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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No. NAAC Steering Committee 01 Preface 02 Principal‟s Message 03 Executive Summary and SWOC Analysis 04-08 Self-Study Report Part-I: INSTITUTIONAL DATA Profile of the Institution 09-17 Criterion-wise analytical report 1 Criterion I: Curricular Aspects 18-30 2 Criterion II: Teaching-Learning and Evaluation 31-67 3 Criterion III: Research, Consultancy and Extension 68-105 4 Criterion IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources 106-125 5 Criterion V: Student Support and Progression 126-149 6 Criterion VI: Governance, Leadership and Management 150-168 7 Criterion VII: Innovations and Best Practices 169-176 Inputs from the Departments (Programme-wise) 177 Bachelor of Arts 1 Department of Economics 178-186 2 Department of Hindi 187-194 3 Department of History 195-200 4 Department of Political Science 201-206 5 Department of Mass Media 207-213 Bachelor of Science 214 6 Department of Botany 215-221 7 Department of Chemistry 222-229 8 Department of Physics 230-237 9 Department of Mathematics 238-243 10 Department of Information Technology 244-249
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Bachelor of Commerce 250 11 Department of Accountancy 251-256 12 Department of Business Communication 257-262 13 Department of Business Law 263-268 14 Department of Commerce 269-276 15 Department of Environmental Studies 277-283 16 Department of Banking and Insurance 284-289 17 Department of Accounting and Finance 290-296 18 Department of Management Studies 297-302 19 Department of Foundation Course 303-308 Post Graduate Programme 20 Post graduate Department of Accountancy 309-313 21 Presentation of Best Practice 314-317 22 Post-accreditation Initiatives 318-319 23 Abbreviations 320 Annexure 1- University Affiliation certificate 322 Annexure 2- Minority certificate 323 Annexure 3-UGC 2f 12B letter 324 Annexure 4- ISO Certificate 325 Annexure 5- Approval of courses 326 Annexure 6- List of orientation / refresher courses 327 Annexure 7- List of research projects 328 Annexure 8-List of syllabus revision 329 Annexure 9- Master Plan of the college 330-333 Certificate of Compliance from the Principal 334 Declaration of the Principal 335 Intimation format 336
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NAAC STEERING COMMITTEE
PRINCIPAL AND 1. Dr. VIJAY V. DABHOLKAR CHAIRPERSON
IQAC AND NAAC 2. Dr. (Ms.) PUSHPINDER G. BHATIA CO-ORDINATOR
VICE PRINCIPAL AND 3. Mr. THIRUVENKADASAMY MEMBER
VICE PRINCIPAL AND 4. Dr. RAMACHANDRAN N. NADAR MEMBER
5. Dr. (Ms.) PRAMODA S. PILLAI MEMBER 6. Mr. SANTOSH PATHARE MEMBER
7. Ms. ANURADHA NAMJOSHI MEMBER 8. Mr. MAHESH SAVALE MEMBER
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PREFACE
At the stroke of the midnight hour, when a free India was born, a thought was taking shape in the minds of Late Sardar Pratap Singh (a freedom fighter himself) and his associates; the thought and vision of educating the children of the large number of refugees who had taken shelter in the aftermath of partition. This thought led to the formation of the Guru Nanak Vidyak Society in 1947. The first primary school was established in the then Sion-Koliwada now GTB Nagar locality which then became „home‟ to these refugees and their families. The vision of the society grew along with „young, growing‟ India. A number of schools (38 today) were set up across the length and breadth of the city of Mumbai. Understanding that higher education is the ladder to success and development, the Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce was set up in 1989, in the premises adjoining the first school under Guru Nanak Vidyak Society, in Sion-Koliwada. The college is housed in an imposing six storeyed building with state of the art facilities to provide „Quality Education to all‟. The journey of the college began with first year classes in the basic Arts, Science and Commerce pogrammes affiliated to the University of Mumbai. Celebrating its 25th year, the college is recognized under 2f and 12B by the UGC and runs three aided pogrammes and five self-financed UG pogrammes, a PG and a Ph.D pogramme. Besides these, certificate and add-on programmes focusing on „skill development‟ are available to students. In its quest for quality in all areas of functioning, the college offered itself for assessment in 2004 and was accredited with B++ grade. The college hopes to undergo the second cycle of accreditation in the year 2014. A report of all the operations prevalent in the college is being submitted herewith. The motto „come in to learn, go out to serve‟ is reflected through the myriad activities. The Management, Principal and Staff have been working towards fulfillment of learning outcomes listed in the objectives of the college. This report is also a tribute to the efforts of the Management, Principal and Staff over the last two and a half decades in which the college has seen an attainment of its learning objectives. Students, Staff, Principal and Management are geared-up to meet the challenges that await them in this quest for excellence.
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PRINCIPAL‟S MESSAGE
IT GIVES ME IMMENSE PLEASURE TO PRESENT THIS SELF STUDY REPORT TO NAAC – BENGALURU, FOR ACCREDITATION IN THE SECOND CYCLE. 2014-15 IS A JOYOUS AND EVENTFUL YEAR AS THE COLLEGE TURNS TWENTY FIVE THIS YEAR. AMIDST THESE CELEBRATIONS, THE MANAGEMENT, STAFF, STUDENTS, PARENTS AND OUR ALUMNI ARE AWAITING THE VISIT OF THE ESTEEMED PEER TEAM MEMBERS AND HOPE TO INTERACT AND BE GUIDED BY THEM.
WARM REGARDS,
PRINCIPAL DR. VIJAY V. DABHOLKAR
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Executive Summary
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce is a multi-faculty, urban, co-educational institution, established by the GNVS in 1989. Celebrating its 25th year in 2014-15, the college remains committed to its goal of providing quality education to all. The location of the college is in itself an irony of sorts; though in the heart of this throbbing, modern metropolis, it is surrounded by the largest slums of Asia. This provides a unique opportunity to serve society along with imparting higher education. Through the day-to-day regular interactions, the cause of service above self, quite naturally gets fulfilled. An undeniable link does exist between social status and academic achievements, with occasional exceptions though. These exceptions are identified and encouraged to perform better.
This report is being presented for accreditation in the second cycle and is written in the „seven criteria format‟ as prescribed by NAAC: Curricular aspects Teaching learning and evaluation Research, consultancy and extension Infrastructure and learning resources Student progression Governance and leadership Innovations and best practices
The cornerstones of the college are access, equity, quality, promotion of talent and skill development.
The college offers a multitude of UG programmes in Science, Arts, Commerce Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance, Banking & Insurance), Bachelor of Mass Media, Bachelor of Management Studies and B.Sc. (Information Technology), a PG programme in Accountacy and Ph.D. in Hindi. Extensions of existing programmes to PG or Ph.D. levels are in the pipeline.
The college offers relevant programmes intune with the demands of the industry both locally and globally. The admission process to all programmes is transparent and strictly adheres to University and Government guidelines. Our commitment towards inclusivity is reflected in the social profile of our students which includes minority, large number of girl students and those from the reserved category.
The teaching-learning processes are constantly reviewed so as to ensure high standards and dissemination of knowledge to both high achievers and to the academically weaker students; the latter being a majority of our student strength.
The education policies of Governments have focused on providing Access and opportunity to large number of students. The college fulfills its role by ensuring that the opportunity for higher education is available to the socially deprived stratum of society.
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The College Management spares no effort in providing the best possible infrastructure to all stakeholders, students and staff (teaching and non-teaching). This includes ICT equipment and other physical facilities. Globally relevant goals cannot be fully attained without extensive use of ICT in the regular transactions. Adequate computers armed with latest software, accessories, LCD projectors, interactive boards, e-notice boards are available. From admissions to generation of results, systems are computerized. The library and departments have books in e-form and CDs which are used as teaching aids. Facilities for printing question papers for internal exams as well as to adhere to the Examination Paper Delivery System of the University of Mumbai are in place. Above all, the college has a dynamic website which provides useful links and is accessed for all information related to the college.
A state-of-the-art auditorium, multipurpose hall, huge playground are the jewels in our premises. Comfortable restrooms and common rooms are provided to students and staff. The entire campus is monitored with C.C.T.V. cameras. The college provides a safe and secure environment to ensure safety of girl students. This is also reflected in the majority of girl population in the college. Economically deprived sections are provided all facilities to grow and develop their talent.
Equity is reflected in the profile of our students. Most of our students hail from the socially under-privileged strata of society. The college contributes to national development by manifesting the reservation policies in letter and spirit. The students from special and reserved categories seek admission to the college. The Management, Administration and Staff recognize that the quest for excellence for any institution is the result of sustained quality measures in all aspects. The Internal Quality Assurance Cell works effectively to monitor systems and modifies them, making them more effective and fruitful.
Quality enhancement of staff is ensured through incentives for research, organization of faculty development pogrammes, workshops and training pogrammes. Physical and e-facilities are upgraded to enhance the student experience in the college. Quality in whatever we do is reflected through academic results, achievement of students and staff. The IQAC, consisting of a blend of senior experienced staff members and promising young faculty members, infuses quality and standard measures in all aspects of college functioning.
„Research promotion committee‟ ensures that teachers and students alike develop a scientific bent of mind and a spirit of inquiry. Financial and administrative supports are extended. Teaching plans and Academic Calendar ensure quality in teaching. Going beyond the classroom, the college seeks to foster global competencies among students. Skill based courses to enhance and add value to the „vanilla degrees‟ are regularly arranged. Add-on courses in ICT, Retail Management, Financial Markets, Research Methodology, Entrepreneurship and Advertising develop these competencies. Creating a human resource which is globally both employable and sensitive to social and environmental needs, is our endeavour. The college promotes environmental sustainability through on-campus initiatives such as dry waste recycling, reduced use of plastic and wet waste management. These are part of the institutional social responsibility of the college. While
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Fostering global competencies is a must, employable youth without values is but a wasted resource. The college instills a spirit of national pride, love for diverse cultures, tolerance towards the varied religions and customs, appreciation for the fine arts and performing arts through the myriad activities and events. Students explore their latent talents and the college gives a platform for their promotion. Free training in dance forms, sports activities, and martial arts for girls is provided.
Students plan and organize socially relevant programmes and events. The inter-collegiate festival „Zeal‟ holds a place of pride in the cultural event scenario of the city. The college magazines „Synergy‟, „Digital‟ and „e-minds‟ publish articles authored by students, teaching and non-teaching staff. Ample opportunities and a creative ambience are available for „promotion of talent‟ through co and extra-curricular engagements. The objectives are achieved by a participatory style of governance promoted by the Principal. This is reflected through the numerous formal and informal interactions with the staff.
Opening pathways to higher educational success and achievement are our two best practices named „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ and „Education for all‟. „Education for all‟ assures opportunity while „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ assures transformation. The quality of the graduates and post- graduates bears testimony to the success of these best practices and reflects the college commitment to nation building.
The departmental profiles have been presented pogramme-wise. These reflect the salient features of every department, staff engagements in research and the enrichment pogrammes conducted.
Guru Nanak College has embarked on its further journey towards excellence even as it celebrates its silver jubilee this year…..
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SWOC ANALYSIS
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SWOC ANALYSIS
Strengths: • Highly qualified, committed and dedicated faculty. • Location of the college. • Well established social service and extension activities network. • Participatory style of governance.
Weaknesses: • Insufficient physical space for further expansion. • Poor student quality in terms of learning abilities and language skills at entry levels. • Weak financial background of a majority of students along with conservative social mindsets.
Opportunities: • Scope for diversification of skill development pogrammes. • Community and social awareness pogrammes. • Optimum use of all resources.
Challenges: • Improvement of results. • Creating and arranging financial resources. • Reducing dropouts. •Time management to execute the teaching-learning, evaluation and student development activities.
Principal Dr Vijay Dabholkar
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B. Profile of the Affiliated / Constituent College
1. Name and address of the college:
Name : Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
Address : G.T.B. Nagar, Sion Koliwada
City : Mumbai Pin : 400 037 State: Maharashtra
Website : www.gurunanakcollegeasc.in
2. For Communication: Designation Name Telephone Mobile Fax Email Principal Dr. Vijay 022-4041944 +91 - 9930658855 022240 principal Dabholkar 71098 @gurunan akcollegea sc.in Steering Dr. Pushpinder G. 022-25205813 +91-9594611112 „‟ pushpinde Committee Bhatia rgb@gmai Co-ordinator l.com Vice Mr.N. 022-24071098 +91-9869233905 - swamygnc Principal Thiruvenkadasamy @gmail.co m Vice Dr. Ramachandran 022-24071098 +91-9892564889 - ramachand Principal Nadar rangnc@g mail.com
3. Status of the Institution : Affiliated college : annexure Yes Constituted college Any other (specify)
4. Type of Institution: a. By gender i. For men ii. For women iii. Co-education
b. By shift i. Regular ii. Day
iii. Evening
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5. Is it a recognized minority institution?
Yes Yes
No
If yes specify the minority status (religious / linguistic / any other) and provide documentary evidence. Linguistic minority (annexure )
6. Source of funding Government Grant-in-aid Self Financing Any other 7 a. Date of establishment of the college : 27/07/1989
b. University to which the college is affiliated / or which governs the college (If it is a constituent college) : University of Mumbai
c. Details of UGC recognition: (Enclosure-3)
Under section Date, month& year Remarks (dd/mm/yy) (if any)
2(f) January 2004 (annexure ) 12 (B) ,, ,,
d. Details of recognition /approval by statutory/ regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE,NCTE,MCI,DCI,PCI, RCI etc.) N.A.
8. Does the affiliating University act provide for conferment of autonomy (As recognized by the UGC), on its affiliated colleges?
Yes No If yes, has the college applied for availing the autonomous status? Yes No
9. Is the college recognized? a. By UGC as a college with potential for excellence (cpe) Yes No
If yes, date of recognition: ------(dd-mm-yy)
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce b. For its performance by any other governmental agency ? Yes No
If yes, Name of the agency ------and Date of recognition------(dd/mm/yy ) 10. Location of the campus and area in sq .mts: Location Urban
Campus area in sq.mts. 1500 sq.mts
Built up area in sq.mts. 1302 sq.mts
(*Urban, Semi-Urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify)
11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and providenumbers or other details at appropriate places) in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement. Auditorium / seminar complex with infrastructural facilities: Yes
Sports facilities Playground : Yes Swimming pool : No Gymnasium : Yes
Hostel Boys‟ hostel : No Number of hostels Number of inmates Facilities (mention available facilities)
Girls‟ hostel : No i. Number of hostels ii. Number of inmates iii. Facilities (mention available facilities)
Working women‟s hostel i. Number of inmates ii. Facilities (mention available facilities) Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (Give numbers available – cadre wise) : No
Cafeteria : Yes Health centre : Yes
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First-aid, inpatient, outpatient, emergency care facility, ambulance : Yes, college has tie-ups with 03 hospitals in the vicinity. There is regular visits by doctors to the college twice a week.
Health centre staff
Qualified doctor full time part – time
Qualified nurse full time part- time
Facilities like banking, post office, book shops: Available in the vicinity Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff : Access to public transport Animal house : No Biological waste disposal : Yes Generator or other facility for management/regulation of electricity and voltage? : Yes. Generator and solar panels are also installed. Solid waste management facility : Yes [Dry waste (paper, acrylic, etc) is recycled and wet bio-waste like plant debris, organic waste from the canteen and staffrooms are put in a composting pit in the premises; microbiological waste is collected separately in a special bin and disposed off hygienically]. Waste water management : Yes
Water harvesting : Proposal has been initiated and is underconsideration
12. Details of programmes offered by the college (2013-14) :
Sanctioned Name of the Medium No. of Sr. Programme Entry / approved programme/ Duration of students No. level Qualification Student Course Instruction admitted strength 1 Under- B.A. 3years HSC English graduate F.Y.B.A. 120 66 S.Y.B.A 120 45 T.Y.B.A 120 50 B.Sc. 3years HSC English F.Y.B.Sc 120 92 S.Y.B.Sc 120 50 T.Y.B.Sc 120 34
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B.Com. 3years HSC English F.Y.B.Com 360 351 S.Y.B.Com 360 259 T.Y.B.Com 360 245 B.Com. 3 years HSC English (B & I) F.Y.B.B.I. 60 57 S.Y.B.B.I. 60 48 T.Y.B.B.I. 60 51 B.Com. 3 years HSC English (A & F) F.Y.B.A.F. 60 63* S.Y.B.A.F. 60 60 T.Y.B.A.F. 60 56 B.M.S. 3 years HSC English F.Y.B.M.S. 60 60 S.Y.B.M.S. 60 55 T.Y.B.M.S. 60 49 B.M.M. 3 years HSC English F.Y.B.M.M. 60 50 S.Y.B.M.M. 60 31 T.Y.B.M.M. 60 30 B.Sc. (I.T) 3 years HSC English F.Y.B.Sc. 120 79 (I.T) S.Y.B.Sc. 120 89 (I.T.) T.Y.B.Sc. 120 82 (I.T.) 2. Post- M.Com. 2 years B.Com., English graduate B.M.S. Part-I 60 65* Part-II 60 61* *- extra students admitted with special permission from the University 2178
13. Does the college offer self –financed programmes? Yes No
If yes, how many? 06
14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any? Yes 04: BMS, B.Com (A and F), M.Com (Accountancy), Ph.D. in Hindi.
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15. List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities likelibrary, physical education as departments, unless they are also offering academic degree awarding programmes. Similarly, do not list the departments offering common compulsory subjects for all the programmes like English, regional languages etc.)
Particulars UG PG Research Arts Hindi - Hindi UG – 06 Economics PG – 00 History Research - 01 Political Science Mass Media Foundation Course Commerce Accountancy Accountancy UG – 9 Business Communication-(English) PG – 01 Business Law Research - 00 Commerce Environmental Studies Accounting and Finance Banking and insurance Management studies
Science Physics - - UG – 05 Chemistry PG – 00 Botany Research - 00 Mathematics Information Technology
(Annexure)
16. Number of programmes offered under (programme means a degree course like B.A., B.Sc., M.A., M.Com.) a. annual system b. semester system 09 c. trimester system
17. Number of Programmes with a. Choice Based Credit System 09 b. Inter./multidisciplinary approach c. Any other (specify and provide details) – Ph.D 01
18. Does the college offer UG and / or PG programmes in Teacher Education? Yes No
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19. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical Education? Yes No
20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the institution: Positions Teaching faculty Non- Technical teaching staff Professor Associate Assistant Staff professor professor
M* F* M* F* M* F* M* F* M* F* sanctioned by the 01 - 05 05 08 07 14 05 - - UGC / University recruited Sanctioned by the 03** 12** 05** 04** 1** - management/society or other authorized 01+ 01+ bodies *M- Male *F- female;** - on contractual basis + - on clock hourly basis
21. Qualification of the teaching staff: Current Year Professor Associate Assistant Total Highest Professor Professor Qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent 01 - 05 05 08 07 26 teachers D.Sc./ D.Litt. - - Ph.D. 01 - 01 04 01 04 11 M.Phil. - - 02 02 PG - - 03 01 05 03 12 CA - - 01 - 01 Contract - - - - 01 04 05 teachers(aided) C.H.B (Aided) - - - - 01 01 02 Temporary - - - - 02 08 10 teachers Ph.D. - - - - - 01 - M.Phil. - - - - - 01 01 PG - - - - 02 06 09 Part-time ------teachers Ph.D. ------M.Phil. ------PG ------
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22. Number of visiting faculty / guest faculty engaged with the college: 41
23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. (AIDED)
Categories 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Male Female Male Male Female Female Male Female SC 25 24 25 17 18 24 26 23 ST 04 01 04 02 01 01 00 01 OBC 14 26 15 18 20 27 17 21 General 569 583 551 592 564 553 472 623 Others 00 01 00 00 01 01 00 01
(SELF-FINANCED) Categories 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Male Female Male Male Female Female Male Female SC 12 16 16 12 15 20 32 24 ST 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 OBC 12 12 23 8 11 14 19 14 General 451 227 471 346 157 245 485 253 Others 1 0 4 1 0 1 00 00
24. Details on students enrollment in the college during the current academic year 2013-14:
Type of students UG PG M.Phil. Ph.D. Total Students from the same 1991 126 - - 2117 state where the college is located Students from other 61 - - - 61 states of India NRI students - - - - - Foreign students - - - - - Total 2052 126 - - 2178
25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches) UG 14.65% PG -
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26. Unit Cost of Education (Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled) Rs.22030.5 Including the salary component
Excluding the salary component Rs.3030.12
27. Does the college offer any programmes in distance education mode (DEP)? Yes No
28. Provide teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered B.A. - 1:30 B.Sc. - 1:30 B.Com. - 1:75 Self-financed programmes (excluding visiting faculty) - 1:67 Self-financed programmes (including visiting faculty) - 1:14
29. Is the college applying for accreditation: Yes Cycle 1 Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4 Re-assessment:
(Cycle-1 refers to first accreditation and cycle-2, cycle-3 and cycle-4 refers to Re-accreditation)
30. Date of accreditation * (applicable for cycle 2, cycle 3, cycle 4 and re-assessment only) Cycle 1: 04-11-2004 (dd/mm/yy ) accreditation outcome/result : B++
31. Number of working days during the last academic year : 231
32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year : 180 (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days)
33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance cell IQAC: 29/9/2006 (DD/MM/YY)
34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality assurance reports (AQAR) to NAAC Submitted to NAAC on time and uploaded on the college website
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory /descriptive information) The college has undergone the process of certification by ISO 9001:2008 in the current year i.e. 2014-15. The college is celebrating its silver jubilee this year.
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce CRITERION I: CURRICULAR
ASPECTS
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and Commerce is a multi- faculty college, situated in the heart of Mumbai, celebrating its Silver Jubilee this year. The college has a holistic approach to education with the mission to create a globally employable human resource. The college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and is governed by its curricular design. However; all curricular activities are aligned with the mission to provide quality ‘education to all’.
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CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS
1.1 Curriculum planning and implementation 1.1.1 State the vision, mission, objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.
Guru Nanak College aims to impart holistic education to its students such that they not only develop skills needed for individual development but that they also become worthy citizens of the nation. Its vision and mission thus seek to outline these aims.
VISION The college shall: Work towards transforming students into globally competent human resource. Strive to become a center of excellence in teaching and research in higher education. Make significant contribution in developing an inclusive and responsible society.
MISSION To create opportunities and facilities for holistic teaching-learning environment. To lay emphasis on developing and nurturing scientific temper amongst students and staff. To promote quality research. To provide opportunities to students to participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. To sensitize students towards global, social, cultural and religious diversities and to promote tolerance and respect towards all. To provide equal opportunities to one and all so as to include weaker sections of society in the development process. To promote competencies necessary in the globalized economic environment.
OBJECTIVES
. To impart value-based education; to upgrade facilities and infrastructure in the college and to provide modern educational technology tools in tune with global trends. . To promote excellence in curricular and co-curricular activities and to ensure welfare of students and staff alike. . To devise appropriate strategies to equip students to face the challenges of globalization and create a competent human resource. . To inculcate amongst students a culture that consists of a blend of the best Indian traditions with modern ideas. . To create students sensitive towards inclusiveness, to strengthen their social responsibility quotient and develop in them tolerance and mutual respect for other fellow beings.
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Our Vision, Mission and Objectives are displayed at strategic places in the college and on an E- Notice board so that they are easily visible to all stakeholders, teachers, students, staff, management members, parents, visitors, etc. The vision, mission and objectives are also stated on the college website www.gurunanakcollegeasc.in and in the college prospectus which is distributed along with the admission forms. The vision and mission statements form a part of the presentations made by faculty members, both within the college and outside it.
1.1.2 How does the institution develop and display action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s)
The syllabi for the various courses are recommended by the University of Mumbai. Many members of the faculty are on the Boards of Study for different courses and they are encouraged to attend workshops and seminars on Syllabus revision and designing. Teachers are also invited as resource persons to these pogrammes. At the end of the academic year, individual lecture timetables are provided to the faculty members for the succeeding year. Teachers make a tentative plan in accordance with the academic calendar and maintain a regular record of their academic schedules, lectures, practical / tutorials and activities. Some departments create manuals, work-books and study material as additional aids for effective delivery. Curriculum- related activities like guest lectures, industrial visits, study tours, excursions, presentations and group discussions are held regularly.
1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the University and / or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving teaching practices?
The University organizes workshops in various subjects to plan and conceive new syllabi through the Boards of Study. Teachers are relieved from college duties and encouraged to attend syllabus-related workshops. The college gives a free hand to its teachers to effectively implement the syllabi. Implementation of the curriculum is supported through conventional lectures, tutorials/ practical, presentations and seminars by staff. Management upgrades infrastructure as and when required. Charts, models, maps and ICT facilities like CDs, software etc. are procured by departments as required and books are ordered through the library for effective delivery.
1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other statutory agency.
Every Department has a comprehensive action plan in place for effective curriculum delivery. Teachers take the first step by drawing up a teaching plan. They then adhere to this teaching plan for completing the syllabus on time, maintaining project submissions/presentations and holding examinations on schedule. Conventional teaching methodology is supplemented by getting students to make assignments and presentations on syllabus related topics.
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Students are encouraged to refer to the library and internet resources as this broadens their understanding of concepts. Power-point presentations are made by students and student seminars are held regularly thus encouraging peer-learning. Students are taken on educational visits to further expand their learning experience e.g. - visits to BSE, RBI arranged by the Department of Economics; witnessing Vidhan Bhavan and High Court proceedings, organized by the Departments of Political Science and Law; visits to IUCAA and IIG by the Department of Physics; visit to JNPT by the Department of Commerce, BNHS and Bio-technology lab visits by the Department of Botany and a visit to the water treatment plant by the Department of Chemistry. Students of BMM engage in short-term internships. UGC sponsored remedial coaching is provided to weak students. A book bank facility and internet facilities are made available to all UG and PG students. Suggestions and feedback from alumni and students are used to constantly improve the curricular transactions.
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the University in effective operationalization of the curriculum?
The faculty members of the college interact with civil society through various community programmes and its own ISR, through research collaborations, visits, and seminars. Experts from industry, research institutes and other educational organizations are invited to speak to the staff under the faculty development programmes and to the students through guest lectures and other student-welfare initiatives. They give their inputs to the college which helps in devising various implementation methods. The active placement cell facilitates job opportunities for students through liaisons with reputable companies.
1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and / or its staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University?(Number of staff members /departments represented on the Boards of Study, student feedback, teacher feedback, and stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.
Staff members are members on the Boards of Study in their respective subjects and they participate in workshops on syllabus framing and evaluation procedures. The Principal, Dr. Vijay Dabholkar is a member of the Board of Studies in Chemistry, University of Mumbai and the Institute of Science, Mumbai. Dr. Pramoda S. Pillai, Head, Department of Chemistry, is a member of syllabus committee, Board of Studies, Chemistry, University of Mumbai. The departments also host syllabi revision workshops under the aegis of the Boards of Studies. Feedback from alumni, industry guests, placement agencies are communicated to the faculty members at these workshops. Such suggestions are implemented by the college through its own customized strategies. The institution otherwise has limited scope in the development of curriculum as it is affiliated to the University of Mumbai.
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1.1.7 Does the Institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those under the purview of the affiliating University) by it? If „yes‟, give details on the process (Needs Assessment, design, development and planning) and the courses for which the curriculum has been developed.
The curriculum of both, the aided and self-financing courses, are governed by the prescribed rules of the University of Mumbai. Modules are however designed by the faculty for short-term courses that are conducted by the college. Experts from related fields advise the college on the formulation of these modules and design their course content. Need-based short term and certificate courses are organized, for e.g. English speaking course held to improve communication skills, soft skills‟ course, interview skills‟ training. Certificate Courses in Advertising, Tally, Research Methodology have been successfully completed. A self- development course based on the teachings of Swami Vivekananda was organized. Courses in Human Rights, Microprocessor Technology are proposed.
1.1.8 How does the institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the courses of implementation?
The objectives of the curriculum, as stated by the University of Mumbai, are kept in mind while planning the implementation methodology. Effective Teaching is ensured by means of a well- planned academic calendar. Achievement of these objectives is ensured through the implementation of the various teaching methodologies. Teachers are regularly sent for training in the latest techniques used in the labs for experimentation. Exam orientation is extended to students through internal and external faculty members to ensure good performance. Results are analyzed and action plans are drawn. Laboratories are refurbished and ICT equipments are upgraded periodically. A transparent feedback mechanism ensures easy monitoring and efficacy of implementation.
1.2 Academic Flexibility
1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate /diploma/interdisciplinary skill development courses, etc offered by the institution.
Various skill development and Certificate Courses have been introduced at targeting all-round development of students and enhancing their capabilities. The college aims to extend opportunities to its students to be at par with their counterparts and to instill confidence in them to make use of their education to lead quality lives. Through the introduction of these courses, the institution seeks to go beyond the conventional syllabus. Certificate courses aimed at development of additional skills are: Advertising, Accountancy, Financial Markets, Retail Management, Research Methodology, Tally, Communication Skills, Computer Literacy and ICT skills. Experts from the industry guide students in these courses. Short term courses in Calligraphy, Voice Modulation, Self-Development, and Value Education are also conducted to
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce enhance holistic development. Value education is stressed upon by arranging programmes based on the ideologies of Swami Vivekanand and on our rich Indian culture. Certificate courses in Human Rights, Microprocessor Technology are proposed.
1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning /dual degree? If „yes‟, give details.
There is no provision for twinning /dual programmes in the college since the college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai. However the University does offer dual degree programmes to students. Many students from B.Com pursue CA and CS courses along with their graduation. The college timetable gives students ample time to undertake multiple pogrammes if they so desire.
1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference to academic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability.
Range of core /elective options offered by the University and those opted by the college Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options Courses offered and accumulation facility Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses Enrichment courses A range of UG and PG programmes in Arts, Science and Commerce faculty are available to meet the diverse needs of learners. The college offers regular degree courses such as B.A., B.Com. and B.Sc. which are under the grant-in-aid programme of the Government of Maharashtra. Degree courses like B.M.S., B.M.M., B.Com. (Banking and Insurance), B.Com. (Accounting and finance) and B.Sc. (Information Technology) are available under the self-financing scheme. The institute also admits students to a postgraduate course in Commerce with specialization in Accountancy.
AIDED COURSES
ARTS
First Year B.A. A student can opt for any one of the following groups Group I : Economics, Political Science, Special Hindi, Foundation Course Group II : Economics, Political Science, History, Foundation Course Group III : Political Science, History, Special Hindi, Foundation Course Group IV : Economics, History, Special Hindi, Foundation Course
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Second Year B.A. Out of the optional courses studied in First year level, any two can be selected. Foundation Course is a compulsory subject in S.Y.B.A. also. A student can opt for any one elective option as an Applied Component 1. Mass Communication 2. Travel and Tourism
Third Year B.A. The following subject combinations are offered and students can select any One group Group I : History, Hindi Group II : Economics, History Group III : History, Political Science Group IV : Economics, Political Science Group V : Political Science, Hindi Group VI : Hindi, Economics
SCIENCE
First Year B.Sc. A student can opt for any one group: Group I : Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Foundation Course Group II : Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Foundation Course
Second Year B.Sc. Three subject combinations are offered : Group I : Chemistry, Botany, Foundation Course Group II : Physics, Mathematics, Foundation Course Group III : Physics, Chemistry, Foundation Course
Third Year B.Sc. Chemistry (06 papers), Applied Component - Drugs and Dyes (or) Mathematics (06) papers, Applied Component - Computer Pogrammeming and Systems Analysis
COMMERCE
First Year B.Com. 1. Foundation Course 2. Business Communication 3. Business Economics 4. Environmental Studies 5. Mathematical and Statistical Techniques 6. Accounting and Financial Management 7. Commerce
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Second Year B.Com. 1. Foundation Course 2. Business Economics 3. Business Law 4. Commerce 5. Accountancy and Financial Management 6. Advertising / Travel and Tourism – elective (any one)
Third Year B.Com. 1. Commerce 2. Financial Accounting and Auditing 3. Cost Accounting and Auditing 4. Management Accounting and Auditing 5. Business Economics
Applied Component electives (Any Two)
1. Direct & Indirect Taxation 2. Export Marketing 3. Computer Systems and Applications
Besides the above aided programmes, students seek admission to the self-financed programmes viz: BAF, BBI, BMS, B.Sc.(I.T.) and BMM.
At the entry point, class XII pass Commerce students (with Mathematics) can take admission to B.Sc.(I.T.) pogramme while students passing Std.XII in any stream are eligible to take admission to the B.M.S., B.M.M. programmes. Admissions to B.A.F. and B.B.I. are reserved only for XII Commerce students. Students from diploma courses in Engineering can take admission directly to the second year of B.Sc. (I.T).
A student is given the option of subject change within a stipulated period. The college has adopted the Credit System as it is affiliated to the University of Mumbai. The total credit value is 120 credits for all the UG programmes across faculties and 80 credits for PG programmes. The rules and conditions for evaluation are as per University of Mumbai guidelines. This system incorporates assignments and projects as part of internal evaluation, giving scope for skill development through presentations, posters or project reports. Short-term certificate courses are designed in modular form as an additional option for students to supplement and enrich their learning.
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1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financing programmes? If „yes‟, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes with reference to admission, curriculum, fees structure, teacher qualification, salary etc.
Yes. The institution does offer several self-financed programmes these are: Bachelor of Mass Media, Bachelor of Science (Information Technology), Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance), Bachelor of Commerce (Banking & Insurance), Bachelor of Management Studies, Master in Commerce (Accountancy) and TYB.Sc. (Mathematics). These pogrammes follow the curricula as stated by the University of Mumbai and admission policies and fee structure are as prescribed by the University. Since these are market-driven courses, the syllabi comprise modules which have to be taught by visiting faculty from the industry. A core faculty along with visiting faculty undertake teaching in these courses. The core faculty is paid a consolidated sum along with annual increments. The visiting faculty is paid on lecture basis according to their experience and expertise. The Management contributes to the Provident Fund of the temporary faculty on completion of 3 years in service. The student-teacher ratio is favourable for healthy interaction. Internships, hands-on training, industry projects are part of the course curriculum in Self-Financed programmes. The fee structure in these programmes is much higher than those in the aided programmes as there is no government grant to aid them.
1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill-oriented programmes, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If „yes‟ provide details of such programme and the beneficiaries.
Acknowledging the need for language development among students , the college has designed a course on English language, Hindi Bhasha, Soft skills, Interview skills and Computer Skills .The above courses hone the communication skills of students and develop in them computer literacy. In collaboration with the NSDC the college hosts skill-development courses in Retail Management and Financial Markets aimed at enhancing employability of the graduate learner. A diploma pogramme was conducted by the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments – CISI Diploma. This was successfully completed by two students. Certificate courses are organized in Tally, Calligraphy, Microprocessor Technology, Advertising etc to augment regular teaching. The Department of Botany imparts training in the preparation of herbal skin and hair care products. A course on mushroom cultivation is also conducted for the students. Students are encouraged to enroll in these courses along with their regular coursework.
1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face to face and distance mode of education for students to choose the courses /combination of such provision for the benefit of students?
Whenever the University and other agencies introduce new courses, these are publicized by displaying the information on the notice boards. Permission is granted to these agencies to interact with students, as and when they approach the college authorities. Some students pursue C.A., C.S. and I.C.W.A. along with the regular UG programme.
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1.3 Curriculum Enrichment
1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the University‟s curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and institution‟s goals and objectives are integrated?
The college, an affiliate of the University of Mumbai, is governed by the University rules. The syllabi of various pogrammes are in accordance with the prescribed University guidelines. Teachers are encouraged to attend workshops, orientation programmes and seminars based on curriculum familiarization and design. Efforts are made to augment and enrich course content through various activities like projects, guest lectures by experts, field trips and co-curricular competitions. Many skill development courses like Financial Marketing, Retail Management, Statistics for general students across all streams, add value to the degree. Extension pogrammes through NSS, DLLE are promoted. Emphasis is placed regularly on using “No plastic” and paper recycling. Prominence is given to enhancing employability along with dissemination of knowledge and this helps us in creating a trained human resource. Library resources are enriched and expanded on a regular basis. Laboratory facilities are upgraded.
1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to modify, enrich and organize the curriculum to explicitly reflect the experiences of the students and cater to needs of the dynamic market?
Though the curriculum is designed by the University of Mumbai, the college takes several steps to modify and enrich it to suit the aspirations of students and cater to enhancing their employability:- Departments plan and devise programmes and competitions, excursions and visits to engage students‟ interest in the subjects and thus make learning simple and enjoyable. Use of ICT exposes the learners to latest communication techniques. Certificate courses in Advertising and Entrepreneurship expose learners to the latest happenings in industry through interactions with expert guest faculty. Speak well Academy, in conjunction with the National Skill Development Corporation, conducts skill development courses for students. Guest talks on Financial Markets and stocks, visits to BSE and the Chhatrapati Shivaji museum enrich students‟ knowledge and keeps them abreast of industry happenings. An active Career Guidance Cell has been conducting seminars and pogrammes to educate the learners about the needs of employers and demands of the industry. The Placement Committee regularly invites companies for recruitment drives. These organizations also interact with students frequently. “Aspiring Minds” a placement group has conducted an online employability test for all outgoing students and facilitated their placement in reputable companies. Socially relevant issues are addressed through various events e.g. Police interaction with girl students after the Nirbhaya case, observing Maharashtra week and a History exhibition organised by the students on the occasion of 50 years of formation of Maharashtra state, a Human Rights
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce week with NGOs and State Human Rights Commission organized during the week of 10th Dec - the World Human Rights Day, and various seminars and conferences on a wide array of topics are arranged.
1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as gender, climate change ,environment education, human rights, ICT etc, into the curriculum ?
Guru Nanak College has several associations that conduct co-curricular activities in collaboration with different departments. These associations arrange and organize competitions, visits, panel discussions to enrich student learning. Environmental Studies is a multi-disciplinary course offered in the general Commerce pogramme as per the University of Mumbai guidelines. Similarly, Foundation Course is a compulsory multi-disciplinary paper offered at the First Year and Second Year levels. These courses have topics related to gender issues, climate change, environment awareness, human rights, communication skills, personality development, pure sciences, etc. Human Rights studies are a part of the Arts pogramme curriculum. Organizing events on Human Rights Day with the local Sion-Koliwada community is a regular annual pogramme of the institution. The Women‟s Development Cell along with the vibrant NSS Unit, is actively involved in gender sensitization and women‟s health issues. Panel discussions, film screenings and debates are organized to impart the same. Health guidance sessions are arranged exclusively for girl students. A Minithon was arranged in January 2012 based on the theme „Safe women, Safe Mumbai‟ to focus on the safety of women in the metropolis. Environment Mentoring Committee strives to create an eco-friendly ambience in the college through regular pogrammes and awareness drives. The college, through its clean-up pogrammes, paper recycling practice and plastic-free campus initiatives - generates awareness towards environment among all stakeholders. The NSS Unit also arranges tree plantation drives and dam construction projects in rural areas on a regular basis. The management supports ICT usage in every sphere of the college. A Wi-Fi enabled campus gives students access to global information anywhere in the college. Besides the above, departments host power point presentation competitions and encourage the use of E-library. Theme based cultural, sports and co-curricular activities facilitate focused integration of all the above issues apart from regular curricular transactions.
1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses? Enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students?
Moral and ethical values Employable and life skills Better career options Community orientation A number of value added programmes to enhance computer proficiency and language development are offered so as to raise the employability quotient of the students. Enrichment modules on calligraphy, voice modulation, meditation, have received a good response from students. Programmes like Kala Utsav, based on Indian ethical values, reflecting the rich Indian
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce culture, are celebrated every year. Independence Day and Republic Day are observed with fervour. Sports events build team spirit and mental resilience in the students. Blood donation camps, street plays and awareness drives are arranged every year. The entrepreneurship project „Annapoorna‟ by the DLLE and preparation of herbal medicines by Botany students are some successful ventures of the students. Undergoing training in interview skills and soft skills builds their confidence. The Career Development and Placement Cell, in league with reputable companies, is engaged in introducing students to the various career options available. The college is in the vicinity of Antophill, Dharavi and Sion Koliwada which are economically underprivileged areas. Hence the college offers several community upliftment programmes which are very popular amongst the local population. . The Arthritis Awareness Programme, the Chakachak Sion Koliwada programme with the BMC, Blood donation drive by the NSS in conjunction with the Rotary Club, „No to plastic‟ campaign, Human Rights awareness rally, Cyclothon with local police officials are some of the noteworthy community events organized by the college students under the guidance of teachers. This ensures that students develop organizational abilities and develop sensitivity to those less privileged than them.
1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?
Feedback and appraisals are sought in every area of functioning within the college. Feedback on curriculum is obtained from all students through a proper format and this is communicated by the teachers to their respective Boards of Study. Teachers are either members or invitees to the workshops organized by BOS for finalization of syllabi. Industry gives a feedback through its interaction with the institution. For e.g.: “Aspiring Minds” is a placement group which conducts online employability test for students. It shares its report with the college and further skill based and enrichment pogrammes are planned as per their observations. The visiting guest speakers, alumni, parents interact with the Staff and Principal and give their suggestions. All of these are incorporated in enriching the content and quality of curricular engagement.
1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes?
A regular feedback mechanism is in place. The performance of students in examinations is itself an indicator of quality. Alumni meet formally and informally, discuss the growth of the college and suggestions are sought. Interactions with the Student‟s Council are also helpful in monitoring the success of the enrichment programmes.
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1.4 Feedback Systems
1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?
The Boards of Study revise and design the syllabus in consultation with the stakeholders keeping in mind the recent developments in the subject and market needs. Staff members are members of Boards of Study or invitees to workshops on syllabus revisions. They give valuable suggestions to help in framing the syllabus.
1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on curriculum? If „yes‟, how is it communicated to the University and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducing changes / new programmes?
Curriculum feedback is taken from the students and alumni in formal and informal interactions. The feedback forms of the students have questions on curriculum quality and students‟ answers are a vital reflection on curriculum efficacy. Classroom interactions too help in gauging the same. Alumni and parents give their feedback informally at institutional gatherings and personal meetings with the staff. Alumni placed in the industry give important suggestions on curriculum content. Companies coming for recruitment drives and offering short term internships also give significant suggestions. These observations are communicated by staff members to the Boards of Study when they attend seminars and workshops.
1.4.3. How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/pogrammes?
Keeping in mind the requirement for a wide variety of need-based courses for students to choose from, more electives have been introduced e.g. Travel and Tourism in SYBA, Mathematics at the TYB.Sc. level and a P.G. programme in Accountancy.
Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include.
The college strives to impart curriculum in a simple and focusedmanner so as to make learning enjoyable and comprehensive. Since its student population consists primarily of the under- privileged sections of society, the institution makes all efforts to go beyond the syllabus and train them to become significant contributors to the country‟s progress. Thus increasingly the institution uses modern teaching-learning methodologies, implements ICT in all its pogrammes and organizes skill based certificate courses to help impart all round education that will not only provide knowledge to the students but will help uplift their economic status. The activities of the college‟s Associations are designed to engender sensitivity towards environment, create awareness towards gender equity and inculcate the spirit of social service to the community in students.
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce CRITERION II: Teaching –Learning and Evaluation
Learning outcomes of any educational system can only be attained by strong Teaching and Learning processes and transparent evaluation mechanisms. Guru Nanak College integrates these so as to include both slow learners and the high achievers. Extensive use of technology and co-curricular activities enhance learning making it more interactive. Evaluation strategies are transparent and fair.
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CRITERION II: TEACHING-LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile
2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?
Guru Nanak College has a transparent and well organized admission procedure, strictly as per the guidelines of the University of Mumbai and Govt. of Maharashtra. The college website has all the information related to programmes, eligibility criteria, admission procedures, fee structures, freeships and scholarships, details of faculties and activities.
The prospectus (i.e. college handbook) is a hard copy of all the above information and this is given with the admission forms. An inquiry desk is set-up during admissions and a single window process is followed. Besides the above, during the admissions, notices and posters are displayed all over the campus. Student volunteers, teachers and administrative staff are involved in the admission process. Student volunteers guide and help new students seeking admission at every step.
Merit lists are displayed on the Notice Boards as per the schedules announced by University of Mumbai and admissions are done accordinglythrough a completely transparent and open selection procedure.
2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission (Ex. (i) merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance test and interview (iv) any other ) to various programmes of the Institution.
