The Post Graduate Department of Commerce at Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain First Grade College, Robertsonpet, KGF, organized a two-day workshop titled “SPSS, Excel, and R-Programming” on 22nd and 23rd May 2025.
The event was approved by AICTE, affiliated to Bengaluru North University, and accredited by NAAC. This skill-based training program ran from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day, offering hands-on learning in data analysis tools. It was conducted in collaboration with Central Depository Service Indian Ltd., with sponsorship from the One Day Young Investor’s Programme. Srikanth Reddy, Associate Manager, was the designated resource support for the event. The workshop focused on practical applications in statistical data analysis using SPSS, Excel, and R. Key areas included collection and tabulation of data, measures of central tendency, dispersion, and frequency distribution.
It also covered types of statistical techniques, scales of measurement, and data visualization. Advanced topics like inferential statistics, factor analysis, and reliability analysis were also discussed. The two main resource persons were Dr. G. Kumarapandiyan from VIT, Chennai, and C. Arun Kumar, an analytics expert from Chennai. Sri Mahender Kumar Munoth, Managing Trustee, and Dr. Rekha Sethi, Principal of SBMJC KGF, served as patrons for the program.
The workshop was convened by Dr. J. Anthony Gruze Thangaraj, Head of the PG Department of Commerce. The organizing team included Ms. Shamala S, Assistant Professor, and Mr. Mayur Wedeyar. The workshop was open to only 80 participants, ensuring personalized attention and interaction. The registration fee was ₹250, which covered food, refreshments, and training materials.
Participants engaged in live data exercises and real-time problem-solving using the three tools. The workshop enhanced the analytical skills of faculty, researchers, and students in applied
statistics. It was an excellent platform for building expertise in statistical software essential for research and business. The program was well received and praised for its structured curriculum and expert-led sessions. Participants received e-certificates upon completion, marking their successful upskilling journey.
