The BBA(FS) Program organized an insightful and interactive session on “Financial Literacy & Investor Awareness” in association with SEBI & NSE on 20th July 2026, from 12.00 noon to 01.00 p.m. in Hall no. 2. The session was conducted by resource person, Mr. Devendrra Tare, Consultant & Visiting Faculty, Dhaaraa Academics and Consultancy Services. A total of 63 students attended the session.
The program began with a formal introduction of the resource person by Ms. Subiya Sarfaraz Bepari, SY BBA(FS) student. The session commenced with an insightful introduction to financial literacy and understanding money management. The resource person actively engaged with the students, emphasizing how financial literacy serves as a gateway to long-term financial independence. To test their basic awareness, he queried the students on India’s stock exchange landscape, leading into a detailed discussion on how the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) facilitate trading across diverse financial instruments—including equities, derivatives, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and currencies.
To provide a broader regulatory context, the speaker outlined the key governing bodies overseeing India’s financial landscape, such as IRDAI for insurance, RBI for banking, and SEBI for the securities and capital markets.
A major highlight of the session was an interactive segment on Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), the power of compounding, and mutual funds. The resource person encouraged students to take an active role in family financial planning. Demonstrating practical application, he illustrated how a modest monthly SIP of ₹5,000 started today could accumulate enough funds to cover future MBA fees. Students actively engaged in SIP calculation via an online SIP calculator to project estimated returns over a period of three-year.
The speaker then highlighted the critical role of investor awareness in safeguarding personal wealth, introducing SEBI’s SMARTs (Securities Market Trainers) program. He warned against relying on unverified trading tips and detailed the protective measures SEBI enforces to secure investor capital against fraud.
Concluding the session, the resource person motivated students to attempt the SEBI Investor Awareness Test and explore career opportunities in equity research and capital markets. He provided a road map for aspiring Equity Research Analysts, highlighting pathways through an MBA in Finance, CA, CFA, or NISM certifications.
The session ended on a vibrant note with an interactive discussion round. Inspired by the insights shared, several students expressed interest in opening DEMAT accounts to begin learning market mechanics, while others felt driven to pursue professional certifications like the CFA and NISM and gained more insights from the speaker. Ms. Subiya Sarfaraz Bepari, SY BBA(FS) delivered the Vote of Thanks.
Outcome of the Activity
The session motivated students to study the market, open DEMAT accounts, and build financial independence. It deepened their understanding of SEBI’s protective role and equipped them to identify and avoid financial fraud. Furthermore, it inspired students to proactively shape their futures through professional certification programs and take concrete steps toward their career goals.
