A U X I L I U M


DEPARTEMNT OF COMMERCE(BANKING & INSURANCE)

 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

 

    The Programme B. Com (Banking & Insurance) was introduced in the academic year 2016-2017. This strives to provide an intellectual environment in highly Competitive Banking and Insurance sectors through its integrated quality education. It provides operational exposure in the field of banking and insurance through internship, project and assignments. The syllabi of each course are designed to make the students understand the dynamics of banks, insurance in a better way. It also aims to inculcate training and practical approach among the students by using modern technologies.

 

VISION OF THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of B. Com (Banking & Insurance) strives to provide an intellectual environment that fosters the search for new knowledge in highly Competitive Banking and Insurance sectors through its integrated quality education.  

PROGRAMMES OFFERED

Academic Porgrammes

 
Programme Name Year of Establishment
Commerce (Banking and Insurance) 2016

FACULTY PROFILE

Dr. R. Gayathiri is a distinguished educational professional with a rich experience of 17 years in the field of teaching. She is currently serving as the Head i/c and Assistant Professor at Auxilium College (Autonomous) in Vellore, where she leads the Department of Commerce, specializing in Banking & Insurance. With a profound passion for academic excellence and dedication to the development of the institution, She aims to inspire and guide students to achieve both academic and personal success. She is a multifaceted individual with a robust educational background, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to the holistic development of students and institutions.

 
 

Ms. Aswini N is an Assistant Professor with five years of teaching experience in the Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance). She is deeply committed to fostering a culture of encouragement and support within the student community. In her role as an educator, she plays a vital role in motivating and inspiring students to reach their full potential. She also has been actively involved in extracurricular and community activities. She served as the Team Coordinator for the India – Malaysia Youth Exchange Programme in 2019, organized by the Audacious Dream Foundation. Furthermore, she has contributed to academic research by publishing and presenting papers in various journals and conferences.

 
 

Dr. Kalpana K. currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Commerce (Banking and Insurance), Auxilium college, Vellore. She has 3 years of teaching experience. She completed her B.Com. M.Com. at Meenakshi College for women, Kodambakkam. M.Phil. from Auxilium College, Vellore. She obtained her Ph.D in the year 2018 from VIT University, Vellore. Her research interests is in marketing areas. She has published papers in international journals and conferences.

 
 

Ms. Sangeetha S, currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Commerce (Banking & Insurance), Auxilium College (Autonomous) Vellore. She has 1 year & 8 months of teaching experience. She completed her B.Com. at Madras University and acquired M.Com. from Annamalai University. She completed her B.Ed. in Tamilnadu Teachers Education University. She obtained her M.Phil. in the year 2020 from Thiruvalluvar University. She has published papers in UGC care journals. She is currently guiding UG students in doing their projects.

 

BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

  • Dr. Gayathiri R, A study on Human Resource Auditing of Educational Institutions in Vellore district, International Journal of Human Resource (PIJHR), Vol. 4, Issue No.2, 2017, 15-21, ISSN 2348-0483
  • Dr. Gayathiri R, A Comparative study on preventive measures of Cyber Crimes in digital payments among public and private sector banks with reference to Vellore branches, International journal of Management and Social Science, Vol. 8 No.1.3, 2018
  • Dr. Gayathiri R, A SWOT Analysis of GST Act in India and its Emplacement in world scenario, Vol.8 Issue No.28, 2018, 82-86, ISSN 2249-6459
  • Dr. Gayathiri R, A study on factors influencing consumer decision making in Digital marketing with special reference to mobile Application and social media, UTKAL Historical Research Journal, Vol. XXXIV, 2021, 111-114, 2021, ISSN 0976-2132
  • Dr. Gayathiri R, Ms. Sangeetha S and Ms. Aswini N, Rabindra Bharati Journal of Philosophy, Vol: XXIV, 2023, 112-116, ISSN 0973-0087
  • Ms. Aswini N, A Study on Online Misleading Advertising & Consumers reaction with Special Reference to Vellore City, VOL 8, NO 1.3, 2018, 125-127, ISSN 2349-9761
  • Ms. Aswini N, A study on Observation of Banking Habits of Customers with special reference to Indian Overseas Bank Vellore District, VOL 9 ISSUE, 2021, ISSN 2455-6211
  • Ms. Aswini N, A study on Consumer buying behaviour towards Online Shopping in Vellore City, Vol 9, 2022, ISSN 2349-5138
  • Ms. Aswini N, A study on Impact of Covid-19 on mobile banking service quality among customers with special reference to Vellore, Vol 34(XXIV), 2021, ISSN 0976-2132
  • Ms. Aswini N, A comparative study on Online shopping and traditional shopping with special reference to Vellore district, First Edition, ISBN 978-93-5533-565-4, 2023

