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BHARAT EDUCATION SOCIETYS SANT GADGE MAHARAJ COLLEGE OF COMMERCE & ECONOMICS

(Affiliated to University of Mumbai) Khetwadi 12th Lane, Girgaum, Mumbai 400 004.

RE-ACCREDITATION REPORT
(FOR NAAC SUBMISSION)

REACCREDITATION REPORT

INDEX
Particulars NAAC Steering Committee Preface Principals Message Executive Summary PART-I: INSTITUTIONAL DATA A. Profile of the Institution Criteria-wise analytical report Criterion I: Curricular Aspects Criterion II: Teaching-Learning and Evaluation Criterion III: Research, Consultancy and Extension Criterion IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources Criterion V: Student Support and Progression Criterion VI: Governance, Leadership and Management Criterion VII: Innovations and Best Practices In puts from the Departments Department of Commerce Department of Accountancy Department of Economics Department of Mathematics and Statistics Department of Environmental Studies Department of English and Business Communication Department of Management Studies Post-Accreditation Initiatives Declaration by the Head of the Institution Annexure I: Approval of Courses of Affiliating University Annexure I (A) University Affiliation Letter B.M.S. Course Permission Letter From Government Annexure I (B) Of Maharashtra & University Of Mumbai M.Com Course Permission Letter From Annexure I (C) Government Of Maharashtra & University Of Mumbai Annexure I (D) 100% Grant Certificate From Joint Director's Office Annexure II: UGC 2(f) and 12B Certificate Annexure II (A) Recognition Of College Under Section 2(f) & 12B Annexure II (B) Permanent Affiliation Page 1 2 8 10

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Particulars Annexure III: List of subjects syllabus revision Extension of Affiliation of Advertising Subject in Annexure III (A) S.Y.B.Com Extension of Affiliation of S.Y.B.COM Computer Annexure III (B) Programming Extension of Affiliation of T.Y.B.COM Computer Annexure III (C) from 2007-08 Annexure IV: List of Minor and Major Research List of Teachers who have attended Refresher Annexure IV (A) Courses & Orientation Programmes in the last five years Annexure V: Master Plan of the Institution

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NAAC Steering Committee:


1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Prin. Dr. K.Y. Shinde Prof. N. M. Potekar Prof. R. R. Shah Prof. C. Karunanidhi Prof. Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Dr. Deepak M. Salve Dr. R. O. Patil Prof. V. Nandure Dr. Mrs. Manjari Tiwari Chairperson Coordinator Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

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PREFACE
The peer team visited our college from 12th April to 14th April 2004. The team highly appreciated our efforts towards the development of the students. The college conducts remedial and revisionary lectures. Parents are also called on certain occasions to discuss the performance of their wards. Teachers prepare teaching plan for the semester and complete syllabus as per the schedule. Examination and evaluation method is explained to the students. Recruitment of teachers is done as per University norms. Many teachers attended workshops and seminars. Senior teachers have worked as Chairmen, Moderators and Examiners at the University Examinations. One teacher is on University Cultural Committee. College also conducts Seminars and Workshops for the students. Every year, we provide prospectus to the students containing full information on admission procedure, roster rules, attendance, admission related statutes, and examination related ordinances and approved fee structure. All this information is put on the College website. Admissions are given to all students as per rules on merit basis. We have also set up Right to Information Cell in accordance with Right to Information Act, 2005 in our College. As a part of the students welfare, financial aid is given to needy students. Peer team highly appreciated the activities of Students Council and NSS. There is good attendance of students in the classes. Teachers extend every possible help to the students towards the preparation of examinations. Question papers of previous examinations are solved in the respective subjects. NSS Activities include participation in Anti-Dowry Movement, Anti-Tobacco Movement, Blood Donation Camp, Free Medical Check-Up and Treatment Camp, Cleanliness Campaign, AIDS Awareness, Save Girl Child and Anti-Addiction Campaign. We try to translate the values of NSS through Social Campaigns preparing a card relating to Blood Group, Thalesamia. Students participate in many extracurricular activities like essay writing, elocution, debate, street plays, singing, poster making, dance, drama, rangoli etc. We try to bring out the best in our students in all the endevours. Students are disciplined, cultured and well- behaved. The College provides them with Library facilities, Internet facilities, Canteen, Gymkhana facilities and books are also given to the needy students through book bank scheme. Students are insured under group insurance scheme. Peer team made certain suggestions. We have complied with the suggestions made by the peer team. The compliance report is given below: 1. Quality Improvement of Faculty: The faculty members are fully qualified. Two teachers are awarded Ph.D Degree. One teacher is pursuing Ph.D. Two teachers have completed Minor Research Projects and currently two teachers are working on their Minor Research Projects. Majority of teachers have attended various

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Workshops, Seminars and Conferences organised by the University of Mumbai and other Universities. 2. Recognition under Section 2(f) and 12B of the UGC and permanent affiliation to University: We have got Permanent Affiliation on 31st January 2012 and thereafter applied for recognition under Section 2(f) and 12B to UGC and got recognition under Section 2(f) and 12B of UGC Act 1956 on 23rd November 2012. 3. Improvement of sports facilities and appointment of qualified person to look after physical education: For indoor games, we have gymkhana in the college premises. For outdoor games, we hire University and BMC Play Grounds. We also hire the services of Sports Coaches. 4. Automation of Office and Library: Our office is fully computerized and all administrative work is done with the help of computers. All the office staff members are computer literate, well trained and they have passed Government Computer Examination (MS-CIT). Our library is well equipped with 8,172 titles and has adopted latest modes of automation. Every year we add adequate number of books, periodicals and journals as per the requisition of teaching staff and demand of students. 5. Introduction of new Job Oriented Courses and more Elective Options for the Final Year students: We have started B.M.S Programme from the year 2005-06 and PostGraduate Programme M.Com from the year 2013-14. We have also introduced Computer Systems and Applications as optional paper at T.Y.B.Com, in addition to Export Marketing, Direct and Indirect Taxes and Rural Marketing. Even at S.Y.B.Com level, we have introduced Computer Programming and Advertising as optional subjects in addition to Economic Systems. 6. Use of Audio-Visual Aids and Teaching: We have facilities like LCD, OHP, etc. Teachers are using these facilities. 7. Setting up of a Language Lab: As suggested by the Peer Team, we are having Language Lab in our Library since 2009-10. 8. Making available Reprographic facilities in the College: Reprographic facilities are made available to the students and teachers. We have provided four Photocopy Machines. One is with the Library and three are with the Office.

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9. Undertaking Consultancy Services by Faculty like Chartered Accountants: Our faculty members, Chartered Accountant provides consultancy services in the field of Accounting, Finance and Taxation. However, the management does not collect any monetary benefit from his professional services. 10. Setting up of Personality Development Cell: We have set up Personality Development cum Career Guidance Cell. Under this Cell, programmes on Personality Development are organised from time to time. Various eminent speakers from diverse fields like Industry, Insurance, Banking, IT, Marketing, etc are invited for educational as well as professional enhancement of the students. 11. Provision of internet facility to faculty members and students: There is a provision of internet facility to faculty members and students. Number of computers with Configuration Area Computer Laboratories Library Office Staff Room Strong room B.M.S / N.S.S Room Total Number of PCs installed 50 05 02 04 01 01 01 64 Purpose For academic and research work For students and teachers For Library Staff Administrative work For research / academic work Examination related work Administrative work

In addition, we have made various provisions leading to enhancement of quality of education: In order to bring the students belonging to the backward classes in the main stream of education and to professionally groom them, Government of India has started Scholarship / Free-ship for them. As a part of this scheme, Department of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra State is providing Scholarship to the backward class students. For availing benefit of this scheme, our college students falling under category of OBC, VJNT, SBC and SC are provided all the assistance and guidance to fill-up the E-Scholarship form. The institute has established Backward Class Cell which guides the students about the scheme and filling of the form. Computers with free internet facility are provided to these students so that they can submit online E-Scholarship form. This E-Scholarship Scheme has been started from the academic year 2010-11. The amount of scholarship is directly deposited in the Students Personal Bank Account.
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To inculcate the saving habits among the students, the College invites the officials of Central Bank of India to advise and encourage the students to open Saving Bank Accounts with Zero Balance. The College has installed Biometric Machine since 2009-10 for teaching and non-teaching staff to bring in punctuality and regularity in their dayto-day attendance and work. The College has introduced SMS System on mobile phone wherein the students are informed about activities like examination dates, results, programmes, form submission dates, Scholarships, etc. We have collected the mobile phone numbers of the students at the time of Admission in college. Recently, the Bharat Education Society has got a plot of land C.S. 1108 admeasuring 954 sq ms adjoining to our college premises from the State Government for the expansion of educational activities. There is a marked improvement in T.Y.B.Com results, in the year 2011-12 and 2012-13. T.Y.B.Com Result in 2011-12 was 70.49% with 66 students in First Class. The result in the year 2012-13 was 72% with 98 students scoring First Class. The institute is proud to state that some of the students who passed with First Class were admitted to this programme with a very low percentage i.e. 35% and even repeaters at HSC Level. The College has provided a separate Examination Room with computer and high speed copier. The institution has increased infrastructural facilities i.e. provision of additional classrooms, increase in number of benches, computers, CCTVs, Air Conditioners, etc and all the parameters aiding imparting of education. The institution provided well equipped Air conditioned Conference Hall on 7th floor of the college building. Our College teachers Dr. R. O. Patil (Environmental Studies) was awarded Gold Medal for his research work organised by Bose Institute, Tamil Nadu. Dr. Deepak M. Salve has won 1st Prize in Thesis Presentation Competition organised by University of Pune, Department of Commerce and Research. The B.M.S Section organises various programmes and also participates in programmes organised by other colleges. They have won several prizes in various activities conducted by the colleges. In 2011-12, B.M.S Section

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organised Genesis an inter-collegiate competition on essay writing, treasure hunt, poster making, collage making, quiz competition, etc. It was very successful, hence we organised Genesis-2 thereafter which also went off successfully. We have Women Development Cell. Under this Cell, we organise basically four types of activities: o Providing legal knowledge to girl students about their rights and duties. Every year we invite legal experts to speak on the laws related to women. o Health related issues: We organise lectures of medical professionals on sex education. o Safety of girl students: We organise programmes with the help of Police Authority of D.B. Marg Police Station for legal awareness and discipline about cyber crimes. o Counselling girl students regarding their problems such as avoiding nervousness, suicidal tendency and building self confidence. This year we have sent three male students to attend a workshop on Gender Equality organised by the NGO Men Against Violence and Abuse (MAVA). The workshop was for male students educating them about awareness relating to gender equality. The College has a Grievance Redressal Cell. It has instilled friendly and cordial environment amongst students as a result there has been no grievance in any form. The College Placement Cell has contributed its mite in getting employment for our students. The college also invites corporate to conduct Campus Interviews. To inculcate among students basic social values, every year we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj Anniversary Week. During this week, we conduct programmes on various social issues and organise Free Medical Check-Up and Treatment Camp to help students and community at large. Our Students Council is active. The college extends every possible help to our students for their overall personality development. We are privileged to inform that in 2012-13 our student Tushar Warang won the title of Mr. University of the University of Mumbai. He was crowned as Mr. University among the students of 250 colleges and he underwent 10 different screening tests for the same. This was the Golden Moment for the institution. Another student Prathamesh Salunkhe has won the National Award for Instrumental Music (Flute). He has won Zonal, University, State and National Level Competitions. Mukund Ambekar has won 3rd prize in photography competition organised by University of Mumbai. Anshuman Upadhyay of F.Y.B.Com was selected to participate in Republic Day (RD) Parade at New Delhi on 26th January 2013 as NCC Cadet.
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Every year we organise Industrial Visit for B.Com and B.M.S students to get practical knowledge and to have a first hand experience of the industrial environment. Our students get exposed to the mechanics of industries in the public and private sector. We feel that the youth of nation can play an important role in promoting National Integration. For this purpose, every year we conduct various programmes on communal harmony, poster exhibitions, essay writing and giving examination on Gandhian Studies in association with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal and Gandhi Smarak Nidhi (Mani Bhavan), a well known institution promoting communal harmony and Gandhian values. We have been associated with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal and Gandhi Smarak Nidhi for the last 25 years. Our Alumni is also active. Many members of the Alumni help us in conducting various activities in college and during the rural and urban camps. The Bharat Education Society is committed and dedicated in the services of catering to the requirements of education. Our Director Mr. V. D. Birajdar had been the Principal of this institution for thirty years. His experience has been a guiding force for all of us to improve upon the standards of teaching and learning. Our young and dynamic Joint Director Dr. Rahul S. Shah (M.D., MBA) is the pillar of strength and inspiration motivating everyone towards making the institute stronger and stronger day-by-day. Our Management, Principal, Teachers, Non-Teaching Staff and Students put tireless efforts in achieving the goals of our institution. Being located in a cosmopolitan city, space is a constraint. Playground is not in the campus but we hire and make playgrounds available to students as and when required. We also hire services of coaches for various sports practice and playing friendly matches before our students participate in inter-collegiate competitions of cricket and football organised by the University. We have fulfilled all the suggestions of the NAAC peer group on their visit in 2004-05. Suggestions of NAAC Peer group are useful to us for the improvement of Educational standards. On behalf of the institution, I extend the invitation to NAAC Committee to pay a visit to Bharat Education Societys Sant Gadge Maharaj College for reaccreditation at the earliest convenience. Dr. K. Y. Shinde Principal The Bharat Education Societys Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai.

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PRINCIPALS MESSAGE
We are committed to imparting quality education along with value-based programmes leading to strong character building. We emphasize on involving students and teachers in social, cultural and educational programmes in order to contribute their mite towards national integration, communal harmony and international brotherhood. In todays globalised era, one cannot survive without adopting a change. Change has become vital and the field of education is not exception to this. NAAC has played a crucial role in improving the standard of teaching and learning in the institution by making suggestions. The mission of the Bharat Education Society is to fulfill the higher educational needs of students belonging to the under-privileged strata of the society. Our teaching and non-teaching staff is sincere and always ready to accept suggestions and adapt to changing environment. Teachers are encouraged to go for innovative practices to make learning more studentcentric. N.S.S and Students Council of the college concentrate on conducting various socio-cultural events, programmes and inspire students and harness to their hidden talents. The college also offers courses like BMS and M.Com. All these students get assistance in the placement process. Efforts are being put to rekindle the flame of entrepreneurial spirit in the minds of the students. All attempts are made to make them capable of facing challenges of modern business world. The office and library have been modernized. As most of our students come from vernacular medium, English language lab has been set up to improve their English speaking skills which are in fact the need of the hour considering the growing importance of corporate sector. There is a marked improvement in T.Y.B.Com results, in the year 2011-12 and 2012-13. T.Y.B.Com Result in 2011-12 was 70.49% with 66 students in First Class. The result in the year 2012-13 was 72% with 98 students scoring First Class. The institute is proud to state that some of the students who passed with First Class in T.Y.B.Com were admitted to this programme with a very low percentage i.e. 35% and even repeaters at HSC Level.

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I sincerely wish a bright and prosperous future for the students taking education in this institution. I am confident that my students will outshine and glitter wherever they go hereafter either for higher education or employment.

Dr. K. Y. Shinde Principal The Bharat Education Societys Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
NAAC peer team visited our college in April 2004. They highly appreciated our efforts towards development of students. The Bharat Education society was established by Late Shri Bhausaheb Palkandwar to provide education to under-privileged students. The Bharat Education Society can boast of receiving motivation from Saints and Seers like Late Shri Sant Gadge Maharaj, Late Shri Sant Tukdojee Maharaj, his holiness Shri Shankaracharya of Kanchi Peeth. The legacy of Bharat Education Society is continued by able leadership of Chairperson Dr. S. S. Mavalankar, General Secretary Dr. Satish T. Shah, Trustee Dr. Shrimati Kumud S. Shah the illustrious daughter of an equally illustrious educationist Late Shri Bhausaheb Palkandwar, founder of Bharat Education Society, President Shri. Narendra R. Kanbar Managing Director of R. R. Paints Pvt. Ltd. and a noted Industrialist, the Vice President Dr. Ramesh S. Chaughule an eminent Scientist, Director Ex-Principal of S.G.M College Shri V. D. Birajdar, Joint Director Dr. Rahul S. Shah and other members of the Governing Body. Our college is named after Shri Sant Gadge Maharaj, a wandering saint of Maharashtra who himself was illiterate but insisted on education for all. Gadge Maharaj was a social reformer and strongly believed in social values like literacy, cleanliness, anti-addiction and anti-superstitions. Government of India published postal stamp in his name. The State Government has given the name of Sant Gadge Maharaj to Amravati University and now it is renamed as Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University. After the demise of Sant Gadge Maharaj in 1956, Bharat Education Society and the Institutions conducted by Bharat Education Society celebrate the third week of December as Sant Gadge Maharaj Anniversary Week. This tradition has been continued after the inception of the College. During this week, we organise various lectures and programmes for the students and community at large. Our aim is to inculcate among students, the values taught by Shri Sant Gadge Maharaj. The important programme in this week is cleanliness campaign. We conduct cleanliness drive in Khetwadi area in which Students, Teachers, Principal, Management and Staff Members participate. We try to convey the message of Cleanliness by Slogans, Placards, etc. A Rally is also conducted in Khetwadi area. Every year, this Rally is led by some prominent persons of the society. During last 57 years, many personalities like Municipal Commissioners, Mayors, Deputy Mayors, Corporators and other social workers graced this occasion. Another important programme is Slogans / Posters and Rangoli Exhibitions on various Social Issues. The College can boast of its Poster Exhibition of Sant Gadge Maharaj Week at the Senate Meeting in Convocation Hall of University of Mumbai. Senate Members encompassing government representatives, university authorities, Vice Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor, Registrar and Members of Management Council not only admired but were

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highly impressed of the institution and its work to befit the teachings of Sant Gadge Maharaj. This programme is highly appreciated by society and media people give publicity to this event in their respective media. The College conducts Blood Donation Camp and Thalessamia Check-Up Camp in collaboration with the NGO Think Foundation and Nair Hospital, Mumbai-Central. College also organises Eye Check-Up Camp and distribution of spectacles free of cost every year in association with the Nair Hospital, Mumbai-Central. The most important value taught and professed by Sant Gadge Maharaj was of Anti-Addiction. In order to carry on that legacy, we conduct programmes like Poster Making, Slogan writing, Essay writing, Street Plays, etc. every year on Anti-Tobacco and Anti-Alcohol to create awareness among the students and community. We have also organized Anti-Superstition Campaigns, where students in particular and community at large are made aware with the help of demonstrations and lectures by various NGOs and Andha Shraddha Nirmoolan Samiti and Krupa Foundation. Similarly, we have also organized several lectures on anti-alcoholism where experts have imparted their personal experiences of alcohol abuse, and have also motivated the audience with the true stories- peoples battle against alcohol and drug abuse. Apart from this, during Gadge Maharaj Week, we organise lectures on Social issues like Environmental Protection, Anti-Dowry, Female Foeticide and Empowerment of Women. We also organise lectures on Economic Issues, current Issues and also on national Integration. Peer team appreciated our N.S.S activities, Students Council activities, alumni, students attendance, students behavior, etc. The committee also suggested for further improvement of Education standard of the college. All of us worked very hard to fulfill all the requirements. We tried to make improvements in every aspect like infrastructure, curricular aspects, new courses and new optional subjects, research and sports, cultural and extension activities. Our aim is to create good citizens and the overall development of students. Following this goal, the institution with its academic sessions, extension activities and extra co-curricular activities, helps the students in acquisition of knowledge, values community orientation, good citizenship and life skills as well as train them for a successful careers and future prospects. Constant efforts are made for community and social development and for helping economically and socially backward students.

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Curricular activities: In curriculum aspects, we observe university rules and adopt them in totality, we prepare semester wise plan for completion of syllabus and examination for regular and repeater students we follow masking system for the conduct of full proof examination. We have also introduced new optional subjects at S.Y.B.Com and T.Y.B.Com level. In case of teaching, learning and evaluation, we provide the best possible environment to the students. At the beginning of each term, the teaching plan is drawn up by every teacher and is strictly followed. There is a remarkable improvement in infrastructural facilities; new classrooms are made available. There is improvement in library resources also. We provide facilities for research activities. We have 4 teachers, including Principal having Ph.D Degree. Our Principal is also a recognized research guide. Many teachers participate in seminars / workshops and conferences. Some teachers of our college have published their research articles in several magazines/journals of national and international repute. Our teachers participated in seminars and workshops. A list of teachers who participated in seminars and workshops in the year 2012-13 are given below: Sr. No. 1 Name of the Teachers Dr. K. Y. Shinde Details of seminars and workshop attended. He is actively associated with research and has completed a Major Research Project funded by UGC. He is a recognized Ph.D guide of University of Mumbai and presently guiding 9 research scholars. He has presented a number of articles in national and international conferences and seminars. Some of his articles have been published in research journals and periodicals. Seminars: 1) Attended Seminar on Financial Statements on 2nd December 2012 at Borivali (Central) CPE Study. 2) On 15th December 2012, attended Seminar on Recent Landmark Judgment under Income Tax Act at Borivali. 3) On 27th January 2013, Seminar on FCRA Provisions for charitable trusts formation and taxation of charitable trusts organised by Borivali, CPE Study Circle of WIRC. 4) On 9th February 2013, Seminar on transactions taxation of shares and securities including derivative transactions organised by Borivali, CPE Study Circle of WIRC.

Prof. R. R. Shah

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5) 17th February 2013, Power point features of Microsoft Word organised by Borivali, CPE Study Circle of WIRC. 6) 20th April 2013, a Lecture on Assessment of Hawala transactions under Direct Tax at western India Regional Council. 3 Dr. Rajashekhar O. Patil Seminars: 1) Participation UGC Sponsered State Level Seminar on Water Management. R.K.T. College, Ulhasnagar on 8th September 2012.

National Conferences: 1) Rajashekhar O. Patil Kuvempu University National Conference on Biotechnology and Society NCBS 2012. 19th April and20th April, 2012 Poster. 2) Kirti College, Mumbai 18th 20th January 2013 National Conference Participation Sustainable Urban Environment with Special Reference to Rural Urban Changes. 3) International Geography Conference 19th 21st January 2013 presented paper Impact of Coal Mining on Environment A few concerns of Resources Development, Paliwala College Pali by Dr. Rajashekhar O. Patil and Dr. A. M. Mulimani 4) International Symposium on Higher Education in South Asia Crisis and Challenges December 11th and 12th 2012. Participation. Mumbai University Mumbai Participation. 5) National Conference on 50 years of ODL in Dual Mode Universities of India 23rd 24th November 2012 Participated.

Workshops: 1) Revised Syllabus Workshop in Foundation Course II University of Mumbai and N.S.S. College on 4th August 2012 Participated. 4 Dr. D. M. Salve Seminars: 1) International Seminar on Emerging Trends in Entrepreneurship at MES College in Goa on 28th and 29th September 2012. Paper presented by Dr. D. M. Salve Intrapreneurship : Success through Initiative and Innovation for within

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National Conferences: 1) National Conference at Allana Institute of Management Studies and Research Centre, Mumbai on the theme Corporate Governance. Paper presented by Dr. D. M. Salve on Unethical Practices in Education System, 19th October 2012. 2) National Conference at Allana Institute of Management Studies and Research Centre, Mumbai on the theme Business Risk Management. Paper presented by Dr. D. M. Salve on Attrition of Manpower A big challenge, 06th March 2013.

In case of student support and progression, we provide them prospectus every year containing all information. For overall development of personality of students, we conduct various activities through our N.S.S Unit and students council. List of the activities of N.S.S Unit for the year 2012-13 are as follows: o The College N.S.S Unit is active. In the year 2012-13, we have conducted leprosy elimination action programme survey, save energy project, environmental project, aids awareness project (Red Ribbon Club in association with Mumbai District Society), etc. like every year, this year also we have conducted examination on Gandhian Studies in association with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal and sold Tricolour Flags prepared by mentally retarded children. This year, we have taken one innovative programme i.e. preparation of notebooks by using blank pages of old notebooks these handmade notebooks were distributed to poor students of Adivasi Ashram School at Kotwalwadi and Adivasi pada at Kombalwadi and Anandwadi near Mamdapur, Neral (Thane District). o In the year 2012-13, we have conducted 7 days rural camp at Sanskar Shibir Kendra Kotwalwadi in Thane District from 10th January 2013 to 16th January 2013. The main theme was conservation of water. Our students of N.S.S Unit constructed a Mini-Dam near Neral Railway Station. In Neral, there was a Kattcha Road between water tank and main road. Workers found it difficult to use the road; our students repaired the road, removed all stones and cleared the road. Our work was highly appreciated by the Sarpanch and other people. It was published in local news paper also. o Apart from Shramdaan, we also organised rally to create awareness about cleanliness, environmental issues and social issues like antiaddiction, literacy, child labour, female foeticide and women empowerment. Our students prepared posters, placards on above issues and also presented street plays at various places in Neral. Mr. Bhadsavale, trustee of the institution highly appreciated our work and invited our students to visit Saguna Baug, an agro-tourism project,

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developed by him. He studied in USA and used modern technology and developed agro-tourism in Neral. List of the activities of Students Council for the year 2012-13 is as follows: o Throughout the year, Students Council conducted various programmes like poster competition, dance, drama, rangoli, debate, elocution, etc. Our students also participated in inter-colligate competitions organised by other colleges. o Our college first time hosted University Youth Festival. More than 25 Colleges and their students representatives participated in this festival. o Akash Shah of T.Y.B.Com was elected as Assistant General Secretary of Students Council of the University of Mumbai. o Our students participated and presented research papers at IFEEL Lonavala. 12 students attended this conference. The students also attended International Conference organised by Ministry of Sweden and Mumbai University. o The student Abhishek Rajak participated in inter-colligates competition at Sydenham College and won third prize in War of DJ. o Devyank Patel won first prize in solo dancing competition at Ruia Girls College and 2nd prize in group dance competition. o A state level competition in Instrumental Music was organised by Maharashtra Times a well known Marathi Newspaper. Our student Prathamesh Salunke won the first prize. o Devyank Patel got First Prize for solo dance and also 1st prize for group dance organised by Airtel Telecom. Devyank Patel got 2nd prize for solo dance in competition organised by SIES College. Devyank Patel also won first prize for solo dance organised by Maharashtra College.

