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Alumni Interaction with Mr. Ronan Saldana: Insights into Workplace Management and Career Readiness

The Department of Business Administration at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management organized an engaging Alumni Interaction Session with Mr. Ronan Saldana on 13th April 2026, offering students valuable industry insights and career guidance through the experiences of a successful alumnus. Mr. Ronan Saldana, currently working at Northern Trust, Bengaluru, interacted with students specializing in Human Resource Management and shared practical knowledge related to workplace management and professional growth.

During the session, the speaker highlighted the importance of consistency and persistence in job applications, encouraging students to actively explore employment opportunities through professional platforms such as Naukri.com and maintain updated resumes to enhance employability. Students were guided on the importance of career planning, proactive learning, and staying prepared for opportunities in a competitive job market.

Mr. Ronan Saldana also shared practical strategies for cracking interviews successfully, emphasizing key factors such as confidence, preparation, communication skills, and professional presentation. His real-world experiences provided students with a better understanding of employer expectations and workplace readiness.

The session further provided insights into the professional work culture at Northern Trust, where the speaker described the organization as a supportive, learning-oriented, and professional environment, especially beneficial for freshers entering the corporate sector. His experiences helped students better understand workplace dynamics and organizational expectations in multinational companies.

Overall, the interaction served as a motivating and informative platform, encouraging students to remain persistent, proactive, and career-focused, while bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world professional expectations.