Beginning from the sale of forms, to the payment of fees, the schedules prescribed by the University are strictly adhered to. Reservation policies for admissions as per Government guidelines are followed. Fifty percent of the total seats of each programme is reserved for minority which includes management quota, as this is a Linguistic Minority educational institution. Out of the remaining seats, 50 percent is reserved for different reserved categories such as SC, ST, DT, NT and OBC. The same admission criteria are followed for all programmes in the college. Merit lists are prepared as per the guidelines. In-house students are given direct admission and the unfilled minority seats are made available to other students on the basis of merit.
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2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission at entry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other colleges of the affiliating University within the city/district.
PERCENTAGE OF MARKS FOR ADMISSION AT ENTRY LEVEL
GNC
Sr. Colleges in the district Pogramme No Min% Max% Min% Max% 1. F.Y.B.A 35 76 40 94
2. F.Y.B.Sc 35 69 35 86
3. F.Y.B.Com 38 79 50 91
4. F.Y.B.A.F 40 83 50 92
5. F.Y.B.M.S 53 73 55 84
6. F.Y.B.M.M 42 77 60 86
7. F.Y.B.B.I 40 76 45 80
8. F.Y.B.Sc.IT 47 76 50 79
2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission process and student profiles annually? If yes, what is the outcome of such an effort and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process?
Yes, the admission committee reviews the admission process and student profile every year. Sometimes, a few students taking admission to Commerce and Science streams find difficulty in continuing the study. The admission committee hence evaluates the capacity of students based on marks obtained and counsels such students regarding programmes suitable for their aptitude. Teachers guide students, if required, in the selection of optional subjects. Students with good sports record are given preference under sports quota admission. The College Counselor designs programmes for students considering the students‟ profile. Mentors too design their activities accordingly. The IQAC also suggests changes related to the process of admission. The outcome has been the streamlining of the admission mechanism, which is student-friendly and has a single-window transaction. Help desk and a counseling desk are set up for wider guidance. Feedback regarding the entire procedure is taken from parents during admissions.
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2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion.
SC/ST/OBC: There is a 50% reservation for the backward classes from the seats available after reserving 50% for minority. The students enrolling under this category are eligible to avail freeships and scholarships from the Government. Wide publicity is given regarding these facilities in the prospectus and on the College website. Remedial coaching is also extended to attract students from these categories.
Women: Guru Nanak College has a large number of girl students. The campus has been made a safe zone while strict disciplinary rules are adhered to keeping in mind the safety and security of girl students. An active Anti-ragging/Women Development Cell regularly engages in sensitizing all towards women‟s issues. Ragging incidents are unheard of in our College. This encourages girl students to seek admission here. Girls excelling in sports are given preference in admission. The college awards a Girls‟ Champions‟ Trophy to sports women excelling in sports. A GNVS Girl Child scholarship extends free education to deserving girls.
Differently-abled: Infrastructural facilities have been modified to suit the needs of differently- abled students.. A suitable restroom is available for such students. Elevators are provided with Braille buttons. Ramps have been constructed and a wheelchair is available. The library has resources for the visually challenged students and these are made available to all students from the city.
Economically Weaker Sections: Most of our students hail from the economically weaker sections of society. These students are given freeships, scholarships, fee concessions, and extended easy installment facility so as to enable their pursuit of higher education in various streams. Book bank facility is available to all needy students. The college believes that education should be made available to all inspite of financial difficulties and hence takes all steps to ensure that economically underprivileged students continue with their education and do not dropout due to financial constraints.
Minority Community: The College belongs to Punjabi category linguistic minority. Fifty percent seats are reserved forthis category. The minority quota seats that remain unfilled are opened to other students on the basis of merit.
Any other: Special consideration extended to all wards of staff members.
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2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by the institution during the last four years and comment on the trends. i.e. reasons for increase, decrease and actions initiated for improvement.
Demand Ratio No. of No. of Programme Applications : Sr. Academic Applications Students (U.G.) Capacity No. Year Admitted ( A : C) (A) (B)
2009-10 100 81 0.83:1 B.A 2010-11 98 73 0.82:1 1. 2011-12 84 74 0.70:1 (C=120) 2012-13 80 65 0.66:1 2013-14 67 66 0.55:1 2009-10 114 78 0.95:1 B.Sc. 2010-11 99 73 0.82:1 2. 2011-12 81 68 0.68:1 (C=120) 2012-13 104 71 0.87:1 2013-14 96 92 0.80:1 3. B.Com. 2009-10 706 353 1.96:1 2010-11 735 352 2.04:1 (C=360) 2011-12 666 346 1.85:1 2012-13 659 344 1.83:1 2013-14 683 351 1.90:1 4. B.M.M 2009-10 68 60 1.13:1 2010-11 44 39 0.73:1 (C=60) 2011-12 129 46 2.15:1 2012-13 80 56 1.33:1 2013-14 65 50 1.08:1 B.M.S 2009-10 131 57 2.18:1 5. 2010-11 150 57 2.50:1 (C=60) 2011-12 147 59 2.45:1 2012-13 161 59 2.70:1 2013-14 137 60 2.28:1 6. B.B.I. 2009-10 70 60 1.16:1 (C=60) 2010-11 61 57 1.01:1 2011-12 97 56 1.61:1 2012-13 90 57 1.50:1 2013-14 115 57 1.92:1
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7. B.A.F. 2009-10 39 28 0.65:1 (C=60) 2010-11 91 59 1.50:1 2011-12 120 60 2.00:1 2012-13 140 60 2.33:1 2013-14 139 63 2.32:1 8. B.Sc. (I.T) 2009-10 146 64 1.22:1 (C=120) 2010-11 237 99 1.97:1 2011-12 220 92 1.83:1 2012-13 209 92 1.74:1 2013-14 205 79 1.71:1 9. M.Com 2010-11 16 16 0.27:1 (C=60) 2011-12 32 32 0.53:1 2012-13 74 65 1.23:1 2013-14 121 65 2.02:1 C=Capacity
B.Com, BMS and M.Com programmes have attracted more students over the last four years. In general, a downward trend has been observed in the demand for pure science and arts courses which is a universal trend. Hence, SFC courses have been introduced and more options have been made available.
Special efforts taken for improvement: Arranging joint-programmes with in-house Junior College throughout the year Publicizing the College programmes through brochures and posters. Providing Fee concessions and easy installment schemes Wherever a higher demand is observed, permission for extra seats in such courses has been sought from the affiliating University
2.2 Catering to Diverse Needs of Students
2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently-abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?
Apart from the government-supported concessions and freeships, the college offers support to the differently-abled students through its enhanced infrastructure and learning resources. The campus of Guru Nanak College is suited to cater to the needs of differently-abled students. A wheelchair, ramp, elevators and special toilets are provided. The library is stocked with talking books, gadgets, books and newspapers in Braille for use by the visually challenged students. A reader and/or writer is provided to such students during examinations. Teachers and support staff
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce are sensitive to the needs of such students and assist and motivate them. Teachers assess the exam answer books of students with learning disabilities, as per the guidelines of the University.
2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students‟ needs in terms of knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme? If yes, give details on the process.
Since there is no formal mechanism, the institute has created its own mode of evaluation. When a student takes admission to a particular programme, he/she is given an orientation by the faculty. The student is then made to undergo both formal (numerical and language) and informal (discussion in class) assessment. The skills of the students in Mathematics, languages and ICT are evaluated. Accordingly, bridge courses, special coaching and remedial classes are conducted. A skill development module that trains students in efficient use of laboratory instruments, is conducted. The first week of teaching is devoted to revision of basic concepts in every subject. These steps have immensely helped the students in preparing them to pursue the course of their choice with understanding and ease. Students are also given the freedom to change the programmes/courses within a prescribed period if they are unable to cope with the ones that they have selected initially.
2.2.3 What are the strategies drawn and deployed by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice? (Bridge/Remedial/Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.)
On the basis of the analyses of qualitative inputs and tests as in 2.2.2, students‟ needs are assessed. Remedial help is rendered via: * Tutorials and special coaching for weaker students. * English language laboratory facility for improvement in language. * Specially designed English speaking courses. * Extra lectures special tests and exercises. * Technology enhancement orientations and seminars/workshops. * Remedial guidance lectures by subject in-charges and external experts. * Bridge courses. * Library orientations. * Practical demonstration and modules for science students.
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment, etc.?
Faculty members and student representatives are the part of various committees and associations such as NSS committee, WDC, DLLE, Environment Mentoring committee, History and Geography Association „Pangea‟ and Science Association „Gignosco‟ that work towards creating awareness about and arranging activities based on socially relevant issues.
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WDC partners with the NSS to arrange gender sensitization camps, debates and group discussions for students. Films on these issues are regularly screened. The „Mrityunjay‟ pogramme with the Mumbai police to „make women feel safe‟ was successfully conducted in 2013.
DLLE has been successfully conducting the “Annapoorna‟ project which is an entrepreneurship initiative leading to empowerment and social inclusion. Selling products procured and at times produced by the students is a successful practice of the DLLE.
Environment Mentoring Committee publicizes the „green campus‟ goal through posters and activities like essay-writing and elocution competitions. The „paper recycling‟ project and „no plastic drive‟ have gone a long way in sensitizing faculty, students and through them, the community at large. E-waste is recycled. The Science Association conducts inter-collegiate competitions based on environmental issues.
The curriculum too, plays a pivotal role in the sensitization of students. Subjects like Foundation Course, Environmental Studies, Chemistry, Physics have chapters devoted to these issues. The course content in political science and law focuses on human rights and legal rights of women. Besides the above, teachers encourage students to discuss, debate and broaden their perspective through interactive sessions. The college also invites regularly social activists and stalwarts in different fields to talk to students and address them on contemporary issues.
2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special education/learning needs of advanced learners?
The College has a mentoring system to develop excellence in the „high achiever‟ group of students. Advanced learners (top five) are identified on the basis of performance in exams and through classroom interaction. They are intensively coached by teachers and are specially guided in their weaker areas. A system of peer-mentoring is also followed as these students are also involved in teaching their weaker peers. Additional library facilities and study materials are provided to them. These students are encouraged to participate in inter-collegiate activities to further enhance and hone their skills. Special efforts taken by teachers have resulted in marked improvement in the performance of students.
2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.)?
Result analysis, attendance monitoring, mentoring help in identifying potential dropout students. Some students personally contact the Principal and teachers for assistance. It has been observed that students from economically weaker stratum and girl students tend to drop out from the higher education system. Such students are given special support so that they manage to
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce complete their education. Potential drop-outs, mainly married girls and students who have failed examinations are specially guided by staff members regularly. Facilities in payment of fees, free ships and concessions are given if required. Attendance records and deadlines for assignments are given relaxation upon sympathetic consideration. Remedial coaching and counseling are also extended to them.
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process
2.3.1 How does the college plan and organize the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)
At the commencement of the academic year, an academic calendar is drawn by the Calendar Committee to schedule the academics and activities of the college. All teaching, learning and evaluation schedules are planned in consultation with the Heads of Departments and this information is displayed on the college website and notice boards. Departments plan their activities in accordance with the academic calendar. Month-wise tutorial/practical schedules are prepared and displayed. Every teacher writes a daily diary, showing the teaching plan and its implementation. Under the present credit-based semester and grading system, evaluation is a continuous process, and it is monitored by the examination committee. Setting of question papers, conducting exams, coding and masking of answer-books, assessment and moderation, declaration of results, re-evaluation procedures, etc are planned by the committee and publicized well in advance for the benefit of all the stakeholders, through circulars, notices and classroom announcements.
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching–learning process?
The Academic Development Committee (ADC) is an adjunct body of the IQAC created specifically to plan, recommend and monitor Teaching, Learning &Evaluation processes in the college. This committee sets the blueprint for all academic and co-curricular activities of the college. Proposals concerning academic calendar, ICT intervention, library resources, etc. are discussed in both IQAC and ADC where the Principal is the ex-officio chairman. The IQAC is composed of senior faculty members and the librarian. It interacts formally and informally with Heads of Departments/Coordinators of programmes and suggests steps to enhance Teaching & Learning. An example of such path-breaking steps advised by the IQAC is modernizing the ICT infrastructure of the college. Audio amplifiers for lecture delivery have been installed, more computers procured and LCD projectors fitted. The Mentoring system has brought in an effective and enhanced learning process while a well-stocked library has added to creating effective learning resources. A streamlined feedback process has been established to ensure accountability and responsibility. Senior teachers and experts from other institutions are invited to speak to the teachers about the various Teaching Learning processes that are prevalent elsewhere and these are customized at the college level. The IQAC also advises on the seminars and conferences to be held in the college which ensures comprehensive learning in a practical manner.
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2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details on the support structures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning, collaborative learning and independent learning among the students?
Teachers adopt innovative and suitable teaching methods to make learning more student-centric. Portable LCD projectors, OHPs, interactive boards, maps, charts, models, simulation techniques, newspaper clippings and other required facilities are used by teachers to make learning interactive, interesting and enjoyable. Students are involved in the learning process through various activities and events at the inter- collegiate and intra-collegiate levels. Teachers hold group discussions, interactive sessions, seminars, library sessions, and arrange industrial and field visits. The internal projects, which are a part of continuous assessment, provide scope for independent learning. Participation in co- curricular activities such as debates, subject related quizzes, crossword, poster making, etc encourage both interactive and independent learning. Associations in various subjects conduct theme-based competitions every year. Students can freely display their artistic and intellectual work on the notice boards. Peer learning is encouraged.
2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators?
Besides regular classroom teaching, debates, elocution competitions, presentations, group discussions, panel discussions, visits to industrial and research institutions like IIG and IUCAA, museums, Mantralaya, High Court, Stock Exchange, Mani Bhavan, JNPT, Vatsalya Trust (Old age home and orphanage), etc. are arranged to generate interest and kindle a spirit of inquiry among students. Various Certificate and Diploma Courses in subjects such as Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Tally, Saral Hindi, Urdu, Accountancy, Research Methodology in Chemistry, Personality Development and English Speaking are conducted in the College to enable the students to supplement their knowledge and skills. Students are also encouraged and guided to participate in educational programmes and contests conducted in other institutions such as Avishkar and Summer School of University of Mumbai. Participation in language and literature competitions and several other fine art competitions helps them to develop their creativity and nurture their innovative ability. Research among students is encouraged. Topics for assignments and projects are chosen in a way that makes the student reach out to various industrial units, libraries and other e-resources. Structured research projects are also given to students and the presentation and execution of these nurtures analytical thinking. Once triggered, these learners go on to explore the world with well-developed minds and creativity. Teachers encourage students to question and debate in daily lectures. Impromptu discussions on various topics help them analyze issues and discard preconceived notions. They learn to break stereotypes and broaden their vision.
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2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? E.g.: Virtual laboratories, e-learning - resources from National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc.
The college has ICT enabled seminar room and classrooms. The library has a digital database, e- resources, e-journals, e-books, CDS, DVDs, internet reference resources, which are accessible to students. Skype is used for video lecturing and interactive learning. Teachers accept online assignments/projects through email. Study material is emailed to students by faculty. Live streaming of important events such as eclipses, budgets discussions, sports programmes, Nobel prize announcements, etc are also done.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops, etc.)?
Workshops, seminars and conferences are conducted within the college on various topics, which are addressed by reputed resource persons. These are attended by students and staff members. Students are encouraged to participate in educational programmes organized by other colleges and institutions. They are encouraged to refer to library resources and e-resources to enhance their learning. Frequent debates and presentations on global issues and contemporary topics inspire them to carry on intensive research, thus increasing their analytical abilities and learning. Teachers are encouraged to attend conferences, workshops and seminars at regional, national and even at international level organized by various Associations, Institutions and University. They act as panelists, judges, referees and also present papers on such occasions. The teachers periodically attend refresher courses, orientation programmes and short term courses conducted by the academic staff colleges sponsored by the UGC according to the requirements, to update, enrich and refresh their knowledge. The college funds these activities for teachers and students. Teachers also carry out a number of interdisciplinary events and programmes, minor and major research projects and share the learning resources.
2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional/counseling/mentoring /academic advise) provided to students?
1. Regular professional counseling services are available in the College for students. Under an MOU, a trained Counselor from Growth Centre located at Chembur, Mumbai, visits the College twice a week and resolves students‟ problems on a one-to-one basis. In the beginning of every year, orientation is given to all students of first year classes regarding the need for getting timely counseling and the availability of such services in the College. Notices and message boards stating the venue and time of counseling are prominently displayed for the benefit of students. Ten to twenty percent students have benefitted from this service.
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2. Regular medical counseling service is also available in the campus. A male and a female doctor visit twice a week and offer health counseling to students on a one-to-one basis. A number of students, particularly girls have benefitted from this service. The College has MOU‟s with the Guru Nanak Hospital and Krishna Cardiac Center and Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Hospital. 3. The college is situated close to the government hospital, also doctors are available on call in case of an emergency. Doctors are invited to the college to speak on health, hygiene issues and preventive measures. 4. The counselors conduct lectures on stress management, time management and goal setting techniques before the commencement of examinations. Sessions conducted on memory enhancement have helped a majority of students. 5. In order to give regular support and guidance to students, a mentoring system with teacher mentors and peer-mentors has been developed. This has paved the way for the newly admitted students to resolve their difficulties in time, adapt to the new environment and to channelize their abilities in the right direction. In addition, need-based academic and personal counseling is given to students by the senior staff members. Parents are also counseled wherever required especially when the students fail in exams, do not attend lectures or indulge in unfair means in the exams. 6. Career Counseling and Guidance Cell and Placement Cell in the College conduct a series of lectures, seminars and workshops, invite industrial experts to create awareness on various career opportunities to students of different programmes. Departments also conduct career oriented lectures which are a part of their curriculum. As a result, many students get selected in Campus Placement Drives, many plan for their higher studies and also prepare for competitive exams. Books, question banks and magazines are also available in the library to prepare for the competitive exams.
2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning?
The faculty members are constantly encouraged to innovate and adopt alternative teaching methods. Facilities like computers, projectors, laptops, interactive smart boards, high speed internet, literature through books and e-resources are provided for this purpose. Some of the innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by faculty are: Internet-led teaching, use of recorded lectures available on you-tube/websites of reputable University. Simulation exercises like mock court, mock budget, exhibition on understanding budget survey of plants, etc. Use of models, visuals, maps and charts. Display of paper clippings on current happenings, journals and internet materials. Inter-disciplinary lectures and brainstorming sessions. Seminars, workshops, conferences, field trips, group discussions and use of role-play.
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Giving projects/assignments topics on core issues and enabling self-learning and peer- learning by students. Screening of curriculum-related films by departments for various courses. Conducting syllabus-based competitions such as Puzzles, Sudoku, Crossword, Essay writing, Ad making and quizzes. Taking students to theme-based library exhibitions and orientations Training students to participate in various educational programmes conducted in the college and in other colleges. Encouraging students to make class presentations on assignments and other topics, using PowerPoint. Sharing important web resources and reference books with students so as to inculcate a research culture in them.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process?
The library is well-stocked with books, reference materials, e-resources like e-journals, CDs, DVDs, etc. Learning is enhanced and enriched through the use of these e-tools. 1. At the beginning of the programmeme, the first year students are oriented by the librarian about the library, its available resources like books, journals, e-resources, borrowing facility and the guidelines to be followed in the library. 2. The details of new book arrivals are emailed by the librarian to the respective teachers, and the staff concerned use the same and inform the students of their availability. 3. Post-Graduate students are issued text books for the year in order to avoid problems of return and reissue periodically, and also to enable them to use the books continuously, since they are mostly working students. 4. New resources for students are also posted on the college website. 5. Students are given guidance on reference books and web resources for projects. 6. Newspaper reading sessions are conducted regularly. 7. Librarian displays press clippings on student notice-boards. 8. Open Access system in library has increased library use by students. 9. Library is open on Sundays also for the benefit of working students. 10. Information on latest happenings is displayed. 11. Library has a good collection of Braille books for the visually challenged students. 12. A separate arrangement is made for staff members. 13. Free internet facility is also available in the library for students. 14. Teachers orient the students for referencing and guide them to prepare assignments and projects. 15. In addition to the facilities in the general library, the departmental libraries are also made available to students.
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2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If „yes‟, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these.
Yes. Due to the Credit Based Semester and Grading System of continuous evaluation, the teachers have a packed schedule and are stretched in time for completion of the curriculum. Besides this, unforeseen contingencies like absence due to participation in statutory programmeme, manpower transition gaps, Universityersity assessment, public holidays, etc. pose a challenge for timely completion of the curriculum within the planned timeframe and calendar. To bridge these gaps and to compensate for the backlog thus created, teachers conduct compensatory lectures, and at times, appointments are also made on clock hourly basis to fill-in manpower gaps. Teachers substitute for the absentism of colleagues, so as to avoid loss of teaching time. Sometimes, lectures are also engaged on Sundays and Diwali/winter breaks to make up for missed classes. Lectures are also frequently conducted at the end of the academic year to prepare for the next academic year.
2.3.11 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning?
The performance of the teaching staff is monitored using formal and informal mechanisms. A TAQ (Teacher Assessment Questionnaire) filled by the students, is analyzed by an external agency and the result is conveyed to the staff members by the Principal. Departmental meetings provide a platform for discussion about examinations, results and improvisation steps to be undertaken with regards to the teaching-learning. The Academic Audits conducted regularly provide a clear roadmap for the future and develop a spirit for continuous improvement of teachers. Senior teachers, Heads and In-charges of Departments monitor and guide new recruits to ensure continuous improvement in teaching learning. Principal‟s interaction with students and his constant availability and easy accessibility enable him to get first-hand information on the effectiveness of teaching. Students‟ Council is active and communicates its suggestions to the Principal and Administration. Exit and course feedback collected from students and placement of suggestion boxes at prominent places like Library and office provide students ample scope to give their honest and anonymous views to the administration for improvement of the quality of teaching and learning.
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2.4. Teacher Quality
2.4.1 Provide the following details and elaborate on the strategies adopted by the college in planning and management (recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum.
Highest Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor Total Qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent Teachers:
D.Sc./D.Litt. ------Ph.D. 01 - 01 04 01 04 11 M.Phil. - - - - 02 - 02 P.G - - 03 01 05 03 12 C.A - - 01 - - - 01 Total 01 - 05 05 08 07 26 Temporary Teachers Ph.D. - - - - - 01 01 M.Phil. - - - - - 01 01 PG - - - - 03 10 13
Total - - - - 03 12 15
Part-time Teachers Ph.D. ------M.Phil. ------PG - - - - 01 01 02 Total - - - - 01 01 02 Grand Total 01 - 05 05 12 20 43
The college has faculty strength of 41 full-time teachers, 02 part-time teachers besides a number of visiting faculties. The posts of sanctioned staff are filled-in as per the University and Government guidelines. The procedure is as follows: 1. Getting an NOC for filling up vacant posts from the Government.
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2. Getting the draft advertisement approved from the University and advertising in national newspapers. 3. Qualified and eligible candidates are invited to face an interview by the selection committee constituted as per University norms. 4. Selected candidates are issued appointment letters as per the norms. A monthly remuneration is sanctioned till the Government salaries are released.
Timely incentives, constant encouragement towards research and many staff-welfare measures help to retain staff. The staff is encouraged to attend refresher courses and orientation programmes for which special leave is granted and the registration fees are reimbursed. Teachers are motivated to go for Faculty Improvement Programme under the UGC to pursue research leading to their acquiring PhD. degrees with full salary and other benefits.
In the self-financing courses, a number of teachers are appointed with required specializations on contractual basis. Apart from the consolidated salary, annual increment is given. Incentives for research and for publishing papers, attending conferences/seminars are some of the healthy steps which ensure retention of faculty.
A number of visiting faculties drawn from the industry are engaged to take lectures and paid attractive remuneration thus enabling effective teaching of the changing curriculum. Teachers of the Self-Financed section who have completed three years of service are given an equal share in the provident fund contribution by the Management.
2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/scarcity of qualified senior faculty to teach new programmes/modern areas (emerging areas) of study being introduced (Biotechnology, I.T, Bioinformatics, etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years.
For the programmes and the specialized courses, where the government funding is not available, a number of highly qualified, competent visiting and guest faculties are appointed. These faculty members are usually professionals with vast industrial experience in their specialized areas, whose services are very effective and useful to students. In the self-financing programmes, the majority of the teaching staff is guest faculty. Expert lectures and workshops are conducted wherever required. This ensures dissemination of updated practical knowledge to the students in the emerging areas. Inter-departmental or inter-disciplinary exchange of lectures is carried out in order to cope up with the teaching of emerging areas. For example, Mathematics and IT departments associate with each other.
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2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality.
The College is committed to continually improving the teacher quality. Teachers are encouraged to participate in various quality developmental programmes such as refresher courses, orientation conducted by UGC Academic Staff Colleges in India or any other recognized institutions. The registration fees and the travel expenses incurred by teachers are fully reimbursed by the college. In addition, they are given fully paid leave to attend the programmes. Adjustments in Time Tables are made to complete the teaching. Teachers are also constantly motivated to pursue research leading to PhD degree under Faculty Improvement Programme of the UGC. Such teachers are given paid leave and full protection in all service benefits to complete their degrees. a) Nomination to staff development programmes
Academic Staff Development Number of faculty Programmes nominated Refresher courses 6 HRD programmes - Orientation programmes 3 Staff training conducted by the University - Staff training conducted by other - institutions Summer / winter schools, workshops, FIP, 3 etc.
b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution to empower and enable the use of various tools and technology for improved teaching-learning
Faculty Development Programmes organized by the institution TOTAL Teaching learning methods/ approaches 3 Handling new curriculum 1 Content/knowledge management - Selection, development and use of enrichment materials - Assessment 4 Cross cutting issues - Audio Visual Aids/multimedia 1 OER‟s - Teaching learning material development, selection and use 01
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C) Percentage of faculty Average Invited as resource persons in Workshops /Seminars/ Conferences 11 organized by external agencies. Participated in external Workshops/ Seminars/ Conferences recognized by 54 national/ international professional bodies Presented Papers in Workshops/ Seminars/ Conferences conducted or 28 recognized by professional agencies
2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (e.g. providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications, teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmes industrial engagement, etc.)
Completion of refresher courses, orientation courses, summer/winter schools are mandatory for career advancement of teachers. Teachers are relieved from college and encouraged to complete these within the stipulated time. Financial and administrative support is extended to staff for attending conferences/seminars and workshops and special leave is sanctioned. Many teachers have availed of the leave under Faculty Improvement Pogramme me of the UGC, to pursue research leading to Ph.D. degrees. A financial award is also extended to teachers who publish papers in peer reviewed journals. Besides these, a provision for seed money for research projects is also made in the budget of the college. Space and infrastructural support are extended to staff members. Teachers are encouraged to take up Post Graduate teaching (M.Com, M.A, M.Sc., MBA in other Colleges or University departments. They are also motivated and supported to become M.Phil./Ph.D guides. Administrative and infrastructural support is given to teachers to carry on minor/major projects of the University/UGC. Teachers are encouraged to subscribe to journals. The library procures course and reference books, CDs, magazines, etc. as required.
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2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards/recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty.
Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar- 1. Received Best Researcher Award in June 2014
Dr. Pushpinder Gupta Bhatia - 1. Received two Best Paper Awards. 2. Awarded Ph.D. by the University of Mumbai 3. Presented paper at the international conference of magnetism, South Korea; awarded travel grant by UGC.
Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar : 1. Received two Best Paper Awards 2. Awarded M. Phil by Madhurai Kamaj University
Dr. Ramchandran Nadar 1. Awarded Ph.D. by University of Mumbai
Dr. Medha T. 1. Awarded Ph.D. by University of Mumbai
Dr. Madhuri Kulkarni 1. Awarded Ph.D. by the University of Mumbai
Mr. Prashant Lohani 1. Awarded M. Phil by Madhurai Kamaj University
2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external peers? If yes, is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching-learning process?
Yes. Every year the students fill up a structured questionnaire on their teachers‟ performance. This data is analyzed by an external agency, and teachers are informed of their strengths and weaknesses by the Principal. The Academic Audits also provide an external monitoring of the teaching process. Confidential reports and self-appraisal forms are filled-in by the staff members and these are validated by the Heads of Departments and finally by the Principal. These processes enable teachers to introspect and improvise.
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The senior teachers of other colleges are appointed as moderators in evaluation of various courses, and they are asked to give their remarks on the quality of assessment, syllabus coverage in question papers and other aspects. Negative reports if any are conveyed to the teacher concerned by the Principal for necessary corrective action.
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms
2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes? 1. The evaluation process is transparent and rules and regulations are clearly stated in the College prospectus. The College website has a link to the University website, which keeps updating information related to examinations. 2. Detailed notices and circulars regarding the evaluation process are put up on the Notice Boards for wide publicity and also circulated in the classroom. Flex boards stating examination rules are displayed. 3. Boards of Study in various courses conduct meetings related to evaluation, and staff members are deputed to attend them. 4. Exam orientation lectures are conducted by the exam committee regularly for the students. 5. The staff members are informed of the same in the formal meetings held, and through notices and circulars. They also inform the students regularly. 6. Teachers, Mentors also inform the students regarding the evaluation processes. 7. Management is apprised of the changes in evaluation system at the LMC meetings. 8. Parents are informed of the evaluation process in the orientation sessions conducted at the beginning of every academic year.
2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the University that the institution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution on its own?
The University of Mumbai has introduced the Continuous Internal Assessment system, with assignments, internal tests, class participation and student engagement. The college has adopted these and all evaluation procedures are strictly followed as per the University norms. The reforms initiated by the University for its examinations such as centralized assessment programme, preparation of model answers and scheme of marking before assessments starts, moderation of assessment, issue of photocopy of answer books to students, provision for verification of marks, revaluation and scaling down of internal marks are strictly adopted in the College, for the college examinations. The college has infrastructure to follow the entire exam paper delivery system for TY examination. The college has initiated some steps in the evaluation procedure, on its own, such as: 1. Display of exam schedules at the beginning of the year. 2. Conducting class tests after completion of every unit and term-end preliminary exams. 3. These steps have ensured transparency and fairness in evaluation at the college level.
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2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the evaluation reforms of the University and those initiated by the institution on its own?
The Principal, along with the examination committee, headed by a Vice-Principal, ensure effective implementation of evaluation reforms. The staff members are thoroughly trained regularly in respect of the evaluation reforms when introduced. They are encouraged to attend preparatory meetings, orientation programmes organized by the University bodies. In tune with the University guidelines, relevant measures are introduced at the college level. Wide publicity is done through circulars, displays and notices for the knowledge of all stakeholders. The administrative staff in the college is made aware of the procedure and is actively involved in implementation. Students and parents are oriented at the beginning of the programmes.
2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adapted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system.
The University of Mumbai introduced the credit system with a view to implement formative and summative evaluation so as to enhance learning. The Continuous Internal Assessment of students ensures the formative and summative evaluation in Teaching-Learning process. Internal tests are conducted and assignments regularly given to students. Based on their performance in the course of teaching, teachers and students can take steps to improve the TL process. Further, the semester end exams are conducted, and students prepare for them with model questions/question bank that are kept in the library for reference.. Students are encouraged regularly, to take every unit of study seriously that adds to the Cumulative Grade Point Average, on which their performance is evaluated.
Activities under formative evaluation
Particulars Marks (per semester)
Class tests 20 marks
Home assignments/ Project work /Case study 10 marks Class Participation 05 marks
Overall Performance/ Conduct/Behaviour 05 marks Power point presentation/ Review of research paper related to syllabus topic/ Presentation of research paper related to 40 marks syllabus topic/Project Work assigned
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This has created a positive impact on the learners and the system in general, viz; Improved attendance in classes Improved performance in test/exams Greater participation in the class Better student – teacher relationship Confidence building Better placement due to improved employability Development of healthy attitude Increased library usage Improved use of ICT Enhancement of presentation skills
Activities under summative evaluation
Semester-end theory examination 60 marks
Semester-end practical examination 50 marks
Additional tests exams are conducted for students who have not appeared in the regular internal test and semester-end exams.
2.5.5 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills, etc). The continuous evaluation system for the Under Graduate and Post Graduate courses is determined by the Mumbai University. The internal assessment system with 40% weightage has been introduced in a phased manner from the first year to third year since 2011-12.The rules and regulations relating to the Internal Assessment are duly communicated to the students through notices, prospectus, website and clearly explained to the students by the teachers concerned. The members of the examination committee provide further clarification, if needed, to the students on a one-to one- basis. Transparency and confidentiality are ensured by collecting multiple question paper sets which are chosen only by the Principal and the Exam Committee Chairman.
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The present system evaluates students on the basis of tests, assignments, projects, presentations and viva-voc which promote regularity, class participation and regular attendance among students. (Refer to the table in 2.5.4. for the weightage given to different components of internal assessment).
2.5.6 What are the graduates attributes specified by the college/affiliating University? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students? Graduate attributes of Guru Nanak College are: Students must become learners, employable and equipped with skills to become a competent human resource. These are specified in the Vision, Mission, Motto and quality policy of the college. Every curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activity of the college aims at the student attaining the virtues of service to society, gender and environment sensitivity, social justice and national pride along with professional skills. These are emphasized and manifested through the course content, projects, assignments, competitions, skill based courses, membership of the NSS, DLLE, various committees and associations.
2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level? At the College level, the examination committee looks into the grievances of students with reference to evaluation. Grievances related to evaluation are communicated by students to the Principal and are addressed through verification of marks, providing photocopies of answer sheets and revaluation of answer papers. Answer books are re-assessed by an external examiner in certain cases. The mechanism is the same at both the College and University level. For any doubts and apprehensions on the evaluation at the College level, the students can approach the Principal or Vice-Principals and have them clarified. At the University level, the students have to approach the Controller of Examinations through the College.
2.6 Student performance and Learning outcomes
2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If yes, give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these? The learning outcomes are clearly listed in the learning objectives of every course, as prescribed by the University/Board of Studies. The curricula for all courses contain these objectives. The college broadly includes these in its own objectives and Quality Policy. They are displayed at
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce prominent places in the Campus and on the website. They are also printed in the Prospectus. Some of the learning objectives are conceptual understanding, holistic development, growing in pace with changing environment, creating employable students, independence of thought, discipline, social responsibility and character building. Staff members plan and implement their academic engagements keeping these objectives in mind. Students, through the various Teaching, Learning &Evaluation processes, undergo the transformation that is expected out of these objectives.
2.6.2 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the student‟s results/achievements. (Programme/course-wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.
The continuous evaluation system ensures that the students are assessed regularly through the duration of the programme. The Internal tests along with assignments and projects make the evaluation process an ongoing one. The marks of internal evaluation and semester exams are revealed together after the result declaration. Parents of weak performers are called and counseled during the result distribution. The details of toppers/ rank-holders are displayed in the College website and Magazine. They are rewarded suitably on the Annual Day. The following tables show the analysis of the students‟ results in various programmes.
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Programme: T. Y. B.Sc. (Chemistry)
Total No. of students Passing Percent Distribution of result
Unive I class II class III class Year College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 27 14 51.85 63.77 - 14 51.85 - 2010-11 31 17 54.80 56.88 5 16.13 11 35.48 1 3.23 2011-12 17 13 76.47 47.51 5 29.41 7 41.18 1 5.88 2012-13 16 10 62.50 50.25 2 12.50 8 50.00 -
T. Y. B.Sc. (Chemistry)
76.47 80 63.77 70 62.5 56.88 51.85 54.8 60 47.51 50.25 50 College 40 30 University 20 10 0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B.Sc. (Mathematics)
Total No. of students Passing Percent Distribution of result
Unive I class II class III class Year College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2010-11 10 5 50 49.47 2 20.00 3 30.00 - 2011-12 15 6 40 47.51 1 6.67 5 33.33 - 2012-13 16 10 62.50 50.25 2 12.50 8 50.00 -
T. Y. B. Sc. (Maths)
70 62.5
60 50 49.47 47.51 50.25 50 40 40 College 30 University 20 10 0 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B.Com.
Total No. of students Passing Percent Distribution of result
Unive I class II class III class Year College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 235 199 84.68 63.67 76 32.34 109 46.38 14 5.96 2010-11 249 223 89.56 62.00 57 22.89 142 57.03 24 9.64 2011-12 222 210 94.59 81.53 194 87.39 16 7.21 - 2012-13 258 246 95.35 81.13 234 90.70 12 4.65 -
T. Y. B.Com.
94.59 95.35 100 89.56 84.68 81.53 81.13
80 63.67 62 60 College 40 University
20
0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B. A. Total No. of Passing Percent Distribution of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 31 27 87.00 75.12 07 22.58 18 58.06 02 6.45 2010-11 38 34 89.50 73.75 12 31.58 17 44.74 05 13.16 2011-12 48 44 91.67 78.56 17 35.42 21 43.75 06 12.50 2012-13 52 44 84.62 76.66 09 17.31 34 65.38 01 1.92
T. Y. B. A.
89.5 91.67 100 87 84.62 78.56 75.12 73.75 76.66 80
60 College 40 University
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0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B.M.M. (Mass Media)
Total No. of students Passing Percent Distribution of result
Unive I class II class III class College Year Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 20 15 75 72.73 11 55.00 1 5.00 3 15.00 2010-11 38 35 92.10 94.31 28 73.68 3 7.89 4 10.53 2011-12 55 41 74.55 91.32 33 60.00 6 10.91 2 3.64 2012-13 25 21 84.00 92.34 17 68.00 3 12.00 1 4.00
T. Y. B. M. M. (Mass Media)
92.1 94.31 91.32 92.34 100 84 75 72.73 74.55 80
60 College 40 University
20
0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B.Com. (Banking and insurance) Total No. of Passing Percent Distribution of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 37 37 100 95.69 37 100 - - 2010-11 43 43 100 94.81 39 90.70 1 2.33 3 6.98 2011-12 42 36 85.71 81.46 29 69.05 3 7.14 4 9.52 2012-13 47 42 89.36 84.40 25 53.19 6 12.77 11 23.40
T. Y. B. Com. (Banking and insurance)
100 100 95.69 94.81 100 85.71 89.36 81.46 84.4 80
60 College 40 University
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0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B. Sc. (Information Technology)
Total No. of students Passing Percent Distribution of result
Unive I class II class III class Year College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 60 31 51.67 51.11 25 41.67 3 5.00 3 5.00 2010-11 58 36 62.07 49.13 27 46.55 4 6.90 5 8.62 2011-12 48 28 58.33 51.22 24 50.00 4 8.33 - 2012-13 84 43 51.19 47.40 32 38.10 11 13.10 -
T. Y. B. Sc. (Information Technology)
70 62.07 58.33 60 51.67 51.11 51.22 51.19 49.13 47.4 50 40 College 30 University 20 10 0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B. M.S. Total No. of Passing Percent Distribution of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2010-11 55 41 74.55 67.54 30 54.55 5 9.09 6 10.91 2011-12 52 43 82.69 68.46 30 57.69 1 1.92 12 23.09 2012-13 59 46 77.97 66.14 30 50.85 9 15.25 7 11.86
T. Y. B. M. S.
82.69 90 74.55 77.97 80 67.54 68.46 66.14 70 60 50 College 40 University 30 20 10 0 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
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Programme: T. Y. B.A.F Total No. of Passing Percent Distribution of result students
Unive I class II class III class Year College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2011-12 27 23 85.19 93.85 21 77.78 1 3.70 1 3.70 2012-13 58 53 91.38 92.41 52 89.66 1 1.72 -
T. Y. B. A. F
93.85 92.41 94 91.38 92 90 88 85.19 86 84 82 80
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Programme: M. Com (II) (Accountancy) Total No. of Passing Percent Distribution of result students Year Unive I II III College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2011- 07 07 100 84.63 1 14.29 5 71.43 1 14.29 12 2012- 21 19 90.47 81.46 7 33.33 12 57.14 - - 13
M. Com (II) (Accountancy)
100 90.47 100 84.63 81.46
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This analysis is also done by using statistical tools to correlate the performance of the students with their attendance and learning capacities. Results have improved markedly due to continuous assessment.
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2.6.3 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes? The faculty, along with the regular teaching, plans activities and strategies to fulfill the learning outcomes. Some outcomes and strategies planned to ensure their fulfillment are listed below: Conceptual understanding: Teachers take concerted efforts to make the students understand the basics of courses in depth. Students are encouraged to organize and conduct intra and inter- collegiate activities under the guidance of teachers. Seminars on contemporary issues, special guest lectures by external experts, GDs, Field visits, Industrial visits, etc are conducted to keep the students abreast of the latest happenings/events and to grow in pace with the changes. People from industry are invited to teach special subjects so that students get first hand practical information in specialized areas. Holistic development: Certificate courses on personality development and proficiency, workshops on interview skills development, counseling activities, soft skills programmes are conducted. Student participation in activities of cultural and sports committees, the NSS and DLLE units, co-curricular associations, is encouraged. Dance and Music are taught free of charge. Discipline & Social Responsibility: Programmes under the NSS, DLLE, ISR and other activities such as cultural, sports, celebration of Independence/Republic Day are a regular feature. These programmes infuse a sense of ethics and national pride among the learners. AIM center coaches students to appear in competitive exams. 2.6.4 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (quality jobs, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude) of the courses offered? 1. The College has introduced programmes like BMS, BMM, B.Sc (IT), specialized programmes in B.Com such as Banking and Insurance, Accounting and Finance. These programmes are widely welcomed by students since they enable them to get direct employment and select quality jobs with specializations. Since these students are taught by experts from industry, they develop the aptitude for research and innovation, and this creates a spirit of entrepreneurship due to first hand industry experience. 2. The students appear in aptitude tests, and the results reveal their strengths and weaknesses. Select courses/programmes are suggested to them accordingly. 3. The Career Guidance and Placement cell conducts workshops and seminars on career prospects for students of different programmes, actively liaisons with industry and brings employment opportunities into the college. Internships are also arranged in industries. 4. Annapoorna pogramme, a unique venture under the DLLE promotes entrepreneurship among students. Students also prepare herbal cosmetics/products under the guidance of the Botany Dept.
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5. The College also trains students for various competitive examinations such as the UPSC and the MPSC, guides them to appear in tests such as NET and SLET. The necessary reading material for the same are made available in the library.
2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyse data on student learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning? 1. Obtaining feedback, formal and informal, is a regular practice for all activities conducted for students, and this forms a clear base for designing the future course of action. The introduction of specialized job-oriented courses is the outcome of this feedback mechanism. 2. Teachers are encouraged to participate in collection of first hand information of students‟ needs, and their suggestions are considered. Teachers encourage the students to meet them outside the classroom hours and give them extra time to solve their doubts. 3. Students have access to the Principal who uses their feedback and suggestions to improve and upgrade the Teaching, Learning and Evaluation mechanism in the college. 4. Regular feedback is taken from the Personal counselor. Accordingly, time management and exam stress management sessions were conducted for all students. 5. Students with financial difficulties are allowed to pay fees in easy installments. In many cases, fees are waived and wherever possible freeships and scholarships etc are granted to needy students. 6. The students are also given various facilities for improving and enhancing their learning such as free text books, remedial teaching, reading room, and place for study during examinations, electric points in open areas to use laptops, keeping the library open on Sundays for working students and need-based counseling.
2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes
1. The result of students is an indicator of the achievement of learning outcomes. 2. An analysis of feedback from stakeholders such as placement agencies and alumni is carried out and this is considered in planning programmes. 3. Teachers give feedback at the departmental meetings. 4. Evaluation of students‟ performance is done through employability tests. 5. Funds are provided to students for inter/intra-collegiate events. 6. Workshops for enhancement of leadership skills and several co-curricular programmes and activities are conducted.
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7. The activities of placement cell are monitored. 8. Emphasis is laid on student-centric engagement with student friendly procedures that will lead to easy comprehension.
2.6.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/evaluation as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If yes, provide details on the process and cite a few examples. Yes. The students are categorized on the basis of examination results and a need-based approach is used to enhance overall performance. Advanced learners are identified and coached intensively to excel in their performance. The rank holders in various programmes are felicitated on the Annual Day by the Management and rewarded suitably. Their details are exhibited in the College magazine. The students with 100% attendance are rewarded and recognized. These measures motivate all students to improve their academic performance. The above measures have given the college University toppers and enhanced results every year. The results are also used to identify weak and slow learners, who are then guided through remedial and extra coaching. The academically weaker students have developed other skills also along with an improvement in their academic performance.
Any other relevant information regarding Teaching-Learning and Evaluation which the college would like to include. The college caters largely to underprivileged sections of society and hence designs programmes which will hold their interest and prevent their dropping out. Financial aid is provided wherever possible and students and their parents counseled to continue with their education. Through all its activities - educational, co-curricular and extra-curricular, the college seeks to build students‟ skills, learning and organizational abilities. The college intends to build linkages and tie-ups with professional agencies and University so as to help and guide students in determining their future.
