ALUMNA TALK

Type of the Event: INTERACTIVE SESSION
Date: 12th SEPTEMBER 2024
Venue: OJAS HALL, IIS (deemed to be University), Jaipur
No. of Participants/Beneficiaries: 30 students
Name of the activity Coordinator: Dr. Mahima Rai, Dr.Mani Bhatia
Name of the Alumna: Ritu Murjani, ACCA, Audit Assistant Manager, Pwc, Luxembourgh, (Alumna of Batch 2015-18)
Objective of the Workshop/Seminar/Activity:
To provide career guidance, inspiration, and industry insights to current students.

Summary/Description:
Ritu Murjani is alumna of the first batch of the ACCA program of the University. She is an experienced audit professional with over six years of expertise in the core audit of real estate companies based in the Americas. She began her career in 2018 with EY GDS in Gurgaon and currently works at PwC Luxembourg. Ritu holds extensive knowledge of audit and accounting standards, specializing in US GAAP, LUX GAAP, and IFRS.

In this interactive session, Ritu shared her professional journey and the lessons she learned while working with multinational corporations (MNCs) across various sectors. Ritu highlighted her experience, including her career-defining decision to work in Luxembourg, a major global financial hub, and discussed how this choice significantly impacted her career path. She emphasized the importance of continuous skill development, adaptability, and staying relevant in an evolving job market. Her practical advice on aligning skills with market needs and preparing for future industry shifts resonated with students, inspiring them to pursue excellence in their careers.

The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, during which Ritu offered additional insights into making career decisions and building essential skills, making the talk an informative and motivational experience for all attendees.

Outcome of the Workshop/Seminar/Activity:
The alumna talk inspired students to pursue ongoing skill development and adapt to evolving industry demands. Ritu Murjani’s insights offered valuable career guidance, broadening students' perspectives on global opportunities and market competitiveness. The session encouraged attendees to align their professional goals with industry standards and emerging trends, motivating them to take proactive steps toward future-proofing their careers.