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incapable of communicating confidently, thinking critically, strategic orientation, creative thinking, and problem-solving, etc.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"title-heading\">The power of Liberal arts in business and society <\/h2>\n<p id=\"the-best-of-both-the-worlds\" tabindex=\"-1\">Business involves using advanced models, tools, techniques, and perspectives to understand and interact with the world. However, business success isn&#8217;t just about transactions; it requires understanding people and society deeply. To excel, you need creativity, passion, innovation, and the ability to collaborate joyfully with others toward common goals.<\/p>\n<p id=\"liberal-arts-in-business-education\" tabindex=\"-1\">Focusing solely on technical business matters without considering the context or the broader role of business in society, is like operating in a vacuum. Liberal education provides the context for developing holistic solutions that address both business and societal needs. This broader perspective not only makes individuals more interesting but also enhances their ability to attract and lead others in collaborative efforts. <span id=\"what-the-mid-career-professionals-prefer\" tabindex=\"-1\"><\/span>It cultivates soft skills that make individuals well-rounded and desirable employees across various industries.<\/p>\n<h3>Liberal arts &#8211; The choice of mid-career professionals <\/h3>\n<p>A recent report, upGrad India Career Upskilling, said that <a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/jobs\/c-suite\/how-mid-career-professionals-can-prepare-for-c-suite-roles\/articleshow\/105255761.cms?from=mdr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">mid-career professionals showcased more interest in honing their liberal arts skills<\/a> \/ soft skills, than in technical skills, industry-specific programs, and other conferences.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-pic\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/the-emphasis-laid-on-professional-certifications-industry-specific-training-and-soft-skill-development-preferences.jpg\" alt=\"The most striking difference was the emphasis laid on professional certifications industry specific training and soft-skill development preferences\" title=\"The most striking difference was the emphasis laid on professional certifications industry specific training and soft-skill development preferences\"> <span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>An education that blends liberal arts and business fosters &#8211; <\/h3>\n<ul class=\"one_column pb_2 list-new\">\n<li>The development of thoughtful and informed civic leaders. <\/li>\n<li>Encourages individual freedom by promoting reflection and self-awareness, empowering individuals to think independently.<\/li>\n<li>By providing a deeper understanding of the broader context of business within society, history, culture, and ideology, it stimulates more creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial thinking. <\/li>\n<li id=\"the-pgdm-by-the-top-b-school-in-india\" tabindex=\"-1\">The interdisciplinary approach encourages the cross-pollination of ideas, leading to fresh perspectives and novel solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>But is there a program that blends business education with liberal arts, in India?<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"title-heading\">The PGDM by the top B-school in India <\/h2>\n<p>Is what you have been hunting for.<\/p>\n<p>To meet the increasing need for innovation in business and the demand for critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/\">the SOIL Institute of Management<\/a> has launched its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/pgdm\/\">Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Business Design and Innovation<\/a>. This represents a significant and innovative change in management education, aiming to nurture business leaders who are adept at problem-solving and fostering creativity.<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-cen\">\n<iframe id=\"focus-on-design-thinking\" tabindex=\"-1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-lBP2SV5Msk?si=ZMAwXK39euivWgJM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h3>The curriculum focuses on Design Thinking <\/h3>\n<p>Understanding and promoting a problem-solving approach guided by design thinking is a proven strategy to boost students&#8217; innovation and creativity. At SOIL, students develop their understanding of design thinking through various classroom subjects, case studies, project work, and participation in design boot camps.<\/p>\n<p class=\"pd-bottom0\" id=\"foundation-in-liberal-arts\" tabindex=\"-1\">The curriculum includes courses like \u2013  <\/p>\n<ul class=\"one_column pb_2 list-new list-new1\">\n<li>Introduction to Design Thinking<\/li>\n<li>Design Dynamics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>With a foundation in Liberal Arts <\/h3>\n<p>A liberal arts education extends beyond teaching job-specific skills; it provides experiences and nurtures an understanding of life&#8217;s meaning. In today&#8217;s job market, soft skills are greatly valued by employers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"pd-bottom0\">Our foundation program is designed to teach students the following &#8211; <\/p>\n<ul class=\"one_column pb_2 list-new\">\n<li>How to communicate your ideas.<\/li>\n<li>Find and analyze information and data.<\/li>\n<li>Adapt to new technology and professional trends.<\/li>\n<li id=\"placement-details\" tabindex=\"-1\">Work with others to solve problems.<\/li>\n<li>Make confident, knowledgeable decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/pgdm\/learning-design-pedagogy\">the subjects taught<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"title-heading title-heading1\">Final Placements 2023<\/h2>\n<p>The following Placement Highlights will showcase SOIL\u2019s efforts toward guiding the career paths of our students.<\/p>\n<section class=\"widget_section content-layout admissions-process pb_8 placements\">\n<div class=\"admissions-process\">\n<div class=\"curriculum-top-col class-profile-top placement-overview-top\">\n<div class=\"curriculum-top-col1\">\n<div class=\"curriculum-top-col3\">\n<ul class=\"four_column text_center\">\n<li class=\"color-1 eds-on-scroll eds-scroll-visible animated fadeInLeft duration1\">\n<h3>19.3 LPA<span>Highest CTC<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"color-2 eds-on-scroll eds-scroll-visible animated fadeInLeft duration1\">\n<h3>10.3 LPA <span>Average CTC<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"color-3 eds-on-scroll eds-scroll-visible animated fadeInLeft duration1\">\n<h3>10 LPA <span>Medium CTC<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"color-4 eds-on-scroll eds-scroll-visible animated fadeInLeft duration1\">\n<h3>49 <span>No. of Companies Participated<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>Understand the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/pgdm\/placement-report-statistics\">placement process and report<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a mid-career professional looking to upskill? 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