Department of B.Com - Activities & Events in 2020-21

DEPARTMENT OF BACHELORS IN COMMERCE- ANNUAL REPORT [2020-21]

# DEPARTMENT- COMMERCE

 1. ACTIVITY : ADMAD 2020 INTER-COLLEGIATE COMPETITION

Date: 18th August ,2020. 

Mode : Google Form , Email.

No of Participants :  ADQUIZ: 102

                                   ADMAKE:10

                                   ADCOOK: 61

Description of the Activity: 

An Intercollegiate AD-MAD competition was organized on 18th August,2020. The theme was ‘The New Normal’ reflective of the current circumstances, with a ray of hope for a better future post Covid19 pandemic . 

The event had 4 sub -events :

• ADQUIZ (Quiz Competition)

• ADMAKE (Ad making video Competition)

• ADCOOK ( Digital Poster Competition)

2. ACTIVITY: NATIONAL SOLIDARITY DAY  

          Date: 20/10/2020

    Number Of Participants : 117 Students 

    Mode : Zoom App

    Description of the Activity:

On the occasion of National Solidarity Day, The Department Of Commerce organized a virtual session on Zoom platform to ennoble our soldiers and armed forces. Various Competitions were held for the students. 

• Elocution
  -    PowerPoint Presentation
  -    Poem Writing
  -    Story Narration
  The students showcased their gratitude and respect towards our Indian Army.
  The winners of these competitions presented their composition in the zoom session held on 20th October 2020, the day when we celebrate SOLIDARITY.
  The motive behind this event was to inculcate the values and respect amongst all the students for our soldiers and their sacrifices.

3 ACTIVITY: WEBINAR ON ENCHANT THE REAL HIGH -ADDICTION FREE BHARAT BY ART OF LIVING

Date: 9th December 2020   

Number of Students Registered: 345 Students 

Number of Students Participated: 260 students 

Mode : Zoom App https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrdO6uqj4sGNH0n9tjfjf18nMKcu7HrJ6q

Description of the Activity: 

The Department of Commerce had organised a Webinar on ‘Addiction Free Bharat addressed by Ramnik Bansal who holds a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Bombay an MBA from IIM Bangalore. The objective of the session was To Raise Awareness among students about Addiction and Treatment Options, To examine the problem of substance abuse and addiction among Youth, To reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness

4. ACTIVITY: SOCIAL MEDIA INTERACTION  

      Date: 16/12/2020

     Number of participants : 106 students +108( youtube)

     Mode : Zoom App and  YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjlVE1e6LDQ 

  Description of the Activity: 

"Social media is not a media. It is the key is to listen, engage, and build relationships.
The Department  organized a webinar with the very talented Mr. Sajjad Khan who is an alumnus of Thakur College of Science & Commerce , titled 'Social Media Interactions'.

He pulled the crowd with his pleasing personality and the ability to solve the queries that learners had . He gave an insight of the life of a social media influencer, their path to success and struggles . Also gave an opportunity to the learners to join him and work in the promising industry. .

5. ACTIVITY: WEBINAR: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 

Conducted by : Department of Commerce 

 Date: 22nd December,2020 

 Number of participants: 362 Registered 

                                            145 Participated 

 Mode : Zoom 

Description of the Activity: The Department conducted a webinar on Corporate Governance on 22nd December , 2020  via Zoom platform . Ms. Janki Pandya the speaker of this event enlightened the students about Corporate Governance and its importance and objectives. She also helped the students get a real life perspective on current situation of Indian MNC’S in CORPORATE GOVERNANCE and CSR by sharing her own experience with the students. A total number of 362 students registered and there were 145 participants in this event.

6. ACTIVITY: MARINE POLLUTION      

     Date: 12/02/2021

         Number of participants : 178 students 

        Mode : Zoom App

Description of the Activity: Ms. Pooja Shinde began the session by sharing Google form link in the chat box consisting of few questions on Marine pollution. She gave a deep insight on marine pollution.  Throughout the session she guided learners about causes of marine pollution and its adverse effects on marine life. At the end of the session she informed about the initiative taken by United Way India to save marine life.  The vast experience and knowledge of our guest speaker sensitized the learners about marine pollution and practices that can help to control marine pollution.

7. ACTIVITY: BASICS OF RESEARCH: THE DISTANCE BETWEEN AN IDEA & IT’S REALIZATION 

Date: 16/02/2021

       Number of participants: 96 students 

      Mode: Zoom App

 Description of the Activity: An Interactive Guest session was organized by the Department  on  “ Basics of Research” : The Distance between an Idea & its Realization by Dr. Chetan K. Jiwani . The session was conducted to hone the analytical skills of the learners that  help them in writing the research papers . He focused on topics like : Guidelines while preparing research report, preparation for viva parts of research paper etc .

After this session the learners gained knowledge how to write research paper with correct process

8. ACTIVITY: ADD ON CERTIFICATE COURSE ‘RETAIL MARKETING’   

Date:  17th February ,2021

 Mode : Zoom 

 Description of the Activity: Department conducted an Add on Certificate course in Retail Marketing in association with University of Mumbai. The duration of the course is one year that aims at developing the employability in the Retail sector. The learners from degree commerce benefitted from the course.

9.  ACTIVITY: GENDER SENSITISATION WEEK 

Date: 1st March,2021 to 21st March ,2021 

Number of participants : 

Gender Analysis : 27 students 

Talk show : 306 students

Case Presentation : 80

My Support My Life : 25 Learners 

 Mode : Zoom 

Description of the Activity: A Collaborative activity was initiated by department of Commerce with department of Accountancy, Management studies & M.com (E-commerce) on “Gender Sensitisation Week” from 15th March, 2021 to 19th March, 2021. This 4 days event had various programs like 1: Gender Analysis (Research is to see what everybody else has seen, & to think what nobody else has thought)

  2: Talk Show (Love yourself be yourself) 

3: Case Presentation (For good ideas & innovations, you need human interaction, conflict, argument ) 

4: My Support My Life (A video without a storyboard is like a house without a foundation).

