The Department of Commerce (Banking & Insurance) organized an Alumni Interaction session on June 26, 2025, in Hall No: F32, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The session was led by Ms. T.G. Neathra, an alumna from the 2022–2025 batch. Aimed at first-year B&I students, the event provided valuable insights into the Diploma in Banking and Finance (DBF), the courses offered, and potential career opportunities in the field. A total of 45 students benefited from the session.
The Department of Commerce (Banking & Insurance) conducted the Board of Studies meeting for the academic year 2025–2026 (Odd Semester) on March 11, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. in Hall No. 112. The syllabus for the I, III & V semesters for the batches 2025–2028, 2024–2027, and 2023–2026 was presented by Mrs. V. Padmavathy, Head of the Department, B.Com (B&I). The panel members of the Board of Studies gave valuable input on the updated syllabus to match current industrial requirements. Furthermore, the members discussed various important aspects of the course to enhance the employability skills of the students. All the members appreciated the syllabus and agreed to proceed with the proposed changes.
PTA meet was organized by the department of B. Com (B & I) for the First and Second year students on 01.02.2025.The Parents Teachers’ Meeting started at 9 a.m. in their respective class rooms. Mrs. V. Padmavathy, Head of the department initiated the meeting. Mr.N.Arunkumar, Assistant professor, B. Com B&I organized PTA meeting for I Year students Mrs.R. Nithya Kalyani Assistant Professor, for B. Com B&II III Year students. The Main goal of the meeting was to create a common platform where teacher and parents come together and discuss the issues related to the student’s progress and ways to enrich their learning experience.
During the meeting, the following things were discussed.
Department of B.Com (B&I) – AY 2024 – 2025 (ODD)
PTA meet was organized by the department of B.Com (B & I) for the I, II & III year students on 28.09.2024.The Parents Teachers’ Meeting started at 9.30 a.m. in their respective class rooms. Mrs. V.Padmavathy, Head of the department initiated the meeting. Mr.N. Arunkumar, Assistant professor, B.Com B&I organized PTA meeting for I Year students and Dr.A.Devi Assistant Professor and Mrs.R.Nithya Kalyani Assistant Professor, for B.Com B&I II Year students. Mrs. V.Padmavathy (HOD), for B.Com B&I for III Year students. The Main goal of the meeting was to create a common platform where teacher and parents come together and discuss the issues related to the student’s progress and ways to enrich their learning experience.
During the meeting, the following things were discussed.
The Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance) of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science organized an educational tour to “Munnar and Cochin” on April 10, 2024 (Thursday) to April 11, 2024 (Friday) to explore the places, culture, and food of our neighboring state. The students got an opportunity to visit the tourist places in and around Munnar and gain commercial knowledge through this visit by interacting with the local people. This way of experiential learning motivated the students to initiate startups in the future at tourist places.
The Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance) has conducted a value added program on ‘Digital Banking’ for I-Year students from March 14, 2025, to March 20, 2025. Dr. D. Abraham Pradeep, Assistant Professor, RLIMS, addressed the session. The resource person covered topics related to Digital Marketing concepts, theories, and practices in digital banking and made the session interactive and effective. Totally 66 students of I B.Com,(B&I) benefited from this program.
Outcome of the Program
The Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance) celebrated National and International Consumer Day on March 15, 2024, with a series of informative discussions aimed at promoting consumer rights and raising awareness. The event was designed to educate both students and the public on the importance of consumer protection in today’s complex market environment.
The event began with a warm welcome from Mrs. V. Padmavathy, Head of the Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance). Her opening address set a positive tone for the day, emphasizing the importance of consumer awareness in the globalized world. She highlighted the significance of understanding consumer rights and responsibilities, underlining that this event was a crucial step toward educating the future leaders of the business world on these essential issues.
The highlight of the event was a detailed presentation by Mr. S.V. Srihari, a second-year student from the Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance) program. His presentation, titled “Consumer Awareness Program”, addressed the current challenges and opportunities surrounding consumer rights. He elaborated on the fundamental rights every consumer is entitled to, such as the right to safety; the right to be informed; the right to choose; and the right to be heard. He provided an overview of consumer protection laws in India, including the Consumer Protection Act of 2019, which has strengthened consumer rights and enforcement mechanisms. Additionally, the presentation highlighted how various countries approach consumer rights, focusing on global initiatives and the role of international organizations in advocating for consumers.
The event also featured a Consumer Awareness Mime Program, a performance from the second year students. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Sulochana from I B.Com (B&I).
The Cuentas Association of the Department of Commerce B.Com. (B&I) organized an engaging and informative activity on March 15, 2024. The event commenced with a warm welcome by Ms. Khushbu, setting a positive and welcoming tone for the day. The Vice Principal, Mr. T. Guru Baskar, delivered felicitation address, appreciating the efforts of the department and the students for organizing such an enriching event. The first segment of the event was a Business Quiz Programme, conducted by Ms. A. Swathi (II B.Com. B&I), Mr. Mithun (I B.Com. B&I), and Ms. Nisha (I B.Com. B&I). The quiz was designed to test students’ knowledge on various business topics, economics, and current affairs, fostering a sense of competition and learning among the participants.
Mr.Udhaya Vishwa, II B.Com B&I, Mr.Hemanarashimman, I B.Com B&I conducted Paper Presentation. Many students presented papers on the topic of Block chain Management, demonstrating their research skills and offering insightful perspectives on the emerging technology. The presentations sparked thoughtful discussions and enhanced the students’ understanding of the subject.
The final segment of the event featured an engaging session called “As You Like It”, organized by Ms. S. Saishruthi (II B.Com. B&I), Ms. Gopika (I B.Com. B&I), and Ms. Lavanya (I B.Com. B&I). This activity promoted creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among the students.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Sulochana, I B.Com. (B&I). Her words of gratitude acknowledged the contributions of all participants and organizers, bringing the event to a successful close.
To put in a nutshell, the association activity provided an excellent platform for students to showcase their skills, expand their knowledge, and engage with peers in a meaningful and collaborative way.
The students of the Department of Commerce participated in an Intercollegiate Meet organized by Bharat Niketan Engineering College, Theni on March 05, 2025. Totally, 50 students from I & II Year (B.Com B&I) participated in the Inter Collegiate Meet.
The students of the Department of Commerce participated in a One Day National Conference on Digital Innovation and Sustainable Business Strategies in the Contemporary Era organized by Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai on March 06, 2025. Totally, 4 students from II Year (B.Com B&I) participated in the Conference.
Ms.S.Sai Shruthi, Ms.A.Swathi, Mr.P.Manivikas and Mr.P.Shri Kumaran of II B.Com (Banking & Insurance) received certificates for paper presentation.
