IVB Batch 2.0 Orientation Begins: Strengthening the Partnership Between IVB and The CareerTrek Company
1st August 2025
After the tremendous success of the OG Batch, Institute of Venture Building (IVB) is all set to welcome Batch 2.0, with The CareerTrek Company (MBAtrek 2.0) playing a pivotal role in delivering career development, industry readiness, and experiential learning. This partnership aims to prepare students not just for jobs, but for real-world challenges, leadership roles, and entrepreneurial journeys.
A Power-Packed Launch
The orientation kicked off with inspiring addresses from IVB founders, setting a tone of motivation, ambition, and exploration for the students. Adding a strong industry perspective, students and parents were treated to talks from renowned leaders such as C.K. Kumaravel (Co-founder & CEO, Naturals Salon), Mike Muralidharan (Director, BCT Group & CEO), Arjun Vijay (Co-founder & COO, Giottus Technologies), Shyam Srinivasan (Ex-CEO, Federal Bank), and K. Mahalingam (Owner, TSM Group of Companies). Their insights highlighted the importance of innovation, perseverance, and leadership, inspiring students to dream big and act boldly.
The orientation was more than just speeches. Through brainstorming sessions, team-building activities, and comprehensive program overviews, students began exploring their potential, creativity, and future career paths. These sessions encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving—skills that form the backbone of successful venture builders.
The CareerTrek Experience
Following the industry insights, The CareerTrek team took the stage to introduce students and parents to the career development programs, offering guidance on building professional profiles, developing essential skills, and navigating career paths. Our team also provided students with personalized insights into their strengths and growth areas, a key component of preparing them for the challenges ahead. The session was highly interactive, with students gaining a clear understanding of how to leverage workshops, mentorship, and experiential learning to accelerate their career readiness.
Batch 2.0 by the Numbers
Term 0 Highlights: Laying the Foundation
Batch 2.0 kicks off with Term 0, an orientation designed to introduce students to the journey ahead and ignite their curiosity:
A Launchpad for Future Leaders
Batch 2.0 is more than an academic program—it is a vibrant, immersive ecosystem where students learn by doing, experiment with ideas, and interact with industry experts. With guidance from mentors, exposure to leaders, and a mix of workshops, hackathons, and skill-based sessions, students are equipped to think critically, collaborate effectively, and innovate boldly.
With students from across India and a curriculum designed to combine entrepreneurial mindset, industry insights, and practical learning, Batch 2.0 is set to shape the next generation of venture builders, preparing them to tackle complex business challenges and make meaningful contributions to society.
The journey has begun, and the stage is set for these young minds to transform ideas into impactful ventures, building their careers with confidence, creativity, and clarity.
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