WINNERS

10. ACTIVITY: SALESMARK 

  Date: 26th March ,2021 to 2nd April,2021 

  Number of participants : 58 Learners completed the course  

   Mode : Zoom 

Description of The Activity: Department organized its Certificate course in collaboration with Department of Botany. The course taught students marketing skills, culinary skills and food preservation to add to their employability. The objective of the course is to develop skills in the field of sales & marketing and help them to be employed well.

   11.  ACTIVITY: ‘SAVE ENERY NOW’ TELL US HOW !

Date: 5th March ,2021 to 10th April,2021 

        Number of participants : 15 Learners

        Mode : Email.

    Description of the Activity: Department conducted an activity on ‘Save energy now’ Tell us how!!’ celebrating the Energy Conservation Day where the learners compared home electricity bills (March 2020 with March 2021) & prepare a case study report on it. The aim of the activity was to enhance their critical thinking, analytical skills and to create an awareness about The Energy Conservation right from their home . 

Winner for Best Report: Kajal.A.Soni ,Sybcom I , Roll No: 2472

12. ACTIVITY: GROOMING & COMMUNICATION SESSION

 Date:  1st April,2021 till 6th May, 2021

 Number of participants: 134 registered 

 Mode : Zoom 

Description of the Activity: 

The course was conducted through 30 sessions to introduce business etiquettes, formal communication and grooming to the learners of TY. These sessions enhanced the personality and communication skills required for job interviews and placement drives.

13. ACTIVITY: CAREER OPTIONS ABROAD: 

Date: 12th April, 2021

Participants: 128 participants

Mode: Online- Zoom

Description of the Activity: Department of Commerce in Association with Department of Information Technology conducted a “Career Counseling Session” on the topic : Study abroad options in Canada for BCOM students on 12th April,2021. The speaker for the session was Mr. Zachariah Samuel, Director,Computrain. The session commenced at 4pm onwards via Zoom platform. The aim of the session was to provide the learners with the skills & knowledge you need to make important decisions throughout your life and guiding the B.Com graduates to opportunities abroad.

14.  ACTIVITY: FLAGSHIP EVENT- FUN ‘N’ FAIR  

Date: 17th April,2021 

Number of participants : 1112 learners participated for the Entrepreneurial Talk

93 learners business details were featured in Yellow Pages Catalogue

43  learners participated in Marketing Mastermind Competition.

 Mode : Zoom 

 Description of the Activity: The Departments flagship event, FUN N FAIR was conducted on 17th April, 2021.The theme of the event was ‘Virtual Vyapaar’ citing to the pandemic situation.  It  encompassed three sub events – Entrepreneurial Talk, Marketing Mastermind and Yellow Pages Catalogue, conducted on zoom platform. Guest speakers for the day were Mr. SiddhantDugar, CEO (Designer Exports) and Ms. SuhaniVora, Business Developer (D & H India Ltd). The speakers guided the learners on various entrepreneurial avenues available to them and also judged the Marketing Mastermind Competition, wherein the participants presented the developmental strategies of their products. Winners of the Competition were: 1st – Komal Gupta (TYBMM/A/9835), 2nd – Aditya Kamath (TYBMM/B/9920), 3rd – Sylph Jadhav (TYBMM/A/9806). The Yellow Pages Catalogue aimed at providing a platform to the learners of the college for promotion of their products and services. 

Teachers Achievement

Research Paper Presentation:

Following teachers presented their paper in National conference organised by Thakur College of Science and Commerce, Departments of Botany and EVS & IQAC in collaboration with University of Mumbai on 6th March 2021.

• Dr. Deepa Shivaji Jamindar Participated and presented paper on topic “A Study  on Consumer’s Perception towards Green Promotion” 

• Dr. Manju Singhania Participated and presented paper on topic “Study of the Trading Strategies in the trending market using candlestick charts in Technical Analysis’.

• Dr Deepa Jamindar Published research  paper on topic “A Study  on Consumer’s Perception towards Green Packaging ”  in International  Conference organised by  Pacific Institute of Management   on 16th March and 17th  March 2021

• Dr. Manju Singhania Participated and presented paper on topic“Study of the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019 and its social impact in the Mumbai suburban Region”.in Online International Conference on' Emerging Opportunities and Challenges in Indian Economy: An Interdisciplinary Approach' held on 18th October, 2020 and Paper published in Rizvi College’s International Journal of Research, Vol. 10(1) Issue 1, Jul- Dec 2020, ISSN 2231-6124A blind Peer reviewed Biannual Journal Impact factor SJIF 2020(7.551) Multi disciplinary paper.25. Law: 112 - 116 Study of the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019 and its social impact in the Mumbai suburban Region”

• Guest Lecture

Dr Deepa Jamindar  was invited as a Guest Speaker on Motivational talk “Never Give Up” for SYJC students of Nalanda Junior College on  9th February 2021

•  Dr. Manju Singhania  Invited as a guest speaker on 15th February 2021 at 3:00 pm for Junior college student of Nalanda College on the topic of Women Empowerment

• Roger D’mello

          Attended a 3 Days Workshop on Outcome Based Education , from 17th to        

          19th March 2021, conducted by IQAC Cluster India.

• Shakibaa.I.Merchant

 Attended a webinar on ‘Digital Payments for Social Distancing’ organized by B.A(Multimedia & mass Communication) under the guidance of IQAC of Thakur College of Science & Commerce (Autonomous) on 20th June,2020.

