Commerce

Department of PG Studies and Research in Commerce

The Department of Commerce, established in 2008, is recognized as a research center under Mangalore University and is supported by two accredited research guides. The department offers specialized Master of Commerce (M.Com) programs, including M.Com and M.Com in Insurance and Bank Management. A compulsory internship at the end of the first year equips students with valuable practical experience. In their second year, students can choose to specialize in Finance or Human Resource Management. The M.Com (Insurance and Bank Management) program culminates in a research-oriented dissertation during the fourth semester.
To enhance academic engagement, the department conducts weekly seminars and student fora that develop communication skills and subject knowledge. Additionally, field visits provide essential real-world exposure. Students actively organize national-level conferences and are encouraged to participate in various academic fests, further enriching their educational experience. The department also facilitates guest lectures, training programs, and workshops designed to enhance students’ skills and prepare them for successful placements in reputable organizations.

Highlights of the Department

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: The department offers specialized M.Com programs with options in Finance and Human Resource Management, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to their career aspirations.
  • Engagement and Development: Weekly seminars, student fora, and national-level conferences promote active learning, improve communication skills, and encourage leadership among students.
  • Practical Experience: A compulsory internship program provides students with valuable real-world experience, enhancing their employability and practical skills.
  • Supportive Learning Environment: The department organizes guest lectures, workshops, and training programs that not only build students’ personalities and skill sets but also facilitate successful placements in reputable companies.
  • Research Recognition: Established as a research center under Mangalore University, the department is supported by two accredited research guides, fostering a strong academic environment.

Elective subjects offered by the department

Sl. No. Semester Title of the elective papers
1 II CMOE 551     ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT
2 CMOE 552      BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
3 CMOE 553      E-COMMERCE & DIGITAL MARKETING
4 II (IBM) IBOE 551        PERSONAL FINANCE AND INVESTMENT
5 IBOE 552 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT
6 IBOE 553 INTRODUCTION TO INSURANCE
7 III CMOE 601      ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT AND STARTUPS
8 CMOE 602      ETHICS IN BUSINESS
9 CMOE 603      HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
10 III (IBM) IBOE 601 BANKING PRACTICES
11 IBOE 602 SERVICE MARKETING
12 IBOE 603 PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Value added Course

  1. Goods and Services Tax

  2. Teaching Methodology

Did You Know ?

"Commerce education was started in the year 1886 by establishing a commercial institute by the Government of Madras".

Association & Activities

The Department of Post Graduate Studies in Commerce organizes various student development activities through the student Fora “Master’s Passion”. The Master’s Passion consists of student representatives, whose responsibility is to organize, co-ordinate and execute the various activities which sets a platform for the students to exhibit their talents, develop their skills with respect to confidence, leadership, enhanced inter personal relationships, better decision making and also personal and professional ethics required for their career development.

Activities organised under Master’s Passion-

  • Guest Lectures from expertise on challenging business scenarios.
  • National Conference
  • Micro-lab orientation by Rudseti.
  • Industrial and Field visits.
  • Coaching for competitive exams.
  • Current affairs and value talk.
  • Alumni interaction.
  • Research promotion through student paper presentations.
  • Workshops on Entrepreneurial development and soft skills.
  • Seminars and article reviews.
  • Career guidance program.
  • Case analysis, role plays, brainstorming and other business games.
  • Intra-departmental competitions.
  • Study circle.
  • Virtual classes.
  • YouTube lectures and Ted Talks.
  • Encouraging students to enroll and pursue MOOC (online courses).
  • Student summer internship program.
  • Court Visits.
  • Organising Mock interviews.
  • Intercollegiate Management fests.
  • Certificate course on GST.
  • Extension programs.

Community Orientation

Community Orientation

The Department of Commerce is committed to community-oriented activities through its student association, “Masters’ Passion.” This initiative involves various outreach programs, including extension activities in local schools, where students conduct educational sessions on topics like hygiene, health, and environmental awareness. The department also organizes workshops and seminars to address community needs, empowering students to share their knowledge and skills. These efforts not only enhance the educational experience but also strengthen the department’s connection with the community.

  • Awareness program on financial products and services.
  • Interaction with Self-Help Group members on rural financial inclusion.
  • Self-Awareness program for school students.
  • Demat and passport campaign.
  • Awareness program on Dengue in Anganawadi’s.
  • Say no to plastic- awareness program.

