Congratulations on Advancing to the Next Stage of the Interview Process
We are pleased to inform the following candidates that they have successfully cleared the Group Discussion Round and have been selected for the next stage of the Interview Process. Congratulations to each of you for demonstrating strong communication, analytical thinking, and participation during the discussion. 🎉
The next step of the selection Process will involve preparing a PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) related to the role you have applied for. This stage will help the evaluation panel understand your knowledge of the field, creativity, Problem-solving approach, and ability to present ideas effectively.This you will submit prior to Interviews.
Each candidate is required to prepare a short presentation based on the topic related to their applied profile. The objective of this task is to assess your understanding of the industry and your ability to structure ideas in a clear and impactful manner.
The selected candidates and their applied roles are listed below:
Fintech Assistant Manager
Anish Gamre
Atharva Shirke
Aditi Shrivas
Non-IT Content Assistant
Thakor Vanshita Nileshsinh
Sales & Marketing Assistant Manager
Ashlesha Patil
Ankita Gharge
Mohammed Musaib Sarfaraz Shitware
Chinmay Sable
HR Assistant Manager
Mugdha Raje
Vriddhi Shetty
Harsheeta Vedpathak
Ujwala Reddy
Nidhi Sankhe
Zikra Khatoon
Pranali Sandesh Thakur
Candidates should ensure that their presentations are well-structured, insightful, and relevant to the role they have applied for. The presentation should reflect your understanding of the domain and your ability to communicate ideas effectively.
Further details regarding presentation topics, guidelines, and submission timelines will be shared shortly.
Once again, congratulations to all the selected candidates. We look forward to your presentations and wish you the very best for the next stage of the Interview Process.
📊Candidates need to prepare a short presentation (15–20 slides or document) explaining their approach.
1️⃣ Content Role Task
Topic
Ideal Content and promotional Strategy for a Pan-India Tourism Network Directory
PPT Task
Create a content plan that will help a Pan-India Tourism Directory website rank on Google and attract Travel businesses.
Explain:
What type of content should be published on the directory website
How business listings should be written
What common keywords should be used
Suggest 10 SEO-friendly article topics
How content can improve visibility of businesses listed on the directory
Important of real pics vs google pics
Example Direction
Think of pages like:
Best Travel Agencies in Delhi
Top Aviation Institutes in India
Best Fintech Startups in India
2️⃣ Marketing Task
Topic
Online + Offline Optimization Strategy for a Pan-India Network Directory
Task
Explain how you would promote the directory using both digital and offline marketing.
Include:
Online promotion strategy
Platforms to promote the directory
Social media growth strategy
Offline partnerships or networking ideas with operators
Important of real pics vs google pics
Example:
Startup events
Industry associations
3️⃣ Sales Task
Topic
Practical Sales Approach for the Pan-India Tourism Network Directory
Task
Explain how you would bring businesses to list on the directory.
Include:
How you will find potential businesses
How you will approach them
Your pitch to convince businesses to join the directory
Revenue ideas
Important of real pics vs google pics
Example:
Revenue sources:
Premium listings
Sponsored articles
Featured placements
Also explain how you will scale this across India.
4️⃣ HR Task
Topic
HR Strategy for Startup Growth & Employer Branding for Task Pan-India Tourism Network directory
Explain how HR can help grow a Pan-India Tourism Network directory startup.
Include:
Hiring strategy for startup teams
Internship programs for expansion
Employee branding on LinkedIn
Co-branding opportunities with universities or institutes
How HR can build a strong startup culture
Important of real pics vs google pics
5️⃣ Fintech / Research Task
Topic
Fintech & Global Economic Crisis – Impact on Businesses
Task
Analyze how global financial crises impact different economies and startups.
Explain:
Current financial challenges globally
Impact on different countries' economies
How fintech companies like solve these Problems
Opportunity to create a Fintech Directory
Important of real pics vs google pics
Example:
Payment platforms
Digital banking
Investment platforms
🎓 Vijay Patil School of Management Students Selected for GD Round – MBA Final Placement Drive 2026
The MBA Final Placement Process has begun for selected students from Vijay Patil School of Management, who have been shortlisted for the Group Discussion (GD) Round for multiple Assistant Manager positions associated with projects under Asiatic International Corp.
This GD round will evaluate students on their communication skills, analytical thinking, teamwork, leadership ability, and industry awareness.
Students who perform well in this round will be shortlisted for the India-Level Final Interview Round. 🇮🇳
📚 Preparation Topics for the GD Round
Students are advised to research and understand the following topics before the GD session:
🔹 What is Asiatic International Corp
🔹 What is AlfaTravelBlog.com
🔹 What is Pan India Tourism Directory
🔹 Why reviews/Google reviews are important for the travel and tourism industry
🔹 Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business and tourism
🔹 Importance of digital marketing for travel businesses
🔹 Basic industry knowledge related to your MBA specialization field
During the GD round, one topic will be given to each group, and students will be required to share their viewpoints and insights.
🗓 GD Schedule
📅 Date: Friday, 13 March 2026
The GD round will be conducted in five groups.
👥 Group 1 – HR Assistant Manager
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
Zikra Khatoon
Ujwala Reddy
Nidhi Sankhe
Grisha Choithani
Sagarika Pawar
Divya Tiwari
👥 Group 2 – HR Assistant Manager
⏰ Time: 12:20 PM
Harsheeta Vedpathak
Ashitosh Vilas Gaikwad
Neha Joshi
Mugdha Raje
Vishwajeet Patil
Vriddhi Shetty
Pranali Sandesh Thakur
👥 Group 3 – Sales & Marketing Assistant Manager
⏰ Time: 12:40 PM
Mohammed Shoaib Shadab Shaikh
Kushagra Kumar Mungutwar
Pratik Prakash Tayade
Mohammed Musaib Sarfaraz Shitware
Chinmay Sable
👥 Group 4 – Sales & Marketing Assistant Manager
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
Tanasha Samir Tadvi
Andria Perry George
Akshay Deshmukh
Ashlesha Patil
Ankita Gharge
👥 Group 5 – Fintech & Content Roles
⏰ Time: 1:20 PM
Atharva Shirke – Fintech Assistant Manager
Anish Gamre – Fintech Assistant Manager
Aditi Shrivas – Fintech Assistant Manager
Thakor Vanshita Nileshsinh – Non-IT Content Assistant
Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/pvh-avfc-fiq
Time: Starts from 12pm
Date: 13MArch2026
⚠️ Important Instructions for Students
Please follow these guidelines before joining the GD session:
✔ Maintain professional formal dress code 👔
✔ Ensure stable Internet connectivity 🌐
✔ Join from a quiet environment
✔ Keep your camera ON during the GD discussion 🎥
✔ Speak clearly and confidently
✔ Respect other participants and avoid Interrupting
✔ Present structured and meaningful points
✔ Maintain professional communication and teamwork
⭐ Selection Process
The placement Process will follow these stages:
1️⃣ Group Discussion Round
2️⃣ Shortlisting of Candidates
3️⃣ India Level Final Interview Round
Team:
Shrishty Sharma: HR Head
Reizel Beltran Bastillada: Philippine Country Head
Gidelyn V. : Ph Marketing Head
🎯 We wish all participating students the very best for the Group Discussion Round.
Prepare well, stay confident, and present your ideas effectively.
Shrishty Sharma
HR Head/Author
shrishty@asiaticincorp.org
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