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce CRITERION III:
Research, Consultancy & Extension
‘Research is the bedrock of societal growth and development’. It helps to inculcate scientific temper, a spirit of inquiry, contributes to knowledge sharing and building of industry-academia linkages.
A majority of the staff members of Guru Nanak College are involved in active research, consultancy and extension activities. The college contributes to building and expanding research facilities in terms of infrastructure, learning resources and collaboration. Students are also encouraged to undertake research projects and assignments. These steps provide valuable enrichment to the academic programmes in the college.
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CRITERION – III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY & EXTENSION
3.1Promotion of Research
3.1.1Does the institution have recognized research centre of the affiliating University or any other agency/ organization?
A research centre has been set up in the subject of Hindi and two more are being set up in the Departments of Physics and Chemistry in affiliation with Mumbai University. Students of Mass Media make use of a Media Research Centre. A number of students are being guided for their Ph.D/M.Sc. degrees in the Departments of Hindi and Chemistry.
3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact.
Yes. The institution has a Research Promotion Committee (RPC) consisting of senior faculty from Arts, Science and Commerce streams, the Principal and an external researcher as an advisor. The RPC has been constituted with the following objectives in mind: To instill analytical thinking abilities and develop innovative approach towards research To promote research activity amongst staff and students Provide information with respect to research projects and funding agencies To recommend to the management, measures and policies on promotion of research
The major recommendations of the committee, in the last three years have been: Organising lecture workshops on research paper writing and research methodology Having a corpus of seed money by the management to encourage research in staff Allocating funds as and when required so as to encourage research activities amongst undergraduate students. This has had a positive impact which is evident from the increase in the number of publications and in research activities To communicate to the staff information regarding workshops/conferences/seminars organised by external agencies To financially support, on a preferential basis, research by faculty from Self Financing Courses To encourage faculty members to apply for recognition as PhD guide
These recommendations of the RPC led the Management to adopt several steps towards inculcating and supporting research culture such as agreeing to provide seed money for research, improving the infrastructure in the Library, subscribing to more research journals, etc.
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3.1.3. What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and Implementation of research schemes/projects?
To facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research projects:
Complete autonomy is given to the Principal Investigator An advance of 20% of the funds is made available and on procurement of the amount from the funding agency, it is given first priority and released Investigators are given the required space, uninterrupted electricity, water supply and administrative support to help them in the research activities. Special leave is given to teachers to visit Research Institutes, Libraries and Laboratories in relation to their research activities Support is given in terms of technology (internet facilities) and information needs (Reference Journals, e- Journals, books, etc) The college facilitates timely auditing and submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities.
3.1.4. What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?
Promoting research culture and a spirit of inquiry among students is one of the objectives of the college. This is ensured through constant motivation and encouragement to students. All the academic, co-curricular and most of the extra-curricular activities of the college are aimed towards inculcating an analytical and insightful scientific temper amongst students.
Students participate in lecture series, seminars, workshops, conferences for which registration fees and travel expenses are reimbursed. Visits to Research Institutes like ICT, IUCAA, IIG, BARC, etc. expose students to possibilities of research as a career option. Students have undertaken Summer Research Pogrammes at some of these institutes. Departments allot research projects to students and topics given are contemporary and application-based. e.g. Dept. Of Economics encouraged students to conduct a field study on Labour Economics and Industrial Relations, Department of History has a special paper on Archival Research, Students of M.Com, BSc.(IT) have research -related projects as part of their curricula. Undergraduate students have successfully completed a 40 hours „Certificate Course in the subject of Chemistry, titled „Research Methodologies.‟ Students, under the guidance of faculty in the Dept. Of Physics completed a Research project on Synthesis and Analysis of a Ferrite material and presented their work at the Research festival „Avishkar‟ organised by the University of Mumbai. Research scholars pursuing PhD/ M.Sc. from reputable institutes were invited to interact with undergraduate students in the Physics Department under the theme „Inspire to Aspire‟ which has generated keen interest in research among undergraduate students.
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Students are involved in the organisation of Seminars and Conferences wherein they get opportunities to interact with and be motivated by resource persons and participants pursuing active research. The Science Association „Gignosco‟ and other departments also invite eminent scientists as guests and judges to mingle and interact with the students. Undergraduate students of Botany visited „Post Harvest Centre‟ at Talegaon to understand the techniques involved in post-harvest operations. Two undergraduate students of Chemistry sent their abstract entitled „Green synthesis of Biginelli product by using calcinated egg shell‟ and were selected to Summer School Innovation 2014, Mumbai University. The departments of Environmental Studies and History arranged a field visit to BNHS at Goregaon. Besides these, infrastructural facilities enable students to make their own presentations and reports.
3.1.5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research
Name of Faculty Department/ Research Guide University Subject
M.Sc., Ph.D. Dr. Vijay Dabholkar* Chemistry Mumbai University
Shri Jagdish Prasad Jhabarmal Ph.D. Tibrewala Dr. Pramoda S. Pillai* Chemistry M.Sc by research University and papers Mumbai University
Mumbai University Dr. Manpreet Kaur* Hindi Ph.D.
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open Commerce- Dr. Ramachandran* MBA University/ HRM Madurai Kamaraj University
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Yashwantrao Chavan Mr. T. Ramraj Commerce-Finance MBA Maharashtra Open University
M.Sc. by research & Dr. Pushpinder G Physics papers, Bhatia Mumbai University Ph.D
recognition
M.Sc. by Mumbai University Dr. Charuta Vaidya Botany research and
papers
* Guiding students
Research Projects:–
Name of staff Subject Project Area member
Dr.K R Shyam Economics Evolution and current status in Sundar Industrial Relations in Maharashtra
Dr. Pushpinder G Physics Dielectric properties of hexagonal Bhatia barium Titanate
Dr Charuta S Vaidya Botany and Fungal flora of Yeoor Hills, Thane and and Dr Pramoda S Chemistry Phytochemical analysis of some wood Pillai inhabiting and fleshy fungi, used as folk medicine.
Mr. Prashant Lohani Chemistry Case study of environmental monitoring with reference to types and levels of pollution in Kaalu river
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Staff members pursuing research towards acquiring PhD- Mr Paulraj - Accountancy Ms Nandita - History Mr Ramraj - Commerce Mr Santosh Pathare - Chemistry Mr Prashant Lohani - Chemistry
3.1.6 Give details of workshops / training programmes / sensitization programmes Conducted / organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students.
The Institution encourages Faculty and students to organise and participate in Seminars, Conferences, Workshops and Lectures so as to interact with eminent researchers and develop research acumen.
Staff:
Sr No Activity Topic Resource person / Institute
1 Workshop Use of ICT for research Mr. Shashi Panicker, Department of Economics, Acharya Marathe College, Mumbai.
2 Guidance lecture Applying for Research Dr. Deshmukh, ICT* projects Mumbai.
3 Guest lecture Use of statistical tools Dr. Singh, Director, GNVS in research Institute of methodologies Managementstudies.
4 Guest lecture Re-think, Re-learn and Dr. Hemlata Bagla, Vice Re-define Research Principal,K C College, Mumbai
5 How to write a Mr Ketan Vira,, faculty Guest lecture Research Paper GNVSIMS
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6 UGC sponsored Hindi Sahitya ko Shri Department of Hindi National Guru Granth Sahib ki Conference Den 7 UGC sponsored Samakaleen Hindi Department of Hindi National Kahani : Samvedana ke Conference Dharatal 8 UGC sponsored Research Trends on Department of Physics National Smart Materials Conference 9 International Videsho mein Hindi ka Department of Hindi Conference Swaroop Aur Sri Guru Granth Sahib ka Adhyayan
Students:
Sr. Activity Topic / Department Resource person / Institute No.
How to make a PPT Departments of Chemistry, 1. Workshop Physics and SFCs Dr Niraj Hatekar, Department of Economics, 2. Talk Department of Economics Mumbai University.
Ms Devyani Ganpule , Dept of Economics , Ruia 3. Talk Careers in Research College
4. Visit Department of Physics IUCAA & IIG
Maharashtra Institute for 5 Visit Department of Economics Labour Studies
Visit Advance study centre and 6 Department of Botany Research Lab, Vaze College
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Filtration plant at Shahapur. Visit 7 Department of Chemistry
8 Lectures Department of Physics Nehru Centre, Mumbai Dr S S Barve, Department Brave new world of 9 Guest Lecture of Biotechnology, Vaze Biotechnology College, Mumbai. Dr R T Sane,Director 10 Inaugural Lecture Science Association GNIRD G.N. Khalsa College, Mumbai Dr Karnik, Director, Sleep 11 Inaugural Lecture Science Association Institute, Thane
Apart from these activities, our visiting faculty guides students in their Research Projects (as part of the curriculum) in the Self Financing Courses.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise available with the institution
Sr. No. Name of Faculty Department Area of Research
1 Dr. Vijay Dabholkar Chemistry Medicinal extraction and synthesis 2. Dr Ramachandran N. Commerce Human Resource 3. Dr Shyamsundar K.R. Economics Labour Economics 4. Dr Pushpinder Physics Material Science G.Bhatia 5. Dr Pramoda S.Pillai Chemistry Analytical Techniques 6. Dr Medha T. Economics Banking, Entrepreneurship and Higher Education in Women 7. Dr Madhuri Kulkarni Environmental Tourism Studies 8. Dr Manpreet Kaur Hindi Hindi Literature (Medieval Poetry) 9. Dr Charuta Vaidya Botany Mycology
Dr Priya Vaidya Foundation Applications of Indian 10. Course Philosophy (Value based Education)
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11 Mr Ramraj T. Commerce Banking Services
12 Mr Prashant Lohani Chemistry Water Pollution
13 Ms Nandita Moitra History Environmental History 14 Ms Surinder Kaur Hindi Sikh Religion
15 Mr Santosh Pathare Chemistry Separation Techniques 16 Mr Mahesh Savale BMM Journalism 17 Mr Paulraj Commerce Banking and finance- Microfinance 18 Mr Swapnil Kosalge Physics Thin films
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
Teachers are encouraged to attend workshops, seminars and conferences where they identify eminent researchers and communicate with them. The college invites accomplished researchers to visit the campus and deliver talks/ special lectures and presentations on relevant research methodologies and to interact with teachers and students. Hospitality, honoraria are given by the college to these eminent speakers. Every Department has budgetary allocation for research. Conferences are organised and audiovisual and ICT facilities are made available for interesting and informative exchange among eminent researchers, speakers, students and teachers.
3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus?
A number of staff members (25%) have availed of leave under FIP-Faculty Improvement Programme of UGC to undertake research leading to Ph.D. This facility has resulted in quality enhancement of staff members and motivated other teachers to enrol for a Ph.D. Active research is an ongoing process resulting in presentations of papers at conferences, publishing of papers in reputable journals, applying for research projects and undertaking research at undergraduate level. This has also led to the initiation of a Research centre in the College and towards guiding research students.
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3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution in creating awareness/ advocating/ transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land)
Faculty members are encouraged to communicate the findings of their research activities for industry, government and societal use. In the Department of Economics,
Dr Shyamsundar‟s work on Labour Regulation in Maharashtra and Europe has been used for consultation by NCEUS (National Commission for Enterprises in the Unorganized Sector) set up by Government of India in 2006-07 Research article in EPW on Second National Commission of labour was used by National Labour Institute, Government of India Research reports on industrial regulations in Maharashtra /Tamil Nadu have been used a references by respective Governments Research report on evaluation of ADB (Asian Development Bank) Manila, has been taken up for dialogue with ADB by Global Union Federations such as Public Service International, building workers international etc. Chapter on „Employment Relations in India‟ featured in India Labour employment report published by the Institute for Human Development and The Indian Society for Labour Economics, has been used for guidance by government agencies such as Planning Commission In the Department of Chemistry, Dr Vijay Dabholkar was conferred the „best researcher‟ award by an international body Mr Prashant Lohani‟s research project on the levels of pollution in Kaalu river has highlighted the problem of water pollution in Ulhasnagar and the same has been communicated to the Municipal Corporation of Ulhasnagar
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research
3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization.
Two to three percent of the total budget is earmarked for funding of research activities. The college management has made provision for a budget to be used for research activities. This assistance supports creation of infrastructure, buying of chemicals and reference material in the various departments. Staff members from self-financing courses can avail of this assistance to pursue their research projects. All infrastructural support (uninterrupted power supply, space, administrative support) is provided by the Institution. The Institution has constituted a Publication Award of Rs 2000 per publication for the faculty who has published Research Papers / Articles in refereed Journals and Books having ISSN /ISBN number. The faculty is encouraged to conduct research by applying for grants from various funding agencies like UGC, MU, DST, ISSP, etc for major/minor projects.
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The college subscribes to a number of Research Journals and the Library has subscribed to UGC N-list pogramme. Students initiate and publish magazines like „e-minds‟ (Dept. of B.M.M.) and „Digital‟ (Dept. of B.Sc. I.T.)
3.2.2. Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the faculty for research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has availed the facility in the last four years?
Yes, there is a provision for providing seed money to the faculty for research. The Management has made provision for seed money for SFC research. Expenditure for Registration, TA/ DA, infrastructural provisions, e-facilities and recurring expenses to maintain equipment are borne by the Institute. 20% of the initial sanctioned amount (by the funding agency) is made available to the researcher to finance his/her initial requirements like purchase of chemicals, books, etc. There is a provision of Rs.1 lakh as an incentive to teachers for publication of papers and research articles in scientific journals.
Year Amount Disbursed 2011-12 Rs.1,00,000 Rs.12,000 2012-13 Rs.1,00,000 Rs. 16,000 2013-14 Rs.1,00,000 Rs. 16,000
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support research projects by students? Research culture is promoted among students and the expenses incurred to undertake these are borne by the college. In the undergraduate classes, research is undertaken in the form of projects. Remuneration is given to the faculty who work as Research guides for projects to be completed; eg faculty members guiding the students of T Y B Sc (IT). In the postgraduate classes (M.Com), students are guided by External Research guides in completing and submitting their Projects for which they are given remuneration. The Department of Physics collaborated with the Department of Chemistry to involve students in research activities under the pogramme „Inspire to Aspire‟, wherein undergraduate students prepared ferrite samples in the laboratory by co -precipitation methods for which the purchase of chemicals and use of analytical instruments was facilitated by the College. Besides projects, students are given financial support to visit research institutes, attend and participate in conferences /seminars related to research. Self financing courses like BMS and BMM have industry-related research projects and all the required facilities are provided by the college.
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3.2.4 How do the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavours and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research.
The institution has endeavoured to build research output and has been focusing on developing a meaningful corpus of research work by encouraging faculty and students across disciplines:- The faculty from different disciplines interacts with each other and exchange information on contemporary debates and emerging issues. Interdisciplinary Seminars and conferences are held with faculty and students who work and organise these events together. Academic experts from various fields come to the college to share their knowledge and experience with faculty and staff across disciplines. The faculties share resource material with each other and have access to various e- journals and web resources. Interdisciplinary activities such as field visits are conducted. Faculties jointly apply for UGC & University research projects.
A few of our successful interdisciplinary research endeavours are:- Dr Charuta S Vaidya (Department of Botany) and Dr Pramoda S Pillai (Department of Chemistry) successfully completed an interdisciplinary UGC sponsored Minor Research Project titled „Fungal flora of Yeor Hills,Thane and Phytochemical analysis of some wood inhabiting and fleshy fungi, used as folk medicines.‟ The Department of Physics and Chemistry collaborated to involve undergraduate students on a research project in Material Science and Technology, wherein students synthesised and precipitated Fe2O3 which was sent for structural analysis to Indian Institute of Geomagnetism. The work was presented at the research festival „Avishkar‟ organised by Mumbai University. The Departments of Environmental Studies and History collaborate to conduct field visits and other activities to enrich the knowledge of students in History, Archaeology and Environmental Science. A few challenges encountered during interdisciplinary research have been severe time constraints upon faculty with the rigors of syllabus completion on time and finding sufficient broad-based common areas for research and coordinating with different departments to achieve common aims.
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3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students?
The overall atmosphere of the college is conducive to research. Staff members share information and facilities available in different departments. Staff and students can freely use the facilities available, across the departments in the science faculty. Computer Labs and IT facilities are accessible to all faculty members as well as students. Faculty uses library –e resources and accesses journals online to write research articles and papers The library procures reference books and subscribes to journals which facilitate research The timetable is adjusted to ensure optimal use of the Library and Laboratories. The library remains open on Sundays The budgetary allocation for library has been increased Need based up-gradation of infra- structures undertaken. The Departments of Botany, Chemistry and Physics share equipment for optimal use. The faculty is updated on maintenance of instruments in workshops conducted internally or externally by WRIC (Western Regional Instrumentation Centre)
3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If „yes‟ give details.
The GNVS receives funds from well-wishers of the institute which are utilized for research. Chemicals required for research work in the Department of Chemistry are donated by Sanghvi and Sanghvi Pharmaceutical Laboratory.
3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years. The College provides administrative support by means of necessary permission letters, undertakings by the Institution and procedural informationrequired for smooth functioning and implementation of projects. Staff members have received travel grants for presenting papers at International Conferences. Dr Pushpinder G Bhatia received 100% travel award from the UGC for presenting paper at an International Conference on Magnetism held at South Korea in July 2012. Dr Madhuri Kulkarni has received partial support to present a paper at an International Conference in Japan in 2013.
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Nature Durati Name of Title of Nature of Total Grant Total of the on Investigator the the grant Sanctio Receive Project Year Project funding receiv ned d From agency ed till To date Minor 2010- Dr.Pushpind Dielectric Universit Rs.20,0 Rs.20,0 Full projects 2011 er G Bhatia properties y of 00 00 of Mumbai hexagonal barium titanate
2010- Mr.Prashant Full 2011 Lohani A case Universit Rs.10,0 Rs.10,0 study of y of 00 00 environme Mumbai ntal monitoring with reference to types and levels of pollution in Kalu River Minor 2006- Dr Charuta S Fungal UGC Rs Rs Full Researc 2008 Vaidya and flora of 80,000 80,000 h Dr Pramoda Yeor Hills, Project S Pillai Thane and phytochem ical analysis of some wood inhabiting and fleshy fungi, used as folk medicine.
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Researc 2007- Dr.Shyam Evolution ILO New - - - h 2008 Sundar and Delhi project current status in Industrial Relations Dr.Shyam in ILO 2007- Sundar Maharasht Geneva 2008 ra Dr.Shyam Sundar Labour ILO New 2010- Inspection Delhi 2011 in India and Non- Geneva regular workers in India: Social Dialogue and innovative practices
3.3 Infrastructure for Research
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus? A common Research Centre has been set up for staff and students pursuing research. The Institution has an exhaustive Library with Research Journals and N - LIST facility for reference work. Computers, laptops, printers, internet facilities for free downloading of research articles, photocopying and other requirements are in place. The Library is open on all 7 days of the week. Modern equipments, high quality chemicals, glassware etc. are available in the laboratories. The Hindi Research Centre is used extensively by research students. Space is being allotted for University-recognised Laboratories of Physics, Chemistry and Botany. A Media Research Centre is being set up for the students of Mass Media. Departmental Libraries support and encourage students and research scholars in Literature Survey.
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3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgrading and creating infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and emerging areas of research?
The institution aims at transforming itself to become a major research centre. Hence it has several strategies in place to upgrade and renovate the infrastructure to meet research requirements. They are :- Library and e-facilities are constantly upgraded. Collaborations with research institutes are established. The faculty is encouraged to organize, attend seminars and conferences and to apply for research projects from various funding agencies. Budgetary allocations are made to meet the growing requirements of Departments carrying out research work and for upgradation of instruments. A common Research Centre is being established for inter-disciplinary research.
3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facilities? If „yes‟ what are the instruments/facilities created during the last four years.
The college has striven to develop research and hence has received special grants from a few sources. They are:- Well wishers give donations to the GNVS trust, which uses them for development. Special grants obtained from the UGC have been utilised to purchase sophisticated instruments like Research Microscope (with attached camera), Spectrophotometer Flame Photometer,Muffle Furnace and SPSS software.
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus/other research laboratories? Collaborative research tie-ups are facilitated by faculty members. Eg. In the Department of Physics, Dr Pushpinder G. Bhatia has ongoing research tie up with ICT, IIG and the UDP. Due to these tie ups students have access to the facilities available in these institutes.In the Department of Chemistry, Mr Santosh Pathare, a Research Scholar under the guidance of Dr Praful Tekale (Khalsa College) is pursuing his research work at Encron Research Laboratory. The Library extends sharing of facilities with Libraries of TIFR, BCL, BNHS, American Library and Mumbai University. The facilities at Instrumentation Centre, Department of Chemistry, Mumbai University, K M Kundnani College of Pharmacy and G N Khalsa College are available to students and research scholars. Special Railway concessions are given to students in the vacations to pursue their research and use facilities available at premier research institutions. Laboratories are well equipped and logistical support (Travel Grants) is extended to staff members actively pursuing research.
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3.3.5 Provide details on the library/information resource centre or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers.
Our library is well developed and equipped with sufficient resources to support research. It has most of the features necessary for growing to become an important research centre. They are:- The Library is ICT enabled and has an open/easy access system. The Library is open on all seven days in the week. The college is an institutional member for N-list pogrammes of inflibnet. The Library as the main source of information has subscription to a large number of journals across the various streams including e-journals. Computer terminals are provided at regular places to help researchers to plug in their laptops and access information. A large number of reference books on an array of topics is available.
3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/created by the research institutes in the college, for e.g. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc.
The infrastructure of the college is used optimally to enhance the research facilities:- The college has upgraded the Library and the Laboratories through Grants received from UGC and University of Mumbai. The department of Chemistry has received instruments and chemicals from Sanghvi and Sanghvi Pharmaceutical Laboratory. Facilities at Instrumentation Centre, Department of Chemistry, Mumbai University, K M Kundnani College of Pharmacy and G N Khalsa College are available to students and research scholars. Faculty members involved in research use sophisticated instruments, latest reference books and journals, language lab, computers with updated software, etc. for pursuing research.
3.4 Research Publications and Awards
3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of:
Patents obtained and filed (process and product): 01 – Dr Vijay Dabholkar Original research contributing to product improvement: yes- Dr Vijay Dabholkar Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services: yes Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development: yes
The college mainly focuses on teaching at undergraduate level. Yet we have a number of faculties involved in active research which has resulted in obtaining and filing of a patent and in product improvement. The DLLE and the NSS unit have conducted surveys in the neighbourhood with respect to the lifestyle, health, education, employment and other social issues and have conducted a number of activities which have benefited the community. Research
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3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)? If „yes‟, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether such publication is listed in any international database?
An edited book titled „Guru Maniyo Granth‟ of Research articles/ papers was published on the occasion of the UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Hindi Bhakti Sahitya Ko Guru Granth Sahibji ki dain” organised by the Department of Hindi.
A book of abstracts was published at the UGC sponsored National Conference on „Research Trends in Smart Materials‟ – igniting young minds, organised by Department of Physics. The selected papers were reviewed by Dr Pushpinder G Bhatia, Associate Editor of the International Journal of Chemical and Physical Sciences and published in a Special Issue by the said Journal. Apart from this, the department of IT publishes annual magazine, „Digital‟ and students from self financing courses (BMM) publish „e-minds‟.
3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:
Publications per faculty Dr.K.R.Shyam Sundar:
Articles: International publication invite: had been invited to write a country paper on „Trade Union in India „by editors of a book proposed to be published by Routledge, London. - „How to measure a core labour standard? A study of freedom of association‟, Indian journal of Labour Economics vol.no.3, 2008. - „What should Indian trade unions do? An agenda for trade unions at the risk of sermonising‟ Indian Journal of Labour Economics, Vol.51, no.4, 2008. - Trade unions in India: from politics of fragmentation to politics of expansion and integration?‟ in John Benson and Ying Zhu (eds.), Trade Unions in Asia: an economic and sociological analysis -„Routledge , 2008.ISBN No.10-041541007X. Labour flexibility in India: Implicatons for decent work „, European institute for Asian Studies (EIAS) Newsletter May- June, 2011 - „Employees Relations in India is the post .reform period. Positive change &opportunities in Indian journal of Labour Economics Vol-54, no.1, 2011 Articles in Journal: “Industrial Violence and Labour Reforms,” Economic and Political Weekly, Vol.XLVII, No.41,pp, 35-40 ,(2012) “Industrial Conflict in Post Reform India: Some hard Questions on Labour Flexibility Regime,” Pravin Sinha and S.C. Srivatsava (Eds) Containing Workplace Conflicts: Role of Social Partners, The Book Line, New Delhi, (2012)
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The Contract Labour in India: The Battle Between Flexibility and Fairness “ ,in Dr.K.R.Shyam Sunder (Ed).Contract Labour India: Issues and Perspectives. Indian Society of Labour Economics, , New Delhi ,in association with Daanish Publishers, New Delhi.
Book Review: - In defence of global capitalism by Johan Norberg in Indian Journal of Labour Economics, Vol.50,No.2,2007. - Employee identity in Indian call centres by Ernesto Noronha and Pramilla D‟cruz in Vision Vo.13,no.3,2009 - India‟s unfree work force of bondage, old and new by Ian Breman, Isabella Guerin and Aseem Prakashan Indian Journal of Labour Economics Vol.53,no.1,2010
Books: Impact of labour regulations on growth, investment and employment in Maharashtra‟ , Bookwell,New Delhi, 2008.ISBN No.978-81-8964-069-6. „Labour flexibility debate in Europe: A survey‟ (written as a visiting scholar at the IILS Geneva.ILO),in „Labour regulations, labour flexibility and labour reforms in Europe: some perspectives with possible lesson in Europe „ , Bookwell ,New Delhi,2008.ISBN No.978-81-8964-069-6. „Benchmarking industrial relations and labour market,‟ICFAI pree , Hyderabad,2008. Evolution and current status in Industrial relations in Maharashtra –completed. ISBN No.978-81-314-21012-7 Evolution and current status in Industrial relations in Tamil Nadu, July 2008- commissioned –ILO, sub regional office, New Delhi. Benchmarking Industrial Relations and labour markets – commissioned- international management institute, New Delhi. „Industrial conflict in India: Is the sleeping Giant Waking Up?‟ Bookwell , New Delhi. Contract labour India: Issues and Perspectives,edited by Dr.K.R. Shyam Sunder ( Ed),Indian Society of Labour Economics,New Delhi ,in association with Daanish Publishers, New Delhi.
Dr.Priya M.Vaidya: Articles: education –the journey from existence to enlightenment, Magazine: Rbhu,15th August ,2007 (series of articles – in the forthcoming magazine issues) Vol.4,No.2,Golden Horizon ,centre for Sri Aurobindo‟s Adventure of Consciousness , Kolkata. Relevance of Sri Aurobindo‟s thoughts on education to academic Administrators ( PART –II) ,Rbhu magazine,15th August ,2010,Vol.7,no.2 , Golden Horizon ,Centre for Sri Aurobindo‟s Adventure of Consciousness , Kolkata. Relevance of Sri Aurobindo‟s thoughts to teacher educators,Magazine: Rbhu ,15th aug 2008,Vol.5,No.2, Golden Horizon ,Centre for Sri Aurobindo‟s Adventure of Consciousness , Kolkata.
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Relevance of Sri Aurobindo‟s thoughts to parents in Rbhu magazine,21 february 2009 , Vol.6 No.1, Golden Horizon ,Centre for Sri Aurobindo‟s Adventure of Consciousness , Kolkata. Education for peace: Relevance of Mahatma Gandhi‟s thought to the youth, Interdisciplinary periodical: third world Impact, Jan-March, New Delhi, 2008 , Vol.XIX No.177. Education for life: The Indian philosophical perspective „ paper presented at an international conference organized by VJTI, Mumbai in December ,2007 published in the conference proceedings. Holistic Higher Education with special reference to philosophy of yoga HEF Indian Journal of higher Education ISSNo.976-1314 Vol –III issue –I Jan –Jun 2012 BOOKS: Chapter in book: Redefining Education Expanding Horizons: paper on Swami Vivekanandas Dynamic Vision of education Alfa Publications ISBN 978-93-82302 year 2013
Mr.Prashant Lohani:
„Hydrobiological studies of Ulhas river, Thane Dist. Maharashtra ,India at various stations pollution research‟- 27(4):735-738(2008), Enivromedia. -Research paper publication A case study of ambient air Quality with vehicular load in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, India‟. Pollution research 28(3) : 481-484-(2009) Enivromedia. „Calibration and modelling of NPK based on soil fertility for lowland rice growth in Shahpur Tehsil‟.Ecology,Environment and Conservation 25(3) 2009,PP 481-484. Environmental Ethics Education –the Indian philosophical perspective, international journal Gyan – The Journal of Education, peer reviewed indexed journal, July- Dec, 2010, Vol.7 No.1, advanced Institute of management, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh,India.
Ms.Surinder Kaur: Research Articels:
Namdeo Har Gun Gaye „Gurmat Prakash ,May 2008 in International periodicals, published by Shiromani Prabandhak Committee, Amritsar. „Janamsaakhi Bhai Bale Vali: Ek Sarvekshan , Gurmat Gyan ,Amritsar, November,2010(International Periodical). Dr.Hari Ram Gupta ke itihas mein Guru Amardsasji - Gurmat Gyan, International periodical, February, 2011 Dr.Hari Ram Gupta ke itihas mein Guru Ramdasji - Gurmat Gyan , International periodical, March 2011 Cunningham ki history of the Sikhs mein Guru Arjan Devji, Gurmat Gyan, Intrenational Periodical, April ,2011 Cunningham ki history of the Sikhs mein Guru Har Gobin Sahibji, Gurmat Gyan, international Periodical, May ,2011 „Mission Sarhind „ in the Tri- Centenary souvenirs, SGPC , Amritsar, May,2010.
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Book: Dhan Lekhari Nanaka SGPC, Amritsar in june 2008
Dr. Medha Tapiawala: Articles: „Women entrepreneurship in India : Problems and prospectus‟ published in the Journal of Management Awareness , AIM Explore with ISSN .No.0973-001.Dec.2008. „India higher education and WTO agreements: problems and prospectus‟ published in a book named „WTO an India: challenges and opportunities‟ edited by Mr. R. K. Sing in 2008, Abheejit publications, Delhi-110094.ISBN 978-81-89886-70-7.ppl103-112 ( co- author Dr. V.S. Kulkarni) „Women entrepreneurship, Growth and Economic Integration –A Linkage‟ edited by Dr. Angadi, Dr. Cheema and Dr. Dad in 2008 by Himalaya publishing housed.Pp49-55(co – author Dr. V.S .Kulkarni) ISBN No.978-93-5051-778-5.
Books: „Banking Reforms and Productivity in India‟ in July 2010, New Century Publications ISBN:978-81-7708-248-7
Dr.Madhuri Kulkarni
Kulkarni M S Perceptions on community based eco-tourism and rural development: Case study on Sindhudurg Volume 1, Number 1, December 2009 Article Number: 09. 49-56 ISSN: 2036-7910 www.polocenre.org/ijss-V1 /n1/09
Thakur,A., and Kulkarni,M (2012)Role of Environmental Education in responding to climate change: An Overview. Journal of Research and Development, (Volume 4) (pp58-67) ISSN- 2230-9578
Kulkarni,M., Shelar, S.K(2012)The perspectives on managing forest-based tourism sustainably in Sindhudurg district. Journal of Research and Development, (Vol 2) (49-57) ISSN-2230-9578
Textbook - Environmental Studies F.Y.B.Com Semester 1 Rishabh Publishing House, Mumbai 07 ISBN: 978-93-81578-85-8
Textbook - Environmental Studies F.Y.B.Com Semester 2 Rishabh Publishing House, Mumbai 07 ISBN978-93-81578-51-3
Shelar S.K, and Kulkarni S.K, (2014) Flood Analysis of River Godavari and Disaster Management of Nashik City (Maharashtra). Research Link 120, Vol120, Vol- XIII (1) March 2014, 99-102 ISSN no 0973-1628
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Kulkarni S.K,and Shelar S.K (2014) , Evaluating Impact of Tourism Policies in Sindhudurg District Maharashtra. Research Link 120, Vol120, Vol- XIII (1) March 2014, 103-106 ISSN no 0973-1628
Ms.Meeta Saxena: Research paper published on the topic „Effect of radiation of LASER BEAM on polymer blends‟ – Indian Journal of Physics.
Ms.Nandita Moitra Paper published: Reflections of Nature in Buddhist Art, Epignosis Journal Multidisciplinary Research ISBN: 978-81-922163-3-1
Mr.Santosh Pathare Article Published: Proximate Analysis of Peel & Seed of Annone Squamose Fruit.Research Journal of Chemical Science Vol 3(e) ISSN- 2231-606 Feb 2013
Dr.Pramoda S Pillai Papers published: Studies on Copper complexes of thiosemicarbazones. International Journal of Basic & Applied Research VOL 3 pp 1-10 ISSN2249-335, Dec -2012 Effect of various concentrations of copper and lead on growth of leafy vegetables and its analysis by polorography, International Journal of Basic and Applied Research, Vol III, Issue1 March 2014 ISSN 2249-3351
Dr.Charuta Vaidya Papers published: Biodiversity & phenological studies of members of Aphyllophorales from forest of Karnala (Maharashtra) Bionano Frontier Vol-5 (2-II) , Nov-2012 ISSN 0974-0678. Biodiversity and altitudinal distribution of wood Rotting Fungi from Karanala & Kankeshwar. Proceedings of National Conference on „Recent Trends in Bioscience ISBN 978-81-922866-1-7. Textbook of Botany for FY BSc. “ Fundamentals of Botany” Published by Shroff publishers and distributors, ISBN 13:978-93-51101499 published in July 2013
Dr. Manpreet Kaur 1. Guru Granth Sahib Vividh Aayaam ISBN No.978-81-922149-1-7 2. Guru Granth Sahib ka Hindi Sahitya Par Prabhav 3. Shri Guru Granth Sahib: Istri Samaan Avam Utharn Vagashwani Prakashan, New Delhi. 4. Basant Singh Rituraj Granthavali Publisher Language Dept Punjab ,Patiala year 2012 5. „Anbhai‟ July to December 2013. Vibhjan ki Kahani, Filmon Ki Jubani ISSN 2229-5747
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Dr. Pushpinder G Bhatia Papers published: Effect of Nematic liquid crystals on optical properties of solvent induced phase separated PDLC films, Indian Journal of Science & Technology, ISSN No.3440-3452 Vol 5 issue- 10 Oct 2012 A Probe into the Structural, Magnetic and Dielectric properties of Barium & Lithium substituted pseudobrookites. Journal of Korean Physical Soicety, Vol 62, No 10 May 2013,pp 1469-1472 Structural and electric properties of Titanium substituted Ni-Cu-Zn Ferrite, International Journal of Chemical and Physical Sciences, ISSN 2319-6602, PP 132-138, April 2014. Book: „Interplay of Ions‟, ISBN 978-3-659-46387-7, Lambert Publishing House, Germany.
Dr. R. N. Nadar Papers published: Unrecognized sincerity: An irrevocable loss- A human relations perspective Global Journal of Management Applications, ISSN No. 2249345X Vol III (4) Oct-2013.
Mr. T. Ramraj Papers published: customer satisfaction towards ATM sevices- A study of bank customers in Navi Mumbai. International Journal of Physical & social sciences ISSN 2249-5894.Vol 2, ISSUE 7, July 2012 Informational technology & financial inclusion in India: Opportunities & challenges. International Journal of Management IT & Engineering ISSN 2249-0558,VOL -2 ISSUE 10, Oct 2012 An Empirical Study of Financial Inclusion and its strategic approach in the slums of Mumbai Vol -3 issues 2 Feb 2013 A study on role of technology in Banking services in the slums of Mumbai cit. Sheth Publishers PVT Ltd ISBN:978-93-82429-97-5.Dec2012. “An empirical study on Consumer Behaviour on FDI in Multi Brand Retailing in Navi Mumbai city of Maharashtra, Mangalam Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi, (2013)ISBN 978-93-82816-00-3, (National Publication co-author) “Financial inclusion: A step towards inclusive Growth in the slums of Mumbai” MD Publishers Private Ltd, Mumbai ISBN 978-81-935005-0-8.
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Dr. Vijay Dabholkar Papers Published:
1. Vijay V Dabholkar & Sagar Parab, “A comparative study on the synthesis of heterocyclic dicarboxylic acid,” Green Chemistry Letters and Reviews, Accepted. 2. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Synthesis of triketone by Ultrasound irradiation”. Green Chemistry letter & Reviews, (Inpress). 3. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Ultrasound an effective technique for some bis- pyrmidine Derivatives”. Green Chemistry letter & Reviews, (Inpress). 4. Vijay V Dabholkar & Rahul Gavande, “Synthesis and biological studies of triazolo- benzothiazines by sonication”, Chemistry of heterocyclic compounds, (Inpress). 5. Vijay V Dabholkar & Rahul Gavande, “Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activities of novel 1,4-Benzothiazine Derivatives,” Arebian journal of chemistry, (Inpress). 6. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Nitin V. Bhusari, “Synthesis and Biological applications of some novel spiro heterocycles containing 1,3,4-thiadiazine, thiazole and oxazole derivatives.” Journal of Heterocyclic chemistry”, (Inpress). 7. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sunil Patil, Rajesh Pandey, “Dimethylformamide catalyzed Synthesis of novel heterocycles - Their Characterization and Antimicrobial Evaluation,” Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, (Inpress). 8. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Abhishek Karekar, Prem Naik, N. B. Shinde, “Chemistry of novel spiro oxazolo-thiadiazoles derivatives- Synthesis, characterization and biological evaluation”, Heterocyclic letters, 2(4), 2012, 405. 9. Vijay V. Dabholkar & S.N. Gandhale, N.B. Shinde, “Novel β- lactum-1,2,3-triazoles- their synthesis and antibacterial activity”, Heterocyclic letters, 2(1), 2012, 91. 10. Vijay V. Dabholkar & S.N. Gandhale, N.B. Shinde, “Synthesis, design and antimicrobial screening of some novel modified strobilurins and azetidinones derivatised with 1,2,4- triazoles”, Journal of pharmacy research, 5(6), 2012. 11. Vijay V. Dabholkar & S.N. Gandhale, N.B. Shinde, “Synthesis of novel 1,2,3-triazole derivatives containing oxadiazole, trifluoromethyl pyridine”, Der Pharma chemica, 4(1), 2012, 320. 12. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sagar Parab, “Microwave assited Heterocyclic Dicarboxylic Acids as Potential Antifungal and Antibacterial Drugs”, Indian Journal of Phrmaceutical Sciences, 2012, 199. 13. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rahul gavande, “Synthesis of Biological studies of Triazolo/Thiadiazolo-Benzoxazines”, ACTA Poloniae Pharmaceutica- Drug Research, 69(2), 2012, 247. 14. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rahul gavande, “Ultrasound and Microwave Assisted Rapid and Sustainable route to synthesis of benzothiazine derivatives”, Indian Journal of Chemistry- Sec B, 51, 2012, 1173. 15. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sunil Patil, Rajesh Pandey, “Design, Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial activity of Biginelli products of Indandione” Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry”, 49, 2012, 929. 16. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sunil Patil, Rajesh Pandey, “Synthesis and microbial activity of novel Quinoxalines derivatives”, Heterocyclic Letters, 2(1), 2012, 129.
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17. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sagir Ahmed, “Synthesis of Novel Furan and their Hydrazones”, Heterocyclic Letters, 1(4), 2011, 319. 18. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sagar Parab, “Synthesis of chalcones, 1, 3-Thiazines and 1,3- Pyrimidines Derivatives and their biological evaluation for anti-inflammatory, analgesic and ulcerogenic activity”, Heterocyclic Letters, 1(2), 2011, 176. 19. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Bharat Parmar, “Synthesis and antibacterial activity of some substituted imidazole derivatives”, Heterocyclic Letters, 1(1), 2011, 35. 20. Vijay V Dabholkar & Bharat Parmar, “Phase Transfer Catalyst: Synthesis of Some Novel Biological active substituted Imidazole Derivatives”, Heterocyclic Letters, 1(1), 2011, 79.
21. Vijay V Dabholkar & Bharat Parmar,“Synthesis and Biological activities of 2-(Furoyl Amino)-5-(Substituted Aryl)-1,3,4-Thiadiazole and 2-(Substituted Benzoyl Amino)-5- (Furyl)-1,3,4-Thiadiazole,” Heterocyclic Letters, 1(2), 2011, 136. 22. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Ansari, “A practical and green approach towards synthesis of bis-pyrimidine derivative,” Synthetic communication, (In press). 23. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Nitin V. Bhusari, “Synthesis of 2-Substituted-1,3,4-Oxadiazole Derivatives.” International journal of Chemical, Enviromental and Pharmaceutical Research, 2(1), 2011, 1. 24. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rahul Gavande, “Synthesis of Pyrazolyl-1-4- Benzothiazine Derivatives.,” Heterocyclic Letters, 1 (3), 2011, 255. 25. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rajesh Pandey, Sunil Patil, “Synthesis of Novel Chromenone heterocycles bearing Benzothiazole moiety,” Heterocyclic Letters, 1 (3), 2011, 235. 26. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rajesh Pandey, Sunil Patil, “Synthesis and biological evaluation of novel 1, 4-Dihydropyridine derivatives,” Heterocyclic Letters, 1 (3), 2011, 275.
27. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sunil Patil, Rajesh Pandey, “Synthesis and Antimicrobial activity of some novel heterocycles containing thiazole, oxazole, thiazine, oxazine and triazole moiety.” Journal of Iranian Chemical Reserach, 4(1), 2011, 33. 28. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Novel Pyrimidines derivatives by sonication and traditional thermal methods”, Green Chemistry & Reviews, 3, 2010, 245. 29. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Tripathi Dilip Ravi, “Synthesis and antibacterial activity of Isochromene and Isoquinoline derivative”. Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry”, 48, 2011, 529. 30. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sachin Khapare, “Synthesis of some substituted pyrazolones”, Indian journal of heterocyclic chemistry, 19, 2010, 249. 31. Vijay V.Dabholkar and Rahul Gavande, “Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Oxadiazolyl-1,4-Benzothiazines”, Rasayan J Chem, 3(4), 2010, 655. 32. Vijay V.Dabholkar and Sagir ahmed, “Synthesis of Novel Oxazoles and their Hydrazones”, Rasayan J Chem, 3(4), 2010, 765. 33. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “A facile and rapid method for Preparation of thiazine and thiadiazine derivative by sonication technique”, Phosphorus Sulphur & Silicon and their related elements. 185, 2010, 298. 34. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Tripathi Dilip Ravi , Synthesis of biginelli product of thiobarbituric acid and their antimicrobial activity. Journal of Serbian Chemical Society, 75(8), 2010, 1033.
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35. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Tripathi Dilip Ravi, “Efficient Synthesis of some novel spiro heterocycles containing triazine nucleus and their microbiology activity,” Indian Journal of Chemistry, 49(B), 2010, 593. 36. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Tripathi Dilip Ravi, “Synthesis of Spiro Heterocycles and their Microbiological Activity, Indian Journal of Heterocyclic chemistry”, 18, 2009, 231. 37. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Mihir M Wadkar, “Synthesis Characterization of fused and spiro heterocyclic by ultrasound irradiation”, Indian Journal of Chemistry, 48, 2009, 1027. 38. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Mihir M Wadkar, “One pot Synthesis of Acridine Derivative”, Indian Journal of heterocyclic Chemistry, 18, 2009, 303. 39. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Ultrasound Accelerated synthesis of some Bis- Compounds and Their Biological Evaluation”, Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry. 46, 2009, 303. 40. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Synthesis of 1,4-dihydropyridine derivatives”. Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 18, 2009, 307. 41. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Synthesis and Biological Evalution of Some Isoxazole and Pyrazole Derivatives”. Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 18, 2009, 243 42. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Synthesis and characterization of some novel fused isoxazole and pyrazole derivatives and their antimicrobial activities”, Journal of Serbian Chemical Society, 24 (11), 2009, 1219. 43. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari. “Synthesis and biological studies of Bis (Thiadiazole/Triazole) by Sonication”. Acta Polonia Pharmaceutical research- Drugs, 65, 2008, 521. 44. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Ultrasound mediated synthesis of biological active spiro compounds”. Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 17, 2008, 335. 45. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Faisal Y. Ansari, “Synthesis of thiazines using an unusual means- sonication” Indian Journal of Chemistry, 47B (11), 2008, 1759 46. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Bharat M. Parmar, “Synthesis of bis-N,N-(substituted aryl-2- imino-1, 3-oxazetidine) thiocarbamide”, Heterocyclic Communication 2008. 47. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sagar D. Parab, “Synthesis of novel triazole, quinoline, oxazole and imidazole annulated carbostyrils by microwave irradiation”. Indian Journal of Chemistry, 46B, 2007, 344. 48. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sagar D. Parab, “Microwave accelerated synthesis of novel spiro heterocycles”, Indian Journal of Chemistry, 46, 2007, 195. 49. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sushil Kumar J. Mishra, “Microwave-mediated synthesis of some novel heterocycles containing thiazole, oxazole, thiazine, oxazine, thiadiazine and triazolo-thiadiazine moiety”. Indian Journal of Chemistry, 45B, 2006, 2112. 50. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Sushil Kumar J Mishra. “Efficient synthesis of some novel spiro heterocycles containing thiazole, oxazole, thiadiazole and triazolo-thiadiazole moiety under microwave irradiation”. Heterocyclic Communication, 12 (3-4), 2006, 241. 51. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rahul P. Gavande. “Synthesis of fused 1, 3, 4-thiadiazines”. Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 16, 2006, 101. 52. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Ashish S. Sanghvi, “Synthesis of oxazoles, thiazoles and Benzothiazines by microwave technique”, Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 16, 2006, 105.
