When I was growing up it was important to take either the Math or the science stream. Even as you progress in your career and want to get into a B school it is your math and quants that are tested to see if you are worthy of joining the school or not. Once you get in, it is amazing to note the emphasis on quants again , its all about number crunching they say. Do not get me wrong this is an important domain to understand.
Now, having spent about a decade in the corporate world one thing I have come to understand is that nothing is accomplished alone, collaboration is the key and it is relationships that drive businesses. Be it your customers, peers, subordinates or your bosses it is building strong relationships that drive success.
So how many subjects in humanities did I take in my B school. Zilch.... I am of the opinion that if you are planning to become a leader or a manager it is mandatory for you to take a few courses in humanities. To understand how to build relationships, nurture and maintain relationships is a very important aspect of a manager or a leader.
It is the responsibility of these schools to emphasise the importance of understanding the softer aspects in becoming a good leader along with building your ability to crunch numbers. Number crunching is a skill that can be picked up but building relationships is an art...you better invest in that very early in your career.
Now, having spent about a decade in the corporate world one thing I have come to understand is that nothing is accomplished alone, collaboration is the key and it is relationships that drive businesses. Be it your customers, peers, subordinates or your bosses it is building strong relationships that drive success.
So how many subjects in humanities did I take in my B school. Zilch.... I am of the opinion that if you are planning to become a leader or a manager it is mandatory for you to take a few courses in humanities. To understand how to build relationships, nurture and maintain relationships is a very important aspect of a manager or a leader.
It is the responsibility of these schools to emphasise the importance of understanding the softer aspects in becoming a good leader along with building your ability to crunch numbers. Number crunching is a skill that can be picked up but building relationships is an art...you better invest in that very early in your career.
