Event Overview

Apex Synergy Al Summit 2026 is a two-day, application-driven summit focused on how Al is reshaping modern management education and practice. The event brings together students, faculty, and industry leaders from MBA Strategic HR, MBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and MBA Healthcare and Hospital Administration to showcase how Al moves from theory to real, working solutions across management functions.

At the core of the summit are live Al project demonstrations by student teams, direct engagement with C-suite leaders through keynotes and panel discussions, and an interactive ecosystem built around feedback, networking, and career opportunities. From functional Al systems and domain-specific use cases to expert insights and employer interaction, the summit is designed to prepare future managers to think, build, and lead in an Al-driven business environment.

Objectives

• Establish a new benchmark for experiential learning in management education through hands-on Al implementation

• Showcase practical, real-world Al applications across three specialised MBA programs

• Bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice through live projects and expert evaluation

• Enable direct interaction between students and industry leaders for real-time feedback and mentorship

• Create meaningful placement and internship opportunities with leading organisations
  Prizes

  • First Prize: 711,000/-

  • Second Prize: 78,000/-

  • Third Prize: 75,000/-

  • Participation certificates for all attendees

  • Industry recognition and Linkedin endorsements

  • Direct placement opportunities with Fortune 500 companies

  Who Can Participate?

  The summit welcomes participants from:

  • MBA Strategic HR students

  • MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management students

  • MBA Healthcare & Hospital Administration students

  • Other MBA specialisations: Marketing, Finance, Operations, Analytics, International Business

  • BBA, BBM, PGDM students

  • Faculty members and industry professionals

  • Alumni of management programs

  Team Structure: Teams of 2-5 students (cross-functional teams encouraged for Al Innovation

  Challenge)

  Mode of Event

  •Round 1: Online Workshop (7th February, 2026)

  Al Tools workshop conducted online for mass outreach and skill development

  •Round 2: Physical Summit (20th-21st February, 2026)

  In-person event at D8 Seminar Hall featuring live demonstrations, panel discussions, MBA LSCM

  Drone Delivery Showcase, expert talks, and the Al Innovation Challenge
  Schedule & Timeline

  Activity	Date
  Pre-Event Workshop	7th February, 2026 (Online)
  Registration Deadline	15th February, 2026
  Main Summit	20th-21st February, 2026 (Physical)

  Venue: D8 Seminar Hall, APEX Institute of Management, Chandigarh University

  Key Benefits & Opportunities

  • Gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge Al tools and real-world applications across multiple management domains

  • Network directly with 12+ industry leaders and C-suite executives, fostering meaningful professional connections

  • Access exclusive placement and interview opportunities with leading organisations, including Fortune 500 companies

  • Strengthen your professional portfolio through live Al project demonstrations

  • Receive real-time, actionable feedback on projects from industry experts to refine your ideas and execution

  • Participate in the MBA LSCM Drone Delivery Showcase, demonstrating Al-driven logistics and last-mile delivery solutions

  • Attend expert-led panel discussions and talks on Al-driven transformation in management

  • Receive an official participation certificate from APEX Institute of Management

  Qualifying Rounds & Selection

  Al Innovation Challenge - 'Shark Tank' Meets Strategic Management

  Industry leaders present real business challenges. Student teams analyze problems, design Al-powered solutions, and present strategies to a live judging panel of C-suite executives

  Competition Format:

  • Problem Domains: Strategic HR, Logistics & Supply Chain, Healthcare, Marketing, Finance, Operations

  • Preparation Time: 45 minutes for strategy development

  • Presentation: 4-5 minutes per team + Q&A with judges
    Evaluation Criteria:

    • Creativity & Innovation: 25%

    • Practical Feasibility & Costing: 20%

    • Market Relevance & Segment Fit: 20%

    • Sustainability & Ethics: 15%

    • Presentation & Communication: 20%

    Coordinator/POC:

    Prof. Manju Program Leader, MBA Strategic HR : +91-857 280 5350

    Email: manju.e16564@cumail.in

    Prof. Saugata Banerjee Program Leader, MBA Healthcare & Hospital

    Administration: +91- 9933425459

    Email: saugata.e17263@cumail.in

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    1. Is registration mandatory?

    Yes, all students must register to attend the summit. Registration is FREE but mandatory by 15 February 2026. Contact the Event SPOCs to register.

    2. Do I need coding or technical skills?

    No technical background is required to attend the summit. The event is designed for all management students. For the Al Innovation Challenge, cross-functional teams combining business and technical perspectives are encouraged.

    3. What are the featured Al projects?

    Projects include MedAl medical practitioner assessment, Workforce Analytics Dashboard, Al Recruitment Bot, Customer Sentiment Analyzer, Financial Risk Assessment Al, Supply Chain Optimization System, and Patient Care Optimization Platform across Strategic HR, LSCM, and Healthcare domains.

    4. What is the MBA LSCM Drone Delivery Showcase?

    MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management students will demonstrate practical drone delivery systems and Al-powered logistics optimization, showcasing the future of supply chain management and last-mile delivery solutions.