Department of Corporate Secretaryship

Established in 1988, the Department of Corporate Secretaryship at Pachaiyappa’s College offers a three-year undergraduate programme affiliated with the University of Madras. The department is committed to providing quality education while promoting employability skills, particularly among students from socially disadvantaged backgrounds. It is supported by a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members with expertise in corporate secretaryship, commerce, and management. Faculty members actively contribute to academia as members of Boards of Studies, external examiners, and resource persons. The department focuses on holistic student development through a curriculum that includes value-based education, corporate governance and ethics, business communication, environmental studies, and skill-oriented training such as time management, internships, and placement support.

The department has consistently achieved excellent academic results, including a 100% pass percentage in recent academic years. Faculty members are actively engaged in research through publications and paper presentations, while students regularly participate in competitions and achieve notable success. The department aims to strengthen industry collaboration through strategic partnerships and plans to introduce innovative programmes, including online and certificate courses. It also focuses on enhancing digital infrastructure to support modern learning environments. Establishing a strong alumni network and upgrading the department to offer postgraduate and research programmes remain key future goals.

Courses Offered:

B.Com. Corporate Secretaryship