Our Mission
The Counselling & Coaching Centre at SP Jain supports the goal of crafting global leaders by focusing on providing support services for personal, psychological, academic, cultural, and leadership development of our students.
Our Vision
The Counselling & Coaching Centre is committed to enhance our students’ overall well-being and personality development within the broader global and cultural scenario.
Coaching
Coaching involves encouraging self-reflection to unlock a student’s potential to maximise his or her own performance by helping them to learn from experience.
Counselling
Professional counselling is a professional relationship that will empower students to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. Our counsellors work with our students on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that they are facing. Counselling is a collaborative effort between the counsellor and a student.
Professional counsellors can help students identify goals and potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication and coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behaviour change and optimal mental health. The counsellor uses listening and questioning to build self-awareness and self-confidence in the student. The goal is to help the student deal with something difficult.
Coaching does not focus on the past – like counselling may. The coach acts as a catalyst for students to gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
Mentoring
A mentor is a wise and trusted guide and advisor. The mentor is the teacher that shares their experience while bringing the “mentee” up the ranks. The role of the mentor is to build capability. The developmental mentor helps the learner discover their own wisdom by encouraging them to work towards career goals or develop self-reliance.
A consultant is an expert who is called on for professional or technical advice or opinions. They are relied on to understand the problem and present solutions.
Assistant Professor, Director - Counseling and Coaching Centre
SP Jain School of Global Management
Bijal Oza is a Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor. Currently a PhD Candidate in International Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Ms Oza has a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialisation in Counselling from the same school. She has had an enriching and diverse experience as a psychologist and counsellor for more than 11 years in USA, India and Dubai. She has been a certified Domestic Violence Trainer/Counsellor in the state of Illinois, USA.
At present, Ms Oza is working full-time as the Global Director of Counselling & Coaching Centre at SP Jain School of Global Management and teaches a full credit course on Emotional Intelligence. She also works as the Happiness Consultant for the Centre of Excellence for Happiness at SP Jain and is involved in the development and implementation of initiatives and programs using the Positive Psychology and Science of Happiness principles. Her research interests lie in Emotional Intelligence, Personality and Emotions, Positive Psychology, Cross-Cultural Approaches to Counselling, International & Social Psychology, Personality Development and Coaching for overall personal effectiveness of students and professionals.
Her areas of expertise are:
Student Counsellor & Life Coach, Singapore Campus
SP Jain School of Global Management
Dr Sakshi Chopra has a Doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. She has also completed her Bachelor’s & Master’s degrees in Applied Psychology from the University of Delhi, India.
Student counsellor
Counselling and Coaching,
Sydney SP Jain School of Global Management
Ishara is an experienced and compassionate counsellor with years of experience and strong educational background in providing counselling services to children, young adults, and women in violence, mental health, and AOD settings. She has a master’s degree in Counselling from Victoria University, Melbourne and is registered with the Australian Counselling Association.
“I warmly welcome each one of you into this wonderful journey at SP Jain! I am so excited to get to know you all and exchange wonderful thoughts. We are here to facilitate your journey into becoming Global Citizens, and eventually, Global Leaders. I would like to encourage each one of you to utilise this time to reflect, become self-aware, develop a growth mindset, and make the most of your experiences throughout this journey. Open your mind’s eye and you will discover yourself while discovering people and places around you. The transition within yourself is a reward you will take with you and nurture for the rest of your lives! We are here to make this self-discovery a smooth and positive experience. And do not forget to be there for each other!”
“Hello everyone, from our beautiful campus in Singapore! I am very excited for you all to be part of the SP Jain family and am confident these years will help you grow not just professionally, but also at a personal and emotional level. This adventure would help you broaden your horizon through diverse cultural and educational experiences, and as the Student Counsellor & Life Coach, I am excited to work with you to help you achieve your best. I look forward to being a part of your journey towards self-discovery and achieving your potential, which will help towards your personal growth and accomplishments.”
“I am delighted to have the opportunity to interact with students at SP Jain Sydney. I take pride in my vocation as a Counsellor, and it is validating to be able to facilitate and mentor young minds. I strongly believe counselling allows people to be more self-aware and accepting of their feelings and emotions further contributing to their overall wellbeing. As you embark on this exhilarating journey, I am committed to support you navigate through all different challenges to become the best version of you.”
All the counselling services are provided in a private and confidential space.
Confidentiality
Reach out for support. Connect with our counsellors.
We offer a safe, nurturing and confidential environment to support the mental health and well-being of our student community.
Bijal Oza
Assistant Professor, Director - Counseling and Coaching Centre
Email: bijal.oza@spjain.org
Call: +971 4 5616785
Dr Sakshi Chopra
Student Counsellor & Life Coach, Singapore Campus
Email: sakshi.chopra@spjain.org
Call: +65 64310066 Extension: 250
Ishara Piyankarage
Student counsellor - Counselling and Coaching, Sydney
Email: ishara.piyankarage@spjain.edu.au
Call: (+61) 0289706841
Maria Wallgren
Student Counsellor, Sydney Campus
Email: maria.wallgren@spjain.edu.au
Call: +61 (0)2 8970 6807
(when working on campus)
SP Jain School of Global Management, Dubai Campus
Block 5, Dubai International Academic City, P. O. Box 502345, Dubai, UAE
Call: +971 4 5616 700
Email: admissions.dxb@spjain.org
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© 2024 S P Jain School of Global Management
S P Jain School of Global Management Pty. Ltd. Provider Category: Institute of Higher Education. TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12041. CRICOS Provider Code: 03335G.
Name of PEI (Private Education Institution): S P Jain School of Global Management. Committee for Private Education (CPE) is part of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Registration Number of PEI: 200516544Z | Period of Registration: 09 May 2023 to 08 May 2029.
Permitted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. The academic qualifications granted by this institution and certified by KHDA shall be recognised in the Emirate of Dubai by all public and private entities for all purposes.
© 2024 S P Jain School of Global Management
S P Jain School of Global Management Pty. Ltd. Provider Category: Institute of Higher Education. TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12041. CRICOS Provider Code: 03335G.
Permitted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. The academic qualifications granted by this institution and certified by KHDA shall be recognised in the Emirate of Dubai by all public and private entities for all purposes.
© 2024 S P Jain School of Global Management
Please note that this program is not proved or attested by KHDA
S P Jain School of Global Management Pty. Ltd. CRICOS Provider Code: 03335G
Note: The MAIB program is not offered in Singapore and is not approved or attested by CPE.