The PGDM department at Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), Rohini organized an insightful session on “AI in Finance”, delivered by Mr. Nikhil Garg, a seasoned instructor in Data Analytics and Machine Learning at Imarticus Learning on 29th Nov 2025. The session aimed to introduce students to the rapidly evolving intersection of finance and artificial intelligence, and to help them understand the analytical competencies required to thrive in the future of financial services.
Mr. Garg opened the session with a clear and engaging overview of the evolution of AI within the fintech ecosystem, explaining how financial institutions worldwide are now integrating AI-driven models for enhanced accuracy, efficiency, and security. He highlighted the practical applications of AI in fraud detection, algorithmic trading, credit scoring, personalized financial solutions, and customer analytics, emphasizing how data-driven decision-making has become central to modern finance.
A core segment of the lecture focused on the three branches of statistics - descriptive, inferential, and prescriptive and how each plays a strategic role in financial modelling, forecasting, and business intelligence. Mr. Garg further demystified machine learning concepts, using relatable references from popular movies to illustrate how algorithms learn from data, identify patterns, and make predictions. His simplified explanations made the subject accessible even to students new to analytical tools.
He also emphasized that despite the widespread adoption of advanced analytical software, Excel remains a fundamental tool for every finance and analytics professional. He encouraged students to build strong proficiency in Excel as a foundation before moving on to platforms like Python, R, or Power BI.
The session effectively strengthened students’ understanding of the analytical landscape within finance and aligned with JIMS Rohini’s commitment to preparing industry-ready management professionals equipped with future-focused competencies.