The School of Commerce organized a National Seminar titled “Tax Planning for Investment Avenues” on 5 September 2026 through Google Meet. The seminar was led by Mr. Nikhil Gopalakrishnan, CEO of Pentad Securities. The session focused on the importance of making informed investment decisions while considering tax implications and long-term financial goals.

A five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on SPSS was conducted from 15 to 19 December 2025 for the faculty members of DiST, organized by the School of Commerce. The programme aimed to enhance the academic, research, and professional competencies of faculty members. Dr. Stalin A. of the School of Management, DiST, served as the resource person and conducted interactive sessions on innovative pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment techniques, and publication ethics. Hands-on workshops were organized to familiarize participants with ICT-enabled teaching, online learning platforms, and research databases.

De Paul School of Commerce (DSC) in association with IQAC, DiST conducted a National Level Faculty Development Programme on the topic “Understanding the Philosophy of Investment” from 31st October to 4th November 2022. The event featured five eminent personalities in the field of investment and finance:

• CMA CS Madhusudhanan E. P. (CDSL IPF Resource Person)
• Mr. Anandhu K Shaji (Deputy Manager, NSE India Ltd.)
• Mr. Nikhil Gopalakrishnan (CEO, Pentad Securities)
• Mr. Biju Gopinathan (State Head, Kerala, MCX)
• Mr. Padmanabhan T. V. (Senior Manager, Capstocks & Securities)

To enrich the knowledge of the faculty, the department organised a one-day Faculty Development Programme on ‘Growing Importance of Tax Education’. The sessions were handled by resource persons Mr. Aravindakshan K (Retd. LDM – Union Bank) and Mr. CA Rajeev Ramnath H (Chartered Accountant).