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Activities during Sant Gadge Maharaj Week (2012-13): Every year we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj week to popularize the views of Shri. Sant Gadge Maharaj. We organised various lectures like lecture on Lessons in Managing Personal Finances by Prof. Dr. Arvind Dhond Head, Department of Commerce, St. Xaviers College Mumbai. Lecture on unknown social workers by Advocate K. S. Iyer. We also conducted Thalesamia Awareness and detection and blood donation camp. Every year, we conduct blood donation drive in association with Nair Hospital. A lecture was delivered by Dr. Sanjay Kaptan Head, Department of Commerce University of Pune on Career Guidance. We also organised Cleanliness Drive in Khetwadi area and also organised Posters Exhibition and Rangoli competition. We also organised lecture on importance of Research in todays competitive world by Dr. Rajesh Devasia ERP Manager, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. and Lecture on How one should behave in Todays world by Dr. Pednekar Vice Principal, Kirti College Mumbai. Industrial Visit: Industrial visit for B.Com and B.M.S students was conducted on 11th September 2012 and 23rd February 2013 at Gowardhan Cheese Factory and NilKamal Plastic and Bombay Rayon respectively. Women Development Cell: We are having women development cell right from the beginning that is from 2004-05. It was reorganized as per the guidelines of university of Mumbai. Every year we conduct various programmes for the awareness and empowerment of girl students. In the year 2012-13, women development cell was reconstituted and included student members also as directed by university of Mumbai. The cell is constituted to prevent and address cases of sexual harassment at workplace and take measures to empower girl students. There are no cases of sexual harassment in our college. In the year 2012-13, Maharashtra government suggested colleges to undertake programme called Jagar Jaanivancha. The government has taken up this issue very seriously as the year 2012 has witnessed turmoil on issues related to women. Several instances of attrocities on women were reported. There are number of laws related to women. We have created awareness among students about in the National newspapers regarding these issues. We also took up this issue and conducted various programmes. First we called a meeting of boys and girls students and obtain suggestions from them. We conducted a lecture on gender equality by Shri. Makwana Jagdish. We conducted various competitions for students like poster making on female foeticide, essay writing and debate on women and mass

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media. We also organised programmes on the safety of girl students by Inspector of Police Mrs. Bagwan of D.B. Marg Police Station. She delivered a speech on the above subject. She also gave her mobile number to girl students to contact her anytime if necessary. We felt that we have to create awareness among boys also. Hence we started working with NGO MAVA (Men Against Violence and Abuse). Mr. Harish guided students and we decided to take up full-fledged programme along with N.S.S Unit from the year 2013-14. Activities of Nature Club for the year 2012-13: Nature Club was inaugurated in the month of July 2012 by well- known Journalist Mr. Ganghadar Patil from DNA. The Nature Club Activities of the year has been started on a happy note. The Nature Club members visited Maharashtra Nature Park Society Dharavi on Saturday, 4th August. The whole team was led by Dr. R. O. Patil and Prof. Carolyn Fernandes, students leader were Akash Shah and Tushar Warang. A lecture was organised on Causes of Environmental Degradation by Dr. Hyder, H.O.D Geography, Burhani College in the month of January 2013. The Nature Club members visited Mumbra Devi Hill in Mumbra. 30 students had taken keen interest in the climbing of the hill. Apart from this, Natural trails, the Nature Club have done some environmental related activities throughout the year. Activities of Alumni for the year 2012-13: Our alumnus is active. Members of alumni help us in conducting various activities. Our past students are working in various different fields. Some of the names of our alumni are given below: Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Name Vishnu Sharma Satyabrat Pandey Nilesh Patil Nilesh Bhosale Apoorva Yadav Srinivas Ajanta Abdul Hafiz Telwala Designation Working as a Territory Manager Medical Representative Equity Advisor Medical Representative SSE Management Trainee Officer Relationship Manager Self Employed Company Name Cipla Cipla Unicon Investment Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Sanofi Aventis Zydus Cadila Healthcare Ltd. Yes Bank Running a successful cloth business
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8. 9. 10. 11.

Vishal Salvi Mithul Badkar Daisy Amichandwala Namdev Pawar

Self Employed Graphic Designer Specialist, Valuation Review Team Leader

Computer Sales & Repair Imperial Graphics Alti Source Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Future Group

Apart from this, for the organisation and management, administrative, financial and academic and monitoring students activities of the college, there are committees like Local Managing Committee, Examination Committee, Unfair Means Enquiry Committee, Attendance Committee, Discipline Committee, Gymkhana, Magazine Committee, etc. Our students are disciplined and well behaved. Discipline is strictly maintained. Students participate in all curricular and extracurricular activities. One of our students Tushar Warang was awarded a title of Mr. University for the year 2012-13. He is currently in S.Y.B.M.S and he is our student right from F.Y.J.C. His participation in various activities in the year 2012-13 is listed below: o He has attended Leadership Training Programme of N.S.S at Badlapur from 16th August 2012 to 20th August 2012. o He attended a workshop on HIV/AIDS Awareness organised by Mumbai Districts Aids Control Society (MDACS) on 1st & 2nd of November 2012. He attended an International Conference on Innovation & Entrepreneurship organised by Institute for Future Education Entrepreneurship & Leadership at Lonavala on 24th November 2012. He also had participated in Essay Writing Competition organised by BMS.co.in on 30th November 2012. He also attended Residential District Level Workshop based on the theme Resilient Youths which was in collaboration with NNS Cell, University of Mumbai on 4th & 5th of February 2013. He has also attended a Workshop on Disaster Preparedness which was organised by N.S.S Cell, University of Mumbai in collaboration with Disaster Management Unit of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai at KETs V.G. Vaze College on 15th & 16th February 2013. He was selected as Mr. University for the Academic year 2012-13. He also won the best camper. In the Rural Camp of 7 days for the year 2012-13.

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SWOC Analysis: o Strengths: Providing education to under-privileged. Improved library and infrastructural facility. Cooperative management. Highly qualified and well experienced Principal. Highly qualified, experienced and dedicated teaching staff. Efficient non-teaching staff. Disciplined students. Active N.S.S Unit, Students Council, Nature Club, Women Development Cell, Placement and Career Guidance Cell. The confidentiality of the examination process as well as results is strictly monitored as per rules. o Weakness: Non-availability of non-salary grants from the Government of Maharashtra. Being in the heart of the city, playgrounds are not available. Single Faculty College. Therefore lateral development is difficult. Opportunity: Diversification of education by starting new self-financing courses and Add-on courses. To start Research Centre to encourage research activities. Challenges: Time constraint to complete syllabus and to conduct examinations. A sizable number of students come from vernacular medium and therefore oral and written communication in English Language becomes a problem.

Sant Gadge Maharaj College undertakes all the activities necessary for Commerce and Management Education and all round development of the students. The under-privileged can take maximum advantage at our college by pursuing knowledge and encouragement in developing their talent and skills. We, all Teachers, Students, Principal and Management work hard towards the Development of the institution. We all share a healthy relationship. The role of the educational institution is crucial in all round development of personality of the students. Besides harnessing talents, teachers also help in inculcating values and prepare them withstand challenges and face them successfully.

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Part I: INSTITUTIONAL DATA A. Profile of the Institution


1. Name: Name and address of the college: The Bharat Education Societys Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics Address: 12th Lane, Khetwadi, Girgaum. City: Mumbai Pin: 400 004 State: Maharashtra Website: www.sgmcollege.in 2.

For communication: Telephone Designation Name with STD Mobile Fax Email code Dr. K. Y. O: 022 9920489576 022 shinde_keshavrao Shinde 23824204 23824202 @yahoo.co.in Principal R: O: Vice R: Principal Prof. N. M. O: 022 9892972304 022 potekarnarayan@ Steering Potekar 23824204 23824202 gmail.com Committee R: Coordinator 3. Status of the Institution: Affiliated College Constituent College Any other (Specify) Type of Institution: a. By Gender i. For Men ii. For Women iii. Co-education b. By shift i. Regular ii. Day iii. Evening 5.

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Is it a recognized minority institution? Yes No If yes, specify the minority status (Religious / linguistic / any other) and provide documentary evidence. -

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Source of funding: Government Grant-in-aid Self-financing Any other

7. a. Date of establishment of the college: 16th June 1972 (dd/mm/yyyy) 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: Date, Month & Year Under Section Remarks (If any) (dd/mm/yyyy) rd i. 2 (f) 23 November 2012 ii. 12 B 23rd November 2012 (Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 B of the UGC Act) d. Details of recognition / approval by statutory / regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI, etc.) Recognition / Under Approval details Day, Month Section / Institution / and Year Validity Remarks clause Department / (dd-mm-yyyy) Programme i. Not applicable ii. Not applicable iii. Not applicable iv. Not applicable 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/yyyy)

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b. For its performance by any other governmental agency? Yes No If yes, Name of the agency .. and Date of recognition: .. (dd/mm/yyyy) 10. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts: Location * Urban Campus area in sq.mts 1768.67 sq. m Built up area in sq.mts 1631.7 sq. m (* Urban, Semi urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify) 11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or 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: For the purpose of conducting mega event like College Day, we hire air conditioned auditorium. Sports facilities: o Play ground: Being centrally located, for the purpose of conducting sports activities and for the regular practice, for events like Cricket, Football etc. we hire play grounds owned by BMC and University of Mumbai. o Swimming pool: Nil o Gymnasium: Nil Hostel: For those students, who are coming from other state like Gujarat, Rajasthan, UP, etc. we assist them in getting hostel facilities in nearby localities. o Boys hostel Number of hostels: Nil Number of inmates: Nil Facilities (mention available facilities): Nil

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o Girls hostel Number of hostels: Nil Number of inmates: Nil Facilities (mention available facilities): Nil o Working womens hostel Number of inmates: Nil Facilities (mention available facilities): Nil Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available cadre wise): Teachers and non-teaching staff are having their own residence. They are given House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per the Government Rules. Cafeteria: Yes Health centre: Yes. care facility,

First aid, Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency Ambulance on call; Health centre staff Part-time Qualified doctor Full time Qualified Nurse Full time Part-time

Facilities like banking, post office, book shops: The College being located in the heart of Mumbai City, all facilities such as banking, post office, book shops, railway station, bus-taxi stand, hospital, police station are in the close vicinity of the college. Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff: Degree College girls students get Free Railway Passes and Degree College Boys students are issued Railway Concessions. Transport facilities are made easily available round the clock by Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BEST). Animal house: Nil
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Biological Waste Disposal: Nil Generator or other facility for management / regulation of electricity and voltage: The College is located in Mumbai city. We are having 24 hours Electric Power supply in our college. Solid Waste Management: Solid Waste Management facility is made available to college by Brihan Municipal Corporation of city. We provide regular guidance and information to the non-teaching staff about how to dispose the waste. They are also encouraged to separate garbage in the form of wet and dry garbage. In South Mumbai, BMC provides facility for collecting dry and wet garbage separately. Water harvesting: Lectures and seminars are organised to create awareness among the students about water harvesting.

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Details of programmes offered by the college (The data for the academic year 2012-13) Sanctioned/ Medium No. of approved of students Student Instruction admitted strength 840 840 English 180 80 35

Name of the Sr. Programme Programme Duration level No. / Course

Entry Qualification

UnderB.Com 3 years HSC Passed Graduate B.M.S 3 years HSC Passed Post * M.Com 2 years Graduate English 60 Graduate Integrated Programmes PG Ph D M. Phil Certificate Courses UG Diploma PG Diploma Any Other (specify and provide details) * University of Mumbai and State Government has given permission to start M.Com (Accountancy) in the academic year 2013-14. Accordingly, students have been admitted. We have also applied to the University of Mumbai for Research Centre in the college.

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Does the college offer self-financed Programme? Yes No If yes, how many? One , i.e. B.M.S.

14.

New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any? Yes No Number 02 List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities like Library, 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 Science Arts Commerce B.Com * M.Com ** Any other not B.M.S covered above * PG Programme (M.Com) is started from the academic year 2013-14. ** Application made on 28th August 2013 to the University of Mumbai for starting Research Centre.

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Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, B.Sc, M.A, M.Com) a. Annual system b. Semester system c. Trimester system Number of Programmes with a. Choice Based Credit System b. Inter / Multidisciplinary System c. Trimester System

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Does the college offer UG and / or PG programmes in Teacher Education? Yes No If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s).. (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: Date: (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity: -

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c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Teacher Education Programme separately? Yes No 19. Does the college offer UGC or PG programme in Physical Education? Yes No If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s).. (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: Date: - (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity: c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Physical Education Programme separately? Yes No Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the institution Teaching faculty NonTechnical teaching Associate Assistant staff Positions Professor staff Professor Professor *M **F *M **F *M **F *M **F *M **F Sanctioned by the University / 01 03 01 04 01 10 05 State Government Recruited Yet to recruit Sanctioned by the Management / society or 04$ 02$ 01 other authorized bodies Recruited Yet to recruit * - Male ** - Female $ - Our Management appoints retired, experienced staff of our college to fulfill the Non-Teaching Post. (All the Government Sanctioned vacant post of Teaching and NonTeaching staff are filled-up in 2013) 20.

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Qualification of the teaching staff (2012-13): Professor Male Nil 01 Nil Nil Nil Associate Professor Female Male Female Permanent teachers Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Assistant Professor Male Female Nil Nil

Highest qualification D.Sc. / D.Litt Ph.D M.Phil PG C.A.

Total

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Nil Nil 02 01* 04 Nil 01 Nil Nil 01 03 Nil 01 Nil 04 01 Nil Nil Nil 01 Temporary teachers Ph.D M.Phil PG Part-time teachers Ph.D M.Phil PG * Assistant Professor with Ph.D Degree has been appointed on 19th June 2013 in the subject of Business Communication. 22. 23. Number of visiting faculty / engaged with the college. 11

Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)

Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total

Year 2009-10 M F 60 28 35 17 06 07 466 82 567 134

Year 2010-11 M F 66 40 52 09 05 04 480 144 603 197

Year 2011-12 M F 55 34 01 60 24 04 01 418 229 538 288

Year 2012-13 M F 56 35 84 29 19 12 458 147 617 223

Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total Year 2009-10 M F 04 02 01 04 02 01 01 66 13 76 18 Year 2010-11 M F 06 05 01 07 02 01 57 10 71 18 Year 2011-12 M F 07 03 01 07 04 01 67 17 85 22 Year 2012-13 M F 05 01 09 01 01 52 11 67 13

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Details on students enrollment in the college during the current academic year: UG 835 05 80 920 PG M. Phil Ph.D Total 835 05 80 920

Type of students Students from the same state where the college is located Students from other states in India NRI students Foreign students BMS Total 25.

Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches) UG 4% PG Unit Cost of Education (Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled) a) Including the salary component Rs. 22,846 b) Excluding the salary component Rs. 5,757 Does the college offer any programme/s in distance education mode (DEP)? Yes No If yes, a) Is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University Yes No b) Name of the University which has granted such registration.
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c) Number of programmes offered

d) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council Yes No

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Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme / course offered No. of Teaching Teacher-student Course No. of Students Post ratio B.Com 10 840 1:84 (Aided Section) Self Financing 09* 80 1:9 Courses (BMS) * Visiting faculty 29. Is the college applying for Accreditation: Cycle 1

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Cycle 2

Cycle 3

Cycle 4

Re-Assessment: (Cycle 1 refers to first accreditation and Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 refers to re-assessment) 30. Date of accreditation8 (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment only) Cycle 1: 03/05/2004 Accreditation Outcome / Result C++ Cycle 2: .. (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome / Result ... Cycle 3: .. (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome / Result ... * Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate(s) and peer team report(s) as an annexure. Number of working days during the last academic year 231 32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 190 Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) IQAC 24/06/2006 Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NACC AQAR (i) 16/04/2009 AQAR (ii) 15/04/2010 AQAR (iii) 11/04/2011 AQAR (iv) 30/07/2013 Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory / descriptive information)

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B. CRITERIA WISE ANALYTICAL REPORT CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS


1.1 1.1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders. Vision: To equip students with moral values and nation building fervor to withstand challenges in life and to face realities with confidence and courage as ideal human beings setting the path for national integration, harmony and brotherhood. As per our vision, we provide quality education to the average and below average students. The Bharat Education Society under whose flagship the college runs was started in 1972 by Late Shri. Bhausaheb D. Palkandwar, a noted freedom fighter and an esteemed educationist. The main objective of starting this society was to extend education to the under-privileged lot of the society. The institution endeavours to cultivate creative and productive talents of students, faculty and staff to develop responsible global citizens. Quality education is our be all and end all objective. With this background and objective in mind the institution tries to inculcate the following values: Nurturing values for enhancing knowledge, wisdom, skill, orientation and human values. To enable the youth to scale higher peaks of excellence and to achieve higher standards of achievements. To cultivate creative and productive talents of students, faculty and staff. To seek ways to contribute constructively in the nation building. Strive to enhance the quality of life and the overall development of students as well as teaching and non-teaching staff. The institution strictly follows the instructions of University of Mumbai and the Department of Higher Education, Govt. of Maharashtra and also the guidelines of UGC from time to time for improving the standard of higher education. Even the suggestions of NAAC Peer Team are very useful in enhancing the quality of higher education. We give admissions to those students who pass H.S.C. examination. We sincerely work to provide education to poor students. Apart from regular lectures, we arrange extra lectures for average and below average students. Question banks are prepared by the Departments and cyclostyled notes are circulated free of cost. We also conduct study

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camp to prepare our students for the University Examination every year. General Knowledge Tests are conducted for the students to enable them to prepare for the competitive examinations like MPSC, UPSC and Banking examinations etc. Mission: To fulfill the aspirations of higher education of students belonging to the under-privileged strata of the society. To devote ourselves to the commitment of imparting quality education to the needy and neglected. To provide them with innovative and updated techniques of teaching and learning. To encourage and inspire teachers and students to work sincerely to attain excellence. To empower students to participate in social, cultural and economic spheres to participate and contribute positively to the upliftment of the society. Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics is making continuous efforts to impart quality education to our students in order to equip them with necessary skills for the impending challenges of the future. With its regular academic programme of B.Com the institution has started new job oriented course B.M.S. (Bachelor of Management Studies) keeping the following objectives in mind: Provide platform for excellence in academic growth. Impart value based education in the context of global scenario, enabling students to become global citizens. To impart quality and valuable service in the field of education. To attain community and social development. To ensure and inculcate perfect discipline amongst the students. To aim at overall personality development of the students. To enable students to face the challenges of the competitive world. To inculcate moral values amongst the students. To help the students in discovering their hidden talents. To instill awareness about social and ecological issues among students and help them in being socially conscious citizens. 1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s). When the Bharat Education Society started College in 1972, it was one of the very few colleges which exclusively imparted education in Commerce and Business Management. The College met the needs of a growing economy which required young talents with degrees in commerce and management with a specific focus on their overall development as future professionals. The college has well qualified teachers. They individually and collectively implement innovative methods/techniques of teaching

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their respective subjects to make teaching and learning more interesting and meaningful. This is done by conducting various programs and activities like: Remedial lectures are organised especially for the academically weaker students. Here they are tutored in smaller batches and personal attention is provided. Special lectures are arranged for the T.Y.B.Com students to prepare them for the final year university examinations. Experts from various subjects teaching in different colleges are invited to give lectures and guidance so that the students can avail of their expertise and be better prepared for their exams. Guest lecturers in various areas of interest such as academics, social awareness as well as practical implementations of knowledge are organised on a regular basis. Seminars are organised from time to time for teachers as well as students and speakers are invited from the industry. A seminar on faculty development was organised in our college on 17th and 18th September 2010. Many speakers like Principal Dr. Farooqui, Dr. Sanjay Kaptan address to our students on many occasions. The NSS unit of the college has been engaged in number of activities like cleanliness campaign, aids awareness, free plantation, rural camps, etc. The Nature Club of the college has been regularly conducting treks and Nature Trails for the students to bring them in closer contacts with Nature and in the process learn to appreciate the beauty and complexity of Nature. The Training and Placement cell of the college also regularly finds scope for campus recruitments and is constantly working towards the employment of the students. The Women Development Cell has been providing guidance and counseling to the girl students and the staff. The cell conducts awareness programs, lectures by legal experts, safety programmes in association with D. B. Marg Police Station and health related issues.

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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 college ensures that the academic programs are in line with the institutions goals and objectives. To achieve the stated goals and objectives, the following steps are taken: Our Principal has been constantly consulting, suggesting and helping the peer groups who are elected members of Boards of Studies in different disciplines directly involved in the formation of syllabi. Our college has a very vibrant unit of National Service Scheme (NSS) which ensures the direct involvement of our students in community and social service. The N.S.S. unit actively participates in various projects on ecology and environment to spread awareness of environmental issues. Our admission procedure ensures the admission to the institution of a reasonable number of socially, economically and physically under-privileged students. The college also provides financial aid to economically backward but bright and promising students through Students Aid Fund.

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. The courses offered at all levels of under-graduation and postgraduation are intrinsically employment oriented. The change in the syllabi of different subjects from time to time ensures that students are kept well informed of the rapidly changing socio-economic environment around the globe. The college offers a course in the subject of Computer Applications at the T.Y.B.Com class. The college is also running a degree course, namely, B.M.S in its self-finance section which exclusively offers specialized course in Management Studies. How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalization of the curriculum? Some staff members are working in the committees formed by university to restructure the syllabus. Principal Dr. K. Y. Shinde is the member of the Board of Studies, Faculty of Commerce and of Business Management in the University of Mumbai. All our senior teachers are working as paper setters, moderators and examiners in the university in their respective subjects. Our Principal, a dynamic leader and academician is a part of the various committees of the university. Prof. A. D. Kulkarni from the economics department of the college is

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the chairperson of Rural Marketing. Prof. Kiran Jani was the chairperson for the English Literature at T.Y.B.Com level. 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 Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc. The college ensures that the academic programmes are in tune with the institutions high standards of value system and goals. To achieve the goals and objectives, the following steps are taken: Our teachers have been constantly consulting, suggesting and helping their peer groups who are elected members of Boards of Studies in different disciplines directly involved in the formation of syllabi. Our college has a very active unit of National Service Scheme (NSS) which motivates involvement of our students in community and social services. The NSS unit actively works on various schemes on ecology and environment to spread the message of environmental awareness. Our admission procedure ensures the admission of the socially, economically and physically under-privileged students. Through Students Aid Fund, we try to help the students coming from the economically and socially weaker sections of the society. 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. No How does institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation? Sufficient care is taken to ensure that the smooth implementation of curriculum is done within stipulated time frame. The teachers make sure that the entire portion is covered well in time.

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1.1.8

1.2

Academic Flexibility: The college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and has very little scope of change. As per the prescribed University pattern of Choice Based Credit and Grading System of examination the college conducts 40 marks internal examination wherein test, viva voce, presentation and project work is also given to the students. Participation of students in regular classes is also given due weightage. Semester End examinations of 60 marks is also conducted as per the University prescribed patterns.

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1.2.1

Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/ skill development courses etc., offered by the institution. The college offers programmes in B.Com and B.M.S at the undergraduate level. In future have started M.Com (Post Graduate Course) from the academic year 2013-14. Does the institution offer programs that facilitate twinning / dual degree? If yes, give details. No 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: Details of core and elective subjects offered by University of Mumbai and opted by the college are as follows:Course: Bachelor of Commerce Programs under the Faculty of Commerce (CGPA) Title of the Program: - Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)

1.2.2

1.2.3

Year I

Semester I

Course 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Title of the Course Core Courses Accountancy and Financial Management-I Commerce-I (Business Development) Business Economics-I Allied Courses Business Communication-I Environmental Studies-I Mathematical and Statistical Technique-I Interdisciplinary Courses Foundation Course-I Title of the Course Core Courses Accountancy and Financial Management-II Commerce-II (Business Development) Business Economics-II Allied Courses Business Communication-II Environmental Studies-II Mathematical and Statistical Technique-II Interdisciplinary Courses Foundation Course-II

Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 Credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 2

Year I

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Title of the Course Core Courses Accountancy and Financial ManagementIII Commerce-III (Management and Finance) Business Economics-III Allied Courses Business Law-I Applied Component Courses Any One Course Advertising / Economic System / Computer System and Applications Interdisciplinary Courses Foundation Course-III Title of the Course Core Courses I Commerce Discipline Accountancy and Financial ManagementIII Commerce-III (Management and Finance) Business Economics-III Allied Courses Business Law-I Applied Component Courses Any 1 Course Advertising / Economic System / Computer System and Applications Interdisciplinary Courses Foundation Course-III Title of the Course Core Courses Accountancy & Financial Management Paper V Cost Accounting & Auditing Paper V Management Accounting Paper V Title of the Course Core Courses Related Applied Component- Any Two Courses:1. Export Marketing 2. Direct and Indirect Taxation 3. Rural Marketing 4. Computer Systems Applications Core Courses I Commerce Discipline Commerce V (Marketing and Human Resource) Business Economics V

Credits 3 3 3 3

2 Credits 3 3 3 3

6 Year III Semester V Course 1 2 3 Year III Semester V Course

2 Credits 4 4 4 Credits

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Year III

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Course 1 2 3

5 6

Title of the Course Core Courses Accountancy & Financial Management Paper VI Cost Accounting & Auditing Paper VI Management Accounting Paper VI Related Applied Component- Any Two Courses:1. Export Marketing 2. Direct and Indirect Taxation 3. Rural Marketing 4. Computer Systems Applications Core Courses I Commerce Discipline Commerce VI (Marketing and Human Resource) Business Economics-VI

Credits 4 4 4

3 3

Semester Based Credit and Grading System and range of subject options: University of Mumbai has introduced Semester Based Credit and Grading System from the academic year 2011-12 at the First year level to be extended to higher classes in subsequent years. Accordingly in the academic year 2012 -13 the Semester Based Credit and Grading System has been implemented for the first year and second year under graduate programs. It will be implemented to third year B.Com and B.M.S in the year 2013-14. All the above seven courses are under Semester Based Credit and Grading System and the range of options is same as above.

Courses offered in modular form: All twenty courses offered by the college are in a modular form. The syllabus of each course in the Programme is divided in four modules. Credit transfer and accumulation facility As per Semester Based Credit and Grading System implemented by the University of Mumbai, each module of an academic programme has been assigned specific credit points and also has a certain scheme of learner evaluation as well as certain specific criteria defining successful completion. Credit completion or Credit acquisition is considered to take place after the learner has successfully cleared all the evaluation criteria with respect to a single course. A learner keeps on adding more and more credits as he completes successfully more and more courses. Thus he accumulates course wise credits. The process of accumulating Credits over a period of time, leads to the idea of a Credit Bank. Credit Bank in simple terms refers to stored and dynamically updated information regarding the number

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of Credits obtained by any given learner along with details regarding the course/s for which Credit has been given, the courselevel, nature, etc. Under Semester Based Credit and Grading System there is provision for learners mobility through credit transfer. Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programs and courses: Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programs and courses is possible by Credit Transfer. It implies that credits earned at one institution for one or more courses under a given program are accepted under another program either by the same institution or another institution. In practice this means that it is accepted that a certain chunk of learning has already been successfully completed by a learner. This acceptance of earlier acquired credits may be reflected in one of two ways: (i) Direct Performance Transfer, or (ii) Course exemption. Enrichment courses: Apart for academic excellence, a student has to be equipped with many more skills to be able to work efficiently in a Company/Establishment. Our College has implemented a programme on How to prepare for an Interview which teaches these skills thereby, preparing each student for the world of work. Students enroll for the Under Graduate self-financing courses in our college and are on campus for three years. During this period our college, conducts Language Development Programme. This makes the course intense, in depth and a continuous one.