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53. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Govind D. More. “Synthesis of 4, 10-dihydro-5/ 7-substituted-9- oxo-quinolino[2, 3-e]-2-amino-1,3, 4-thiadiazine and Schiff base by microwave irradiation”, Indian Journal of Chemistry, 43B, 2004, 682. 54. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Syed Sagir Ahmed. “Microwave induced synthesis of 3/ 4- substituted-2-thioxo/2-oxo-6-thioxo-1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7-hexahydrothiazolo[4, 5-d]pyrimidine and thiazole derivatives”, Indian Journal of Chemistry, 43B, 2004, 2646. 55. Vijay V. Dabholkar & Rahul P. Gavande, “Microwave-catalyzed rapid, efficient and ecofriendly synthesis of substituted pyrazol-5-ones”. Journal of Serbian Chemical Society, 68(10), 2003, 723.
3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of Research awards received by the faculty
Faculty Nature of award Agency /institute Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar Best Researcher Education Expo CRS- Research Awards India Dr Pushpinder i)Best research paper H.V.P. Mandal‟s College of Engineering and Technology,Amravati.
College of Engineering, ii)Best paper Pune Mr Ramraj i)Outstanding Research Paper Department of Commerce, Mumbai University CKT College, Panvel. ii)Best Research Paper Dr.Medha Tapiawala Best research paper Loyola Institute, Chennai
Recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally:
Dr.K.R.Shyamsunder from the Department of Economics has received recognition from: Karnataka labour department in2008 Selected as governing body member special representative meeting at Geneva in 2009. Selected as Visiting fellow-International Institute for Labour Studies, ILO, Geneva.(one month) -2006 Selected as visiting fellow for the Indo-China cultural exchange pogramme, Ministry of HR, in 2008 Invited to deliver Public Service keynote address: International Union Federation in Bangalore on 27th September 2013.
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Invited for Special address to Global Union Federations on ADB funding and International Labour Standards. April 2013 Special invitee for ADB governing body meeting in New Delhi- April 2013 Co-ordinator for organising seminar/panel discussion at National Level Seminar by the Indian society for labour economics 2010-11,11-12,12-13 . Peer reviewer for journals like Vision, ITLE
Consultant for ILO-Geneva, New Delhi.Dr Pushpinder G Bhatia Appointed as Associate Editor of the International Journal of Chemical and Physical Sciences (IJCPS) in Feb 2014. Invited as a resource person in material science at the „young researchers conference‟ YRCC in ICT Mumbai in 2013.
3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface:
The college encourages Institute-Industry interface. Administrative support is extended and reasonable autonomy given to the faculty to undertake consultancy work. The benefits are in kind, sharing of resources, infrastructure, etc.
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? The college is primarily an institute for undergraduate students, yet it strives to undertake research and consultancy work through its faculty and students:- The faculty members are encouraged to attend conferences, symposia and workshops to network with industry leading to establishment of consultancy. The Librarian, Ms Anuradha Namjoshi, has provided her services in the setting up of the MMS (GNVS) library. Guidance from experts is available and is publicized through personal contact, college prospectus, website, alumni, etc.
3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services?
The college is proud to have qualified and highly motivated staff who are encouraged to use their expertise towards establishing consultancy services. It has taken several steps to facilitate the same. They are:- Procedural facilities and systems are in place for the faculty offering consultancy services. Administrative and technical support is also provided.
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3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years:
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar –Product Development Dr.Manpreet Kaur – Translations. Dr. Charuta Vaidya – Preparation and identification of plant anatomical slides for students and staff of Sion Ayurvedic College Mr Santosh Pathare – Invited to deliver lectures on Film Appreciation by Federation of Film Societies of India (FSSI) – in lieu of this, FSSI conducted a workshop on Film Appreciation for the students.
3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development?
The consultancy services provided by the faculty to external bodies are mutually beneficial. It sometimes results in donation of instruments, books, chemicals, etc which are utilised by the departments involved in consultancy work.
3.6 Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities
The ISR policy of the college basically derives from the two principle tenets of Sikhism - service and social justice. The basic objective of ISR policy of the college is to make a humble contribution to sustainable development and towards creating an inclusive society. All our activities, teaching and counseling are derived from these two policies. The Curriculum (statutory) and the teaching methodology pertain to building up of values, sense of citizenship, community service and inclusive growth.
3.6.1 How does the Institution promote institution-neighbourhood-community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students?
The NSS, WDC and DLLE are vibrant units of our College which conduct various pogrammes throughout the year in the college and in the neighbouring community. These pogrammes help in promoting good citizenship and a holistic development of students. The pogrammes focus on health, environmental and social issues. Health issues: The NSS unit of the college regularly conducts various health related pogrammes in the college premises and in the neighbouring community. Blood donation camp: Blood donation camps are organised every year in association with L.T. Hospital, Rotary Club and Think Foundation. Red ribbon club (RRC) activities: Aids awareness pogrammes for junior and senior college students were conducted by doctors. Volunteers participated in the two day‟ workshop on AIDS awareness organised by MDACS. Street plays, distribution of pamphlets and exhibition of posters in the adopted community area are other related activities.
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Malaria awareness pogramme in collaboration with BMC: Volunteers distributed pamphlets to spread the message of health and hygiene in the community. Hepatitis B awareness pogramme in collaboration with NGO- „United Ways‟: Awareness lecture for students and rally was organised. Volunteers distributed pamphlets to spread the message of health and hygiene in the community. Pulse Polio project: NSS volunteers participated in the Pulse Polio Drive organised in collaboration with BMC.
Environmental issues: NSS unit along with Environmental mentoring committee conducts various activities related with environmental issues Cleanliness drive pogramme: In collaboration with BMC in Sion-Koliwada and at the special residential camp at Karav village. No plastic pogramme/cloth bag: To reduce the pollution caused by plastic bags, cloth bags were distributed in vegetable market at G.T.B. Nagar. E-recycling /paper recycling: Used paper and dry waste are collected and given for recycling to an agency, „Sampoorna‟ an affiliate of Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), which in turn produce folders, certificates etc. Electronic waste is properly disposed off and given for recycling. Eco –friendly Ganapati celebrations: A Rally of NSS volunteers along with other students was organised to create awareness about the use of recyclable material in Ganesh Mandap decoration as well as use of eco-friendly Ganesh idols in community areas. Tree plantation Pogramme: NSS volunteers participated in the Tree Plantation Drive at Maharashtra Nature Park, Mahim and at Mulgaon, Badlapur.
Social issues: The NSS unit in collaboration with the WDC organised „Special week for Women‟ from 17 to 22 September 2012, involving students and the community. Some of the highlights of the events were -A street play „Baat ka Batangad‟ was performed, a panel discussion on Gender Democracy was conducted, a Medical camp was organised which focussed on medical issues of girls and created awareness on various types of cancers in women. The College has a tie-up with the NGO „Dharmabharati Mission‟ to propagate the „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ pogramme.
Gender sensitization: The NSS unit conducts workshops, lectures, panel discussions and street plays on gender sensitization with the help of NGOs – PUKAR, MAVA, VACHA National Integration: The NSS unit celebrates Independence Day and Republic Day in collaboration with Hi-Tech Foundation, sells flags made by physically challenged students thus sensitizing students towards helping the disabled. Vision Against Blindness: Eye donation drive was conducted in collaboration with „Sadguru Mangeshda Kriyayog Foundation during which students took a pledge on eye donation. Interaction with paraplegic patients at Sion Hospital to support and entertain them
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Minithon-run for girl safety: A half marathon run was organised to create awareness about eve-teasing, harassment to women and gender discrimination. Aadhar card and Voter Identity card - A camp was organised for enrolment for Aadhar cards and voter Identity cards. This facility was extended to staff, students and community. Silver Schemes- to mark the silver jubilee year, the college has launched community welfare pogrammes under the title „silver scehmes‟ focussing on women and girl child health in the sion-koliwada area. Skill Development pogrammes – professional training aimed at skill development is imparted through the various skill development pogrammes; eg: retail management, financial markets and gemology.
3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students‟ involvement in various social movements/ activities which promote citizenship roles?
Through the NSS, DLLE and Environment Mentoring Committee, students participate in many social movements /activities. Social issues and gender sensitization pogrammes are also conducted by the WDC and NSS. The college has constituted statutory & non-statutory committee of students and constructed institutional ties with NGOs like – VACHA, MAWA. All committees submit their reports which helps in seeking and finding information about students.. The involvement of students in different activities is also tracked from their performance and attendance in these pogrammes.
Blood donation camp: The response to this camp has increased every year which is reflected in the number of blood Donors that has increased. The consistent increase in the collection of blood bottles (33 to 138 bottles in past four years) proves this. The participation in the activities conducted by DLLE is increased viz. Annapurna Yojana (24 to 51), career project (13 to29) and SWS projects (18 to 45) from 2010-11 to 2012-13. Volunteers of NSS and DLLE maintain diaries to clock in their hours of activities and submit the same to the regulatory bodies. Reports of these activities are submitted to the University and also published in college magazine.
3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?
The institution regularly takes feedback from its stakeholders- parents, alumni, placement agencies and the industry- to get unbiased and honest reports on its performance and quality. Regular feedbacks are taken from the students and parents with respect to – teaching, evaluations, infrastructure, facilities, etc. Feedback forms are available for this purpose. . Other mechanisms are - informal interaction with parents, alumni, suggestion boxes, academic and financial audits, etc.
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The placement agencies and NGOs give feedback on performance and employability skills of students. Extensive media coverage of the activities conducted in and around the college also helps in showcasing the quality of the Institution.
3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes? Providing the Budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.
The Faculty-In-charges of the extension and outreach pogrammes meet the Advisory committee and the Academic Planning Committee in the beginning of the academic year for Budgetary allocation and to plan out the various activities. Students are encouraged to join bodies like NSS and DLLE which are constituted in the college.
Extension activities like Annapurna Yojana, Career Project, Industry-Oriented Projects and preparation of herbal cosmetics are a regular feature. The Environment Mentoring Committee with its team of volunteers distributed cloth bags in the vegetable market in the community thereby encouraging the no- plastic theme. Blood donation camps, Red Ribbon Club (Aids Awareness) Activities, Eye-Care Campaigns, Malaria Awareness Programmes, street plays in the community on socially relevant issues are carried out every year These extension and outreach pogrammes develop sensitivity and activism among students.. They learn entrepreneurship and marketing skills and are sensitised to socially relevant issues. The overall personality of students improves and makes them confident and ready to face the world.
3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International agencies?
The institution keenly promotes extension activities amongst students and faculty; Information about the NSS, DLLE, NCC and other extension activities is printed in the prospectus. At the outset, orientation pogrammes are conducted for all students in the beginning of the academic year to create awareness about the pogrammes. The college encourages students and faculty to participate in extension activities. Presentations on different activities are made so as to encourage students to be a part of the Extension Cell. Students are provided with financial support in the form of TA and DA, their absence is compensated by arranging extra coaching in theory and practical and permission to appear for additional examination is granted to them. University of Mumbai grants grace marks (under rule 0.229) to students participating in NSS, NCC / extension pogrammes. Staff members are given leave, administrative support and infra-structure facilities.
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3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any) undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and empower students from under-privileged and vulnerable sections of society?
Event Target Group Human Rights Awareness College students HIV and AIDS Awareness Community (Indira Nagar) Bal Mela Community (Indira Nagar) Survey on Energy Conservation Community Mritunjay Pogramme (Safety for Girl students women) Minithon and Cyclothon Students and community No plastic drive Students and community Distribution of cloth bags Community Use of Solar Energy Students and community Best out of Waste Students and community
3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the institution, comment on how they complement students‟ academic learning experience and specify the values and skills inculcated.
The objective of organising extension activities is to develop a spirit of social awareness amongst students, to instill in them a feeling of concern for the underprivileged, to strive to make a change wherever needed and to create entrepreneurial skills and develop personalities that will become an asset to the nation. Several activities of the Extension Cell are:- Extension activities- making of perfumes, paper bags, herbal products etc. make learning a holistic experience for the students. Organizing and participating in these activities enrich the students and develop in them strong sense of moral values, character building and good citizenship. NCC –Discipline, physical fitness, sportsmanship and strong nationalist sentiments. NSS - Service above self, self-confidence, leadership qualities, team spirit, event management, communication skills, crisis management, dedication, etc. DLLE - sensitivity to social causes, entrepreneurship skills, environmental awareness and skill development. Environment Mentoring- caring of Mother Nature, natural resources, concern for future of mankind, etc. All of the above contribute to holistic development of learners.
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3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its outreach activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities? The NSS unit has adopted a community area- Indira Nagar. Most of the community based activities are conducted in and around this adopted area with the help of local people. The NSS unit conducts a residential camp in the nearby villages (Mamnoli, Badlapur) wherein student volunteers carry out cleanliness drives, organize street plays, coach the school children and enlighten the villagers about various health and social issues. DLLE conducts social surveys and encourages entrepreneurship through Annapoorna Yojana in the area around the college and in the college campus. Parents of students help them in the preparation of snacks which are sold at reduced prices in the College. The Environment Mentoring Committee with its team of volunteers distributes cloth bags in the vegetable market in the community thereby encouraging the no- plastic theme. The Department of Botany has been involved in the preparation and selling of herbal products in the community. Students from neighbouring colleges have participated in events like Cyclothon and Minithon which helped to create awareness on social issues in and around the community Students and BMC workers organised the Sion Koliwada Chakachak pogramme which was a cleanliness drive in the neighbourhood community . This was featured on the front page of Mumbai Mirror , an edition of the TOI..
3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities
Institutions Pogrammes/ activities BMC Cleanliness drive Sion Hospital Blood Donation camp Police department Mrityunjay and „Safety of Women „ pogramme MDACS Red Ribbon Club AIDS Awareness Drive
Dharma Bharti Mission Education Pogramme „Chalo English Schools- Priyadarshini- Sikhaye‟ NGO – SHOUT Anti-tobacco pogramme NGO – MAWA and NGO – MAWA and VAACHA VAACHA Hindu Seva Sangh Rural development residential camp. Rotary Club and THINK Thalassemia awareness Foundation NHRC/SHRC Human Rights Awareness
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3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years.
The college has a strong NSS unit which is very active at the University level. The work of the NSS has been recognised by various bodies. The Awards and recognitions bestowed upon it are:- NSS volunteer Mr Vikas Ram attended the pre-SRD and NRD camp organised at Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathawada University and participated in the SRD Parade Preparation camp at Kirti College. Mr Gauspeer Shaikh, Ms Priyanka Oberoi, Mr Rahul Pawar, Mr Pankaj Sharma,Mr Rahul Nagpal, Mr Satish Margam and Ms Ashwini Nelge participated in the Leadership Training Camp organised by NSS Cell, Mumbai University. Ms Yogita Gogar participated in the National Integration Camp organised by Jaipur University. Mr Rajkumar Kanojiya received the „Best NSS Volunteer of Mumbai University‟ award in 2010. NSS Pogramme Officer Mr Santosh Pathare was selected as Contingent Leader for the National Integration Camp organised by FANS at Jawaharlal Nehru Tech University, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh in 2010. Mr Murali Mohan and Mr Merwyn Fernandes won First Prize in the folk song competition at the National Integration Camp at Jawaharlal Nehru Tech University, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
3.7 Collaborations
3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives – collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc.
The institution tries sincerely to form collaborations with other outside bodies to keep on increasing research output:- The Department of Physics has a collaborative arrangement with ICT and IIG to use their research facilities. They have facilitated summer internship for post graduate students from the University Department. The Department of Chemistry has collaborative arrangement with research institutes wherein they have access to sophisticated instruments leading to good research work and publication of research papers. The Department of Botany has collaborated with Sion Ayurvedic College in the preparation and identification of plant anatomical slides.
There is no formal MoU with research institutes / industry. However, some faculty members are engaged in collaborative research with their contemporaries in research institutes.
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3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other University/industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution.
To fulfil the ISR of the college, an MOU has been signed with „Sampoorna‟ – a non-profit organization an affiliate of TISS, for waste management. All dry waste is collected regularly by this agency and recycled into stationery like notepads, envelopes, cards, etc. Linkage with libraries of Ruia College, BNHS, BCL, American Library and NAB have been established. The Department of Chemistry has access to sophisticated facilities at research Institutes like TIFR for analysis of samples at subsidised rates. Undergraduate students were taken to the Instrumentation Laboratory at Kalina, Mumbai University to kindle interest in pursuing research. The Department of Physics has a collaborative arrangement with ICT, IIG to use their research facilities. The Department of Hindi has access to University Library. The NSS unit has collaborated with Dharmabharati Mission and Seva Sahyog Foundation in the Education Project entitled „Chalo English Sikhayein.‟ Saral Hindi- A Certificate course in Hindi is conducted with the help from the Hindi prachaar bharati. Hospital – An MOU exists with the Guru Nanak hospital and KCC for health issues of staff.
3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactions that have contributed to the establishment/ creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz. laboratories/library/new technology/placement services etc.
The Placement Cell in the college interacts frequently with the Industry and many reputable companies are invited to hire our students. Students desirous of progression to further courses are encouraged to do so. The „Aakash‟ Institute which trains students desirous of joining the civil services has collaborated with the College to coach our students for MPSC and UPSC examinations at subsidized rates. Student training pogramme- The college in collaboration with the Indo American Society conducted a basic Communication Skills course in English for undergraduate students free of cost.( The fee of Rs 60,000/ was sponsored by a well-wisher of the college. Dharmabharati Education Project-The College has a tie-up with the NGO „Dharmabharati Mission‟ to propagate the „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ pogramme. The Mediclaim facility given to the non-teaching staff has been sponsored by well- wishers of the Institution through the Management.
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3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and international conferences organised by the college during the last four years.
The Department of Hindi organised an International Conference entitled „ Videsho Mein Hindi Ka Swaroop Aur Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ka Adhyayan on 9 March 2011.The event had a number of eminent speakers National and International,from the field of Hindi. The Keynote address was delivered by Dr Hienz Werner Wesseler, Proffesor, University of Bonn, Germany. The other eminent speakers were – Dr Maria Negyesi, Head, Department of Indo-European Studies, Eotvos Lorand University, Budapest, Hungary, Dr Indira A Gazieva, Russian State University for Humanities, Moscow, Russia, Dr Ratan Kumar Pandey, Professor and Head, Department of Hindi, Mumbai University,Dr Vishnu R Sarvade, Associate Professor, Department of Hindi, Mumbai University. The Department of Political Science, Law and Foundation Course organised a State level Seminar on „Human Rights! Education and Awareness‟ on 10 December 2011.
The Department of Physics organised a UGC sponsored National Conference on „Research Trends in Smart Materials‟ – igniting young minds, on 3 and 4 Jan 2014. A host of eminent scientists and researchers participated in this conference. The Chief Guest was Prof Naresh Chandra, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Mumbai University. The Keynote address was delivered by Prof G D Yadav, Vice Chancellor, ICT, Mumbai. Invited talks were given by Prof N Basavaiah of IIG, New Bombay, Prof R T Sane of GNIRD Mumbai, Prof J R Bellary of IIT Bombay, Prof M Kalasad of SDM College of Engineering and Technology, Dharwad, Karnataka, Prof B H Pawar of SGBAU, Amravati, Prof Ajitbrojen Seal, Prof R R Deshmukh of ICT, Mumbai,Prof D C Kothari,Mumbai University and Prof S V Deshmukh, Mumbai University.
3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formal MoUs and agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated-
Areas Institution/ Activities Beneficiaries Foundation /Industry Curriculum Dharmabharati Education Project School children development Speakwell Skill development Undergraduate students Summer Tree census Area wise counting of Undergraduate Placement trees students of Botany
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Research National Innovation Research using Green Undergraduate Foundation methods students of Chemistry Extension NGOs - MAWA, Gender sensitization, Undergraduate VACHA Blood Donation AIDs students and the Awareness community Keshav Shrishti Projects like Undergraduate Vermicomposting, students of Botany. manufacture of Gobar Gas, cultivation of Medicinal plants
Student Placement Aspiring Minds Aptitude Test Undergraduate students Certificate Courses Department of Introduction to Undergraduate Chemistry Research students of Methodologies Chemistry
3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/collaborations.
The Research Promotion Committee, the Career Guidance and Placement Cell, the NSS unit, the WDC, the DLLE and the IQAC identify and plan activities to establish and implement linkages and collaborations beneficial to the students, staff and community. They then explore the area in which mutually beneficial linkages can be established. The staff and students of the various committees and cells go beyond the call of duty to ensure that their efforts reach that section of society that is being targeted.
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CRITERION IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources
Adequate infrastructural facilities are a prerequisite to support Teaching-Learning in an institution. Guru Nanak College provides a range of facilities to support students in the academic engagements and also gives access to a wealth of material, equipment and information resources. Large spacious classrooms with projectors, laboratories, computer labs with software package and tools are provided to staff and students. The library offers a variety of information sources from textbooks and periodicals to international database and access to the internet. A seminar hall, auditorium and a multi-purpose hall are equipped with ultra modern facilities. A huge playground, recreation centre and gymkhana are also available to promote talent among students. Constant upgradation is done and maintenance is ensured.
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Criterion IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources
4.1- Physical Facilities
The college has been active in providing adequate and sufficient infrastructure required for effective teaching & learning process. There has been a continuous growth in infrastructure as given below. 1. Addition of number of computers along with necessary software 2. Modernization of Library facility 3. Addition in classrooms and laboratories for the newly introduced self-financed programmes.
As the college will be celebrating its Silver Jubilee Year in 2014-15, it has upgraded its infrastructure by creating modern infrastructural facilities such as a state of the art Auditorium, a multipurpose Hall, etc. The college is equipped with ICT and Wi-Fi enabled classrooms, library, laboratories, conference room and Seminar Hall. The installation of CCTV cameras in the campus, classrooms, library, staff room, corridors, labs, reading room and office ensures safety and security of staff and students. The library is fully automated.
4.1.1- What is the policy of the Institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning?
The requirements of the Departments are placed before the Principal. The Local Management Committee (LMC) of the college & the College Management meet regularly in the academic year & the requirements are conveyed to the committee for further execution. The policy of the institution is to enhance infrastructure to facilitate effective teaching & learning to fulfill the mission of the college & to provide good governance, stakeholder‟s security and effective administration. A conducive atmosphere is provided for the all-round development of the stakeholders. The College receives developmental grants from the UGC. These are utilized to upgrade infrastructural facilities proportionate to the growing student strength and the demands of imparting a globally relevant standard of education. Laboratory equipments, computers, LCD projectors, television screens and CCTV cameras have been purchased from these grants. Library resources are enriched as and when required. The management has also provided funding to create modern infrastructural facilities like a state of the art Auditorium, a multipurpose Hall, etc.
4.1.2- Detail the facilities available for a. Curricular and co-curricular activities: classrooms, technology enabled learning spaces, seminar halls, tutorial spaces, laboratories, botanical garden, animal house, specialized facilities and equipments for teaching, learning and research, etc b. Extra-curricular activities: Sports, outdoor and indoor games, gymnasium, auditorium, NSS, NCC, Cultural activities, Public Speaking, Communication Skills Development, Yoga, health and hygiene, etc
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Curricular Activities
The College is housed in a six floor building. Except for the first and the third floor, the other floors are utilized for academic activities. There are two elevators in the college. The Administrative Office, Staff room and NSS office have First -aid kits. The College strives to provide adequate facilities to students and staff. A Hindi Research Centre, Classrooms with projectors, Seminar Hall, Computer lab along with English Language and Science Laboratories, Library, Reading Room facilities are available in the college building for executing academic and curriculum related activities. Use of Smart Boards is encouraged. All departments are provided with Notice Boards.
The college has institutional membership with the Bombay Natural History Society, the British Council Library, NAB M.P. Shah All India Talking Book Centre, Mumbai, All India talking books library, Mumbai and the American Library. The Department of History along with Environmental Studies organizes study tours to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, different caves near Mumbai and other historical places in Maharashtra. The Department of Botany exposes the students to various flora & fauna in Rani Baugh, Sanjay Gandhi National Park and outside Mumbai & different flower/fruit/vegetable exhibitions held in Mumbai. The Department of Chemistry too organizes Industrial Visits in and outside Mumbai. Under „Nature through Literature‟. The Department of Hindi organizes study tour for students to Tungareshwar, Vasai & E-TV Production House, Andheri, Mumbai for practical knowledge of Production of Serials. The Self Financing Section goes on Industrial Visits outside Maharashtra for better understanding and exposure to the students.
Facilities available for curricular activities:
Lecture Halls : 27 Science Laboratories : 04 Examination Rooms : 02 Staff Common Rooms : 02 Library & Reading Room : 02 Language Laboratory : 01 Photocopiers : 02 Duplicator Machine : 01 Color Printer : 02 Digital Camera : 02 Seminar Hall : 01 Conference Room : 01 Multipurpose Hall : 01 Departmental Libraries : 05 Computer Lab : 03 Computer Center : 02
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce b. Co-curricular activities For pursuit of extra and co-curricular activities, a Gymkhana, NSS Room, space for Department of Life Long Learning & Extension Activities-University of Mumbai, placement cell area, playground, open space for practice for cultural events and a quadrangle has been created. The Seminar Hall equipped with audio-visual aids such as TV, computer, LCD, interactive Boards, CD player, on the 5th floor is air conditioned and is used most of the time for all the co- curricular activities. The multipurpose hall on the ground floor is also utilized for such activities and seminars/workshops, etc.
Cultural Activities:- Open area, Musical instrument, CD Player- School Hall, practice and rehearsal halls, Cultural activity office.
NSS: The college NSS has a fully equipped office on the 6th floor. The Seminar Hall on the 5th floor, college ground and the school hall are often used by the NSS for various activities.
DLLE: Department of Life Long Learning & Extension Activities-University of Mumbai: The DLLE office is on the 5th floor having a computer along with other necessary infrastructure. c. Extra-curricular activities Student and Staff welfare is ensured through facilities like Ladies‟ Common room; Wi-Fi enabled Staff Room, washrooms, Canteen, a washroom for differently abled persons and spacious parking lots. The Administrative Staff are housed in a large office area next to the Principal‟s Cabin and Conference Room. The college premises are used on Sundays and given to external agencies for Examinations, etc. The Library is used by students on Sundays too.
Sports & Gymnasium: The Professor in charge of Sports along with the committee members motivates and guides students in various sporting activities. Sports equipment, indoor games facility, quadrangle and large playground area and office space for sports committee are available.
4.1.3- How does the institution plan and ensure that the available infrastructure is in line with its academic growth and is optimally utilized? Give specific examples of the facilities developed/augmented and the amount spent during the last four years (Enclose the Master Plan of the Institution/campus and indicate the existing physical infrastructure and the future planned expansions if any)
As and when new courses are introduced and the student strength increases, suitable extensions and modifications are carried out. In the existing infrastructure, all facilities are shared by Junior College Staff and Students. Besides this, there are instances of facility sharing e.g. Botany & Chemistry Laboratories share equipments. The Mathematics & IT Department makes use of the Physics Laboratory for their practicals. The Quadrangle and School Hall are utilized by the college and the adjoining school. The college premises are often used by external agencies for competitive exams on Sundays and public holidays.
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The Library is also kept open on Sundays for the benefit of working students and alumni. As M.Com classes are held on Sundays, visiting faculty and students use library and college premises.
Ground Floor: Security room, Principal‟s cabin and pantry with wash room, Conference Room, Administrative Office with a rest room, a multipurpose hall, assembly area, parking lot for staff & students, e-television, a quadrangle, a playground and a washroom for differently abled persons, Heath & Counseling Centre and two store rooms, room for non-teaching staff.
1st Floor: Auditorium with green room and rest rooms, college store room, recreation zone, technicians‟ room, college activity room and wash room.
2nd Floor: ICT enabled Classrooms, Canteen, wash room for girls and boys, drinking water facility and balcony of the Auditorium, Anti-Ragging & Discipline Inquiry room, staff room for SFC, Language-cum-Media Lab, IT Lab, Coordinator‟s room, dry-waste collection area and activity room.
3rd Floor: Reading Room with Internet Facility, drinking water facility, control room of the Auditorium, Gymkhana, Cultural activities room and Sports centre (indoor), boy‟s common room.
4th Floor: Examination Rooms, with CAP center, Classrooms, drinking water facility, a cubicle for Department of Mathematics, Vice-Principals‟ cabins, washroom for girls, computer Lab, Faculty common Room with Wi-Fi enabled computers, Pantry (with a fridge & a microwave oven), a television and washrooms. Examination room is provided with computers, photocopier and a duplicator, girls common room and conference room. CCTV cameras have been installed for safety and security reasons.
5th Floor: DLLE room, Women‟s Development Cell, Common Research centre, Seminar Hall with attached washrooms, ICT enabled Classrooms, washroom for boys, common Research Center and IQAC & NAAC room
6th Floor: Reference Library and Book Issue Counter, drinking water facility, NSS Room, Department of Botany, Chemistry & Physics and one classroom and tutorial rooms on the seventh floor landing. Departmental Library is functional in the Department of Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Hindi & Commerce.
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The total amount spent during last four years on the College Infrastructure
PARTICULARS 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Building 6,89,799 42,325 1,86,544 2,17,662
Furniture 3,87,960 6,14,117 3,32,322 1,21,562
Equipment 12,14,169 3,82,873 14,23,510 435779
Future Plans: 1. A Botanical Garden on the terrace 2. Installation of Solar panels on the campus 3. Rain water harvesting 4. Gymnasium on 2nd floor 5. Science Research centre on 6thfloor
Master Plan of the college (floor-wise) is attached : Annexure – IX
4.1.4- How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?
The Management is sensitive to the needs of physically disabled students. The infrastructure is made student-friendly for this category. Ramps and a wheelchair are available. The elevators have Braille buttons and the library has a section for visually challenged learners. Extra time is allotted to the differently abled students in examinations. A washroom for differently abled persons is available on the ground floor.
4.1.5- Give details on the residential facilities and various provisions available within them:
* Hostel facility- accommodation available * Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga centre, etc * Computer facility including access to internet in hostel * Facilities for medical emergencies * Library facility in the hostels * Internet and Wi-Fi facility * Recreational facility- Common Room with audio-visual equipments * Available residential facility for the staff and occupancy, constant supply of safe drinking water * Security
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The college is located in the heart of the metropolis, Mumbai. It basically caters to the needs of the local population. So far, a need for such a residential facility has not been felt. However, residential facilities at the Gurudwara situated at Dadar and Sant Dnyaneshwar Hostel, Ghatkopar, Mumbai are available in case of need.
4.1.6- What are the provisions made to students and staff in terms of healthcare on the campus and off the campus?
Two Medical officers and a counsellor visit the college twice a week and students consult them for their health related problems. For emergency, a Doctor is available on call. NSS organizes Blood Donation Camp every year and teaching and non-teaching staff along with students participate in the same. Further, group Insurance for all the students enrolled in the college is available. The DLLE has Blood Donor Registry and tie up with Lokmanya Tilak Hospital, Sion, Mumbai A special Mediclaim Insurance has been made available for all non-teaching staff (along with their spouses & children). Also, the college is very close to the Lokmanya Tilak Hospital, Sion, Mumbai and has an MOU with three hospitals namely Krishna Cardiac Care Centre, Dadar and Guru Nanak Hospital, Bandra, Mumbai. All the students are covered under the Students‟ Group Insurance Scheme. Administrative Office, Staffroom and NSS office are equipped with First Aid Kits. Emergency telephone numbers are displayed.
4.1.7- Give details of the common facilities available on the campus: spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal Unit, Women‟s Cell, Counseling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen, recreational spaces for Staff and Students, safe drinking water facility, auditorium, etc
Statutory bodies like IQAC, WDC have been allocated rooms with e-facilities. Placement and Career Guidance, Health and Counselling Centres are also housed in separate rooms. Notice Boards are provided at various places. Further, Staff and Students regularly use recreational areas like Gymkhana, Canteen, Quadrangle, the Multipurpose Hall & the Auditorium. These are well equipped with sports equipments, e-facilities, washrooms and pure & safe drinking water. IQAC: (5th floor) GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL UNIT: It is located on the second floor WOMEN DEVELOPMENT CELL: WDC shares Hindi Research Centre on the 5th floor. CAREER GUIDANCE & PLACEMENT UNIT: It is located on the 2nd floor HEALTH & COUNSELLING CENTRE: It is located on the ground floor CANTEEN: The Canteen on the 2nd floor provides clean, healthy and hygienic food. SAFE DRINKING WATER FACILITY: Safe drinking facility is made available with water coolers on each floor and in the Canteen. AUDITORIUM: The College has a well furnished, air conditioned state of the art Auditorium on the first floor occupying some part of the second and third floor also. NSS OFFICE: The college NSS has a fully equipped office with necessary furniture & fixture on the 6th floor
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DLLE OFFICE: Office of the Department of Life Long Learning & Extension Activities- University of Mumbai (DLLE) located on the 5th floor has fully equipped office with necessary furniture & fixture. HINDI RESEARCH CENTRE: A Hindi Research Centre has been recently created on the 5th floor. It has necessary furniture & fixture along with a computer, a printer and a Departmental Library. Common Research Centre
4.2- Library as a Learning Resource
The college Library is a temple of learning which houses diverse collection of books (print, Braille, audio books & e-books), journals & periodicals (in print & Braille), Educational CDs, Feature Films in English, Marathi & Hindi, Documentary Films, VCDs on SIKHISM, Maps, Charts, Audio Cassettes, etc. The Library is fully automated with software having International Standards-SLIM 21. A well trained support staff is available for providing reference & referral service to its users. Guidance is given for accessing e-resources available on the Internet and through UGC N-LIST Programme. The Library and learning resources are utilized by teaching & non-teaching staff (aided, unaided section, junior college & School), students and alumni also.
4.2.1- Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the composition of such a committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly?
The Library has an Advisory Committee. It consists of the Principal, the Librarian and three senior faculty members. Formal committee meetings are held twice a year. The committee discusses various issues related to the library and gives concrete suggestions. It also brings better understanding of the role of the library among users and helps in book selection. It reviews the budget and purchases made during the previous year. The Library Policy is framed in the first meeting of every academic year. The significant initiative from the Advisory Committee is a multimedia library cubicle with 6 computers for Multimedia viewing and English Language Lab, extension of library services to the visually impaired, changing current DOS based Library Management Software to a state of the Art Library Management Software having International Standards, easy Access in the Reference Library and inclusion of Student‟s Representative in the Library Advisory Committee, Book Bank Facility to the students of Self-Financed Section, etc.
4.2.2- Provide details of the following: Total area of the library (in sq.mts) Reference Library-6th floor- 112 sq mts Reading Room-3rd floor- 58 sq mts Total Seating Capacity: 106 Working hours (on working days, on holidays, before examination days, during examination days, during vacation)
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Reference Library: On working days : 9am to 5pm Before examination days : 8am to 5pm During examination days : 8am to 6pm During vacation : 9am to 5pm On Sunday : 9am to 4pm
Reading Room: On working days : 8am to 4pm Before examination days : 8am to 4pm During examination days : 7.30 am to 5pm
Layout of the library (individual reading carrels, lounge area for browsing and relaxed reading, IT Zone for accessing e-resources)
Reference Library-6th floor: Separate IT Zone/Multimedia carrel is created for accessing e- resources, listening to Audio Books, Using English Language Lab, viewing CD-ROMs, etc. in the Reference Library. Internet access is provided to the staff as well as students in this area. Two tables and two notice boards are kept separately and exclusively for accessing reading material on Career Guidance, Competitive Examinations, Personality Development and Women‟s Studies in the Reference Library for the convenience of interested students. Book Issue counter is also located in the Reference Library-6th floor. Space is provided exclusively to faculty and research students for their reference work next to the Librarian‟s cabin.
All users of the library are assisted by the library staff. The library attempts to encourage users to refer to collection of Reference & general books, Academic Journals, Audio Books, CD-ROMs by maintaining an open access system. Reading Room- 3rd floor: Reading Room is provided with separate IT Zone too. Archival issues of Academic Journals, newspapers and popular magazines are maintained in the Reading Room.
4.2.3- How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles, print and e-journals and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years.
At the commencement of every academic year, requisition for text books, reference books new Journals, etc are given by the head/in-charges of the departments & students in the prescribed Book Requisition Form to the Principal. After taking into consideration the budgetary provisions made for the academic year and after suggestions from Library Advisory Committee, purchases are made. List of new arrivals is put up on the Notice Board in the Reference Library and emailed to the persons concerned. Book reviews published in standard newspapers, journals are also considered before deciding to purchase reading material. During December every year, an annual three days exhibition of newly acquired reference & general books is arranged in the Reference Library for the faculty and students. The Library follows Open Access System. Further, library staff assists the users personally in locating the books and other reading material.
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PARTICULARS 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Amount spent Amount spent Amount spent Amount spent In INR In INR In INR In INR (NO OF (NO OF (NO OF (NO OF BOOKS) BOOKS) BOOKS) BOOKS) BOOKS-PRINT 701991.00 303764.00 298469.00 347802.00 (2259) (1364) (1755) (1611) AUDIO BOOKS - - 990.00 - (50) BOOKS IN - - 1319.00 - BRAILLE (24) EDUCATIONA 2444.00 4249.00 - 375.00 L CDs (11) (17) (03)
NEWSPAPERS 17507.00 20196.00 21384.00 22240.00 NEWSPAPER - - 1200.00 1200.00 IN BRAILLE JOURNALS & 76227.00 57276.00 41398.00 94498.00 PERIODICALS E-RESOURCES: 26440.00 30265.00 39060.00 39060.00 ICFAI/IUP ONLINE JOURNALS UGC N-LIST - 5000.00 5000.00 5000.00 PROGRAMME
4.2.4- Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection.
1. OPAC: Open Access Catalogue has been installed on all computers in the Reference library and Web-OPAC is accessible through the College Website.
2. Electronic Resource Management package for e-journals: UGC N-LIST Programme, IUP, Hyderabad, India online journals have been subscribed to. Sage Publications‟ online version of Journals is also available. Khan Academy‟s free online Educational Resources such as videos, lectures are downloaded from the site and made available to the staff and students.
3. Federated Searching tools to search articles in multiple databases:Help is taken from the University of Mumbai Library for this purpose.
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4. Library Website: YES-
5. In-house/remote access to e-publications:IUP, Hyderabad online journals, SAGE publications‟ online version of Journals and UGC N-LIST Programme are accessed by staff and students in the Reference library, Reading room, staffroom as well as from their PC/Cyber Cafe. Sage Publications‟ online version of Journals, N-LIST & IUP online Journals‟ access is password enabled.
6. Library Automation: The Library is fully computerized with Microsoft Certified software.
7. Total number of Computers for public access: 07 terminals in the Reference library and 12 terminals in the reading room have been made available for public access with Wi-Fi facility. In addition, the Dept. of Physics has e-book library and departmental computers are also given to students.
8. Total number of printers for public access: Three Printers are available for staff & students as and when required.
9. Internet bandwidth/speed: 12MBPS Lease Line
10. Institutional Repository: Yes
11. Content Management System for e-learning: No
12. Participation in Resource sharing networks/consortia (like INFLIBNET): UGC-NLIST Programme.
4.2.5- Provide details on the following items:
Average number of walk-ins: 96
Average number of books issued/returned: 45, During Exam time-71
Ratio of library books to students enrolled: 8:1
Average number of books added during last three years: 1576
Average number of login to OPAC: 10-15
Average number of login to e-resources: N-List is user ID & Password enabled. It can be accessed remotely also. 5-10
Average number of e-resources downloaded/printed: 10
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Number of information literacy trainings organized: The new entrants are oriented regarding Library usage at the beginning of the academic year. A special training session on information literacy is conducted every year.
Details of „weeding out‟ of books and other materials: As per the Weeding Out Policy framed by the Library Advisory Committee, mutilated and out-of-syllabus books are discarded from the stock every 5 years. A notice regarding the same is circulated among the faculty members well in advance. The head/in-charge of the departments personally check their respective book collection and give recommendations regarding the withdrawal of the books to the librarian. Two copies of the out of syllabus books are preserved for future reference. All details of withdrawn books are entered in the Library Management software.
4.2.6- Give details of the specialized services provided by the library.
1. Manuscripts: Rare documents in Gurumukhi script have been preserved.
2. Reference: The faculty and students are provided with personal reference service. The Library staff personally helps students to use library references for their class assignments and project work.
3. Reprography: Photocopying facility is available to the faculty and students. They are allowed to photocopy book chapters/journal articles required for assignments & project work, question papers of earlier examinations and other documents on payment. Photocopy Requisition Forms are duly filled in by the desirous persons. This form contains COPYRIGHT DECLARATION. A separate photocopying register is being maintained by the library.
4. ILL (Inter Library Loan Service): The Librarian visits libraries of neighbouring colleges to procure question papers.
5. Information Deployment and Notification: Information related to Library Rules & Regulations, Holidays, Thought for the Day, Sanskrita Subhashitas, latest career opportunities & avenues, MPSC & UPSC Exam, latest editions of reading material such as reference books, audio books, journals, new courses for UG & PG students, etc are displayed on the notice boards in the Reference Library and updated from time to time. Information is also mailed to the staff.
6. Download: Students are permitted to download information related to their projects, assignments and research work. Revised syllabi of various courses, important information related to different subjects are downloaded by the Librarian from the Internet and made available to the faculty and students.
7. Printing: Printers are available in the library for use by the staff.
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8. Reading List/Bibliography Compilation: Reading lists and Bibliographies are prepared as per the requisitions received from the faculty and students and are kept in the Reference library.
9. In-house/Remote access to e-resources: The Library subscribes to N-LIST by INFLIBNET and all teachers and students can access the same with username and password.
10. User Orientation and Awareness: Library orientation is given to all beginners at the commencement of every year. The staff & students are updated about the new facilities and acquisitions of the library through email and regular notices which are displayed on the Notice Boards.
11. Assistance in searching Databases: The staff and students are assisted by the welltrained library staff in searching databases available through N-LIST.
12. INFLIBNET/IUC Facilities: The Library subscribes to N-LIST by INFLIBNET.
13. Scanning Service: As per the requisition from the faculty and students, Journal articles, book chapters, etc are scanned on payment basis and sent to their respective email address by the librarian. A separate scanning register is being maintained by the Library for this purpose.
14. Journal TOCs: Academic Journals & Periodicals form an important part of the Library Collection. As they are the source of current information in various subjects, „JournalTOCs‟-Journal Table of Content Service has been initiated from 2012-13. The Content pages are scanned and sent to the respective users (Faculty & Students) by email as per their profile. This saves their time in searching the relevant current information from the Journals.
4.2.7- Enumerate on the support provided by the Library Staff to the students and teachers of the college. 1. Personal help in locating books and other reading material 2. Help is provided to students in usage of library for their assignment and project work, etc 3. Forwarding important circulars, news, journals articles related to Higher Education to its stakeholders regularly.
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4.2.8- What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details.
As sharing of knowledge resources is essential to initiate inclusive education, our college has decided to share its Library Resources with Senior Citizens and differently abled students- especially visually impaired students. The library has added following reading material in Braille. Hindi Fortnightly Newspaper Marathi Fortnightly Newspaper General books in English, Hindi and Marathi Audio books in English, Hindi and Marathi have been purchased for them. Students from different classes were deputed by the librarian as readers/writers to help visually challenged students who appeared for competitive exams, typing class, etc.
4.2.9- Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analyzed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies are deployed by the Library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback analyzed and used for further improvement of the library services?)
