B.Com. (General – Sec A)
About us
The Department of Commerce, established in 1998, recently celebrated 25 years of remarkable growth and achievement. Over the years, the department has continuously revised its curriculum, ensuring it stays relevant and robust, laying a strong foundation in core areas of commerce. Emphasizing both theoretical and practical knowledge, the department offers skill development courses, industry-focused assignments, and ICT-enabled projects that align with current trends.
A key feature is its on-the-job training and blended teaching approach, integrating traditional methods with modern, technology-driven instruction. Research is another critical focus, with students and faculty engaging in socially relevant projects, fostering a deep connection with societal needs. The department also encourages students to take NPTEL courses, further enhancing their knowledge.
Ranked 2nd by India Today among the top 10 highest-scoring colleges established post-2000 in India; the Department of Commerce has built a reputation for academic excellence and holistic development. Through its dedication to education, research, and industry collaboration, the department has consistently prepared students for successful careers in commerce and related fields.
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FACULTY
Ms. Margaret Alexander
Head & Associate Professor
Courses Taught: Accounts, Law, Creativity & Innovation Management, CSR
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Dr. Kanchana Naidu
Associate Professor
Courses Taught: Financial & Corporate Accounts , Banking & Financial Services, Entrepreneurship, Office Management, Computing Skills
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Dr. J. Jeya
Assistant Professor
Courses Taught: Accounts, Management process, Auditing, Human Resource, Management, EVS, Indian Financial System, Computing Skills
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Ms. Nandhini A
Assistant Professor
Courses Taught: GST Law and practice, Micro-Finance, Cost and Management Accounting, Quantitative Analysis for business decisions, Entrepreneurship, Business Mathematics with Analytical and Quantitative Skills
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FACILITIES
ICT Enabled Classrooms [With Laptop, Projector,Screen & Speakers ] RMs ROOM 3
ICT Enabled Classrooms [with Laptop, Projector, Screen & Speakers] – RMS Room 9
ICT Enabled Classrooms [with Laptop, Projector, Screen & Speakers] – RMS Room 10
DEPARTMENT LIBRARY
ACTIVITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT
Highlights
An Entrepreneurship and Start-up Information Program – Importance of MSME and Skill Development by CA. Subhashini Ganapathy ; Funding through Financial Institutions by Mr. Vishesh Unni Ragunathan ; Central and State Government Schemes For Start- Ups and MSMES by Mr S. Suresh Babuji, Joint Director, MSME-Development Institute was conducted on 15th, 16th and 20th November,2023.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Department, an International Conference: Thriving in Turbulent times: Sustainable Growth through Innovative Practices was organised in Hybrid Mode on the 9th & 10th August, 2023. Participants: 1,017 (WCC Students-926; Staff: 30) Outside Participant: Offline -30; Online-31. Total No. of Research Papers: 104 from across India and Malaysia. Resource Persons from the US, UK, Philippines and India shared their expertise and knowledge on the need for and methods of innovative practices for sustainable development.
Catalysts of Change 2023 organized by Chennai Volunteers on 17th February, 2023 at Loyola College. 10 students (2019 Batch) from the Department of Commerce received appreciation and an award for transformational volunteering during Covid 19 lockdown.
On November 9, 2022, 30 final year B.Com students engaged in experiential learning by performing an Industry-Based Audit of TATA SKY branch offices in Chennai. The project, led by Veronica W, C S Rithica, Harshmitha K, Vishnupriya R, Vasanti C, and Kiruthika V, was carried out in collaboration with Swarna Associates, a chartered accountant firm.
Workshop on Professional Ethics at Workplace – HR Perspective was conducted on 21st July,2022 by Ms.Nikitha Elizabeth-HR Business Partner, L&T for III B.Com students to give an insight about the Professional Ethics that has to be followed at Workplace.
An Online Workshop on “Cryptocurrency 101” was organized in association with Gaja Expanding Consciousness on 24th July, 2021 to provide basic knowledge on Digital Currency & investment options.. The resource panel included Mr. Vikram Nikkam(Founder of Unicoin & Instacryptto), Mr.Romit Goswami(Founder of Zapit) and Mr Vishnu Vardhan(Ex Investment Banker). 1286 participants attended the workshop via Zoom & Youtube Live.