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Does the institution offer self-financed programs? If yes, list them and indicate how they differ from other programs, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc. Yes, the College offers self-financing programs as under: Bachelor of Management Studies: Curriculum and qualification are designed by the University. The fee structure is decided by the University and the teachers qualifications are also given by the University of Mumbai. This programme is different from the regular main stream B.Com programme as the designed curriculum is need oriented. It is designed keeping in mind the needs of the industry in the area of management studies. The course is more practical and students are trained in specialized areas related to the subject matter. Master of Commerce (Accounting and Finance): Considering the students demand, the institute has started M.Com a Post Graduate Course from the academic year 2013-14.

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This is our sincere effort to develop employability and to inculcate entrepreneurial skills among the students with a specific focus on practical learning, cognitive methods of learning by doing, soft skills and an overall personality development. 1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programs, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If yes provide details of such program and the beneficiaries. Students are guided on the current market trends by organising lectures of eminent personalities in the field of Commerce. 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 their choice? If yes, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students? No

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1.3 1.3.1

Curriculum Enrichment Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the Universitys Curriculum to ensure that the academic programs and Institutions goals and objectives are integrated? There is no flexibility or scope for the change in curriculum as the syllabus is framed by the University, however, the faculty members constantly work towards providing additional knowledge and information to the students. To sensitize the students and develop their personality the college organizes numerous activities throughout the year. Many of these activities are totally curricular (seminars, guest lecturers etc.), co-curricular (elocutions, debates, exhibitions etc.) while some are extra-curricular (sports, dance, drama, singing etc.). Various sections working in the college like the NSS aim to developing of objectives and value system in the young minds of the future citizens who would contribute in Nation building. 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 employment market? Language learning is extremely crucial and important in todays global age. Keeping in mind its significance, we have language related software in the library equipped with the latest tools for the students who are weak in language and semantic skills. This alone is not enough; we also arrange remedial lectures in different subjects to prepare students for various competitive exams, thereby preparing our students to meet the challenges of the hard competitive world.

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1.3.3

Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum? The Women Development Cell of the college is constantly working towards gender sensitization among the girl students. Awareness of the environmental factors is crucial and the Nature Club of the college has been organizing Guest lectures and visits to Nature Parks in and around the city.

1.3.4

What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students? Moral and Ethical Values and Community orientation: NSS: The NSS contingent of the college is known for its dynamism. Every year 100 students register for NSS. Since the registration is 100, there is one male program officer. Training and Placement: To train the young minds for future challenges is the most important objective of the said cell. The aim is the promotion and availability of employment. Regarding this, the Cell conducts various lectures, workshops, etc. at regular intervals. The companies and corporate come to the college with suitable openings and we ensure that the information is communicated to the majority of students by putting it on the notice board and also through personal counseling.

1.3.5

Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum? Students: Another crucial factor is the feedback system of the students. It is done by professors, filled by the students followed by an eventual analysis and solutions of the problems if any. Alumni: The college Alumni is an active member of the Institution. Feedback is also obtained by the alumni in their meetings with the present students and teachers. Alumni hold their meetings regularly. Most of the college alumni members are in the field of accountancy and management and make certain suggestions about the curriculum and which is considered by the college and implemented to the extent it is possible. Parents: The college regularly organizes parent teacher meetings to exchange the view points on the student progress in academic as well as non academic fields. Suggestions given by the parents are

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duly taken care of. Parents have the freedom to meet any authority of the college. Academic Peer Group: Feedback is obtained from academic peer group in the seminars, workshops, and meetings either specifically organised for the purpose or on other occasions when they meet during centralized assessment programmes in the university.

1.3.6

How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programs? The feedback is analyzed at the college level and whenever necessary, our faculty with the help of teachers from other colleges bring the matter to the notice of the elected members of the boards of studies in different subjects who in turn take the required steps to initiate necessary changes.

1.4 1.4.1

Feedback System What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University? Our teachers are giving suggestions to the Board of Studies for the purpose of Syllabus modification. 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 programs? The syllabus / curriculum is framed by the Board of Studies and Elected Bodies of the University. How many new programs/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programs?) Bachelor of Commerce 1. Advertising S.Y.B.Com (optional) 2. Computer Programming S.Y.B.Com (optional) 3. Computer System and Applications T.Y.B.Com (optional) Increasing industrial needs for the academically trained manpower in the upcoming areas of Accountancy, Financial Markets and Information Technology motivated the college authorities to think about the expansion in these areas. Accordingly permission for expansion in the already existing divisions was sought from the university and these need based subjects were further strengthened by adding more seats.

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Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include. The institution has little role in the formation of the curriculum. But our students, teachers and students provide important feedbacks on curriculum to the authorities concerned. Also the college endeavours to equip and train the students to compete with the outside world. We in S.G.M. College realize that education should develop the 3D Devotion, Dedication and Discipline.

Quality Enhancement Measures: Meetings of the different departments are held to discuss ways to teach revised syllabi in sync with our Institutions goal and value system. Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, Symposia and meetings related to curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Students are counseled when they take Admission to make choice about the offered courses. The latest prescribed books / journals along with the revised curricula are purchased and made available to the teachers and students at the earliest. The Members of the Board of Studies, scholars are invited to guide and orient the professors as well as the students. Students are encouraged to visit the Library from time to time to get enriched with high-quality books and research journals. Internet facility is available to all our students free of cost which gives them free hand exposure and access to an array of information.

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CRITERION II: TEACHING, LEARNING AND EVALUATION


2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total Year 2009-10 M F 60 28 35 17 06 07 466 82 567 134 Year 2010-11 M F 66 40 52 09 05 04 480 144 603 197 Year 2011-12 M F 55 34 01 60 24 04 01 418 229 538 288 Year 2012-13 M F 56 35 84 29 19 12 458 147 617 223

Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total 2.1.1 Year 2009-10 M F 04 02 01 04 02 01 01 66 13 76 18 Year 2010-11 M F 06 05 01 07 02 01 57 10 71 18 Year 2011-12 M F 07 03 01 07 04 01 67 17 85 22 Year 2012-13 M F 05 01 09 01 01 52 11 67 13

How the college does ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process? Prospectus: Our College issues prospectus along with the forms, which contains detailed information about our institution. It provides information about the programmes offered the courses in each programme, details about examinations, fees to be paid, etc. It also informs the students about the facilities offered by the college such as library, book bank facility, computer lab, gymkhana, canteen and internet. It also gives information regarding reservations available to students in admission who come from socially and economically backward sections of the society. Institutional Website: Our institution has devised an informative website which is upgraded periodically with all the information that normally admission seekers require (our website: www.sgmcollege.in) Admission Procedure: Admission in Degree Course in Commerce & B.M.S, are mainly done in accordance with the University norms. As we have junior

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college attached to our degree college, the first preference is given to the in-house students for the admission to F.Y.B.Com / B.M.S. In some cases, preference is given to those students who have some credentials in the field of sports and other extracurricular activities at the state and national levels. The remaining vacancies are filled on the basis of academic merit. Any information as regards to admission procedures is provided by our Right to Information Cell whenever demanded. 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 programs of the Institution. As we have junior college attached to degree college, the first preference is given to in house students for the admission to F.Y.B.Com / B.M.S. There is no provision for conducting common admission / entrance test. Admissions to the programmes are as per the norms set by the University of Mumbai. Merit Lists are also put on the students notice board as per the University directions. Admissions to the unaided courses are also given as per University norms. 2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks admission at entry level for each of the programs offered by college and provide a comparison with other colleges of affiliating university within the city/district. Admissions are given to students on merit basis strictly as University rules. for the the per

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 University of Mumbai issues directions to the affiliated constitution colleges on admission procedure i.e. issuance of admission forms, putting up merit lists, acceptance of fees. The schedule is given by the University. The examinations, Internal and Semester End (40/60 marks) as per the statutes of the University of Mumbai. Results are declared as per the University statutes.

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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 Students are admitted as per the University of Mumbai and Government of Maharashtra reservations norms. Personal attention is given to the differently abled students. Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)

Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total

Year 2009-10 M F 60 28 35 17 06 07 466 82 567 134

Year 2010-11 M F 66 40 52 09 05 04 480 144 603 197

Year 2011-12 M F 55 34 01 60 24 04 01 418 229 538 288

Year 2012-13 M F 56 35 84 29 19 12 458 147 617 223

Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Categories SC ST OBC SBC General Total 2.1.6 Year 2009-10 M F 04 02 01 04 02 01 01 66 13 76 18 Year 2010-11 M F 06 05 01 07 02 01 57 10 71 18 Year 2011-12 M F 07 03 01 07 04 01 67 17 85 22 Year 2012-13 M F 05 01 09 01 01 52 11 67 13

Providing 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. Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) Year No. of students (B.Com) 2009-10 701 2010-11 800 2011-12 826 2012-13 840

The number of students has increased constantly right from the year 2009-10 to 2012-13. From the year 2009-10 till 2012-13, the total number of students admitted increased by 20%. This is due to the best practices carried out like personal attention to each and every student, remedial lectures and other co-curricular and extracurricular activities carried out.

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Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Year No. of students (BMS) 2009-10 94 2010-11 89 2011-12 107 2012-13 80

The number of students has decreased in the year 2012-13 as the University of Mumbai started other competitive self-financing courses such as financial markets and more number of students diverted to Accounting and Costing programme which is more job oriented. Institute is making all efforts to reach to the students for which wide publicity is given on local cable network and news papers.

2.2 2.2.1

Catering to Diverse Needs of Students How does the institution cater to the needs of differently abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard? Such students are identified and appropriate guided. Extra coaching is given to students with learning disabilities. For physically handicapped, lift facility is provided. 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. Though there is no provision for assessing the students knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme, we analyze their ability to learn and cope with our style of teaching, on the basis of marks scored by them in the previous examinations, and we regularly conduct tests to comprehend their progress in respective subjects. 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? At first year level, all subjects are compulsory and at second year B.Com level, five out of six subjects are compulsory and one subject is optional. We offer three papers Advertising, Computers and EcoSystem so that the students have ample choice. At third year level, five subjects are compulsory and two optional. We offer Taxation, Rural Marketing, Computer Systems and Export Marketing. Students are guided to select proper subjects. The college has a system of frequent interaction with the students by asking questions during the lectures to ensure that they are paying attention to the subject being taught.

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Every year the teachers from various departments identify the students who are weak in certain subjects or sometimes in certain topics of some subjects and make special attempts to instill confidence in relevant subjects and topics. For example, in a subject like economics, drawing of impressive and correct diagrams is absolutely necessary. Hence the faculty members give practice to the students by explaining them the methods of drawing proper diagrams. We invite some guest lecturers every year to guide T.Y.B.Com students before final examination. 2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.? We have a Women Development Cell in our college. Every year the cell organises various activities to sensitize female students. We organise various lectures related to Laws by women. Prominent lawyers because we feel that girl students must understand their rights. We also organise programmes on gender equality, sex education, and yoga, personal hygiene, save the girl child, etc. Our NSS Unit also organises many such programmes. We are also having a Nature Club which conducts visits to several places like Mumbadevi Temple in Mumbra. Our college follows the principles of Sant Shri Gadge Maharaj and cleanliness is an important concern. We also create awareness among students about noise, air pollution and solid waste management i.e. sanitation and cleanliness. Every year we conduct cleanliness drive and take brooms in hand and many guests grace the occasion. N.S.S Unit undertakes Tree Plantation Drive in adopted areas. The college Nature Club conducted two field visits. One at Dharavi-Nature Park where Nature Club students took Nature Trail. Another visit was at Mumbadevi Temple at Mumbra-Thane District where cleanliness drive was carried out and students cleaned the Temple surrounding removing plastic and other unwanted materials. The students were also enlightened on solid waste management, segregation of waste, Solid and liquid segregation at the source level. The students were also given awareness about the environmental friendly practices.

2.2.5

How does the institution identify and respond to special educational / learning needs of advanced learners? Being a Commerce College, many students are pursuing professional courses like C.S, C.A, ICWA, etc. Our accounts department helps students in getting Article ship in C.A offices. We have arranged lectures of eminent speakers like Dr. Pednekar, Vice Principal of Kirti College Mumbai, Mr. Kinage, Manager, Khetwadi Branch, Bank of Maharashtra who respectively guided our students on competitive exams like UPSC and MPSC and also Banking Examinations as well as Insurance Sector.

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2.2.6

How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the program duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.) After the examination, the academic performance of the student is analyzed and on the basis of results, for weak students remedial lectures are conducted. Considering an experience on the dropout rate, it is only at the F.Y.B.Com level that students coming from economically backward strata get attracted by calls for employment. We find that at the First Semester Examination F.Y.B.Com students remain absent due to getting an employment opportunity. This trend continues even at the Second Semester Examination. Secondly, some students claim that they cannot make 75 percent attendance in First Term and Second Term as per the ordinance 0.119 of University of Mumbai. Therefore, they are constrained to discontinue as a regular student and they would like to join distance education.

2.3 2.3.1

Teaching-Learning Process How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? In the first week of the re-opening of the college, lecture-wise teaching plan is prepared giving details of number of lectures required per topic. The teachers are also required to submit a schedule for conducting various internal tests and assignments. Regular meetings are held to monitor the progress. At the end of the term examination is conducted. Students are encouraged to study on their own, for that list of references is given to them and they are encouraged to use library facilities. The University of Mumbai has introduced a new system called as Semester Based Credit and Grading System (SBCGS). In this system, students are evaluated through internal and external examinations in each semester. The internal examination is having weight-age of 40%. Internal examination consists of one class test of 20 marks, 10 marks assignments or projects and 10 marks for active participation of students. External examination is of 2 hours duration and of 60 marks in each subject. There is continuous evaluation of students throughout the semester. The schedule of all examinations is prepared well in advance and displayed on students notice board as well as the college website.

2.3.2

How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching learning process? The college collects feedbacks from the students and these feedbacks are analyzed and the report is forwarded to IQAC.

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Learning is made student-centric with a focus on current development; students are trained for their future careers. Teachers give students the required information about various sectors like Banking, Insurance, Public and Private and the prospects of employment in these sectors. Some students attend Leadership Development Camp organised by University of Mumbai. We also conduct programmes on Leadership, Personality Development and Communication Skills. Our N.S.S Unit conducts 7 days Rural Camp every year to help students to understand problems of rural people. We also conduct programmes on social issues like anti-dowry, anti-addiction and literacy programmes. Thalessamia awareness and detection and Blood Donation Drive is a regular programme which we organise every year. Students are encouraged to make presentation, group discussion, participate in debates, seminars, industrial visit, quiz competition, etc. 2.3.3 How learning is 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? Learning is made student centric with prime focus on current developments. Students are given practical experience by conducting industrial visits, visits to banks, corporate houses, and Mumbai Stock Exchange. Students also participate in leadership training camp which helps the students to learn team spirit, cooperation which ultimately helps them to work with different types of people in future. Apart from that, our NSS Unit conducts rural camp, visit to orphanage, old age home, Ashram school, etc. Our nature club also conducts visits which help to create awareness about environmental protection. 2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creating and scientific temper among the students to transform them into lifelong learners and innovators? The college has a well equipped library which is well furnished and spacious with latest books, CDs and Journals, magazines and newspapers. We are also having reference books which are course related and also on other general topics. Students are encouraged to use these reference books for their projects and assignments. Free internet facility is also provided to students. Many teachers attend National / International Seminar, Orientation and Refresher Courses. 2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Teachers are well trained for making use of Information Communication Technology for effective teaching. We are having five LCDs, two Over Head Projector and five Laptops. Over and above, many teachers use their personal laptop for making their presentations.

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2.3.6

How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills? Teachers participate in various workshops and seminars conducted by various colleges or institutions. They also attend National and International UGC sponsored Seminars and Conferences in the University and other institutions. Students are encouraged to participate in various academic competitions, quiz and workshops organised by this college and other affiliated colleges of University. Special coaching sessions are arranged by guest faculties, guest lecturers are invited to guide our students on Career Guidance. We also invite eminent personalities on preparing for competitive exams of MPSC, UPSC and Banking. The college also arranges extra lectures, intensive coaching in the subjects like Economics, Mathematical and Statistical Technique. Industrial Visits are organised to enlighten students about the functioning of the industries.

2.3.7

Detail (process and the number of students / benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services. Students facing problems are guided by faculty members if required services of counselor can also be extended to students. 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 faulty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning? Teaching methods are a mix of lecture method and interactive method. It is a two way process. Tests: Periodical tests are conducted to review the performance of the students. Assignments: The students are required to write answers, definitions and conceptual testing questions in theory subjects and solve sums and case studies in practical subjects so that students confidence level is elevated in facing written competitive exams and facing interviews for employment in various sectors. Project and Presentation: The students are assigned individual and group projects. They are required to collect primary data and visit companies. They are also required to make presentation on submitted projects.

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Group Discussion: Topics of social importance are given for group discussion. Students highlight the positive and negative aspects of the topic given. Industrial Visit: Industrial Visits are conducted to get practical knowledge. Internet and LCD facility is provided.

2.3.9

How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process? Considering the recent changes taking place due to change in the technology, our library has been updated and upgraded with all necessary equipments to meet such changes. Students are given induction training to make them user friendly and they can access INFLIBNET NLIST through their own personal computers also. Teachers are provided with Login Id which enables them to search various journals and e-magazines. Teachers assign project work to the students and motivate them to refer to various journals, magazines, reference books available in the library. Even free internet facility is provided to all the students for the academic purpose. This helps the poor students who otherwise are unable to access to internet facilities due to their economic condition. Various seminars and lectures are organised in which experts deliver their speeches on various issues. For the purpose of faculty development, teachers are encouraged to participate in various seminars and workshops. Information about career guidance, competitive examination are regularly displayed on notice board.

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. Curriculum is completed within time frame work, in case any teacher is going on leave for attending seminars, refresher courses or orientation courses; they take extra lectures and complete their syllabus. 2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning? For evaluating teaching learning process, we have a system of regular feedback. Under this system, feedback forms are circulated to all the students. After receiving duly filled in feedback form, teachers are informed about their performance on one-to-one basis.

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2.4 2.4.1

Teacher Quality 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 Professor / Associate Principal Professor Male Female Male Female Permanent Teachers Nil 01 Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 02 01 Nil Nil 01 Nil Nil Assistant Professor Male Female Nil 02 Nil 01 Nil Nil 01 Nil Nil Nil

Highest Qualification D.Sc. / D.Litt. Ph.D M. Phil PG C.A. 2.4.2

Total

00 04 01 03 01

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? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years. The various norms and university rules are adhered to while appointing such additional faculty for new programmes. Visiting faculty from corporate sector and emerging areas are invited to teach the subjects like Banking and Insurance, Marketing, IT, Research Methodology, Logistics, etc. Sometimes experts from various fields are appointed on lecture basis which does not require any approval of university. Faculties are also encouraged to present papers in the seminars and workshops and carry out further research work in their respective interest areas without affecting the classroom teaching and compliance of syllabus. Guest speakers on emerging areas are also invited.

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. Number of faculty Nominated 2009-10 Nil Nil 2010-11 Nil Nil 2011-12 Nil Nil 2012-13 01 01

Academic Staff Development Programmes Refresher courses Orientation programmes

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Teaching learning methods: In addition to traditional methods of teaching, teachers use OHP and LCD tools. In case of practical subjects like Accounts, students are given problems. After completing one topic, objective questions are discussed where students participation is important. Students are encouraged to read national newspapers like Times of India, Economic Times, Indian Express etc. In the subjects like advertising, students are shown audio and video advertisements. Teaching is made more effective using modern audio-visual techniques. Handling New Curriculum: Whenever there is a revision in curriculum, University of Mumbai organises workshops for faculties. Faculty members are deputed to attend these workshops before university finalizes the curriculum. It is circulated among college teachers and a seminar is conducted in which views of the college teachers are considered. Our teachers actively participated in such seminars. Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni is the Chairperson for Rural Marketing and Ms. Kiran Jani was Chairperson for English Literature optional paper at T.Y.B.Com level. Content / Knowledge Management: Teachers are deputed to attend Orientation and Refresher courses. They are also encouraged to write articles, present research papers and undertake minor research projects. Selection, development and use of enrichment materials: The college has a well equipped library. Students and faculty members are provided with free internet facilities. Assessment: The University of Mumbai introduced semester based credit and grading system from academic 2011-12. Examination Committee members and principal attended workshop to understand the assessment evaluation and examination pattern. Principal Dr. K. Y. Shinde called a meeting of teachers and explained them new pattern of assessment. Audio-Visual: Students are encouraged to use audio-visual aids for presentation. Teachers assist them in making PowerPoint Presentation and accessing various academic sites. Office staff is also encouraged to attend computer courses.

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Percentage of faculty: Participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies 80 Presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies 33

Invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences organized by external professional agencies 22

What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? Study Leave: For the purpose of faculty development, management permits teachers to go on duty leave for attending various seminars, workshops, conferences and refresher and orientation courses. Training Programme: Management provides necessary support for motivating teachers to attend various training programmes to enhance their skills.

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Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance / achievement of the faculty. Principal Dr. K. Y. Shinde attended the International Conference organised by University of Mumbai in February 2012 and received the Best Research Paper award for presenting a Research Paper on Strategic Management of Sustainability in Management Education Sector in Global Scenario: Challenges and Opportunities. Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If yes, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching-learning process? Regular feedback is collected from all the learners with regards to all the courses taught. The outcome of the feedback is shared with individual teacher on one-to-one basis and remedial steps are taken under the guidance of Principal.

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2.5 2.5.1

Evaluation Process and Reforms: How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes? Prospectus: The college prospectus contains each and every detail.

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Orientation Programme: At the beginning of the year an orientation programme is held to explain examination and evaluation process. Principal and senior teacher guide the students. Communication by Teachers: All respective subject teachers also communicate the information regarding examination pattern, evaluation process, passing standards, A.T.K.T. rules, etc. Display of University Circulars on the notice board: University circulars are displayed on Students Notice Board for their information. Parent-Teacher association was started from the year 2011-12.

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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? Choice Based Credit and Grading System (CBCS): As per University of Mumbai norms, college has also adopted Choice Based Credit and Grading System (CBCS) from 2011-12. Paper Setting: Sets of papers are taken for each subject as per the pattern prescribed by University. Assessment: The system of centralized assessment is strictly followed. Assessment and Moderation is done as per University norms. Masking: To keep secrecy, masking and coding system is used. Unfair means: The college has constituted an Unfair Means Inquiring Committee as per the rules of the University. Generally the coordinator of this committee is the professor who teaches the subject of Business Law. If any student is alleged to have used any unfair means during the examination, student is called with his/her parents to give a written explanation about the alleged unfair means to the committee. The committee accordingly takes the decision as per the University rules. Medical / Additional Examination: The college conducts medical/additional examination for the absentees as per University norms. Result Declaration: The results are declared within stipulated time.

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Verification and Revaluation: As per the University norms, the facility of verification, Xerox copy of assessed answer book and revaluation is made available to students after declaration of results.

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? All the University guidelines, rules and regulations are informed to all the faculty members. Centralized system for assessment is being implemented. For giving grace marks, necessary resolutions are passed as per the University guidelines. If any student wants to go for revaluation or re-assessment, formal procedure is followed which ensures transparency in examination system. Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system. Formative evaluation: It has a weightage of 40 marks out of 100 marks per subject. 20 marks for objective test, 10 marks for project assignment and 10 marks for active participation and conduct. Students must score minimum of 16 marks out of 40 marks i.e. 40% in each subject. Summarative Assessment: It has a weightage of 60 marks out of 100 marks per subject. A written test of 60 marks of 2 hours duration at the semester end is held for each course. The question papers are set as per University Guidelines. Teachers are informed to submit 3 sets of question papers based on the syllabus for the concerned semester.

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Learners must score minimum of 24 marks out of 60 marks in each course. Students who fail to score minimum passing marks in both / either formative and summative evaluation are given the opportunity to appear for additional examination which is conducted after 20 days of declaration of result of regular semester. 2.5.5 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 students results / achievements (Programme / course wise for last years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes / courses offered. Past System: The past system was divided into 50 + 50 marks (2 written exams) for the B.Com Programme and 40 + 60 for B.M.S Programme consolidated results are displayed and mark list is given to students.

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Present System: Presently we have semester system choice based Credit and Grading system. In this system, students are evaluated through internal and external examinations. The internal examination is having weightage of 40%. It consists of one class test of 20 marks, 10 marks assignments or projects and 10 marks for active participation. External examination is of 2 hours duration and of 60 marks in each subject. Continuous evaluation of students is conducted throughout the semester. Result Analysis: 2009-10 58.96 82.70 2010-11 51.36 60.06 2011-12 70.49 43.47 2012-13 72.00 49.99

T.Y.B.Com T.Y.B.M.S 2.5.6

Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weight-ages assigned for the overall development of students (weight-age for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills, etc.) Assignments are given to individual students in all the subjects. Presentation and viva-voce are also arranged. PowerPoint Presentations is made available. Weightage is given to participation, good conduct, stage performance in displaying communication skills. 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. The present system i.e. Choice Based Credit and Grading system enables to evaluate student on the basis of different parameter like class participation, conduct in the class, mannerism and so on. Internal marks system has been devised in such a way that a learner is evaluated on various criterions. This system has helped to build the confidence level and leadership qualities among the students. Learners are motivated to present their views on the topics taught by a particular teacher. This facilitates effective teaching learning process.

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2.5.8

What are the mechanisms for redressed of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level? The examination committee has been formed as per the statute of University of Mumbai which looks after any grievances forwarded by students as regards to evaluation. Students are given freedom to file for verification, revaluation and reassessment of the subject in which they have not scored as per their expectation. Procedure is led down by University of Mumbai wide statute for Examination reforms. A student can avail of Revaluation and verification of marks etc. as per the University of Mumbai statutes.

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2.6 2.6.1

Student performance and Learning Outcome Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If yes give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these? Yes. The details are clearly mentioned in the college prospectus which is provided at the time of admission to the students. From time-to-time, Principal and Senior teachers educate students about these issues like Semester Examination Passing Criteria, A.T.K.T Rules, Minimum Attendance at Lectures and Tutorials. Important details are made available on the college website from time-to-time.

2.6.2

How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes? College always makes teaching and learning more fruitful. Our ultimate goal is to make good citizens. We always try to inculcate among students some basic values like honesty, patriotism, equality, etc. Every year we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj week to popularize the views of Sant Gadge Maharaj. Through various programmes, we try to sensitize students socially. We try to create awareness among the students regarding social, economic and environmental issues. Teaching is a two way process and interaction is essential. Tests: Periodical tests are conducted to review the performance of the students. Care is taken to protect and promote the flow of knowledge gathered through lectures and book reading. Assignments: Students are given home assignments, which they are required to submit to the teachers on the date assigned. The students are required to write answers, definitions and conceptual testing questions in theory subjects and solve sums and case-studies in practical subjects. Projects and Presentations: Students are assigned individual and group projects. They are required to collect data, analyse data and make inference. Group discussion: Topics are given to students to discuss in groups. The students discuss the positive and negative aspects of the given topics. This helps them to keep themselves updated with current events and affairs.

