Dnyanprassarak Mandal’s College & Research Centre

Affiliated to Goa University and Recognized by UGC

Orientation Program

🎓 Orientation Program for M.Sc. Chemistry Students

Organized by the Post Graduate Department of Chemistry
👥 Participants: 68 M.Sc. Students (Part I & II)
👩‍🏫 Faculty Members: 7
🏛️ Chief Guest: Mr. Deepak Kumar Nambiar, Deputy General Manager, Unichem Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Pilerne – Goa


The Post Graduate Department of Chemistry successfully organized a highly insightful Orientation Program for M.Sc. Part I and Part II students of the department.
The event was graced by Mr. Deepak Kumar Nambiar, Deputy General Manager at Unichem Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Pilerne, Goa, who served as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker.


💡 Highlights of the Session

Mr. Nambiar delivered an engaging and informative address, providing a comprehensive overview of the functioning of various departments within the pharmaceutical industry.
He elaborated on the wide range of career opportunities and professional roles available to M.Sc. Chemistry graduates in the rapidly evolving pharmaceutical sector.

One of the key highlights of his session was a detailed discussion of a real-world drug impurity case study, which offered students deep insights into:

  • ⚗️ The practical challenges faced in pharmaceutical research and manufacturing

  • 📜 The regulatory frameworks governing drug safety and quality

  • 🧪 The critical role of quality control measures in maintaining industry standards

This interactive approach helped students connect classroom learning with real industry practices.


👩‍🎓 Participation

The event saw enthusiastic participation from 68 M.Sc. students and 7 faculty members, who actively engaged in the Q&A session and discussions with the guest speaker.


🤝 Industry–Academia Collaboration

Unichem Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. has been one of the college’s strongest industry partners, consistently supporting:

  • 🧭 Student internships

  • 🎯 Campus placements for M.Sc. Chemistry graduates

  • 🔬 Industry visits and collaborative programs

This session further strengthened the bond between academia and industry, creating new avenues for experiential learning and professional development.


Conclusion

The Orientation Program proved to be highly beneficial and motivating, helping students gain clarity on industry expectations, career pathways, and the skills required for success in the pharmaceutical domain.
It marked a promising start to the academic year, encouraging students to pursue their goals with confidence and purpose.