The Global Luxury Goods & Services Management (MGLuxM) program’s Batch 15 students had an opportunity to take part in a series of industrial tours throughout their program, gaining insights into various sectors.
The Global Luxury Goods & Services Management (MGLuxM) program’s Batch 15 students had an opportunity to take part in a series of industrial tours throughout their program, gaining insights into various sectors.
These tours included an overview of the yacht industry by Blue Bay Marine, a visit to the Audi workshop led by Audi West Mumbai, an exploration of St Regis Mumbai, and a memorable experience at Sula Vineyards in Nashik.
Blue Bay Marine yacht
Students were introduced to major yacht manufacturers and gained insights into the expanding yacht chartering industry in India. Discussions covered client types, services, pricing structures, renting zones, infrastructure needs, and vessel overviews. The tour was particularly notable as it took place on India’s largest vessel, the Ferrari F80 model, featuring a Rolls Royce marine engine.
Audi service centre
The next tour at the Audi service centre provided students with a detailed understanding of Audi's service standards and procedures. They learned about the service process, which includes receiving, diagnosing, reporting, fixing, checking, and delivering vehicles. Additional information on spare parts, paints, tools, and vehicle specifications was also shared.
Visit to St Regis
At St Regis Mumbai, students explored the operations of luxury hotels and the unique features that set them apart. A discussion with key department heads highlighted various aspects of hotel management. The visit concluded with a delightful multi-cuisine lunch at the hotel's Sette Mara restaurant.
Sula vineyards
The visit to Sula Vineyards in Nashik was a highlight for students. They were warmly welcomed by the Sula team, who shared insights into the winemaking process, from harvesting to bottling. The day concluded with a wine-tasting session that heightened their experience.
Through these industrial tours, MGLuxM students gained firsthand experience of the luxury industry, which enriched their academic learning and provided them with practical skills.
Blog written by: Ritankar Das (Batch 15)
