{"id":51081,"date":"2025-02-20T13:42:16","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T08:12:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jaipuria.ac.in\/blog\/?p=49368"},"modified":"2025-02-20T13:42:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T08:12:16","slug":"chhattisgarh-to-blackrock-nafishas-placement-success-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jaipuria.ac.in\/blog\/chhattisgarh-to-blackrock-nafishas-placement-success-story\/","title":{"rendered":"From a Small Coal-Mining Town in Chhattisgarh to BlackRock: Unheard Story of Nafisha"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chhattisgarh to BlackRock: Nafisha\u2019s Placement Success Story<\/h2>\n

Hailing from Chirimiri, a small coal-mining town in Chhattisgarh, Nafisha Tarannum\u2019s journey to securing a role at\u00a0BlackRock <\/strong>– one of the world\u2019s largest asset management firms\u2014is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of education. A final-year PGDM student specializing in Finance and Marketing<\/a> at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Indore<\/a>, Nafisha credits her success to her family\u2019s unwavering support, Jaipuria\u2019s holistic learning environment, and her relentless drive to break societal barriers. Here\u2019s her story.<\/p>\n

The Journey to Jaipuria: Breaking Barriers<\/h3>\n

Growing up in a conservative Muslim family where opportunities for girls were limited, Nafisha\u2019s parents became her biggest motivators.\u00a0\u201cThey taught me to dream big and strive for independence,\u201d<\/em> she shares. After completing her B. Com in Bhopal, she chose the Jaipuria Institute of Management<\/a> for its industry-aligned curriculum and focus on real-world applications.<\/p>\n

Her initial struggles with networking and public speaking transformed into strengths during her time at the institute. Serving as the\u00a0Placement Committee Coordinator<\/strong>\u00a0honed her confidence and corporate communication skills.\u00a0\u201cJaipuria taught me how to face an audience and build meaningful connections,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she says.<\/p>\n

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Securing the Role at BlackRock: A Dream Realized<\/h3>\n

Nafisha landed the role of\u00a0Aladdin Data Analyst<\/strong>\u00a0at BlackRock, where she\u2019ll work with the firm\u2019s flagship portfolio management software. Her internship at IDFC First Bank, where she analysed consumer loans and trade partnerships, laid the groundwork for this opportunity.\u00a0\u201cUnderstanding market dynamics and customer growth strategies during my internship gave me a competitive edge,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she explains.<\/p>\n

Overcoming Placement Challenges: Rigor to Resilience<\/h3>\n

Jaipuria\u2019s rigorous placement process<\/a> tested her ability to juggle academics, preparation, and personal commitments. Mock interviews initially felt daunting, but mentorship from faculty<\/a> and the placement team helped her refine her articulation and problem-solving skills.\u00a0\u201cAptitude tests sharpened my analytical thinking, and mentoring sessions gave me clarity on my strengths,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0she recalls.<\/p>\n

Strategies for Early Placement: Targeting the Right Fit<\/h3>\n

As a fresher, Nafisha strategically targeted companies aligned with her career goals in asset management and finance<\/a>. She prioritized firms like BlackRock for their innovation and employee development focus. Leveraging her internship experience and transferable skills like leadership and communication, she positioned herself as a candidate ready to learn and grow.<\/p>\n

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Her Key Strategies:<\/h4>\n