‘This university has a robust placement cell’

With a background in engineering and technology, Shivani Mittal courageously shifted gears into instructional design to establish her career. She elaborates on how she navigated this transition, delving into uncharted territories and acquiring valuable knowledge. Reflecting on her experience, she acknowledges, “Apeejay Stya University (ASU) has been exceptionally beneficial for me, providing insights that I believe few universities would have offered.”

In a candid interview, she recounts her journey, emphasizing the successful evolution of her professional path. 

How has been your journey at Apeejay Stya University?
My journey at ASU has been amazing. The university taught me so many things like how to deal with people and how to interact with them. During my time here, I also learnt how to improve my communication skills. 

How did ASU help shape your career?
I have had the privilege of shaping my career effectively through my journey at ASU. The constant support and guidance from mentors played a crucial role, providing unwavering assistance and motivation to help me reach my goals. Their presence has played a great role in my professional development, fostering an environment that encourages achievement and growth.

What does your day look like?
I have recently joined the company and it’s treating me well. My responsibilities in the initial days include maintaining documentation and adding elements making it easier for people to understand things. Since the company is e-learning we are supposed to contribute to the creativity in a creative way to let people comprehend it easily.

What made you choose instructional design?
Even though I am from an engineering background, I decided to pursue design. The college’s placement cell came in and offered insightful guidance, sparking my interest in exploring beyond traditional coding pursuits. The prospect of delving into diverse opportunities intrigued me, prompting me to seize the chance for exploration. It felt like a great opportunity to broaden my horizons.

How was the placement cell of ASU?
I am thrilled to express my gratitude for the exceptional support provided by the placement head helping me secure the role as an Instructional Designer at Infonative. The unwavering commitment that I received played a pivotal role in shaping my professional journey. I am grateful for the invaluable opportunities and skills cultivated during my time at ASU, setting the foundation for a successful career in instructional design.

Fond memories from ASU.
There have been a few that one of them stands out — the time we conducted workshops for our juniors. We gave lectures to them about different concepts of Power BI, and Python to name a few. It was a great experience and an engaging activity. 

How do you stay updated?
I look out for various YouTube channels that help me enhance my knowledge about machine learning, statistics, power BI, and other tech concepts and innovations in design.