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Industrial Visits: Every year we conduct Industrial Visits for B.Com and B.M.S students.

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What are the measures / initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance of the courses offered? It is essential to make learners economically independent. We try to provide them some summer jobs or part time jobs. We are also having Placement Cell which conducts Campus Interview so after completing their studies they can be placed. How does the institution collect and analyze data on student learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning? After the declaration of results, it is analyzed. In case of more failures in any subject, remedial lectures are arranged in these subjects. How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes In addition to regular lectures as per statutory workload students are given assignments, viva-voce is also conducted. Further as a part of Semester Performance Semester Written Examinations are conducted. On the basis of the outcome i.e. results as per the University rules admissions to next semester are initiated. We presently get a feedback from the students on the teacher in delivering lectures so as to reach out to the marginal students. What are the graduates attributes specified by the college / affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students? We have B.Com and B.M.S programmes currently. We have during academic year (2013-14) started M.Com too. These studies are as per the curriculum set by University of Mumbai as well as examinations are conducted semester-wise. Internal assessment carries 40 marks and written examinations carry 60 marks. Attendance at lectures, tutorials and project work, home assignments and vivavoce is made compulsory and a student is given a chance to expose himself / herself to communication skills, debating and platform appearance. PowerPoint display with deeper understanding also provides a platform to the students to explore their talent, knowledge and wisdom.

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CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION


3.1 3.1.1 Promotion of Research Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization? On 20th August 2013, College has applied to University of Mumbai for starting a Research Centre, the application is under process. 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. Recently the Research Committee is formed to maintain the research activities. Research activities are conducted under the guidance of Principal. Three faculty members are Ph.D (Two in the area of Commerce and one in Environmental Management). Minor Research Projects are undertaken by the members of the faculty. Principal has submitted Major Research Project to UGC in 2012. What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/projects? Research has been considered as the integral part of the academic endeavours in our college. The institution promotes faculty members to participate in research activities by granting them duty leave help in order to them for the participation in faculty improvement programmes and arranging for books required by them. Management also encourages non-teaching staff to go for higher studies. Our library is also well equipped. Library has provided separate space for teachers for reading and doing research related work. What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students? In all subjects there is a provision of project work which carries 20 marks. Here the students are assigned different topics and students are guided to prepare projects through library research and submit them to respective faculty. Marketing Research, an elective paper in B.M.S involves great amount of research which includes selecting a subject, determining methodology, surveys, interviews and reporting. Students are persuaded to make presentation on various topics. The respective teachers spend quite some time with the students in getting them ready for their presentation.

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3.1.5

Give details of the faculty involvement in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc. Teachers working on Doctoral Thesis (Ph.D): Mr. V. L. Nandure in Economics Teachers awarded Ph. D Degree: Mr. K. Y. Shinde Mr. R. O. Patil Mr. D. M. Salve Mrs. M. M. Tiwari Teachers awarded M Phil. Degree: Mr. K. Y. Shinde Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni

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. Seminar on How to write a Research Paper was organised in the Institution. Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise available with the institution. The Principal is Ph.D Research guide in the subject area of Business Policy and Administration. Nine students are registered under him. Four Ph.D scholars here already submitted their thesis. Three more faculty members have been honoured with Ph.D Degree. All are active in research activities. Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students? We often conduct seminars and workshops for teachers and students to encourage them for research activities. The eminent persons visited our college are: o Dr. Sanjay Kaptan, Head Department of Commerce, University of Pune o Dr. Farooqui, Principal of Rizvi College, Bandra o Mr. Balkrishna Damle, Director, Asian Centre for Research and Training, Pune. o Dr. Mrs. J. S. Rangwala, Head of the Department, Burhani College, Byculla o CA. Abhay Kulkarni, Head Dept. of Accountancy, Hinduja College, Charni Rd. o Dr. S. K. Mishra, Dept. of Economics, Hinduja College, Charni Rd.

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A seminar on Retail Management was organised by Karma Institution. A workshop was organised for S.Y.B.Com Students who have opted for Advertising Subject by Mr. Prasad and Ms. Saher. They imparted valuable information about advertising world. A seminar on impact of Economic Crisis on Indian Economy was organised by Planning Forum of our college.

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? Nil

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) Nil

3.2

Resource Mobilization for Research Nil What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization. There is no separate provision in the budget for research activities. We have made provision in the budget for starting a Research Centre. 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? Nil What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students? Students undertake research like projects in Self-financing BMS Programme in their final year (Semester V) as a part of the curriculum. How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research. Nil

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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 college Library has a total of 15,997 books, 20 periodicals and internet facility. It is useful for undertaking research activities. Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If yes give details. Nil Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Provide details of on-going and completed projects and grants received during the last four years. College forwards the research proposals generally for Minor Research Projects to the University. Accordingly following members of the faculty have completed the Minor Research Projects. Dr. Rajashekhar O. Patil Dr. Deepak M. Salve Two faculty members have applied for the minor research in the current year 2013-14: Prof. A. D. Kulkarni Prof. V. L. Nandure

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3.3 3.3.1

Research Facilities What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus? Many teachers are engaged in research work. 6 hours per week are granted for research activities. Principal Dr. K. Y. Shinde is a recognized Research Guide of the University of Mumbai. He always extends his help to teachers doing research work. Teachers also participate in seminars and workshops and duty leave is granted for the same. Students also participate in workshops and seminars. To encourage research, library facility is made available to teachers and students. Separate seating arrangement is provided for teachers. Students of BMS have to submit Research Projects on various subjects; concern teachers guide them in preparing projects. Free internet facility for research work to students and teachers is provided. Necessary research books are made available in the library. 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 is continuously and consistently improving library facilities and infrastructural facilities. The institution has increased the number of projectors, LCD Computers to encourage research work by

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teachers and students. Internet facility and research books are provided. 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. Nil What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories? Teachers are given opportunity to get research material from University Library or library of a Poddar college. Provide details on the library/ information resource centre or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers? Nil What are the collaborative researches facilities developed / created by the research institutes in the college? For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc. The college has a well-equipped library with internet facilities and separate seating arrangement for staff members reading and research work.

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3.4 3.4.1

Research Publications and Awards Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of Prof. R. O. Patil was awarded Gold Medal for his research work by Bose Institute, Tamil Nadu. Three teachers have completed Ph.D Degree. One is pursuing Ph.D and two Minor Researches have been completed. Two teachers are working on Minor Research for the academic year 2013-14. 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? Nil

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Give details of publications by the faculty and students: Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: Name of the Teachers Dr. K. Y. Shinde Details of seminars and workshop attained. Publication Research Papers: 1) Proficient International Referred Journal of Management, Volume IV, issue II February 2012, ISSN 0975-475X A study of Importance of FDI & Retail Industry with Special reference to Indian Retail Industry 2) Completed UGC Sponsered Major Research Project in September 2012 on Critical Assessment of Educational Scholarships and Loan Schemes for SC/ST students

Sr. No. 1

Prof. Rajashekhar O. Patil

Publication Research Papers: 1) U. Y Dhupdale and Rajashekhar O. Patil Volume I No II-B ISSN-2249-6696 Peer Referred Quaterly Inter Disciplinary Research Journal, December 2012 0020 Diminishing Rate of Convictions in Maharashtra Causes and Effects. 2) U. Y Dhupdale and Rajashekhar O. Patil THEMATICS JOURNAL OF LAW Peer Reviewed International Research Journal ISSN-2249-9806 November 2012 Higher education and Intellectual Property Rights. 3) Mahesh Patil and Rajashekhar O. Patil Research Journal Misbah ISSN-0976-2523 2012 June December Book 8 Volume 8, M.E.S. College Nedumkandan Peer Referred Inter Disciplinary Research Journal Role of Elementary Education to Eradicate Caste Discrimination. 4) Rajashekhar O. Patil and Sunil Shete Research Lines ISSN 0975-8941 Peer Referred Inter Disciplinary Research Journal volume v no 2 December 2012 Deva Matha College Koravilugad The Quantitative Analysis of Dharavi (Mumbai).

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Prof. D. M. Salve

Publication Research Papers: 1) Global Journal o Management Application a quarterly Journal, Role of Leader as a Change Agent for developing Proactive and People Oriented Organisations. Volume II No (2), April June 2012. 2) Research Scholar, Scholars Association, Kerla, Talent Management An emerging and essential mechanism for sustenance and enhancement of quality in Higher Education, December 2012 Volume II, No. IV A, ISSN 2249-6696. 3) ALLANA Institute of Management Studies Stress Management February 2012 ISSN 0976-2507. Stress Management in Academics A Case Study of Select Colleges of South Mumbai (Pg 47-49) 4) ALLANA Institute of Management Studies Corporate Governance, ISSN 0976 2507, October 2012 Unethical Pratices in Education System. (Pg 116-120)

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Provide details (if any) of Research awards received by the faculty Recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally Incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions. Dr. K. Y. Shinde won Best Research Award for Research Paper Presented at International Conference organised by University of Mumbai, Department of Commerce. Dr. R. O. Patil was awarded Gold Medal for his research work by Bose Institute, Tamil Nadu. Dr. Deepak Salve won first prize in Thesis Presentation Competition organised by University of Pune, Department of Commerce and Research.

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3.5

Consultancy Nil Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing instituteindustry interface? Nil What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? Our teachers are research guide who help in the field of research to the upcoming researchers. How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services? Nil List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years. Nil What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development? Nil

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3.6 3.6.1

Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) How does the institution promote institution-neighborhoodcommunity network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students? Under or NSS, we have adopted Khetwadi area in particular and D Ward municipal area in general. Our NSS unit conducts Blood Donation Drive, Medical Camp, Pulse Polio Programme, Control of Water Borne Diseases (under the guidance of health officer, D Ward Municipal corp.), Aid Awareness Programmes, Anti-Dowry Programme, Prohibition of Female Foeticide. The detailed information is given in the executive summary. What is the Institutional mechanism to track students involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles Every year we conduct cleanliness drive in Khetwadi area. Our students help traffic police to control traffic during Ganesh Festival. This programme is conducted under the guidance of senior inspector, D. B. Marg Police station. The important feature of our college towards promoting social justice is that our students made handmade notebooks from blank pages of old notebooks and distribute it to

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students of ashram school of Kotwal wadi. Students participate in various programmes organised jointly with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal (Peace Rally, Posters Exhibition and Lecture on Communal Harmony). Blood Donation Camp is conducted with the help of Municipal Corporation Nair Hospital Blood Bank. 3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution? Feed back is collected from the students in writing to judge their perception on the overall performance of the teachers, teaching methodology etc. we are having Parent-Teacher association from the year 2011-2012 and regular meetings are conducted and their views are taken for consideration. 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. NSS unit of college provides extension services to the community. Following table shows the number of students participated in the services and amount spent: Year 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 3.6.5 No. of students 74 100 100 100 Amount spent 26,100 42,600 46,650 43,500

3.6.4

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? We are having an active NSS Unit in our college. NSS Unit organises various activities for students and community people. The main aim is to create awareness among students about social problems and help to develop their personality through community service. Every year, we conduct orientation programme for NSS Volunteers and inform them about NSS Activities. Our area coordinator and district coordinator help us in organising these activities. Principal also takes efforts to organise extension activities. We do not have NCC in our college but our students participate in NCC Activities through nearby colleges. Our student Anshuman Upadhyay participated in Republic Day Parade on 26th January 2013 at New Delhi.

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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? As a part of social responsibility, college conducts social survey on various social issues. The purpose of such surveys is not only to find out problems faced by the local community but also inculcate the habits of research among the students. Considering these objectives, the NSS Unit of college has conducted several surveys in Khetwadi and nearby areas. In the year 2010-11, NSS Unit conducted Malaria Awareness and detection survey under the guidance of Medical officer Dr. Rathod of D Ward Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai. Students also conducted survey on Water Borne Diseases in the year 2011-12. In 2012-13, NSS Unit conducted Leprosy Elimination Action Programme survey under the guidance of Medical officer, Department of Health, Government of Maharashtra. In the year 2012-13, a survey of Energy Conservation (save energy project) was conducted. We are pleased to mention that due to this survey, the usual consumption of electricity of surveyed residence have reduced to a large extent which can be treated as the best outcome of this survey. Students take voluntarily participation in such surveys. These surveys add to the knowledge of students about social phenomenon.

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 extension activities designed and conducted by the college aims at the overall development of the participating students. Academic learning as per the prescribed curriculum expects the learners to become knowledgeable, and perform towards organizational objectives. The extension activities which include Rural Camp, Nature Club, etc. bring about the necessary qualities amongst the learners such that they perform better in their respective fields. Our students participate in rural camps and work at the grass root level. It helps them to understand and empathise with the problems of rural people. During rural camp, we organise lectures of expert persons from different field, cleanliness drive, anti-superstition, medical camp, teaching to ashram school children, construction of Bandhara, construction of small roads, etc. These activities not only enable them to reinforce of what they learn in their curriculum with respect to team building, leadership and better citizenship. Besides they acquire the

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most important qualities of empathy, acceptance and understanding complete situation. Students are encouraged to take up activities close to environmental protection and ecological conservation. These activities help in making them understand the importance of protecting the natural resources and saving them from deterioration due to pollution. Every year, we send students for leadership development camp to enhance leadership qualities as our ultimate aim is that student should become socially responsible and good citizens. To develop marketing skill, entrepreneurial qualities through our B.M.S. program, we organise various programmes which will help them in their future life. 3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities? NSS Unit organises many programmes for community people too. For creating awareness about AIDS. Pamphlets are distributed in Kamathipura area; Street Plays on AIDS awareness are also conducted. Our Alumni association helps students in learning computers. They also help people with the formalities of opening bank accounts. One of the Alumni members teaches yoga to students. NSS Unit also conducts Disaster Management Programme under the guidance of officers of Civil Defence. It helps community people during emergency. Every year, our NSS Students sell tri-colour flag manufactured by mentally retarded children of high-tech foundation. Blood donation camp is conducted every year Thalessamia awareness and detection camp also conducted every year. College always cooperates with Government agencies. We provide premises for the conduct of elections. We also arrange lectures for safety of students and community people in association with Senior Inspector of Police of D. B. Marg Police Station. Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities. We donate handmade notebooks to school children in Adivasi areas in Thane District. We distributed books and clothes to people of Mamdapur village in Thane District. One of our Alumni members Harshada Kushte collected old newspapers from people of Girgaum area and donated money to the people of drought affected area. This innovative endeavor received publicity and media flashed her photograph in dailies of the city.

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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. Our institute has been appreciated by the Local Bodies where we carry out social activities like Anti-Tobacco Campaign, Cleanliness Awareness Drive, Tree Plantation, etc.

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Collaboration: 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. Nil Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution. Nil 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. Students of B.Com and B.M.S are taken for Industrial Visits so that they can get practical knowledge of various industries. We also conduct workshops on Communication Skills, Preparation for Competitive Examinations, preparation for interviews, preparing resumes, etc. our Placement Cell organises Campus Interview for T.Y.B.Com and T.Y.B.M.S students. We provide our students complete information about job opportunities. Details of Campus interview held and students selected from the academic year 2011-12: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Name of the Company Allana Institute Single Point Management Nokia L & C Lodha Foundation AMCAT Tata Consultancy Services Limited No. of Students appeared for the interview 100 42 10 24 100 No. of Students Selected 10 06 04 03 02 01

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Popley Laclassique Career Net (PEP) Counsulting G. P. Kapadia & Co. Chartered Accounts Shantilal Chandatiya & Company Chartered Accounts UXL Corporate Services Ador Multiproducts Limited Quadra Infotech HDFC Life In Orbit Services Hindustan Times

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Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and international conferences organized by the college during the last four years. Nil 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 Nil Detail on the systematic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages / collaborations. Nil

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CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES


4.1 4.1.1 Physical Facilities: What is the policy of the Institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning? The Bharat Education Society has always been committed to provide quality education to the students of weaker sections. Keeping this in mind, the college has periodically updated the various infrastructure facilities within the college premises. The college premise has been renovated to make it more appealing to the eyes and has become more space economic. The office rooms and 5 classrooms have been made air-conditioned to increase the work efficiency of the teachers and administrative staff. CCTV has been installed throughout the college premises to make it safer for the students and the staff. Detail the facilities available for Curricular and non-curricular activities: o Classrooms: There are 10 classrooms in the Institute. Classrooms are provided with facilities like fan, tube lights, benches and other required facilities. 6 classrooms have the capacity of 120 students each and rest of the 4 rooms have the capacity of 60 each. OHPs, LCDs are provided to make the teachers to impart ICT enabled teaching. o Seminar Hall: We have two seminar halls; one of them is owned by the governing body and located in the building. This hall is fully air conditioned and has the seating capacity of 100. This is available to our college as and when required. The Ground Floor lecture hall has big stage air conditioned to conduct various events after lecture hours. It is also having well placed sound system. It has a seating capacity of 180 students. o Technology enabled learning spaces: In all, there are 2 Air Conditioned Computer Laboratories. These computer labs are made available to all the students. For practical purposes, Internet facility is available to all the students free of cost. We have provided 55 computers on green marble table with chairs / stools. o Equipment for teaching, learning and research: Two laptops, OHPs and LCD projectors are made available to use as the modern technology instrument.

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Extra Curricular activities: o Sports: The college has a gymkhana on the ground floor of the college building. The gymkhana is equipped with carrom boards, chess, Table-Tennis as indoor games. For outdoor games like cricket and football, college takes the ground on hire basis from BMC i.e. Cross-Maidan every year to coach the students to participate in inter-collegiate tournaments and other competitions. o Auditorium: Although we do not maintain a big auditorium independently, we have a ground floor room with stage which can accommodate nearly 180-190 pupils for programmes. o NSS: The NSS Group of the college is very active and dynamic. Every year more than 100 students register for NSS. A trained teacher acts as a Program Officer. NSS Activities are spread throughout the year. Following are some of the major activities conducted in and outside the college. The college conducts one week as Sant Gadge Maharaj Death Anniversary Week every year in the month of December. During this week, NSS Volunteers create awareness about cleanliness by conducting rally in the nearby locality i.e. Khetwadi area to spread the message of Sant Gadge Maharaj among the local community. Awareness against cyber-crime along with Mumbai Police. Blood Donation Camp in collaboration with Nair Hospital Mumbai Central. Every year more than 50 units of blood bottles are collected through the camp. During the blood donation camp, Thalessamia detection drive is also conducted. Lecture on awareness and prevention measures on diseases like Hepatitis B, HIV/AIDS, Leprosy, Malaria, etc. are conducted. Experts from medical profession, NGOs like Alert guide the students. Street play to create awareness of Anti-Tobacco, Gender bias, etc. Every year NSS Units also conducts poster competition on various contemporary social issues. NSS Unit helps the Mumbai Police in Crowd Management during Seventh and Eleventh day of Ganesh Immersion. Every year NSS Unit of our college organises a residential camp of 10 days. o NCC: Our college students are registering for NCC in Jai Hind College NCC Unit. Two of our students were selected to participate in Republic Day Parade at New Delhi in the past.

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o Cultural Activities: Our students participated in 45th Youth Festival which was organised by University of Mumbai, our student stood First in Non-Percussion and the Folk dance team has been awarded with the Consolation Prize in folk dance. One of our college student won first prize from all 9 zones who was selected for the national level team of University of Mumbai. Also the Yallama Dance performed on the final day of 45th Youth Festival was appreciated by the audience and the participants were interviewed by Sahyadri Channel. The dance clip and the interviews were shown live on the channel. The college first time hosted the events of Literary and Fine Art for University of Mumbai named as Yuva Mahotsav. More than 25 colleges and their students representative participated in this cultural Festival. We had hosted a cultural programme in college for the students on the eve of Independence Day after saluting our national flag. The college in association with Central Bank of India had organised elocution, debate, nail art painting, mehndi, card making, leaf art, salad making and poster making competitions for the students of Degree College. Lokmat a leading Marathi newspaper had organised a competition in the college named Lokmat Yuva Fest which was sponsored by Uninor Company. 4 students were selected for semi-final round. Later the training was given to semi-finalists on how to speak and walk on the ramp, how to represent themselves in front of the audience. Two of our students were selected for the final round. In the final round, both of the students reached in the top five positions. Lokmat News Paper Management had also organised a competition of General Knowledge in association with Ideal Academy our student had won first prize in that competition. Our students had participated for war of DJs in Sydenham Colleges intercollegiate competition and won third prize. Our students also participated in another competition organised by Sydenham College for the events like carrom, chess, football, table tennis, essay writing, and handwriting.

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Ruia Girls College had organised inter-collegiate competition and our student Devyank Patel had won first prize in solo dance and second prize in group dance. In intercollegiate competition organised by N.S.S College named JOSH, Pratik Bhalerao had participated and reached the final level. Our student Prathamesh Salunke had won first prize (basuri) in Mata Karnival a State Level Competition organised by Maharashtra Time (Marathi Newspaper) a leading Times Group. Devyank Patel was declared as the winner of first prize for solo dance as well as the team led by him won first prize for group dance organised by Airtel Telecom. He also won second prize for solo dance in the competition organised by SIES College. In an event organised by Maharashtra College, our student won first prize for solo dance. 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 College Building: The college has expanded on its infrastructural facilities during the last 4 years. Sufficient provision is made in every years budget. The governing body has added 4 additional classrooms, cash counter, NSS Program Officers Cabin, B.M.S Coordinators Cabin and Girls Common Room in the college building. Security measures: Entire college premises includes classrooms, staffroom, offices, computer lab, library, passage area, entry gate are under surveillance of Close Circuit Television (CCTV). There are in all 50 CCTV cameras installed in the college premises. This measure was taken in view of safety of the students community. 13 fire extinguishers are installed on college premises to thwart any risk of fire. The non-teaching staff has received instructions of handling these fire-extinguishers. LCD Projectors: To make teaching learning process more effective and interesting the college has 2 LCD Projectors and Laptops. Teachers are encouraged to use the facility.

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Library: The college ensures maximum access to the library facilities in terms of working hours as well as the reading materials for the general benefit of the student community. Computers: We have extended computerization in the premises. Both the offices as well as library are well-equipped with computers and peripherals. Health and Hygiene: Water Coolers with water purifiers have been installed for providing safe and clean drinking water. Water purifiers have also been installed in the staff room and library. There are separate sanitation facilities for girls and boys. Separate wash room facilities are made for staff room. Air Conditioning: All the two Computer Labs, the Office, Principals Cabin, Ground Floor Lecture Hall and 4 Classrooms in the building have been air conditioned. There is a Future Plan by the Management to install air condition machines in all the classrooms.

4.1.4

How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities? For the physically disabled students lift facility is made available. Teaching and Non-Teaching staff is given instruction to help students with Physical Disabilities. Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them: Hostel facility is not available. However, if students from other states getting admission in our college need hostel facility, we are recommending them to various hostels run by other trusts. What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus? First aid facility is available on campus. The management body has 4 members who are Medical Practitioners whose services are always available to the students, teachers and non-teaching staff. This facility is made available at free of cost. Every year, we arrange free Medical Health Check-Up Camp for the students and the staff members of the college. Details of the Common Facilities available on the campus spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit: IQAC: IQAC meetings are regularly held in a separate room on the third floor. Hearings of Grievance Redressal Cell if any, is given a place in the third floor strong room.

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Womens Cell: As of now, there is no separate space provided to exclusively deal with the problems reported to the womens cell. If needed, classroom can be made available for the same. But fortunately till date there is no case of Gender Bias and Sexual Harassment reported to the cell. Ladies Common Room: The Ladies Common Room provides the necessary personal space for the lady students of the college. To look after the maintenance of this and other similar facilities, a Ladies Cell has been set up. Among other things this cell also addresses issues of personal hygiene of lady students. Mens Common Room: It is equipped with indoor games like carrom, chess and table tennis which students can use during their free time. Canteen: Canteen facility is provided in the college premises. It offers a variety of eatables at subsidized rate under hygienic conditions. A canteen committee is also appointed to look into various complaints and take necessary actions in canteen related issues.

4.2 4.2.1

Library as a Learning Resource: 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? Yes. The advisory committee for the library consists of the Principal, Librarian and the Heads of various Departments and one student representative. It acts as a mediator between students, teachers and the library staff. The library advisory committee meets twice in a year. The committee provides a forum for advice and guidance to the librarian on the strategic-operation and direction to the library. The following are the significant initiatives implemented by the committee: The Advisory Committee which consider the development of the proposals to the library, with attention being paid to the needs of users and policy decisions. Policy related to library services and functionality. Collection development, weeding out books. Library furniture and fixtures. Frame rules and regulations.

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To utilize funds available for the library. Approval of librarys budget for the year to enhance the librarys collections. Continuing emphasis on quality service through the follow-up actions. Library Committee Meetings were held on the following dates: Year 2012-13 Date of Meeting 03rd September 2012 10th January 2013

Library Committee Members for the year 2012-13: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4.2.2 Name Dr. Shri. K. Y. Shinde Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Shri. R. R. Shah Mrs. Ashwini Natekar Shri K. V. Patil Mrs. R. D. Kamble Ms. Girija Gokhale Provide details of the following: Total area of the library: 157.935 sq. meters (1700 sq. ft) Total seating capacity: 85 students can be accommodated at a time. Working hours: The college library works throughout the week from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. On Sundays and holidays, during the examination, though the library is not open; the ground floor class room hall is kept open as a reading room. It is kept open for the benefit of the students from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. During vacation, the library functions between 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Home lending facility is also made available to the ex-students appearing for A.T.K.T. examination and appearing for C.A, C.S, MPSC, UPSC, Bank recruitment exams, etc. Designation Principal (Chairman) Associate Professor (Member) Associate Professor (Member) Teacher (Member) Teacher (Member) Librarian (Member Secretary) T.Y.B.Com (Student Representative)

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The college ensures maximum access to the library facilities in terms of working hours as well as the reading materials for the general benefit of the student community. Layout of the Library: The library has open access system wherein students can take the books from cupboard browse through it under permission from the librarian. There is an IT Zone for accessing e-resources. The library provides five computers with internet facilities to the students for the project research work and to search the information which is not available in library in print form. The library is providing this facility at free of charge. 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. The library follows three methods for purchasing new titles or journals. Firstly, the library purchases the books which are duly recommended by teachers and students by Teachers Requisition Form and sanctioned by the Principal. Secondly, the library procures books on approval from various publishers and vendors considering the courses available in our college. The teachers are invited to approve the books. The approval books are sanctioned by the Principal and thus the approved books are purchased. Thirdly, the library send catalogues to the teachers for the selection of current titles and the latest editions of the books to the respective department for approval and the selected books are sanctioned by the Principal. Faculty gives suggestions for subscribing and thereafter the order is placed for periodical and journals in the subject.

