"Roll the Goal - Lecture on Big Five Personality Test"

Professor Shivakashi Sharma delivered an insightful lecture on the Big Five 
Personality Test, also known as the OCEAN model, to PGDM students. This 
report summarizes the key points covered and discusses the implications of 
these personality traits in the context of soft skills, resume building, and 
employability. 

Understanding the OCEAN Model: 
The Big Five Personality Test, based on the OCEAN model, evaluates individuals across five dimensions: 
Openness to Experience: Reflects intellectual curiosity, creativity, and 
openness to new ideas. 
Conscientiousness : Measures organization, self-discipline, and reliability.

Extraversion: Indicates sociability, assertiveness, and preference for social interaction. 
Agreeableness: Assesses cooperativeness, empathy, and interpersonal harmony. 
Neuroticism: Gauges emotional stability, resilience, and susceptibility to stress. 

Lecture Content and Explanation: 
Professor Sharma provided a detailed explanation of each personality dimension, illustrating how these traits manifest in behaviour and decisionmaking. Examples from various industries and contexts helped students relate these traits to real-world scenarios. An audio visual lecture was delivered which incorporated of hard copies of tests for the students to attempt along with a video explanation with the help of an animated story. 

Outcomes and Implications: 
Soft Skills Development: Understanding one's personality profile helps in identifying strengths and areas for improvement in soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and leadership. 
Resume Building: Tailoring resumes to highlight relevant personality traits can enhance attractiveness to employers seeking specific attributes. 
Employability Skills: Employers often look for a balance of traits depending on job roles; awareness of one's personality profile assists in aligning with job requirements and organizational culture. 

Mapping to PGDM Curriculum: 
Integration of personality assessment into the PGDM curriculum enhances selfawareness among students, fostering personal growth and professional development. It also supports career counselling and placement activities by providing insights into students' suitability for different roles and industries. 
Conclusion: 
Professor Shivakashi Sharma's lecture on the Big Five Personality Test was instrumental in equipping PGDM students with a deeper understanding of themselves and their potential impact in the workplace. By linking personality traits to soft skills, resume development and employability, the lecture underscored the practical relevance of psychological insights in career 
management. 

By continued integration of such sessions into academic programs, it shall empower students in their journey towards personal and professional excellence.