There is a proper mechanism in place to collect feedback from students. It is essential for the overall development of the library. Sometimes the librarian gets verbal feedback from the staff and students. A suggestion box is made available to the students at the entrance of the Library on the 6th floor. The feedback is analyzed periodically for necessary action. Further, Library Questionnaire which covers the component of infrastructural facilities including Library Services is distributed in the classrooms, reading room and reference library and during Library Exhibitions by Library Advisory Committee members. Free access to Library is available to students and the faculty. In addition, regular feedback is obtained from the students, alumni & faculty and is analyzed by the Principal, Librarian and Library Committee members and utilized for improvement in library services.
4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1- Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution
Number of computers with configuration (provide actual number with exact configuration of each available system Computer-student ratio Stand alone facility LAN facility Licensed Software Number of nodes/computers with Internet facility Any other
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No. of Sr. Internet Location computer/ Printers No. connection lap-top 03Laser 01 Office 07 Cable net 02Dotmatrix 1-P.C.net 02 Server room 03 connection 03 Principal‟s Cabin 01 Cable net 01 laser 02 Wi-Fi 04 Second floor 02 laser 04 lap-tops connection 12P.C. Third floor 05 12 internet (Reading room) connection 04 P.C. Wifi 03 laser 06 Staff room 05 connection 01inkjet 31 P.C. 07 I.T. Lab. 30+1 internet connection 31 P.C.net 08 I.T. lab 31 01inkjet connection 01 laser 02 01 P.C.net 09 Exam room 03photocopier 01 lap-top connection cum printer 01 P.C.net 10 Seminar Hall 01 lap-top connection 01dotmatrix 11 P.C.net 11 Library 11 01photocopier connection cum printer 08 01 P.C.net 01colour 12 Physics lab 01 lap-top connection printer 01 P.C.net 13 Botany lab 01 connection 01 P.C.net 14 Chemistry lab 01 02 laser connection 15 N.S.S. 01 01 laser 16 Hindi dept 01 Extension activity 17 02 room 18 NAAC room 01 01 canon
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The total number of computers available is 104 Desktops and 07 Laptops. The computer-student ratio is 1:22 02 data cards
4.3.2- Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus.
Computer and internet facilities are freely available to the faculties and students on all working days in the science laboratories, library, reading room, computer laboratories, staff room and seminar hall. The faculty members utilize the internet services for their research activities. Students avail the internet services for their project work. Computer and internet facility is also available in the library on Sundays. The Principal and Vice Principals are provided with computers along with printers. Laptops are made available to the faculty for presentations within the campus. In addition, Internet Data card from the service providers such as Tata Photon & Airtel are used exclusively by the Examination Section for downloading University of Mumbai Annual Examination Question papers.
4.3.3- What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?
As a result of rapid progress in technology up gradation of computers needs to be done annually. UGC funds are utilized for upgrading IT facilities. Up-gradation of software is done as per requirement of curriculum. The Library Management Software was upgraded by implementing a Microsoft certified software having international standards named SLIM21. The institution has plans to provide new computer systems whenever required due to the increase in the students‟ strength.
4.3.4- Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, up gradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years)
Amount Spent Year (In rupees) 2010-2011 3, 50, 455 2011-2012 2, 59, 563 2012-2013 10, 37, 257 2013-2014 58, 640
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4.3.5- How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer-aided teaching/learning materials by its staff and students? All class rooms are equipped with LCD projectors and computers, sound system. Teachers use audio amplifiers. Science laboratories are provided with projectors, laptops, OHP and internet facility The Library has computers for using e resources etc. Language laboratory with computers and accessories Departments have computer with wi-fi facility A list of websites is displayed on the notice board Students are trained in effective usage of power point Staff members are provided with computers and internet facility for preparation of teaching material Teaching-learning aids are used in departments including interactive boards, Wi-Fi, audio-visual aids, etc. Skype is used for video lecturing.
4.3.6- Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to on-line teaching-learning resources, independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning spaces, etc.) by the institution place the student at the centre of teaching-learning process and render the role of a facilitator for the teacher. Teachers are encouraged to undergo training in computer-aided teaching Students are trained to use learning resources Students are encouraged to present seminar topics using ICT Departments are provided with laptops, projector, screen and visual aids The Auditorium is equipped with audio visual aids Technically skilled staff is available for assistance in use of ICT and e-learning Class rooms are ICT enabled The Language lab encourages independent learning Students are given training by the librarian in using e-resources such as N-LIST programme PPTs are used during presentations in the Seminar Hall. The Physics laboratory has an e-library.
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4.3.7- Does the institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity directly or through the affiliating University? If so, what are the services availed of?
The college avails of National Knowledge Network connectivity through University of Mumbai and Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited for a number of administrative and academic activities. The Network is extensively used for online admission process such as receiving admission forms, publishing Merit Lists and issuing Hall Tickets along with Personal Registration Numbers (PRN) to students, etc. Further, National Knowledge Network connectivity is sought from UGC-INFLIBNET N-LIST Programme which provides online access to around 2100 e-journals (for e.g Economic & Political Weekly, Royal Society of Chemistry, Oxford University Press Journals, etc), and 51000 e-books.
4.4- Maintenance of Campus Facilities
4.4.1- How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of the available financial resources for maintenance and upkeep of the following facilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budget allocated during last four years)?
Adequate provision of funds for the upkeep and maintenance of facilities is made every year. The following budgetary provisions were made for upkeep and maintenance of facilities on campus during the last four years.
S 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 r Particular Actua N s Budget Actual Budget Actual Budget Actual Budget l o ed Exp ed Exp ed Exp ed Exp 21766 a Building 450000 689799 500000 42325 500000 186544 500000 2 12156 b Furniture 300000 387960 400000 614117 600000 332322 500000 2 Equipme 43577 c 250000 912419 300000 210233 350000 463129 500000 nt 9 Compute d 250000 301750 300000 172640 350000 960381 250000 NIL rs
e Vehicles NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL
Any f NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL NIL other
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4.4.2- What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college?
The college has appointed an estate manager under whose supervision skilled personnel which includes electricians, carpenters, plumbers, painters, masons and supporting staff carry out maintenance and cleaning work. This staff is available on call as and when required. Additional maintenance and up-keep of infrastructure facilities is done through formal annual maintenance contracts.
Regular renovations of campus including painting, plastering and major repairs are carried out by the management from time to time.
Computers, photocopiers, LCD projectors, printers are under AMC and there is also a technical staff appointed by the college for their maintenance.
Some of the non-teaching staff appointed by the college is also trained in electrical, plumbing and carpentry work to meet any emergencies.
Maintenance of library books is done by library staff. Pest control is done in the library annually and stock verification is carried out in the summer vacation.
Stock verification and audit is done annually in all the laboratories by the laboratory staff under the supervision of faculty members. The laboratory staff also takes care of the maintenance of laboratory equipments. Services of suppliers, expert technicians from Western Regional Instrumentation Centre, Mumbai are also utilized for repair and maintenance of instruments and equipments.
The Laboratory staff is sent for training related to maintenance of equipments and laboratory safety conducted by Western Regional Instrumentation Centre, Mumbai and other institutions.
Maintenance of water coolers, water pumps, fire extinguishers is done with the help of technicians from the respective dealers. The elevators & air conditioners are regularly services.
4.4.3- How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments?
Instruments are calibrated regularly and before examinations. Calibration and maintenance is taken care of by the laboratory staff under the supervision of faculty members. Calibration and maintenance of sophisticated equipments are done by their dealers.
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4.4.4- What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water, etc)
Power suppliers with stabilizers are installed for voltage maintenance. Computers are provided with UPS The college has overhead storage tanks to ensure continuous water supply LPG cylinder storage room is located in each laboratory and is equipped with fire extinguisher. Voltage stabilizers are installed for sensitive equipments, photocopy machines, laboratory instruments and air-conditioners. Scientific equipments are installed in separate dust and damp free instrumentation rooms Equipments are maintained by faculty members of each department. A generator is available to overcome emergencies. The Bruhanmumbai Municipal Corporation is the supplier of water. The college has sufficient storage tanks to ensure a constant water supply.
Any other relevant information regarding Infrastructure and Learning Resources which the college would like to include. The College is well secured with 24/7 security personnel. CCTV Cameras have been deployed in the campus, corridors, classrooms, Science Laboratories, Library, Reading Room, Staff room, Seminar Hall, Multipurpose Hall and Auditorium. Identity Cards are mandatory for students, faculty and non-teaching staff. An E-Notice Board has been installed on the ground floor.
The College has five departmental libraries.
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce CRITERION V:
Student Support and Progression
Promoting talent and fostering global competencies among students are the core values that incumbent on every institution to ensure the success of the programmes. The results of Guru Nanak College have been improving every year. Career guidance, counseling, training programmes are in place to support students. Sincere efforts are taken to reduce the number of dropouts, which is pronounced in the college, considering the background of the students. A number of scholarships, freeships, free coaching in sports, music, dance are available to ensure access to all students. Students participate in a range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and develop into socially responsible, empowered citizens.
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CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support
5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually? If yes, what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability?
Yes, the Institution publishes its updated prospectus annually. This is also posted on the college website www.gurunanakcollegeasc.in . The prospectus provides information about the vision, mission, quality policy, motto, courses offered, academic calendar, admission procedure, evaluation system, discipline rules, code of conduct, freeships, scholarships offered, college activities, placement committee, anti-ragging rules, consultancy services and staff profiles. The prospectus also contains a layout of the college, information about the Institutions Social Responsibility (ISR). A copy of the prospectus is given to the students along with the admission form.
5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships/freeships, given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time?
The Institution provides financial aid in various forms. This is particularly important for our college as a large number of students come from economically weaker sections of society. Government sponsored freeships and scholarships are extended to deserving /eligible students. Very often admission is granted by payment of a nominal fee. Besides these, the following facilities are extended to students: Fees are accepted in installments from needy students. Freeships are provided to meritorious girl students by the Management (the GNVS Scholarship). In the year 2012-13, five girl students received the scholarship of Rs.18040/- and in the year 2013-14, eight girl students received the scholarship of Rs.31930/- ANGC Scholarship for students was provided Sportsmen are given concessions whenever required Aid in the form of books through the book bank scheme is given to all students. Travelling Allowance and food allowance are given to students who participate in inter- collegiate competitions.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
YEAR TYPE NO.OF STUDENTS AMOUNT 2013-14 S.C 41 185899.00 S.B.C. 31 189047.00 O.B.C 25 109757.00 V.J.N.T 6 43654.00 103 528357.00
2012 -13 S.C 40 313672.00 S.B.C. 36 558076.00 O.B.C 20 280908.00 V.J.N.T 4 61202.00 100 1213858.00
2011 -12 S.C 30 269170.00 S.B.C. 27 451007.00 O.B.C 18 203318.00 V.J.N.T 2 19782.00 77 943277.00
2010-11 S.C 30 189050.00 S.B.C. 23 348590.00 O.B.C 16 193490.00 V.J.N.T 5 50430.00 74 781560.00
2009-10 S.C 31 233950.00 S.B.C. 8 88830.00 O.B.C 6 154290.00 V.J.N.T 5 18970.00 S.T 2 8250.00 52 504290.00
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5.1.3 What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?
Detail of the financial assistance received by students is attached. % of students who have received the financial assistance = No. of students received financial assistance * 100 Total no. of students eligible for assistance
Year Percentage 21.39 2010-11 28.24 2011-12 26.01 2012-13 38.02
2013-14 46.30
50 45 40 35 30 25 Percentage 20 15 10 5 0 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Academic Year
Number of students availing financial assistance every year
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5.1.4 What are specific support services/facilities available?
Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections Physically challenged /differently-abled students/overseas students Students to participate in various competitions: National and International Medical assistance to students health care, health insurance etc Organizing coaching classes for competitive exam Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy ,etc) Support for „slow learning‟ Exposure of students to other institution of higher learning/ corporate / business house etc./ publication of student magazines.
Given the weak economic background of our students, it becomes very important for the college to provide as much material support to the students. The College has been taking a number of steps to ensure that students get all the support they need to continue with their education. Some of the measures taken by the college are:
1. Physically challenged – facilities in infrastructure 2. Admissions are given as per University rules and the Government‟s reservation policy is adhered to. 3. Concessional fees and freeships are provided as per University regulations to SC/ST,OBC, economically weaker /physically challenged students. 4. Remedial coaching is given to the students from economically weaker sections. 5. English language development classes are conducted for needy students. 6. Free coaching is provided by professional experts in boxing, football, martial arts, performing arts to the students for participating in external competitions; nutritional diet is provided to students who participate in such activities. 7. Students are taken to the various educational /research and industrial centres for field trips and visits. 8. Book bank facility is provided to the students from the library. 9. The College publishes a magazine every year which includes articles, essays, reports and poems contributed by the staff and students. The Information-Technology department publishes its magazine Digital and the BMM department publishes e-minds which contains subject related articles. 10. Medical Centre, Counselling Cell, Department Libraries and other facilities are made available to support students in their learning. 11. The College provides coaching for various competitive exams such as UPSC, MPSC, CA and others. 12. Special remedial lectures are conducted for S.C. / S.T. students. 13. Fees are accepted in installments from needy students. 14. The college also provides writers for slow learners and visually impaired students. 15. The college administrative staff extends all the above facilities to students. 16. The college premises are available for self study by students during exams.
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5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.
Students are encouraged to work on projects which give them exposure to entrepreneurial skills. This is very important for our students who are academically weak and may not find it easy to be absorbed in the formal job market. Such training prepares them for alternative means of earning their livelihoods. An entrepreneurship certificate course is conducted for students Under the DLLE assisted Annapoorna Scheme, students prepare food items which are sold to students and staff in the college. The students do everything from preparing the items to keeping accounts. The Botany Department trains its students in preparing and selling herbal cosmetics. Under the DLLE students prepare Diwali diyas, rakhis and other festival related items which are sold within the college premises. The students also sell stationery items as a part of the DLLE Scheme. A tree census was conducted by students of the Botany department. Under the DLLE, students undertake industry oriented projects. Inter-collegiate festivals like Gignosco and Zeal incorporate enterpreneurial and marketing skills in students. Large numbers of students participate in intercollegiate cultural competitions. Special training is provided for the purpose. Courses like B.M.S. have special papers with enterpreneurial skills included in their curriculum. In the M.Com course, research oriented projects with industry are given to students. Student‟s pickup entrepreneurship tips from there. Experts are called to train students in marketing and enterpreneurial skills. Dr. Vinayak Mahajan, who conducted a session on career counseling under the Department of Chemistry, also offered job opportunities to T.Y. students.
5.1.6. Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, quiz competition, debates and discussions, cultural activities etc. Additional academic support, flexibility in internal examinations assignments. Special dietary requirements, sports uniform & materials Any other
Various committees are constituted to promote co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Every department is allocated a budget to facilitate these activities. The college encourages sports/extra-curricular participation in various ways. Examples of these are as follows: Free coaching is provided for boxing, football, martial arts and space is provided for practice and training. Sports gear and nutritious food are provided. Sports scholarship is offered. Travelling Allowance/DA given to the participants for external events.
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Special concession in attendance and academic support is provided to the participants. Grace marks were given to qualified students according to University rule. In-house events like sports days and cultural events in fine arts and performing arts are organisied every year. Trophies, medals and certificates are given to the winners. Training by experts is provided to the participants in various vocational courses such as choreography, calligraphy, computer literacy, Tally, English communication skills, etc. Free training in dance and music is given to students and Costumes are provided to students participating in various inter-collegiate programmes by the College. All inter-collegiate and intra-collegiate events are publicized in the college by displaying on college notice boards, e-notice board and by sending notices in classes. An activity calendar is maintained in the college and is displayed on notice boards. A students‟ council works in tandem with the cultural committee and the sports committee to promote various competitions in the college. Debates and discussions are organised in the college on various issues. Event management training is provided to the students.
5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students in preparing for the competitive exams? Give details on the number of students appeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR-NET.UGC NET, SLET, ATE/ CAT/ GRE/ TOEFL/ GMAT/ Central/ State Services, Defense, Civil Services ,Etc
The College provides coaching through the AIM programme for various competitive exams such as UPSC, MPSC, CA and others. Students are encouraged and guided by staff members about the various resources available. Students refer to the library, which has a sizeable collection of books/reference material, CDs, journals catering to these exams. Special guidance for NET/SLET exams is given to M.Com students.
5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social, etc.)?
Personal and academic counselling is provided to the students during their orientation. 1. A counsellor is available in the premises. 2. Career counselling workshops, seminars and lectures are organized by departments and reputable organizations like gee-bee, young buzz, etc. 3. Teachers give personal counselling to the students on a regular basis. 4. The counsellor has helped a number of students. 5. A medical officer and counsellor are appointed and are available for students‟ health related issues. 6. Parents of defaulter students are called and the pupils are counselled jointly with their parents. 7. A career counselling cell organises lectures for students.
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8. Special counselling is provided to students to prevent drop-outs. 9. Stress management, time management and meditation lectures are regularly organised in the college. A self-development programme is conducted for students. 10. Departments also organise career counselling lectures for third year students.
5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and plac-ement of its students? If yes, give details on the services provided to help students identify jo-b opportunities and prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the programmes)
The Career Guidance Cell and Placement Cell create awareness about career options available and arrange placements on campus. They conduct activities throughout the year. Institutions/ corporates/ industries approach the college Placement Cell for conducting campus interviews. The College permits the companies to display their advertisements on notice boards in the college and also to conduct aptitude tests and interviews. Companies can also approach the students directly during workshops and seminars conducted for them. The P.M.C. bank directly recruits T.Y.B.Com toppers from the college. The Management Institute of the GNVS also provides various job references to students. Recommendation letters, References, bonafide certificates are provided to the students seeking employment.
Placement Cell Report
Name and details of the No. of students Sr. no company recruited 1. H.B.L Global LTD. 02 Emkay Global Financial Service 2. 02 Ltd. 3. J.P. Morgan Ltd. 03 4. L.I.C. Of India 05 5. Cipla Pvt. Ltd. 04 6 HDFC PVT. LTD. 05 7 Nouveau Medicament Ltd. 00 8 Macleads Pharmaceuticals Ltd 08 Spanco Telesystem &solution 9 20 Ltd.
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10 Kotak Mahindra Bank 05 11 First Source solution 01 12 APEX Pharma. Ltd. 11 Reliance General Insurance Co. 13 03 Ltd. 14 IIL Ltd. 00 15 TVB Ltd. 06 16 Jaro Education Ltd. 08 17 ICC Lombard 19 18 PCI Pvt. Ltd. 68 19 TCS PVT.LTD. 45 20 Sara Finance Ltd. 52 21 Panoramic Pvt. Ltd. 130 22 IDBI Co. Ltd. 150 23 Accenture Pvt. Ltd. 135 24 Nokia Pvt. Ltd. 135 25 Interact CRM 135
26 M Phasis 135
27 I NG VYSYABank Ltd. 250
28 N I I T -
29 P C I - 30 Mphasis 02 31 AMCAT To be placed 32 Mphasis 05 33 ZS associates 02
AMCAT(BAF,BMS,BBI, 34 To be placed BMM)
35 AMCAT (BSc.IT) 05
36 Aircel(BAF, BMS) 02
37 Aliff Overseas 04 3HD Media (BMM, BMS, IT, 38 Tobe placed BAF, BBI_
5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported redressed during the last four years.
Yes, the institution has a students‟ grievance redressal cell, Anti-ragging committee and Discipline committee. Suggestion boxes are placed in the college at various places. Students also have direct access to the Principal to resolve any of their grievances. Students send their complaints via email to the Principal and Vice Principal and these are kept confidential.
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5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions made for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?
The Institute has an active Women‟s Development Cell which is as per University guidelines. The college has installed CCTV cameras to prevent any mishaps related to women/ girl students. The active discipline committee has women staff to monitor and tackle such cases if any. In association with the local police officials an interactive session with girl students was held under Mrityunjay Project. The police department circulated important phone numbers and contact details for the benefit of the girl students in case of any emergency. All emergency numbers and helpline numbers are displayed on the notice board. The NSS unit and the WDC with the support of NGOs, MAVA and VACHA organise various gender-sensitization programmes for the students.
5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances( if any) have been reported during the four years and what action has been taken on these?
Yes, the Institute has an anti-ragging committee. No instance of ragging has been reported so far. All discipline related matters are handled by the Discipline Committee. The Principal and Vice Principals and teachers regularly take rounds to prevent occurrence of any ragging related incident.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available for students by the institution. The College tries to ensure welfare of the students through various means. Some of these are: 1. Easy installment facility in fees 2. Canteen facility is provided to students 3. Book bank scheme 4. Students participating in sports get TA/DA concession. Special diet is provided to sports participants during their training period and also during tournaments. Free coaching is provided to students for sports, dance and singing. 5. Refreshments are given to students during Inter-collegiate competitions and Annual day cultural programme. 6. Deficit of NSS unit is borne by the College. 7. Group Insurance Scheme (GIS) is implemented. The GIS is a non-statutory welfare scheme made available to the students of the affiliated colleges of University Of Mumbai and the premium owing to collective endeavour subsidized to an affordable amount. 8. The College premises are made available to the students till late hours for reading during examinations in addition to the library. 9. The College provides equipment support to students for their projects. 10. An activity area is available for students for rehearsals and practice. 11. Choreographers and stage directors are appointed during various inter-collegiate competitions like Youth festival. 12. A numbers of scholarships is given to needy/deserving students. 13. Fees are accepted in installments from needy students.
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14. A health centre has been set up in the College. A doctor visits the College twice a week. The College also has first-aid kit ready and available at all times. The College has MOU with Krishna Cardiac Centre, Dadar and Guru Nanak Hospital, Bandra for students and staff. The College has collaboration with Think Foundation and Rotary Club for Thalassameia check-up which is compulsory for all Third Year students. In case of emergencies, the College has a tie-up with hospitals nearby including Sion Hospital which provides us with blood if required. 15. Free counselling
5.1.14Does the Institution have a registered alumni association? If yes, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development?
The college has an alumni association which meets regularly. Suggestions from alumni are incorporated in the infrastructure development (eg. reading room, additional lift, etc.). The different academic courses like M.Com and self-finance pogrammes were initiated due to their demand. The alumni are invited occasionally, wherein they interact with the current students and staff. Some benefits that the college has received through its alumni are: The Alumni are a part of the IQAC Some students have been placed informally through contacts with these alumni members. Some of our ex-students have been invited as guest speakers for the benefit of the current students. The alumni also help us in organising NSS camps and community activities. The alumni are also members of NSS Advisory Committee and Extension Activities. The alumni also contribute in the Annual Day programme by participating in annual day cultural programme. The Alumni help library staff in organising exhibitions. They also donate books. The Alumni of Department of Chemistry organised Chem-Fiesta, an inter-collegiate festival. The Alumni who are associated with N.G.O‟s also help in organising different activities in the college like Human Rights Week, environmental projects, etc.
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5.2 Student Progression
5.2.1 Highlight the trends of student progression for the last four batches.
Given the low cut-off of percentage at which students are admitted into the college, very few of them study further and pursue higher education which is reflected in the percentages below: Student progression.
Numbers are just estimated UG to PG 20% to 25% (Average across all branches) PG to M.phil - PG to Ph.D 0.5% Employed Most of our students are employed. Many of them join family business and /Or become entrepreneurs. Campus selection 10% to 15%
5.2.2 What is the programme wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (course wise batch wise as stipulated by the University)? Give programme-wise details on how it compares itself with the previous year‟s performance and if available with other college under the University.
RESULT ANALYSIS: 2008-09 TO 2012-13
Programme: T. Y. B.Sc. (Chemistry) Total No. of students Passing Percent Analysis of result Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 27 14 51.85 63.77 - 14 51.85 - 2010-11 31 17 54.80 56.88 5 16.13 11 35.48 1 3.23 2011-12 17 13 76.47 47.51 5 29.41 7 41.18 1 5.88 2012-13 16 10 62.50 50.25 2 12.50 8 50.00 -
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Programme: T. Y. B. Sc. (Mathematics) Total No. of students Passing Percent Analysis of result Year Univer I class II class III class College Appeared Passed sity % No. % No. % No. % % 2010-11 10 5 50 49.47 2 20.00 3 30.00 - 2011-12 15 6 40 47.51 1 6.67 5 33.33 - 2012-13 16 10 62.50 50.25 2 12.50 8 50.00 -
Programme: T. Y. B.Com. Total No. of students Passing Percent Analysis of result Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 235 199 84.68 63.67 76 32.34 109 46.38 14 5.96 2010-11 249 223 89.56 62.00 57 22.89 142 57.03 24 9.64 2011-12 222 210 94.59 81.53 194 87.39 16 7.21 - 2012-13 258 246 95.35 81.13 234 90.70 12 4.65 -
Programme: T. Y. B. A. Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I class II class III class Appear College Passed rsity ed % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 31 27 87.00 75.12 07 22.58 18 58.06 02 6.45 2010-11 38 34 89.50 73.75 12 31.58 17 44.74 05 13.16 2011-12 48 44 91.67 78.56 17 35.42 21 43.75 06 12.50 2012-13 52 44 84.62 76.66 09 17.31 34 65.38 01 1.92
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Programme: T. Y. B. M. M. (Mass Media) Total No. of students Passing Percent Analysis of result Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 20 15 75 72.73 11 55.00 1 5.00 3 15.00 2010-11 38 35 92.10 94.31 28 73.68 3 7.89 4 10.53 2011-12 55 41 74.55 91.32 33 60.00 6 10.91 2 3.64 2012-13 25 21 84.00 92.34 17 68.00 3 12.00 1 4.00
Programme: T. Y. B. Com. (Banking and insurance) Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 37 37 100 95.69 37 100 - - 2010-11 43 43 100 94.81 39 90.70 1 2.33 3 6.98 2011-12 42 36 85.71 81.46 29 69.05 3 7.14 4 9.52 2012-13 47 42 89.36 84.40 25 53.19 6 12.77 11 23.40
Programme: T. Y. B. Sc. (Information Technology)
Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2009-10 60 31 51.67 51.11 25 41.67 3 5.00 3 5.00 2010-11 58 36 62.07 49.13 27 46.55 4 6.90 5 8.62 2011-12 48 28 58.33 51.22 24 50.00 4 8.33 - 2012-13 84 43 51.19 47.40 32 38.10 11 13.10 -
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Programme: T. Y. B. M. S.
Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2010-11 55 41 74.55 67.54 30 54.55 5 9.09 6 10.91 2011-12 52 43 82.69 68.46 30 57.69 1 1.92 12 23.09 2012-13 59 46 77.97 66.14 30 50.85 9 15.25 7 11.86
Programme: T. Y. B. A. F Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I class II class III class College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2011-12 27 23 85.19 93.85 21 77.78 1 3.70 1 3.70 2012-13 58 53 91.38 92.41 52 89.66 1 1.72 -
Programme: M. Com (II) (Accountancy) Total No. of Passing Percent Analysis of result students Year Unive I II III College Appeared Passed rsity % No. % No. % No. % % 2011-12 07 07 100 84.63 1 14.29 5 71.43 1 14.29 2012-13 21 19 90.47 81.46 7 33.33 12 57.14 - -
This analysis is also done by using statistical tools to correlate the performance of the students with their attendance and learning capacities. Results have improved markedly due to continuous assessment.
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5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and /or towards employment for last four years?
The institution extends financial support to ensure that students do not drop out of the system of higher education.Concession in fees and facility to pay fees in installments is available for needy students. The Library is kept open on all working days and Sundays for the benefit of working students. Students can also avail the book bank facility. We have PG course in the college (M.Com), Management run college of Education (B.Ed), and with Management institute (under the umbrella of GNVS). The College has an active placement cell which helps students find suitable employment through campus placement whereby companies are called to give presentation to students and select from amongst them as per their requirement. Administrative support is given to students to pursue higher education. Recommendation letters, bonafide certificates, transcripts are provided for this purpose. Heads of the Department and Teachers also give recommendation letters and references. On campus jobs are offered to the needy and deserving students by paying their fees uner the „earn and learn‟ programme.
5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?
Remedial coaching, extra coaching is given to the students who are at risk of failure. Study notes/ material/reference books are provided to the students. Remedial lectures are conducted for SC/ST/OBC and minority students. Personal guidance by teachers, personal counselling, book bank facility are some of the measures taken to ensure that students get all the support they need to continue with their education. Extra coaching is given to students who are unable to attend regular lectures (Working students) Flexibility in internal tests and assignments is provided to students who are at the risk of drop –out. Fees are accepted in installments from students who are economically backward. We also give admissions to girl students who get married at an early age and have a gap in their education. Their family members are counselled to support them continue their education. Parent-teacher meetings are held and parents are counselled in order to prevent drop-out of students. Preliminary examinations are conducted. Under the student-mentoring programme, teachers guide and support students performance.
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5.3 Student Participation and activities
5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extra curcuurilar activities available to students.
Apart from academics, students are encouraged to participate in various extracurricular activities. We have a pool of talented students who participate in sports activities like Tug of War, Throw ball, Javelin throw football, taekwondo, cricket, and athletics and have won several prizes. To encourage student talent, the College organises Kala Avishkar, Kala Utsav where competitions like Nail art, T-Shirt Painting, Tatoo Painting, Hair Styling, Salad Dressing, Photography,Best from Waste, Jewellery making, Mehendi, Rakhi Making, Poetry reading, Poster making, Greeting card making, Painting, Clay modelling, Rangoli, flower arrangement, Fabric painting, Dance, Singing, Monoacting, Skit. The Self-Financing section organises Zeal, an inter-collegiate festival comprising events in cultural, sports and academics in addition to Ad film making, Short film making, radio Jockey, Rock Band, treasure hunt, NFS, typing master, IT Quiz, Counter strike which attracts good participation from students. The Dept. of Economics arranged an exhibition on „Union Budget‟ for the T.Y.B.Com students. The NSS unit undertakes various projects which inculcate social awareness amongst students. To make these projects student friendly, different competitions like Essay writing, debate, elocution, Street play, group singing, poster making are conducted.
5.3.2 Provide details for the previous four years on major achievements of students in cu- curricular, extracurricular activities and cultural activities at different level: University /state/zonal/national information, etc.
Sports 2009- 2010
Anil Bahadur of S.Y.BSc won Silver Medal in Inter Collegiate Best Physique competition. Inter Collegiate Boxing tournament
Santosh Singh (T.Y.B.Sc) Silver Medal Trupti Matal (F.Y.B.A.) Silver Medal Viji Nair (S.Y.B.A.) Bronze Medal Manmohan Sahani (S.Y.B.COM) Bronze Medal
In Mumbai District Football Association, our team was runner up amongst 72 teams. Madhusudan Umesh was selected from University football team to play Inter University tournament. Arnold Varghese was selected from Mumbai district taekwondo team for state tournament. Anil Bahadur won bronze medal in Mumbai district Body building competition, 3rd Prize in Body posing at “Gandharva”, inter collegiate competition by V.P.M College, Thane and 2nd Prize in body posing at KES college.
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2010-2011 Trupti Matal (S.Y.B.A.) won bronze medal in Inter Collegiate boxing tournament conducted by University of Mumbai, Gold medal in State women‟s Boxing tournament, 1st prize in Karate held at Dynamic Youth games at D.Y. Patil sports academy and participated in National Boxing Championship held at Guwahati. Shaikh Aamina (S.Y.B.A.) won bronze medal in Inter collegiate Taekwondo tournament. Boxing team prizes 1 Gold & 6 Silver medals in 11th Parle Mahotsav Boxing competition. 1 Gold & 3 Silver medals in Tarang Mahotsav.
2011-2012
Priya Singh won Bronze medal in Inter Collegiate boxing tournament . she was slected for All Indian Boxing Tournament. Football team entered the League (Best 8 teams) and won 1st prize in Russell Square International college. Anuj Pandey & Vinod Bhumesh (F.Y.B.Sc IT) won gold medal in 6th National Kung Fu Championship.
2012-2013 Football team entered the League (best 8 teams) and won 1st prize in Russell Square International college. Pranay jayant (F.Y.B.M.M) was selected for representing Maharashtra state team for National Basket ball finals.
2013-2014 Football team entered the league and won 1st prize Swayamin –Sheila Raheja school of management 1st prize in Cadence 2014 at M.D.College 1st prize in Fantasies 14 at S.I.E.S. College 1st prize in Resonance at S.I.W.S. college 2nd prize in Colossum at Ruia College 2nd prize in Vidyalankar school of I.T. Participated in Zest 2014 at J.K. Knowledge centre. Mahendra Ram Singh was selected for University Volley Ball coaching camp. Priya Singh won bronze medal in inter collegiate boxing tournament. Aarti Mahendra (T.Y.B.Sc IT) & Tanmayee Subodh Keni (S.Y.B.Sc) won silver medal in Maharashtra state level Taekwondo open championship 2014. Cultural Activities
2009-2010 12 students won prizes in inter collegiate competitions
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Folk dance grabbed prize in zonal round of Youth festival
2010-2011 Workshop was arranged for Dance, Drama, Acting, Miming and Skit. Students participated in Drawing, Painting, Clay modeling, quiz nd folk dance for youth festival. 20 students bagged prizes in inter collegiate festival.
2011-2012 Rahul Pawar (T.Y.B.M.S) bagged consolation prize in Poster making competition of Youth festival finals. Students participated in Youth festival for events such as, Mimicry, Story writing, painting, clay modelling, Poster Making, collage, Elocution, spot photography, cartooning, classical & Western instruments, Indian and western vocal, western group song. Yogita Gogar bagged 1st prizes in group dance, monoacting and folk dance in different inter collegiate competitions. Pooja Mhatre bagged 2nd prize in Group dance and folk dance in different inter collegiate competitions. A musical concert “Monsoon Magic” was organized in the college.
2012-2013 Ludi (Folk dance) got an entry into Youth festival finals by winning through Zonal round. Marathi skit bagged 1st prize in Youth festival zonal round. Merwyn Fernandes (T.Y.B.Sc) bagged consolation prize in Youth festival zonal round in western solo category. Western group song bagged 2nd prize in Youth festival zonal round. Mainak Ghosh bagged consolation in on the spot painting round of Youth festival Zonal round. 46 students in all won prizes in the intercollegiate events.
2013-2014 Folk dance (Pangi) was awarded 1st consolation prize in Youth festival finals and 1st prizes in Maharashta Utsav, along with two more 1st prizes in inter collegiate dance competitions. 35 students bagged prizes in inter collegiate competitions.
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NSS
2009-2010 Achievement for the year 2009-2010 Our college NSS unit got selected by the University of Mumbai to conduct „Red Ribbon club Residential Workshop‟ at Swanand Yog Ashram,Badlapur on 7th&8th nov.‟09 on behalf of NSS Cell Unit of Mumbai &MDACS Wadala. Hitesh Gogar (S.Y.B.Com) was selected for state level camp conducted at Mangaon. Rajkumar Kanojiya (S.Y.B.Sc) was selected for state level Adventure Camp conducted at Chikaldara in Amravati. Amit patankar (F.Y.B.M.M) was selected for state level Adventure Camp conducted by MDACS in Lonawala. Mukund Jaiswal (S.Y.B.COM) was selected for national level Adventure Camp conducted by University of Mumbai in Ooty (Tamil Nadu).
Award for the Year 2009-2010
Ms.Sushma Jaiswar received best NSS volunteer Award at the State level for the year 2008-09. Darshan Raut (T.Y.B.Com),won 2nd prize in poster making a Ruia College(sep,09) Darshan Raut (T.Y.B.Com) won 1st prize in poster making at Jai Hind College Organized by Laadli girl Girl Child Campaign. Darshan Raut (T.Y.B.Com) bagged 1st prize in Poster Making Competition in Ruia College(oct,09). Rajesh Prajapati(S.Y.B.Sc) bagged 2nd prize in rangoli Competition in S.I.E.S College . Santosh Mishra(F.Y.B.M.M) 2nd prize in Poster Making at S.I.E.S college. Our college bagged 2nd Prize in street play Competition organized by Laadli. Darshan Raut (T.Y.B.Com) won 2nd prize in Poster Making Competition at K.C College. Santosh Mishra(F.Y.B.M.M) bagged 1st prize in poster making at S.I.W.S College . Hitesh Gogar (S.Y.B.Com) bagged 1st prize in Slogan writing at S.I.W.S College . Our college bagged 2nd Prize in dance competition at G.N Khalsa College „Udaan‟. Rajkumar Kanojiya (S.Y.B.Sc) & Sanjay Gupta(S.Y.B.Com) ) bagged 1st prize in R.R.C Power Point Presentation at M.D college „Sfurti‟.
2010-2011
Achievement for the year 2010-2011 our volunteer RAJKUMAR KANOJIYA received the „Best N.S.S. Volunteer of University of Mumbai‟ Award on 15th Aug. 2010. Prof.Santosh Pathare was selected as a contingent leader for National Integration Camp organized at Jawahar Lal Nehru Tech University Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh by FANS,from 23rd Dec to 27th Dec 2010. Our volunteers Mr. Murali Mohan and Mr. Merwyn Fernandes also attended this camp and they received 1st prize in folk song competition.
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Mr.Vitthal Sadaphule and Ms.Arti Pasi of F.Y.B.Com attended Special Water Harvesting Camp at Ratnagiri from 27th Dec 2010 to 2nd Jan 2011. Mr.Kunal Duggal of F.Y.B.Sc attended Special Camp on Organic Farming at Krushi Vidalaya ,Dahanu Road from 29th Jan to4th Feb 2011. Mr. Rahul Jaiswal and Mr. Sanket More attended Special Yoga Camp at Badlapur from 11th Feb to 13th Feb 2011.
AWARDS Our volunteers won the 1st Prize in Dance Competition organized by SIWS College. Our volunteers won the 1st Prize in Dance Competition organized by G.N.Khalsa college . Our NSS volunteer won the 2nd prize in the photography Competition organized by NSS Unit Ruia College ,Matunga. Our NSS volunteer won the 3rd prize in the Poetry Recitation Competition organized by MDACS on 12th august 2010. Our NSS volunteer won the 3rd prize in Patriotic Singing competition organized by SIWS College. Our NSS volunteer won the 3rd prize in Patriotic Singing competition organized by Sophia College on 18th august 2010.
2011-2012 Achievement for the year 2011-2012 Our volunteer Mr. Shaikh Gauspeer of S.Y.B.Sc participated in the National Integration Camp Organized by NSS Cell University Of Mumbai &Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports at C.K.T. College,Panvel from 25th April to 1st May,2011. Our two volunteer Mr. Shaikh Gauspeer and Mr. Sanket More participated in the state level Disaster management and Preparedness „Avhaan‟ organized by NSS Cell Govt. Of Maharashtra at Solapure from 6th to 16th June ,2011.
2012-2013 Achievement for the year 2012-2013 Our Volunteer Mr. Ajay Sao attended state level camp based on Disaster Management and Preparedness „Avhan‟ organized at Rahuri, Solapur from 3rd April to 12th April, 2012. Mr. Prathmesh Parkar participated in the Utkarsh at Kolhapur 21st to 27th December, 2012. Our volunteer Ms. Yogita Gogar participated in the National Integration Camp organized at Jaipur University from 22nd to 28th December, 2012.
2013-2014 Achievement in the year 2013-2014
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Mr. Vikas Ram, Mr. Dharmendra Sharma and Mr. Satish Margam participated in the camp organized by Seva Sahyog foundation wherein they were given the opportunity to work with various NGOs. The camp was organized from 19th April to 02nd May, 2013. Our Volunteer Mr. Aakash Sharma & Miss. Ashwini Nelge attended State level camp based on Disaster Management and Preparedness „Avhan‟ organized at Nanded University, Nanded from 1st June To 10th June, 2013. Our Volunteer Mr. Vikas Ram attended Pre SRD & NRD camp organized at BAM (Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathawada) University, Aurangabad from 20th September To 24th September, 2013. Mr. Vikas Ram participated in the SRD Parade Preparation camp organized at Kirti College from 16th Jaunuary, 2014 to 26th January, 2014.
Department of Life Long Learning and Extension (DLLE)
2012-13 Vikas Valmiki of S.Y.B.Com was selected to anchor the annual Udaan festival, the Flight of Extension.
2013-14 Aashita Dhamri of S.Y.B.Com bagged third position in poster competition at annual festival Udaan Students won a consolation prize in street play competition at annual festival Udaan.
5.3.3 How does the institute seek & use data & feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance &quality of the institutional provisions?
Exit feedback from students /staff is obtained to improve infrastructural facilities. Suggestions given by the alumni also help in planning institutional growth and development like additional lift facility /reading room facility, etc. Feedback is also obtained from students and parents during parent-teacher meetings. The points raised during these discussions are taken into consideration while planning the growth and development of the institution. Suggestion boxes are placed at prominent places in the college. Students send their suggestions via e-mail to principal.
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5.3.4: How does the institute involve &encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazines &other materials? List the publications/materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions.
Students are provided with e-facilities and softwares like Corel Draw, PageMaker etc. to design and create magazines and newsletters.Training is also provided for the same. Students are a part of the editorial board of the in-house publications. Some of our publications are: Course in BMM in journalism e-minds (published by BMM students.) Digital (published by IT-dept.) Paalvi (wall magazine is published by Marathi Waangmay mandal.) Synergy GNC ( college magazine). Zeal and Gignosco Write-ups and brochures are prepared by the students.
5.3.5 Does the institute have a student Council or any similar body? Give details on its selection, constitution, activities & funding. The Institute has a student council, cultural committee, NSS, DLLE and sport committee which consist of student members. The members of the student council are selected based on merit. The Students‟ Council conducts extracurricular activities/programmes in the college. Financial support for these activities is provided by the college from the fees. The Student Council is constituted as per University norms. It has representation from cultural, sports, NSS and academic toppers. 5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them.
1. Student council 2. Cultural committee 3. NSS unit 4. Library 5. DLLE 6. Magazine 7. Canteen 8. Sports 9. IQAC 10. WDC 11. Students‟ Grievance Cell 12. Admission Committee 13. Science Association
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5.3.7 How does the Institution network and collaborate with the alumni and former faculty of the Institution?
Former faculty is involved in college activities e.g. Dr. Priya Vaidya, Dr. Sheela Nabar and Dr. Shyam Sundar. The Insitution engages with the alumni through formal and informal meetings, during NSS camps, Annual Day programme, etc. Besides, individual teachers are also in touch with their alumni as well as former faculty members. Suggestions from former faculty members are incorporated to plan and conduct various workshops and seminars in the college. Former faculty members are invited to various functions held by the College from time to time such as the Annual Day and alumni meetings. Some of our ex-students and former faculty members are invited as guest speakers for the benefit of the current students. The alumni also help us in organising NSS camps and community activities. The alumni are also members of NSS Advisory Committee and Extension Activities. AIM- Collaborates with external government experts to coach students for competitive Examination The alumni also contribute to the Annual Day programme by participating in annual day cultural programme. Alumni help library staff in organising exhibition. Alumni also donate books. Alumni of Department of Chemistry organised Chem-Fiesta, an inter-collegiate festival. Alumni who are associated with N.G.O‟s also helped in organising different activities in the college like Human Rights Week, environmental projects. Alumni helped the students of Botany department to conduct tree census and horticulture programme.
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce CRITERION VI: Governance, Leadership and
Management
The vision and mission of the Guru Nanak College are aimed at combining the academic, research and social outcomes, thus making it a school for development and transformation of students of the college. The Management of the college, Guru Nanak Vidyak Society gives autonomy to the Principal and the administration setup in the college, to plan and execute academic and co-curricular engagements in the college. Teamwork is encouraged and welfare programmes are planned to provide incewntives and motivation to the staff. Leaders are groomed and staff is empowered through the various faculty and staff development programmes.
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CRITERION VI : Governance, Leadership and Management
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership
6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the institution and enumerate on how the mission statements defined the institution‟s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institution‟s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?
The Vision of the college is: The college shall Strive to become a centre of excellence in teaching and research in Higher Education. Work towards transforming students into globally competent human resource. Make significant contribution towards developing an inclusive and responsible society.
Mission To create opportunities and facilities for holistic teaching-learning environment. To lay emphasis on developing and nurturing scientific temper amongst students and staff. To promote quality research. To provide opportunities to students to participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities. To sensitize students towards global, social, cultural and religious diversities and to promote tolerance and respect for them. To provide equal opportunities to one and all so as to include weaker sections of society in the development process. To promote competencies necessary in the globalised economic environment
The vision and mission of the college were drawn keeping in mind the mission statement of the Guru Nanak Vidyak Society which manages the Guru Nanak College. „Come in to learn, Go out to serve‟ has been the guiding motto. The mission and vision encompass the learning outcomes and objectives of the college while also addressing the needs of the learners. The college is committed to creating a globally employable human resource along with providing stimulus for lifelong learning and generating an atmosphere in which the spirit of inquiry and service blossoms. The college, which is now in its Silver Jubilee year, has stood firm in its commitment and promise of serving the educational needs of the not so privileged sections of humanity.
