Sandeep Gola is the Director of JD Institute of Fashion Technology. He did a PG Diploma in Business Management from IPM Lucknow. He has worked for a UK based multinational for 7 years and has 15 years of work experience in JD Institute of Fashion Technology. He is also a Management consultant for projects with DC. 

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What is your philosophy of leadership?

“To look at the functioning part of organization and education”

We have three levels of work in our organization. These are students, Faculty, and Management. I consider myself an employee of the organization. Furthermore, I look at every aspect of the functioning of an organization and educational part. I will be answerable to students, parents, and the Industry one day. Hence, I believe in becoming a part of the team. 

What are the changes you see in students at JD Institute of Fashion Technology?

“Better resources, exposure, and updates in the industry available for pupils”

When I was a student around 30 years ago, there was no internet at that time. We always sit in the library, researching, marking assignments, searching content, and exploring books. Students in the modern world have a lot of facilities. They get better exposure, resources, and updates on the industry. We used to put a lot of time into the same content and information in a past era. 

How do you strategize the prime programs for the administration in an institution?

“Proper council for students and awareness of industry areas”

I am lucky enough as a maximum of students come to us for reference. JD institute of fashion technology is a strong brand because it has been in the industry since 1988. It has been 15 years in Lucknow now. We have lots of alumni in the industry. It is vital to make the students aware of the industry instead of t advertising. We prefer to counsel students. Proper counseling of the industry is available for all pupils.

How did the curriculum of JD Institute of Fashion Technology ensure industrial practice?

“Industry updated curriculum by leading designers provided to candidates”

Our curriculum structure is formed by the leading designers of the industry. We have got leading practicing designers who contribute to the curriculum as mentors. It is industry-oriented and updated according to the new market. The things required for the present industry include programs. Hence, it makes the curriculum strong and industry-oriented.

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What do you think about the top priority of campus in upcoming years?

“Plan to update the campus under industry”

The environment is changing very fast for the industry. We plan to keep updating ourselves in accordance with the industry. The primary aspect for me is updating and moving along with the changes. 

What do you see as the greatest strengths of JD Institute?

“National and international platforms for students”

We provide internship opportunities in metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and all big cities. Moreover, we got students going to London for internships. Students get opportunities to show their ranges at various Indian fashion weeks and abroad. One of the greatest strengths of JD is providing national and international platforms for the students in Lucknow.

What are the biggest challenges you see for higher education and campus?

“Update of a fast-changing industry, career-oriented awareness and counseling for pupils”

The primary challenge is a requirement of career-oriented awareness and counseling at the school level. The students want to be in the industry and are not familiar with the career available in the industry. Opportunities in the industry are the primary one that works upon. The student will be able to realize their dream according to their strength and Interest. Moreover, the second challenge is to keep updated according to the fast-changing industry. Everything is available online in the digitized world. Hence, we need to cope-up with changing industries. 

What do you feel about the difference in education systems when students go for higher studies abroad?

“Unawareness of students about the fashion industry in India”

Fashion and designs in the Indian industry offer different kinds of avenues for the students who are unaware of. Our industry offers several aspects that students can be suited here for various roles. The foreign universities are updated much compared to the Indian campus. It is a crucial difference. Indian students get proper skills and an environment that creates a big difference. Hence, students who enter into the industry are doing well in the market and achieving every day.

What are your views on a vocal to local initiative that helps JD Institute?

“To generate business updates and maximum opportunities in a particular area”

I appreciate the effort vocal for local initiative. It is a program started by the government which is one district, one product. I have been a part of it. We have seen how the chicken curry of Lucknow was taken under this scheme. Hence, the business generated, and maximum opportunities for the product available to people. With this kind of program, the fashion industry has got avenues. The designer or fresher wants to take up the art of the city and promote it at other levels.

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Any suggestions do you like to give to the aspiring students?

“Honest hard work fulfills your dreams”

My basic message to every student is that there is no shortcut to success. It is necessary to work hard in the fashion industry. Those who want to chill, forget it today itself. Honest hard work helps to fulfill your dreams. I have seen students coming from very small cities developing their personalities. Moreover, they are enhancing knowledge and doing good in the industry. I feel proud to see what they have achieved in their journey.