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The Amount spent on New Books and Journals during Last Four Years Books: Library Holdings 2009-10 Number B.Com: 93 Text Books BMS: 239 Reference Books Journals / Periodicals e-resources Total Cost Rs. 10,983 /Rs. 26,254 /Rs. 15,279 /Rs. 17,875 /2010-11 Total Number Cost 119 Rs. 9,205 /Rs. 20,597 /Rs. 28,160 /Rs. 25,267 /2011-12 Total Number Cost 66 Rs. 9,455 /Rs. 29,004 /Rs. 15,370 /2012-13 Total Number Cost Rs. 514 40,291 /04 Rs. 272 /Rs. 13,022 /Rs. 34,154 /-

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* TB: Textbooks * RB: Reference books 4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection? Students are oriented at the beginning of the every year about the services of the library. WebOPAC: Quick access provided to find out the availability or nonavailability of the book / periodicals. Through WebOPAC books / periodicals, it is easy for student, faculty and staff to search from all the computers available in the college. Electronic Resource Management Package for E Journals: The College has become a member of UGC INFONET N-list program. Users are getting access to 6000 + e-journals and 97000 + e-books.

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Federated Searching tools to search articles in multiple databases: Federal search provided access through internet WebOPAC of University of Mumbai, Poddar College and INFLIBNET Database. Library Website: We are in the process of making a website for the library. In-house / remote access to e-publications: The college library is member of N-list, for login, password is distributed to teachers and staff on their User ID. Students can access e-publications on library User ID and password. Library Automation: The library automation started from December 2007 with SOUL 1.0 Library software developed by INFLIBNET. It is upgraded to SOUL 2.0 in 2010. The library is fully computerized with all major activities namely acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, serial control and OPAC. Bar-coding for all books has been done. The students are being given computerized bar-coded library cards since 2010. Free internet facility is provided to students and research scholars.

Total number of computers for public access: The library has seven computers. Five computers for students availing free internet facility for the completion of their project works, searching information and to search the OPAC. Students, faculty and staff can search the WebOPAC and access library holding via computer network in college campus. Two computers are provided for library staff for circulation and for updating data entry and housekeeping work.

Total number of printers for public access: There are two printers in the library out of which one printer for students and another for library work. Internet bandwidth / speed: 2 Mbps. Institutional Repository: Repository of research article, thesis collected from teachers and make available for reference to all users.

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Content management system for e-learning: WebOPAC is provided to browse information about the library holdings like books, periodicals, databases, etc. For the purpose, a library software SOUL is purchased and metadata is entered as per the standards of catalogue. Participation in Resource sharing networks / consortia (like INFLIBNET): The college library has subscribed INFLIBNET N List.

4.2.5

Provide details on the following items: Average number of walk-ins: 100 per day Average number of books issued / Returned: 70/60 Ratio of library books to students enrolled: 12:1 Average number of books added during last three years: 362 Average number of login to OPAC: 08 per day Average number of e-resources downloaded login / painted: 3 per day Average number of login to e-resources: 09 per day Number of Information literacy trainings organized: 1 program each for students and teachers. Details of weeding out books and other materials. The books which are to be weeded out are listed according to subjectswise and the written permission is taken by the respective teachers and then sanctioned by the Principal. Thereafter the books are weeded out and sold. All weeded out books status are changed in maintenance and also remark is written in Accession register and stock verification register.

4.2.6

Give details of the specialized services provided by the library Manuscripts: Nil Reference: There are numerous books on various subject including textbooks, reference books on management, computer, accounts, economics, mathematics/statistics, law, encyclopedias, yearbooks, Gk, competitive exam books, fiction of Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati. The college library always endeavors to upgrade the existing stock with new additions every year. Reprography: The reprographic facility is available in college building. ILL (Inter Library Loan): The college library provides Inter Library Loan facility to its readers top caters to the extra reading needs of its reader.

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The faculty members of our college avails the library facilities of R. A. Poddar College of Commerce, Matunga, Mumbai and Akbar Peerbhoy College, Mumbai Central, Mumbai. Information deployment and notification: The lists of new arrivals are displayed for the information of the library users. Notices regarding new arrivals are displayed on the notice board. Download: There are five computers for students with Internet Connectivity. They can access and download the information and save in computers, pen drive, CDs. Printing: One printer is provided for student for making printouts. This printer is connected to five PCs. Reading list / Bibliography compilation: Librarian provides list of books to teachers / Principal / Students / researchers for their reference. List of new books added in various subjects like Commerce / Economics / Accounts etc is also made available so that they are aware about the new additions to the library collections. In-house / remote access to e-resources: Library users are given access to online resources on in-house computers as well as remote access to the e-journals / books. User orientation and awareness: Library has been conducting orientation programme for the new students admitted every academic year. Students are explained about the resources, facilities and other available services provided by the library. Students are trained in searching the WebOPAC, Internet browsing e-journals, etc. to know them specific locations of different types of materials and the privileges. The library provides book bank, borrowing books from the library, rules regulations, fine structure, etc. Assistance in searching databases: The library staff regularly helps the students in finding their queries in the database available in the Library. INFLIBNET / IUC Facilities: The library uses Union Catalogue available via internet of various libraries and access the newsletter (online) published by INFLIBNET.

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4.2.7

Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college: The support provided by the library staff to the students and teachers of the college. Computers: The library has five computers for students and teachers for project and research work. Internet: The library facilitates internet without any charges to students and teachers for the systematic approach to the current information to support their projects or assignments. Reprographic facility: The reprographic facility is available in the college building. Language Lab: We have Language Lab Facility. The language lab enables students to improve their communication skills in English by Linguaphone software. Students can record their speech and hear themselves enunciate. OPAC: The library is computerized which helps users to search the library collection availability and its status. It is very easy to search books Title-wise, author-wise, subject-wise, publisher-wise, etc.

4.2.8

What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details: There is no visually / physically challenged person in the college, but if such person comes, we provide special assistance by staff. Library staff physically helps them in searching books or references of their interests. Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analyzed and used for improving the library services. There is a suggestion box at the entrance of the library where the students put their suggestions, recommendations, complaints, grievances. They can also send the same on library email on the regular basis. The authorities go through the suggestions and appropriate actions are taken for improving the library services.

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4.3 4.3.1

Information Technology Infrastructure: Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution. Number of computers with Configuration: Area Computer Laboratories Library Office Staff Room Strong room B.M.S / N.S.S Room Total Hardware Details: Hardware Scanner Laptop RAM Processors 2 GB 1 GB 512 MB Normal Dual Core G 41 Series G 31 Series 945 Motherboard 845 Series 16 Port 08 Port Outer Quantity (in Nos.) 02 05 25 30 09 34 30 25 15 20 04 64 03 06 03 10 Number of PCs installed 50 05 02 04 01 01 01 64 Purpose For academic and research work For students and teachers For Library Staff Administrative work For research / academic work Examination related work Administrative work

Mother Board DVD Writer Network Switch Printer

Software Details: o TALLY ERP 9 Multi user. o Operating System: Windows 7 o SOUL Software

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4.3.2

Computer-student ratio: 1:15 Stand alone facility: 1 no. LAN facility: Yes Licensed software: We have licensed Windows Operating System Home Edition. Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility: 64 Nos. Any other: 2 Projectors, 5 LCDs.

Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus? Considering the current trend and fulfillment of curriculum requirement, internet facility is made available to all students free of cost. Teaching and non-teaching staff are also provided with Desktop with internet facility. It helps students to prepare their projects and assignments. For PPT Presentations, laptop is made available to teachers. What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities? As there is change in the Exam System (Credit Based), there is a plan to increase the number of computers. The management is planning to add 2 more projectors in the classrooms. 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 2009-10 2,00,000 1,19,650 1,00,000 4,19,650 2010-11 1,50,000 70,000 1,10,000 3,30,000 2011-12 2,50,000 1,00,000 90,000 4,40,000 2012-13 1,75,000 1,00,000 80,000 3,55,000

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4.3.4

Head of Expenditure Procurement Up gradation Maintenance Annual Budget 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? Teachers and students are encouraged to use PPT to make learning process more interesting. Students are motivated to take up primary

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data based project which not only improve their research skill but also build confidence among them. Teachers assist them in those areas where they require help in completing projects or assignments. Students are motivated to be conversant with use of internet facility to upgrade their knowledge. 4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed by the institution place the student at the Centre of teaching-learning process and render the role of a facilitator for the teacher. The role of a teacher is of a facilitator now. Teachers have to help and develop students. For this, conducive environment is created. Students are encouraged to bare class participation. They have been given freedom to ask any query related with curriculum. Teachers do counseling on one to one basis in the campus. Majority of the students is from vernacular medium, students are given special attention to make their understanding of the subject in a simple way. Teachers are facilitators of learning. Various methods / techniques are used to promote use of ICT. Project and assignment work is given to students. The basic purpose is to make them interactive with different environment components like social status, natural realities, internet facility, etc. In this process, teacher acts as guide and see to it that students complete their project / assignment. This facilitates learning. 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? Nil

4.4 4.4.1

Maintenance of Campus Facilities 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)? 2009-10 (in Rs.) 5,15,855 2,68,900 58,800 5,19,650 6,800 2010-11 (in Rs.) 11,52,423 2,68,900 1,60,000 3,30,000 84,720 2011-12 (in Rs.) 9,43,991 1,50,000 50,000 4,40,000 24,700 2012-13 (in Rs.) 11,89,077 90,000 56,000 3,55,000 55,490

Heads of Expenditure Building Rent, Taxes, Repairs and Maintenance Furniture Equipment Computers Air conditioner & C.C.T.V

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What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college? Building: The building of the college is repaired and painted regularly as per the advice of the institutes architect. All efforts are made to keep the wash room clean. Regular checkup and maintenance is carried out. To maintain hygiene in the premises, regular pest control is done. Furniture and Equipment: Furniture is well designed considering the need. Proper storage facility is provided for maintaining old records. Annual maintenance charges assigned is for equipments for computer, SOUL Software, water cooler, AC, close circuit camera system, Intercom, Lift, Xerox Machines, water pump, furniture and fixtures. For buying any equipment, we have local purchase committee which passes all the resolution of buying equipment. All equipments are purchased from short-listed vendors. Vigilance and Safety: Safety of students in general all girls in particular, we have installed CCTV in the premises. It not only provides safety to the students and teachers but also of infrastructure. CC Cameras are installed in the location like office, classroom, staff room, exam room (strong room), canteen, the corridors and on gate. To meet unforeseen incidents like fire, the building has fire extinguishers. Members of the staff have been trained to operate the same. We have appointed 2 Women and 4 Gents Watchman for security of students and Institute.

4.4.3

How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments? Being a commerce college, we do not have any precision instruments which require calibration. Regular checking and maintenance of electrical fittings and equipments like fire extinguisher, lift (elevator), computers, water pump and tap is carried out. What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment? Being centrally located, the college is easily approachable from all the areas. There is no interruption of electricity or voltage fluctuation. Clean water is supplied by BMC without any disruption.

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Equipments like CC Cameras are checked on regular basis. College has given AMC for effective and uninterrupted performance of such equipments. Major thrust is given on teacher learning process. The basic objective is to make learning process more interactive and participative. Students are motivated to inculcate habit of self-learning.

Any other relevant information regarding Infrastructure and Learning Resources which the college would like to include. Efforts are made to make the learning process more interested by providing clean and fresh air as well as ventilation in all classes. Major fund is allocated for maintenance of building. Necessary repairs are carried out on regular basis to meet the different requirements.

REFLECTIONS: Unless and until teacher and students understand each other, effective learning process can not take place. Regular and consistent efforts are required in this direction. Regular feedback in class helps to understand whether the students have understood a particular concept or not. Wherever possible practical examples are given. Teachers do try to make students understand a particular thing with the help of case study. For the understanding practical knowledge of students, Industrial Visits are organised on regular basis. Still there is more need to make students take interest in use of ICT in their learning process. More efforts are required on the part of the teachers as well as students.

The quality sustenance and enhancement measure with regard to Infrastructure and Learning Resource are: Purchase of equipments as per recommendations of the purchase committee. Library with free internet facility. Use of mobile phone, smoking is strictly prohibited in the college premises. Computer lab is equipped with latest version of PC and software. The space has been optimally used. Water purifiers are installed in the premises. Printout facility is made available to the students at minimal cost. The Ground Floor Room is having proper sound system in which more than 150 students can be easily accommodated.

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CRITERION V: STUDENTS SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION


5.1 Student Mentoring and Support Our main objective is overall development of the students. We, all students, teachers, non-teaching staff and management work in harmony to achieve this objective. 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, college publishes its updated prospectus every year. The prospectus contains details of available courses, programmes offered, optional subjects, elective subjects as well, rules related to admission, fees structure, refund of fees, railway concession, freeship and scholarship offered, rules related to examinations as well as reservation of admissions for reserved category students, etc. The college has an active website that is updated regularly. Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarship / freeship given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time? In order to bring the students belonging to backward classes in the main stream of education and to develop them, Government of India has started Scholarship / Free-ship for them. As a part of this scheme, Department of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra State is providing Scholarship to the backward class students. For availing benefit of this scheme, our college students falling under category of SC, ST, VJNT, SBC and OBC are provided all the assistance and guidance to fill-up the E-Scholarship form. The institute has established Backward Class Cell which guides the students about the scheme and filling of the form. Computers with free internet facility are provided to these students so that they can submit online EScholarship form. This E-Scholarship Scheme has been started from the academic year 2010-11. The amount of scholarship is directly deposited in the Students Personal Bank Account. To inculcate the saving habits among the students, the College invites the officials of Central Bank of India to advise and encourage the students to open Saving Bank Account with Zero Balance. The College has introduced SMS System on mobile phone wherein the students are informed about freeship / scholarship form submission dates. We have collected the mobile phone numbers of the students at the time of Admission in college.

5.1.1

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Category-wise No. of students provided with freeship for the year 2009-10: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 Freeship Male 31 Nil 04 Nil Nil 35 Female 13 Nil Nil 01 Nil 14 Total 44 Nil 04 01 Nil 49 College Fees Amount (Rs.) 1,44,413 Nil 14,520 3,480 Nil 1,62,413

Caste S.C. S.T. O.B.C. S.B.C. V.J.N.T. Total

Category-wise No. of students provided with freeship for the year 2010-11: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 Freeship Male 57 Nil 04 Nil Nil 61 Female 31 Nil 01 Nil Nil 32 Total 88 Nil 05 Nil Nil 93 College Fees Amount (Rs.) 2,93,120 Nil 14,550 Nil Nil 3,07,670

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Category-wise No. of students provided with freeship for the year 2011-12: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 Freeship Male 26 Nil 01 02 Nil 29 Female 13 Nil 02 02 Nil 17 Total 39 Nil 03 04 Nil 46 College Fees Amount (Rs.) 1,08,739 Nil 9,223 5,322 Nil 1,23,284

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Category-wise No. of students provided with freeship for the year 2012-13: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 Freeship Male 25 Nil 07 00 32 Female 11 Nil 02 01 14 Total 36 Nil 09 01 46 College Fees Amount (Rs.) 1,15,476 Nil Claims are awaited Claims are awaited 1,15,476

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Category-wise No. of students provided with scholarship for the year 2009-10: Students Bank Account Amount (in Rs.) 19,050 Nil 22,650 3,600 4,500 49,800 College Fees Amount (in Rs.) 36,346 Nil 84,346 10,440 15,293 1,46,425 Gross Amount Sanctioned (in Rs.) 55,396 Nil 1,06,996 14,040 19,793 1,96,225

Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5

Caste S.C. S.T. O.B.C. S.B.C. V.J.N.T. Total Male 10 Nil 21 00 00 31

Scholarship Female 01 Nil 06 03 05 15 Total 11 Nil 27 03 05 46

Category-wise No. of students provided with scholarship for the year 2010-11: Students Bank Account Amount (in Rs.) 24,600 Nil 28,650 6,000 5,400 64,650 College Fees Amount (in Rs.) 52,550 Nil 1,08,200 18,900 17,650 1,97,300 Gross Amount Sanctioned (in Rs.) 77,150 Nil 1,36,850 24,900 23,050 2,61,950

Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5

Caste S.C. S.T. O.B.C. S.B.C. V.J.N.T. Total Male 10 Nil 21 04 04 39

Scholarship Female 05 Nil 11 02 01 19 Total 15 Nil 32 06 05 58

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Category-wise No. of students provided with scholarship for the year 2011-12: Students Bank Account Amount (in Rs.) 1,18,800 Nil 34,680 5,340 Nil 1,58,820 College Fees Amount (in Rs.) 1,04,287 Nil 96,312 15,165 Nil 2,15,764 Gross Amount Sanctioned (in Rs.) 2,23,087 Nil 1,30,992 20,505 Nil 3,74,584

Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5

Caste S.C. S.T. O.B.C. S.B.C. V.J.N.T. Total Male 20 Nil 25 00 Nil 45

Scholarship Female 18 Nil 07 05 Nil 30 Total 38 Nil 32 05 Nil 75

Category-wise No. of students provided with scholarship for the year 2012-13: Students Bank Account Amount (in Rs.) 1,17,900 Nil 13,380 4,760 1,36,040 College Fees Amount (in Rs.) 11,8517 Nil 35,011 12,764 1,66,292 Gross Amount Sanctioned (in Rs.) 2,36,417 Nil Claims are awaited 48,391 17,504 3,02,312

Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5

Caste S.C. S.T. O.B.C. S.B.C. V.J.N.T. Total 5.1.3 Male 19 Nil 59 10 03 91

Scholarship Female 19 Nil 10 01 01 31 Total 38 Nil 69 11 04 122

What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies? Percentage of students getting financial assistance from State, Central Government and other National Agencies. 13.43 19.12 14.44 20.23

Year 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

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5.1.4

What are the specific support services/facilities available for Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections? Admissions are given to SC/ST/OBC as per the reservation policy of the government of Maharashtra. Students from these categories are being granted fee concessions and scholarships as per the government norms. Remedial and revisionary lectures are conducted for academically weak students. We are having B.C. Cell in our college which provides all the information to these students. For the physically disabled students, lift facility is provided. They are also given extra time for writing examination as per the norms of University of Mumbai. Students are given concession in attendance at lectures and tutorials if they participate in various competitions and sports activities on production of valid documents. These students are also provided with travelling allowance on actual basis and dearness allowance at fixed rate. The students, if they miss on any regular examination, they are given permission to appear for additional examination. University, National and International level prize winners are given 10 Grace marks as per the University rule. Our management has doctors as representatives of the management in addition to Chairman and Secretary being Medical Practicing Doctors. Hence medical help is made available to students at any time they need. We are also having compulsory insurance scheme for our students. We have a health centre Dr. M. L. Dhawale Medical Centre to take medical care and provide medical aid and assistance to students. We organise career guidance lectures for our students and we invite experts from different fields to guide our students. We have language softwares in our library to improve linguistic and semantic skills. We also have two computer labs in our college. To upgrade computer skills, members of alumni help our students. If slow learner is detected, college provides grace period for examination. The college organises visits to business houses, industries, Mumbai Stock Exchange, Nationalized Banks, Insurance Companies, etc. To promote creativity among students and equip them with latest knowledge, a magazine is published every year.

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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. Personality Development cum Career Guidance Cell organises lectures, workshops on how to write a resume and how to appear for interviews. Some of our alumni are in the field of drama and dance, they help our students by directing drama and prepare them for drama competition and also give them chance to perform at competitions. Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and cocurricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc. We are having an active Students Council through which students participate in various cultural activities organised by different colleges and University (Youth Festival). Students are given concession in attendance at lectures and tutorials if they participate in various competitions on production of valid documents. These students are also provided with travelling allowance on actual basis and dearness allowance at fixed rate. These students if they miss on any regular examination, they are given permission to appear for additional examination. University, National and International level prize winner participants are given 10 Grace marks as per the University rule. 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 / TOFEL / GMAT / Central /State services, Defense, Civil Services, etc. We arrange lectures to give complete information about all competitive examinations. We do not conduct regular coaching classes but there are a good number of books available in our library for example Banks Recruitment Tests, test yourself, Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examination, UGC/NET/JRF/SET teaching and Research Aptitude, All India MBA Entrance: CAT, XAT, ATMA, JMET, SNAP, MAT, ETC. Teachers in their individual capacity help these students. What type of counseling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.) Teacher extend counseling services on academic programmes by preparing students for exams (Semester) on internal assessment and project preparation, viva-voce, presentations as required by the University (B.Com and B.M.S). Teachers also try to solve personal problems related to family, employment as well as career development, choosing a right type of career after graduation i.e. C.A, ICWA, LL.B, MBA, MMS and provide guidance to appear for MPSC and UPSC Competitive examinations.

5.1.6

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Counseling is extended to change the mindset of the students towards jobs students want to accept only white collar jobs. They should accept jobs whether it is in various areas requiring physical mobility, travelling or may be involving hard labour and learning. Such a progressive mindset should be developed which will change attitude towards the jobs and work. We help our students to get part time and vacation jobs with industries, banking and other sectors.

5.1.9

Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of its students? If yes, detail on the services provided to help students identify job opportunities and prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers Placement Cell formally was established and inaugurated in the academic year 2010-11. The purpose of this Cell is to help students to get a job. Under this Cell, various seminars and lectures are arranged for the students to make them employable. Letters from various institutes and companies having vacancies are regularly displayed on the notice board. This Cell has arranged campus interviews. This Cell has arranged Campus Interviews to find employment for our students. Details of Campus interviews held and students selected from the academic year 2011-12: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Name of the Company Allana Institute Single Point Management Nokia L & C Lodha Foundation AMCAT Tata Consultancy Services Limited Career Net (PEP) Counsulting Popley Laclassique G. P. Kapadia & Co. Chartered Accounts Shantilal Chandatiya & Company Chartered Accounts UXL Corporate Services Ador Multiproducts Limited Quadra Infotech No. of Students appeared for the interview 100 42 10 24 100 279 14 02 05 06 05 05 No. of Students Selected 10 06 04 03 02 01 -

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HDFC Life In Orbit Services Hindustan Times

23 10 03

5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years. Yes. We do have a Student Grievance Redressal Cell. There are minor complaints / suggestions given by the students which are as follows: Academic year 2011-12: o Want better coach for Cricket. Academic year 2012-13: o Girls requested for Special Ladies Gymkhana equipped with all requirement of indoor games including Table Tennis facility. Remedial Measures: o Considering students requests and suggestions, we have appointed a well trained coach who is member of Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). o A separate Special Ladies Gymkhana equipped with all requirement of indoor games including Table Tennis facility has been provided to the girls students. 5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment? The College Womens Development Cell is functioning and taking care of girl students and staff. We share very good relationship with D. B. Marg Police Station and they always help us in creating awareness among students. In addition, we also organise various programmes for the empowerment of girl students. The committee for 2013-14 is as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Principal Dr. K.Y Shinde Prof. Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Prof. V. Nandure Dr. Smt. Kumud S. Shah Dr. Mrs. Manjari Tiwari Mrs. Mansi Khopkar Mr. Tushar Warang Ms. Reshma Sakpal Chairman Prof. In Charge Member (Trustee Bharat Education Society) Member Non Teaching Staff Representative Student (Boy) Student (Girl)

Every year we organise lectures on Laws related to females by eminent advocates for example one year we had organised a lecture on Protection of Women against Domestic Violence Act 2005. Cell

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also organises workshops on health related issues. Two of our Alumni members Mrs. Rasika Wadke and Mrs. Pallavi Wadke are Yoga teachers. They also guide our students on the importance of Yoga including practical sessions. 5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) have been reported during the last four years and what action has been taken on these? We are having Anti-Ragging Committee but our students are from middle class families. They are well behaved and disciplined; so far no complaints have been received by anti-ragging committee of our college. The committee for the year 2013-14 is as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. Prof. N. M. Potekar Prof. V. Nandure Prof. Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Adv. Prof. Manoj Kadam Chairperson Member Member Member

5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution. We have group insurance scheme for students. Even insurance cover is taken for non-teaching staff. We provide books to needy students under book-bank scheme.

5.1.14 Canteen Facility: We have canteen facility which caters to the requirement of the staff and students. 5.1.15 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If yes, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development? Alumni association is not registered but our Alumni is an active member of Sant Gadge Maharaj College family. It helps us in conducting all our activities in college and also during Rural Camp. They help us in preparing for various competitions conducted by University as well as inter-colligate competitions. Some of the members of Alumni are active. We have already mentioned names of some of the members in the Executive Summary.

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5.2 5.2.1

Student Progression Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment (for the last four batches) highlight the trends observed. The students pass out as graduates from the institution and there is no separate mechanism for the college to record the further progression of the students. However many students approach the college for transcript for migrating abroad and transference certificate in case of migrating to other colleges Universities to pursue higher education. Provide details of the program wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years. Furnish program-wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district. Result analysis for last four years in terms of percentages of successful candidates i.e. 2009-10 to 2012-13: 2009-10 (in %) 58.96 82.70 2010-11 (in %) 51.36 60.6 2011-12 (in %) 70.49 43.47 2012-13 (in %) 72.00 49.99

5.2.2

T.Y.B.Com T.Y.B.M.S 5.2.3

How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment? From the year 2013-14, we have started post graduate section i.e. M.Com in Accountancy. Placement Cell organises Campus Interview for TY B.Com and B.M.S Students. Part time and summer jobs are provided to needy students. Information regarding job opportunities is displayed on notice board. Career guidance lectures are also organised. Seminars and workshops are also conducted to help students to write their resume and face interviews. Seminars and workshops are also conducted in the field of Information Technology like Computer Hardware, MIS, SAP, Networking, etc by experts.

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5.2.4

Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out? Remedial lectures are arranged to combat these issues. We give synoptic notes to repeater students and full detailed notes to regular students. Tutorials are conducted for regular students in the subject of Mathematics / Statistics and Business Communication.

5.3 5.3.1

Student Participation and Activities List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and program calendar. Students of our college participate in sports, games, cultural and extracurricular events organised by the University of Mumbai and at other States and National levels. Every Year University of Mumbai conducts sports for college students and our students participate in the majority of events. Sports calendar of University of Mumbai for the year 2012-13: Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. Event (Male / Female) Chess Table Tennis Badminton Cricket Month of Participation July August August November No. of Participants from the college 06 12 12 16

Cultural activities organised by university of Mumbai for the year 2012-13: Our students participated in 45th Youth Festival which was organised by University of Mumbai, our student stood First in Non-Percussion and the Folk dance team has been awarded with the Consolation Prize in folk dance. One of our college student won first prize from all 9 zones who was selected for the national level team of University of Mumbai. Also the Yallama Dance performed on the final day of 45th Youth Festival was appreciated by the audience and the participants were interviewed by Sahyadri Channel. The dance clip and the interviews were shown live on the channel. Our college first time hosted the events of Literary and Fine Art for University of Mumbai named as Yuva Mahotsav. More than 25 colleges and their students representative participated in this cultural Festival. We hosted a cultural programme in college for the students on the eve of Independence Day after saluting our national flag.