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6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
The quality policy of the college is the defining statement which benchmarks every area of college functioning. It has been written after due consultations with all stakeholders. The IQAC, comprising the Principal, Management Representatives, staff (teaching & non-teaching) members, students, external experts and alumni has been instrumental in the phrasing of this policy. Implementation of the policy is through the various stakeholders and their interactions with each other. Activities, policies, programmes, certificate and short skill - development courses are designed and organised with the quality policy as the epicentre. The administrative mechanism at the college level consists of the Principal, assisted by Vice- Principals, CAC (College Activities‟ Co-ordinator) Heads of Department and teaching staff members.
6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring:
The policy statements and action plans for fulfilment of the stated mission Formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan Interaction with stakeholders Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders Reinforcing the culture of excellence Champion organisational change
The Principal, President GNVS and Chairman, LMC constantly interact on a continuous basis, both formally and informally to determine action plans along the lines of the mission and vision of the institution and the same is placed before the IQAC for internalizing the managerial strategies and policy statements. Experts in the IQAC revise it suitably keeping in mind the institutional realities and features. The frontline leadership consisting of the Principal, Vice- Principals and CAC hold consultations and meetings with faculty and student representatives and devise plans for execution of the same. Committees are constituted for implementation. The leadership adopts governance through decentralization which helps in effective policy percolation from the top and wider participation from the staff cadres. The two-way process makes co-ordination effective and hence implementation and execution are both smooth and meaningful. Given the academic and socio-economic profile of the students, the institution constantly strives to reach a compromise that ensures a meaningful balance between excellence and equity.
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6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time?
The IQAC, in consultation with the Principal, LMC, HODs and various committees and associations transmits the policies and plans with curricular and extra-curricular activities to various segments of the institution. From time to time, status reports are made by several constituents of the institution like library, office administration, science departments involving laboratories and so on in the IQAC and both corrective and improvement policies and measures are recommended by the IOAC to the administration.
The monitoring policies are Feedback from students and alumni A diary is maintained by the teachers An academic and Activities‟ calendar is drawn and displayed on the website and in the prospectus Interaction with parents Analysis of results at departmental levels Reports by moderators Meetings with Management to oversee and plan infrastructural augmentations
Since constituents involve Principal and Vice-Principals, this becomes a forum for swift and participatory process. Goal setting is done in the staff meetings, departmental meetings, and association meetings. . „Action taken‟ reports are submitted, based on which gaps are identified and fresh targets are set.
6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management?
Academic Leadership In the scheme of decentralized governance, the President GNVS acting on the behalf of the management co-ordinates with the Principal and Vice-Principals to communicate the institutional plans with respect to academic aspects like teaching-learning and research. LMC also participates and takes decisions on various proposals like starting of new courses, extension of extra divisions, laboratory development, etc. The Principal in turn has constituted an Academic Development Committee (ADC) comprising the Vice-Principals and a representative from each faculty (arts, science, commerce). They meet regularly and plan with departmental heads who decide the departmental calendar. The HODs then propose and plan academic activities along with the regular class- room teaching.
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6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?
The senior and experienced faculty of the college is at the helm of all college activities. The Vice-Principals and the College activities‟ co-ordinator who are senior teachers, look into the academic, administrative and student engagements (co and extracurricular). Besides these, other senior faculty members head associations and committees formed for implementation of the various courses, programmes and activities. The Management and Principal also support faculty members by encouraging them to attend training sessions, courses, conferences, and seminars, both in the college and outside. This empowers faculty members and develops leadership qualities in them. The non-teaching staff members are encouraged to attend training pogrammes to equip them with various skills. Students organise events at the inter-collegiate levels and within the college and are involved in decision making. Students attend leadership training programmes organised by NSS cell of the University. They are also appointed as University representatives, class representatives, sports and cultural committee members etc.
6.1.7. How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments/units of the institution and work towards decentralised governance system?
The flow chart illustrated below shows the distribution of authority and the decentralised nature of governance. The Internal Quality Assurance Cell comprises representatives from all stakeholders and is the core body that plans and strategizes quality measures in each and every area of functioning.
GNVS
LMC President Administrator
Principal
Vice- Principal Vice- Principal College Act Administrator Academic Coordinator
IQAC
Office Committes Head In charges Admission Clubs Exam Association
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6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If „yes‟ indicate the levels of participative management.
Yes, the participative culture in the college is reflected by the number of meetings, interactions and joint pogrammes held among all stakeholders throughout the academic year. Guru Nanak Vidyak Society, which runs the Guru Nanak College, comprises Board Members who meet and oversee the functioning of the various schools and institutions under their wing. The Local Managing Committee is actively involved in decision making, with representatives from management and staff (teaching and non-teaching) as members and Principal as the Secretary. All staff members are members of associations/committees along with student members. They constantly meet, plan and execute programmes. The ISR policy involves all segments of the college and community, thus ensuring participation from one and all. All the policies and decisions taken are publicised and displayed. The Principal is easily accessible and open to receiving suggestions from one and all.
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment
6.2.1 Does the institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed?
The quality policy has been formulated after due consultation at all levels and the IQAC has played a central, co-ordinating role in doing so. The draft quality policy articulated and prepared by the top level management, is critically reviewed and fine tuned by IQAC through deliberations and consultations not only within IQAC but also with major stakeholders. The quality policy is communicated to student bodies not only for structuring their activities but also to orient their aspirations and synchronize their activities. The student/alumni feedback and feedback from guests help the college to monitor and upgrade the policy statements. These feedbacks have resulted in Initiation of certificate courses and introduction of more electives Introduction of an additional lift facility Upgradation of sports facilties Appointment of coaches and choreographers to train students Initiation of various activities through the NSS and DLLE Introduction of open access system in the library and reading room facility; to name just a few
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6.2.2. Does the institute have a perspective plan for developement? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.
Yes. The institute has a perspective plan for development and the recommendations made by NAAC peer team in the first cycle of accreditation form the basis of this plan. It focuses on development through widening the scope of courses available by starting new certificate and regular courses, strengthening research through staff and students, providing ICT facilities and augmenting existing infrastructural facilities. Availability of funding through Govt. and Non- Govt. agencies is also communicated to the stakeholders. These plans are drawn by taking into consideration the objectives and learning outcomes as envisaged in the vision and mission of the college.
6.2.3 Describe the internal organisational structure and decision making processes. The flow-chart indicated in 6.1.7 reflects the governance mechanism. A broad policy is set by the governing body i.e. the LMC. The basic framework for policy and development is devised by the management by taking into account inputs from both experts and stakeholders. Within this framework, the administrative body comprising the Principal, Vice- Principals and College Activities‟ Co-ordinator take decisions in matters of significance. A decentralized governance structure enables the leaders of each body or committee or heads of department within this framework, to execute the various programmes. Decisions involving major or significant matters like starting new pogrammes, infrastructure development, etc. are taken by the Principal after due consultations with all stakeholders. The institution believes in structured and responsible empowerment at all levels while operating in the larger institutional framework.
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following:
* Teaching & Learning * Research & Development * Community engagement * Human resources management * Industry interaction
Teaching and Learning The institution strives to promote and sustain teacher competency in several ways starting from the time of recruitment. The majority of the core staff holds M.Phil. and / or Ph.D., acquired either at the entry level or during their tenure in the college. Teachers are then encouraged to participate in and organise different academic programmes. The institution has steadily but surely increased and enriched ICT presence in Teaching and Learning. A strategy has been followed to continually monitor and restructure composition of library information resources with a clear focus on consolidated research-oriented resources. The academic development committee clearly delineates learning outcomes and goals benchmarking
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Research and Development The Institution has constituted a Research Promotion Committee comprising two senior teachers and two external experts to advise and guide research activities of teachers and students. The RPC acts as a conduit to provide information resources. It arranges lectures by experts on conduct of academic research for faculty and students. Funding for student research is provided. Collaborations are encouraged. Registration fees for attending seminars, conferences, workshops and seed money to undertake research projects are provided to teachers. The „N-list‟ facility in the library is very useful for researchers. The management has in order to encourage research, constituted a fund of Rs.1 lakh per year to provide financial assistance of Rs.2000, per teacher for articles published in recognized journals. Besides these, visits to research institutes and certificate courses are organised and funded.
Community engagement The college is guided by the Sikh philosophy of „SEVA‟. The activities of the college and management revolve around the motto „Come into learn, go out to serve‟. The institution has over the years developed a strong foundation for active and sustained activity through NSS, environment mentoring committee, WDC, DLLE. The NSS unit has adopted the Indira Nagar slums in the neighbourhood for community engagement services. Arthritis Awareness programme, „no to plastic‟ campaign, clean-up programme with BMC were conducted in the community. The college has identified some needy elderly women in the neighbourhood area and facilitated their health check up through Guru Nanak Hospital, Bandra. These women are being trained in employment skills like cookery under the „silver schemes‟ programme initiated in the silver jubilee year 2014-15.
Human Resource Management All posts are filled as per the University and Govt. guidelines. Staff promotions are facilitated when they are due. Wherever gaps exist, contractual appointments are made. The college has a policy of engaging specialists and practitioners from the industry as visiting faculty and organises special lectures by experts. The staff welfare committee organises get-togethers, coffee mornings and term end lunch to promote goodwill and camaraderie. Welfare schemes are also promoted for non teaching staff. A mediclaim policy for the families of non-teaching staff is sponsored. The Management contributes an amount equal to the staff contribution in the provident fund of non-teaching staff. Students' welfare is ensured through free coaching in sports and performing arts, easy instalment facility for fees and payment of TA/DA to attend programmes.
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Industry interaction The placement cell interacts with firms and this has gradually increased campus placement over the years. Specialist and engineers give technical assistance in the maintenance and use of instruments in labs. Alumni of the college who are employed, teach and guide students through guest lectures, NSS and DLLE pogrammes. Consultancy is given by staff to industry in different fields such as translation, finance management and pharmaceuticals.
6.2.5 How does the Head of the institution ensure that adequate information (from feedback and personal contacts etc.) is available for the top management and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution?
The Principal engages on a regular basis with the Management (GNVS) to provide written or oral information with respect to major activities proposed as well as implemented. Matters related to budgetary allocation and major policy changes are discussed in interactions among Principal, President GNVS and chairman, LMC. The Annual report of the college activities is presented on a public occasion and formally communicated to the Administrator, GNVS. It is published in the GNVS annual report and copies are kept in the library for student and staff perusal. The Principal also reads out the Annual Report to the parents and guests on the Annual Day. AQARs are duly uploaded on the website and printed copies of the AQAR and annual report are circulated among board members. The dynamic website reflects the various activities of the college throughout the year and the college magazine publishes these annually.
6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes?
The management extends autonomy to the Principal and staff to execute managerial polices and plans. Financial, Infrastructural and logistical support are extended towards various activities of the institution. Appreciation letters are given to staff members in recognition of good work. The Management has a meeting with staff members annually to interact and get an overview of the functioning of the college.
6.2.7. Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.
The college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and a Local Managing Committee looks into its functioning. The LMC meets twice a year. The resolutions made last year were (1) Infrastructural expansion of office space and renovation of existing canteen, renovation of girls' and boys' common room, gymkhana, and the library. (2) Silver jubilee year 2014 to be celebrated on a grand scale and new welfare and community pogrammes to be launched. All these resolutions are either nearing completion or are in progress.
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6.2.8. Does the affiliating University make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institution? If „yes‟, what are the efforts made by the institution in obtaining autonomy?
Yes, there is a provision in Mumbai University for according the status of autonomy to a college. The college is entering its 25th year in 2014-15. Obtaining autonomy is a long term goal of the college. Building and upgrading of all academic, administrative and student welfare aspects is a continuous process in the college, towards it.
6.2.9 How does the institution ensure that grievances/complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyse the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholder relationship?
The institution has evolved a formal grievance redressal committee and established formal and informal processes to accept and process the substantive procedural grievances from students and the staff. In cases where the involvement of parents and guardians of wards is necessary, grievances are addressed by the Principal and Vice –Principal (Admin.). The grievances‟ redressal committee for students and staff is formed every year and details published adequately in college preospectus and handbook. The Principal and Vice-Principals hold meetings not only with students‟ council but also interact with students on a regular basis to obtain first-hand knowledge of their grievances with respect to not just TLE but also on issues concerning infrastructural, logistical and other matters.. The feedback systems for TL, library and exit surveys provide opportunities for not only understanding the grievances but also help in imparting an atmosphere conducive to learning in the campus. The WDC and the Discipline Committee are active and look into grievances whenever required. Students and staff members contact the Principal personally or through email to air their issues.
6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court cases filed by and against the institute? Provide details on the issues and decisions of the courts on these? No court cases have been filed against the college. 6.2.11 Does the institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performance? If yes, what was the outcome and response of the institution to such an effort?
The institution conducts a formal exit survey and a qualitative analysis of this guides the institution in further planning and implementation. The Principal also interacts both collectively and individually with alumni on various occasions to obtain an honest and transparent feedback from them covering all aspects which is then used suitably by top management and local administration for encouraging academic and other activities by faculty and administration. The objective of the feedback system is to promote and sustain an unbiased and positive work culture and to invite constructive suggestions with regards to course of study, curriculum and
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These feedbacks have resulted in many innovative activities some of which are: Initiation of certificate courses and introduction of more electives Creation of reading room and additional elevator facility Upgradation of the sports ground Appointment of coaches and choreographers to train students Varied activities through NSS and DLLE Introduction of open access system in the library
6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies
6.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non teaching staff?
The college believes that education is an ongoing process and the staffs needs to constantly upgrade their skills. Hence many initiatives are carried out with an aim to enhance professional development of both the teaching and non-teaching staff members. Some of the efforts in building the capacity of staff are as stated below: The college has 2(f), 12(b) status, by virtue of which staff can avail of many different kinds of funds. Staff members are encouraged to undertake research projects and suitable infrastructural and logistical facilities and support are given by the administration. A financial assistance of Rs.2000 towards publication of research articles in recognised journals is extended to staff members. The registration fees for regional and national seminars are reimbursed by the college. Special leave is sanctioned in exceptional cases to enable the faculty to present papers in international conferences or conduct research studies abroad. Flexibility in terms of lecture scheduling and hours of stay on campus is extended to encourage research. Seed money is allocated for book writing, participation in international conferences and oral presentation of papers held abroad or by central accredited departments and bodies in India. Faculty members are deputed to attend syllabus related workshops. They are encouraged to participate in training pogrammes, refresher courses, orientation pogrammes and non-statutory training pogrammes. Competency enhancement programmes are conducted; a soft skills training and voice modulation workshop was conducted for the staff by NIMBLE foundation. The institute organises expert guest lecturers to promote research and enrich teaching- learning processes. Library information resources are periodically augmented to help promote research and improve Teaching-Learning process. The staff has direct access to the libraries of University of Mumbai, the British Council, the American Centre, Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) and IIT Bomba and also
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to the laboratory facilities at University of Mumbai, IIT Bombay and Tata Institute of Fundamental Research through tie-ups with the college. Access to inflibnet, N-list and other journal search and access engines in the library strengthens research resources. The institute organises Yoga and stress management for the benefit of non-teaching staff. Non-teaching staff members are sent to participate in training programmes organised by the Western Regional Instrumentation Centre and a state level workshop on maintenance and repairs of electronic instruments was arranged by the department of Physics for the non-teaching laboratory attendants of the college. A computer learning course was organised for the non-teaching staff. A training session on „Disaster Management‟ and „Fire Fighting‟ was organised for the non-teaching staff.
6.3.2 What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform?
The heads of department and in-charges enjoy sufficient autonomy to plan, execute, monitor, assess and re-strategise teaching and evaluation process in the broad statutory framework laid down by the University of Mumbai for affiliated colleges/institutions and according to the rules made thereof by the college. The salary grant from government is delayed at times, yet the Management pays salaries in time Budgetary support and logistical mechanisms are in place to enable the faculty to conduct complementary curriculum based activities at the department level. The institution sponsors the participation of the faculty in major curricular and research oriented workshops and pogrammes held by recognized academic and professional bodies. Several pogrammes are held within the college wherein well-known experts are invited to enlighten and motivate the staff to adopt new approaches to teaching. A training session on use of SKYPE and online resources in teaching was arranged. A workshop on the academic performance indicator was conducted for teachers by inviting the Joint Director nominee. For administrative staff, serving and retired experts are invited to evaluate the administrative process and build customized administrative systems for the college. The top management interacts on a continuous basis with the Principal and on major occasions with the IQAC and co-ordinators of major committees and in general the teaching and non teaching staff to motivate them to perform better. On 5th September, 2014 „Health matters‟, a lecture series on awareness of health for staff members was initiated. Lectures by a cardiologist and nutritionist were arranged. Attractive salary is paid to the staff working in the self financing courses and reasonable increment is given to teaching and non teaching staff, who are working in the self financed section. Group insurance in the form of Mediclaim is constituted for non-teaching staff members and their families.
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The Management gives support to SFC research even though govt funding is limited and conditional. Library resources are enriched periodically.
6.3.3 Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff to evaluate and ensure that information on multiple activities is appropriately captured and considered for better appraisal.
Confidential reports and self appraisal forms are filled by teaching staff at the end of the academic year. Teacher‟s Assessment Questionnaires are filled by students to evaluate the teaching prowess of faculty members. . Peer review by teacher colleagues from other colleges is enabled through moderation of assessed answer papers and question papers. Suggestion boxes are placed at accessible places and contents scrutinised regularly. Progress Reports are taken periodically from departments and committees. The Principal makes presentations to LMC and engages in formal/ informal reporting to the management. Meetings of stakeholders viz: management, administration, staff, alumni, parents ensures smooth flow of information.
6.3.4 What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reports by the management and the major decisions taken? How are they communicated to the appropriate stakeholders?
The College takes feedback from the student on the performance of teaching staff and the appraisal reports (TAQS) of individual teachers are shared with them and suggestions for improvement are made. The result analysis of students and students‟ and staff members‟ feedback on infrastructure, facilities, courses etc. are shared with the Management at the LMC meetings. The IQAC also reviews the outcome of all appraisal systems and suggests quality measures to address issues. The discussions lead to decisions and resolutions which are then converted into execution plans through the various departments and committees. This feedback has led to the creation of additional infrastructure, remedial coaching for weaker students to improve results and interaction with parents about attendance of students, to name a few. ICT resources are also expanded and upgraded as a result of these appraisals.
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6.3.5 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years?
The staff welfare committee, headed by a staff secretary looks into the welfare of staff by communicating with the Principal both formally and informally. A staff welfare fund is created which helps in financing staff activities. . The college has MOUs with Guru Nanak hospital, Krishna Cardiac Centre and Sion hospital. A comprehensive health check-up of staff members is conducted periodically. A health forum (Health Matters) has been conducting awareness talks on health issues by eminent doctors. Staff members also approach the Health Centre in the college if required. Besides these facilities, a „Mediclaim‟ policy has been created to benefit the families of the non-teaching staff members. Salaries are paid on time independent of the release of salary grants by the Government. The college canteen offers subsidised food items to the non-teaching staff. Wards of staff of the college can get direct admission to any of the schools/institutions under GNVS. Free uniforms and washing allowance, nutritional food once a day , subsidy in canteen, Diwali advance , financial support in major illness are some of the welfare measures. Many „Silver Schemes‟ with a focus on women‟s‟ health and empowerment are being launched for girl students and for those from the community.
6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
Eminent faculty are invited to guide teachers and students in some departments. They are provided with adequate infrastructure, honoraria and a congenial atmosphere. They are given a free hand in conducting classes, organising activities and enriching research capabilities of students and their departments, thus ensuring their own individual growth and that of the college.
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization
6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources? The institution adopts a number of measures to ensure effective and efficient ways of use of available financial resources, some of which are: The LMC passes the budget proposed by the Principal at the commencement of the academic year. Different heads of expenditure are identified and funds are allocated for the same. Purchases are made through a purchase committee, specially constituted for this purpose. Quotations are invited from various suppliers and dealers of the required materials and equipment. UGC funds are utilised as per the guidelines.
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Office staffs exclusively looks into the accounts of the college and an Internal Auditor audits accounts. As far as possible, payments are made by Cheques, DD or wired transfers only.
6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance.
The financial statement and accounts of the college are audited regularly by statutory auditors for every financial year. The internal & statutory audit of finance and accounts are done through the auditors appointed by the management. The external audit is done by Government Auditors and the Internal Audit is done by Choksi & Choksi Financial Accountants. There are no major audit objections with regards to the audit reports.
6.4.3 What are the major sources of institutional receipts/funding and how is the deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the previous four years and the reserve fund/corpus available with institutions, if any.
Though the college is a grant-in-aid college, the main source of income is fees received from students and the salary grant for staff provided by the State Government. As the college is recognised under 2(f) and 12(B) of UGC Act, 1956, funds are received from UGC for developmental activities, infrastructure, research promotion etc. In the case of self-financed courses, fees fixed by the University are collected and expenses are met from this corpus. The deficit, if any, in the funds required for the activities of the college are met by the management. Accounts‟ statement of the previous four years is enclosed. Articles in kind are given in lieu of consultancy services. Book suppliers have donated a number of books to the library. Reserve fund is available as per University guidelines.
6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and the utilization of the same (if any).
Besides the government salary grants, the UGC extends development and research grants to the college and to individuals. Proposals in the prescribed formats are forwarded and undertakings are given by the administration. Additional funding is sought from industry partners, well- wishers, sponsors. Sponsorships help to fund events (both intra-collegiate and inter-collegiate). Well-wishers make donations to the GNVS. These are also used for community programmes, staff welfare initiatives and for fulfilling the ISR policies.
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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) a) Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? If yes, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes?
The college has an organised quality assurance system. The IQAC is established as per the guidelines given by NAAC/UGC with membership derived from senior faculty members, members of community, alumni and student representatives and Management representative while the Principal acts as the ex-officio chairman. The IQAC co-ordinator convenes meetings (through an IQAC calendar) in which quality steps are suggested for all aspects of college functioning. A mechanism of implementation and review is in place. The IQAC has become a pivotal body through which all decisions related to Academics, administration and activities are made and co-curricular enrichment and resource-mobilization is carried out. Infrastructural requirements and ICT enhancement to supplement the quality of Teaching-Learning is also assessed in the IQAC. The IQAC also interacts with the students‟ council which often leads to constructive outcomes. b) How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management/ authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented?
The IQAC after due consultations with all stakeholders, frames policies, pogrammes and measures. These are communicated to the Management through the LMC and the Principal while the same is communicated to the staff through interactions of the Principal with the various departments, committees and associations. The Management recognises the role of the IQAC and majority of the decisions taken have been implemented; e.g. Silver schemes in the jubilee year, college plans for accreditation, initiation of short term courses to name a few. c) Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.
External experts are invited members of the IQAC of the college. Senior eminent persons from other institutions and experts from civil society are inducted as members. They guide the IQAC on resource mobilization, industry bonding, community programmes, research enrichment and also help frame the quality policies and objectives. d) How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC?
Students‟ Council and IQAC interaction often leads to a constructive dialogue. Students and alumni members of the IQAC make constructive contribution to the IQAC. They convey the needs of students, industry and market demands from higher education .Their inputs have improved the feedback system, and exit surveys, increased student-teacher interactions, led to the
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce establishment of health facilities, resulted in up-gradation of library services and helped widen community engagement. e) How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution?
The IQAC holds meetings regularly and the Principal communicates decisions and plans to heads of department/in-charges/committee in-charges to seek their support for effective implementation of decisions. The Principal also holds general staff meetings to clarify matters relating to standardization and quality process. The structure of the AQAR for each year is communicated in the beginning of the year to the faculty and the copies of the same are kept in the library to enable them to plan their activities in accordance with the same. The IQAC engages all stakeholders in preparation of the information database. Similarly discussions and interactions are held with the management on a regular basis to invite their suggestions for the enhancement of both quality measures and quality reports. The AQAR for each year is uploaded on the website of the institution and after being considered and endorsed by top management and the Principal it is uploaded on the college website. Vice Principals and College activities‟ Co-ordinators who are members of the IQAC interact with students and staff to familiarize them with the processes for execution. A time- plan/calendar of activities is drawn for the teaching staff. This ensures a fair distribution of activities for the staff throughout the year. Non-teaching staff also distribute responsibilities amongst themselves and their welfare schemes are initiated and planned by the IQAC.
6.5.2 Does the institution have an integrated framework for Quality Assurance of the academic and administrative activities? If yes, give details on its operationalisation.
The quality policy of the College clearly recognizes that learning is a comprehensive and holistic process and aims at developing and successfully applying innovative and other quality benchmarks to various administrative and academic activities in the college and continually developing a learner-centric environment of quality education . The overall aim of the quality policy is both, to improve the academic performance of the student and to contribute to their knowledge development. In order to operationalize the quality policy, the IQAC makes specific interventions in assessing and improving the admission process which is a starting point of the quality improvement endeavour. The Academic calendar is prepared in the beginning of the year. The College activities‟ co-ordinator, in consultations with various committees decides in advance the co-curricular and extra-curricular activities for the year. Through the endeavours of the IQAC, the Principal teachers and library staff conduct orientation lectures at the beginning of the first year. The discussions in the IQAC have led to the teachers adopting a comprehensive pedagogy, creation of a transparent feedback mechanism, conduct of regular internal audits and organisation of remedial coaching, to name a few. The library information resources are constantly updated and modernized and their usage is made student - friendly.
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6.5.3 Does the institution provide training to its staff for effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures? If yes, give details enumerating its impact.
Experts from administrative sections in other colleges and Mumbai University are invited to provide training in use of software and in order to equip the administrative staff to build the information base necessary for developing and evaluating quality measures in various activities of the college. IQAC co-ordinators from other institutions of excellence interact with IQAC members and co- coordinators so as to share their experiences and provide suggestions to improve functioning of the IQAC. Members of the IQAC attend formal pogrammes organised by otherinstitutions. Experts are invited to interact with and guide IQAC members. The IQAC plans pogrammes and creates processes and mechanisms for compliance at various levels.
6.5.4 Does the institution undertake Academic Audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If yes, how are the outcomes used to improve the institutional activities?
The institution undertakes an academic audit conducted by external experts. Departments and committees make presentations twice a year. Strategies for the current year are based on the academic outcomes of the previous years. The audits help to make comparative assessments of goals and targets. A comparative analysis of performance of students at college level with University results is made. The library audit by external experts has led to upgradation of library management software.
6.5.5 How is the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?
The college constituted its IQAC in 2006-07 and it has been functioning in accordance with the guidelines provided by the UGC/ NAAC and wherever necessary, customized activities suiting local institutional needs are planned. The selection committee for recruitment of teaching staff is constituted as per the general guidelines prescribed by the University of Mumbai even though the college is accorded minority status by the charity commission (Govt. Of Maharashtra). The Admission report is submitted to the University of Mumbai. The Admission Committee is constituted of the members of faculty to operationalize rules and regulations prescribed by the University. The Examination Committee and the Unfair Means Inquiry Committee work as per University guidelines. At the same time care is taken to ensure inclusiveness is maintained with regards to gender and intake of minority and reserved category students. For the University examinations the college ensures that all rules and regulations are fully complied with to ensure a smooth and fair conduct of college and University examinations. The college constitutes the exam committee for conducting internal examinations and this committee scrupulously adheres to the stated guidelines and rules and regulations for various types of examinations. In order to ensure secrecy and credibility, the examination result process is outsourced. Multiple sets of question papers are obtained from teachers
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for each examination and one paper is randomly selected. Moderation of papers is done as per guidelines. The NSS, DLLE, Cultural committee, Sports committee etc. facilitate student participation in events conducted by the Department of Student Welfare of the University of Mumbai.
6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operations and outcome.
The Teaching-Learning & Evaluation outcomes are assessed through examination results and feedback from students, alumni and industry partners. The Principal conducts review meetings with HODs/ Subject-in charges and general staff. Academic diary and calendar help to review the teaching process. An internal audit of departments is conducted. Self appraisal reports by teachers are also scrutinised and taken into consideration. The external moderators of papers also give their suggestions and assess the standard of paper setting and assessment. The review outcomes thus arrived at, help in designing various processes, skill development courses, certificate pogrammes and activities.
6.5.7 How does the Institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?
The college prepares the AQAR and submits it to NAAC by uploading it on the website. Besides AQARs, the college also uploads the soft copy versions of various policies such as quality policy, administration policy, evaluation systems, ISR policy, and infrastructure policy on the college website. Some of these policies are also incorporated in the college prospectus and kept in the library for the staff and students to refer to them .The mission, vision, objective, quality and ISR policy are displayed at prominent places. Some of these policies that bear relevance are also communicated to the alumni. The Principal interacts with the management through the LMC and IQAC.
Any other relevant information regarding Governance Leadership and Management which the college would like to include. The college implements the policy of good governance by following a decentralised system of administration but at the same time ensures that there is smooth coordination amongst all stakeholders and decision making and problem solving is carried out in a disciplined and structured manner. The college strives to bring in diversity and inclusiveness through all its policies and strategies and seeks to empower students through participative and constructive means. The Management and the college administrators also seek to bridge the gap between industry and academia by regularly interacting with experts from the industry. Students of the college, despite coming from the under-privileged stratum of society are made industry ready by implementing positive suggestions of the alumni, parents, experts and industry. The various mechanisms of the administration like the IQAC, LMC, associations and clubs function at the optimal level to help actualise the plans and policies of the institution thus achieving their goal of imparting holistic and wholesome education to all.
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CRITERION VII:
Innovation and Best Practices
Creative strategies are devised to improve the quality of education that is imparted in the college. An Active Quality Assurance Cell regularly meets and devises plans to execute these strategies effectively. Sensitization to environment, social and gender issues is created among students. The two best practices of the college are ‘Education for All’ and ‘Chalo English Sikhayein’.
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CRITERION VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
Creative strategies are devised to improve the quality of education that is imparted in the college. An Active Quality Assurance Cell regularly meets and devises plans to execute these strategies effectively.
Sensitization to environment, social and gender issues is created among students. The two best practices of the college are „Education for All‟ and „Chalo English Sikhayein‟.
7.1 Environment Consciousness
7.1.1 Does the institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?
Yes. The college has conducted a Green Audit of its campus. The environment mentoring committee conducts this audit through which environment conservation in the campus is assessed. Plumbing lines, electrical connections, waste management mechanisms are examined and wherever required, rectification and modifications are carried out.
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly ? The college has taken several initiatives to make the campus environment friendly, since the institution believes that environment conservation is of the utmost importance and it is one of the core values of this institution. These initiatives are:
Energy conservation: Use of CFL lamps and bulbs in the college premises. Energy conservation is part of the Environmental studies and Foundation course subjects in the curriculum of the college .Students are sensitised about the importance of saving power. Posters are displayed and presentations are made. Staff and students switch off lights and fans when not required. Classrooms and laboratories are designed so as to allow natural air and light to flow through. Electric gadgets purchased by the college are star- rated for energy conservation. The elevator is not made available for going down except for physically challenged students and senior citizens.
Use of renewable energy: Workshops on use of solar energy are conducted. Solar panels are installed for external lighting in the campus. Competitions (debates, essay-writing, elocution) on the use of renewable resources and their viability are conducted so as to instil environment related awareness and knowledge in students.
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Other environment – friendly practices The use of Plastic folders for assignments or projects is discouraged by the college. Plastic cups are not used to serve tea to the staff members. Reuse of waste paper is encouraged by N.S.S. Existing plumbing is being replaced to manage waste water effectively. The outlets of washing areas lead into the college garden. College conserves paper and is moving more and more towards a paperless office by increasingly using emails and messenger services to issue notices and circulars. The College has tried to upgrade its computer systems to conserve energy.
Water harvesting A Rain water harvesting project for the college is being explored. Plumbing lines are being checked for leakages and tap valves are serviced thereby conserving water.
Check-dam construction The N.S.S students construct „bunds‟ at the residential camp site for prevention of soil erosion and for rain water harvesting. This has been a regular practice of the NSS and the villagers have benefitted immensely.
Efforts for carbon neutrality The college has been trying to Limit energy usage and emissions from gadgets. Gadgets with reduced emissions are procured. Solar panels are installed for external lighting in the campus. The college has been declared a „no plastic‟ zone .Cloth and paper bags are distributed free of cost to the local populace.
Plantation The NSS unit strives to create a green atmosphere through tree plantation programmes in the area around the college and in the village that has been adopted by the NSS unit. The college tries to propagate greening of environment by presenting Saplings to guests who come as experts for conferences and seminars. Tree plantation is carried out in the college premises with help from an NGO.
Hazardous waste management Waste (not necessarily hazardous) that is generated in the college is separated into dry and wet waste. Dry waste consists of used paper that is recycled into notepads, folders and cards, by an agency. The organic waste from the canteen, staff room and labs is collected in a compost pit and the manure thus generated helps maintain the garden. A „chaka-chak Sion-Koliwada‟ pogramme with the BMC was organised to create awareness about the concept of waste management in the community. The college through its waste management pogramme aims to create zero-waste in and around its locality and hopes to contribute greatly to environment cleanliness and maintenance.
E-waste management The e-waste generated in the college in the form of all computer hardware, accessories, CROs, meters and other electronic equipment in the labs etc is disposed of judiciously and reused and recycled wherever possible. For eg: cartridges are refilled and used. New purchases are made under the take-back policy offered by dealers .All infrastructural augmentation is done so as to
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce efficiently use energy, water, and other resources. These steps reflect the commitment of the college towards creating a „green campus and emphasizing the need for the 3Rs – reduce, reuse and recycle. Renovation in the college is done with green architectural considerations.
7.2 Innovations
7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last four years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.
Staff members are encouraged to create and implement out-of-the-box ideas and practices in all areas ie. teaching, evaluation, student engagement, research etc. Some of the innovative, fresh ideas implemented are: Introduction of the credit system as per University guidelines has been a major change in the design of programmes. It has led to streamlining of courses and curricula. Introduction of skill-based certificate courses and workshops e.g. advertising, entrepreneurship, language skills, financial markets, etc. has led to more and more students undertaking these courses to imbibe these necessary skills. A Research fund has been created in the college to supply seed money to teachers from the unaided sections to aid their research work Community and outreach programmes are regularly undertaken by NSS eg: health awareness pogrammes, adult literacy, blood donation pogrammes, cleanliness drive etc. An Entrepreneurship programme ANNAPOORNA is conducted by the DLLE. Students prepare snacks and meals and sell it in the college. The cost of raw material, preparation, packaging etc. is managed independently by the students. The college has a long association with the neighbourhood Indira nagar slum through its various pogrammes. Health awareness lecture series „Health Matters‟and A Health centre has been set up Career counselling is conducted and a survey of adult literacy is carried out to identify the illiterate and put them in adult literacy camps. Expansion and augmentation of infrastructure: creation of a multipurpose hall and a modern , well-equipped auditorium Free Coaching in sports and performing arts is provided to talented students. Sensitization to gender issues is carried out through WDC programmes and safety and security is maintained by establishing network with local police stations. Workshop on API and CAS modalities was conducted. Theme-based cultural programmes and events are organised. Summer schools were organised for students Laughter yoga and coffee mornings were introduced to reduce stress among teaching and non-teaching staff. Inter-disciplinary approach is used to teach various subjects like EVS , History, Economics etc.
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Best Practices
7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices as per the annexed format (see page.) which have contributed to the achievement of the institutional objectives and/ or contributed to the quality improvement of the core activities of the college.
Best Practice – I Education for All
Goal
To support students belonging to financially deprived sections of society by providing access to higher education leading to transformation and ensuring inclusiveness.
Context
GN College is situated in the heart of Mumbai, close to the Dharavi and Antop Hill areas which are predominantly slums and low cost housing localities. Majority of our students hail from the lowest stratum of society with deficiencies in resources and means. They are first generation learners comprising minority groups and female students. This category will also be part of the demographic dividend that the nation hopes to actualize in the next decade. This will only be possible if all such students are given an opportunity to complete higher education so as to allow them to become a productive human resource. Access to higher education is a dream for such students and thus making higher education affordable for them over and above the government subsidies, is required to ensure that these students fulfill their dreams. The diverse nature of students seeking admission poses a challenge to the institution in terms of financial, infrastructural and manpower availability. The college has risen to this challenge and is striving to ensure that goals are met.
The Practice
The goals of this practice are addressed at various levels:
ADMISSIONS: The college facilitates Government freeships and scholarships right from publicizing their availability to providing administrative support to the students from the non-creamy layer. Besides these, the college extends special fee concessions and easy installment facilities in payment of fees to the students. Parents of a majority of students are employed as labourers, vendors and run very small enterprises or businesses. The college, through this practice has afforded them the satisfaction of educating their wards. An earn-and-learn policy provides students the opportunity to fund their education while working in the college. Students seeking freeships, are absorbed in the office and library on a part-time basis. It has been observed that many of the girl students are married off during their college tenure and lose focus on education due to parental pressure. These girls also tend to drop out of college.
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There have been many such instances where faculty members have spoken to parents and brought the girls back into the education system. Talks on health and hygiene by gynaecologists, skin and hair care by dermatologists are arranged. The GNVS girl scholarship offers freeship to deserving girl students. The Management funds this scholarship and a number of girls have availed of this facility.
FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE:
The safe environment in the college attracts girls from conservative communities (especially Muslims) to the college. The proximity of the college to the GTB Nagar railway station and bus routes, combined with girl-friendly infrastructure encourages parents to send their daughters/wards to the college. CCTV cameras, adequate female support staff, active WDC and discipline committee provide a secure learning atmosphere. Ramps, a wheelchair and special washrooms are available for physically challenged students. Library facilities for the visually challenged are present. Book bank facility has benefitted a large number of students .The library is also kept open on Sundays for use by students and alumni. These students cannot afford personal computers .The College has a wi-fi enabled campus with a large number of computers in the library and departments for use by students. Space for self – study is made available through the reading room and large corridors and hangout areas for students. These are kept open well beyond college hours as students have no space in their tiny, congested slum dwellings.
TRAINING:
Skill development courses focusing on the enhancement of employability skills of these students viz. English language, personality development, research methodology, are conducted along with the regular programmes. ICT skills are imparted. The college has tied up with the NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) to Further provide skills training to boost employability of the students. Certificate Courses in financial marketing, retail management, and tally have ensured this. The college goes a step further by providing free coaching in sports, dance and music on the campus. Nutritious diet is given regularly to the sports trainees A huge playground is made available to the students to engage in sports activities and space and equipment are provided for music and performing arts. This has also led to girl students shedding their inhibitions to take up martial arts like taekwondo and boxing. The college has produced a female „Boxing Champion‟. The active participation of these students in various clubs and associations like the NSS, WDC, cultural pogrammes and sports events has seen a transformation in the students. A belief in their own abilities empowers them to approach job markets confidently when they pass out of college.
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Evidence of Success
A majority of students are beneficiaries of this pogramme. This has led to a large number of girls seek admission to the college. The dropout rate has fallen considerably in the last few years. Student quality has improved and this is reflected in the job profile of students who pass out. The attendance of students has improved and students' morale is high. . Staff members too feel gratified when they observe the change in students' attitudes.
Problems encountered
The problems faced by the administration: Shortage of funds to finance the practice. Changing patriarchal mindsets especially in situations related to gender bias. Difficulty in identifying genuine beneficiaries and sustaining the pogramme.
Best Practice – II
Title: Chalo English Sikhayein…! (Service beyond self )
Goal To train college students in conversational English skills and to extend this training to students from under privileged sections of society through the schools.
Context Guru Nanak College is located in the Sion-Koliwada area surrounded by Dharavi, Antop Hill and Indira Nagar slums, catering to the higher educational needs of students from the socially and economically backward stratum of society. Most of the students of this stratumlack Basic English conversational skills and hence are low in confidence. This adversely affects their employability and self esteem. They do not have access to any coaching in this domain. Such students undergo this skill-based training and improve their communication abilities. They give back to society by going to schools in this area and imparting training to young school children.
The Practice This is the age of globalization and communication. Good English speaking skills are a prerequisite for students not just to attain academic success but to succeed in the job markets as well. The students in the Guru Nanak College hail from a vernacular background. Hence, concept understanding and expression in English are a challenge for these students. It was realized that unless language skills are imparted, the students will remain at a disadvantage. What began as a basic English speaking course has now blossomed into a „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ programme with college staff, students, school students of the community and an NGO (Dharma Bharti Mission) as its partners.
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The NGO assists college staff under the banner of NSS in training the college students by providing study material, tools and expert guest teachers too. A commitment is taken from the students to train children of other schools (mainly municipal schools and goverrnment schools in the area). A number of students have undergone training from social workers of DBM in the college itself. Some students from this group are then chosen to meet school children and to impart similar training to primary school children. The schools that are associated with the college through this practice are Shri GauriDatta Mittal Vidyalay, Priyadarshani Vidyamandir secondary school and our own Guru Nanak High Scholl (Hindi Medium). The student trainers visit the schools once a week for three hours and impart holistic education to school children through interesting games, skits, posters and various other activities. The focus is on training using effective and interesting methods. Study material in the form of notes and work books has been created for these children.
Evidence of Success This pogramme has been very well received by students and the schools. College students who are trainers experience a boosting of confidence and a sense of satisfaction. . School students look forward to these sessions every week and their parents encourage them to enroll for this pogramme. The school administration approach the college and the NSS unit in advance to plan programmes for the next year. The DBM members have appreciated the efforts of the college in conducting this pogramme and have agreed to associate with the college every year by conducting free English speaking classes. This “Train the Trainer” model of social service pogramme has trained more than 100 students so far and the number is increasing every year.
Problems encountered and resources required In the initial stages of the pogramme, creating awareness about the need for training in spoken English had to be emphasized. The NSS students were hesitant about taking responsibility as trainers and this was gently sorted out through an orientation pogramme conducted by – DBM. Once the pogramme took off, co-ordinating the timetable with the space requirement was a constraint. The administration in the partner schools also evinced reluctance initially since school timing had to be co-ordinated with college hours. Financial constraints in supplying study material and provide teaching aids had to be tackled. The Management provided all support to the college and NSS unit in carrying out this best practice. It is further proposed to create a mobile language lab and library to reach out to a larger number of students in other Government and BMC schools in the city. However, financial constraints remain.
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Evaluative Report of the Departments (Pogramme wise)
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1. Name of the department : Economics
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered : Bachelor of Arts; Undergraduate, Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary Courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department In the courses offered by other departments : Taught as Business Economics in B.Com Programme
7. Courses in collaboration with Other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
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8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any)with reasons : NIL 9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Professors NIL NIL
Associate Professors NIL NIL
Asst. Professors 02 02*
* Both the teaching posts were filled in January2013
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No of
No.of Ph.D Name Qualification Designation Years of Students Specialization Experience Guided
Tanushree Assistant Open Economy M.A., Ph.D 4 NIL Mazumdar Professor Macroeconomics Dhananjay Assistant M.A Econometrics 1 NIL Channale Professor Lecturer Nitu Gupta M.A N.A. 2 NIL (CHB)
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 10% (B.Com.)
13. Student-Teacher Ratio (Programme wise) : B.Com. - 283:1 B.A. - 52:1
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14. Number of academic support staff (Technical)and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Made available from the Non-teaching staff whenever required.
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph.D./M.Phil./PG. : M.A. – 2 ; Ph.D. – 1
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects From a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications: ∗ a) Publication per faculty
Dr. Shyam Sundar (Resigned in October2013) Papers published - 44 Books - 08 Books Reviewed - 15 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers- „Impact of labour regulations on growth, investment and employment in Maharashtra‟ , Bookwell, New Delhi, 2008.ISBN No.978-81-8964-069-6. „Labour flexibility debate in Europe: A survey‟ (written as a visiting scholar at the IILS Geneva.ILO), in „Labour regulations, labour flexibility and labour reforms in Europe: some perspectives with possible lesson in Europe „, Bookwell, New Delhi, 2008. ISBN No.978-81-8964-069-6. „Benchmarking industrial relations and labour market,‟ ICFAI Press , Hyderabad, 2008. Evolution and current status in Industrial relations in Maharashtra –completed. ISBN No.978-81-314-21012-7 Evolution and current status in Industrial relations in Tamil Nadu, July 2008- commissioned –ILO, sub regional office, New Delhi. Benchmarking Industrial Relations and labour markets – commissioned- international management institute, New Delhi. „Industrial conflict in India: Is the sleeping Giant Waking Up?‟ Bookwell, New Delhi.
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Contract labour India: Issues and Perspectives, edited by Dr. K.R. Shyam Sunder (Ed), Indian Society of Labour Economics, New Delhi, in association with Daanish Publishers, New Delhi.