-Participated in ‘Banking Aptitude Quiz ’ organized by IQAC & Department of B.com (Banking & Insurance) ,Thakur College of Science & Commerce(Autonomous) on 22nd June, 2020.

-Attended a webinar on ‘Survival of the Fittest-Education Leadership in Critical Times’ organized by ICFAI Business School, Mumbai on 15th  August, 2020.

Students Achievement

• Sakshi Ambrish Shah from SYBCOM E div published poems in the following book 

     The Imagination; Fantasy World; Heartly Musing; Harrowing Heart; Flaneur; Darkness Before Dawn; Dreamy Land 

• Kushal Agrawal  from TYBCOM was recognized as Covid Warrior for social work done during the pandemic, by NS 24 Live News.

# Department: Accountancy 

1. “FINSCOOP” an annual inter- collegiate quiz competition was organized on 10th September 2020 in which total 221 learners by participated. First prize was bagged by Vedanti Bhaskar Yasaware of Satish Pradhan Dnyanasadhana College Thanedy Patil.

2. “Save Environment – Recycle, Reuse, reduce” was organized on 6th November, 2020 and speaker for the guest lecture is Dr. Frances Vaidya. The webinar has participation of 247 candidates. She focused on the issues related to recycle reuse and reduce.

3. A national level webinar was organized on 10th Dec 2020 on “Human Rights (Indian Perspective)” was delivered by Adv. Vikram Walavalkar. The webinar has participation of 142 candidates. It was completely focussed to spread awareness among learners about the human right specially w.r.t India ideology. The basic principles for a civilized society like equity and quality along with Vedic concepts was discussed to bridge the understanding gap.

4. A webinar on Career Counselling (Orientation Programme for UGC-NET/SET Exam) was organized on 9th January 2021 from 5pm Onwards and it was attended by 98 learners. Mr. Sohil Pirani was the resource person. This lecture was organized specially for post graduate students. The speaker spoke about the various options which are available after their completion of Post Graduation. He also enlightened the learners regarding the options in research and how to clear NET/SET exam.

5. A guidance lecture was conducted on 9th Jan 2021 for National Accounting Talent Search 2020 & 67 learners participated in this. The guidance lecture is for all the learners to guide them about the technical aspects of NATS 2020. The guidance lecture enables learners to analyze and understand various aspect of NATS 2020 like syllabus, registration process, form filing, fess payments, study material and etc. this will help learners to score maximum and have a competitive advantage in the same.

6. Union budget 2020- DECRYPTION OF BUDGET-21 (Education Sector) session was conducted by Mr. Subhash Chandra Chaudhary on 13th februray,2021 for all segment of our college. The session has participation of 86 candidates This lecture made the students aware about the components of budget, preparation of budget, sources of income and expenditure and their proportion.

7. A workshop on E-filling of ITR was organized by the department members on 16th February 2021 for all third year learners and total 127 learners participated in this activity. This activity was all about tax filling. This session helped them to acquire the knowledge of practical implication of tax filling process. 

8. A webinar was organized by Department of Accountancy in collaboration with Department of Management Studies on “Changing Business Dynamics: Unique start-ups‘A step towards start-up India for prosperous India” on 24th February 2021. Mr. Joshua Salins was the resource person. The webinar saw approximately 200 participants discussion & support opportunities for Start-ups in the changed scenario, the sudden shift to ‘work from home’ model, ways in which Start ups could step-up and address COVID-19 in their own personal capacities. All the participants enjoyed the session as it was very interactive and interesting. 

9. A Guest lecture on MUSIC MANTRA (Importance of Mental Health & Music in our Life) was organized on 26th February 2021. Dr. Ruchi Shrivastav was the resource person. 126 participants attended this activity. Music Mantra taught the learners, how to handle stress with the help of Music.

10. A Webinar on “Encouraging the implementation of productivity tools in Current Scenario” was organized by department members on 1st March 2021, Monday for all TCSC learners. 126 students participated in this webinar. Dr. Raina Champawat was the resource person for this. She was working in CID IB at Govt. of Rajasthan. Currently she is Academic Director at Skill Development & Vocational Training Institute of India. This session helped learners to acquire the knowledge related to current scenario and the opportunities which they can grasp.

11. Gender Sensitization week was celebrated by Department of Accountancy, Commerce, Management Studies & M.com Ecommerce from 15th March 2021 to 21st March 2021. The main purpose for celebrating this event was to make learners and stakeholders aware and sensitize them about all the Gender. Total 439 learners participated in this event. Activities of the event are- 

1. Gender Analysis

 2. Talk show- love your self, Be your self 

3. Case Presentation 

4. My support- My life  

12. “ACONTE-21”, an inter collegiate competition was organized on 22nd & 23rd March 2021. The event marked the presence of 209 learners from various colleges across the India. The activities were Power Point Presentation, Elocution, Debate & Business Budget. 

Winners are as follows:

• Power Point Presentation – 1. Meghna Shetty (Vidyalankar School of Information Technology)

                                             2.  Vaishnavi Natrajan (Jai Hind College) 

• Elocution – 1. Anish George ( St. Francis Institute of Management & Research)

                    2. Shreya Lonkar (Vidyalankar School of Information Technology)

• Debate – 1. Yameen Khan (DY Patil University)

                2. Prabha Sharma (Harshit Desai)

• Business Budget – 1. Shruti Chaturvedi ( Vasanta College)

                               2. Ripunjay Gala

# Department: Economics

Department of Economics and its De Planning Forum (student association) is the economic powerhouse of the college which tries to promote sound framework of economic consciousness among students and teachers within the institution. Arthsamhita- scripting new lines of equilibrium is the departmental blog which stimulates this consciousness on digital space regularly. 

1. Essay writing competition on “World Population Day” was organized on 11th July 2020 to create awareness on issues related to population among the learners of science and commerce. The theme for this year was- Mental Health Care, Sustainable Development Goals. 

