The Department of Commerce & Management in collaboration with Alumni Engagement Cell organized an Alma Mater Series session titled “Mutual Funds: Building Your Financial Future with Smart Investments” on 20th September 2024, between 9.00 am to 10.00 am in Classroom No. F-104, which aimed to provide students with insights on building financially secure future through smart investments. The session began with the introduction of the resource person, Ms. Siddha Prabhu Bhatikar, alumni of the college and an AMFI-registered mutual fund distributor, by the compere Ms. Abigayle Rodrigues, a TY Bcom student.
Ms. Bhatikar initiated the session with a discussion on the significance of savings and investments. She threw a light on cultivating a savings and investment mindset early in life. She explained the concept of mutual funds, their operational modes, and the benefits of investing in them. He also offered valuable investor tips to students including developing diversified portfolio, goal setting, all of which will greatly aid students in the future. The resource person also shared valuable tips for investors, including the importance of building a diversified portfolio and setting clear financial goals. A total of 58 (27 male, 31 female) students engaged actively, learning how mutual funds can play a key role in stabilizing their financial future. The session concluded with Ms. Bhatikar addressing queries from the students.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Ms. Apoorva Manikyala, a TY B.Com student, while Vice-Principal (Administration) Dr. Shami Pai and Asst. Prof. Prashanti Bhamaikar coordinated the session.
Expected Outcome of the Activity:
The objective of the session was achieved because at the end of the session student were motivated to develop the habit of savings and investing in mutual funds. They gained practical knowledge on selecting suitable mutual fund schemes according to their budget and long-term financial goals, equipping them to make informed financial decisions in the future.