Research Output

Research Output

Minor Research Projects- 4

  • Udayachandra P.N has successfully completed the project on “Diagnostic Study on Entrepreneurial capital with special reference to Dakshina Kannada”.
  • Suresh Babu K.N has successfully completed the project on, “Non-Performing Asset Management in Co- operative Societies with special reference to BPCARD” under UGC grant Rs. 80,000 during the period 2012 –2014.
  • Priyakumari S.V has successfully completed the project on, “A Comparative Study of SHGs Organized and Promoted by SKDRDP and Kudumbashree in Dakshina Kannada District and Kollam District, Towards Empowerment of Rural Women. Funded by UGC 90,000 MAY-JUNE 2015
  • Chidananda H.L has successfully completed the project on, “Evaluation of Training and Development Practices of selected N.G.O’s in Micro Finance Sector- with special reference to Karnataka” Order no- MRP (H)-0846/13- 14/KAMA009/ UGC-SWRO Date of approval- 15-Feb- 2014 Amount sanctioned- Rs 60000

 

Publications-50

Publication

2025-26

  • Masuda, Rural consumers’ awareness towards consumer rights: a study with special reference to Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. International Journal of Global Research Innovation and Technology. 2025 Jul-Sep;3(3): p. 7-11. ISSN: 2583-8717.

2024-25

  • Priya Kumari, SV. Financial Literacy among Students -A Study of Financial Knowledge and Behaviour. International Journal of Cultural Studies and Social Sciences. 2024;20(2):64–8.
  • Priya Kumari, SV. Empowering Women, Strengthening Communities: Financial Literacy Among Rural Muslim Women In Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. International Journal of Advanced Research in Commerce, Management & Social Science (IJARCMSS). 2024 Jul-Sep;7(3):92–100.
  • Priya Kumari, SV. A Study on effectiveness of RUDSETI towards Sustainable Development of Women in Southern Region of Karnataka. Humanities and Social Sciences Studies. 2024;13(1):8–13.
  • Shetty HK N, Mamatha K. Impact of Mobile Banking Applications on Customer Behavior. Int J Cultural Stud Soc Sci. 2024;20(2):06. ISSN: 2347-4777.
  • Shetty HK N. Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on the Indian Telecom Sector: An Analysis. ComFin Res, Shanlax J. 2024;12(2):63–69. E-ISSN: 2582-6190.
  • Shetty HK N. Impact of social media marketing on consumer behaviour: A comparative study of traditional marketing channels and digital platforms. BOHR Int J Adv Manag Res. 2024;3(1):6–11. ISSN: 2583-6943.
  • Shetty HK N. Transformative Journey of GST in Karnataka – A Comparative Analysis of the Past Five Years. AIMS J Res. 2024;18(2):63–70. ISSN: 2321-8487.
  • Shetty HK N. Sustainable Education in Digital Era: Promoting Digital Literacy Among Students. J Asiatic Soc Mumbai. 2024;97(7). ISSN: 0972-0766.
  • Shetty HK N. Performance Analysis of Private Sector Banks in India – A Study. PARIPEX – Indian J Res. 2024;11(9):18–21. ISSN: 2250-1991.
  • Shetty HK N. Financial Statement Analysis of Ten Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Companies in India. Int J Creative Res Thoughts. 2024;10(5):695–704. ISSN: 2320-2882.
  • Shetty HK N, Masuda. Customer Engagement Towards E-Banking – A Study with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada. In: Conference Proceedings, Jayvee Digital Publishing. 2024;229–240. ISBN: 978-93-953330-1-6.
  • Masuda, Empowering women, strengthening communities: financial literacy among rural Muslim women in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. International Journal of Advanced Research in Commerce, Management & Social Science (IJARCMSS). 2024;7(3-II): July–Sept. ISSN: 2581-7930. Impact Factor: 6.986.
  • Masuda, Financial literacy among students – a study of financial knowledge and behaviour. International Journal of Cultural Studies and Social Sciences. 2024;20(2):06. ISSN: 2347-4777. Impact Factor: 7.138. Double-blind, peer-reviewed, refereed, and open access; UGC CARE listed.
  • Masuda, Customer engagement towards e-banking – a study with special reference to Dakshina Kannada. In: Conference Proceedings. Jayvee Digital Publishing; p. 229–240. ISBN: 978-93-953330-1-6

 

 