Advanced Excel – A tool for career in Data Science – Regional online workshop was conducted on 12.11.2020 to provide practical and hands-on learning experience using MS- EXCEL. No of Participants :466 i.e., 11(Teachers )+ 455 (Students)
Navigating through COVID -19: Responsible Citizenship – National Webinar was organised on 27th June, 2020 to educate the audience about the role played, responsibilities and duties as citizens, for the country, society, communities, workplaces, educational institutions, and homes. No of Participants :545 i.e., 118 (Teachers)+ 427 (Students)
A seminar on Digital Marketing by Mr. Rishi Jain,Co-Founder of Digital Scholar was held on 29th November, 2019. Students were given an understanding of social media & digital marketing & trending terms related to it viz. Social media Management, Word press management, Search engine marketing, Email Marketing, Content writing, personal branding etc
A workshop on Critical thinking was organised by “Manas – A Pursuit of Happiness” on 20th August 2019. The resource persons were Dr. ChitraAravind, Consultant Psychologist – (RCI Certified) and Dr. AprajithaBhardwaj – Developmental Psychologist. The workshop helped students to look at all the aspects of a situation before making decisions.
NEDC and NIESBUD organized an Entrepreneurship Development Program on 21st August, 2018. The resource was Mr Dinesh Kumar, CEO and Director of National Entrepreneurship Development cell and IHUNDBEST- Educational portal. 141 students from WCC and 12 students from other colleges participated.
20th Anniversary Celebration on 16th August 2018.
The Principal Dr. Lilian I Jasper inaugurated the program and commended the Department for the contribution in the progress of the institution. Felicitation was offered by Dr. Pamela Sahayadas (Coordinator 2007 to 2011) and former head of AZBT department. 5 illustrious alumnae were invited to speak on the occasion. A tree – Syzygium Aqueum –Water Apple was planted to commemorate the occasion.
YOUTH SUMMIT
Youth Summit is an annual intercollegiate academic fest organised by the Department that provides a platform for students for exchanging ideas, improving mutual understanding, sharing different points of view and developing the competencies and skills necessary for self and societal improvement.
Youth Summit 2024, “Elevate the Earth: Embrace the Challenge; Create the Change” was organised on Jan 29th , 2024.
Youth Summit 2023 – “Social Media-Be Smart Be safe “ was organised on Jan 07th , 2023.
Youth Summit 2022 titled “Tech Takeover: Rise of the Digital World”. was organized on April 11 & 12 in hybrid mode.
Digital Youth Summit 2021 on Gender Equality – My Voice Our Future was organised on 13th February, 2021.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzcA0BGm2bo
Youth Summit 2020 on the theme “My Earth, My Responsibility”, was organised on 23rd January, 2020.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvdY1RYVUJo
Youth Summit 2019 on “Harmony in Diversity” was held on January 24th & 25th, 2019.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePZZICBxitQ
HELPING HANDS
HELPING HANDS’ is an annual initiative organized to provide a platform for students to engage in community service by collecting and distributing stationery to underprivileged school children. This event not only benefits students in need but also fosters a sense of social responsibility among participants, encouraging them to contribute to the well-being of society while developing essential skills for personal and communal growth.
July 20, 2024
July 10,2023
ECO CONNECT
The Eco-Connect program is an annual initiative designed to raise awareness about eco-friendly living through engaging activities, sustainable food stalls, and displays of eco-conscious products. It encourages participants to adopt environmentally responsible practices by highlighting the importance of sustainable choices and reducing their environmental footprint. By fostering a sense of community and collective responsibility, Eco-Connect aims to inspire positive environmental action within the college and beyond.
February 21 ,2024
February 17 ,2023
Special Lectures/Talks
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A session on Resilience Driven Entrepreneurial Success was organised on 24th July 2024 to empower students with a foundational understanding of the start-up ecosystem, inspire them to explore entrepreneurial opportunities, and provide practical skills and connections necessary to launch and sustain their own ventures. Mr. Silambarasan Ramakrishan, Founder & CEO of Towman was the resource person
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A special lecture on Artificial Intelligence was held on March 11th, 2024, led by Mr. Renganathan, founder and Chairman of Le Radar Pvt Ltd Webspace Information Technologies. The session offered students a comprehensive understanding of AI concepts, applications, and challenges. Key topics included machine learning, neural networks, natural language processing, and AI’s influence on industries like healthcare and finance highlighting the importance of lifelong learning and professional development in the field.
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Special Lecture on “Achieving Problem-Solution Fit and Product-Market Fit” was organised on 28th February 2022 to enable students to understand the fundamentals of innovation in new product/service creation. The resource person, Prof. Farhat Omar Rabbani, who is an innovative educational consultant stressed on the nuances of building a successful customer-centric business.
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A talk on Internet of Things and Cyber-security was arranged for students of B.Com on 6th February, 2019. Mr. Aditya Nair, Innovation Engineer at Rocheston, a New York based benchmark and standards’ company spoke how mobile phones, social networking sites are hacked and misused. He also illustrated how a mobile charger can be used as a device to hack personal information.