Soft skills are a vital component of personal and professional development, contributing significantly to an individual’s success in various areas of life. Recognizing the importance of enhancing these skills, an add-on course on soft skills was conducted to equip participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in today’s dynamic and interconnected world. A 36-hour course on Soft Skills was organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) & the Department of Commerce of Canara College in March 2025 for III-year B.Com students of the college on the topic Communication Skills and Conflict Resolution, resourced by CA. Nagaraj Sharma.
The add-on course on soft skills was designed as an interactive and practical program. It comprised a series of modules, case studies, group activities, and discussions. The course content included the following topics:
- Effective Communication and Active Listening
- Building Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Leadership Development
- Time Management and Goal Setting
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Skills
- Fostering Creativity and Innovation
- Resume Writing
- Interview Preparation and Mock Interview
- Scavenger Hunt
The soft skills add-on course was a valuable addition, equipping participants with essential skills to complement their technical abilities.Through interactive sessions and engaging exercises, participants developed effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. The course received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with participants praising the practical approach and applicability to real-world scenarios. Throughout the course, participants engaged in hands-on exercises, role-plays, and real-life simulations to practice and reinforce the concepts learned. Expert facilitators with extensive experience in the respective soft skills domains facilitated the sessions. At the end, an examination was conducted on the course on May 30, 2025. The students have completed the course and were awarded certificates on June 2, 2025.37 students have joined and benefited from this Course.
Report by,
Mrs.Anasuya Bhagvath
Faculty, Department of Commerce.
