Fostering Strong Teacher-Student Bonding at Presidency University’s School of Commerce

In today's higher education landscape, the need for academic rigor and academic design is obvious and reasonable. Still, an important and often overlooked part of educational success is teacher-student relationships. At Presidency School of Commerce, building strong relationships between educators and educators has become a significant part of the impact on both personal and professional growth.

 

The Importance of Teacher-Student Bonding in Higher Education

Teacher-student bonding is defined as a mutual bond of trust, respect, sympathy and academic support. Bonding has traditionally been cited in education at the lower levels, but it is equally important to the bond in universities. For commerce students, who are preparing to enter a competitive and ever-changing set of business environments, strong mentorship and relational support from faculty can help students gain confidence and critical thinking skills, as well as overall preparation for the world of work.

 

As reflected in the Presidency School of Commerce, the idea of bonding is not an ancillary aspect to student learning - rather, it is woven into the academic fabric. Faculty act beyond their roles, not only facilitating or teaching but guiding, mentoring, and partnering in student learning.

 

Unique School of Commerce Culture

What makes the teacher-student relationship at the Presidency School of Commerce at Presidency University unique is its approach to student-centered learning. Faculty are available for individual meetings, project consultations, and career counselling outside of class times. This open-door policy reflects an authentic commitment to the success and holistic development of the students.

 

Multiple initiatives promote these types of bonding:

• Interactive educational styles with case studies, role playing exercises, and classroom interactive and group discussions allow students and teachers to participate together in collaborative learning.
• The mentorship program that assigns each faculty member to small groups of students allows for individualized guidance and monitoring of academic progress.
• The "Commerce" forums and blessed student clubs overseen by faculty advisors provides informal opportunities for faculty and students to bond around their interests, thus promoting a "relational bond".

 

These initiatives create a supportive learning environment that enables students to express their doubts, take risks, seek academic support, and recognize personal support is available to them emotionally.

 

Academic and Emotional Benefits

• The positive implications of the relationship developed between teachers and students in School of Commerce goes far beyond academic performance in the form of an examination. They report:
• A larger sense of engagement and motivations in the subjects studied
• A greater sense of confidence in communicating their ideas and contributing to academic discussions
• A heightened career orientation, supported with faculty's knowledge of industry expectations.
• A sense of belonging and emotional security on campus.

 

And empowers the next generation of commerce professionals, but it also distinguishes itself in the competitive educational arena. Reception to our practices, efforts, and outcomes has been overwhelmingly positive, as demonstrated through audience testimonials and satisfaction surveys. Making human connection the focal point of commerce education has transformed students' learning experience by humanizing the classroom.

 

Walk away from their undergraduate degrees with marketing skills; they will leave with connections to their professors, and may find themselves seeking out precisely the same opportunities - internships, placements, further study, and ultimately, any new professional activities - made either in part or entirely by their former professors.

 

As the School continues to grow in size and reputation, it remains vital to protect and promote this culture of care and connection. In doing so, the University not only equips its students with academic and professional skills but also instils in them the values of empathy, respect, and collaboration—qualities that define successful individuals in any field.

 

 

Written by,

By Mr. Chandrashekhar C.

Assistant Professor, Presidency School of Commerce