2. The Ganesh Chaturthi Project was conducted from 20th to 31st August, 2020 for the learners of degree college to understand the consumer perception with respect to the Ganesh festival and diagnose whether consumers are going eco-friendly. This year we also focused on the impact of the festival due to COVID-19.

3. Knowing Mahatma was the online quiz competition was conducted to observe the International day of Non-Violence on 2nd October, 2020. Total 170 students responded, out of that 160 students qualified and awarded with e certificates.

4. An Online Deliberation was conducted on 05th November, 2020, 6 pm onwards which was headlined by Ms. Sarika Rachuri, an eminent economist and Faculty ICFAI business school. The speaker focused on the topic of  “Global Recovery and Post Covid 19 and India Will it be L.U,V, or Nike Swoosh” around 124 students and faculties have participated in that event.

5. The Department in association with Department of M.Com (E-Commerce) organized a session on “Perception of Violence” on 3rd February, 2021 where we discussed violence and peace through a movie analysis.

6. The Department has conducted two guest lectures on 17th February and 19th March, 2021 with the aim to enrich the learners about domain and secondary knowledge. Dr. Rajendra Kerkar, Member National Wildlife Board, GOI gave an insightful lecture on Ecotourism while Prof. Rajesh Tayal provided an practical approach of excise and GST. 

7. Black Swan: An Unpredictable Labyrinth –The Intercollegiate fiesta held on 9th and 10th April, 2021 had various academic and fun-based activities like Budget-O-Meter (Budget Preparation), Shipwreck (Role Play), Film-O-Nomics (Movie reviews) and Scholastic Decathlon. Mr. Kush Bohra, Wealth Advisor and Author was the Chief Guest for the Inaugural Function who spoke about Blackswan Events in Financial Markets.

8. A role play competition “Air Crash” was conducted on 10th April, 2021  where participants impersonated famous personalities in a bid to fetch the last parachute in the scenario of fictitious air crash.

9. Career Counseling Session by Mr. Kush Bohra, a Wealth Advisor, Author enamored the learners with prospective career planning in the field of financial markets on 14th April, 2021.

10. The Student Association of Department DE PLANNING FORUM has conducted various group discussions on the topics concerning economy and current affairs.

# DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

In an endeavor to provide our learners opportunities to achieve Success, Command on the English Language and a Holistic Development, English Literary Association [Department of Business Communication] organizes a series of activities. 

1. “TALES SPIN” - ELA organized a Story Writing Competition providing a platform to the learners to articulate their imagination and creative ideas through the form of Story Writing. In order to test their writing skills, techniques, ideas, imagination, ways of writing and the student’s word and mind power, this tailor-made was activity was held on 10th October, 2020..The Genres included:

• Comedy

• Horror

• Rom-Com

• Fantasy

• Fiction

• Mystery

80 learners participated in it which helped broaden their horizon and sharpen their Skills Set and the Master Storytellers were:

2. “SCRIPT ENTERPRISE” an Essay Writing Competition that provides the learners an avenue to present their views on a vast variety of topics. The Essay Writing Competition is the first among these to set this step towards excellence. To widen their knowledge base and encourage student’s view point we included current affairs topics which were:  

3. Digital Addiction – A Real Threat for the Youth

•     The Reality of Reel Heroes

•     Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act 2018

•     Nepotism Vs Talent

•     Mental Health Awareness: The Indian Scenario

•     National Education Policy 2020

•     Impact of COVID-19 19 Lockdown

•     Women’s’ Right to Safety & Security in India – A Myth!

138 learners participated in the competition held on 31st October, 2020, the Best Essayist are:

4. DISCOURSE ON NATIONAL INTEGRATION OF YOUTH

National Integration depends on a wide gamut of ideas, thoughts, values, morals, and beliefs of the Nation. Maintaining unity in the Nation is essential for making it Strong and Self – Reliant.  Keeping aside our differences and coming together should be the Mantra we strive to follow. A motivational and inspiring Discourse on Role of Youth in Integration & Development by Mr. Surendra C. Tanna was organised on 19th October, 2020. 

The motive was to guide our young citizens in the right direction and help them understand the important role they can play in Nation Building. National Integration bestows peace and harmony upon the nation, being a young and progressive nation, we have the potential to be the leader. 266 Degree College were active participants who got inspired to play a constructive role in National Integration.

5. AWARENESS DRIVE

TCSC ELA initiated an Exceptionally Innovative and Thought-Provoking Awareness Drive against the latest menace of DIGITAL ADDICTION. The objective was to generate Awareness amongst the students & staff about the hazards of being slaves to Digital Gadgets in this Tech Era. A team of dedicated students Activists from Degree & Junior College shared Videos Posters with awareness messages and regularly circulated it on the students’ WhatsApp Groups. 

They also created an Instagram Handle - techno. Zombies. Popular hashtags like #digitaladdiction #disconnettoreconnect were used as well as generated to send out the message about the perils of Digital Addiction which unfortunately has become very common especially the youth. Students were made to realize the importance of real life conversations rather than virtual ones and also long term impact of Digital Addiction.

6.  “WORDS VERSE” our homage to Wordsworth, a Great Romantic poet, whose has been part of our lives since school. The Poetry Writing Competition was to help all the budding poets to understand their one’s own perspective on National Integration, analyze it and express their feelings through a medium that reaches people’s hearts and is appreciated as a great Art form even today. The activity was held on 19th November, 2020 on the auspicious occasion of National Integration in which 31 learners participated. The Promising Poets of TCSC are:

7. GENDER AWARENESS & SENSITIVITY

It is time that we all see Gender as a spectrum instead of two sets of opposing ideals. Being sensitive is, very simply but, being appreciative of others’ feelings is necessary. In that context, Gender Sensitivity is about being considerate of the opposite Gender’s feelings. It is not only limited to Men and Women anymore it's about all including the whole LGBTQ Community. It's high time we understand them and treat them with the respect they deserve. 

