Rishi Bankim Chandra Evening College

Teachers' Profile

About the Department

The city of Kolkata and its suburbs reflect a strong film culture, involving not only filmmaking but also discussion of and writing on the subject of cinema for several decades. The late Satyajit Ray had proposed the study of cinema as an academic discipline in 1980. Calcutta University introduced it with an undergraduate curriculum in 1995. The discipline with its triple focus on production, transmission and reception strategies appealed to the students and academic administration equally. Thus Rishi Bankim Chandra Evening College with its good support base, a few very enthusiastic ‘cine-aestes’, strong local cultural and intellectual tradition provided the right kind of ambience for study of such a frontier discipline. 

Guest lecturers and professionals from reputed institutions, organizations visit & interact with the students. Students have participated extensively in national and international social, wild life and documentary film festivals by contributing films made by them and often with rewards like the  e-bioscope at Bongflix.com online festival and Kolkata Film Festival . They have visited studios like the Roopkala Kendro helping them widen their professional perspectives. The dept. regularly collaborates with an editing studio to edit their short films.  In addition, short term enrichment courses like workshops in ‘Digital Image practices and Darkroom Processes’ have been conducted. The department has maintained a balance of academic performance with achievements in skill and technique.

We, as citizens and more as Netizens today, have progressed into a world of digital audio-visual culture, and have fully equipped ourselves with audio visual resources. As teachers and resource persons, we are often  generating audio visual resources as e-learning materials and teaching the teachers and resource providers of future to develop contents. Film studies teaches us to read visual culture in all its nuances, as also speak the dominant creative language of this century.

The course modules of Film Studies help to

• explore the history of cinema in its global breadth, from documentary to experimental and narrative.
• develop an understanding of film’s aesthetic in relation to culture, politics and society
• to emerge as better media producers, filmmakers
• to develop a keen sense of understanding of the components of the art and production skills
• to understand the industry and its paradigms and practices

The students of the 2nd, 4th and 6th semesters have story-boarded and scripted narratives graphically & designed innovative cinematography, sound and lighting styles as part of their practical work and eventually were referred to online resources on cinematography and other components.

The students have used the mobile as well as movie cameras to make short videos, having first acquired the theoretical knowledge of professional cinematography, sound design and content development. Short documentary and informative films by the students on social / moral issues as renditions of contemporary issues even in the midst of pandemic as practical work has been keeping interest in the subject high.

About the Department

The Postgraduate (PG) Department of Commerce, Rishi Bankim Chandra Evening College, Naihati, initiated its journey in 2016 under the affiliation of West Bengal State University.

Objectives:

The primary objectives of the PG Department are to impart comprehensive knowledge in various aspects of commerce and business studies, foster analytical and research skills, and prepare students for leadership roles in the corporate world. The department aims to blend theoretical learning with practical insights, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to tackle real-world challenges.

Faculties:

The department boasts a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members, each bringing a wealth of knowledge from diverse areas of commerce, including finance, accounting, marketing, and management. The faculty members are committed to delivering high-quality education, mentoring students, and facilitating their academic and professional growth through innovative teaching methods and industry interaction.

Career Options:

Graduates of the PG Department are well-prepared for a wide range of career opportunities. They can pursue roles in financial analysis, accounting, marketing management, human resources, and consultancy. Additionally, the program equips students with the skills necessary for pursuing professional certifications and higher studies, including MPhil and PhD programs.

Students' Progression:

The department takes pride in its students' progression, with many successfully securing positions in reputed firms, multinational corporations, and government organizations. The department also emphasizes continuous improvement and career development, organizing workshops, seminars, and placement drives to support students in their career aspirations.

Overall, the PG Department of Commerce at Rishi Bankim Chandra Evening College is dedicated to nurturing competent professionals ready to excel in the dynamic world of commerce.