2023-24

  • Priya Kumari, SV. A Study on Effectiveness of Financial Literacy Programmes towards Women Empowerment. Harvest: An International Multidisciplinary and Multilingual Research Journal. 2023;3(8):6–16.
  • Priya Kumari, SV. Financial Literacy Among Youngsters: A Study with Special Reference to Belthangady Taluk. EPRA International Journal of Economic and Business Review-Peer Reviewed Journal. 2023;11(8).
  • Priya Kumari, SV. An Exploratory Study on Impact Of Self Help Group (SHG) On Economic Empowerment Of Rural Women. International Journal of Advanced Research in Commerce, Management & Social Science (IJARCMSS). 2023;6(3):24–32.
  • Suresh Babu KN. A study on investors’ perception towards mutual funds with reference to DK District, Karnataka. Int J Econ Bus Rev. 2023;11(2):80–85. ISSN: 2349-0187.
  • Suresh Babu KN. Movement of NPA in public sector banks. Int J Res Anal Rev. 2023;10(1):795–801. ISSN: 2348-1269.

2022-23

  • Priya Kumari, SV. Women Economic Empowerment Through Capacity-Building Training Programmes: A Study with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada District. ANVESAK. 2022;52(8):129–39.
  • Priya Kumari, SV, Kumari S. Role of Skill Enhancement Training Programmes for Rural Women Empowerment: A Study With Reference To SKDRDP In Belthangady Taluk. Dogo Rangsang Research Journal. 2022;13(8):36–43.
  • Priya Kumari, SV, Supriya SP. Role of Rudseti in Self-Employment Creation Among Rural Women: A Comparative Research with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada and Chikmagalur Districts. SHODHASAMHITA. 2022;9(8):82–102.
  • Priya Kumari, SV, Supriya SP. Impact of Online Education During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Study With Multidimensional Perception. Journal Of Education: Rabindra Bharati University. 2022;24(1):17–23.

2019-20

  • Priya Kumari, S.V. & Karthik (2019). Microfinance and Women Empowerment: A Comparative Study on Impact of Self Help Group in Select District of Kerala and Karnataka, International Journal For Research in Engineering Application and Management, 4(12), 306-311
  • Muruganandan S (2020)  Testing the Profitability of Technical Trading Rules across Market Cycles: Evidence from India, Colombo Business Journal: International Journal of Theory & Practice, Vol.11, No1, 24-46
  • Maheshbabu, N., & Madhushree, S. (2020). Mental Alertness, Self-esteem and Emotional Intelligence of Underprivileged Students: A Remedial Intervention Program. Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, 33(3), 15-19. https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2020/v33i330205

2018-19

  • Chidananda, H. L., & Udayachandra, P. N. (2018). Relationship of Training Design and use of Transfer Strategy with Transfer of Training. International Journal of Management Studies, V(4(4)), 32–37. https://doi.org/10.18843/ijms/v5i4(4)/04
  • Chidananda H. L., & Udayachandra, P. N. (2018). Relationship between Trainee Characteristics and Transfer of Training, International Journal for Research in Engineering Application & Management, 04 (09), 370–374.
  • Suresh Babu KN (2018). A Study on green banking an initiative for sustainable development with special reference to Belthangady Taluk, DK District, International Journal of Exclusive Management Research,8(2), 217-222,
  • Suresh Babu KN (2018). Impact of Natural Disasters on Common man – A case study of Coorg District, International Journal of Economics,      6(1), 14-19,
  • Madhushree. S (2018). Retailers’ Perception towards Local Soft Drinks against MNCs Soft Drinks with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada (D), Karnataka, Shodha, 8 (1), 153-168.

