International Conference on Financial Access and Transformation

About CHRIST (Deemed to be University)

CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was born out of the educational vision of St Kuriakose Elias Chavara, an educationalist and social reformer of the nineteenth century in South India. He founded the first Catholic indigenous congregation, Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), in 1831 which administers CHRIST (Deemed to be University).

“CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was established as ‘Christ College’ in 1969. It undertook path-breaking initiatives in Indian higher education with the introduction of innovative and modern curricula, insistence on academic discipline, imparting of Holistic Education and adoption of global higher education practices with the support of creative and dedicated staff.”

The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India conferred Autonomy to Christ College in 2004 and identified it as an Institution with Potential for Excellence in 2006. In 2008 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, the Ministry of Human Resource Development of the Government of India, declared the institution a Deemed to be University, in the name and style of Christ University. One of the first institutions in India to be accredited in 1998 by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Government of India, and subsequently in 2004, 2016, 2022 CHRIST (Deemed to be University) is currently accredited with ‘A+’ Grade. The University is ranked among top 100 universities in India at 67 in the NIRF India Ranking 2023 of Ministry of Education, Government of India. The multi-disciplinary University which focuses on teaching, research and service offers Bachelor, Master and Doctoral programmes in humanities, social sciences, sciences, commerce, management, engineering, architecture, education, and law to about 30000 students. The University offers its programmes at four campus locations in Bangalore in Karnataka, at Lavasa in Pune in Maharashtra, and Ghaziabad in Delhi NCR.

The campus is a living example of harmonious multiculturalism with students from all the states and union territories and around 60 different countries. CHRIST (Deemed to be University) publishes six peer- reviewed research journals and has published more than 300 books in Kannada and English. A promoter of sports, music and literary activities, it is a nurturing ground for creative excellence.

School of Business and Management 

School of Business and Management mission is to develop a community of socially responsible, creative, enterprising leaders to operation a knowledge based, globalized and dynamic world. School of Business and Management is a young institute hosting a vibrant community of teachers and students. The School of Business and Management offers the various undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes with specialization in Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Lean Operations & Systems and Business Analytics. Every student goes through a wide spectrum of experience. Professors of management from diverse social, cultural, corporate and academic backgrounds form the pillars of the school. Collaborations with Industrial bodies and Universities abroad provide a current and global nurturing ground for the students. School of Business and Management is ranked among the Top 10 B-Schools in Bangalore and amongst the Premier 50 in India.

About ICFAT

The School of Business and Management at CHRIST (Deemed to be) University, Bangalore, is excited to announce the International Conference on Financial Access and Transformation (ICFAT), scheduled for January 23-25, 2025, at the Christ University Central Campus in Bangalore, India. This esteemed event will bring together top academicians, researchers, and practitioners to discuss and share insights on the latest developments in financial innovation, financial inclusion, and policy-making. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and contribute to the evolving discourse in finance, making it a pivotal event for anyone involved in the field.

The conference will cover a wide range of topics under various tracks and sub-themes, including financial innovation, financial inclusion, financial policy, emerging markets and economies, behavioral finance, and corporate finance. It invites original research papers and case studies that delve into areas such as FinTech, green finance, microfinance, regulatory frameworks, and investor behavior. The rigorous double-blind peer review process ensures high-quality contributions, with selected papers considered for publication in conference proceedings and partner journals. This conference promises to be an essential gathering for those looking to explore and shape the future of finance.