International Literacy Day 2026
Date: 08 September 2026
The Department of Management, School of Business and Management, Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, celebrated International Literacy Day on 8 September 2026 by organising two creative and thought-provoking competitions for all BBA students: “Design the Difference” – The Poster Challenge and “Words and Verses” – The Poetry Challenge. A total of 16 students participated in the two challenges. The events aimed to highlight the transformative power of literacy and encourage students to express their ideas through visual art and creative writing. The competitions provided a vibrant platform for students to explore literacy as a means of empowerment, inclusion, communication and social change. Through posters, students creatively represented the importance of education, reading, digital literacy and equal access to knowledge. The poetry challenge enabled participants to express their reflections and perspectives through rhythm, imagery and meaningful verses. Both activities encouraged students to connect classroom learning with contemporary social concerns while developing creativity, communication skills and critical thinking. The event also reinforced the significance of literacy in building informed, responsible and empowered individuals who can contribute positively to society.

Commemorative Day – National Productivity Day
Date: 12 February 2026
The Department of Management, Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University), celebrated National Productivity Day on 12th February 2026 with the objective of strengthening students’ understanding of productivity concepts and encouraging innovative thinking. The commemoration featured two major events: a Productivity Hackathon and a Poster Making Competition, with preliminary rounds held on 6th and 9th February and the finals on 12th February. The Hackathon enabled students to analyse real-world organizational challenges related to time management, digital workflow, employee engagement, and operational efficiency, proposing practical and technology-driven solutions. The Poster Making Competition, based on themes such as Productivity in the Digital Age, Work Smarter, Not Harder, and the Role of Management in National Productivity, showcased students’ creativity and awareness. Overall, the event enhanced analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, fostering a productivity-oriented mindset and preparing students to become innovative and responsible future managers.