Mr. Prayag Chandra Barik is the Principal of the Modern Institute of Technology and Management. He holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering along with a B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering as well. He has been associated with academia for a long time and is passionate about teaching the next generation of engineers.

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You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

I really enjoy the teaching and learning climate that exists in institutes. Helping my students with classroom assessments and helping them reflect on their mistakes to correct them. Improving student engagement, and making the classes and instruction relevant are also key factors that keep me connected with the field.

Being the Principal of Diploma at MITM, what is your philosophy of leadership? How would you describe your leadership style?

As a leader, I believe in leading by example. I understand that my actions speak louder than my words, and I strive to set a positive and inspiring example for my team members to follow. I demonstrate the behaviours and values that I expect from my team, and I hold myself to the same standards that I hold them to.

How does the MITM’s curriculum ensure the industry's best practices?

With the advanced teaching methodology, students are exposed to maximum practical learning. Moreover, our placement committee is highly competent and is constantly working to build industry relations. These relationships help with internships, updating our curriculum, and more. Also, our students go through mandatory internships during the final year, which gives them a real taste of the industry within the course.

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What do you think your roles and responsibilities to the Institution and the students are?

My responsibilities are multi-faceted. I need to uphold the values of honesty and academic integrity. I stress the importance of arriving on time and being prepared for all classes, meetings, academic activities, and special events. I make to give my full attention to improving the quality of education and making sure students achieve excellence in completing assignments.

When you first came to MITM, what was your vision for the Institution?

When I initially joined, my vision was to provide each student with a diverse education. I wanted to ensure that my institute promotes self-discipline and gives students a sense of responsibility. I also want to work towards making my students socially and globally conscious and achieving excellence in learning.

What do you see as MITM’s greatest strengths?

We have a strong management team that works together collaboratively towards a common goal, the institute’s mission. We have several, state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms. Our faculty members are also highly qualified and have research backgrounds. They bring their expertise to growing research in our institute and giving correct guidance to our students.

Any advice you would like to give to the current youth and aspiring students?

I advise students to take up internships and projects during their courses. This will help them grow and learn new skills. Grab every opportunity that comes your way. Develop a mindset of constantly learning, as it will help you stay ahead of the competition. Approach your teachers for guidance and help whenever needed. Finally, take time off and maintain a good work-life balance so as not to burn out.