Green initiative – Sapling Plantation in College garden

Department of Commerce (B&I) was involved in Green initiative – sapling plantation in the college garden on 03.03.2023. The students showed their interest towards planting of Jasmine, Keshavardhini, Cat whisker, Menthol & Solanum Trilobatum, Pomegranate, Guava, Indian Blackberry and few other medicinal saplings. They understood the importance of planting saplings. They voluntarily undertook the responsibility of caring the saplings planted in the college garden. They shared the information on the importance of planting saplings, creating a natural eco system through planting of saplings in different places.  Trees represent nature, life, peace etc.; they produce oxygen, clean soil, improve physiological, mental and spiritual health. They took pledge to plant as many trees as possible near their areas, so as to create healthy environment. Totally, 159 students from I and II year B.Com (Banking and Insurance) and 4 faculty members participated in this event.

Department of Commerce B.Com (B&I) Green initiative – Sapling Plantation in College garden

Department of Commerce (B&I) was involved in Green initiative – sapling plantation in the college garden on 03.03.2023. The students showed their interest towards planting of Jasmine, Keshavardhini, Cat whisker, Menthol & Solanum Trilobatum, Pomegranate, Guava, Indian Blackberry and few other medicinal saplings. They understood the importance of planting saplings. They voluntarily undertook the responsibility of caring the saplings planted in the college garden. They shared the information on the importance of planting saplings, creating a natural eco system through planting of saplings in different places.  Trees represent nature, life, peace etc.; they produce oxygen, clean soil, improve physiological, mental and spiritual health. They took pledge to plant as many trees as possible near their areas, so as to create healthy environment. Totally, 159 students from I and II year B.Com (Banking and Insurance) and 4 faculty members participated in this event.

Students Discussion on Union Budget 2023-24

Department of B.Com (B&I) organized a session for Students discussion on Union Budget 2023-24. Mr. Nagarjun Nallasamy N, III B.Com B&I, initiated the discussion on Union Budget 2023-24 with very important points as follows:

India’s Fiscal Estimations and its impact, Changes in Direct and Indirect taxes, Growth of Agriculture sector, Development of Education, Health Care, MSMEs, Start-ups, Infrastructure – railways, roadways, logistics, green growth and energy, Basic Amenities and Housing. Students interacted enthusiastically well on the pros and cons of union budget and its impact. Totally 159 students from I & II year B.Com (Banking and Insurance) participated in the session.

Seminar on Innovative Insurance products in India.

Session Details: Seminar on Innovative Insurance products in India.
Title of the session Innovative Insurance products in India.
Date : 31.12.2022 Duration : 11:00am to 01.00pm
Activity Category: Self driven activity Nature of the Session : Online
Theme : Innovation
Expert / Speaker Details:
Name: Dr. L.  ESWARAN Designation: Assistant Professor
Organisation: Thiagarajar College, Madurai.
Brief about Expert/Speaker:

Dr. L. Eswaran is a member of Indian Commerce Association. He is having great academic records. His academic qualification is M.Com., COA., PGDCA., M.Phil., MBA., Ph.D., SET.,. He published 14 articles in both national and International journals. He participated and presented 14 National level and International Level seminar conducted by different colleges. He organized International conference, Webinar and Expert speaker in different events organized by different colleges. He is well known and Expertise in the field of Commerce. He served as programme officer for Red Ribbon Club and National Service Scheme for Parvathy’s Arts and Science College.

Objectives of the activity: 

ü  To understand the innovative insurance products in India.

ü  To develop their proficiency in field of Insurance products.

ü  To know the constraints in managing the customers of innovative insurance products.

ü  To know the career prospects for B.Com students in an insurance sector.

ü  To understand the development of Insurance sector in economic growth of the country

Outcome of the activity:

Students were able to,

ü  Familiar with innovative insurance products in India.

ü  Comfortable in managing the insurance customer.

ü  Confidence to act as an agent or Direct broker for marketing innovative insurance products.

ü  Expertise in facing the problems of Insurance sector especially innovative insurance products.

ü Understand the career opportunities in insurance sector.

Key Highlights:

·        Dr. L. Eswaran presented and discussed with students about Innovative insurance products in India.

·        He clearly clarifies the students in understanding the prospects of Innovative insurance products in India.

·        Students are enthusiastic in raising questions and clarify their doubts.

Participants Details:
 Total No. of Student Participation:            145
 Total No. of Staff (Teaching / Non-Teaching) Participation:         7
 YouTube Links: Nil
  Photographs: Enclosed

Personal counseling – Harasment through social media

Vishaka Committee ( Internal grievance cell and Sexual harasment cell)  of SLCS conducted Personal Counseling Session to the girl students of I B.Com B&I and II B.Com B&Ion 10.12.2022 and 14.12.2022 respectively. Dr.R.Sujatha, Principal,and Dr. S. Priya, Dean Academics, gave personal counseling to the students, on how to protect themselves from harasment through social media. Students were informed that they must be cautious and if anyone came acrosssuch issues, it should be reported to the concerned authority at the earliest.Dr.R.Sujatha enquired about their grievances individually and made sure that required action will be taken for the welfare of the students.