Book Review:
India‟s unfree work force of bondage, old and new by Ian Breman, Isabelle Guerin and Aseem Prakashan Indian Journal of Labour Economics Vol.53, No.1, 2010.„Current state of Industrial Relations in Tamil Nadu, ILO Asia-Pacific Working Paper Series, Sub-regional Office for South Asia, New Delhi.
Dr. Medha Tapiawala(Resigned in March 2013) Papers published - 02 Book titled „Banking Reforms and Productivity in India‟ in July, 2010, New Century Publications, ISBN:978-81-7708-248-7
Dr. Tanushree Mazumdar - 20
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated:
Dr. K.R. Shyam Sundar has research collaboration with the following organizations/institutions: a) International Labour Organisation b) European Union c) European Institute of Asian Studies via Indian Labour research Network d) Maniben Kara Institute e) Hind Mazdoor Sabha f) Submitted a project proposal in Research Institute on „Labour Regulations in India‟ in 2010-11, Sweden and European Commission.
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b) International Committees (c) Editorial Boards Dr. Shyam Sundar - (a) peer reviewer for journals like Vision, ITLE (b) consultant for ILO - Geneva, New Delhi.
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22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %( internalprojects under Credit based semester system.
b) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : Nil
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students:
Dr. Shyam Sundar, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Economics received the following awards/recognitions: Governing body member special representative meeting at Geneva in 2009. Visiting fellow-international institute for labour studies, ILO, Geneva.(one month) -2006 Indo-China cultural exchange programme, Ministry of HR, as visiting fellow in 2008 Special invitee for ADB governing body meeting in New Delhi- April 2013 Co-ordinator for organising seminar/panel discussion at National Level Seminar by the Indian society for Labour Economics 2010-11,2011-12,2012-13.
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department
i) Prof. Neeraj Hatekar, Professor, Department of Economics, Mumbai University. ii) Dr. Gopal Kalkoti, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Economics, NagindasKhandwala College.
iii)Dr. Chandrahas Deshpande, Executive Director, Maharashtra Economic Development Council.
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops Organized & the source of funding a) National b) International : NIL
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Enrolled Name of the Course/ Applications Pass Programme received Selected *M *F percentage
F.Y.B.A 67 66 20 46 60
S.Y.B.A 45 45 13 32 75
T.Y.B.A 40 40 14 36 60
F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 50
S.Y.B.Com 259 259 110 149 70
T.Y.B.COM 245 245 110 135 60 *M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of students %of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.A 80 20 00
B.Com 98 02 00
28. How many students have cleared National and state competitive Examinations such asNET ,SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph.D. NIL Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 30 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20 25
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - Centralised Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility
c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial Assistance from college, University, Government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts :
1. Talk by Prof. Neeraj Hatekar, Professor, Department of Economics, Mumbai University on „Higher Educational and Career Prospects in Economics‟. 2. Guidance lecture on preparation for University Examination preparation in Business Economics III by Dr. Raja Lakshmi, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Raheja College or Arts and Commerce 3. Talk by Ms. Devyani Ganpule, Associate Professor and Vice Principal, Department of Economics, R. Ruia College on „Higher Educational and Career Prospects in Economics‟. 4. Talk by Mr. Rajesh Dedhia, Promoter- Director, Vantage Corporate Services Ltd. on „Money and Capital Markets and Related Instruments in India‟. 5. Orientation lecture on B.Ed and M.Ed courses in Mumbai University by Ms. Bhuvaneshwari, Senior Teacher, Guru Nanak Higher Secondary School.
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6. Career guidance talk by Mr. K.M. Vishwanathan, CEO and Director, M Power Micro Finance Pvt. Ltd. on „Microfinance in India and Career Prospects in Microfinance‟. 7. Talk by Mr. Rajesh Dedhia, Promoter- Director, Vantage Corporate Services Ltd. on, „Investing in Capital and Commodity Markets‟. 8. Guidance lecture on preparation for University Examination for TYBA Economics Papers IV, V and VI by Dr. Asha Gala, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Economics, SIES College of Arts and Commerce 9. Certificate Course in Capital Market in collaboration with Vantage Institute of Capital Markets. 10. Certificate Course in Banking in collaboration with Vantage Institute of Capital Markets (Proposed) 11. Organised an exhibition on „Union Budget‟ the T.Y.B.Com. students.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: i) Remedial lectures taken for ATKT students of F.Y.B.Com in the paper Business Economics I. ii) Relevant newspaper cuttings shared with the students to help themunderstand the practical/real world importance of the topics in thesyllabus. iii) Group discussions held on certain topics which are subjective andnon-theoretical in nature.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities : Participation in the college ISR programme
35. SWOC analyses is of the department and Future plans
Strengths
(i) Economics is an area that is amenable to research as well as innovative teaching methods. (ii) The Department has a rich history of contribution to research.
Weaknesses Poor Academic caliber of students who take admissions Language barrier makes comprehension of concepts difficult
Opportunities Language Programme for students Successful remedial coaching Programme
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Challenges Intake of better students in the Arts stream and retaining them. Improving the passing percentage of students
Future Plans To organize national level seminar/conference in the next Academic Year To offer at least one certificate course Work on improving the Department‟s showing on TL
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1. Name of the department : HINDI
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered : Bachelor of Arts; Undergraduate, Six Semesters & Ph.D. Research Centre
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Ph.D., Hindi Department, University of Mumbai
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8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Professors NIL NIL
Associate Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No. of No. of Ph.D Years of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experie Guided nce for the Last 4 yrs Medieval 08 Manpreet Associate M.A., Ph.D. Poetry, Hindi 21 Awarded Kaur Professor Literature 02 Surinder M.A., M.Phil, Medieval CHB 08 NIL Kaur Ph.D Poetry
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 36%
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13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) :
F.Y.B.A.(Compulsory) 30:1
F.Y.B.A.(Opt.) 20:1
S.Y.B.A. 20:1
T.Y.B.A. 20:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Made available from the Non-teaching staff when ever required.
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph.D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph.D. – 02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : Applied for Major Research Project to UGC
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : 56,000 from UGC; 1,00,000 from Maharashtra Rajya Hindi Sahitya Academy, as grant for a Seminar.
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : Ph.D. Research Centre
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19. Publications: ∗ a) Publication per faculty
Dr. Manpreet Kaur Papers - 09 and Books - 04 Book Chapters - 02
Dr.Surinder Kaur 13 Articles in Registered Periodicals
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Translation; Income generated in kind and counselling.
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards Dr. Manpreet Kaur – Advisor to staff selection Committee Interview Board, Government of India
22. Student projects :
a) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %( internal projectsunder Credit based semester system.
b) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : Nil
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students:
Dr. Manpreet Kaur - Recognized as Researcher in the book “Punjab main Rachit hindi Sahitya ka Ithihaas.” Editor : Dr. ManMohan Sehgal, Page nos. 681& 682, Year 2012 - Awarded SHIKSHA RATTAN PURASKAR on 15th April, 2013 at New Delhi by Dr. Bhishma Narain Singh Former Governor of Tamil Nadu & Assam organized by India International Friendship Society - Chairperson flying squad zone D - Paper setter& moderator - Chairperson, to inaugurate and keynote address at Valia college at Hindi week
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Dr. Surinder Kaur 1) Recognized as Authentic Analyst in the Periodical – „Gurmat Gyan‟, Guru Gobind Singh ji special-September 2011 Editor:- Simarjit Singh-Dharam Prachar Committee, Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee, Page No.-8 & 9 2) Recognized as Best Writer of War History in the Book „Banda Singh Bahadar – Editor:- Simarjit Singh-Dharam Prachar Committee, Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee, Page No.-86, Year- 2011 3) Member Dharam Parchar Committee, Shri Guru Singh Sabha, Dadar
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department Dr. ManMohan Sehgal-Prof. & Ex-Head, Hindi Dept., Punjabi University, Patiala Dr. HarMahinder Bedi- Prof. & Ex-Head, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar Dr. Himadri Banerjee-Kolkata University Col. Dr, Praduman Singh- Prof. SKV Medical College, Pune Sanjeev- Renowned Story writer & Editor, Hans Dr. Chitranjan Mishra- Prof. Hindi Dept. DD University, Gorakhpur Dr. Hukamchand Rajpal-Prof. & Ex-Head, Hindi Dept., Punjabi University, Patiala Dr. Hienz Werner Wesseller-Prof., Institute for Linguistic & Philosophy, University of Bonn, Germany Dr. Maria Negyesi- Head, Dept of Indo European studies, Eotvos Lorard University, Budapest, Hungary. Dr. Ratan Kumar Pandey- Prof & Head, Dept. of Hindi, Mumbai University. Mrs. Kamlesh Bakshi- Renowned Story writer Hasti Mal Hasti- Renowned Poet.
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a) National: 12th& 13th September, 2008 - UGC sponsored two days National Seminar on the auspicious occasion of 300th year of Gurta Gaddi of Shri Guru Granth Sahib. Theme “Hindi Sahitya ko Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ki Dien”. 3rd& 4th September, 2010 – Maharashtra Rajya Hindi Sahitya Parishad sponsored two days National Seminar “ Samkaleen Hindi Kahaani Samvedna Ke Dharatal (1990-2010). b) International - 01 9th March, 2011 - Organised International Conference on topic “Videsh mein Hindi ka swaroop aur Shri Guru Granth Sahib ka Adhyayan‟.
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Nameofthe Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentage
F.Y.B.A 67 41 12 29 90
S.Y.B.A 40 40 12 28 95
T.Y.B.A 39 39 11 28 98
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.A 80 20 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : N/A
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50%
Employed •Campus selection 30% •Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Family 20% Business/Marriage
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - General Books-323 Text Books-279 Reference Books-127 Journals-03 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops /seminar) with external experts : 03 Seminars were conducted (Ref. Q.25). Besides these, elocution, essay writing, and poetry reciatation competition are conducted. Certificate course in „Saral Hindi‟ by Hindustani Prachar Sabha – a Govt. of India undertaking.
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33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Reading, Discussion, Visits, Presentation, Writing Practice, Audio-Video
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities : Paper recycle, ISR of the College, Financial Assistance to deserving students
35. SWOC analyses of the department and Future plans
Strength Students- Their participation, co-operation and enthusiasm makes our Programme successful Ph.D Guide, approved P.G. Teacher Two Faculty Members, both Ph.D Good research activities 100% result with most 1st classes Many co-curricullar activities/rolling trophy for elocution Good Library collection
Weakness Poor caliber of students Student strength is less
Opportunities Translation course & consultancy in Hindi & Punjabi Mass Media in Hindi Job opportunities Bank/employer
Challenges Competition with well established neighboring Colleges Creating awareness about Job Opportunities
Future Plan To start certificate course in Punjabi and then Diploma to enable students to read and write Punjabi
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1. Name of the department : History
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered : Bachelor of Arts; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System in History 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Professors NIL NIL
Associate Professors NIL NIL
Asst. Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No of Ph.
D Name Qualification Designation No. of Years Students of Experience Guided
Nandita P. Assistant M.A., B.Ed, 09* N/A Moitra Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 30:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Made available from the Non-teaching staff when ever required.
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.A. – 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : 01
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %( internal projectsunder Credit basedsemester system).
b)Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentage
F.Y.B.A 67 42 11 31 78
S.Y.B.A 37 37 06 31 72
T.Y.B.A 29 29 05 24 96
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.A 93 7 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 05 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL
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Employed 30 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 65 25
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 443 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts :
1. Various Guest lectures by well- known people from the academic field was organized 1.Guest lecture on „Unique features of Indian architecture with special reference to Mughal Architecture’ by archaeologist Dr. Kurush Dalal of the extra Mural department of the University of Mumbai was organized on 26th feb,2010. 2. Another guest lecture by Dr. Kurush Dalal on 28thsep, 2010 was on organized on „Meaning of archaeology with special reference to major archaeological sites of Maharashtra’. A guest lecture By Dr .Roshni Udaywar from the Rachna Institute of Architecture on from the Ancient Culture Department of ST. Xavier‟s College was organized on23rd Sep,2011 oRelevance of Past and Present Ancient Water Harvesting Techniques was organized on 9th Feb ,2011. 3. A guest lecture by Prof. AnitaRane kothare n the topic “Important Tourist Places in Maharashtra with special reference to Caves”. 4. A guest Lecture to promote Communal Harmony by Dr.Preetha Nilesh on “Inter Community Dialogue through Mohalla Committees”was arranged on 6Sep,2012
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : i) PowerPoint presentation ii) Skits iii) Competition iv) Film Screening v) Use of Maps, Charts, Books, Pamphlets Brochures
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension
Activities: As the faculty in the History department is associated with N.S.S, Students of the department collaborated with the N.S.S in carrying out various activities in the college and community like Thalessemia detection camp, blood donation, participation in rallies, poster making, essay writing competition, sadhbhavana diwas etc.
35. SWOC analyses of the department and Future plans
Strengths
Consistent good results for the last few years. Interesting activities for the students. Good rapport with the students.
Weaknesses Single person Department. Large number of vernacular medium students with less exposure to latest Knowledge. Lack of much exposure to research and academic activities.
Opportunities
Better facilities like state of the art technology would enhance the learning experience. Better communication skills in English and exposure to latest knowledge in the subject.
Challenges
Sustaining interest in the subject is a challenge due to lack of interest in Humanities. Improving the General knowledge, communications skills especially Englishand research aptitude of the students. Creating further interest in the subject through more academic activities and making learning a meaningful experience for the students. Conducting various activities is a challenge as students come from poor economic background and therefore cannot afford money for visits, stationery, materials etc.
Future Plans
Conducting more research based and more inter-disciplinary activities for students to make them independent and self –sufficient.
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Department Of Political Science:
1. Name of the department : Political Science
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered : Bachelor of Arts; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
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8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No of Ph. D Qualific No. of Name Designation Specialization Students ation Years of Guided Experience
Associate Indian Political N. Thiruvenkadasamy M.A. 23 N/A Professor System
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio (Programme wise) : 30:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Made available from the Non-teaching staff whenever required.
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.A. – 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated:NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). b)Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and
scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentage
F.Y.B.A 67 42 11 31 90
S.Y.B.A 37 37 06 31 89
T.Y.B.A 29 29 05 24 96
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.A 93 7 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 05 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL
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Employed 30 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 65 25
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 387 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops /seminar) with external experts : Visit to Vidhan Bhavan and Mani Bhavan
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Use of ICT, presentation of assignments, group discussion, case study
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Use of plastic covers for assignments is discouraged, paper recycling
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35. SWOC analyses of the department and Future plans
Strengths
Consistent good results for the last few years.
Weaknesses
Single person Department. Large number of vernacular medium students
Opportunities
To develop better communication skills in English and encourage reading of news papers etc.
Challenges
Improving the General knowledge , communications skills especially English and research aptitude of the students.
Future Plans
Training students towards excellence in the University exam Promotion of research
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Department Of Mass Media:
1. Name of the department : Mass Media
2. Year of Establishment : 2005
3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered : Bachelor of Arts; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
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7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Lecturer 01 01
According to demand and need of this course number of visiting faculties has been appointed according to their expertise in the respective domain.
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No of No. of Ph. D Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of Students Experience Guided
Mahesh S. Lecturer & Metropolitan M.A.C.J 04 N/A Savale In- Charge Journalism
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11. List of senior visiting faculty:
Sr.N Name of the Faculty Specialization No. of Years of o. Experience
1. Mr. Hanif Lakdawala Copywriting, 25 Research in Advertising
2. Mr. Marcellus D‟souza Reporting & Editing, 25 Media Management
3. Mr. Shridhar Naik Journalism & Public 17 Opinion, Global Media
4. Mr. B. Shrikant Media Ethics & Laws 15
5. Mr. Chetan Mathur Photography 20 „Doordarshan‟
6. Ms. Shreya Nagda Journalism – 07 Hindustan Times
7. Ms. Bhakti Chapalgaonkar Journalism 10
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 13:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Made available from the Non-teaching staff whenever required.
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.A. – 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated :NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects:
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %( internal projectsunder Credit based semester system).
b) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
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24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department :
Sr. No. Name of Visitors Name of Organization 1 Mr. Bhushan Khot Business Head, Zee Network 2 Mr. Mangesh Karandikar Head, Electronic Media , University of Mumbai 3 Dr. Vrinda Moghe Senior Reporter, Times of India
4 Mr. Parag Phatak Sport Journalist, Indian Express
5 Mr. Pankaj Athhawale Coordinator Mumbai University Radio Station 6 Mr. Pramod Sawant. CEO - Yukti Media
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL .
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.MM 65 50 38 12 60
S.Y.B.MM 31 31 25 06 88
T.Y.B.MM 30 30 22 08 95
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.M.M 98 02 00
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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 13 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 80 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 02
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 07 78
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 721 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 08
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops /seminar) with external experts :
Special Lecture on “Indian Media Business” by Mr. Bhooshan Khot, Business Head, Zee Network, Mumbai. Special Lecture on “New Media: Issues and Challenges” by Dr. Mangesh Karandikar, Head, Electronic Media, University of Mumbai. Special Lecture on “Career Opportunities in Public Relations” by Mr. Pramod Sawant, CEO Yukti Media (Public Relations consultancy).
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33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning :
As per the need of this course, apart from chalk board teaching methods, we follow various advanced teaching methods like Audio/Video aids, Power point presentations, Group Discussion, Book Presentations, ICT Aids. etc. We also encourage students to apply their logic and the skill of conceptualization in the various areas by giving them specific and opinion based projects and assignments.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Dept. of Mass media is actively involved in the college ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: Highly qualified and experienced visiting faculty in their domain area Free and flexible Access to Infrastructure and equipments like 3 cameras, 3 Computer labs with advanced technology and software‟s, Rich and well maintained Library, Audio/Visual room/ Seminar Hall
Weakness: Lack of media literacy among the students as well as some of the parents
Opportunity:
To cultivate interest among the students to do research in the field of communication as well as mass media.
Challenge:
Our most of the students are first generation learner‟s those who are taking formal education of media To cultivate reading habits among the students from various sources/platform
Future Plans:
To start a Post Graduate Department in Mass Media
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
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1. Name of the department : BOTANY
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Science; Undergraduate; Four Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Asst. Professors 01 01
Contract basis 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Desig- Specilization No. of No. of Ph. D. cation nation Years of Students Experience Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Dr. Charuta Vaidya M.Sc.; Associate Mycology 23 NIL Ph. D. Professor
Ms. Pankti Gosar Ph. D. Lecturer Cytogenetics 03 NIL CHB
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 50%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 21:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Laboratory Attendant-01
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D. – 01 ; PG - 01
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16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications:
Dr. Charuta Vaidya Papers Published- 05 Book- 01
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated:NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : Life member of Mycological society of India Life member of Bombay biological teachers‟ association Member of executive council of Mycological society of India, Mumbai unit.
22. Student projects: i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including Inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %( internalprojects under Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: : 20% S.Y. students have participated in tree censes Programme organizesd by NGO in the summer vacation, 2013
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students:
Dr. Charuta Vaidya :
Received Dr. Thirumalchar award in 2002 for best oral presentation in National Symposium organized by Agharkar Institute, Pune in February 2003.
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Invited as resource person at Refresher course in Life Sciences conducted by Dept of Botany, University of Pune on 20th January 2005 Invited as interviewer for action research for Dr. Homi BhabhaBal Vaidnyanik competition on 16th February 2014.
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department Dr. S.S. Barve Dr. Sanjay Deshmukh Dr. Madhuri Pejawar Dr. S.B. Chaphekar.
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Sc 96 36 24 12 50
S.Y.B.Sc 05 05 03 02 100
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Sc 92 08 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 20 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 78 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 08
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 02 70
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 269 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 10
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts :
Special lectures arranged: Lecture on“careers in plant sciences” by Dr. Bhavana Narula, Associate Professor in Botany, Ruia College Dr. S.S. Barve, Head, Dept of Botany, V.G. Vaze College was invited on 21st September 2013 to give a talk on “Brave New World of Biotechnology”. Dr.Bhavana Narula, Asso.Prof., Ruia College was invited to give a talk on “Career opportunities in plant sciences” on 24th January 2014 for the Junior as well as Senior College students. Lecture on „scope of the subject‟ by Mr. Rajkumar Diwaker, Guest lecture on „Household Management and Biocomposting‟ by Dr. Madhuri Pejawar, Principal, B.N. Bandodkar College, Thane Slide show on „Biodiversity‟ by Mr. Amod Karkhanis.
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Workshops : One day workshop on herbal cosmetics was organized under expert guidance of Dr. Aditi Kulkarni, M.D. (Ayurveda) in 2011-12 and 2013-14. A workshop on Terrarium on 2nd February 2013 conducted by Mr. Rajkumar Diwaker, allumini and research scholar.
Visits: The scientific research centre and cosmetology laboratory at V.G. Vaze College Visit to a nursery and mushroom cultivation center Visit to Horticultural training center, Talegaon and Floriculture Parks in M.I.D.C., Talegaon. Visit to Keshav-Shrishti,
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Chalk and board method is the best method as a subject need because the students learn the diagrams when they are drawn on the board. Use of charts to explain external and anatomical features of different plant specimens for theory and practicals, Use of photomicrography technique to show photos of good slides prepared by students to entire practical class on computer screen, Use of power point presentations, Showing videos on certain topics
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities: i) Save paper Programme ii) Training in preparation of herbal cosmetics to students
35. SWOC analyses of the department and Future plans
Strength : 1) Favourable student-teacher ratio enabling mentoring of students 2) Active researches both at student and teacher levels. 3) Spacious labs 4) ICT resources available 5) Active alumni
Weakness : 1) Poor research funding obtained for projects 2) Poor academic background of students
Opportunity : 1) Scope for research centre 2) Strengthening of the core programmes
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Challenges : 1) Encourage student research 2) Keeping pace with developments globally in terms of ICT in Teacher Learning process 3) Improving results Future plans:
Short term goals: To start a certificate course in “Horticulture”. To start a short term hands-on certificate course in “Mushroom Cultivation” To start a small scale entrepreneurship extension activity of cultivation of Mushrooms and Herbal cosmetics. Long term goals: To set a Botanical garden consisting of plants whose study is a part of curriculum. Expanding the department for third year.
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1. Name of the department : CHEMISTRY
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Science; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 03 03
Assistant Professors 02 02
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Designation Speciliza- No. of No. of Ph. D. cation tion Years of Students Experience Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar M.Sc.; Professor Organic 24 08 Ph. D. & Principal Chemistry
Dr. Pramoda M.Sc.; Head, Analytical 23 NIL Sasidharan Pillai Ph. D. Associate Chemistry Professor
Dr. Meetali Das M.Sc.; Associate Physical 23 NIL Gupta Ph. D. Professor Chemistry
Mr. Santosh Pathare M.Sc.; Associate Inorganic 21 NIL SET Professor Chemistry
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Mr. Prashant Lohani M.Sc.; Assistant Physical 18 NIL M.Phil. Professor Chemistry
Mr. Karthik Krishnan M.Sc.; Assistant Organic 03 NIL NET Professor Chemistry
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 26:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Laboratory Attendant-02 Laboratory Assistant -01
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D. – 03 ; M.Phil- 01, PG - 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : 01 Minor project (Mumbai University) Rs.10,000/-
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
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19. Publications : a) Publication per faculty :
Name of the faculty No. of papers No. of papers published in published ISSN / ISBN conference in peer reviewed proceedings journal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar 66 20 Dr. Pramoda Sasidharan Pillai 02 01 Mr. Prashant Lohani 02 02 Mr. Santosh Pathare 01 00
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Product Development; Income in kind
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects: i) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including Inter/departmental/Programme : 100 %(internal projects under Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : 01% - University of Mumbai Research project Summer
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students:
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar Best Researcher Award in June, 2014
Dr. Pramoda Sasidharan Pillai Inducted as Member of Syllabus Committee in Chemistry, Board of Studies, Faculty of Science, Mumbai University.
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Dr. Meetali Das Gupta Appointed as paper setter in Physical Chemistry for T.Y.B.Sc. (Old Course) examination, October 2013.
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL 25. Seminars/Conferences/Work shops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : Organized BOS workshop for revised syllabus in Chemistry effective from 2014-15 for F.Y.B.Sc. on 4th April, 2014. 26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Sc 96 92 64 28 50
S.Y.B.Sc 50 50 28 22 70
T.Y.B.Sc 34 34 14 20 70
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Sc 92 08 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 20 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 72 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 02
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 08 70
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 558 Books in the central library and 70 books in departmental library. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 10
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts :
Certificate course in “ Introduction to Research Methodologies” from 9th to 23rd April, 2014 - 24 students ( 20 - S. Y. B. Sc. & 04 - F. Y. B. Sc. completed the course which consisted of 8 modules) Guest Lecture on „Safety measures in Laboratories‟ by Alumnus, Mr. Prashant Javale, Fire Safety Officer, Sandoz Ltd., on 31st January, 2014. Quiz on Physical Chemistry Practical syllabus for TYBSc students on 23rd August, 2013. Industrial visit to Water Purification Plant at Panjarpol, Bhiwandi in Jan.2014. Lecture on „Career in Pharma Management and Clinical Research‟ by Mr. Ajay Kulkarni and Ms. Beena Narayan from IES Research Centre, for TYBSc. Students on 23rd Jan.2014. Power-point presentation competition for TYBSc students on 15th and 17th Feb.2014 by Dr. Meetali Das Gupta.
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Lecture on „Career opportunities in Pharmaceutical Industry‟ by Dr. Vinayak Mahajan, General Manager R&D, Chemspec Chemicals Pvt.Ltd. on 15th Feb., 2014. Lecture on „Opportunities in Clinical Research‟ by Clino Vision on 14th Feb., 2014. Intercollegiate competition „Chem-Fiesta‟ on 11th Feb., 2014. 6 students of TYBSc participated in a workshop on „Spectroscopy and problem solving session‟ at Ruia College on 7th and 8th Feb., 2014. Crossword competition based on Semester:VI, Physical Chemistry syllabus on 21st Feb., 2014. Session on „How to increase concentration and exam preparation strategies‟ for TYBSc students on 7th March, 2014. 18 students participated in the Aptitude Test in Chemistry conducted by Indian Chemical Society at Ruia College on 1st Sept., 2013.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Curriculum enrichment by conducting competitions and activities. Sessions on “Meditation, concentration, creative visualization Industrial Visit. Lectures on Career opportunities for B. Sc. students. Departmental Library. Preparation of Chemistry Practical manuals for F.Y., S.Y. & T.Y.B.Sc. students Use of ICT. Screening of Online lectures on certain topics
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Paper recycling, „No Plastic‟ project and water auditing
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength : 1) Favorable student-teacher ratio enabling mentoring of Students 2) Active researches both at student and teacher levels. 3) Spacious labs 4) ICT resources available 5) Active alumni Weakness : 1) Poor research funding obtained for projects 2) Poor academic background of students
Opportunity : 1) Scope for research centre (in the pipeline) 2) Strengthening of the core programmes
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Challenges : 1) Encourage student research 2) Keeping pace with developments globally in terms of ICT in Teacher Learning process 3) Improving results
Future plans:
Short Term Goals: 1. Organize BOS workshop for revised syllabus 2014-15 for F.Y.B.Sc. 2. Applying for National Seminar on “ Green methodologies in Synthetic Chemistry” 3. Starting Certificate courses in Chemistry. 4. Starting Competitive Exam preparation lectures for Chemistry students.
Long Term Goals: 1. Starting PG Course - M. Sc. 2. Recognition of Research Lab. 3. Taking up Minor and Major Research projects.
Healthy Practices: 1. Regularly displaying information related to - Time table, Practical schedule, Topics for Assignment, Tests and Exams, Entrance exams, Job opportunities, PG and Diploma courses, Seminars, Conferences, Workshops, Competitions, etc on the Notice Boards (Class wise). 2. Interaction between present students and alumni. 3. Departmental Library. 4. Preparation of Chemistry Practical manuals for students of F.Y. , S. Y. and T. Y. B. Sc. 5. Sending non-teaching staff for workshops on safety, Maintenance of instruments etc. 6. Maintenance of Departmental Records as prescribed by NAAC under Teaching, Learning and Evaluation.
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Department Of Physics:
1. Name of the department : PHYSICS
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Science; Undergraduate; Four Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Part of B.Sc IT Programme 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 01 01
Assistant Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Desig- Specilization No. of No. of Ph. D. cation nation Years of Students Experience Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Dr. Pushpinder G. M.Sc.; Associate Electronics 23 NIL Bhatia Ph. D. Professor
Mr. Swapnil M.Sc. Assistant Condensed 03 NIL Kosalge (SET) Professor Matter
Ms. Poonam Tare M.Sc. Lecturer Nuclear 08 NIL
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 33%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 50:1
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14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : Laboratory Attendant-01 Laboratory Assistant -01
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D-01, P.G-02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc and total grants. : Grant Name of the Name of the research Project received Year Faculty By Mumbai University Rs.30,000 Dr. Pushpinder Microwave technique for 2006-2007 Bhatia sintering of ceramic material
Rs.20,000 Dr. Pushpinder The dielectric properties of 2011-2012 Bhatia barium titanate
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : a) Publication per faculty: No. of papers Book with No. of papers published in ISSN/ISBN no. Name of the faculty published in ISSN/ISBN with details of peer review conference publication journal proceedings
Dr. Pushpinder 02 05 01 Bhatia
Mr. Swapnil 00 03 00 Kosalge
Ms. Poonam Tare 00 01 00
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20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards :
Dr. Pushpinder Bhatia: i) Associate editor on editorial board of International Journal of Chemical and Physical sciences; ISSN NO. 2319-6602 ii) Editor of the special issue of International Journal of Chemical and Physical sciences in April 2014.
22. Student projects: a) Students who have done in-house projects including interdepartmental/Programme : 08 students
Students of SYBSC worked on „Synthesis and characterization of magnetite used in lithium batteries‟ samples were synthesized and characterized This work was presented as a poster at the student research conference „Avishkar‟ held by University of Mumbai in 2012-2013. Synthesis of Fe2O3 and Fe2O4 by co-precipitation method along with Dept. of chemistry by FY and S.Y.B.Sc. Students in 2013- 2014.
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in : 01 student was inplaced on a Research organizations outside the institution i.e. internship programme at ICT, Mumbai laboratories/Industry/othersumme agencies
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students :
Dr. Pushpinder Bhatia Awarded Ph. D. by University of Mumbai in 2011 02 Best paper awards received at National conferences. Awarded Travel grant from UGC to participate in the international conference on Magnetism held in Busan South Korea.
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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department
Name of the Scientist Name of the Institute Prof. G. D. Yadav V.C. Institute of Chemical Technology Mumbai Prof. Naresh Chandra ProV.C. University of Mumbai Prof. N. Basavaiah Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, New Mumbai Prof. R. T. Sane GNIRD, Mumbai Prof. J.R. Bellare IIT Bombay Prof. M. Kalasad SDM College of Engineering and Technology, Dharwad, Karnataka. Prof. R.R. Deshmukh Institute of Chemical Technology Mumbai Prof. D.C. Kothari University of Mumbai Prof. S.V. Deshmukh University of Mumbai Prof. Ajay Dhar Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, New Mumbai
25. Seminars/Conferences/Work shops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : State level work shop on instrument maintenance for laboratory staff in association with WRIC,Mumbai in Jan 2012 – expertise was provided by WRIC. UGC Sponsored National Conference on research trends in smart materials- igniting young minds in Jan 2013. (Rs.80,000)
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Sc 96 92 64 28 50
S.Y.B.Sc 50 50 28 22 70
*M=Male *F=Female
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27. Diversity of Students
% of % of students % of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Sc 92 08 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 20 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 72 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 02
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 08 70
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30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 317 Books in the central library and 100 titles in the e book library. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 10
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : 1) Thematic academic activities every year. 2) Power point presentations- to enhance presentation skills 3) Poster presentations- to showcase creativity skills and to encourage students to access online study material. 4) Inspire to aspire programme was conducted (Interaction of Research scholars with students) - to cultivate research culture. 5) National Conference- „Research trends in smart materials –igniting young minds‟ for research. 77 papers were received. Students ware part of organizing committee of this conference. 6) Bridge course: to enhance subject knowledge and practical skills. 7) Visit to research centers: IIG, ICT, IUCCA 8) Students regularly attend lectures arranged by the Nehru Science center.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: 1) Chalk; board 2) Screening of popular lectures on certain topics. These are downloaded and saved 3) Power point presentation 4) Online simulation technique. 5) Sharing of important informative links with students to enhance learning.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Department participates in the college ISR through participation in paper recycling and „no to plastic‟ projects.
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35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: i) Dedicated staff with student a friendly approach. ii) Compulsory subject at FY level and linkage with B.Sc.(I.T) course. Weakness: i) Subject not offered at T.Y. level ii) Students from poor academic background. Opportunities: i) Spacious lab. Scope for research. ii) Skill training for students. Challenge: i) To generate interest in subject, and retain students. ii) To keep pace with the changing trends in University and globally Short term goals: i) To start physics at the TY level. ii) To activate student research iii) To upgrade laboratory equipment. Long term goal: i) To start PG Department, get Ph. D recognition for the lab.
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1. Name of the department : MATHEMATICS
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Science; Undergraduate; six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : B.Sc., B.Com & B.Sc(IT)
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 01 01
Assistant Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Desig- Specilization No. of No. of Ph. D. cation nation Years of Students Experience Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Ms. Sobha R. M.Sc.; Associate Pure 24 NIL B.Ed. Professor Mathematics
Mr. Joshy Xavier M.Sc. Assistant Pure 18 NIL Professor Mathematics
Ms. Afreen Bano M.Sc.; Lecturer Pure 06 NIL B.Ed. Mathematics
Mr. Jitendra Singh M.Sc. Lecturer Pure 01 NIL Mathematics
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : B.Com - 15% & B.Sc - 07%
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13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : B.Com. - 109:1 and B.Sc. - 16 :1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : PG - 04
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projects under Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
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25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 50
F.Y.B.Sc 96 92 64 28 100
S.Y.B.Sc 50 50 28 22 50
T.Y.B.Sc 34 34 14 20 50
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Com 95 05 00 B.Sc 80 20 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 15 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 75 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 10 70
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 698 Books Journals and solution sets for Mathematics and statistics b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 20 in B.Com &10 in B.Sc
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Guest Lecture in mathematics for B.Sc. students by Dr. Selby Jose from Institute of Science. Guest Lecture in mathematics for B.Sc. students by Prof. Sudha Agarwal from K.J. Somaiya College. Course in Vedic Mathematics.
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33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Group Discussions Remedial Teaching Quiz Students‟ Presentation in classroom.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : i) Save paper Programme
35. SWOC analyses of the department and Future plans
Strength : 1) Favourable student-teacher ratio enabling mentoring of students 2) ICT resources available
Weakness : 1) Poor research activity 2) Poor academic background of students
Opportunity : 1) Scope for research 2) Strengthening of the core programmes
Challenges : 1) Improving results
Future plans : Introduction of short term certificate courses in Computer for S.Y.B.Com. and S.Y.B.A. students. To create an official Facebook page of the department to link with all mathematics F.Y., S.Y. and T.Y. Science students.
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Department of Information Technology:
1. Name of the department : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
2. Year of Establishment : 2007
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Science; Undergraduate; six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
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8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts : 04
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Designation No. of No. of Ph. cation Years of D. Experience Students Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Ms. Divya B. Shetty M.Sc.(I.T.) In-charge 07 NIL
Ms. Seema Ambhore M.Sc.(Comp. Lecturer 04 (with NIL Science) break)
Ms. Dhanashree M.Sc. Lecturer 04 NIL Nagnure (Physics)
Mr. Shivom Tiwari M.Sc. Lecturer 01 NIL (Mathematic s)
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : Since it is a self- financing course and appointments are on contract basis, hence 100%
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13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 20:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : One computer Lab- technician
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : PG - 04
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : One Book Divya B. Shetty
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects:
i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system).
ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
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23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students Balvijay G from F.Y.B.Sc.(I.T) won second prize in “Debugging” and “Predict the Output” S.I.W.S. College Balvijay G from F.Y.B.Sc.(I.T) won second prize in “Poster Presentation”. Ratnam College Deepak J from S.Y.B.Sc.(I.T) won second prize in “Text Tedia” Swami Vivekanand College Vikrant T from S.Y.B.Sc.(I.T) won second prize in “N.F.S”. S.I.W.S. College
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Sc IT 205 79 58 21 50
S.Y.B.Sc IT 89 89 78 11 100
T.Y.B.Sc IT 112 112 69 33 50
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Sc IT 95 05 00
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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 12 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 80 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 20
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 08 60
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 1365 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 27
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts :
Seminar on “How to do Projects in ASP.net” by Vanita Phulsunder, (Impetus Consultancies) for S.Y.I.T. and T.Y.I.T. Students Seminar on “Project Guidance” by Kavita Vispute, (SEED Infotech) for S.Y.I.T. and T.Y.I.T. Students Pre Campus Recruitment Programme by SEED Infotech for T.Y.I.T. Students Seminar on “ Future IT Prospects” by Sachin Gore for all I.T. students
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Seminar on “Cloud Computing” by Sageer Khan (Jetking) for S.Y.I.T. and T.Y.I.T. Students Workshop on “Project in one day” by Seed Infotech Campus Recruitment Drive by “Pi Techniques” for T.Y.I.T. Students
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : PPT Slides, Brain- storming Sessions and use ofVideos
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Five Students of I.T. worked with an NGO named “Kherwadi Social Welfare Association” to train school dropouts and deprived youth Paper recycling and no to plastic.
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Credit Based Curriculum Existing faculties Visiting faculties from industries Departmental Annual Magazine “DIGITAL” Internet Connectivity for Staff and Students Transparency in admission and examination system. Weakness: Students come from vernacular background Campus Placements Computer Lab Lack of English communication skills among students Opportunities: Up gradation of computer Lab To introduce Certificate courses in Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw To Start with P.G. Courses Challenges: To improve T.Y. result Having to compete with established colleges Changing Technologies To teach students from vernacular backgrounds Future Plans: To Start M.Sc.(I.T.) To introduce certificate courses To hold an Exhibition on computer hardware
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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
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ACCOUNTANCY:
1. Name of the department : Accountancy
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Commerce; Undergraduate; six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
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8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts :
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 01 01
Assistant Professors 00 00 CHB Lecturer/Part Time Lecturer 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
No. of Ph. D.
Students No. of Qualifi- Designatio Speciali- Guided Name Years of cation n zation for Experience the last 4 yrs.
Associate Gurdeep Chartered Professor Accountancy Singh Rangrass 23 NIL Accountant and Head & Taxation
Sangam Koli M.Com.; Assistant B.Ed. Professor Commerce 02 NIL
Kiran Gajjar M.Com.; Part time
M.B.A. Lecturer Commerce 02 NIL
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 23%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 120:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : C.A- 01, P.G-02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects: i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
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23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students
Name Recognitions
Gurdeep Singh Rangrass Member of Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Kiran Gajjar Tax Return Preparer Certified by Income Tax Department Service Tax Return Preparer Certified by the Service Tax Department
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Work shops organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : IFRS By C.A Yagnesh Desai Source of Funding is College Tally Certification Course Source of Funding is Students contribution
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentage
F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 50
S.Y.B.Com 259 259 110 149 100
T.Y.B.Com 245 245 110 135 50
*M=Male *F=Female
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27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.Com 95 05 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 55 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 25 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 20 20
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 1881 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
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31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 20
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Study tour of T.Y B.Com students arranged at ShriJaimal Singh Automobile Corporation, B.P.C.L Dealer to cover practical aspect of Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing, Direct Tax and Indirect Tax.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Practical examples explained to students to understand Accountancy Research based project assigned to promote research among the students.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : Students actively participate in various Programmes conducted by NSS, Remarkable contribution delivered at events of ZEAL, KALA UTSAV and ANNUAL DAY PROGRAMME
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Experienced Faculty P.G Departments available
Weakness: High student teacher ratio
Opportunities: Execution of skill development Programmes
Challenges: Growing popularity of Self Financing Courses in Commerce
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BUSINESS COMMUNICATION-ENGLISH:
1. Name of the department : Business Communication – English
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Commerce; Undergraduate; four Semesters 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Taught in B.Com and B.A
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7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts :
Sanctioned Filled Assistant Professors 02 02
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Designation Specialization No. of No. of Ph. cation Years of D. Experience Students Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Raj K. Dhar M.Phil. Assistant 20th century 13 NIL Ph. D. Professor British poetry
Manisha Ph. D. Assistant Post colonialism 03 NIL Patil Professor and American Literature
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : B.Com 180:1 B.A 40:1
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14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D - 02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications – 02 : Dr. Raj K. Dhar „The Rival Religion of Ted Hughes‟, Ruminations (ISSN 2249-9059)
Dr. Manisha Patil „Contesting Hegemony through Social Networking‟, Research Canv (ISBS 978-93- 81394-63-2)
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
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24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 30
F.Y.B.A 67 66 20 46 30
S.Y.B.A 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Com 90 10 00 B.A 74 26 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 55 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 25 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 20 20
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 542 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Over the years, students have been sent to various colleges to attend workshops on curriculum-related topics. Guest lectures have been arranged for them on RTI, consumer guidance and other syllabus-related topics. A lecture on computers was also arranged for them.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : To supplement the conventional method of „chalk and talk‟, the department used group discussions, mock interviews, film shows and ICT methods to improve students‟ learning.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : The department takes part in the mentioned activities conducted by the college.
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Highly Qualified Faculty
Weakness: Non English Background of Students
Opportunities: Good Response to the Language Lab and English Speaking course
Challenges: Good Result
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BUSINESS LAW:
1. Name of the department : Business Law
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Commerce; Undergraduate; four Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Taught in F.Y.B.A, B.Com and S.Y.B.A
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts :
Sanctioned Filled
Assistant Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Designation Speciali- No. of No. of Ph. cation zation Years of D. Experience Students Guided for the last 4 yrs.
Ms. Rajinder B.A.; Assistant Law of crimes & 18 NIL Kaur LL.M Professor Commercial Law Maritime Air Law
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 259:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : P.G - 01
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16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department Honorable Justice Suresh Hosbet Honorable Justice Kshitij Vayas Adv. Garima Gupta Adv. Sonia Wazir Adv. Aparna Parab
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding
a) National b)International : Alongwith the Political Science Department various activities are organized Guest lectures are arranged on various topics
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Human Rights week was organized along with the MSHRC in 2011, various competitions such as essay competition, poster competition, state level seminar, screening of film , interaction with NGOs, exhibition on human rights in the library etc Visit to Vidhan Bhavan, court visit, Mani Bhavan are organised
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 30
F.Y.B.A 67 66 20 46 30
S.Y.B.A 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Com 90 10 00 B.A 74 26 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 55 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 25 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 20 20
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 444 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : The students participate in special lectures, workshops, and seminars arranged by the department and other departments
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. Guest lectures are also arranged for students. Revision of the syllabus is done Group discussion Power point presentation
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : In-charge of DLLE Inculcating Responsibility towards the society
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Students with good academic background
Weakness: No research activity
Opportunities: To develop research
Challenges: To retain student interest as the subject is only subsidiary one at the UG level
Future Plan: Develop research
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COMMERCE:
1. Name of the department : Commerce
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Commerce; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts :
Sanctioned Filled
Associate Professors 02 02
Assistant Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years of Experience
Mr. R.N. Nadar M.Com., MBA, Head, Associate Commerce 25 DM, M.Phil., Professor Ph. D.
Mr. Paulraj A. M.Com. Associate Commerce 24 Professor
Mr. Ramraj T. M.Com., MBA Assistant Commerce 20 Nadar B.Ed., M.Phil. Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 285:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D – 01, M.Phil-01, PG- 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : Dr. R. N. Nadar – 03 Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar - 06
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects: i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : The faculty members Dr. R. N. Nadar and Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar have been awarded MBA (HR) degrees by YCMOU, Nashik in the year 2010. Dr. R. N. Nadar has been awarded Ph. D (Business Administration) degree in 2008. Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar has been awarded M.Phil degree by Madurai Kmaraj University in the year 2007. He has received two awards for paper presentations. They are: Best Paper Award in the UGC sponsored National Conference on „Recent Developments in Trade and Commerce‟ organized by Changu Kana Thakur Arts, Com & Science College, New Panvel on 7th& 8thJanuary 2011 for the research presentation on “Banking services towards slum dwellers in Mumbai city”.
