Dr. P. Rasool Begum is the Head and Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science, Chennai. She holds a Ph.D. degree in Commerce and a SET in Management. She has more than fifteen years of experience in teaching and research with accounting and finance specialization. Her published research papers tally up to ten in international and national conferences and four book chapters. She has organized events like seminars, workshops, placement training, and industrial visits to benefit students.

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You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

Learning is a continuous process essential for a healthy and worthy life. As a teacher, I am determined to create students’ interest in learning. The feeling of being in power to bring desirable changes in society through teaching kept me in the field. I was always pleased to mold future generations. I followed my duty by showing the right way for my student's life to contribute to society.

As the HOD of Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science, what is your leadership philosophy? How would you describe your leadership style?

Leadership requires delegation. Furthermore, trusting one’s team to abide by assigned duties with excellence produces positive morale and mutual respect. Being open and honest makes work more effective and enjoyable. My leadership style is to treat my team respectfully and gain respect in return. Leaders should support the team and stand with them in all situations. A leader knows the way, shows the way, and goes the way.

How do you strategize about the vital programs and plans for the marketing and administration of your school?

Social media marketing is the best strategy for marketing in the current trend. Engaging Alumni in these strategic plans and programs gives outstanding results.

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What are your roles and responsibilities to the University and the students?

As a teacher, my fundamental responsibility is educating students and bringing desirable behavioral changes. I am involved in portraying myself as an educator, mentor, and guide and giving my best to students. I also act towards refining the character of the students. Teachers are the strength of the students.

What do you think should be the University’s top priority over the next ten years?

The literacy rate will increase. There will be new hope and development for the next generation of students through education. They may become free to choose the curriculum and the subject experts to deliver lectures.

When you first came to Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science, what was your vision for the university? Has it evolved, and how far are you in implementing that vision?

At first, my vision was to lead a balanced and successful teaching career. Then I expected myself to show the right path to my students. Yes, I have achieved my vision by completing a doctorate in commerce, and I am doing good to my students for their development and growth.

What are the greatest strengths of your college?

Qualified and dedicated staff motivating the students to participate in both academic and non-academic activities is the strength of Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science. Then comes the mentoring system that addresses the arising issues personally & officially. Also, students get individual attention.

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What are some of the biggest challenges you see, both for higher education in general and for your college specifically?

The biggest challenge for any institution is to provide quality education with discipline. Especially after the pandemic, it’s challenging to maintain the student’s attention in the classroom. Even though they lack concentration in class, mobile phone usage is another distractor. Many students from rural backgrounds are the first to graduate in their families. The parents expect their wards to get at least a degree. So that is the greatest challenge to the higher education in my institutions.

Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring students?

“Learn to Lead” with education, and you can control the entire world. You will get powers and positions. To the budding citizen of India, the future is yours. Don’t react recklessly. It’s better to observe your environment and act accordingly. Your attitude is crucial, so be responsible for your work.

How do you tend to establish a healthy relationship and environment in your institute/ university?

I circulate positivity in all aspects and avoid rumors. I don't believe in judging people and allow subordinates to work freely with their ideas. Participative management always wins and gives chances to all. Lastly, teamwork is vital to accomplish any task.