Understanding the Relevance of the Issue and to generate Awareness about it as much we can ELA organised a Webinar on Gender Awareness & Sensitivity on 28th November 2020. Ms. Mina Tilakraj, a Life Trainer and an Inner Power Optimizer elucidated this very sensitive subject in an expert manner to all the 192 Degree College learners. 

8.ETHICS, VALUES & YOUTH

“If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three key societal members who can make a difference. They are the Father, the Mother and the Teacher.”

 - APJ Abdul Kalam. 

Corruption is a complex social, political and economic phenomenon which affects all countries. No region, community, or country is immune to Corruption. To educate the people on issues of Corruption which can undermine Social and Economic Development in all societies across the Globe and to Commemorate International Anti-Corruption Day on 9th December 2020 a Discourse was organised. Mr. Devendra Pai, a Young and Dynamic Social Entrepreneur & Academician conducted an Interactive Session in which 176 enthusiastic learners participated.

9. “MOTTO DESIGN” - To bring out the Inner Artist in our young learners ELA organised a Poster Making & Slogan Writing Competition on 31st January, 2021. 22 Artistically Talented Designers enunciated their ideas and imaginations through Handmade & Digital Posters on themes based on current and socially relevant issues like:

• Impact of Digital Addiction

• Indian Youth & National Integration

• Role of Social Media in Eradicating Corruption

The Art virtuoso who won with their Master Strokes were: 

10. “VOICE YOUR VIEWS” an Elocution Competition was organised by ELA on 13th Feb. 2021 to provide all the upcoming Leaders and Orators a Forum to articulate their views and opinions on various social matters of our contemporary times. 36 learners from all streams of Degree College voiced their views on:

• Ethical Leadership

• Cyber Warfare 

• Impact of Video Games on Youth 

• Effectiveness of Online Teaching & Learning, 

• Digital Addiction - A Real Threat for Humanity.

11. ALUMNI CONNECT

An Enriching Session on “Public Relations & the Art of Confidence” for the Degree College learners on 2nd March 2021. Ms. Amreen Luthra, CEO - Founder at Amreen Luthra Training Systems & an Alumnus was the Resource Person. She elaborated the various facets of Public Relations and its importance in the contemporary times. She also enlightened the listeners about the value of Effective Communication Skills and how it can lead to success in all areas of life.   Ms. Luthra made the session interesting and lively by involving the learners in various activities which made the process of learning fun. Ms. Amreen Luthra concluded the interaction with Q & A session. 

12. ELA B & M REVIEW CLUB –To celebrate International Women’s Day and to pay tribute to all the Women Achievers for their Sacrifices, Struggles and Success a Movie Screening Session was organised on 8th March 2021. An Inspirational & Thought Provoking Movie - On the Basis of Sex, based on the life of Ms Ruth Bader Ginsburg, A Women's Right Activist & Former US SUPREME COURT Judge, was screened followed by a Review Session. 

13. SOFT SKILLS WORKSHOP A 2 Day Workshop on Soft Skills for all the Degree College learners was organised by the Dept. of Business communication in association with the Dept. of BBI. On 9th & 10th March 2021. Prof. Amlan Aravali, the Trainer, conducted 2 Engaging Sessions on INTERVIEW TACTICS & RESUME DESIGNING for almost 400 learners. He conducted practical sessions by involving the learners, on how to effectively ace the Job Interviews & how to Design an impressive Resume. The Knowledge & Skills imparted by him was very much appreciated by all the participants.                   

14. “COMPENDIUM” - The ELA B & M REVIEW CLUB organised A BOOK & MOVIE REVIEW COMPETITION “COMPENDIUM” on 31th March 2021. Learners from various courses presented critical reviews of their favourite books as well as movies. The winners of the competition were:

15. “CONNEXION 2021”- Communication Beyond Border!!! 

A National Level Inter Collegiate Literary Fest was organized on 9th & 10th April 2021 by ELA. 250 enthusiastic students from various Colleges across India participated in plethora of competitions like Quiz, Debate, Elocution, Presentation, Short Story and Essay Writing. Dr. R.K. Singh, Professor of English, University of Allahabad graced event as the Chief Guest. He motivated one and all by sharing his vast knowledge and experience.  Skilled and Talented participants, eminent judges from interdisciplinary fields made CONNEXION 21, a Grand Success across borders. CONNEXION 2021 was conducted on Online Platform and gave students from various parts of India a golden opportunity to showcase their talents in front of Our Distinguished Panel of Judges:

• Mr. Chinmoy Roy, General Manager, IT, Times of India 

• Ms. Amreen Luthra, CEO – Founder, Amreen Luthra Training Systems. 

• Mr. Subir Ray -Business Head – Retail & SME, New India Co-Op Bank

16. VALUE EDUCATION WEBINAR 

Youth are the future of our Country and Society, as such it is imperative that they have a Holistic Development and with that in mind, ELA in collaboration with Dept. of B. Com. Hons. & DLLE organised a Webinar on Value Education on 8th April 2021. Dr. Soundarajan, HOD, Value Education Department at TNTELI, Chennai was the Resource Person. He enunciated the Importance of Value Education in a student’s life and that it leads to their training to face the real world with the right attitude and ethics.     

17. AUTISM AWARENESS WEBINAR 

In an effort to promote AUTISM AWARENESS amongst the staff & students of TCSC, ELA in collaboration with the TCSC FLAMINGO CLUB organised an AWARENESS WEBINAR on 20th April 2021.The month of April is observed as AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH, internationally with the goal to spread awareness, promote acceptance, and ignite change. Mr. Anand Kumtha, HOD, Mathematics, Statistics & Computers, K. P. B. Hinduja College of Commerce was the Resource Person for the Eye Opening Session. He explained in detail what AUTISM is and also busted some of the Myths associated with it. The FORUM FOR AUTISM, a wide knowledge-network of parents and professionals provided support for organizing the WEBINAR which was appreciated by all the Degree & Junior College attendees.

