Introduction

The Behavioural Intelligence Collective (BIC) is a platform where psychology meets industry. It brings together students and professionals passionate about understanding and applying human behaviour in workplace contexts. BIC equips members with practical behavioural insights, professional skills, and networking opportunities, preparing them for diverse career paths beyond traditional HR roles.

Vision

To empower professionals to shape modern workplaces, drive positive behavioural change, and unlock diverse market-oriented career opportunities.

Mission

BIC bridges the gap between behavioural sciences and industry by:

1. Equipping members with actionable behavioural expertise to enhance executive presence, recruitment strategies, and workplace effectiveness.
2. Encouraging industrial psychologists to innovate, collaborate, and gain visibility in organisational consulting, talent development, change management, and market analytics.
3. Offering hands-on programs to upskill members in behavioural analytics, corporate strategy, organisational well-being, and learning & development.
4. Developing self-image and personal branding skills.

What the Club Offers

• A platform for students to discuss theories, address skill gaps, and apply psychological insights in real-world workplace scenarios.
• Opportunities to enhance soft skills, professional readiness, and industry relevance.
• Programs extending beyond traditional HR functions to include corporate strategy, organisational change, and behavioural analytics.

Main Goals

1. Advance executive presence, communication, and personal branding.
2. Integrate behavioural science into recruitment and talent assessment.
3. Upskill members in emotional intelligence, negotiation, leadership, and self-image management.
4. Expand professional networks through connections with industry experts and academics.
5. Promote market-ready skills for diverse career paths.

Key Activities

• Workshops & Seminars: Executive presence, behavioural interviewing, impression management, personal branding.
• Case Study Labs: Simulations and role-plays on recruitment, negotiation, and management scenarios.
• Panel Discussions & Networking: Interactions with psychologists, business leaders, and behavioural experts.
• Skill Clinics & Peer Conversations: Focused sessions on communication, non-verbal cues, emotional intelligence, and habit formation.

Upcoming Events

• 18th Sept 2025: Psychometric Testing (in-class event)
• 29th Sept 2025: HR as the Strategic Co-Pilot to the CEO – Guest Lecture by Prerna Rajan, Global HR Business Leader

Founding & Executive Team

• Diya Patel – 9265591339
• Nandana R Nair – 6238935662
• R. Arjuna – 6303258168

Faculty Advisors

• Dr. Ragland Thomas Gamaliel
• Dr. Sudipt Kumar

Potential Topics & Focus Areas

HR Analytics, Self-Image Management, Executive Presence, Workplace Forecasting, Research Skills for Recruitment, Conflict Management, Work-Life Balance, Negotiation Psychology, CSR & Policy Making, International Collaboration, Cross-Cultural Learning, Industrial Psychology Learning Modules