The Commerce Forum of the Department of Commerce & Management hosted a vibrant and engaging celebration for International Commerce Day 2026. The gathering aimed to highlight the dynamic nature of commerce and its vital role in the modern world. The event commenced at 11:30 AM with an inspiring address by the Officiating Principal, Prof. Sanjay P. Sawant Dessai, who encouraged students to look beyond traditional paradigms. Following this, the Head of the Department of Commerce & Management, Dr Sheetal Arondekar, eloquently highlighted the significance and historical importance of International Commerce Day, setting the tone for the day’s activities.
A key highlight of the event was the official announcement of the Commerce Club leadership for the Academic Year 2026-27 by the convener of the Commerce Forum, Assistant Professor Sheryl Sanches. Nathan D’Costa (SY-B.Com) was announced as the Commerce Club Secretary, and Isha Raut Dessai (TY-B.Com) was appointed as the Co-Secretary. Following that, the Commerce Club was rebranded as Commerce Forum.
To actively engage the attendees, an interactive online quiz competition was organised using the Wayground Quiz Website, testing their knowledge on various commerce-related topics. The centerpiece of the celebration was the “Students Speak” Public Speaking Competition, centered around the thought-provoking theme, “Beyond Textbooks: Transforming Commerce Education for Industry.” The competition saw enthusiastic participation and insightful presentations from 12 participants.
The winners of the Public Speaking Competition were:
1st Place: Sama Vasudev Naik (FY-B.Com)
2nd Place: Shravani Umesh Gaude (TY-B.Com)
3rd Place: Manasvi Kesarkar (FY-B.Com)
The successful event concluded with a formal vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Seeya Naik, who expressed sincere gratitude to the dignitaries, organisers, and all the enthusiastic participants for making the celebration a grand success.
Expected Outcome of the Activity:
PO1: Enhance students’ communication and public speaking skills through active participation in competitions.
PO2: Strengthen students’ understanding and appreciation of commerce and its relevance in the contemporary business environment.