Staff achievements

• Conference Attended: 

• Ms. Rama Ray, Ms. Andrea M. & Ms. Denise D. attended the International INFOTHON Conclave 2K21' on "RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS (IPR).

• Research Paper Published in Journals & Conferences:

• Ms. Rama Ray Presented & Published a Research Paper on “Impact Of Education For Sustainable Development On Gen Z” at One Day National Conference on Sustainable Development – A Green Approach, organised by TCSC on 6TH March 2021.

• Ms. Denise D. Published a Research Paper on “Sustainable Development through the medium of Children’s Literature.” at One Day National Conference on Sustainable Development – A Green Approach, organised by TCSC on 6TH March 2021.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

• Mr. Parth Sarvaiya [ M. SC.IT Part I]

• Won 3rd prize in Inter - Collegiate Online Book Review Competition organised by JM PATEL College on 31st March 2021.

• Published & Presented Research Paper on “Impact of COVID-19 on various Sectors and Proposed Solution for recovery through Sustainable Development Goals” at An Intercollegiate Virtual Conference for Student Researchers organised by Prahladrai Dalmia Lions College Of Commerce And Economics on 25th March 2021

• Ms. Prerna Pande [S. Y.B. COM.]

• Won 3rd Prize in Inter - Collegiate Online Book Review Competition organised by KES’ Shroff College of Arts & Commerce on 30th January, 2021.

• Presented & Published a Research Paper on “Drop in Pollution due to Lockdown – A Boon to the Nature” at One Day National Conference on Sustainable Development – A Green Approach, organised by TCSC on 6TH March 2021.

• Published a Research Paper "An overview of Corporate Expectations from students and the reality of outcomes" at Patuck-Gala College of Commerce & Management in the Research Journal "Prasuvidha" 

• Ms. Mariya Suryavanshi [S. Y.  B. COM.]  Published a Research Paper " Anticipation Of Marketable To Tutee " at Patuck-Gala College of Commerce & Management in the Research Journal "Prasuvidha" 

• Ms. Ruchi Pandey [T. Y.  B. COM.] Presented & Published a Research Paper on “Impact of Media on the Legislation of Environment Related Laws” at One Day National Conference on Sustainable Development – A Green Approach, organised by TCSC on 6TH March 2021.

• Ms. Nidhi Bhalbar [F. Y. B. COM. R] Won 1st Prize in Quiz in Be A Banker organised by Dept. of B & I, TCSC.

• Ms. Shreya Singh [F. Y. B. COM. R] Won 1st Prize in Financial Quiz in NIRVAAN organised by Nirmala College.

# Department: Law

1. International Democracy Day Quiz : 15.Sep.2020

“What is really needed to make democracy function is not knowledge of facts, but right education”. Dept of Law along with IQAC Dept organized a Quiz competition.  These is on this date, United Nations (UN) General Assembly passed a resolution in 2007 that September 15 of each year would be observed as the International Day of Democracy. Their goal for this day is to promote government’s role in maintaining open democracy among all member nations of the UN Charter and to celebrate the system of values democracy promotes, giving citizens the power to make decisions regarding all aspects of their lives. To know and get understanding of this historic date Quiz organized for participants. Total number 483 participant appeared for the quiz . 

2. Constitution Day Pledge : 26.Nov.2020

Dept of Law organized  a pledge taking exercise for  citizen of the country  which is   Constitution Day also known as 'Samvidhan Divas'. 26 November has its own importance in the history of independent India because on this day in 1949, the Constitution of India was adopted and it came into effect on 26 January, 1950. Therefore, marking the dawn of a new era. To acknowledge the contribution of the framers of the Constitution and to aggravate the people regarding the prominent values, 26 November is celebrated as the 'Constitution Day'. Reading of the Preamble to the Constitution is an important part of the celebrations and reaffirming our commitment to upholding its ideology. The response of 193 citizen received who read the pledge and took the pledge.

3. Constitution Day Quiz  : 26.Nov.2020

Dept of Law organized a Quiz to recognize the importance of the Day as Inhabitant this Country.The Constitution of India declares India a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic, assuring its citizen's justice, equality, and liberty and endeavours to promote fraternity.  

The Indian Constitution describes the fundamental political code, structure, procedures, powers, and duties of the government institutions. It also explains fundamental rights, directive principles, and the duties of citizens. India’s constitution is the longest written constitution in the world. It took around 2 years, 11 months, and 17 days to complete the Constitution. Therefore, Constitution Day of India is celebrated on 26 November to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India. Quiz was organised by department to Law know the knowledge citizen hold about this Historic day . Total 434 participants gave responses to Quiz.

4. Social Justice Day : 20.Feb.2021

On the occasion of Social justice day on Feb 20, 2021  Department of Law organized  Webinar on RTI to Swaraj  and Timely Social Justice in India. Guest Lecturer Sri Shailesh Gandhi ,noted RTI activist and Nana Palkhiwala award winner , shared his insight and Purpose of pursuing his journey in this noble cause .Eternal vigilance is the price for democracy. Through RTI, activists have been persuading the government to put most information on the website . We must get accountability from our government by using RTI. Citizen's duty does not end with voting; in fact, that's where it begins. This is 'rule of the people, by the people, for the people'. The citizens fulfil their role as the rulers of the nation by using RTI thus towards timely Justice for society. Total attendees stood at 263 for the webinar .

