Advancing Management Education with AI, Digital Transformation and Strategic Intelligence at SOA

Faculty Development Program on Management Education at SOA University

A focused two-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) was recently held at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed to be University in Odisha. The program, titled “Shaping the Future of Management Education Through Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation and Strategic Intelligence,” took place on August 7 and 8, organised by SOA’s Institute of Business and Computer Studies (IBCS), Faculty of Management Sciences.

The event provided faculty members practical insights and tools to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Strategic Intelligence into their management curriculum. This initiative reflects the rising importance of technology-driven strategies in education and research.

Expert Sessions and Key Highlights

• Dr. Amritanshu Panigrahi from SOA’s Department of Computer Science and Engineering delivered a session on Transformational Intelligence: A Strategic and Multidisciplinary Approach for the Digital Future. His talk emphasized strategic applications of AI across disciplines.
• Dr. Abhilash Pati, also from the same department, covered Machine Learning and Explainable AI (XAI) for Management Studies. This session focused on making AI models transparent and interpretable for practical decision-making in management.

Professors Ayasa Kanta Mohanty and Manoranjan Dash, Dean and Associate Dean of IBCS respectively, highlighted the growing role of technology in reshaping education methodologies. The event was coordinated by Dr. Preeti Y. Shadangi, who also delivered the vote of thanks.

Practical Benefits for Faculty and Institutions

The program fostered interactive discussions and knowledge exchange, equipping faculty with actionable approaches to incorporate AI and digital tools into teaching and research. This not only benefits educators but also prepares management students for data-driven, technology-integrated professional environments.

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