Title of the Event:“Bridge Course for B.Com First-Year Students” Topics “Business Management - UCM24102J”

Date:18.07.2025

Time:2.00 p.m To 5.30 p.m

Venue:East block Smart Room 203 & 204

Total Attendees:110

Resource Persons

• Ms. SindhuPremalatha
•  Dr. R. Mahalakshmi 
• Dr S. Dhivya
• Dr.N. Anchana
•  Dr.M.Deebika
•  Dr.P.Raju

Profile of the Speakers

Ms. SindhuPremalatha – Assistant Professor Dr. R. Mahalakshmi – Assistant Professor Dr S. Dhivya – Assistant Professor

Dr.N. Anchana – Assistant Professor Dr.M.Deebika – Assistant Professor Dr.P.Raju – Assistant Professor

Event Mode:Off line

Incharges:

Convenor:Dr. J. Kumar – Associate Professor & Head, Department of Commerce

Coordinators:

Dr.S.Mani – Assistant Professor Dr. J. Kumar – Associate Professor Dr.P.Raju – Assistant Professor

Objective of the Event

The Bridge Course was organized for first-year B.Com students with the objective of providing a foundational understanding of Managerial Economics (UEY24104J). The course aimed to bridge the knowledge gap and ease the transition into core subject areas; ensuring students e well-preparedtocomprehend complex economic concepts and their applications in the business environment.

RESOURCE PERSONS:

Ms. SindhuPremalatha – Assistant Professor Dr. R. Mahalakshmi – Assistant Professor Dr. S. Dhivya – Assistant Professor

Dr. N. Anchana – Assistant Professor Dr. M.Deebika – Assistant Professor Dr. P.Raju – Assistant Professor

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT

Dr. S. Mani Assistant Professor, welcomed the Resource Persons and The event featured a series of expert-led sessions delivered by experienced faculty members, covering various key aspects of managerial economics. Each session was designed to provide conceptual clarity and practical relevance to students.

Overview of Sessions & Speakers:

1. Ms. Sindhu Premalatha – Assistant Professor

Topic: Effective Decision Making & Strategy Approach

Time: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Ms. SindhuPremalatha kickstarted the program with a session focused on the strategic approaches to decision-making. She explained the role of economic tools and rational thinking in managerial decision-making. Her session emphasized analytical models like SWOT and decision trees used in strategic business contexts.

2. Dr. R. Mahalakshmi – Assistant Professor Topic: Business and Economic Environment Time: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Dr. Mahalakshmi provided an in-depth look at the external business environment, highlighting economic indicators, government policies, and global influences. She helped students understand the importance of adapting business strategies to shifting economic conditions.

3. Dr. S. Dhivya – Assistant Professor

Topic: Fundamental Economics: Decision Making and Cost-Benefit Analysis

Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Dr. Dhivya’s session delved into the basics of economic reasoning, cost-benefit analysis, and opportunity cost. Her engaging examples gave students clarity on how economic logic is applied to everyday business decisions.

4. Dr. N. Anchana – Assistant Professor Topic: Basic Economic Problems Time: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Dr. Anchana discussed the fundamental economic problems of scarcity, choice, and allocation. Her presentation drew connections between classical economic problems and contemporary business practices.

5. Dr. M. Deebika – Assistant Professor

Topic: Business Decision-Making through Economic Analysis

Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Dr. Deebika focused on demand analysis, cost structures, and pricing strategies. Her session demonstrated how businesses use economic principles to drive profitability and sustainability.

6. Dr. P. Raju – Assistant Professor

Topic: Recent Trends in Managerial Economics

Time: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Dr. Raju concluded the event with a forward-looking session on current and emerging trends in the field, including digital transformation, behavioral economics, and AI in business decision-making.

TARGET AUDIENCE

The program was attended by all first-year undergraduate students of the Commerce Department, who displayed keen interest and active participation throughout the sessions.

CONCLUSION

The Bridge Course successfully achieved its goal of preparing students with essential knowledge in Managerial Economics. The sessions were well-structured, informative, and engaging. Feedback from students indicated that the program was valuable in laying a strong academic foundation as they embark on their B.Com journey.

VOTE OF THANKS

Dr. P. Raju Assistant Professor coordinated the interactive session that followed the speaker's address. The session concluded with a vote of thanks, and positive feedback was received from the students, making the event a successful and knowledge-sharing sessions that ignite curiosity and foster academic excellence among our students.

LINK SHARING:

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OUTCOME OF THE PROGRAM:
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