PLACEMENTS

 
 

ENDOWMENTS

The Rose Arogyaswami Memorial Scholarship for a deserving Under Graduate student of Commerce (Banking and Insurance)

 
S.No. Name Year
1 Ms. Kowsalya.R 2016-2017
2 M.Tamilarasi, C.Divya Bharati, S.Iswarya, V.Nandhini 2017-2018
3 P.Iswarya, K.Varshini, Divya.K.M 2018-2019
4 Kubra.A, Monalisha.S 2019-2020
5 Sanjana Sheethal, Monalisha.S 2021-2022

PROGRAMS ORGANIZED

  • 2016-2017
    • A one day seminar on “Insurance Awareness” on 6th October, 2016 addressed by Shri. B. Murthy, Marketing Manager, Vellore Division.
    • A one day workshop on “Digital Payment” on 11th January 2017 addressed by Mr. Aravind, Senior Manager, Kotak Mahindra Bank.
    • A one day seminar on “Banking and Insurance Career Opportunities on 3rd February, 2017 addressed by Mrs. Radha Raghavan, Country Head, Marketing, Royal Sundaram. Mr. Satheesh, Southern Head, Royal Sundaram. Mr. Kailash Bhooplam, Co Founder of Leanite Education Pvt., Ltd.
  • 2017-2018
    • A one day Workshop on “Digital Banking” on 27th November, 2017 addressed by Mr. Prabhu, Branch Manager, SBI Intouch, Gandhi Nagar, Vellore.
  • 2018-2019
    • A one day workshop on “SPSS workshop” on 10th September, 2018 addressed by Dr. K. Kishore, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, Voorhees College, Vellore.
    • A one day Workshop on the topic of “Stress Management” on 21st March, 2019. Session I was conducted by Mr.A.Sathiamoorthy, District Trainer, Lions Club, Ranipet. Session II was given by Ms.Gifta Priya Manohari, Social worker, CHAD, Bagayam Vellore.
  • 2019-2020
    • A one day Workshop on “SPSS workshop” on 27th September, 2019 addressed by Dr. K. Kishore, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, Voorhees College, Vellore.
    • A one day Seminar on “E-Filing of Income Tax” on 28th January, 2020 addressed by Mr. Sanaulah, Tax Practitioner, Vellore.
    • A one day Webinar on “Opportunities and Challenges of Digital Banking in Times of COVID 19” on 23rd May, 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Mr. Vijayasarathi, Executive, Karur Vysya Bank, Vellore.
    • A one day webinar on “Effect of COVID 19 – Restructuring Health and Property Insurance” on 30th May, 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Mr. Chandrasekaran (Retired), Senior Divisional Manager, New India Assurance Co., Ltd.
  • 2020-2021
    • A one day webinar on “Personal Fitness – Investor Awareness program” on 11th July 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Dr. K. Prabhakaran, Faculty – Finance & Accounting.
    • A one day Webinar on “The Science of Goal Setting” on 18th August 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Mr. V.G. VetriVendan, QA professional, Info Novum Software Solutions Pvt., Ltd.
    • A one day Webinar on “Pathway to Career in Banking Sector” on 10th September 2020 addressed through Zoom Meeting by Mr. Shankar Sundaram, Qualified Associate Professional.
    • A one day Webinar on “Tally Certification Program” on 8th October 2020 addressed through Zoom Meeting and streamed on YouTube by Mr. Meyappan Gandhi, Regional Manager, Tally Education Pvt., Ltd.
    • A one day webinar on “Everything you need to know about Becoming a Chartered Accountant” on 30th October 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Ms. Aaradhana, ICT Training Coach, ICAI South Regional Branch, Vellore.
    • A one day webinar on “Recent Trends Emerged in Life Insurance Sector during 2020 crisis” on 9th November 2020 addressed through Google Meet by Mr. Muthiah T, Senior Branch Manager, Life Insurance Corporation of India, Ranipet.
    • A one day webinar on “A Gateway to succeed in Bank Exams” on 1st December 2020 addressed through Zoom Meeting by Dr. R.K. Vimal Nandhan, M.Tech., Ph.D., (IIT Madras).
  • 2021-2022
    • A one day webinar on “Importance of Insurance Sector in Indian Industry” on 28th August 2021 addressed by Mr. Muthiah T, Senior Branch Manager, Life Insurance Corporation of India, Ranipet.
    • A one day webinar on “Business Opportunity in Health Insurance Sector” on 29th September 2021 addressed by Mr. Y.V. Santhosh, Zonal Head, Ms. Priscilla, Unit Manager, Mr. Surender Branch Manager, Mr. Parthiban, Trainer from Maxbupa Health Insurance.
  • 2022-2023
    • A one day “Awareness program on Tally certification course” on 29 September 2022 addressed by Ms. Ilakkiya, Tally course coordinator, VIS- Tally Institute.
    • A one day “Financial Awareness Program” on 24th November 2022 addressed by Mr. Vijayasarathi, Branch Operations, KVB, Vellore.
    • A session “Introduction to Value added course on Global understanding for Sustainable Development Goals” on 6th January 2023 organized in collaboration with Audacious Dreams Foundation, addressed by Mr. Dinesh Gajendran, Catalyst and Executive Director, Audacious Dreams Foundation.
    • A one day ‘workshop on GST’ on 17th February 2023 addressed by Mr. Sundaramoorthy.A, Director of Values Vruksha Pvt Ltd.
  • 2023-2024
    • A one day Seminar on ‘Mutual funds (SIP) Investment- An emerging trend’ on 26th July 2023 addressed by Mrs. R. Janani, Mutual fund Distributor & Nuvuma Sub Broker.
    • A one day “An Awareness program on Financial Education” on 23rd August 2023 addressed by Mr. S.N. Jayabalan, Trainer, NCFE & ICSI Coordinator.
    • A one day workshop on “E-filing of Income Tax Returns on 12th September 2023 addressed by Mr. C.K. Theja, Associate Chartered Accountant, Vellore.
    • A one day Webinar on ‘Market Ka Eklayvya on 21st September addressed by Mr. Viswanathan Vaidyanathan, Corporate trainer.

ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES

 
 

EXTENSION ACTIVITIES

 
 

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE

DEPARTMENT MoU

 

E-CONTENT

S.No Title Author Youtube URL Link
1 Business Management Dr R Gayathiri Click Here
2 Characteristics of Management Dr R Gayathiri Click Here
3 Issue of Shares Dr R Gayathiri Click Here
4 Types of Capital Dr R Gayathiri Click Here
5 Kinds of shares Dr R Gayathiri Click Here
6 Introduction to Computers Ms. Aswini N Click Here
7 History of Computers Ms. Aswini N Click Here
8 Introduction to Practical Auditing Ms. Aswini N Click Here
9 Accounting Concepts Dr K Kalpana Click Here
10 Introduction to Insurance Dr K Kalpana Click Here
11 Principles of Insurance Dr K Kalpana Click Here
12 International Business Ms. Sangeetha S Click Here
13 Bank Accounts Ms. Sangeetha Click Here

BEST PRACTICES

  • Guest Lectures: Conducted for students featuring experts from Banks, Insurance Companies, Legal Advisors, and Professors in their respective subject areas.
  • Internship Programs: First and Second Year Students participate in internships to acquire practical knowledge from the Banking Sector and Insurance Companies.
  • Inclusion in Syllabus: IIBF (Indian Institute of Banking and Finance) Papers and Aptitude Papers are integrated into the curriculum for the students.
  • Final Year Projects: Final Year students engage in individual projects focusing on Social Science Research pertinent to Banking and Insurance topics.

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