Problem Solving Methodologies

One-Day Training on Instrumental Analysis (Gujarat Laboratory) (21 Oct 2023)
Fifty-five students toured Gujarat Laboratory to learn chromatography, spectroscopy, and thermal analysis from industry experts. Live demos illustrated instrument operation, data collection, and troubleshooting.
Interactive Q&A sessions tied analytical techniques to real-world environmental and industrial applications.

One-Day Air Monitoring Instruments Training (22 Feb 2022)
Mr. Bhavesh Thumar instructed 50 students on operating air-quality monitors, pollutant measurement techniques, data analysis, and environmental implications. Live equipment demos connected academic theory to field applications.
Attendees practiced instrument calibration, data logging, and interpretation for air-quality management.

Motor Control and Motor Learning (2 Dec 2022)
Dr. Jalpa Parikh lectured 12 students on neural mechanisms of motor learning, task-specific training, and feedback strategies. Practical sessions showcased techniques to enhance skill acquisition and retention in rehabilitation.
Participants practiced motor learning principles to optimize patient therapy outcomes.

The School of Pharmacy uses Problem-Based Learning (PBL) as a key academic strategy to develop critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving skills among students. PBL sessions involve structured activities where students face real-world healthcare and pharmaceutical challenges, allowing them to apply their knowledge across disciplines to find practical solutions. Students work in small groups to analyze information, identify issues, research interventions, and propose solutions, strengthening subject comprehension, decision-making, teamwork, and communication skills. The School of Pharmacy incorporates practical tools and immersive learning environments, such as the Pharma Brigade, a student-led platform that allows learners to take charge of real-time industry or community health projects. This initiative exposes students to leadership roles and interdisciplinary collaboration while working on pharmaceutical innovation or public health outreach programs. Hands-on training on sophisticated instruments like High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) further enriches the problem-solving experience, allowing students to better understand the application of scientific principles in quality control, drug analysis, and research development.

Figure 10: HPLC Hands-on training session  

MindSpark Unleashed: Case Study Competition

Date: March 25, 2025 | Participants: 71 students | Coordinators: Dr. Swati Pathak, Dr. Maulin Saha

The MindSpark Unleashed case study competition exemplifies student-centric problem-solving methodologies at LJ School of Commerce. This Campus to Corporate (C2C) Club initiative engaged 71 students across all semesters in analyzing real-world business challenges through a two-round competitive format. Five teams presented comprehensive case studies on diverse sectors including Agriculture (5 Paandav), Infrastructure (Infracrafter), Pharmaceutical Industry (Vital Minds), FinTech (Fantastic Four), and emerging business trends (Slide Squad). The competition structure included initial presentations followed by strategic brainstorming rounds where students demonstrated critical thinking under pressure, with expert judges Dr. Ketan Shah and Prof. Divya Soni evaluating content depth, presentation skills, and strategic insight.

The event successfully achieved its learning objectives by bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application, enhancing students' problem-solving, communication, and strategic thinking capabilities. Students developed professional presentation skills, analytical thinking, and team collaboration while gaining exposure to corporate-level decision-making processes. The winning team Fantastic Four received ₹1500, with Infracrafter earning ₹1000 as first runner-up, while all participating teams received recognition awards. This experiential learning approach effectively prepared commerce students for their transition to professional environments by providing hands-on experience in business case analysis, strategic planning, and confident public presentation—core competencies essential for corporate success.

Banking Career Opportunities Expert Session

Date:  August 26, 2023 |  Duration:  2 hours |  Participants:  63 students |  Coordinator:  Dr. Maulin Shah

The expert session on "Job Opportunities in Banking" featured Mr. Dharmendra Vayeda, Zonal Head at ICICI Bank with over two decades of banking experience, who provided comprehensive industry insights into the dynamic banking sector landscape. The session covered the Indian banking ecosystem, distinguishing between retail, corporate, and investment banking while elaborating on career opportunities in customer service, financial advisory, digital banking, risk analysis, compliance, and sales roles. Students received detailed information about hiring practices, required skill sets, and the importance of certifications like NISM and JAIIB for career advancement in banking.

The interactive session successfully achieved its objectives of bridging academic learning with practical career planning through real-life examples, case discussions, and extensive Q&A segments. Students gained comprehensive understanding of banking industry structure, specific job roles, growth trajectories, and skill requirements in both public and private sector banks. The expert interaction motivated students to align their academic journey with industry expectations, with many expressing increased interest in pursuing banking certifications and internship opportunities. Post-session feedback revealed enhanced career awareness and clarity about banking sector opportunities, demonstrating the effectiveness of expert-led learning in career guidance and industry orientation.

Glimpses of student interaction with Expert from ICICI bank zonal head in the workshop