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The Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University, organized a Guest Talk on the topic “Intelligence: Concept, Theories and Assessment” on 17th February 2026 at the Srinivas University, Mukka Campus. The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Venkatesh S. Amin, Dean, Institute of Management and Commerce, and Prof. Joyson Prenky Cardoza, Head, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities.

The resource person for the session was Ms. Bhoomika T. S., II Year MSW student, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University. The session aimed to enhance students’ understanding of intelligence, its concept, major theories, and methods of assessment in psychology.

The resource person began the session by explaining the concept and nature of intelligence and its significance in human behaviour, learning, and overall personality development. She elaborated on how intelligence influences cognitive abilities such as reasoning, problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptation to different environments.

Further, she discussed the major theories of intelligence, including Spearman’s Two-Factor Theory, Thurstone’s Primary Mental Abilities, Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences, and Sternberg’s Triarchic Theory of Intelligence. The speaker clearly explained each theory with suitable examples to help students understand the multidimensional nature of intelligence.

The session also focused on the assessment of intelligence, where the resource person explained various intelligence tests and their applications in educational, clinical, and social work settings. She highlighted the importance of IQ tests, aptitude tests, and psychological assessments in identifying individual differences and abilities. Ethical considerations and limitations of intelligence testing were also discussed. In addition, the speaker emphasized the relevance of understanding intelligence in social work practice, counselling, education, and community interventions. Real-life examples were provided to help students relate theoretical concepts to practical situations. The session was highly informative and interactive, enabling students to gain a clear understanding of the concept, theories, and assessment of intelligence. The programme was graced by the presence of Dr. Laveena Dmello, Professor, Dr. Stutima Bassista, Assistant Professor, and Prof. Ranjith Bhat, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Srinivas University. The guest talk was organized as part of the Guest Talk Series for the academic year, and first-year MSW students actively participated in the programme. The session was well appreciated by the students as it provided valuable academic insights relevant to their course of study and professional development. The programme concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, followed by a vote of thanks. The Department expressed its sincere gratitude to the resource person and all the participants for making the session insightful and successful.

REPORT OF GUEST TALK

 

The Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University, organized a Guest Talk on the topic “Conflict – Meaning, Types, Coping Strategies, and Defence Mechanisms” on 17th February 2026 at Srinivas University, Mukka Campus. The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Venkatesh S. Amin, Dean, Institute of Management and Commerce, and Prof. Joyson Prenky Cardoza, Head, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities. The resource person for the session was Prof. Prakruti S. Shetty, Assistant Professor, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University. The session aimed to enhance students’ understanding of conflict, its types, coping strategies, and defence mechanisms in human behaviour and daily life. The resource person began the session by explaining the concept and meaning of conflict and its significance in human life, mental health, and social interaction. She elaborated on the different types of conflict, including intrapersonal, interpersonal, and group conflict, highlighting how conflicts arise due to differences in values, beliefs, needs, and expectations. Further, the speaker discussed various coping strategies used to manage conflict effectively. She emphasized the importance of emotional regulation, problem-solving skills, communication, and stress management in resolving conflicts in personal and professional settings. She also explained how healthy coping mechanisms contribute to better mental well-being and interpersonal relationships. The session also focused on defence mechanisms and their psychological importance. The resource person explained different types of defence mechanisms such as repression, denial, projection, rationalization, and displacement, and how individuals unconsciously use them to reduce anxiety and protect their ego during stressful situations. Relevant examples were provided to help students understand the practical application of these concepts in real-life situations. The session was highly informative and interactive, enabling students to connect theoretical concepts of conflict and coping with real-life experiences and professional social work practice. The programme was graced by the presence of Dr. Laveena Dmello, Professor; Dr. Stutima Bassista, Assistant Professor; and Prof. Ranjith Bhat, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Srinivas University. The guest talk was organized as part of the Guest Talk Series for the academic year, and first-year MSW students actively participated in the programme. The session was well appreciated by the students as it provided valuable academic insights into conflict management, coping strategies, and defence mechanisms relevant to their course of study. The programme concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, followed by a vote of thanks. The Department expressed its sincere gratitude to the resource person and all the participants for making the session insightful and successful.

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The Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University, organized a Guest Talk on the topic “Motivation: Classification of Motives – Motivation and Behaviour – Hierarchy of Motives – Interaction of Motives – Theories of Motivation” on 13th February 2026 at the Srinivas University, Mukka Campus.

The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Venkatesh S. Amin, Dean, Institute of Management and Commerce, and Prof. Joyson Prenky Cardoza, Head, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities. The resource person for the session was Prof. Archana S., Assistant Professor, Department of B.Com, Institute of Management and Commerce, Srinivas University.

The session aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the concept of motivation and its significance in human behaviour. The resource person elaborated on the classification of motives, including primary and secondary motives, and explained how motivation influences individual behaviour in academic, personal, and social contexts. She also discussed the hierarchy of motives with reference to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and emphasized how different levels of needs guide human actions and decision-making. Further, the speaker highlighted the interaction of motives and explained how multiple motives operate simultaneously in shaping behaviour. Various theories of motivation, such as Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory, Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory, and McClelland’s Need Theory, were discussed with suitable examples to make the concepts more comprehensible for students. The session was highly informative and interactive, enabling students to relate theoretical concepts to real-life situations. The programme was graced by the presence of Dr. Stutima Bassista, Assistant Professor, and Prof. Ranjith Bhat, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Srinivas University. The guest talk was organized as part of the Guest Talk Series for the academic year, and first-year MSW students actively participated in the programme. The session was well appreciated by the students as it provided valuable academic insights into motivation, behavioural patterns, and theoretical perspectives relevant to their course of study. The programme concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, followed by a vote of thanks. The Department expressed its sincere gratitude to the resource person and all the participants for making the session insightful and successful.