Assignment 1-EDP
Assignment 1-EDP
102 TYCO-B
Narayana Murthy was born on August 20, 1946, in Mysore, India. He grew
up in a middle-class family, which instilled in him the values of hard work
and education. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from
the National Institute of Engineering, Mysore, and later obtained a Master’s
degree in Computer Science from Cornell University. Before founding
Infosys, Murthy worked at various organizations, including the Indian
Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, and as a systems programmer at a
multinational company in France.
Milestones Achieved:
Mukesh Ambani was born on April 19, 1957, in Aden, Yemen. He is the son
of Dhirubhai Ambani, the founder of Reliance Industries. He completed his
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the Institute of Chemical
Technology, Mumbai, and pursued an MBA from Stanford University,
although he left the program to join his family business. Mukesh Ambani is a
prominent Indian entrepreneur and the chairman and managing director of
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), one of the largest conglomerates in India.
His leadership has significantly transformed the Indian business landscape,
particularly in the telecommunications and petrochemical sectors. Mukesh
joined Reliance Industries in 1981, where he initially worked on the
company’s petrochemicals division.
In 2002, he became the chairman of Reliance Industries after the death of his
father, Dhirubhai Ambani. Mukesh Ambani is known for his visionary
approach, focusing on innovation, technology, and customer-centric
strategies. His initiatives have aligned with the Indian government's vision of
a Digital India, promoting digital access and connectivity. Mukesh Ambani is
also committed to social causes through the Reliance Foundation, which
focuses on education, healthcare, rural development, and disaster response,
contributing to the welfare of communities across India.
Milestones Achieved:
Ratan Tata was born on December 28, 1937, in Mumbai, India. He hails from
the Tata family, known for its significant contributions to Indian industry and
philanthropy. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from
Cornell University and also attended the Harvard Business School for an
advanced management program. Ratan Tata joined the Tata Group in 1962,
initially working at Tata Steel, where he gained valuable experience in the
manufacturing sector. In 1991, he became the chairman of Tata Sons,
succeeding J.R.D. Tata, and began a transformative journey for the group.
Milestones Achieved:
Under Ratan Tata's leadership, the Tata Group expanded its operations
internationally, acquiring several global brands, including Jaguar Land Rover in
2008, which significantly enhanced the group's presence in the automotive
sector. He spearheaded the launch of the Tata Nano in 2008, aimed at providing
an affordable car for the masses, although it faced market challenges. He also
promoted diversification into sectors such as IT, telecommunications, and
consumer goods. Ratan Tata has been a strong advocate for corporate social
responsibility, ensuring that the Tata Group contributes to social causes and
community development.