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Award for Outstanding Research paper in the International Conference on „Strategic Management in Global Scenario: Challenges & Opportunities‟ held by University Dept. of Commerce, University of Mumbai on 23rd& 24th February2012 for the research contribution on “Financial Inclusion in the slums of Mumbai: Strategic Approach and its challenges ahead.” Dr. R. N. Nadar has been appointed as the paper setter and moderator by the University of Mumbai for the course Advanced Cost Accounting in the M.Com (Accountancy) Programme. He is a project guide for MBA Programme of YCMOU, Nashik. Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar has been the paper-setter for the courses Financial Accounting and Management Accounting for the MBA Programme at Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Management, Nerul and IBSAR, Belapur. He is the moderator for various courses in Mumbai and other Universityersities. He is a project guide for MBA Programme of YCMOU, Nashik.
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department Mr. Shashikant Patil, HR Manager, Eureka Forbes Ltd. Mr. Rajamani Srinivasan, Deputy General Manager, Union Bank of India and Principal of Staff College, Bangalore. Mr. Suresh S. Nadar, Oracle Certified Professional, SSO Manager, IBM India Ltd. Mr. Shreepad Parkhe, Chief Facilitator, Pacific Training & Consultancy Services. Mr. Bharat Bhatnagar, Head, Strategy & Business Planning, Antwerb Diamond Bank. Mr. Ranjeev Manrao, CEO, RM123, Management Business & Strategic consultant.
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b) International: One day regional workshop for University and College teachers and researchers on the theme, “Use of Statistical Techniques in Research in Commerce” held on 25th September 2010. Fifty teachers of Mumbai and SNDT Universityersities attended the same. The expenses were met from the registration fee collected from the participants. 26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 70
S.Y.B.Com 259 259 110 149 80
T.Y.B.Com 245 245 110 135 80
*M=Male *F=Female
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27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Com 90 10 00 B.A 74 26 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 – 55% PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 25 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 20 20
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 542 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
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32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Guest Lecture on “Challenges in HRM” for T.Y.B.Com students on 22-02-2014 by Mr.Shashikant Patil, HR Manager, Eureka Forbes Ltd. Guest Lecture on “Capital Market” for S.Y.B.Com students on 21-02-2014 by Mr.Niketan Prakash Taware, Faculty from Bombay Stock Exchange. Investment Awareness Programme by Institute of Company Secretaries of India on 13-2-2014 for all students. Guest Lecture on “Creativity in Advertising” for S.Y.B.Com Advertising students on 13-01-2014 by Mr.Avdhesh Yadav, Visiting Faculty. Seminar on Career Guidance in Commerce by NIIT on 27-8-2013 for all students. Guest Lecture on “Technology in Banking” by Mr.Rajamani Srinivasan, Deputy General Manager, Union Bank of India and Principal of Staff College, Bangalore on 09-02-2013 for F.Y.B.Com students. Guest Lecture on “Project Planning” for F.Y.B.Com students on 22-09-2012 by Mr. Suresh S. Nadar, Oracle Certified Professional, SSO Manager, IBM India Ltd. Guest Lecture on “Marketing & CRM –Industry Prospective” by Mr. Shreepad Parkhe, Chief Facilitator, Pacific Training & Consultancy Services on 11-09-2012 for T.Y.B.Com students. Expert lecture on Export Marketing for T.Y.B.Com students by Prin.Dr.Madhu Nair,Nirmala College, Kndivali,Mumbai, Member of Board of Studies in Commerce, University of Mumbai, on 21st February 2011. Expert lecture on Marketing and Human Resource Management for T.Y.B.Com students by Dr.S.K. Raju, Member of Board of Studies in Commerce, University of Mumbai, on 21st February 2011. Expert lecture on Management and Production Planning for T.Y.B.Com students by Prof.Vijay Suchak, Head, Department of Commerce, Nagindas Khandwala College, Mumbai on 19th March 2010. Expert lecture on Export Marketing for T.Y.B.Com students by Dr.Madhu Nair, Member of Board of Studies in Commerce, University of Mumbai on 18th March 2010. Guest lecture on Banking- Role and Development by Mr. Bharat Bhatnagar, Head, Strategy & Business Planning, Antwerb Diamond Bank, on 25th February 2010. Guest lecture on Time Management by Mr.Ranjeev Manrao, CEO, RM123, Management Business& Strategic consultant, on 24th February 2010.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Use of ICT, Paper clippings of business news, Industrial visits, Seminars, Question bank based discussions, Discussions on current issues by students, Interactive sessions and Group Discussions, Remedial lectures, Course-based Quizzes and Poster-making competitions
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : The department strives to inculcate in the students, a sense of social responsibility while teaching the modules applicable, which are included in the syllabus. All members of the department directly and indirectly get involved, support and participate in the institutional social processes such as cleanliness awareness Programmes, Paper Recycling Drive, conservation drives for saving water and electricity, Aids and Cancer awareness Programmes, Blood donation camps, support Programmes to Govt. administration during festivals
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths:
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT All are Full-Time teachers and fully qualified. No one is temporary. Each one is very active and striving to develop the qualification levels continuously and acquire higher degrees. Every teacher is attempting to enhance the research work, presentations and publications, despite time and other constraints. All are hard-working, highly cooperative and give full support to administrative activities. All are recognized P.G. teachers.
Qualification 1. Dr. R. N. Nadar, M.com, D.M, M.Phil, Ph. D, MBA. upgradation Joined in 1989. Acquired M. Phil from University of Mumbai in the year 1996. Acquired Ph. D from University of Mumbai in the year 2008 Acquired MBA from YCMOU (Nashik) in the year 2010
2.Paulraj A, M.Com. Joined in 1990. Pursuing research for Ph. D degree under the Guidance of Dr. M. K. Dekate, University Department of Commerce, University of Mumbai
3. Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar, M.Com, B.Ed, M.Phil, MBA. Joined in 1993. Acquired B. Ed from M.S. University in the year 1998 Acquired M. Phil from Madurai Kamaraj University in the year 2007 under the guidance of Dr. R. N. Nadar
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c) Acquired MBA from YCMOU (Nashik) in the year 2010 d) Registered for Ph. D in the year 2010 under the Guidance of Dr.M.K.Dekate, University Department of Commerce, University of Mumbai Help policy Personal Attention is given to students even outside the class room and Guidance is offered whenever required. Consistency The result is always above 90% in Commerce (MHRM) and Export in Result Marketing at T.Y. level. Weaknesses 1. Larger number of students need to be handled by an individual teacher daily (350 to 450 per day) 2. Majority students come from vernacular medium, and with low proficiency in language and poor base in the subjects. 3. Dearth of research projects, minor and major Opportunities Most of the students are first generation learners. They are easy to mould and lovely to serve. They are largely disciplined, and want to learn and to grow. Tapping In-house students of XII standard with appropriate formalized integration practices and Programmes with the Degree College.
Challenges Mushrooming unaided courses such as BMS, BAF, BBI in all colleges in the neighborhood, and increasing desire of students to join such specialized Programmes. Hence, attracting meritorious students to the common B.Com Programme is difficult. Since, majority of the students are economically poor, their lack of affordability for additional enrichment Programmes affect the growth and performance. Retaining the in-house meritorious students (XII Std) who move to other colleges. Developing research aptitude in students.
Future Plans:
Short–term Plans: a) To achieve 100% result. b) To introduce Certificate Course in Commerce for B.A and B.Sc. students. c) To increase the number of student development-oriented activities such as Industrial Visits, Expert lectures, Quiz and other competitions in relation to specific courses or modules.
Long –Term Plans: a) To conduct a National level UGC sponsored seminar b) To introduce new Programmes at Post Graduate level, M. Com in Management/Banking and diploma Courses. c) Taking up minor and major funded research projects.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES:
1. Name of the department : Environmental Studies
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Bachelor of Commerce; Undergraduate; Environmental Studies In B.Com, Travel and Tourism in S.Y.B.A and S.Y.B.Com, Foundation course in S.Y.B.A
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Same as No-3
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts :
Sanctioned Filled
Assistant Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years of Experience
Dr. Madhuri Kulkarni M.A., Ph. D. Assistant Geography 22 Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise): F.Y B.com - Environmental Studies : 390:1 S.Y.B.com - Travel and Tourism : 93:1 S.Y.B.A – Travel and Tourism : 11:1 S.Y B.A – Foundation Course : 45:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Ph. D - 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
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17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : 05 Books - 02
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : National Geographical Association Member of Bombay Geographical Association Member of International Consortium of Development
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department a) Dr. Roshani Udyawar, Head, Rachana Sansad Institute b) Prof. Anita Ranekothare, Head, Department of Ancient Indian Culture,St. Xavier‟s college c) Dr. Prita Nilesh, Associate Professor, Vaze College d) Dr. Shekhar Bhadsavle, Specialist in Agro-tourism e) Mr. R.R. Surve, Secretary, Ambika Yaga Kutir. f) Mr. Suhas Waingankar, Head, WWF Kolhapur. g) Dr. V. Subhalaxmi, Deputy Director, BNHS, Goregaon.
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.B.Com 683 351 143 208 30
F.Y.B.A 67 66 20 46 30
S.Y.B.A 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.Com 90 10 00 B.A 74 26 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 55 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL
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Employed 25 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 20 20
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 348 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 22
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Dr. Roshani Udyawar, Head, Rachana Sansad Institute - Rain water Harvesting Prof. Anita Ranekothare, Head, Department of Ancient Indian Culture, St. Xavier‟s college - Caves of Maharashtra Dr. Prita Nilesh, Associate Professor, Vaze College - Intercommunity Dialogue through Mohalla Committees to promote communal harmony Dr. Shekhar Bhadsavle, Specialist in Agro-tourism - Importance of Agro-tourism Mr. R.R. Surve, Secretary, Ambika Yoga Kutir - Ayurveda and Yoga and its Relevance in Environmental Conservation Mr. Suhas Waingankar, Head, WWF Kolhapur - Biodiversity Dr. V. Subhalaxmi, Deputy Director, BNHS, Goregaon - Conservation of Environment
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
a. Use of teaching aids like globe and maps. b. Group discussions c. Conducting quiz in the class d. Conducting competitions in the class like best from waste to create awareness among students about waste management which is a part of the curriculum. e. Screening of environmental films f. showing syllabus related videos to students. g. Use of Power Point presentations. h. Organising field visits so that students gain practical experience.
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i. Bringing magazines like Down to Earth or supplements like Gobal Times in the class and reading out important syllabus relatedinformation for students. This method indirectly helps to inculcatereading habits among students. j. Conducting remedial lectures for students especially for the students from vernacular medium. k. Conducting presentations of students in the class.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strengths- Qualified and experienced faculty. Teaching aids like globe, maps, and ICT facilities are available. Administration facilitates for conducting field visits or guest lectures or for adopting any innovative teaching methods. Mike facility is available to reach out to large number of students in the class and to make lectures effective. Attendance is strictly monitored in the class and as a result attendance of the students is good Revision tests are conducted after the syllabus is over which helps in improving the result of the students. Special lectures are conducted for the students of the vernacular medium.
Weakness Large number of students from vernacular medium The basic knowledge of geography of B.com students is too poor which poses problems in teaching the basic geographical terms. The subject is taught at the first year level only.
Opportunities ICT enabled classrooms enable use of audio-visual aids of teaching. Though the knowledge of basic geography is poor students take interest in learning and the result of the department is good. Majority of the students are disciplined and sincere. Due to map exercise student score good marks in the subject.
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Challenges To keep students abreast of the latest development. To make students research oriented Teacher-student ratio is unfavorable which constraints one to one interaction Teacher-student ratio hampers conducting of activites at a time for all the students. Due to choice based credit system of examination there are large number of assignments and class test papers and semester end examination. There are limitations to conduct certain activities due to poor financialbackground of the students. It is challenging to teach the students of poor academic background.
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Banking and Insurance (Self Financing):
1. Name of the department : B.Com (Banking & Insurance)
2. Year of Establishment : 2007
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Banking & Insurance; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : The department participates in courses offered by BMS &BAF
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7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts : 02
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years of Experience
S. Sudha M.A.; M.Phil. Course In-charge Economics & 10 yrs. & Lecturer Stock Markets
Harpreet Kaur MCA Lecturer Computers 3.5 yrs.
11. List of senior visiting faculty : : NIL The senior visiting faculty in the department are: Mr. Ketan Vira Mr. Sachin Bhandarkar Mr. Kunal Soni Ms. Vaneeta Raney Mr. Anand Deshpande Dr. Shankaran Kutty
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100% - Lecturers are appointed on contractual basis.
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13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 11:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.Phil – 01, PG - 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: Mr. Tulasi Gopinath – Director, RPCD, RBI Mr. Yogesh Bhawnani – Faculty in Training Institute of BSE Ltd. (Some of the academicians who were invited earlier were Dr. Bhargeshwar Bannerji – Director, RBI, Ms. Deena Mehta – Ex-President Board of BSE, Mr. Ashok Sahoo –
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Director, RBI, Mr. Arvind Chari – Sr. Fund manager, QAMC, Mr. Purv Shah – Stock consultant and Financial Markets Trainer BSE Ltd.,)
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : The department organizes an inter- collegiate seminar called MINDSHARE annually.
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.BBI 115 57 25 32 30
S.Y.BBI 48 48 18 20 30
T.Y.BBI 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.B.I 90 10 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 40 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 10 35
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 464 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 04
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : The department organizes an intercollegiate seminar every year called „MINDSHARE‟ wherein eminent speakers from different fields are invited to address the students. Special lectures by resource persons are organized for the TY students to facilitate facing University papers. Mr. Sachin Bhandarkar was invited to deliver a guest lecture on „Strategic Management‟ paper. The students are taken on Industrial visits. This year they went to Jaipur. The department & the department of Economics have started a „Certificate course on Stock markets‟ in association with Vantage Institute of Financial Markets – 17 out of 18 students who enrolled for the programme have cleared the exam and are awaiting their certificates. The department organized a visit to BSE Ltd., to make the students aware of the various courses available after graduation as well as visit the trading hall of BSE Ltd. In 2012.
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A seminar was conducted on „Career opportunities in Financial Markets‟ with speakers from BSE Ltd., and on Courses available in financial markets by Vantage Institute of Financial Markets.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Powerpoint presentations and news paper analysis Apart from the traditional chalk and board method, teaching is done through powerpoint slides, providing various useful links and discussions on practical case studies. One method that has been introduced is news paper analysis. Considering the importance of reading newspaper and the lack of this habit in students, newspaper analysis has been introduced by giving various topics and making the students follow the topic in the newspaper. Students are asked to submit assignments and present the same. This has also helped in ensuring genuine submissions to a large extent as there is not much of scope for „Cut, Copy, Paste‟.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength : All the faculties members are highly qualified. Veracious combination of core faculty & experienced visiting faculty. Due this students are able to get exposure to practical knowledge as well. The student teacher ratio is healthy giving scope for more attention.
Weakness : Students come from such a background that their oral and written communication in English language is a problem.
Opportunity: Banking is a booming field offering job opportunities due to licence being given for new banks. Hence the course will remain in high demand. There is ample opportunity to tap industry expertise in terms of guest lectures, placements etc.
Challenge: Dealing with students coming from vernacular medium, poor communication skills and poor financial condition. Upgrading Contemporary Knowledge in students.
Future plans: To create awareness in students about further studies and job opportunities. To improve employment skills and placement opportunities among students
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Accountancy and Finance (Self Financing):
1. Name of the department : B.Com (Accounting & Finance)
2. Year of Establishment : 2009
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Accounting & Finance; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Taught BMS, BBI
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts : 02
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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years of Experience
Mr. Rajesh Jha M.Com., JAIIB Co-ordinator Accountancy 07
Ms. Kaleeswari S. M.Com. Lecturer Accountancy 02
11. List of senior visiting faculty : Name College 1. Mrs. Sunita Sherifani Swami Vivekananda College 2. Dr. Nishikant Jha Thakur College 3. Dr. Priya M. Vaidya University of Mumbai 4. Mr. Dhanbalu Naikar Visiting Faculty 5. Mr. Ketan Vira GNVS Management Institute 6. Mrs. Lata Ramesh Visiting Faculty 7. Ms. Payal Samwani SIES College 8. Ms. Meera S. Visiting Faculty 9. Mrs. Bhuwaneshwari Guru Nanak Junior College 10. Ms. Poonam Merwani Visiting Faculty
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 16:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.Phil - 06 Ph. D - 02
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16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : Ms. Sonali Jadhav of Third Year has been selected for Free Learning Programme organized by the Aircel Limited Mr. Vikas Ram of Second Year has participated in Maharashtra State Level Republic Day Parade
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department:
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
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26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.BBI 115 57 25 32 30
S.Y.BBI 48 48 18 20 30
T.Y.BBI 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.B.I 90 10 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
9. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL
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Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 40 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 10 35
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 158 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 04
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Certificate Courses:- Professional Efficiency Programme was organized for students to enhance their communication skills and ability to face interviews and participate in group discussions with confidence. A Certificate Course in banking has been organised . The programme is designed with an objective to prepare the students for specific job roles in the banking industry. To motivate the students, National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has implemented the star scheme which rewards the student (refund of fees) for successfully completing the skill based training programme. We have initiated from this year a certificate course – Diploma in Accounting. The objective of the course is to provide basic knowledge about accounting and tax planning for non commerce students.
Seminars & Guest Lectures: We have organised guest lectures on „Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility‟. The lectures were conducted by Dr. Priya M. Vaidya. Jointly with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, we have conducted a guidance lecture on investment for our students. An orientation programme was organised by the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI), London to brief about the course. One day workshop was organised to enhance soft skills among students. A Financial literacy programme was organised in association with the IDFC Foundation. One Idiot Movie screening was made which was based on the principles of Mr. Warren Buffett, an American business magnate.
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Training was provided on preparation of Prospectus and Offer Documents for issue of shares and debentures of a Company and presentation of an Annual Report of a Listed Company. A lecture was organised for the students on procedure involved in making Tax Laws and the administration of the Law. Stock Market Research Project of listed companies has been done by the students of Second Year. Under this project students have done analysis of stock (shares) of the company. Students have also done research work about the processes involved in sugar industry and the cost structure of this industry. A project work given to the second year students for preparation of the Partnership Deed to make them aware about the clauses covered under the Deed. Students S.Y.B.A.F. have participated in to the visit of Bomabay Stock Exchange (BSE). A guest lecture was organised for T.Y.B.A.F. students to give them exposure regarding financial products available in the market.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Chalk – Board (conventional) Method Power Point Presentation Projects, Group Discussion, etc ICT facility
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
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35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: i) Highly qualified and experienced teachers ii) Student centric approach enriches the department
Weakness: i) Infrastructure facilities are not up to the mark ii) Students from poor academic background
Opportunities: i) Scope for PG course in Accounting & Finance ii) Scope for short term courses to enhance their skills
Challenge: i)To get rank at University ii) Make them employable and place them for a job
Goals: 1. To start one more division 2. to Start M.Com. in Accounting& Finance 3. To inculcate research based approach.
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Management Studies (Self Financing):
1. Name of the department : Bachelor of Management Studies (B.M.S)
2. Year of Establishment : 2008
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Management Studies; Undergraduate; Six Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts :
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years of Experience
Ms. Vaishali Masters in Course In-charge Human Resource 09 yrs. Raut Management & Lecturer Management Studies
Ms. Supriya LLM, MCA, Lecturer Law 03 yrs. Yadav PGDBM, B.Ed.
11. List of senior visiting faculty : Ms. Vanita Raney – MBA( Marketing) Mr. Anand Deshpandey - MBA, LLB. Mr. Ketan Vira – M.Com, MBA, M.Phil. Mr. Kamaldeep Singh - BE, PGDBM Mr. Vinod Nayak – Mcom, MBA, Mr. Parvesh Iyer - MBA Ms. Shubhashni Iyer - MBA(HR) Mr. Bhide – M.Sc. (Stats), MBA Ms. Geeta Shashidharanan – MBA( Marketing) Mr. Kailash Chitnis - MBA(Marketing) Ms. S. Sudha - M.A.(Economics) ; M.Phil. Ms. Kaleeswari S. - M.Com. Mr. Shivom Tiwari - M.Sc.(Mathematics) Harpreet Saini - MCA Mahesh Savale - M.A.(Journalism) Rinkesh Chheda - MBA (HR) Yashesh Ranpura - MBA (Finance) Pranita Waghmare - MBA (Finance) Yash Kapoor - MBA (Marketing) Lalita Ramesh - MBA (Marketing)
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 16:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.Phil - 06 Ph. D - 02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
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23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students :
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department:
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.BBI 115 57 25 32 30
S.Y.BBI 48 48 18 20 30
T.Y.BBI 45 45 13 32 35
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad B.B.I 90 10 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 PG to M.Phil. NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph. D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 40 •Campus selection •Other than campus recruitment 05
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment/Married 10 35
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 158 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 04
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : An orientation programme was organised for the F.Y. students in the third week of June. The students were introduced to the course, the detail syllabus, faculties who would be teaching them different subjects. Principal Madam addressed the students. A guest lecture was organised on 6th August 2013, by Prof. Rinkesh Chheda for the TYBMS students on “Project guidance and viva voce”, for their University project of 200 marks. A guest lecture was organised in September by Prof. Poonam Mirwani on “Important aspects in logistics and supply chain management” for TYBMS students. An intercollegiate festival „Zeal‟ was organized in association with BBI, BMM and BAF departments in January 2014, where students from various colleges in Mumbai participated actively. A five days Industrial tour to Jaipur was organized in association with BBI, BMM, BAF and BSC(IT) departments in February 2014, where students visited “Bhagwan Mahaveer
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Viklangsahayatasamiti” and saw the entire process of making of the imputed foots and hands for the handicaps. An exhibition on „Indian Management - Thoughts and Practises‟, was organised in March, where students displayed various models of shlokas and its meaning and importance to today‟s corporate world.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Chalk – Board (conventional) Method Power Point Presentation Projects, Group Discussion, etc ICT facility
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: i) Highly qualified and experienced teachers ii) Student centric approach enriches the department
Weakness: i)Infrastructure facilities are not up to the mark ii) Students from poor academic background
Opportunities: i)Scope for PG course in Accounting & Finance ii) Scope for short term courses to enhance their skills
Challenge: i)To get rank at University ii) Make them employable and place them for a job
Goals: 1.To start one more division 2. To inculcate research based approach.
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Foundation Course:
1. Name of the department : Foundation Course
2. Year of Establishment : 1989
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : UG ; 04 Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Taught in all aided programmes at FY and SY levels
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
9. Number of Teaching posts : Nil in 2014-15. Workload is shared by faculty from various departments.
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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) :
Name Qualifi- Designation Specilization No. of Years cation of Teaching Experience
Madhuri Kulkarni Ph. D. Assistant Professor Geography 22
Rajinder Kaur LLM Assistant Professor Law 18
Manisha Patil Ph. D. Assistant Professor English 03
Dr Priya Vaidya (Assistant professor in the department) resigned in October 2013.
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIl
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 16:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : M.Phil - 06 Ph. D - 02
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
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18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University : NIL
19. Publications :
Dr. Priya Vaidya : 07 Papers, 01 Book
Dr. Madhuri Kulkarni : 05-Papers 02-Text Books
Dr. Manisha Patil : 01 Papers
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students :
Dr. Priya Vaidya Participated as speaker on “Global Vision & Higher Values” at National Seminar organized by Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 25th& 26th August 2011. Panelist on panel Discussion on “Enhancing Life Relevant Competencies in the curriculum through Peace Education‟ organized by NSS College of Education for Two Day State Level Seminar on 25th& 26th February, 2011. Chairperson of a session at Afro- Asian International Conference organized by Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai, Kalina, 20th October – 23th October, 2010 Invited as guest at International Educational Research Conference “A Study of value perceptions, Academic Performance and Socio- Economic Status of Higher Secondary
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School Students” at University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, UK on 13th& 14th September, 2010. Invited as Examiner for revaluation of Foundation Course at S K Somaiya College, Vidyavihar, 28th June, 2010. Invited as speaker on “Purushartha Model in Indian Tradition” at One Day Workshop on “Indian Philosophy and Chanakya‟s Management ideas” organized at Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 27th March, 2010. Invited as Expert at Two Day National Seminar on “Technology, Resource Management and Value System” organized by Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai, Kalina on 22nd& 23rd March, 2010. Participated as Examiner of IMC RBNQA Process organized by Indian Merchants‟ Chambers Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality Award Trust on 14th, 21st ,4th& 10th November 2009. Nominated by College Management for 4 Day Training Programme on “Certified Examiner for Quality Management organized by Indian Merchants‟ Chambers Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality Award Trust, 5th – 8th August, 2009.
24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department:
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Foundation Course is taught at First and second year levels in all Arts , Science and Commerce programmes.
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e F.Y.BA 67 66 20 46 66
S.Y.BA 43 45 13 32 78
FYBSc 96 92 64 28 50
SYBSc 50 50 28 22 80
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FYBCom 683 351 143 208 67
SYBCom 259 259 110 149 88
27. Diversity of Students
%of students % of students from %of students Name of the from the same other States from abroad Course state
B.A, B.Sc, B.Com 90 10 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression :
This subject , though compulsory at FY and SY classes is not a core subject in any programme .
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 358 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 04
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : An orientation programme was organised for the F.Y. students in the third week of June. The students were introduced to the course, the detail syllabus, faculties who would be teaching them different subjects. Principal Madam addressed the students. A guest lecture was organised on 6th August 2013, by Prof. Rinkesh Chheda for the TYBMS students on “Project guidance and viva voce”, for their University project of 200 marks.
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A guest lecture was organised in September by Prof. Poonam Mirwani on “Important aspects in logistics and supply chain management” for TYBMS students. An intercollegiate festival „Zeal‟ was organized in association with BBI, BMM and BAF departments in January 2014, where students from various colleges in Mumbai participated actively. A five days Industrial tour to Jaipur was organized in association with BBI, BMM, BAF and BSC(IT) departments in February 2014, where students visited “Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklangsahayatasamiti” and saw the entire process of making of the imputed foots and hands for the handicaps. An exhibition on „Indian Management - Thoughts and Practises‟, was organised in March, where students displayed various models of shlokas and its meaning and importance to today‟s corporate world.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Chalk – Board (conventional) Method Power Point Presentation Projects, Group Discussion, etc ICT facility
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: i) Highly qualified and experienced teachers ii) Student centric approach enriches the department
Weakness: i) Poor Language and Expression Skills
Opportunities: i) Value Based Education can be Imparted
Challenge: i) To generate interest in the subject
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M.Com. (Accountancy) – Self Financing Course
1. Name of the department : M.Com. (Accountancy)
2. Year of Establishment : 2011
3. Names of Programmes /Courses offered : Post Graduate, 04 Semesters
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments /units involved : NIL
5. Annual/semester/choice based credit System (Programme wise) : Credit based semester System
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other Universityersities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/Programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : NIL
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9. Number of Teaching posts : Core faculty from the aided course and visiting faculty are engaged in teaching this course
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph. D./M.Phil. etc.) : Course co-ordinator – Dr. Ramachandran Nadar (refer to dept of commerce)
M.Com I
Sr. Courses Teaching Faculty No. 1 Strategic Mr. Ramraj T. Nadar, M.Com, Management MBA, M.Phil, B.Ed., (M.Com- I) 2 Economics of Global Mr. Ketan Vira, M.Com, MA(Eco), Trade & Finance (M.Com- I) 3 Advanced Financial Mr. Ashok Gujar, M.Com; F.C.A. Accounting (M.Com- I) 4 Advanced Cost Dr. R. N. Nadar, M.Com, MBA, Accounting M.Phil, Ph. D. (M.Com- I)
M. Com II
5 Research Methodology Mr. Ketan Vira, M.Com, MA(Eco), (M.Com- II) 6 Advanced Financial Mr. Harikrishnan P. Nadar, Management M.Com, B.Ed, (M.Com- II) 7 Advanced Auditing Mr. Ramesh Ajmera, B.Com, FCA, (M.Com- II) 8 Direct & Indirect Tax Mr. Ramesh Ajmera, B.Com, FCA, (M.Com- II)
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 100%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio(Programme wise) : 16:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff sanctioned and filled : N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./Ph. D./M.Phil./PG. : Refer to Q. 10
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a)National b)International funding agencies and grants received : NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants : NIL
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized bythe University : NIL
19. Publications : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in (a) National committees (b)International Committees (c) Editorial Boards : NIL
22. Student projects : i) Percentage of students who have done in-houseprojects including inter/departmental/Programme : 100%(internal projectsunder Credit based semester system). ii) Percentage of students placed for Projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
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24 List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : NIL
25. Seminars/Conferences/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National b)International : NIL
26. Student profile Programme/course wise:
Name of the Course/ Applications Enrolled Programme received Selected Pass *M *F percentag e M.Com 126 126 60 66 80
7. Diversity of Students
%of % of students %of Name of the students from other States students Course from the from same state abroad M. Com 100 00 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : NIL
29. Student progression
Employed : 85% ; Self employed/married : 15%
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - 358 Books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Centralised facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility - Yes d) Laboratories - Yes
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31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, University, government or other agencies : 00
32. Details on student enrichment Programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts : Expert lecture by Mr. Saurabh Bimalendu Pramanick, B.E., MBA; ISTQB, Certified Tester on the topic “Use of EXCEL in making Research Projects”. NET/SLET guidance lecture by Prof. Sangam Koli, Department of Commerce, Guru Nanak College, Mumbai. Expert guidance lecture by Prof. Ketan Vira, Associate Professor, GNVS Institute of Management, Mumbai on the topic “Presentation Skills and Research”. Exam oriented guidance lectures every year delivered by teachers in Board of Studies/ renowned in the subjects. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Chalk – Board (conventional) Method Power Point Presentation Projects, Group Discussion, etc ICT facility
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities : College ISR
35. SWOC analysis is of the department and Future plans
Strength: i) Highly qualified and experienced teachers ii) Student centric approach enriches the department
Weakness: i) Poor academic background
Opportunities: i) Placements can be strengthened
Challenge: i)To improve results
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Presentation of Best Practices
Best Practice – I Education For All
Goal
To support students belonging to financially deprived sections of society by providing access to higher education leading to transformation and ensuring inclusiveness.
Context
GN College is situated in the heart of Mumbai, close to the Dharavi and Antop Hill areas which are predominantly slums and low cost housing localities. Majority of our students hail from the lowest strata of society with deficiencies in resources and means. They are first generation learners comprising minority groups and female students. This category will also be part of the demographic dividend that the nation hopes to actualize in the next decade. This will only be possible if all such students are given an opportunity to complete higher education so as to allow them to become productive human resources. Access to higher education is a dream for such students and thus making higher education affordable for them over and above the government subsidies, is required to ensure that these students fulfill their dreams. The diverse nature of students seeking admission poses a challenge to the institution in terms of financial, infrastructural and manpower availability. The college has risen to this challenge and is striving to ensure that goals are met.
The Practice
The goals of this practice are addressed at various levels:
ADMISSIONS: The college facilitates Government freeships and scholarships right from publicizing their availability to providing administrative support to the students from the non-creamy layer. Besides these, the college extends special fee concessions and easy installment facilities in payment of fees to the students. Parents of a majority of students are employed as laborers, vendors and run very small enterprises or businesses. The college, through this practice has afforded them the satisfaction of educating their wards. An earn-and-learn policy provides students the opportunity to fund their education while working in the college. Students seeking freeships, are absorbed in the office and library on a part-time basis. It has been observed that many of the girl students are married off during their college tenure and lose focus on education due to parental pressure .These girls also tend to drop out of college.
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There have been many such instances where faculty members have spoken to parents and brought the girls back into the education system. Talks on health and hygiene by gynecologists, skin and hair care by dermatologists are arranged. The GNVS girl scholarship offers freeship to deserving girl students. The Management funds this scholarship and a number of girls have availed of this facility.
FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE: The safe environment in the college attracts girls from conservative communities (especially Muslims) to the college. The proximity of the college to the GTB Nagar railway station and bus routes, combined with girl-friendly infrastructure encourages parents to send their daughters/wards to the college. CCTV cameras, adequate female support staff, active WDC and discipline committee provide a secure learning atmosphere. Ramps, wheelchair and special washrooms are available for physically challenged students. Library facilities for the visually challenged are present. Book bank facility has benefitted a large number of students .The library is also kept open on Sundays for use by students and alumni. These students cannot afford personal computers .The College has a wi-fi enabled campus with a large number of computers in the library and departments for use by students. Space for self – study is made available through the reading room and large corridors and hangout areas for students. These are kept open well beyond college hours as students have no space in their tiny, congested slum dwellings.
TRAINING: Skill development courses focusing on the enhancement of employability skills of these students viz. English language, personality development, research methodology, are conducted along with the regular Programmes. ICT skills are imparted. The college has tied up with the NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) to Further provide skills training to boost employability of the students. Certificate Courses in financial marketing, retail management, and tally have ensured this. The college goes a step further by providing free coaching in sports, dance and music on the campus. Nutritious diet is given daily to the sports trainees A huge playground is made available to the students to engage in sports activities and space and equipment are provided for music and performing arts. This has also led to girl students shedding their inhibitions to take up martial arts like taekwondo and boxing. The college has produced a female „Boxing Champion‟. The active participation of these students in various clubs and associations like the NSS, WDC, cultural programmes and sports events has seen a transformation in the students. A belief in their own abilities empowers them to approach job markets confidently when they pass out of college.
Evidence of Success
A majority of students are beneficiaries of this programme. This has led to a large number of girls seek admission to the college. Dropout rate has fallen considerably in the last few years. Student quality has improved and this is reflected in the job profile of students who pass out. The attendance of students has improved and students' morale is high. Staff members too feel gratified when they observe the change in students' attitudes.
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Problems encountered
The problems faced by the administration: Shortage of funds to finance the practice. Changing patriarchal mindsets especially in situations related to gender bias. Difficulty in identifying genuine beneficiaries and sustaining the programme.
Best Practice – II
Title: Chalo English Sikhayein…! (Service beyond self-NSS)
Goal To train college students in conversational English skills and to extend this training to students from under privileged sections of society through the schools.
Context Guru Nanak College is located in the Sion-Koliwada area surrounded by Dharavi, Antop Hill and Indira Nagar slums, catering to the higher educational needs of students from the socially and economically backward strata of society. Most of the students of this strata lack Basic English conversational skills and hence are low in confidence. This adversely affects their employability and self esteem. They do not have access to any coaching in this domain. Such students undergo this skill-based training and improve their communication abilities. They give back to society by going to schools in this area and imparting training to young school children.
The Practice This is the age of globalization and communication. Good English speaking skills are a prerequisite for students not just to attain academic success but to succeed in the job markets as well. The students in the Guru Nanak College hail from a vernacular background. Hence, concept understanding and expression in English are a challenge for these students. It was realized that unless language skills are imparted, the students will remain at a disadvantage. What began as a basic English speaking course has now blossomed into a „Chalo English Sikhayein‟ pogrammeme with college staff, students, school students of the community and an NGO (Dharma Bharti Mission) as its partners.
The NGO assists college staff under the banner of NSS in training the college students by providing study material, tools and expert guest teachers too. A commitment is taken from the students to train children of other schools (mainly municipal schools and goverrnment schools in the area). A number of students have undergone training from social workers of DBM in the college itself. Some students from this group are then chosen to meet school children and to impart similar training to primary school children. The schools that are associated with the college through this practice are Shri GauriDatta Mittal Vidyalay, Priyadarshani Vidyamandir secondary school and our own Guru Nanak High Scholl (Hindi Medium). The student trainers visit the schools once a week for three hours and impart holistic education to school children through interesting games,
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Evidence of Success This programme has been very well received by students and the schools. College students who are trainers experiencea boosting of confidence and a sense of satisfaction. . School students look forward to these sessions every week and their parents encourage them to enroll for this programme. The school administrations' approach the college and the NSS unit in advance to plan Programmes for the next year. The DBM members have appreciated the efforts of the college in conducting this programme and have agreed to associate with the college every year by conducting free English speaking classes. This “Train the Trainer” model of social service programme has trained more than 100 students so far and the number is increasing every year.
Problems encountered and resources required In the initial stages of the programme, creating awareness about the need for training in spoken English had to be emphasized. The NSS students were hesitant about taking responsibility as trainers and this was gently sorted out through an orientation programme conducted by – DBM. Once the programme took off, co-ordinating the timetable with the space requirement was a constraint. The administration in the partner schools also evinced reluctance initially since school timing had to be co-ordinated with college hours. Financial constraints in supplying study material and provide teaching aids had to be tackled. The Management provided all support to the college and NSS unit in carrying out this best practice. It is further proposed to create a mobile language lab and library to reach out to a larger number of students in other Government and BMC schools in the city. However, financial constraints remain.
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Post Accreditation Initiatives
The esteemed members of the Peer Team visiting the College in the 1st cycle of Accreditation in 2004, made valuable suggestions and recommendations.
These were as follows 1) Market friendly courses could be introduced 2) More subjects should be available at T.Y. levels 3) Industry – institution linkage should be built 4) Expansion of ICT in Teaching-Learning process should be ensured 5) A centre for training for competitive exams must be started 6) English speaking course and an English lab should be setup 7) Remedial coaching must be regularised 8) Strengthen quality assurance cell 9) Feedback of staff to be utilised fruitfully 10) Teachers to be motivated for research and given facility for FIP 11) Setup a hostel for boys and girls 12) Start NCC unit in the college
The college has zealously worked towards fulfilling most of these recommendations. To strengthen our commitment towards fostering global competencies in our students, new-age courses like BMM, BAF, BBI, BMS, B.Sc.(I.T.) have been introduced over the last seven years. More electives have been introduced eg. Mathematics at the T.Y. level in the Science programme and Travel and Tourism at the SYBA level . A postgraduate course in Accountancy is also available to enable student progression in the commerce stream. ICT use in the academic and administrative activities has multiplied. Computers, projectors are installed in most of the classrooms. Computer labs have been setup and a large number of computers with internet connection are available to students in the library too. The introduction of the Credit Based Semester System by the affiliating University has made the Teaching-Learning processes more student centric. Infrastructural augmentation has ensured access to a large number of students. Industry institution linkage has been established for placements, social work and community service.
The UGC has supported the college through grants. Remedial coaching now benefits a large number of weaker students. A centre for training for competitive exams (AIM) has also been set up. Understanding that English speaking is a sore point for most of the students, an English speaking course has been started. An English language lab has helped students. The „Chalo English Sikhayien‟ programme has been extended to the community. Besides these, an array of certificate and skill development courses in tally, financial markets, retail management and Advertising has enhanced employment quotient of the students.
The internal quality assurance cell is the „core‟ advisory committee which has consistently been involved in planning and monitoring the various mechanisms. Teachers participate in this programme. The Annual Quality Assurance reports are uploaded annually on the website and
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Guru Nanak College Of Arts, Science and Commerce also sent to NAAC, Bengaluru. Enhancement of Research Activity in the college has been a goal in recent years. 05 students have availed of the FIP of the UGC to pursue research leading to a Ph. D. and the number of research publications has seen a marked rise as compared to that in the first cycle.
Teachers have undertaken Research Projects and have presented their work at the National and International conferences/seminars. Conferences and seminars have been organised in the college too. Students‟ research is being promoted. The student support mechanism has been strengthened through cultural, sports and co-curricular activities. This promotes talent among the students. The NSS unit has multiplied its activities while the Dept. of Lifelong Learning and Extension has opened another window for community and extension activities. This has led to a greater involvement of students in social service. NCC units in the Mumbai region cater to our student cadets.
The suggestions of the Peer Team have oriented the college in its growing years. The college hopes to march towards excellence in the near future.
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ABBREVIATIONS
GNVS : Guru Nanak Vidyak Society GNC : Guru Nanak College B.A. : Bachelor of Arts B.Sc. : Bachelor of Science B.Com. : Bachelor of Commerce B.A.F. : Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) B.B.I. : Bachelor of Commerce (Banking & Insurance) B.M.M. : Bachelor of Mass Media M.Com. : Masters in Commerce U.G. : Undergraduate P.G. : Post Graduate M.Phil : Masters of Philosophy PhD : Doctor of Philosophy NSDC : National Skill Development Corporation NSS : National Service Scheme DLLE : Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension EVS : Environmental Science CISI : Chartered Institute of Securities & Investments ICT : Information & Communication Technology IT : Information Technology WDC : Women‟s Development Cell ADC : Academic Development Committee RPC : Research Promotion Committee IQAC : Internal Quality Assurance Cell WRIC : Western Regional Instrumentation Centre BNHS : Bombay Natural History Society MACJ : Masters Of Arts in Communication and Journalism NCC : National Cadet Corps
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Annexures
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Annexure I: Affiliation Of College
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Annexure II: Minority Certificate
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Annexure III : UGC 2f12B Cretificate
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Annexure IV: ISO Certificate
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AnnexureV: Approval of Courses
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Annexure VI: List of Orientation/Refresher Courses
List of Refresher/Orientation Courses
Sr. Name of the Faculty Nature of the Name of the Period No. Course Host University/ College 1. Ms. Madhuri Refresher Course University of 5.3.2012 to 24.3.2012 Kulkarni in Geography Shimla 2. Dr. Raj Dhar Refresher Course University of 27.1.2010 to 16.2.2010 Mumbai 3. Ms. Rajinder Kaur Refresher Course Universityof 15.11.2010 to 4.12.2010 in Human Rights Mumbai & & Law 05.01.2014 to 25.01.2014 4. Ms. Anuradha M. Orientation ASC, University 16.11.2009 to 15.12.2009 Namjoshi of Mumbai 5. Dr. Meetali Das Special Summer ASC, University 29.04.2013 to 18.05.2013 Gupta School of Mumbai 6. Ms. Nandita Moitra Orientation Course Universityof 29.01.2013 to 26.02.2013 Refresher Course Mumbai 17.02.2014 to 08.03.2014 7. Mr. Joshy Xavier Refresher Course ASC, Sardar Patel 19.11.2012 to 08.12.2012 in Mathematical University, Science Gujarat 8. Mr. Ramraj T. Refresher Course ASC, University, 02.11.2011 to 23.11.2011 Nadar of Mumbai
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Annexure VII : List of Major and Minor Research Projects
Nature of Duration Name of Title of Nature of Total Grant Total the Project Year Investigator the the funding grant Sanctione Received From Project agency recei d To ved till date Minor 2010- Dr.Pushpind Dielectric University Rs.20,000 Rs.20,000 Full projects 2011 er G Bhatia properties of Mumbai of hexagonal barium titanate University of Mumbai Rs.10,000 Rs.10,000 Full 2010- Mr.Prashant A case 2011 Lohani study of environme ntal monitoring with reference to types and levels of pollution in Kalu River Minor 2006- Dr Charuta S Fungal UGC Rs 80,000 Rs 80,000 Full Research 2008 Vaidya and flora of Project Dr Pramoda Yeor Hills, S Pillai Thane and phytochemi cal analysis of some wood inhabiting and fleshy fungi, used as folk medicine.
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Annexure VIII: List of Syllabus Revision in Courses
U.G. Name of the Subject Year B.A. English, Hindi, Economics, History, 2013-14 Foundation Course
B.Sc. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, 2013-14 Botany,
B.Com. Accountancy, Business 2013-14 Management
B.M.M. All papers 2013-14
B.B.I. All papers 2012-13
B.M.S. All papers 2011-12
B.Com. (Accounts & All papers 2011-12 Finance)
B.Sc.(I.T.) All papers 2011-12 P.G. M.Com. Accountancy 2012-13
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Annexure IX: Master Plan
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To Dr. Ganesh Hegde Assistant Advisor National Assessment & Accreditation Council P. O. Box. No. 1075, Opp: NLSIU Nagabhavi, Bangalore – 5600072
Subject: Intimation regarding uploading of SSR/RAR on website
Dear Sir, We hereby intimate that SSR (for the second cycle of accreditation) is uploaded on website as per following details. Sr. Particulars No 1 Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Name of the Institution: Commerce 2 Head of Institute Principal Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar 3 Contact Mobile No.: +91 9930658855 4 Co-ordinator Dr. Pushpinder G Bhatia 5 Contact Mobile No.: +91 9594611112 6 Track Id of NAAC: MHCOGN11973 7 Web site: www.gurunanakcollegeasc.in 8 a. Date of Uploading SSR/RAR : (SSR accepted, after one month of 25th July, 2014 uploading only) b. Probable date of submission of 25th August, 2014 SSR/RAR : 9 12 B UGC status and XII Plan Development grant copy submitted to Yes NAAC: 10 www.gurunanakcollegeasc.in/ Web-link showing SSR ?quality.assurance.report/ssr_for_naac 11 Probable date of NAAC Peer Team Visit:(After 60 days of SSR Between 27th and 29th November 2014 Submission and before 180 days) 12 Nearest Airport for the Peer team Mumbai Airport members to arrive:
With regards
(Principal) Dr. Vijay Dabholkar
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