Leaders are not birthed in positions of authority, they are developed through action, decision-making, teamwork, and courage. Some of the most propelling development experiences for future leaders are not found in the boardrooms but in the hallways, meetings, and student councils of their university, and events that push students to think more creatively outside of the textbook. The GBSRC, one of the top and reputed MBA colleges in Maharashtra, believes in this philosophy.
Global Business School and Research Centre doesn’t just offer an MBA – it offers transformation. The students follow their student council in all of their major events whilst engaging with esteemed bodies, as well as participating in international-level conferences and certifications. Students do not just learn what it is to be a leader at GBSRC – they define it.
Let's examine how the clubs and events at GBSRC become meaningful platforms for creating tomorrow’s leaders.
Student Council: The Leadership Incubator
Here at GBSRC, the Students' Council is not simply a representative body. It's the core of innovation, management, and leadership on campus. From conceptualizing events to implementing them on a scale, council members are given real-life responsibilities leading into a boardroom.
For example, take Invictus 2025, a sports and culture festival organized by the Student Council. It was not simply an event, it was a synthesis of coordination, creativity, collaboration, and execution, which helped to cultivate the skills important for every emerging leader. The event celebrated students' talent and provided them an opportunity to unite as a team and express who they are outside of the classroom.
The Autoville Super Cars & Super Bikes exhibition, organized by students, is another example where students managed logistics, sponsorships, and the media—showing how they can integrate passion and professionalism.
Learning Beyond the Curriculum: Events that Shape Industry Readiness
GBSRC often hosts and organizes management events designed to simulate real-world conditions, creating a setting for students to think strategically, collaborate as a team, and support their arguments with reasoning based on data.
The Business Canvas Model Exhibition Competition (which was an event to support students ideating and pitching a startup model) was one of many events where GBSRC participants walked away with the winner and runner-up trophies, demonstrating the school's commitment to developing “entrepreneurial” ways of thinking.
In another standout achievement, GBSRC students won titles at Dexterity 2023-24, hosted by MMCOE MBA Department, and secured top positions in Ad Splash, Fin Sift, and Case Mania (events that require a high level of thinking on your feet and an understanding of the market).
Professional Alliances: From Campus to Corporate Conversations
GBSRC is able to nurture its students to be industry-ready by forging solid connections with leading professional bodies and industry forums. These connections serve as portals through which students connect, learn, and engage with industry leaders.
For instance, students and faculty of GBSRC attended the AIMS Conference on the Present & Future of Management Education. In this conference, emerging trends in management practices and pedagogy were discussed—allowing GBSRC learners the opportunity to have a front-row seat in important unfolding developments and the possible future of business education.
The AIMS conference was certainly not an isolated affair. GBSRC students also are able to participate in the summits organised and hosted by CEGR, including the Maharashtra Education Summit and the Tenth Higher Education Summit. These summits gave students valuable insights into topics like education policy, innovation within pedagogy, and cross-sector collaboration.
National Platforms: GBSRC at ASSOCHAM and MCCIA
GBSRC not only assures its students to keep them active at a local level but encourages them to think as global citizens, thinking as national—if not global—players.
Students also participated in ASSOCHAM India’s 16th International Education Leadership and Skills Development Summit 2023, leading the way for establishing an effective position around 'leadership' in relation to building India's growing digital economy.
Another significant milestone was the Bootcamp on Fundamentals of IPR, also organized by ASSOCHAM, and a vital exposure to the world of intellectual property, enhancing knowledge and therefore essential in today's innovation-based economy.
GBSRC also became a member of the Mahratta Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture (MCCIA), providing opportunities for further networking, internships, and discussions between education and industry—making an incredible link between corporate awareness and classroom knowledge.
Skill Building through Global Certifications
A leadership practice is not finished without ongoing upskilling. Knowing this, GBSRC encourages its students to pursue self-paced online certification programs with EdX.
Many groups of students completed EdX programs, utilizing a broad range of topics such as marketing analytics, project management, AI for business, and global leadership. The certifications ensure that students stay current in a constantly shifting business ecosystem and create global experiences on campus.
Conclusion: More Than a Business School
Leadership is not something taught at GBSRC, it is something experienced. Every event, summit, workshop, and certification students partake in gives them the opportunity to discover their potential, push their boundaries, and grow as balanced professionals.
Whether it is running a fest, debating at a MUN, winning a prize at a national-level competition, or obtaining a global certification, GBSRC guarantees its MBA, BBA & B.Com students will be academically sound, industry-ready, and leadership-ready.
In a world where we need not managers but leaders with vision, GBSRC is where these leaders begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does GBSRC stand for?
GBSRC stands for Global Business School and Research Centre.
Q2. Which programs does GBSRC offer?
GBSRC offers MBA and BBA programs.
Q3. How does GBSRC develop leadership skills in students?
Through student councils, events, summits, and certifications.
Q4. What is Invictus 2025?
It is a sports and cultural festival organized by the DPU Student Council.
Q5. Are there international learning opportunities at GBSRC?
Yes, students participate in global certifications and conferences.
Q6. Does GBSRC have industry collaborations?
Yes, with bodies like ASSOCHAM, MCCIA, CEGR, and AIMS.
Q7. What type of events prepare students for the industry?
Competitions, exhibitions, summits, and real-world simulation events.
Q8. Are students encouraged to pursue certifications?
Yes, especially through EdX programs in diverse business topics.
Q9. Does GBSRC focus only on academics?
No, it focuses on overall personality, leadership, and industry readiness.
Q10. Who can benefit most from GBSRC programs?
Students aspiring for corporate leadership and entrepreneurial careers.