5. Life Journey of Women Entrepreneur: 03. Mar.2021 ( In Collaboration with WDC)

On the upcoming occasion of Women’s day ,  TCSC organized
Webinar on 3 Mar’ 21, Life Journey of Women Entrepreneur ( Women Empowerment ).The Department of Law arranged Young Women Entrepreneur Ms Ankita Shroff  from Pune .The session was attended by 193  participants .
There is no force more powerful than a woman who is determined to rise.
In a scenario where women entrepreneurs are not too visible, Ms Ankita started
SAV Chemicals Pvt Ltd which is a Professional Manufacturer of Cyanoacrylate Adhesive. The entrepreneurship road is a long and lonely one and extremely difficult as well. Having a mentor to guide and support you helps tremendously. It is important to not lose focus of your goal. She says “Focus on what you are passionate about and execute it ruthlessly”. She has been the recipient of many awards and invited to share her Journey by Start Up Grind .

6. Women Right Under Indian Law : 13.Mar.2021 

( In Collaboration with ICC)

On 13 March 2021, ICC in association with DEPARTMENT OF LAW
arranged a webinar on "WOMEN'S RIGHT UNDER INDIAN LAW” . Adv. Puneet Chaturvedi was Guest lecturer for the subject. . Shri Puneet Chaturvedi is a practicing lawyer for the last 29 years. He belongs to a family of lawyers for four generations. Sir Puneet Chaturvedi believes every right comes with a responsibility towards people’s sensitivities. He believes that people understand the fine line between honest criticism and deliberately provocative material. He discussed on gender equality in a society wherein both women and men enjoy the same opportunities, rights and obligations in different spheres of life. Equality in decision making, economic and social freedom, equal access to education and right to practice an occupation of one’s choice. In order to promote gender equality , we need to the empowerment of women, and concentrate on areas which are most crucial to her well being. Women’s empowerment, economic, social, political, is vital to growth of any nation and to protect and nurture human rights. He discussed some Constitutional rights available to women in India. Total attendees stood at 110.

7. “Lawtitude 2021”:  31.Mar.2021

Dept. of Law organized to host its annual event “Lawtitude” for the  consecutive 3nd year. This event was on the topic which is on political and moral correctness with respect of real situation Agriculture Law and New Law introduced – Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Act. This  time department organized the Event Online due to Covid:19 . The chief guest and honorable judge for the event Mr. Siddarth K ( HOD) , HDFC Financial services welcomed by host. In total , 29 students were present.

The feeling of  TV news room , Anchor and  Participants created enthusiastic atmosphere . This  made the success of the Event. The  judge appreciated the quality of matter  debated and appreciated Institution for conducting such event in  very professional way. He gave brief about his understanding about the new law, current need of time for Farmers and MSP issue.  All participant was well prepared with topics.  

# DEPARTMENT :  EVS & FC

1. Webinar :- On 19th December 2020, a Webinar cum Guest Lecture on ‘Sustainable Living’ was conducted by Mr.Sagar Vira (Environmentalist) via Zoom Platform (Online Mode).Concept, importance, myths of Sustainability, it’s crucial elements like-Reduction of Carbon & Water Footprints, Conservation of Natural Resources,6R’s of Sustainable Lifestyle i.e.-Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Replenish, Raise your Voice were explained in it. This webinar was attended by 180 Learners.

Guest Speaker-Mr. Sagar Vira (Environmentalist) Sustainability Webinar-Elements of Sustainable Living

Sustainability Webinar-Concept of Carbon Footprint   Sustainability Webinar-6R’s of Sustainability

2. Competition :- Poster Making:- In collaboration with Nature Club Association, a Poster Making Competition, based on the theme-‘Save Water & Life’, was organized on the occasion of  ‘World Wetland Day’,2nd February 2021.Learners portrayed variety of ideas like-Emphasis on tree plantation for water conservation, Prevention of Water Pollution & Techniques of Water Saving while making use of it in Day-to-Day life. Total 48 Learners participated in competition.

First Position Winner-Poster-'Save Water & Life'   First Position :- Simran Pal (FYBFM -8735)

 Second Position Winner-Poster-'Save Water & Life'

Second Position :- Himashree Vijayan (FYBSc-CS-1039)

Third Position Winner-Poster-'Save Water & Life'

Third Position :- Anubhav Pandey (FYBBI-6041)

3. One Day National Conference :- Department of Environmental Studies, Botany, & IQAC of Thakur College of Science and Commerce - TCSC [Autonomous], Kandivali, Mumbai in collaboration with the University of Mumbai had organized One - Day National Conference on “Sustainable Development: A Green Approach [NCSDGA] 2021” on Saturday, 6th March 2021. The conference was mainly supported by NABARD. The other cosponsors were Speed International India Pvt. Ltd. Chemical Manufacturing and My Green Society.

Dr. (Mrs.) Anuradha Majumdar; Dean, Faculty of Science & Technology, University of Mumbai was the Chief Guest while Ms. Tiakala AO, General Manager, Department of Economic Analysis & Research, NABARD Head Office, Mumbai was the Guest of Honour for the Inaugural Function. 

Prof. (Dr.) Praveen G. Saptarshi, Eminent Professor, Sustainability Management, Indian Institute of Coast and Management Studies & Research, Pune delivered the keynote address while Mr. Dev Balaji, Advisor & Trainer, Karnataka State Ecotourism Board and Prof. (Dr.) Moushumi Datta, Professor (Geography) & Vice Principal, NL College, Malad, Mumbai delivered invited talks.  

