Dr. Atul Dubey is the Dean of SEIT at Jabalpur. He is also the former chairman of the board of students, Dean of the Faculty of Management and E.C. Member of R.D.V.V. Jabalpur. Dr. Dubey holds an MBA, M.Com., MA, M.Sw., along with a BJC and a PhD in Finance. He has
over 27 years of teaching and administration experience during which he has guided 15-plus students, and organized and delivered numerous lectures, FDPs and seminars. Dr. Atul has published over 56 research papers in leading journals and magazines and is the author of four books.

Dr. Atul Dubey

You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What keeps you connected with the Education Sector and how has your experience been so far with the institute?

I am interested in education because it brings about a change in the lives of people and society as a whole. It is my passion to create a setting that allows students to get all that they can out of their education and become productive members of their professions. Previous positions that I held have been both difficult and enriching, where I was able to initiate new programs and enhance scholars’ performance. Through joining the current institute, I have been able to successfully contribute to the institute’s team, which has increased the institute’s educational services and adopted better community relations.

Being the DEAN of SIET what are your roles and responsibilities towards the students?

As Dean my direct roles for the students include supervising and being responsible for their academic achievements, admin responsible for supporting student needs and services, and also creating a supportive student environment that is considerate of the diversity of learners. This encompasses guarding over curriculum, ensuring resource acquisition and distribution, attendance to students’ issues and encouraging professional and personal development.

How do you strategize about the key programs and plans for the marketing and administration of your school being the Dean of SIET?

I would start by analyzing our present programmes, position in the market and the needs of our stakeholders. Thereafter, I would establish a strategic plan, which will incorporate different improvement areas. The brand image must gain more market space, our marketing strategies based on digital marketing ought to be more emphasized, and our organization’s special features must be promoted effectively. I also pay attention to external stakeholders like the industries, alumni and any other prospective students to contribute to our program as well.

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Do you have any extracurricular activities/ programs to enhance the skills of the students or expose them to real world challenges?

Extracurricular activities are critical to the development of an individual. We provide internships, and industry projects and encourage all forms of student activities and leadership training. Further, we arrange workshops, seminars, and conferences with professionals from the industry will also be beneficial to the students in terms of learning practical approaches and meeting with people from their fields. Such activities assist the students in applying the theoretical knowledge learnt in class to solve real-life problems and also increase their employability by polishing their soft skills.

How does the curriculum of SIET ensure that the students are being prepared for the future?

One of the key aspects of the curriculum is that it should have the capacity to be revised in consideration of the new trends and challenges in the market. Based on the opinions collected from industry practitioners, alumni and other academicians, the content is updated. Moreover, we make use of realistic aspects that include case studies, simulations, and internships, among others, to ensure that the students acquire some practical experience to enhance efficiency in their careers.

How do you try to bring in a practical approach towards subjects and make it industry-oriented?

It is important for me to incorporate various kinds of live examples, current organisational scenarios, and business role-plays into the lessons being taught. I bring in industry partners to present live projects and expose the students to experiences from real professionals. Moreover, I persuade the faculty to update themselves with the latest trends and practices in the current market so that the students will become aware of the current developments and issues surrounding their course of study.

How do you help your students to cope up with the competition being so high in the outside world?

I ensure that students emerge with a competitive advantage by providing them with career guides, skills enhancement training and links. We also offer help in areas like mentorship, resume writing and for those peaceful moments when you need to ace that interview. This way, the nurtured and supported culture of learning and adaptability allows the students to have a competitive advantage and successfully work towards their opportunities in the desired field.

How does the institute enhance the skills of the faculty and prepare them according to the industry standards?

The practice of faculty development is aided by organised training schedules, sessions and interactions with industries. To support this claim, it is important to note that when the faculty is encouraged to conduct research, attend conferences or work hand in hand with other professionals in the industry; it is always important because it assists them in getting the latest trends and standards. Further, it offers to help faculty members acquire higher academic degrees and accreditations that improve their teaching, learning and research interventions.

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What would you like people to know about your institute they may not know?

I would like people to know that our institute is the catalyst for innovation and leadership among students. Some of the special programs and activities that can be found here are not only designed to create academically accomplished learners but also socially and holistically
developed learners. The close collaboration of the school with practitioners and alumni provides our students with the necessary support to accomplish their career objectives and work to their potential in their chosen fields.

What do you see as the greatest strengths of SIET?

The few strong points include a committed faculty, an emphasis on practical learning, and strong industrial links in our institute. We have also seen and can make it a matter of heritage, that job- market-ready students perform exceptionally well in their respective careers. We are very caring and committed to continuous improvement.

What are some of the biggest challenges you see, both for higher education in general and for SIET specifically?

Some of the more nagging challenges that higher learning institutions face relate to rapid changes in technology and industry needs. Relevance and competitiveness are part of the constantly changing education landscape at our institute. Other opportunities include those
dealing with the maintenance of student engagement and resource constraints. Addressing such challenges calls for updated curricula, strategic planning, and strong industrial partnerships.

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

My message for today’s youth and students is to adopt learning and adaptation as your core. Welcome challenges as opportunities for growth; seek out experiences that would give you wider horizons, like internships, volunteer work, and networking. Develop a growth mindset and stay curious because those qualities will allow you to navigate through the complexities of today’s world and also help you advance your career.