2017-18

  • Priyakumari, S, V., & Karthik (2017). Microfinance through Neighborhood Group-Empowerment Mantra for the Sustainable Development, Journal of Advanced Research In Dynamical & Control Systems, Management, 05, 409-413.
  • Priyakumari, S,V., & Karthik (2017). Impact of Self Help Group in Economic Empowerment of Rural Women-A Study, Journal of Advanced Research In Dynamical & Control Systems, Management 7, 56-61.
  • Rakesh.T.S , Madhushree.S& PriyaKumari SV (2017, Nov),“A study on financial literacy among young graduates in Belthangady Taluk”, Dr. N.R. Parasuraman & Dr. Venkatraja B, 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends(pp.1-8), SDM Research Center for Management Studies, SDMIMD, Mysore.
  • Rakesh.T.S , Madhushree.S& PriyaKumari SV (2017, Nov),“ A Study on Effects of Demonetization on Retailers In Belthangady Taluk”, Dr. N.R. Parasuraman & Dr. Venkatraja B, 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends(pp.1-7), SDM Research Center for Management Studies, SDMIMD, Mysore.
  • Muruganandan, S., Vijayakumar, N. & Dharani, M. (2017). Impact of US Stock Market and Oil Price on BRIC Stock Markets and Their Interdependency, Journal of Contemporary Research in Management, 12(4), 75-87.
  • Muruganandan, S., Santhi, V. & Arunkumar, J. (2017), Calendar Anomalies: Before and After the Global Financial Crisis in Emerging BRIC Stock Markets, HuSS: International Journal of Research in Humanities & Social Sciences, 4(1), 26–30.
  • Muruganandan S. (2017). Week End Effect: Evidence from Indian Stock Market, ABBS Management Business and Entrepreneurship Review, 8(1), 19-29.
  • Suresh, B. K. N. (2017). Trend and magnitude of NPA in Cooperative Bank, International Journal of Research in Commerce, Economics and Management, 07(7), 61-65.
  • Rakesh.T.S& Madhushree. S (2017). Consumer Perception and Satisfaction towards Internet Banking and Mobile Banking with Reference to Nationalized Banks in Rural India, International Journal of Asian Business and Information Management, 8(4), 29-40.
  • Rakesh.T.S , Madhushree.S& Priya Kumari SV (2017, Nov),“A study on financial literacy among young graduates in Belthangady Taluk”, Dr. N.R. Parasuraman & Dr. Venkatraja B, 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends(pp. 1-8), SDM Research Center for Management Studies,, SDMIMD, Mysore.
  • Rakesh.T.S , Madhushree.S& Priya Kumari SV (2017, Nov),“ A Study on Effects of Demonetization on Retailers In Belthangady Taluk”, Dr. N.R. Parasuraman & Dr. Venkatraja B, 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends(pp.1-7), SDM Research Center for Management Studies, SDMIMD, Mysore.
  • Ashoka M L, Rakesh.T.S& Madhushree.S (2017, Feb), “A Study on Domestic Soft Drinks Manufacturing Entrepreneurs in Selected District of Karnataka”, SasiMisra, Sunil Shukla & Ganapathi Batthini, Twelfth Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship(Vol 2, 1025-1033,), EDII & Bookwell publishing – Delhi.

2016-17

  • Muruganandan, S., Vijayakumar, N. & Padmasani (2016). Performance Persistence of Indian Fund of Mutual Funds, Finance India, 30(3), 883-908.
  • Dharani M., Vijayakumar, N & Muruganandan, S. (2016). A Study on the Relationship Between Price and Net Asset Value of the Exchange Traded Funds in India, Smart Journal of Business Management Studies, 12(2), 31-40, DOI : 10.5958/2321-2012.2016.00011.7.
  • Suresh Babu KN (2016). Management of Non-performing Asset in selected Co-operative Bank with special reference to DK District, Karnataka, India. International Journal of Commerce, Business and Management , 5(1), 40-44,
  • Suresh Babu, K.N. (2016). Non-performing Asset Management in cooperative societies with special reference to BPCARD, International Journal of Research in Commerce , Economics and Management, 2 No.3,PP 202-207,
  • Ashoka M L, Rakesh. T.S. & Madhushree.S (2016, Oct). Consumer Perception towards Domestic Soft Drinks in Belthangady Taluk, D.K (D), Dr. H. Gayathri, Prof. Jayakrishnan S , Prof. R Sugant& Dr. M.R. Suresh, Second Annual Conference on Emerging Trends in Marketing(pp. 1-8), SDM Research Center for Management Studies, SDMIMD, Mysore.
  • Ashoka M L, Rakesh.T.S& Madhushree.S (2016, Nov), “Investors Perception towards Stock market with Special reference to Dakshina Kannada (D)”, Dr. N.R. Parasuraman & Dr. Venkatraja B, 2nd International Conference on Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development(pp. 1-11), SDM Research Center for Management Studies, SDMIMD, Mysore.