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Our college in association with Central Bank of India had organised elocution, debate, nail art painting, mehndi, card making, leaf art, salad making, poster making competitions for the students of Degree and Junior college. Lokmat a leading Marathi newspaper had organised a competition in the college named Lokmat Yuva Next which was sponsored by Uninor Company. 4 students were selected for semifinal round. Later the training was given to semi-finalists on how to speak and walk on the ramp, how to represent themselves in front of the audience. Two of our students were selected for the final round. In the final round, both of the students reached in the top five positions. Lokmat had also organised a competition of General Knowledge in association with Ideal Academy our student had won first prize in that competition. Our students had participated for war of DJs in Sydenham Colleges intercollegiate competition and won third prize. Our students also participated in another competition organised by Sydenham College for the events like carrom, chess, football, table tennis, essay writing, and handwriting. Ruia Girls College has organised inter-collegiate competition and one of our student Devyank Patel has won a first prize in solo dance and second prize in group dance. In intercollegiate competition organised by N.S.S College named JOSH, our student Pratik Bhalerao participated and had reached the final level. One of our students Prathamesh Salunke won first prize (basuri / flute) in Mata Karnival a State Level Competition organised by Maharashtra Time (Marathi Newspaper) a leading Times Group. Devyank Patel was declared as the winner of first prize for solo dance as well as first for group dance organised by Airtel Telecom. He also has won second prize for solo dance in the competition organised by SIES College. In an event organised by Maharashtra College, our student won first prize for solo dance. In the year 2013-14, in University Youth Festival organised by University of Mumbai, our folk dance won first prize.

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5.3.2

Furnish the details of major student achievements in cocurricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous four years. Our students participate in all types of activities which include literary events, fine arts, music, drama, dance, etc. In the year 2012-13, one of our students Mr. Tushar Warang won the title of Mr. University. He was selected among 250 students of different colleges of Mumbai University. Another student Mr. Prathamesh Salunke won National Award for Instrumental Music (Flute). He was selected for Zonal, University, State and National level competition. Our student Mr. Mukund Ambekar got 3rd Prize at University level for Photography Competition. We also have Nature Club which conducts visits to Nature Parks and also organises lectures on Environmental Issues and conduct Surveys in nearby area and also in Dharavi slum area. Devyank Patel won first prize in solo dancing competition at Ruia Girls College and 2nd prize in group dance competition. He won one more first prize for solo dance and 1st prize for group dance organised by Airtel Telecom. Devyank Patel got 2nd prize for solo dance in competition organised by SIES College. Devyank Patel also won first prize for solo dance organised by Maharashtra College.

5.3.3

How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions? For improving quality of teaching and learning, we always consider suggestions given by parents, alumni members and also from the employers when they conduct campus interviews. How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the publications/ materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions. To inculcate the habit of reading and writing, we publish College Magazine every year. Students are given freedom not only to write on curriculum related topics but also on the areas of their interest.

5.3.4

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5.3.5

Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body? Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding. Yes, College has a Students Council which has been constituted as per the Mumbai University Act. Students Council for 2013-14 is as follows:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Principal of College Senior teacher nominated by Principal Teacher in-charge of Gymkhana Programme Officer, N.S.S.

5.

Students Representatives

6.

Two girl students nominated by the Principal

President Dr. K. Y. Shinde Chairman Dr. D. M. Salve Member Prof. N. M. Potekar Member Prof. V. L. Nandure Members a) Tushar Warang N.S.S Secretary b) Balmani Cultural Committee Secretary c) Sagar Shah Gymkhana Secretary Members a) Reena Gupta b) Bhana Singh

The council plays major role in the planning and execution of extracurricular programs. 5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them. Students representatives actively participate in the following committees:

Sr. No. 1

ACADEMIC / ADMINISTRATIVE BODY Students council College Women Development Cell

ACTIVITY To plan and conduct cultural activities in college and also for participating in other colleges. To create awareness among girl students about their rights and safety, to undertake health related issues and to organise programmes for their empowerment with the help of D. B. Marg Police Station. To conduct activities for creating awareness about social issues like anti-dowry, anti-addiction, Thalessamia, AIDS, etc. To conduct programmes like Disaster Management, Blood Donation Camp, Tree Plantation, Save Energy, etc. To conduct indoor and outdoor games. To help in publishing magazine.

3 4 5

N.S.S Gymkhana committee Magazine committee

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5.3.7

How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution. We organise meetings of the Alumni members regularly in our college. Members help us in conducting various activities in our college. Best practices in Student Support and Progression are: Career Guidance Placement Cell Women Development Cell Book-Bank Scheme Group Insurance Remedial and Revisionary lectures Revisionary lectures for repeater students To inculcate Human Values, we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj Week every year To promote National Integration, various programmes are organised in association with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal. Participation of Students in various Seminars and Workshops Encouragement to research Parent-Teacher meeting Healthy atmosphere Qualified and Dedicated teaching staff Dedicated non-teaching staff Co-operative management Active Students Council Active N.S.S Unit All these healthy practices help students register progress in all the spheres of life.

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CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP


6.1 6.1.1 Institutional Vision Leadership State the vision and mission of the Institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institutions distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institutions traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.? The college provides education to economically weaker sections of the society and to the academically average and below average students. Vision: To equip students with moral values and nation building fervor to withstand challenges in life and to face realities with confidence and courage as ideal human beings setting the path for national integration, harmony and brotherhood. As per our vision, we provide quality education to the average and below average students. The Bharat Education Society was started in 1948 by Shri. Bhausaheb D. Palkandwar, a noted freedom fighter and esteemed educationist. The main objective of starting this society was to extend education to the under-privileged lot of the society. The institution endeavours to cultivate creative and productive talents of students, faculty and staff to develop responsible global citizens. Quality education is our be all and end all objective. With this background and objective in mind the institution tries to inculcate the following values: Nurturing values for enhancing knowledge, wisdom, skill orientation and human values. To enable the youth to scale higher peaks of excellence and to achieve higher standards of achievements. To cultivate creative and productive talents of students, faculty and staff. To seek ways to contribute constructively in the nation building. Strive to enhance the quality of life and the overall development of students as well as staff. To encourage students to take responsibility for themselves and for other and to understand the needs of those less fortunate. To inculcate the spirit of discipline, punctuality, sincerity and dedication among the students. We give admissions to students passing H.S.C. examination. To provide education to academically poor students, apart from regular lectures; we arrange extra lectures. Revisionary lectures are also taken. Question banks are prepared by the Departments. Class notes are circulated free of cost. General Knowledge Tests are given to the

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students to enable them to face competitive examinations like MPSC, UPSC, Banking examination etc. Mission: To fulfill the aspirations of higher education of students belonging to the under-privileged strata of the society. To devote ourselves to the commitment of imparting quality education to the needy and neglected. To provide them with innovative and updated techniques of teaching and learning. To encourage and inspire teachers and students to work sincerely to attain excellence. To empower students to participate in social, cultural and economic spheres to participate and contribute positively to the upliftment of the society. Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics

makes continuous efforts to impart quality education to our students in order to equip them with necessary skills for the impending challenges of the future. With its regular academic programme of B.Com the institution has started new job oriented course B.M.S. (Bachelor of Management Studies) keeping the following objectives in mind: Provide platform for excellence in academic growth. Impart value based education in the context of global scenario, enabling students to become global citizens. To impart quality education and valuable service in the field of education. To attain community and social development. To ensure and inculcate perfect discipline amongst the students. To aim at overall personality development of the students. To enable students to face the challenges of the competitive world. To inculcate moral values amongst the students. To help the students in discovering their latent talents. To install awareness about social and ecological issues among students and help them in being socially conscious citizens. 6.1.2 What is the role of Top Management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans? Role of Management: The Management of the Bharat Education Society has been very active, supportive and cooperative. Members of the Management Dr. Satish T. Shah General Secretary, Shri. V. D. Birajdar Director (Sant Gadge Maharaj College) who has worked as a Principal for 30 years in the college, Dr. Rahul S. Shah-Joint Director are accessible to the teaching and non-teaching staff members and are always there to help us.

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Role of Principal: Principal is the academic head of the institution. Management gives utmost cooperation to Principal to fulfill the vision and mission of the institution. Principal is having 29 years of teaching experience. He is a research guide for Ph.D Degree students. He is working on various committees of Mumbai University. Our principal has a vision and leadership quality to keep the college developing. He acts as a guide and a philosopher. He has to work to achieve goals and objectives of the institutions. To manage all the aspects of college efficiently and effectively, he conducts regular meetings with staff members. Role of Faculty: The teaching should be student focused. Faculties help students in improvement of their results. Apart from that, the faculty plays an important role in character building. o Faculty acts as a guide and counsellor. They have to take care of all the needs of the students. o They have to inculcate human values so that students get transformed into good citizens. o They also coordinate with principal and management to ensure the smooth functioning of the college. o Faculties show respect towards students, staff members and other non-teaching staff.

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What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring? To fulfill our mission, Principal conduct staff meetings and responsibilities are delegated to teachers. We have: Examination committee Students council Unfair means enquiring committee Library committee Gymkhana committee NSS Unit Womens development Cell Placement Cell All these are displayed on notice board in the beginning of the term and also on the website. The head of the institution follows a democratic and active participative style of leadership, soliciting the total participation and active involvement of both teaching and non-teaching staff by conducting periodic meeting and arriving at a consensus. The head of the institution has long term vision for both, academics and administration. He guides. Initiates, persuades and convinces the

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staff to actively involve themselves in realizing the goals and objectives of the Management of the Institution. In addition to this, he also coordinates with outside agencies like University authorities, UGC, Joint Directors office and other government bodies to comply with necessary regulations. Every year along with admission form, we provide prospectus to the students, containing each and every information about rules, regulations, statutes and ordinances framed by the competent authorities and have a binding on the institutions. Principal conducts orientation meeting every year for F.Y.B.Com and B.M.S students. Feedback is also collected every year. Principal encourages teachers to fulfill their objectives and always welcomes innovations. 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? We are having local managing committee to formulate and implement various policies. The constitution of local managing committee is: President / Chairman, General Secretary of the Bharat Education Society. Representative of Management. Local Members elected by the teaching and non teaching staff. Principal as Secretary. The committee meets twice in a year. The duties of this committee are: To prepare budget and financial statement. To determine the programmes towards all-round progress of the students. To make recommendations to improve teaching standards. To formulate proposals of new expenditure not provided for in the college budget. To advise principal on various issues. The other important committees are: Examination Committee: This committee is formed as per University rules. This committee ensures proper organisation of internal examination, regular examination and repeater students examination, moderation of answer books of regular examination, preparation and declaration of results.

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Committee displays calendar for all examinations on notice board and website and conducting examination and declaration of results are transparent. Unfair means inquiring committee: The Unfair means enquiry committee follows rules and regulations framed by University of Mumbai. Parents of the students who have resorted to unfair means are called and matter is explained to them. Committee submits its report to the principal and accordingly action is taken. College Women Development Cell: Womens Development Cell is constituted as per Mumbai University norms. This Cell tries to encourage empowerment of girl students and protect their rights and privileges and suggest the security measures. Grievance Redressal Cell and Anti-Ragging Committee: These committees are formulated and displayed on notice board and website. There are very few grievances and no incidence of ragging.

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Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management? Management along with Principal motivates teachers and students to participate in various academic activities. How does the college groom leadership at various levels? Staff members are given authority and responsibility to complete the desired task in the best possible manner within the stipulated time. Principal is very vigilant about discipline, commitment and devotion towards the work allotted to the staff. The blend of control and freedom is a unique feature. This kind of leadership has generated a sense not only of belonging but also dedication among staff members and students. How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towards decentralized governance system? The college gives freedom to individual department to decide their distribution of workload, teaching plan, paper setting and assessment. The consolidated efforts of teachers bring in overall development of the personality of the students. Various committees are set up at the college level with a view to achieve the desired goals of the institution. Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If yes, indicate the levels of participative management. The Management gives advice to the Principal to make the organization stronger, but also more fair and humane.

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As a part of Participatory management the staff that is the teaching as well as the non-teaching staff, have input and influence over the decisions that affect the functioning of the institution. This is done through the standing committees monthly meetings wherein issues related to the day to day functioning of the institution are discussed and solutions are sought in a democratic manner. Before taking major academic decisions, the principal takes the opinion from the members of the staff who are affected by those decisions. Their observations, analysis, suggestions and recommendations in the executive decision making process are actively sought. This makes the staff feel needed and wanted, feel that they are respected, and their opinions count. Decisions tend to be better when they can call on a wider range of knowledge, information and experience. Brainstorming is done on a regular basis for pro-actively seeking participation in decision making. An annual review with all the stake holders in a development programme is conducted which is an important and valuable way to get feedback on recent activities, and inputs are inserted in the upcoming annual work plan. Similarly, an annual review with the staff is conducted to review the past year, successes, failures, lessons learned, and to obtain suggestions that can be put into the next annual work plan for the organization.

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Strategy Development and Deployment Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is a developed, driven, deployed and reviewed? College has formally stated quality policy which is based on vision and mission of the college. Our mission is to fulfill the aspirations of higher education of students belonging to the under-privileged strata of the society and to encourage and inspire teachers and students to work sincerely to attain excellence. To improve upon the quality, the department heads are given a task of completing the teaching plans. A feedback is taken about the progress achieved by the departments in regular meetings. To update knowledge and skill, the teachers are encouraged to participate in seminars, workshops and conferences.

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Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan. Yes. Considering the changing business environment and IT orientation, the institute has planned to introduce computer programming subject at S.Y. B.Com level. The college has started Post Graduation Course

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(M.Com) from the year 2013-14. The institution has also applied for starting research centre in the college.

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Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making process. The organizational structure of the college is sketched as under:

Governing Body of B. E. Society

Principal

Teaching Staff

Non Teaching Staff

Departmental Head

Head Clerk

Senior Clerks Assistant Professors Librarian Clerks and Support Staff

Library Staff

Various committees draw plans for curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular and sports activities. The suggestions of these committees are routed through local managing committee and decisions are taken accordingly as some decisions involve financial provisions. In the end, co-ordination is sought to achieve the desired objectives.

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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 resource management Industry interaction Teaching & Learning: Management ensures effective and efficient transaction of teaching learning process by:o Recruiting highly qualified and competent teaching faculty. o Encouraging teachers to participate in National and International seminars. o Encouraging teachers to undertake research projects. o Encouraging teachers to attend orientation and refresher courses. o Providing infrastructural facilities to teachers and students. Research & Development: The institution tries to promote research aptitude among faculty and students: o Three teachers are holding Ph.D Degree. o One teacher is holding M. Phil Degree. o Two teachers have completed Minor Research Projects. o Two teachers are pursuing Minor Research Projects. o Principal is a Ph.D research guide of University of Mumbai and has submitted a Major Research Project of UGC. Four research scholars have completed Ph.D under his guidance and five research scholars are pursuing Ph.D Degree. o Many teachers write articles in journals. o The college through the facility of INLIBNET has been subscribing to online journals to promote research environment. o Eminent research scholars are invited to guide teachers and students. o Institution has also applied to the University of Mumbai for recognition of Ph.D Research Centre. Community engagement: Series of programmes are organised for the community development. Every year we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj Week. During this week, the college conducts various activities like Blood Donation Camp, Eye Check up Camp, Thalessamia Awareness and Check up, Cleanliness Drive, Programmes on AntiAddiction and Anti-Superstition, Lectures on Various Social Issues for students and community people. Our NSS Unit is also active. Through NSS Unit, the college conducts various surveys in Khetwadi area on health issues like

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Malaria, Leprosy Awareness and Detection in association with Municipal Corporation Health Department and Maharashtra Government Health Department. Every year NSS Unit organises Rural Camp and help rural people. Various days like International Peace Day, NSS Day and International AIDS Day are observed. Human resource management: Faculty development programme was organised in the year 201011. The institution recruits faculty members and staff as per guidelines provided by University / State Government. Industry interaction: o College organises lectures of experts from industry banking, insurance company, etc. o Industrial visits are conducted. o Visits are conducted to corporate houses.

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How does the Head of the institution ensure that adequat6e information (from feedback and personal contacts etc.) is available for the top management and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution? The head of the institution gets the information through the feedback from students, alumni and faculty members. He also gets information through interaction with parents and reports of parents meetings. After thorough discussion, the existing facilities and activities are reviewed and decisions are taken for their implementation.

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How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes? The management encourages and supports involvement of the staff for improvement of effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes by the following ways: Having staff representative in the Colleges Local Managing Committee (LMC). Constituting various committees with teachers as conveners, members and coordinator. These committees play an important role in planning and implementation of activities in different spheres of institutional functioning.

6.2.7

Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions. The following resolutions were passed in the Governing Council Meetings held during the academic Year 2012-2013 To apply for starting: o M.Com Programme (2 years) from the academic Year 2013-14.

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o Computer Programming Subject at S.Y.B.Com Class from the academic year 2013-14. It was resolved to start Research Centre for Ph.D in Business Policy and Administration in the faculty of Commerce, University of Mumbai. It was resolved to apply to the University Grant Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) & 12B of UGC Act 1956. It was resolved to appoint the following Non-teaching Staff as per Selection Committee Report and Roster rules as under: o Shri. Santosh J. Gaikwad S.C. Category Library Attendant with effect from 19.06.2012 o Shri. Yogesh U. Dighe N.T. Category Class IV (Peon) with effect from 05.07.2012.

All the above resolutions stood fully implemented. 6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institute? If yes, what are the efforts made by institution in obtaining autonomy? Yes. As this college is progressing towards consolidating, its status as a model educational institution. We have accomplished most of the aspirations and now we shall think of autonomous status and accordingly proceed towards this goal. 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 college is having a Grievance Redressal Cell. However the college hardly receives any complaints.

6.2.9

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 theses? No. There has been no court case against the institution. 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? Yes, there is proper mechanism for seeking feedback and further actions.

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6.3 6.3.1

Faculty Empowerment Strategies What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non-teaching staff? In order to enhance the professional development of the teaching staff, the college takes every necessary step for their deputation to participate in various orientation, refresher courses, workshops, conferences and other academic programmes organised at State, National and International levels. What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retaining and motivation the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform? All necessary steps are taken to ensure the faculty empowerment through training and motivating the employees for roles and responsibility they perform. Their performance is reflected in their service record and recommendations are made for their placement to next higher grades. Four faculty members are associate professors and three are assistant professors. Two of the Assistant Professors will be promoted to Associate Professor next year. Prof. R. O. Patil received Gold Medal for research work from Bose Institute, Tamil Nadu. Prof. Salve won first prize in Thesis Presentation Competition organised by University of Pune.

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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. The mechanism being applied for the performance appraisal of the staff includes the evaluation, assessment and judgments on the basis of their performance in shouldering their assigned duties and responsibilities in the area of academic, co curricular, extracurricular, administrative affairs, institutional development, research work and social service. The performance is also evaluated on the basis of feedback sought from the students. 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? Considering the performance appraisal, management interacts with Principal and teacher concerned and gives suggestion to improve upon the performance of the concerned teacher.

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6.3.5

What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and nonteaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years? Welfare scheme includes group insurance for non-teaching staff. Being a government aided college; all staff members are entitled for medical reimbursement from the Government of Maharashtra. All the teaching and non-teaching members of the staff are covered under the State Government Pension as well as Gratuity Schemes. The Head Clerk of the college Shri. Ajit S. Kamble received medical reimbursement from the Government of Maharashtra of Rs. 17,753/in the year 2012-13 and Rs.1,42,398/- claim is yet to be received. What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty? There is a constant hunt and striving for eminence and excellence. Our faculty members have served in this institution for a long span of 3 to 4 decades finding the environment so healthy and cordial. The basic thrust of the institution is imparting education to the needy and underprivileged and have attracted education lovers to contribute to the cause of teaching.

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6.4 6.4.1

Financial Management and Resource Management What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources? The audit is conducted by the Chartered Accountant; thereafter an Assessment Audit is done by the Joint Director of Higher Education, State Government and the A. G. of Central Government (Maharashtra Circle, Mumbai). What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objectives/ provide the details on compliance. The institution has Internal Audit Committee that conducts the audit of accounts and detailed stock verification. Further, the external audit is conducted by the Joint Director office and Accountant Generals office. The audit up to 2010 was conducted in the month of January 2012 by Joint Director Office. No major objections have been raised by the external audit officers. What are the major sources of institutional receipts / funding and how is the deficit management? 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. The major sources of funding for the institution are as under: Salary grant from Government of Maharashtra (Joint Directors office)

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Local fund being collected from enrolled students in the shape of fee as per the fee structure of University.

Proper cash book and other accounting records are maintained for income and expenditure and utilization of those funds. The accounts are duly audited. 6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and the utilization of the same (if any). No additional funds are secured. The institution is recently registered under section 2(f) and 12B of UGC Act and is now going to apply to UGC for various schemes.

6.5 6.5.1

Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) 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? b. How many decisions of the IOAC have been approved by the management / authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented? c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them. d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC? e. How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution? a. Yes, the institution has established IQAC. With regard to quality assurance, the institutional policy is: i. To ensure improvement in all the institutional affairs. ii. To ensure optimum use of the resources available. iii. To sensitize the employees / students regarding importance of NAAC. iv. To prepare future / perspective plans. v. To initiate the process for organizing seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. vi. To identify the institutional strengths / handicaps and suggest the remedial measures for the improvement of overall quality. vii. To develop realistic and attainable quality benchmarks for every academic and administrative activity. viii. To generate and promote awareness in the institution about various developmental programmes and changes in the curricular and co-curricular activities. b. All decisions of IQAC are referred to concerned committees. The resolutions of committees are well considered and implemented. In case the question of implementation falls beyond the control of

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college administration, it is referred to the management of the Bharat Education Society. c. Yes. IQAC has external members including Alumni. Their suggestions are well considered and implemented from time to time. d. The alumni and students (through class representatives) are involved in the affairs of IQAC to ensure effective functioning of the cell. e. The IQAC communicates its decisions and policy matters to the institutional head who in turn engages the staff from different constituents to ensure the implementation of the decisions taken and the policies framed 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 operationalization. Yes, the institution has a well established mechanism for integration of quality assurance between academic and administrative activities. This mechanism also ensures a better association and correlation between academic and administrative activities. Regular meetings are conducted which help to maintain coordination. Does the institution provide training to its staff effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures? If yes, give details enumerating its impact. Meetings of various committees are convened from time to time and members are well trained for effective implementation of quality assurance procedures. This helps in guiding and training the members to ensure their better contribution towards overall institutional excellence. 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? Every semester, teaching plan is collected from teachers. Feedback from students is being collected. Assignments / Class tests are conducted at different intervals of time and evaluation are made accordingly. Quiz programmes / tutorials being organised. How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of relevant external quality assurance agencies / regulatory authorities? The internal quality assurance cell keeps track of the relevant changes in the mechanism happening in the major external agencies like University and its department. We intend implementing such innovative measures into our teaching and learning process. The model

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and novel methods of teaching with latest aids like LCD and Overhead Projectors. Examinations, paper assessment, model synoptic answers maintain uniformity in assessment. Such measures are being adopted as they ensure quality assurance. 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 management is conscious of the fact quality of education and excellence of institution is linked with the quality of teaching and learning. The modern teaching learning mechanism has been introduced including seminars, group discussions, lecture methods, assignments, remedial classes, etc. How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders? Members of the management, Alumni, staff, students and parents are involved in major decisions relating to the institution whenever needed and necessary. As a result the college enjoys support from different segments of the society. In this way institution apart from imparting quality education, contributes towards community development.

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CRITERION VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES


7.1 Environment Consciousness It is our foremost duty to protect the environment. Unless and until awareness is created among the young generation to protect and save environment, corrective measures can be initiated. For this various programme, activities and practical demo work has been carried out. This effort has helped us to spark the light in the mind of the students to do something for saving the environment. Making them aware about how conserving / preserving nature is possible as well as important. Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities? In Mumbai city, it is difficult for educational institute to conduct Green Audit. However, we plant trees in adopted area. Regular Awareness Campaign are organised in the college premises for the students. What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly? We regularly organise lectures on environmental issues for which we call eminent personalities from various areas working for Environmental Protection to create awareness among the students. Energy Conservation Project undertaken by NSS Students: To create awareness about conservation of energy, we have undertaken this project. 60 students participated in this project. Each student visited 20 families and guided them about conservation of electricity. They have collected electricity bills in the first month and subsequent two more bills in next two months and observed how many units of electricity have saved. Twelve hundred households contacted. Students carried out detailed analysis after explaining the importance of electricity conservation to the households; the electricity consumption has dropped down by 10 to 15 units in the visited households. Our students volunteer every year, conduct survey and spread awareness among the people of the surrounding area. This project is title as Energy Saving i.e. Vij Bachat. Under this project, students in their first visit collect the Electricity Bill from the resident. Then o one-to-one basis, they have been informed about How energy saving is important and vital for sustainable development and their role as citizen of India. After creating awareness and convincing community about importance of saving energy student visit after one month to the same resident. We would like to proudly put on record that this project has been successful and there has been remarkable reduction in the power consumption.

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Even students in the campus / class are informed about what are their responsibilities and role to save electricity. They have been asked how one student efforts will help country to have heavy saving of Electricity. Wherever they see there is careless use of electricity. They have to do counseling. This they follow at home and even while travelling in the train. They are trained in such a way that when lights or fans are not required, they themselves take initiative to switch them off. Water Conservation: Our students made Ad-Film on Social Issues titled TAHAAN (Thirst) which won third prize in Maharashtra Utsav a Fest organised by Marathi Leading Newspaper Maharashtra Times. The topic covered was to avoid wastage of drinking water and to save water an essential non-renewable resource. Construction of Bandhara: In rural camp 2012-13, our main theme was Conservation of Water. Our students constructed a Bandhara near Neral Railway Station. Sarpanch of Neral, Gram Panchayat and Ex-Sarpanch guided our students and supplied required material for construction of Bandhara. To clean the water of nalla, we planted Lotus plant in that nalla. Local news paper and media covered this news and it was published in Punya Nagari on 16th January 2013. Mr. Shekhar Bhadsawale, local leader also guided our students. The work is highly appreciated by local leaders and villagers. In Neral, there was a Kattcha road between water tank and main road. Workers found it very difficult to use that road; our students repaired that road, removed all stones and cleared the road. Now it is easy for workers to use that road. NSS Tree Plantation: Tree plantation drive was conducted at Mamdapur, Neral. 250 saplings were planted. Our NSS Volunteers not only participate in University sponsor program of tree plantation. They have also attended various programme related with Save Tree. Our volunteers carry out Tree Plantation in adopted area of Mamdapur in Neral. They not only but also see that the plants are alive. For this the local village school students have been given responsibility and each student adopts one plant. In the next visit local students who are able to maintain plant allotted to him, he has been rewarded. Due to this initiative every year the chance of saplings being alive is more than 90%.

