On 11th February 2026, the MBA Second Semester students of Farook Institute of Management Studies (FIMS) organized an Industrial Visit to VKC Group as part of their academic curriculum. The visit was coordinated by Mr. Mohammed Jasir PV and Ms. Navaneetha K with the objective of providing students practical exposure to industrial operations and management practices in the footwear manufacturing sector. The initiative aimed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-time corporate functioning.
The programme began on campus with an address by the Director, who briefed the students on the objectives and guidelines of the visit. Upon arrival at VKC Group, the team was welcomed by HR Executive Ms. Jisha, who presented a brief introduction to the company and its operations. Students were then guided through three major operational sections of the manufacturing unit, where they observed production processes, quality control systems, and workflow management. The visit also included refreshments followed by an interactive feedback and doubt-clearing session, concluding with a vote of thanks by the student representatives.
The Industrial Visit provided valuable insights into production planning, supply chain management, and organizational practices within a leading footwear manufacturing company. As a step toward continuous improvement, it is proposed to include dedicated sessions on financial and marketing strategies in future visits, implement structured feedback mechanisms to evaluate learning outcomes, and conduct post-visit case study discussions to strengthen practical understanding and analytical skills among students.
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REPORT OF IV TO VKC GROUP (11-02-2026)
The first-semester MBA students of the 2026–28 batch of Farook Institute of Management Studies (FIMS) undertook their first Industrial Visit to India’s VKC (SMARTAK FOOTCARE PRIVATE LIMITED) on 22 September 2026. The visit was organised to provide students with direct exposure to the functioning of a large-scale manufacturing organisation and to help them understand how business and management concepts are applied in an industrial setting. It formed part of the institution’s experiential learning initiatives aimed at connecting academic knowledge with real-world business practices.
During the visit, students observed the manufacturing operations, production processes, workflow systems and organisational practices followed at VKC. The industrial exposure helped them gain a practical understanding of areas such as operations management, production planning, quality practices, workforce coordination and organisational functioning. The interaction with the industrial environment also enabled students to appreciate the scale, discipline and coordination required in managing manufacturing activities effectively.
The visit contributed significantly to students’ practical learning, industry awareness and managerial understanding by bridging the gap between classroom concepts and actual business operations. It encouraged students to relate theoretical knowledge from areas such as operations, marketing, human resource management and organisational behaviour to real industrial practices. Such visits support holistic management education by enhancing observation, analytical thinking and professional awareness, while also strengthening the institution’s commitment to experiential and industry-oriented learning.