2015-16

  • Vijayakumar N., Dharani M & Muruganandan S (2015). Impact of Weather on Return and Volatility: Evidence from Indian Stock Market, International Journal of Financial Management,5(2), 44-51.
  • Muruganandan S. (2015). A Comparative Study on Financial Strength of Tata Steel Ltd and SAIL, The Management Accountant, Vol. 50, No. 8, pp.72-75.
  • Madhushree.S (2015). Consumers Perception towards Online Shopping With Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada(D), International Journal of Online Marketing, 5(3), 38-46, DOI: 10.4018/IJOM.2015070103.
  • Madhushree. S (2015). Opportunities and Challenges Faced By Domestic Packaged Drinking Water Manufacturing Entrepreneurs in Mysore District, Karnataka, Indian Journal of Applied Research, 5(3),00-00.
  • Madhushree. S (2015). Impact of Microfinance in Belthangady Taluk – A Case Study on SKDRDP, International Journal of Research in Finance and Marketing, 5(3), 00-00
  • Rakesh.T.S, Suma V & Madhushree.S (2017, Oct), “A Conceptual study on Human Capital move from BPO to KPO in India”, Department of Commerce & IQAC(Eds), National level Seminar on Contemporary Research Issues in Business and Management(pp. 17-22), Mangalore Academy of Professional Studies (MAPS College)-Mangalore.
  • PriyaKumari S.V & Asha V (2014). Women Empowerment through Microfinance – A Study of SKDRDP in Belthangady Taluk, Vijayakumar D& Nagendra (Eds.). Role of microfinance in sustainable social development(82-87),ChannankeshvaPrakashana.
  • PriyaKumariS.V.,Narasimha Nayak & Mohammad Masood M (2014),Green Marketing in India-An overview,Dejamma A & Seema Prabhu S.,(eds.),The Green Umbrella:Green Business Opportunities(pp 65-67)CFGC,Mangalore.
  • Muruganandan, S. & Sivaprasad (2013). Performance persistence of Indian fund of mutual funds: With special reference to bull and bear market. ISOR Journal of Economics and Finance, 36(2), 18-27.
  • Suresh Babu KN& Dr. PN Udayachandra (2014),“The role of self -help groups in economic empowerment of rural women – A case study of BelthangadyTq”. With reference to SKDRDP,Dr.TT Devasia (Eds.) Explorations Vol: 4 Issue2.1, p-p 250-256, ISSN 22229-4783. Prakash Publications,

2013-4

  • PriyaKumari S.V & Asha V (2013),The ethical dimension of microfinance,Yashovarma B & Udayachandran P.N(Eds.), Contemporary Issues in Ethics, Governance and IFRS((162-165), United Publications.
  • PN Udayachandra & Suresh Babu KN (2013)“IFRS Implementation in India- Issues and Challenges” , Yashovarma B & Udayachandran P.N(Eds.), Contemporary Issues in Ethics, Governance and IFRS((468-472), United Publications
  • Suresh Babu KN, (2013),IFRS Implementation in India: Opportunities and Challenges in India,Dr. Seetharama Mayya, BV Raghunandan and Dr. Panduranga Nayak (Eds), International Financial Reporting Standards and Extensible Business Reporting Language,(61-68) Dept of Commerce and Management
  • Suresh Babu KN (2013), “Comparative study on Customer perception towards Super markets and Kirana shops with special reference to Ujire”Dr. Paramashivyya& Dr. Sudharshan Reddy(Eds),Indian Retail prospects and challenges,(242-246,) Himalaya Publications,

2012-13

  • Chidananda, H. L., Udayachandra, P. N., & Devaraja, T. S. (2012). BC model for inclusive growth-study on performance of SKDRDP. International Journal of Social Science and Interdisciplinary Research, 1(10), 254-262.
  • Padmasani., Muruganandan, S. & S. Vidhya (2012). Determinants of Capital Structure: A case Study on Selected CNX Sectoral Indices, ENQUETER: a Research Journal on Management, 2 (1), 8-13.
  • Vijayakumar. N., Muruganandan. S., & Chandra Sekhara Rao. K (2012). Relationship between Fund Performance and Fund Characteristics: Evidence from India, The IUP Journal of Applied Finance, 18(2), 5-18.
  • Padmasani., S,Muruganandan, S., & Yazhini, M. (2012). A case study on attitude of rural and urban customers of khadi products. Asian Journal of Research in Business Economics and Management, 2(9), 231-242.
  • Padmasani& S. Muruganandan (2012). An Analysis of Ups and Downs in the Return of IT Sector Scrip’s- With Special Reference to the Period of Sub-prime Financial Crisis. Journal of Commerce and Management Research, 2(5), 30-39.

2011-12

  • Padmasani., S. Muruganandan& M. Yazhini (2011). Rural Consumers’ Attitude towards Khadi Products, The Journal of Management and Science, 1(2), 14-23.
  • Padmasani& S. Muruganandan (2011). A study on application of market power trade credit theory, International Journal of Business Economics and Management Research, 2(3), 12-21

2010-11

  • Muruganandan, S., Sengottuvel, E. P. & Malabika Deo (2010). Prospects of Fund of Mutual Funds (FOFs) in India. Journal of Management Trends, 7(2), 97-103.

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