As part of academic enhancement, our alumnus Mr.S.Gokulnath (2017-20 batch, placed in Equitas Bank) interacted with the III Year students of B.Com B&I on 15.09.2020. He shared his interview experience with his juniors. He stressed on the importance of Communication and gave tips to clear competitive examinations. He, also, answered the queries posted by the students regarding the interview process. All the students of III B.Com (B&I) thanked him for sharing his experience.
The B.Com (Banking and Insurance) Board of Studies meeting for the academic year 2020-21 Odd Semester was held on 27.08.2020 at 02.30 pm in the Board Room. The first semester syllabus was framed on the basis of Outcome Based Education (OBE) for the 2020-23 batch students. The syllabus was discussed with the experts and finalised. Syllabus updations were also made for the students belonging to the batch of 2019-22.
Department of Commerce B.Com B&I organized a “Webinar on Understanding Health Insurance and COVID 19 Coverage” on 12-08-2020. The programme started with the welcome address delivered by Mrs. V.Padmavathy, Head of the Department. Mr.L.Chendurnathan, Chairman, Madurai Institute of Insurance delivered the presidential address. Mr.Pradip Sarkar, Principal, College of Insurance, Kolkata, the resource person, explained the different policies under health insurance and the different types of COVID 19 coverage policies available in health insurance. Around 120 students of B.Com (B&I) and B.Com (Honours) participated and benefited through this online session.
The Department of Commerce – B.Com B&I conducted a National Level Quiz Program on Accounting-2020 from 6th July 2020 to 31st July 2020 through “Google Form” for the general public who are interested in Commerce. The details of the quiz were circulated through mail and social media. Around 165 members participated in the quiz programme from various places in India. The quiz included objective type questions relating to Accounting. The participants showcased their interest by eagerly participating in the quiz. They felt that the quiz enabled them to apply their theoretical knowledge in a useful manner.
An Orientation programme on how to use Google Classroom App was organized by the Department of Commerce on 04.06.2020 through online mode for the students of II and III B.Com (B&I). The students were oriented about the importance and the etiquette of online classes by the respective class in-charge faculty. They were also given a brief about the courses they will learn in the upcoming semester.
Department of Commerce B.Com B&I organized a “Webinar on Application of Machine Learning in Banking” for the II and III year students of B.Com B&I on 22-05-2020. The programme started with the welcome address rendered by Mrs. V.Padmavathy, Head of the Department. Dr.G.Krishnamoorthy B.Tech, M.E., MBA, Ph.D., Founder, Sri Technologies, Dindigul – the resource person, delivered his lecture through google meet. In his lecture he elucidated the significane of Machine Learning and its application in the Banking sector. Around 90 students participated and got benefited through this online session.
Department of Commerce B.Com B&I organized a “Webinar on COVID19 – Impact on Banking Sector in India” on 18-05-2020. The programme started with the welcome address delivered by Mrs. V.Padmavathy, Head of the Department. Dr.L.Eswaran Asst.Prof, Thiagarajar Arts College, Madurai delivered his lecture through Google Meet. He emphasised on the importance of Digital Banking during lockdown period and the significance of computer applications in the Banking sector. He, also, mentioned the current scenario and the difficulties faced in the banking sector. Around 100 students of B.Com B&I participated and benefited through this online session.
The Commerce Department’s Association Cuentas organized its Valedictory Function for the academic year 2019-20 was conducted on 03.03.2020. The program started with the welcome address rendered by the President of the Asssociation, Ms.K.Anjana, III B.Com (B&I), the Presidential note was delivered by Mrs.V.Padmavathy, Head, Department of Commerce. The Association Activity Report for the year 2019-20 was read out by the Association Vice-President, Mr.B.Gokulnath, III B.Com(B&I). Torch bearers of the association for the academic year 2019-20 surrendered their badges and the program ended with the vote of thanks proposed by Association Secretary, Ms.Vigneshwari, II B.Com(B&I).
CMA CGM World’s fourth largest shipping Company conducted a Campus Placement drive for the third year students of Commerce Department in our college campus on 28.02.2020. The recruitment process consisted of Aptitude Test, Typing Test and Personal interview. Around 17 students participated in the recruitment and performed well, among whom 6 students were selected.
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance conducted a Campus Placement drive for the third year students of Commerce Department in our college campus on 11.02.2020. The recruitment process comprised Aptitude Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Around 20 students participated in the recruitment. The Recruiters were happy and satisfied with the performance of the students. 5 students were selected and received their offer letters.