BUDGET SYMPOSIUM 2008
Budget Symposium 2008 promises to dissect Union Budget 2008 and filter the KEYWORDS from the BUZZWORDS.

In the backdrop of India’s economic renaissance, Union Budget 2008 promises to be a trend setter. As we seek to question and pave the way for invigorating changes, Union Budget 2008 takes on another dimension in addition to providing impetus to the Indian economy which stands on the verge of double digit growth.

Now a year old, the event will closely analyse Union Budget 2008 and its impact on India Inc. A panel discussion among the stalwarts would set the stage for invoking thought provoking ideas that promise to usher in a new era of growth for the Indian economy.

This year’s edition will be held on March 2, 2008 in two sessions:
  • The Pre-lunch session will feature addresses by industry captains
  • The Post-lunch session will see our eminent guests discuss the crucial issues thrown up by Union Budget’08 in an exciting panel discussion which will be moderated by Mr. Harsha Subramaniam, Deputy News Editor, CNBC TV18
It will be followed by a Q&A session with the audience comprising of students and corporate delegates.

To know more about Speakers at Budget Symposium’08 click here
SIBM BUDGET COMMITTEE 2008
Taking a cue from the inclusive growth theme of Union Budget 2007, the students at SIBM conceptualised and formed an in-house Budget Committee. It comprised of nine first and second year students and was mentored by Dr. Shubhada Rao, Chief Economist, Yes Bank and Mr. Sandip Mukherjee, Executive Director, Tax and Regulatory Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt. Ltd.

Assessing the previous budgets and existing schemes, the team analysed the demand and supply gaps in specific areas namely Power, Ports, Education and Social Sectors.

The team presented their observations and suggestions in the form of a report to Dr. Rao.

To download Budget Committee Report click here