Industrial visit to Naga Foods Private Limited, Pudhupatti, Dindigul

Department of Commerce B.Com (B&I) organized an industrial visit to Naga Foods Private Limited, Pudhupatti, Dindigul on 10.12.2022. Totally,78 II B. Com (B&I) students along with Mrs.R.Nithyakalyani and Mr.R.Dhamotharan visited the factory.. The students were briefed on  the historical background, the top level management, various departments and various products of Naga. The students were able to witness the production process of vermicelli and pasta directly. In total the industrial visit was very much useful for the students and they had a practical exposure to the commerce field.

Positive Youth Development

Department of Commerce  B. Com (B&I),  conducted a Personal Counseling Program to the students of I B.com B&I students on 10.12.2022 in Seminar Hall. Our Alumni ,  Mr.S.P.Balasubramanian, Founder, Aram Seivom Foundation  addressed the gathering on Positive Youth Development. Mr.Bathrinath and Ms.Amitha, members of the foundation, also addressed the students. They educated the responsibilities of youth in their own development and the society. They highlighted how the younger generation is  exploited towards unwanted addictions like social media, alcohol, etc. They elaborated how to engage themselves positively for their own development and the society as a whole. Totally, 81 students attended the program and got benefitted.

Seminar on Innovative Products in Retail Banking

Session Details: Seminar on Innovative Products in Retail Banking
Title of the session Innovative Products in Retail Banking
Date : 08.12.2022 Duration : 11:00am to 1:30pm
Activity Category: Self driven activity Nature of the Session : Offline
Theme : Innovation
Expert / Speaker Details:
Name: Dr. D. Abraham Pradeep Designation: Assistant Professor
Organisation: R. L. Institute of  Management Studies, Madurai.
Brief about Expert/Speaker:

Dr. D. Abraham Pradeep is a seasoned banking and insurance professional with proven academic track record and demonstrated success in energizing and inspiring young minds to outshine and grow.Proud alumnus of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science and Karunya University. He possesses a comprehensive knowledge in the area of life insurance practice, applications, underwriting and finance. He uses the pedagogy of blended teaching through MOOCs.

Objectives of the activity: 

ü  To understand the role of innovative Bank Products in the development of economy.

ü  To develop their skills to become a banker and an innovator.

ü  To know the problems faced by banks in marketing their products.

ü  To improve their knowledge on innovative Products and its trends in Banking.

ü  To know the opportunities in banking sector.

Outcome of the activity:

Students were able to,

ü  Understand the role of innovative Bank Products in the development of economy.

ü  Develop their skills to become a banker and an innovator.

ü  Know the problems faced by banks in marketing their products.

ü  Improve their knowledge on innovative Products and its trends in Banking.

ü know the opportunities in banking sector

Key Highlights:

·        Dr. D. Abraham Pradeep presented a detailed lecture on the innovative products in Retail Banking.

·        He also shared the strategy of banks in marketing their products in an efficient manner.

·        Students raised queries on recent products and its features.

Participants Details:
 Total No. of Student Participation:            159
 Total No. of Staff (Teaching / Non-Teaching) Participation:         7
 YouTube Links: Nil
  Photographs: Enclosed

 

Professional Development Program on 19.11.2022

Department of Commerce B.Com (B&I) conducted a Professional Development Program on “Curriculum Designing based on IIBF Certification” to all the faculty members on 19.11.2022 in Board room. Ms. S. Vahitha, Assistant Director, IIBF Corporate office, Mumbai and Mr. Ravi Gupta, Corporate Development Officer, IIBF, Mumbai, detailed the certification provided by Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF) and its course content. They also explained how it can be integrated with the B.Com curriculum for the welfare of the students. The session was very useful and helped in modifying and updating the courses related to banking. Totally, 7 Faculty from Commerce Department participated in this program.

SLCS Samaaj Seva – Extension Activity on “Awareness on Household savings to Women in Nedumadurai”

The Department of Commerce B.Com (Banking and Insurance), Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, Madurai conduct an SLCS Samaaj Seva – Extension Activity Program on “Awareness on House hold savings to Women” on November 10, 2022, at 11:00am in Nedumadurai Village nearby our college. The main aim of this awareness Program  is to create awareness about the Thrift and savings among the rural women. The 15 students from III B.Com (Banking and Insurance) explain the importance of thrift and savings habit among the rural women’s and also explain the various central Government and State Government savings schemes like Atal Pension Yojana (APY), Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Scheme (NSC) and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY). People asked doubts related Government schemes. Our students clarified their doubts. The beneficiaries had awareness on importance of saving habit and related Government schemes.