Santipur College

About Department

1. The Commerce stream was introduced in the academic year 1965–66 as a General course. The Honours specialization in Accountancy began in 1973–74.
2. Initially courses were offered in an evening shift for working students. Later in 2003 the department merged fully with the mainstream section of the college.
3. Since 2023-24 Major and Minor course programmes initated under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 under University of Kalyani.

Objective

The Department of Commerce aims to provide quality education in commerce and business studies, nurturing students into capable professionals, entrepreneurs, and socially responsible citizens. It strives to develop analytical thinking, financial literacy, and managerial competence to meet the evolving needs of the global economy.

Mission

1. To impart commerce education that collaborate both theoretical knowledge resource as well as practical applications.
2. To prepare students for careers in the field of accounting, finance, banking, taxation, and management.
3. To develop ethical values, critical thinking, and a spirit of innovation.
4. To encourage students to pursue higher education, research, and other filed of employment.

Vision

To become a center of excellence in commerce education by promoting academic excellence, research, thereby producing globally competent and socially conscious graduates.

Purpose

1. To equip students with commerce-based knowledge for academic and professional excellence.
2. To develop an entrepreneurial mindset and problem-solving abilities.
3. To create a learning environment that promotes research, innovation, and skill development.
4. To contribute to nation-building by producing competent professionals.

Functioning

1. Courses Offered: B.Com. Major & Minor subjects (with core subjects like Accountancy, Business Law, Marketing, Financial Management, Income Tax, etc.).
2. Teaching Methods: Classroom lectures, case studies, seminars and ICT-enabled teaching.
3. Assessment: Continuous internal assessment, projects, and end-semester examinations.
4. Co-curricular Activities: Commerce quiz competitions, career counselling.
5. Faculty: Experienced and qualified teaching staff committed to student success and curriculum enrichment.

Future Plans

1. Introduce postgraduate programs (M.Com) and certification/diploma courses in finance, accounting, and digital commerce.
2. Establish an Entrepreneurship Development Cell and Placement Cell to support student careers.
3. Promote research and publication among faculty and students.
4. Develop industry-academia partnerships for internships and skill-based training.
5. Upgrade infrastructure with a dedicated Commerce Lab and digital learning resources.
6. Organize national-level seminars, workshops, and student exchange programs.

Established

1965

Courses / Programs offered
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About Departmental Library

Department has a library with limited number of donated books. Students are allowed to use these books for reading purpose. No lending facility is available.

Number of books : 43

About Laboratory

Department has a Computer lab for taking practical classes of the undergraduate Commerce students. Computer lab consists 04 (desktop personal computers) and 02 (two) printers with internet facility.

Number of laboratories : 01

Research & Publications

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Study Materials

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Alumni / Ex Staff

The Department of Commerce of Santipur College values its enduring bond with ex-students and former faculty members. We firmly believe that our alumni are a reflection of our department’s legacy and a source of pride for the institution. Their achievements in diverse fields, ranging from corporate sectors to entrepreneurship, academia, and public service, stand as testimony to the quality of education imparted here.

Former teaching members of the department, hold a special place in our hearts. Their dedication, vision, and hard work laid the foundation for the department’s academic and cultural strength. We acknowledge their contributions with gratitude and honour them.

List of Ex-Staff of the Department of Commerce

Best practices

Research Projects

1. Research projects are prepared by the students of sixth semester under CBCS and NEP under the supervision of departmental faculties.

Skill Development classes

1. Regular training on Tally ERP, GST returns, spreadsheet analysis, and entrepreneurship skills.
2. Personality development and interview preparation sessions.

Mentor–Mentee System

1. Each faculty member assigned to a group of students to provide academic, personal, and career guidance.

Continuous Internal Assessment

1. Frequent class tests, presentations, and assignments to track progress and improve performance.

Use of ICT & Blended Learning

With the application of computer knowledge with internet facility, the department adopted blending traditional classroom methods with modern e-learning tools.

Uniqueness

Legacy & Experience

1. Established in 1965–66, one of the oldest departments of Santipur College, with Honours in Accountancy introduced in 1973–74.
2. Strong alumni presence in corporate, banking, academic, and entrepreneurial sectors.

Balanced Curriculum with Practical Orientation

1. Curriculum integrates core accounting and finance with emerging areas such as GST, e-filing, digital marketing etc.

Student-Centric Teaching

1. Use of ICT-enabled classrooms, PowerPoint presentations, and online discussion forums.
2. Mentorship programme to guide students in academics, careers, and higher studies.

Friendly environment

Under a friendly environment the department offer academic as well as professional knowledge to the students.

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