JAMMU: The Business School, University of Jammu, organized a two-day student seminar on “Advanced MS-Excel” for its MBA 4th Semester students from February 25–26, 2026. The initiative was undertaken to strengthen students’ analytical and data-handling skills, which are essential in today’s competitive corporate environment. As businesses increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making, proficiency in advanced Excel has become a critical, high-demand skill across all domains of an organization.

The seminar was inaugurated by Prof. Amisha Gupta, Director, The Business School, University of Jammu. She highlighted the importance of adopting a pragmatic approach to education in order to equip students with essential industry-relevant skills.

Prof. Alka Sharma, Dean Business Studies, University of Jammu, appreciated the efforts of the Director, TBS, for organizing such skill-development initiatives to ensure that MBA graduates are industry-ready and equipped with contemporary managerial tools.

Dr. Sunil Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Statistics, University of Jammu, served as the resource person for the two-day seminar, along with Mr. Ankush Kumar and Mr. Deepu Tiwari, Research Scholars from the Department of Statistics. 

On the first day, the resource persons delivered insightful hands-on sessions focusing on advanced Excel tools such as advanced formulas, functions, and data analysis techniques. The second day focused on data transformation, data visualization, and dashboard creation. The seminar was specifically tailored for students seeking to gain a competitive edge in the job market by offering practical exposure to tools that significantly enhance workplace productivity and data visualization capabilities.

Students actively participated in the sessions, displayed keen interest throughout the seminar, and benefited from practical exposure to advanced spreadsheet techniques that will further enhance their employability and professional competence. The seminar was coordinated by Prof. Komal Nagar and Dr. Shelleka Gupta.

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In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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