The session was coordinated by Dr. (Mrs.) C. T. Chakraborty, Principal; Dr. S. D. Ajagekar, Vice Principal, Faculty of Science; Dr. Nishikant Jha, Vice Principal, Faculty of Commerce; Dr.  Vijay Jadhav, Dean, Academics, Faculty of Science; Dr. Parul Singhal, Dean, Academics, Faculty of Commerce; Dr. Santosh Singh, IQAC Coordinator; Dr. Rupal Shroff, Deputy Coordinator, IQAC; Dr. C. P. Shukla; Convenor, NCSDGA; Dr. Priti Gupta, Co-Convenor, NCSDGA; Dr. Vinit Vaidya, Organizing Secretary, NCSDGA and Mr. Sushil Shinde, Coordinator, NCSDGA. It was telecasted live on YouTube Channel. The total number of viewers was about 400.

105 Full Length Papers were received for the Conference. About 363 participants across the Nation along with delegates from Kuwait, France & Ireland participated in the conference. There was presentation of about 58 research papers in 4 different tracks through online mode of presentation on Google Meet. 

Speech by Dr. Anuradha Majumdar            Speech by Dr. Praveen Saptarshi

Speech  by Mr. Dev Balaji

Presentation on Remote Sensing by Dr. Moushumi Datta

Paper presentations in Track of-Google Meet

4. Webinar :- On 9th & 10th March 2021, a Webinar cum Guest Lecture on ‘Value Education’ was conducted by Swami Ras Parayana Das (Civil Engineer & Iskcon Preacher) via Zoom Platform (Online Mode).Causes of stress & ways to handle,tackle them in life were explained.Causes of sad situation in life,concept of soul & importance of spiritual leader was conveyed.Power of time, importance of- hard work,self discipline & respect towards elders was also explained in it.  This webinar was attended by 200 Learners overall.

Concept of Soul

5. Intercollegiate Competition :- An Intercollegiate Competition, ‘Paryavaran Mitravat’ was organized on 26th March 2021, An inauguration session was carried out via- Guest lecture of  Dr. Parvish Pandya,(Consultant-Sanctuary Nature Foundation) on the theme ‘Time for Nature’,via Zoom Platform ,in online mode.An insight of India’s Biodiversity was given by displaying flora & fauna of Biogeographic Zones.Information of medicinally important plants was given.Ecological role of social insects like-Ants, Honeybees,Causes of Biodiversity Extinction, Problems of Urbanisation,Green Lifestyle & Solutions for Biodiversity extinction were explained.It was attended by 70 Participants. 

Variety of competitions like Eco-Friendly Scavenging,One Minute Talk,Photography & Short Film Making were organized. Around 53 participants participated from variety of almost 27 colleges,like- NES Ratnam,Royal,Sanskardham Kelvani,KC,Lala Lajpatrai etc. 

Guest Speaker for Inaguration-Dr. Parvish Pandya

Biogeographic Zones of India

Learners in Eco friendly Scavenging Competition

Biodiversity Slide                 Biodiversity Slide

Winner Film of Short Film Making Competition.    Green Lifestyle Guidelines

Photography Competition First Rank Photo

Eco friendly Scavenging :-

Position      Name of Learner       Name of College

First            Kajal Soni               Thakur College of Science & Commerce

Second       Sagar Agasti            Thakur College of Science & Commerce

Third          Anjali Tiwari            Royal College

One Minute Talk :-

Position      Name of Learner       Name of College

First            Bushra Khan               Royal College

Second       Anushka Kitke           B.K. Birla Thakur College 

Third          Kajal Soni                  Thakur College of Science & Commerce

Photography :-

Position      Name of Learner       Name of College

First           Aayushman Shukla      Thakur College of Science & Commerce

Second       Shifa Ansari                  Lala Lajpatrai College

Third         Yash Karpe                   Thakur College of Science & Commerce

Short Film Making :-

Position      Name of Learner       Name of College

First              Pawan Gupta              MMK College

6. Webinar :-On 10th April 2021, a Webinar cum Guest Lecture on ‘Journey from Learner to a Corporate Professional’ was conducted by a Student Alumni, Mr. Sashwat Bannick (Senior Business Consultant, Financial Service Domain at CAP GEMINI) via Zoom Platform (Online Mode).Similarities & differences between Corporate & CA Professional, Secret of success,Importance of Education & Case Study of Economic Recession of USA in 2008 were explained.73 Learners attended it.

Guest Lecturer-Mr. Sashwat Bannick

7. Webinar :-On 15th April 2021, a Webinar cum Guest Lecture on ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan- A Challenge in Covid Times’ was conducted by Mrs. Seema Redkar (Ex-MCGM- Officer on Special Duty) via Zoom Platform (Online Mode).How Covid-19 has totally changed human style of entire world was described in it.Emphasis was given on importance of cleanliness workers in  tragedic Covid Pandemic situation.Methodologies for proper disposal of mask & House Sanitization were explained.Hygienic practices to be followed in case of Covid Patients as well as Qurantine individuals & Biomedical Waste Disposal methods of- of Covid Patient Hospitals were informed.97 Learners attended it.

Guest Lecturer-Seema Redkar                   Covid-19 Warriors

Waste management Guidelines during Covid-19 Pandemic

Personal Hygiene & Health Precautions to be followed during Covid-19 Pandemic Situations

8. Competitions :-i) Essay Writing :-On  ‘World Earth Day’, 22nd April, 2021, an Essay Writing Competition was organised, via- Online Mode (Google Form Method),on the topic –‘Restore our Earth’. On  ‘World Earth Day’, 22nd April, 2021, an Essay Writing Competition was organised, via- Online Mode (Google Form Method),on the topic –‘Restore our Earth’.Learners put forward their variety of suggestions for restoring our ‘Mother Earth’, such as- Tree Plantation,Avoiding use of Plastic, Water Conservation & Education,Awareness creation amongst masses. 40 Learners participated in it.

ii) Quiz Competition :- A Quiz Competition was organized on 1st May 2021, based on the theme of- ‘Maharashtra Day & International Labour’s Day’.It was attempted by 145 Learners.