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Street plays are performed in rural (adopted area) as well as our nearby surrounding to spread the message of conserving Tree thereby conserving Nature. Green Ganesha: The very famous festival of Lord Ganesh is celebrated in grant way in Maharashtra in general and Mumbai in particular. The Ganesha is worshipped in houses and mandals. Awareness drive is created among the community to go for eco-friendly Ganesha. But before spreading this message in the community, students have been first convinced about the use of eco-friendly ganesha and give a demo on how to make the same. This project is carried in great acceptance not only in the students community in particular but society in general. We carry out this project in association with NGO and Times Group. Dry and Wet Garbage: The college is being located at Central place, every square feet matters a lot. Buildings are constructed so closely with each other. The gap / distance between 2 buildings are called House Gali. Generally people throw waste from their window in the House Gali. This makes the city unclean. Our NSS students visit and make request to the people not to throw any waste from the window in House Gali. Management, staff and Students of this institute, in association with Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) carry out awareness drive in the surrounding area and request people to go for separation of Dry-Wet waste which helps the municipal corporation in proper disposable of waste. As only in South Mumbai, D ward 375 MT / per day waste is generated. (Source: http://www.mcgm.gov.in/irj/portal/anonymous/qlwardd) Our students efforts are acknowledged by BMC and the Local Corporators. Pamphlets are also distributed by organising rally in the surrounding area to create awareness about cleanliness. We train and boost our students to make things out of waste. Students are rewarded for making innovative products / projects. Nature Club: For making student nature friendly, our college Nature Club carries out various projects. Lectures / Seminar are organised to spread the message of nature conservation. We organise students visit to Dharavi slums emphasizing on solid waste management and its role in creation of slums, to learn how mangroves are playing multi-dimensional role in conservation of

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resources. We take students to Godrej mangroves at Vikhroli, Mumbai. Paper Bags: Every state government has initiated strict rules and regulations but its implementation still is the big question mark. Passivity and ignorance of government employee and non-support of community has failed all the measures taken by the government for not using plastics below 50 micron. As a part of social responsibility, our Nature Club member from last two years initiated the compassion Use of Paper Bag. Under this campaign, students make the paper bags and distribute it free of cost to the business community of Girgaum area and while doing this, student interact with consumers as well as businessmen especially Hawkers to not to use plastic bags. Rain water Harvesting: The importance of Rain Water Harvesting is conveyed to the student by organising special lecture. We are planning to set up such project in our institute in near future. Pollution Awareness Drive: During Diwali, we make an appeal and encourage students not to use crackers or those things which harm the nature or create pollution. Students also campaign during Ganpati Festival not to use chemical colours and make the Eco-Friendly Idols.

7.2

Innovations To impart practical skill among students, it is always our endeavour to organise various seminar and events. Whenever we organise cultural or extra-co-curricular activities, the entire responsibility of planning is given to the students under supervision of faculty. The only purpose is to make them competent to organise event. Even they are motivated to interact with visiting faculties. The special guidance lectures are organised on regular basis on various topic like personality development, stress management, yoga, industrial visits are organised for all the students to give them knowledge about how factory production process takes place. During Industrial Visits, various groups of students are formulated and responsibility to each and every group is fixed. This helps in their improvement of organizational skills. Demos are organised on how to appear for interviews, communication skill and so on. This reflects our task of making learner more practical oriented.

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Give details of innovations introduced in the last four years which has created a positive impact on the functioning of the college. To keep pace with teaching, college has modified and updated its IT Infrastructure. All the computers are having internet facility which students avail free of cost for academic purpose. LCD and OHP are purchased so that teachers can explain the topics with the help of PPT. Extra Remedial Lectures are organised in various subjects for students appearing for Final Examination of F.Y.B.Com to T.Y.B.Com and F.Y.B.M.S to T.Y.B.M.S in order to boost their confidence. Our task is not only to educate the student but also make them employable. Considering this task, our placement cell organises company placement for students. Many students got jobs. Library has been computerized. The number of reference and text books has increased drastically. Language Lab has been set up which help the students of vernacular medium to learn the Basics of English language and pronunciation. College website is regularly updated. The examination schedule and results are displayed online. Major events / notices are also displayed and circulated in the classroom to avoid any confusion among the students. To inculcate social awareness, our NSS team organising various lectures and seminars on various social issues. Students visit old age home and also distribute the Rakhis, Flags, etc. made by Mentally Retarded children. College regularly arranges industrial visits to various places like Silvassa, Vapi (Gujarat), Boisar, Tarapur, Tale, Virar in Maharashtra to make students conversant with factory working. The institute encourages teacher-friendly atmosphere which encourages students to resolve their personal complexities0.. Special lectures are held for those students who are academically poor.

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Best Practices: Elaborate on any two best practices as per the annexed format (see page..) which 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 1. Title of the Practice: Remedial Lecture Series 2. Goal: a. To inculcate interest and build confidence among the students whose academic performance is average or below average. b. To improve the academic performance of meritorious students. Many students are having financial as well as family constraints and therefore revisionary and extra lectures and study camps are organized for them. Previous years question papers are solved by giving synoptic answers. They have been given additional coaching at free of cost. Such coaching helps to solve their queries and they are free to open up their minds. Teachers take personal initiatives in coaching such students and instill their confidence. This practice helps to improve their performance in the examination. 3. Context: The students belonging to backward classes or economically backward class do face the problems of understanding basic concepts. Here through this innovative practice the students are given special attention as the batches are smaller in size. It improves their ability to understand basic concepts. 4. Practice: Revisionary lectures and incentive coaching is conducted after completion of portion in the regular lectures preferably before examination. Depending on the request and demand of the students, batches are made in such a way that personal attention can be given to each and every student. 5. Evidence of success: Every Sincere Effort Pays Back. This best practice is no exception to this saying. Results speak volumes about the end result these revisionary and incentive student coaching practice. There has been a rise in the percentage of passing at all levels. There has been drastic reduction of failure in the subjects like Mathematical and Statistical Techniques, Business Economics and Business Communication which

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students feel to be very tough and complicated subjects. Students outlook has been converted from negative to positive with such kind of lecture series. Programme: T.Y.B.Com. Year 2011-12 2012-13 Percentage result 70.49 72.00

6. Problem Encountered and Resource required: Majority of the students are working on a part-time basis and they earn a meager amount by way of salary. They need to earn while learning. However, finding time after regular lectures is a constraint for such employed students. Convincing them to attend such extra lecture after regular lectures is a difficult task. Teachers conducting such lectures, deliver the lectures voluntarily without demanding for any extra payment.

Best Practice II 1. Title of the Practice: Career Counselling and Placement Cell 2. Goal: a. To make students competent and make them aware about the recent trends in industries relating to employment opportunities. b. To provide exposure to exhibit their skills and talent. We presume that our responsibility is not only to educate students but also to help them in their future career development process. Considering this, we have established the above cell. The basic purpose is to orient students about the skills required by the companies. This cell has been established to provide gateway to the students in the industry. Majority of the students are not aware about their latent talent for which we in association with various institutes organise tests and accordingly gauge their intent and potential for future career and placement. 3. Context: In todays competitive world, it has been very challenging task to place the students in the companies. Students require communication skills, confidence and subject knowledge. Industry expectations are on a higher side. Through Career Counselling Cell, we organize various lectures and seminars for Personality Development of the students. Lectures include

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topics like Communication Skill, Current Industrial Scenario and Expectation of Industries as well as how to face Interviews and etc. We invite many companies for providing campus base placement opportunities to the students to ease the process of recruitment and placement. 4. Practice: The Placement Cell is well connected with the Corporate Officers and Companies. Companies approach the college placement cell at least Two times in a year. The companies will conduct a separate Entrance Test at college premises and shortlist the candidates after the interviews. But the final selection will be done at the respective companys headquarters and Placement Offer Letters will be issued to the selected candidates. 5. Evidence of success: Many students who got selected through Placement Cell have excelled in their career. Because of the Placement Cell, there is competition among the students to get better packages. There has been tremendous improvement in the Personality Development of the students. Details of Campus interviews held and students selected from the academic year 2011-12: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 No. of Students appeared for the interview 100 42 10 100 24 279 14 02 05 06 05 05 No. of Students Selected 10 06 04 03 01 02 Page 128

Name of the Company Allana Institute Single Point Management Nokia L & C Lodha Foundation Tata Consultancy Services Limited AMCAT Career Net (PEP) Counsulting Popley Laclassique G. P. Kapadia & Co. Chartered Accounts Shantilal Chandatiya & Company Chartered Accounts UXL Corporate Services Ador Multiproducts Limited Quadra Infotech

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HDFC Life In Orbit Services Hindustan Times

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6. Problem Encountered and Resource required: The biggest problem is students active participation as majority of our students is from lower middle class family background. Lacking in Presentation Skills and Communication Skills but still then our Management is kind enough to provide all necessary tools to the students such as Computer Laboratory, Free Internet facility, books and magazines on General Issues and Language Lab facility. Majority of the companies offer jobs in the field of marketing, which students do not prefer. Convincing them to start their career with whatever opportunity they get is the biggest task. Contact Details: Name of the Principal: Name of the institution: City: Accredited Status: Work Phone: Website: Mobile: C++ 022 2382 4204 www.sgmcollege.in 9920489576 Fax: E-mail: 022 2382 4202 shinde_keshavrao@yahoo.co.in Dr. K. Y. Shinde BESs Sant Gadge Maharaj College of Commerce and Economics Mumbai Pin Code: 400 004

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C. INPUTS FROM THE DEPARTMENTS (I) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
1. Name of the department: Commerce. Year of Establishment: 1972. Names of Programmes / Courses offered: B.Com. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce, Management and Information Technology. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts: Designation Principal Associate Professors Assistant Professors Sanctioned 01 01 01 Filled 01 01 01

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

No. of No. of Ph.D Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4 years M.Com, Dr. Keshav Principal Commerce 29 Years 08 M.Phil, PhD Y. Shinde M.Com, Associate C. ICWA, Commerce 28 Years Nil Professor Karunanidhi PGDEM M.Com, Assistant Dr. Deepak Commerce 11 Years Nil MMM, PhD Professor M. Salve 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. 14. Student Teacher Ratio 120:1

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Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ M.Phil/PG.: Name Dr. Keshav Y. Shinde C. Karunanidhi Dr. Deepak M. Salve Qualification M.Com, M.Phil, PhD M.Com, ICWA, PGDEM M.Com, MMM, PhD Specialization Commerce Commerce Commerce

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Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: We are planning to undertake Major Research Project in the coming academic year from UGC.
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Research Centre / facility recognized by the University: We have applied for a research centre to the University of Mumbai in August 2013. Publications:

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Name of the Teachers

Details of seminars and workshop attained. Research:

Dr. K. Y. Shinde

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Completed a Major Research Project (MRP) funded by U.G.C. Topic: Critical Assessment of Educational Scholarships and Loan Schemes for SC / ST Students.

Publication Research Papers: 1) Global Journal o Management Application a quarterly Journal, Role of Leader as a Change Agent for developing Proactive and People Oriented Organisations. Volume II No (2), April June 2012. Research Scholar, Scholars Association, Kerla, Talent Management An emerging and essential mechanism for sustenance and enhancement of quality in Higher Education, December 2012 Volume II, No. IV A, ISSN 2249-6696.

Prof. D. M. Salve

2)

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Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Dr. K. Y. Shinde o He is a member of Local Inquiry Committee of University of Mumbai to evaluate colleges for granting permission for commencing new courses. o He is a member of BUTR & RRC, University of Mumbai. o He is a member of Syllabus Committee (T.Y.B.Com, M.Com, Business Management) Dr. Deepak Salve o He is a member of Organising Committee (Department of Students Welfare) in University of Mumbai. Student projects a. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil

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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 List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Nil Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil Student profile programme/course wise: Academic Year 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 27. Course F.Y.B.Com (Commerce I) S.Y.B.Com (Commerce II) T.Y.B.Com (Commerce III) T.Y.B.Com (Export Marketing) Male 290 173 167 126 Female 70 84 61 48 Total 360 257 228 174

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Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13: No. of students appeared 335 No. of students passed 323 Percentage of passing

Class F.Y.B.Com. Semester I F.Y.B.Com. Semester II S.Y.B.Com. Semester III S.Y.B.Com. Semester IV T.Y.B.Com

Subject

Commerce I

96.41

Commerce II MHRM Export Marketing

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226 188 174

89.68 84.30 87.43

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Diversity of Students: In all, hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States.

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How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Information is not available. Student progression The subject of Commerce is a compulsory subject at the at all three levels. Hence there is tremendous scope for higher studies for students. Many students have completed Post Graduation in Commerce. Many have completed MBA and also professional courses like C.A., C.S., ICWA, etc. Details of Infrastructural facilities a. Library: Library facility is made available to students b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

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Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 69 Students from F.Y.B.Com Opting for Commerce, 46 students from S.Y.B.Com and 39 students from T.Y.B.Com received financial Assistance from the government. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. Guest lecturers are also arranged for T.Y students. Revision of the syllabus is done with the help of PowerPoint Presentations.

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Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Dr. K. Y. Shinde: He is the Principal of the College from 2 years. o He is a member of Executive Committee ANGC (Association of Non Government Colleges) o He is a member of Local Inquiry Committee of University of Mumbai to evaluate colleges for granting permission for commencing new courses o He is a Director of PhD Research Centre, Siddharth College of Commerce & Economics, Fort Mumbai 400 001. o He was a Chairman of Board of Studies (BOS, Business Management), University of Mumbai from September 200510. o He was a member of Academic Council of University of Mumbai from September 2005-10. o He is a member of BUTR & RRC, University of Mumbai. o He is a member of Syllabus Committee (T.Y.B.Com, M.Com, Business Management) C. Karunanidhi: He is Head of the Department of Commerce from last 10 years. o He is the Chairman of Examination Committee for F.Y & S.Y Examinations. o He is Examiner and Moderator in the subject of Cost Accounting and MHRM at T.Y.B.Com University Examination. o He was coordinator for the NAAC Accreditation and prepared self-study report in 2004. o He was staff secretary for 13 years. o He was Professor-In-Charge for sports for 13 years. o He was coordinator of BMS for 3 years. o He is a member of the Admission Committee. o He was the college IQAC coordinator. Dr. Deepak Salve: He is B.M.S Coordinator. o He is Chairperson of Cultural Association. o He is member of Examination Committee. o He is a member of Alumni Association. o He is member of College Magazine Committee. o He is a member of IQAC. o He is a Chairman of Students Council. o He is a Chairman of Placement Cell. o He is a Chairman of Backward Class Cell (B. C. Cell). o He is In-charge of organising Industrial Visit. o He is a member of Organising Committee (Department of Students Welfare) in University of Mumbai.

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SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS: The syllabus being designed by the University, there is little scope for alteration / modification. The syllabus is majorly theory based and hence there is little scope for its practical application.

STRENGTH: Commerce Department is having faculties with wide experience in the field of academics and corporate. This helps students not only to gain theoretical knowledge but also practical discussion of case studies. Students are motivated to carry out project based on primary data, which gives them exposure to the market conditions. OPPORTUNITIES: Majority of the subjects (Courses) are related with business aspects which gives opportunity for the students to easily get job in the field of Commerce and Banking. Sessions like Personality Development Mould Students to meet the requirement of corporate to some extent. After Graduation, there is ample scope to opt for various professional courses like C.A, ICWA, CS, MBA, MMS and so on.

CHALLENGES: Creating interest among the students about theoretical subjects taught is the biggest challenge for the teacher fraternity.

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(II) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY


1. Name of the department: Accountancy. Year of Establishment: 1972. Names of Programmes / Courses offered B.Com Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce and Management. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts Designation Associate Professor Clock Hour Basis Sanctioned 01 Filled 01 01

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

Name

Qualification

Designation Specialization

No. of Years of Experience

No. of Ph.D. Students guided for the last 4 years

Rajesh R. Shah

Himesh Thanawala 11.

B.Com (Hons) F.C.A AICPA (USA) B.Com (Hons) A.C.A

Associate Professor

Auditing & Taxation Auditing & Taxation

30 Years

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Clock Hour Basis

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List of senior visiting faculty: Nil Percentage of lectures delivered and practical handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty Percentage of Lectures By Temporary faculty 80% Percentage of Practicals By Temporary faculty Nil classes

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Programme B.Com. 13.

Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. Student-Teacher Ratio 120:1

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Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ M.Phil/PG.: Name Rajesh R. Shah Qualification Fellow Chartered Accountant AICPA (USA) Specialization Auditing & Taxation

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Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil Publications: Nil Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Nil Student projects a. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil b. Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil

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Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Nil Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding Nil Student profile programme/course wise: Academic Year 2012-13 Course T.Y.B.Com (Accountancy) Male 167 Female 61 Total 228

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27. Class

Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13 Subject Accountancy I Accounts III Direct & Indirect Tax No. of students appeared 223 223 136 No. of students passed 175 200 125 Percentage of passing 78.47 89.68 91.91

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Diversity of Students: In all hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Information is not available. Student progression: The students who have opted for Accounting and Auditing has scope of progression for M.Com Course, ICWA and C.A Course. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a. Library: Library facility is made available to students b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

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Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 39 Students from T.Y.B.Com received financial Assistance from government. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. T.Y.B.Com. Students are given hands on training for the subject of Computer Systems and Application through practicals.

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Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Rajesh R. Shah: Head of the Department has been actively involved in numerous institutional activities essential for the smooth functioning of the college: o He is the college IQAC member. o He is the member of NAAC committee. o He is the member of the Library. o He is a member of the Admission Committee. o He is a member of the Grievance Cell and Anti Ragging Committee. o He is a member of the Unfair Means Committee. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS Being a compulsory subject in F.Y.B.Com level, S.Y.B.Com level and T.Y.B.Com level requires hard work.

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STRENGTH Being a Commerce College, knowledge of Accountancy is very important and basic requirement to understand accounts of proprietary concern, partnership concern and joint stock companies. Knowledge of the above accounting procedure helps the students to understand basics of accountancy. OPPORTUNITIES Knowledge of the subject of the Environmental Studies is a must in todays world. Students can pursue more advanced courses in the subject and it would help them to raise up to Global Level such as Environmental Consultancy, Environmental Auditing, etc.

CHALLENGES Being in a Commerce and Management world, Environmental scope is in practical decreasing, enough efforts should be made to popularize environmental approach and public awareness.

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(III) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS


1. Name of the department: Economics. Year of Establishment: 1972 Names of Programmes / Courses offered: B.Com Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce, Management and Information Technology. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts Designation Associate Professors Assistant Professor Sanctioned 01 01 Filled 01 01

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

Name

Qualification Designation

Specialization

No. of Years of Experience

No. of Ph.D. Students guided for the last 4 years

Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni

M.A, M.Phil, DHE M.A (Eco), M.A. (Socio), NET

Associate Professor And Head Of the Department Asst. Prof

Economics

27 Years

Nil

Vijay Nandure 11.

Economics

7 Years

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List of senior visiting faculty: Nil Percentage of lectures delivered and practical handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. Student-Teacher Ratio 120:1 classes

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Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ M.Phil/PG.: Name Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Vijay L. Nandure Qualification M.A., M.Phil, DHE M.A. (Eco), M.A. (Socio), NET Specialization Economics Economics

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Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil Publications: Nil Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Prof. Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni Chairperson and Examiner in the subject of Rural Marketing at T.Y.B.Com level. Student projects a. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil b. Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil

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Student profile programme/course wise: Total Male and Female for the year 2012-13

Academic Year 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 27.

Course F.Y.B.Com (Business Economics I) F.Y.B.Com (Foundation Course I) S.Y.B.Com (Business Economics II) S.Y.B.Com (Economic System) T.Y.B.Com (Business Economics III) T.Y.B.Com (Rural Marketing)

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Female

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360

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84 44 61 23

257 129 228 84

Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13 No. of students appeared 335 335 335 335 252 129 252 129 223 84 No. of students passed 291 284 300 305 205 121 222 121 204 84 Percentages of passing 86.86 84.77 89.55 91.04 81.43 93.79 88.09 93.79 91.47 100.00

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Subject Business Economics I Foundation Course I Business Economics I Foundation Course I Business Economics II Economic System Business Economics II Economic System Business Economics III Rural Marketing

Diversity of Students: In all hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Information is not available. Student progression Business Economics is a compulsory subject at all levels. But there is no specialization in Economics; hence there is very little scope for higher studies in Economics. Few students pursue M.A. in Economics.

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Details of Infrastructural facilities a. Library: Library facility is made available to students b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Air ConditionedComputer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

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Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 69 Students from F.Y.B.Com, 46 students from S.Y.B.Com and 39 students from T.Y.B.Com received financial Assistance from government. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. For T.Y.B.Com students, revisionary lectures are conducted. Guest lecturers are also organised for the students. Using PowerPoint Presentations and Overhead Projectors for revisionary lectures for all the classes. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Mrs. A. D. Kulkarni: Head of the Department has been actively involved in numerous institutional activities essential for the smooth functioning of the college: o She is Chairperson and Chief Moderator for Rural Marketing paper at T.Y.B.Com University Examination. o She is the Deputy Chairperson of Commerce Association and Planning Forum. o She is the member of National Service Scheme (N.S.S) o She is the member of the Library Committee. o She is a member of the Alumni Association. o She is Professor in Charge of Womens Development Cell. o She is member of Anti Ragging and Counseling Committee. o She is a member of College Magazine Committee.

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Vijay L. Nandure: He is the Programme Officer of National Service Scheme (N.S.S) o He is the Deputy Chairperson for Anti Ragging and Counseling Committee. o He is an IQAC member. o He is a member of Unfair-Means Enquiry Committee. o He is a member of Discipline Committee. o He is also a member of Womens Development Cell. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS There is no specialization at undergraduate level.

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STRENGTH Business Economics is a practical subject and useful in Industry, trade and Commerce, banking, finance. Many students are working in different organisations. OPPORTUNITIES Lot of opportunities are now available in the field of finance, marketing, banking, HR, insurance, foreign trade etc.

CHALLENGES To create greater sustained interest and compatibility of the students in the subject.

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1. Name of the department: Mathematics and Statistics and Computer System. Year of Establishment: 1972 Names of Programmes / Courses offered: B.Com Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce, Management and Information Technology. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts Designation Associate Professors Clock Hour Basis Sanctioned 01 Filled 01 01

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

Name

Qualification

Designation

Specialization

No. of Years of Experience

No. of Ph.D Students guided for the last 4 years

Narayan M. Potekar Munwar Patankar 11.

M.Sc.

M.C.A

Associate Professor And Head Of the Department Clock Hour Basis

Statistics

29 Years

Nil

Computer

5 Years

Nil

List of senior visiting faculty: Nil Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty Percentage Of Lectures By Temporary faculty 80% Percentage of Practicals By Temporary faculty 20%

12.

Programme B.Com. 13.

Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. Student Teacher Ratio 120:1 For Theory and 1:30 for Tutorials Practicals

and

14.

Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.: Name Narayan M. Potekar Munwar Patankar Qualification M.Sc. M.C.A Specialization Statistics Computer

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Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil Publications: Nil Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Nil Student projects a. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil b. Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil Student profile programme/course wise: Course F.Y.B.Com. (Mathematics and Statistics) T.Y.B.Com (Computer System and Applications) Male 290 Female 70 Total 360

24.

25.

26.

Academic Year 2012-13

2012-13

17

11

28

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Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13 No. of students appeared 335 No. of students passed 287 Percentage of passing 85.67

Class F.Y.B.Com. Semester I F.Y.B.Com. Semester II T.Y.B.Com. Annual Pattern 28.

Subject Mathematical and Statistical Techniques Mathematical and Statistical Techniques Computer System And Applications

335

285

85.07

28

24

85.71

Diversity of Students: In all hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Information is not available. Student progression The subject of Mathematical and Statistical Techniques is a compulsory subject at the F.Y.B.C.om level and not in S.Y.B.Com and T.Y.B.Com level. Hence there is no scope for higher studies for students. Details of Infrastructural facilities a. Library: Library facility is made available to students. b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

29.

30.

31.

32.

Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 69 Students from F.Y.B.Com Opting for Mathematics and Statistics and 39 students from T.Y.B.Com received financial Assistance from government.

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Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. In addition to theory classes, students are divided into smaller groups of 25-30 students and special practice classes for solving more problems are given to F.Y.B.Com. students. T.Y.B.Com. Students are given hands on training for the subject of Computer Systems and Application through practicals. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Mr. Narayan M. Potekar Head of the Department has been actively involved in numerous institutional activities essential for the smooth functioning of the college: o He is the college IQAC coordinator. o He is the coordinator of NAAC committee. o He is the Chairman of the College Gymkhana. o He is a member of the Admission Committee. o He is a Chairman of the Grievance Cell and Anti Ragging Committee. o He was Chairman of the College Examination Committee. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS Being confined only to the fresher of F.Y.B.Com, the scope has been critically curtailed. Since the subject is pursued only for a year, the advanced studies seem a farfetched metaphor.

34.

35.

36.

STRENGTH Commerce education is all about accounts, finance and analysis and mathematics is the tool for handling these varied issues. Students who aspire for higher and chosen studies in banking, managements and finances, mathematical aptitude is very vital for them. OPPORTUNITIES Computation methods are best understood and can be comprehended with a strong base in mathematics.

CHALLENGES To create greater sustained interest and compatibility of the students in the subject.

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(V) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES


1. Name of the department: Environmental Studies. Year of Establishment: 1972 Names of Programmes / Courses offered: B.Com Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce, Management and Information Technology. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts Designation Assistant Professor Sanctioned 01 Filled 01

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

Name

Qualification

Designation

Specialization

No. of Years of Experience

No. of Ph.D. Students guided for the last 4 years

M.A. M.A. Rajashekhar O. Patil LL.M P.G.D.B.M Ph.D 11. Assistant Professor Head Of the Department

Geography Subject Communicatio n Law Personal Management Solid Waste Management

16 Years

Nil

List of senior visiting faculty: Sirajuddin M. Horaginmani Senior Scientist, Bharathi Dassan University, Thiruchi, TN. Dr. L.T. Nayak H.O.D & Research Guide, Geography, Karnataka Science College, Dharwad, Karnataka. Poonam Singavi Founder President, Hariyali (Environmental NGO), Thane. Ramkrishna Naik H.O.D & Research Guide, Law, Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty Nil Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. Student-Teacher Ratio 120:1 classes

12.

13.

14.

Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.: Name Rajashekhar O. Qualification M.A., M.A., LL.M, Specialization Geography /

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PGDBM, PhD Environmental Studies Patil Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil Publications: 1) U. Y Dhupdale and Rajashekhar O. Patil Volume I No II-B ISSN-2249-6696 Peer Referred Quaterly Inter Disciplinary Research Journal, December 2012 0020 Diminishing Rate of Convictions in Maharashtra Causes and Effects. 2) U. Y Dhupdale and Rajashekhar O. Patil THEMATICS JOURNAL OF LAW Peer Reviewed International Research Journal ISSN-2249-9806 November 2012 Higher education and Intellectual Property Rights. 3) Mahesh Patil and Rajashekhar O. Patil Research Journal Misbah ISSN-0976-2523 2012 June December Book 8 Volume 8, M.E.S. College Nedumkandan Peer Referred Inter Disciplinary Research Journal Role of Elementary Education to Eradicate Caste Discrimination. 4) Rajashekhar O. Patil and Sunil Shete Research Lines ISSN 0975-8941 Peer Referred Inter Disciplinary Research Journal volume v no 2 December 2012 Deva Matha College Koravilugad The Quantitative Analysis of Dharavi (Mumbai).

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18.

19.

20.

Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Nil

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Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: Nil 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: Indira Priyadarshni, Tamil Nadu. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Sirajuddin M. Horaginmani Senior Scientist, Bharathi Dassan University, Thiruchi, TN. Dr. L.T. Nayak H.O.D & Research Guide, Geography, Karnataka Science College, Dharwad, Karnataka. Poonam Singavi Founder President, Hariyali (Environmental NGO), Thane. Ramkrishna Naik H.O.D & Research Guide, Law, Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil Student profile programme/course wise: Course F.Y.B.Com. (Environmental Studies) S.Y.B.Com (Foundation Course II) Male 290 173 Female 70 84 Total 360 257

24.

25.

26.

Academic Year 2012-13 2012-13 27.

Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13 No. of students appeared 335 335 252 252 No. of students passed 329 325 247 249 Percentage of passing 98.02 97 98.01 98.80

Class F.Y.B.Com. Semester I F.Y.B.Com. Semester II S.Y.B.Com. Semester III S.Y.B.Com.

Subject Environmental Studies Environmental Studies Foundation Course II Foundation Course II

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Semester IV 28. Diversity of Students: In all hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States. 29. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Information is not available. Student progression The subject of Environmental Studies is a compulsory subject at the F.Y.B.C.om level and S.Y.B.Com level. Hence there is no scope for higher studies for students. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a. Library: Library facility is made available to students b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection. 32. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 69 Students from F.Y.B.Com Opting for E.V.S. and 46 students from S.Y.B.Com received financial Assistance from government. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Remedial lectures are held for the academically weaker students. In addition to theory classes, students are divided into smaller groups of 25-30 students and special practice classes are given to F.Y.B.Com students.

30.

31.

33.

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Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Rajashekhar O. Patil Head of the Department has been actively involved in numerous institutional activities essential for the smooth functioning of the college: o He is the college IQAC member. o He is the member of NAAC committee. o He is the member of the College Gymkhana. o He is a member of the Admission Committee. o He is a member of the Grievance Cell and Anti Ragging Committee. o He is a member of the College Examination Committee. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans WEAKNESS Being a compulsory subject at F.Y.B.Com level only and not continued thereafter, there is no scope for further development in the subject. Foundation Course II at S.Y.B.Com level also have the similar weakness. CHALLENGES Being in a Commerce and Management world, Environmental scope is in practical decreasing, enough efforts should be made to popularize environmental approach and public awareness.

36.

STRENGTH Being a Commerce College, knowledge of Environmental Studies is a basic tool to understand surrounding Environment, Ecological Aspects, Understand the Society and to build up healthy relations among the citizens. OPPORTUNITIES Knowledge of the subject of the Environmental Studies is a must in todays world. Students can pursue more advanced courses in the subject and it would help them to raise up to Global Level such as Environmental Consultancy, Environmental Auditing, etc.

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(VI) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH / BUSINESS COMMUNICATION


1. Name of the department: English / B.C. Year of Establishment: 1972 Names of Programmes / Courses offered: B.Com. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Commerce, Management and Information Technology. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates Seminars, Refreshers Courses, Orientation Courses, Workshops, Syllabus Restructuring etc. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil Number of teaching posts Designation Associate Professors Assistant Professors Sanctioned 01 Filled 01

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Aided Section

designation,

Name

Qualification

Designation

Specialization

No. of Years of Experience

No. of Ph.D. Students guided for the last 4 years Nil

Dr. Manjari Tiwari 11.

M.A., Ph.D

Assistant Professor

Business Communication

13 Years

List of senior visiting faculty: Nil Percentage of lectures delivered and practical handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.Com. Student-Teacher Ratio 120:1 For Theory and 1:30 for Tutorials classes

12.

13.

14.

Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.: Name Dr. Manjari Tiwari Qualification M.A., Ph.D Specialization English

15.

16.

Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil

17.

18.

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Publications: Roots and Shadows:- A Small Scale Forest sag in R. S. Pathaked. The fiction of Shashi Deshpande (New Delhi, Creative Books 1998) Testing of Language CTSA Journal, New Delhi, Published Sting in the Ta(I)le Politics in the God of Small Things in R. S. Pathaked, Anthology of Critism on Arundhati Royls novel, creative books, New Delhi, Published Diasporic Configurations and Experiences in Contemporary English Poetry of Indian Diaspora in America published in the 1998 winter issue of Journal Points of view (Ghaziabad) Savarna Devata: Journal of Literature and Aesthetics Dalit Devata: Vol. 12, No. 1 Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Nil Student projects: Nil Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil Student profile programme/course wis: Course F.Y.B.Com. (Business Communication) Male 290 Female 70 Total 360

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

26.

Academic Year 2012-13

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Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13 No. of students appeared 335 335 No. of students passed 311 307 Percentages of passing 92.83 91.64

Class F.Y.B.Com. Semester I F.Y.B.Com. Semester II 28.

Subject Business Communication Business Communication

Diversity of Students: In all, hardly 3-7 students out of around 840 students are from other States. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Information is not available. Student progression The subject of Mathematical and Statistical Techniques is a compulsory subject at the F.Y.B.C.om level and not in S.Y.B.Com and T.Y.B.Com level. Hence there is no scope for higher studies for students. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a. Library: Library facility is made available to students b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

29.

30.

31.

32.

Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 69 Students from F.Y.B.Com Opting for Business Communication and received financial Assistance from government. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminar, workshops etc offered by other Departments.

33.

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Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Use of PPTs, Lectures and innovative methods like Role play, management games, etc. used to improve the overall process of learning. For failure students, Remedial lectures are conducted in both the semesters. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS Students coming from weaker sections from the society need to get exposed to the new trends in the corporate world. As the students of Commerce, they need to understand the changing professional scene and accordingly prepare themselves. They can turn their weaknesses into their strengths with proper guidance and counseling. CHALLENGES Enabling students:o To technically equip the students so as to impart knowledge; and o To make them strong stakeholders of industry.

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36.

STRENGTH Our students, a well equipped library, language software and internet.

OPPORTUNITIES Department of English in collaboration with other departments intends to create new opportunities for the students. Students of Commerce if systematically equipped can venture into different industries. The subject with the help of different tools can equip them with good communication and professional skills.

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(VII) EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES


1. Name of the department: Management Studies. 2. Year of Establishment: 2005-06 (B.M.S). 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered: Bachelor of Management Studies. 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Management. 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester and Choice Based Credit and Grading System. 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The teaching Faculty Participates in Seminars and Workshops. 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of teaching posts: Except Prof. Atiq Akbar Dhanse, other members of the faculty are on Clock Hour basis. (visiting faculty)

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Faculty profile with name, qualification, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Unaided Section Self Financing

designation,

Sr. No.

Name

Qualification

No. of Ph.D No. of Students Years Designation Specialization guided of for the Experience last 4 years B.M.S Coordinator Assistant Professor Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Visiting Faculty Marketing 11 Years Nil

Dr. Deepak M. Salve Prof. Atiq Dhanse Ms. Farah Fakki Prof. N. M. Potekar Prof. M. Patankar Prof. Ganesh Achwal Prof. Mrs. Kulkarni Prof. Dr. R. O. Patil Prof. Afatab A. Prof. Sahil Rajani Prof. Saher Rajani Prof. Himesh Thanawala Prof. Ms. Rachana Kamath Prof. Nandure Vijay

M.Com, MMM, SET, Ph.D M.Com.(Mgmnt), M.A. (Eco), M.B.A.(FM) M.M.S. M.Sc. M.C.A. M.COM, LL.B M.A., M.Phil M.A. Ph.D, LL.M B.A., LL.B M.COM, MBA M.COM, MBA

2 3 4 5 6 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.

Finance Marketing Statistics

02 Years 01 Year 29 Years 07 Years 10 Years 23 Years 15Years 06 Years 05 Years 01 Years

Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil

Computer Human Resource Economics Geography Law Marketing Marketing

12.

B.Com, CA

Finance Human Resource Economics

02 Years

Nil

13.

B.Com, MBA

02Years

Nil

14.

M.A., NET

06

Nil

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List of senior visiting faculty: Full Time: Internal visiting faculty: External visiting faculty:

01 05 08

12.

Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: 75% Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Programme B.M.S Student Teacher Ratio 5.71:1

13.

14.

Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Administrative Staff: 01 Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.: Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Name Dr. Deepak M. Salve Prof. Atiq Dhanse Ms. Farah Fakki Prof. N. M. Potekar Prof. M. Patankar Prof. Ganesh Achwal Prof. Mrs. Kulkarni Prof. Dr. R. O. Patil Prof. Afatab A. Prof. Sahil Rajani Prof. Saher Rajani Prof. Himesh Thanawala Prof. Ms. Rachana Kamath Prof. V. L. Nandure Qualification M.Com, MMM, SET, Ph.D M.B.A. M.M.S. M.Sc. M.C.A. M.COM, LL.B M.A., M.Phil M.A. Ph.D, LL.M B.A., LL.B M.COM, MBA M.COM, MBA B.Com, CA B.Com, MBA M.A., NET Specialization Marketing Finance Marketing Statistics Computer Human Resource Economics Geography Law Marketing Marketing Finance Human Resource Economics

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Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: We are planning to undertake Major Research Project in the coming academic year from UGC. Research Centre / facility recognized by the University: We have applied for a Research Centre to the University of Mumbai in August 2013. Publications:

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18.

19. Sr. No. 1

Name of the Teachers Prof. D. M. Salve

Details of seminars and workshop attained. Publication Research Papers: 1) Global Journal of Management Application a quarterly Journal, Role of Leader as a Change Agent for developing Proactive and People Oriented Organisations. Volume II No (2), April June 2012. 2) Research Scholar, Scholars Association, Kerla, Talent Management An emerging and essential mechanism for sustenance and enhancement of quality in Higher Education, December 2012 Volume II, No. IV A, ISSN 2249-6696.

20.

Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil Faculty as members in: Dr. Deepak Salve He is a member of Organising Committee (Department of Students Welfare) in University of Mumbai. Student projects a. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100% b. Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil

21.

22.

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Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Dr. Sanjay Kaptan Head Department of Commerce, University of Pune. Dr. Arvind Dhond St. Xaviers College, Mumbai. Shri. Parvez Balaporia VP, Axis Bank. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil Student profile programme/course wise: Academic Year 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 Total Course F.Y.B.M.S (Semester I) S.Y.B.M.S (Semester III) T.Y.B.M.S (Semester V) Male 21 26 19 66 Female 02 07 05 14 Total 23 33 24 80

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26.

27.

Passing Percentage of Students in the academic year 2012-13: No. of students appeared 24 24 No. of students passed 13 11 Percentages of passing 54.16 45.83

Class T.Y.B.M.S (Semester V) T.Y.B.M.S (Semester VI) 28.

Diversity of Students: In all, 2 students out of 80 students are from other States. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? 05. Student progression The subject of Management is a compulsory subject at all the three levels. Many students have completed Post Graduation in Management. Many have completed MBA / MMS and also professional courses.

29.

30.

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Details of Infrastructural facilities a. Library: Library facility is made available to the students. b. Internet facilities for Staff & Students: This facility is made available in College Computer Laboratories. c. Class rooms with ICT facility: Classrooms are having ICT facility. d. Laboratories: Yes two Computer Laboratories with LAN and Internet Connection.

32.

Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Nil. This course is Self-financing course.

33.

Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: The students participate in the seminars and workshops. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Guest lecturers are also arranged for T.Y. students. Revision of the syllabus is done with the help of PowerPoint Presentations. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Dr. Deepak Salve: He is B.M.S Coordinator. o He is Chairperson of Cultural Association. o He is member of Examination Committee. o He is a member of Alumni Association. o He is member of College Magazine Committee. o He is a member of IQAC. o He is a Chairman of Students Council. o He is a Chairman of Placement Cell. o He is a Chairman of Backward Class Cell (B. C. Cell). o He is In-charge of organising Industrial Visit. o He is a member of Organising Committee (Department of Students Welfare) in University of Mumbai.

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SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: WEAKNESS: Syllabus is not full proof industry oriented.

STRENGTH: Being management department, all efforts are made to appoint visiting faculties having corporate exposure. This helps students to gain a lot about practical world of corporate. Students are given project work in all the subjects which gives chance to exhibit their talent. Industrial visits are organised to give practical knowledge of factory working. OPPORTUNITIES: There are more than 39 subject papers and one Project work in BMS Course. It enhances their theoretical knowledge and gain practical exposure through Campus Interviews. They may pursue higher education like MBA, CA or any other preferable course.

CHALLENGES: Meeting industry demand is the main challenge.

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Post-Accreditation Initiatives
Bharat Education Societys Sant Gadge Maharaj College has undergone the Accreditation process in the year April 2004. The college has emphasized its focus and accordingly put sincere efforts on Quality sustenance and enhancement from that time. Various academic programme and curricular activities were undertaken. Under the guidance of Management and the Principal, various activities are planned for students to motivate and create interest in the studies, seminars and lectures were organised on topics like Personality Development, Facing Interviews, Leadership Qualities, Recent Trends in Commerce, etc. There has been remarkable improvement in the performance and outlook of the students. The faculty members of the college also contributed a lot in the overall students performance. New reference books were added in the library which teachers can refer and improve their teaching skills. Management has appreciated and even felicitated teachers who have obtained Ph.D. College also motivate teachers to publish their articles and participate in seminars and workshops. This institute has undertaken various initiatives to promote Quality Oriented Higher Education in the College. The various committees are formed to look after the various interests of the students and also to create awareness of rights and duties during their stay in the institution.

Committees formed: Placement Cell, Women Development Cell and Nature Club help the students a lot. The most important feature is the good team work displayed by the staff of the college. We are sure and confident that each member of this institute will continue to put sincere efforts to achieve glory and name in years to come. Peer team made certain suggestions. We have complied with the suggestions made by the peer team. The compliance report is given below: 1. Quality Improvement of Faculty: The faculty members are fully qualified. Two teachers are awarded Ph.D Degree. One teacher is pursuing Ph.D. Two teachers have completed Minor Research Project. Two teachers are working on Minor Research Projects. Majority of teachers have attended various Workshops, Seminars and Conferences organised by University of Mumbai and other Universities.

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2. Recognition under Section 2(f) and 12B of the UGC Act and permanent affiliation to University: We have got Permanent Affiliation on 31st January 2012 and thereafter applied for recognition under Section 2(f) and 12B to UGC Act and got recognition even under Section 2(f) and 12B of UGC Act 1956 on 23rd November 2012. The M.Com Programme is also listed under Section 2(f) and 12B of UGC Act 1956. 3. Improvement of sports facilities and appointment of qualified person to look after physical education: For indoor games, we have gymkhana in the college premises. For outdoor games, we hire University and BMC Play Grounds. We also hire services of Sports Coaches. 4. Automation of Office and Library: Our office is fully computerized and all administrative work is done with the help of computers. All the office staff members are computer literate, well trained and they have passed Government Computer Examination (MS-CIT). Our library is well equipped with 8,172 titles and has adopted latest modes of automation. Every year we add adequate number of books, periodicals and journals as per the requisition of teaching staff and demand of students. The library automation started from December 2007 with SOUL 1.0 Library Software developed by INFLIBNET. It is upgraded to SOUL 2.0 in 2010. The library is fully computerized with all major activities namely acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, serial control and OPAC. Bar-coding for all books has been done. The students are being given computerized bar-coded library cards since 2010. Free internet facility is provided to students and research scholars. 5. Introduction of new Job Oriented Courses and more Elective Options for the Final Year students: We have started B.M.S Programme from the year 2005-06 and PostGraduate Programme M.Com from the year 2013-14. We have also introduced Computer Systems and Applications as optional paper at T.Y.B.Com, in addition to Export Marketing, Direct and Indirect Taxes and Rural Marketing. Even at S.Y.B.Com level, we have introduced Computer Programming and Advertising as optional subjects in addition to Economic Systems. 6. Use of Audio-Visual Aids and Teaching: We have facilities like LCD, OHP, etc. Teachers are using these facilities in day-to-day teaching in the college.

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7. Setting up of a Language Lab: As suggested by Peer Team, we are having Language Lab in our Library since 2009-10. 8. Making available Reprographic facilities in the College: Reprographic facilities are made available to the students and teachers. We have provided four Photocopy Machines one in the Library and three in the office. 9. Undertaking Consultancy Services by Faculty like Chartered Accountants: Our faculty member, Chartered Accountant provides consultancy services in the field of Accounting, Finance and Taxation. However, the management does not collect any monetary benefit from his professional services. 10. Setting up of Personality Development Cell: We have set up Personality Development cum Career Guidance Cell. Under this Cell, programmes on Personality Development are organised from time to time. Various prominent speakers from different fields like Industry, Insurance, Banking, IT, Marketing, etc are invited for educating students frequently. 11. Provision of internet facility to faculty members and students: There is a provision of internet facility free of charge to faculty members and students. Number of computers with Configuration Area Computer Laboratories Library Office Staff Room Strong room B.M.S / N.S.S Room Total Number of PCs installed 50 05 02 04 01 01 01 64 Purpose For academic and research work For students and teachers For Library Staff Administrative work For research / academic work Examination related work Administrative work

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In addition, we have made various provisions leading to enhancement of quality of education: In order to bring the students belonging to backward classes in the main stream of education and to develop their skills, Government of India has started Scholarship / Free-ship for them. As a part of this scheme, Department of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra State is providing Scholarship to the backward class students. For availing benefit of this scheme, our college students falling under category of OBC, VJNT, SBC and SC are provided all the assistance and guidance to fill-up the EScholarship form. The institute has established Backward Class Cell which guides the students about the scheme and filling of the form. Computers with free internet facility are provided to these students so that they can submit online E-Scholarship form. This E-Scholarship Scheme has been started from the academic year 2010-11. The amount of scholarship is directly deposited in the Students Personal Bank Account. To inculcate the saving habits among the students, the College invites the officials of Central Bank of India to advise and encourage the students to open Saving Bank Account with Zero Balance. The College has installed Biometric Machine since 2009-10 for teaching and non-teaching staff to bring in punctuality and regularity in their dayto-day attendance and work. The College has introduced SMS System on mobile phone wherein the students are informed about activities like examination dates, results, programmes, form submission dates, Scholarships, etc. We have collected the mobile phone numbers of the students at the time of Admission. Recently, the Bharat Education Society has got a plot of land C.S. 1108 admeasuring 954 sq ms adjoining to our college premises from the State Government for the expansion of educational activities.

There is a marked improvement in T.Y.B.Com results, in the year 2011-12 and 2012-13. T.Y.B.Com Result in 2011-12 was 70.49% with 66 students in First Class and in 2012-13 it was 72% with 98 students getting First Class. The institute is proud to state that some of the students who passed with First Class were admitted to this programme with a very low percentage i.e. 35% and even repeaters at HSC Level. The College has provided a separate Examination Room with computer and high speed copier. The institution has increased infrastructural facilities i.e. provision of additional classrooms, increase in number of benches, computers, CCTVs, Air Conditioners, etc and all the parameters aiding and imparting education.

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The management of our institution has made available a well equipped Air Conditioned Conference Hall on 7th floor of college building. Our College teachers Dr. R. O. Patil (Environmental Studies) was awarded Gold Medal for his research work organised by Bose Institute, Tamil Nadu. Dr. Deepak M. Salve has won 1st Prize in Thesis Presentation Competition organised by University of Pune, Department of Commerce and Research. The B.M.S Section organises various programmes and also participates in programmes organised by other colleges. They have won several prizes in various activities conducted by the colleges. In 2011-12, B.M.S Section organised Genesis an inter-collegiate competition on essay writing, treasure hunt, poster making, collage making, quiz competition, etc. It was very successful, hence we organised Genesis-2 thereafter which also went off successfully. We have Women Development Cell. Under this Cell, we organise basically four types of activities: o Providing legal knowledge to girl students about their rights and duties. Every year we invite legal experts to speak on laws related to women. o Health related issues: We organise lectures of medical professionals on sex education. o Safety of girl students: We organise programmes with the help of Police Authority of D.B. Marg Police Station for creating legal awareness and discipline about cyber crimes. o Counselling girl students regarding their problems such as avoiding nervousness, suicidal tendency and building self confidence. This year we have sent three male students to attend a workshop on Gender Equality organised by the NGO Men Against Violence and Abuse (MAVA). The workshop was for male students educating them about awareness relating to gender equality. The College has a Grievance Redressal Cell. It has instilled friendly and cordial environment amongst students as a result there has been no grievance in any form. The College Placement Cell has contributed its mite in getting employment for our students. The college also invites corporate to conduct Campus Interviews. To inculcate among students basic social values, every year we celebrate Sant Gadge Maharaj Anniversary Week. During this week, we conduct programmes on various social issues and organise Free Medical Check-Up and Treatment Camp to help students and community at large.

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Our Students Council is active. The college extends every possible help to our students for their overall personality development. We are privileged to inform that in 2012-13 our student Tushar Warang won the title of Mr. University of the University of Mumbai. He was crowned as Mr. University among the students of 250 colleges and he underwent 10 different screening tests for the same. This is the Golden Moment of the institution. Another student Prathamesh Salunkhe has won the National Award for Instrumental Music (Flute). He has won Zonal, University, State and National Level Competitions. Mukund Ambekar has won 3rd prize in photography competition organised by University of Mumbai. Anshuman Upadhyay of F.Y.B.Com was selected to participate in Republic Day (RD) Parade at New Delhi on 26th January 2013 as NCC Cadet. Every year we organise Industrial Visit for B.Com and B.M.S students to get practical knowledge of the industrial environment. Our students get exposed to the mechanics of industries in the public and private sector. We feel that the youth of nation can play an important role in promoting National Integration. For this purpose, every year we conduct various programmes on communal harmony, poster exhibitions, essay writing and giving examination on Gandhian Studies in association with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal and Gandhi Smarak Nidhi (Mani Bhavan), a well known institution promoting communal harmony and Gandhian values. We have been associated with Mumbai Sarvoday Mandal and Gandhi Smarak Nidhi for the last 25 years. Our Alumni is also active. Many members of the Alumni help us in conducting various activities in college and during the rural and urban camps. The Bharat Education Society is dedicated in the services of catering to the requirements of education. Our Director Mr. V. D. Birajdar had been the Principal of this institution for thirty years. His experience has been a guiding force for all of us to improve upon the standards of teaching and learning. Our young and dynamic Joint Director Dr. Rahul S. Shah (M.D., MBA) is the pillar of strength and inspiration motivating everyone towards making the institute stronger and stronger day-by-day.

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Declaration by the Head of the Institution


I certify that the data included in this Self-Study Report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge. This SSR is prepared by the institution after internal discussions, and no part thereof has been outsourced. I am aware that the Peer team will validate the information provided in this SSR during the peer team visit.

Signature of the Head of the Institution with seal:

Place: Mumbai. Date: 12th November 2013.

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ANNEXURE I APPROVALS OF COURSES FROM CONCERNED AUTHORITIES


ANNEXURE I (A) UNIVERSITY AFFILIATION LETTER

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ANNEXURE I (B) B.M.S. COURSE PERMISSION LETTER FROM GOVERNMENT OF MAHARASHTRA & UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI

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ANNEXURE I (C) M.COM COURSE PERMISSION LETTER FROM GOVERNMENT OF MAHARASHTRA & UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI

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ANNEXURE I (D) 100% GRANT CERTIFICATE FROM JOINT DIRECTOR'S OFFICE

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ANNEXURE II UGC 2(f) AND 12B CERTIFICATE


ANNEXURE II (A) RECOGNITION OF COLLEGE UNDER SECTION 2(f) & 12B

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ANNEXURE II (B) PERMANENT AFFILIATION

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ANNEXURE III LIST OF SUBJECTS SYLLABUS REVISION


Program Name of the Course Accountancy & Financial Management Business Economics Environmental Studies Foundation Course - I Mathematical & Statistical Techniques Commerce II Advertising Business Economics Business Economics Year of Revision

F.Y.B.Com

2011-12

F.Y.B.Com S.Y.B.Com M.Com

2012-13 2012-13 2012-13

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ANNEXURE III (A) EXTENSION OF AFFILIATION OF ADVERTISING SUBJECT IN S.Y.B.COM

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ANNEXURE III (B) EXTENSION OF AFFILIATION OF S.Y.B.COM COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

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ANNEXURE III (C) EXTENSION OF AFFILIATION OF T.Y.B.COM COMPUTER FROM 2007-08

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ANNEXURE IV LIST OF MINOR AND MAJOR RESEARCH


Major Research Project Name of the Teacher Dr. K. Y. Shinde Title of the Project Critical assessment of Educational Scholarships and Loan Schemes for SC / ST Students Year of Completion

2012

Minor Research Project Name of the Teacher Dr. R. O. Patil Title of the Project Solid Waste Management Practices in Dombivli-Kalyan Industrial Relations A Way to Improve Productivity: A Study of Select Industries of MIDC Dombivli A study of Select Aspects of Consumer Behaviour in Mall Year 2010-11 2009-10 2012-13

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ANNEXURE IV (A) LIST OF TEACHERS WHO HAVE ATTENDED REFRESHER COURSES & ORIENTATION PROGRAMMES IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS Name of the Teacher Course attended Orientation Programme with Grade A Dr. Deepak Salve Refresher Course with Grade A Refresher Course with Grade A Orientation Programme Shri. Vijay Nandure Refresher Course Institute UGC Academic Staff College, Univ. of Mumbai UGC Academic Staff College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad UGC Academic Staff College, H.P University, Shimla UGC Academic Staff College, Univ. of Mumbai UGC Academic Staff College, Univ. of Hyderabad Year 18-09-2006 to 17-10-2006 19-11-2007 to 09-12-2007 04-03-2013 to 24-03-2013 10-10-2012 to 07-11-2012 11-10-2013 to 31-10-2013

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ANNEXURE V MASTER PLAN OF THE INSTITUTION

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