And the grind begins

4-5^th Jan 2015

Whoa! Hectic as hell. No wonder I didn’t have energy to come back and study or even open my computer. The registrations started with a confusion as the order was shuffled for no logical reason whatsoever. However I got through on time and spent the rest of the day studying for the QM test scheduled later in the evening. Didn’t do good at the test, was expected. Even though I scored well at engineering mathematics, numbers always make me feel uncomfortable. Went out for a little celebration at pop tates with a new group of friends. It’s always good to talk over a pitcher J We also got a little cake for Prasad who was humble enough to perform for us after we finished his birthday celebrations.

Day 1 of the actual classes. Started with inaugurations. I’m glad I had a good feeling about the institute and felt welcoming. The focus on the values and cultural growth, in addition to professional development struck a chord. Looking forward to a good time ahead.

Debasis sir, Anshul sir and Vanita maam were the lecturers scheduled for the day. While the QM class went as expected, and MA was stereotype, MCDR was completely out of the league. Its always exciting to see excel at work. Lets hope we remember atleast a few on the formulae we learnt today.

Day 1 @ SPJIMR

The last time I came to Mumbai was during excursions organized by OG for Shivaji house in April 1999, technically in the last century. Arrived early morning at LTT , woke up when the train halted with a sudden jolt. Realized I was still asleep while the other passengers had already alighted. The AC coach attendant was throwing the blankets on the platform, amidst dust and trash. Yes , the same ones we used since last 2 days.

 The Uber driver raced through the streets while the city was waking up to the chirps. There it was – the place where I would spend the next year, the place that I’m really hoping to be proud of , after OG – SP Jain Institute of Management and Research.

The day went by seeing new faces, with familiar names. People had already started huddling in groups, with some had an eye for the PGDM. Have QM test scheduled tomorrow, and registrations early at 9.

Some chit chats, some bitching, lots of handshakes and a lot more laughter. Lets hope I can keep up this journal.

Good night, world. A new morning awaits.