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Curricula developed and implemented have relevance to the local, regional, national, and global developmental needs, which is reflected in the Programme outcomes (POs), and Course Outcomes(COs) of the Programmes offered by the University Response: K.R Mangalam University has adopted the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) following the Learning Outcome Based Curriculum Framework (LOCF) by offering students in-built flexibility to transcend disciplinary barriers and to progress through the programme at their own pace. The University offers 63 programmes spanning Agricultural Sciences, Architecture & Design, Basic & Applied Sciences, Education, Engineering & Technology, Humanities, Management & Commerce, Legal Studies, Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Medical & Allied Sciences and Journalism & Mass Communication. Each programme has well-defined Graduate Attributes, Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs), Programme Outcomes (POs), Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs) and Course Outcomes (COs). The attainment of POs, PSOs and COs is quantified for the courses which offer feedback for sustaining educational standards and demonstrating the value and impact of programmes offered by the University. Programme Outcomes The University emphasizes equity, social justice, and excellence, imparting these values to students through education, research and community engagement. Programme Outcomes aim to develop critical thinking, effective communication, and active citizenship among students. Programme Specific Outcomes All programs are designed under the guidance of the Board of Studies, aligning closely with university goals, programme educational objectives, and student needs. These specific outcomes reflect the essential knowledge, attitudes, and skills for success in students' chosen fields, considering industry trends and societal demands. Course Outcomes The curricula provide flexibility to the students to study Generic Electives, Discipline Specific Electives, Open Electives and Value-Added Courses to foster interdisciplinary thinking and creativity and enhance their practical skills for employability. The array of courses spans personality development, positive psychology, creative arts like photography and writing, life skills, nutrition, ethics, software proficiency, data analytics, robotics, graphic design, art appreciation and many more. These outcome-based courses are designed to integrate practical experiences to prepare students for the complexities of modern workplaces where interdisciplinary collaboration is increasingly valued. For holistic and inclusive development of the students, the course curriculum and its delivery at the University emphasize providing deep knowledge, shaping attitudes, and enhancing skills and competencies through hands-on learning, reflective assignments, group discussions, field and research projects, journals and portfolios, and internships. The curriculum addresses challenges and issues pertinent to the local, regional, national, and global contexts by integrating topics related to real-world problems, incorporating case studies, examples and projects, practicum, community engagement and cross-cultural perspectives. It incorporates cross-disciplinary topics along with entrepreneurship, employability, disaster management, environmental studies, human rights, ethics, gender equity, and foreign language skills to address local, regional, national, and global needs. Curriculum Development and Implementation Every programme is meticulously designed through a robust feedback mechanism and consultation process with various stakeholders such as academic and industry experts, alumni, students and teachers. Introducing new programmes and periodically revising existing ones are integral components of K.R Mangalam University's commitment to academic excellence and relevance to industry standards and global advancements. Each school prepares and presents the curriculum for review and recommendations in the Board of Studies (BoS) meeting and is finally approved by the Academic Council of the University. |
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The Programmes offered by the institution focus on employability/ entrepreneurship/ skill development and their course syllabi are adequately revised to incorporate contemporary requirements Response: K.R Mangalam University is committed to fostering not just academic excellence, but also real-world readiness among its students. It aspires to become an internationally recognized institution of higher learning through excellence in interdisciplinary education, research, and innovation, preparing socially responsible lifelong learners contributing to nation-building. With this vision, all academic programmes are designed, developed, and revised periodically aligning one of the missions of the University, i.e. to foster employability, entrepreneurship and skill development through a futuristic curriculum, and progressive pedagogy with cutting-edge technology, based on the Learning Outcome Based Framework (LOCF). Focus on Employability Whether through hands-on experiences, industry collaborations, or internship opportunities, the curriculum provides ample avenues for students to hone the practical skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to excel in their chosen careers, through diverse courses such as Applications of Algebra, Advance Analog Electronics, Crime & Society, School Exposure, Data Analysis and Visualization, Forensic Dermatoglyphics, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Information Theory and Coding, Advanced Instrumentation Techniques, Clinical Education, Fashion Accessories Design, AI and Applications, Big Data Analytics, Banking and Business Laws for Overseas Operations, Building Construction & Materials, Oral and Technical Communication, Language Acquisition, Understanding the Self, Food & Beverage Service, Decision Making for Global Market, Economic Growth and Development and many more. Focus on Entrepreneurship The curriculum emphasizes entrepreneurship to foster a spirit of innovation, resilience, and initiative in the students. For example, courses such as Chasing The Rainbow: The Entrepreneurial Streak, Intellectual Property Rights, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Sustainable Architecture, Virtual Reality, Web Programming, Organizational Development & Change Management enable students to think creatively, identify opportunities, and take calculated risks, empowering them to become trailblazers and change-makers in their respective fields. Focus on Skill Development Skill development lies at the core of the curriculum at K.R. Mangalam University. From communication and critical thinking to technical proficiency and adaptability, courses such as Business Research for Effective Marketing, Seminar, Internships, Dissertation, Research Projects, Industrial Training, Reading and Reflecting on Texts, Cyber Law and Governance, Advance Front Office Operations, Advanced Kinematics, Applied Numerical Techniques & Computing, Digital Circuit Designing, Food & Beverage Service, Art in Education, Biomechanics and Kinesiology, Bridge Engineering, Cellular & Molecular Pharmacology, Geriatrics, Econometrics and many more, hone the skills of the students to thrive in any professional setting they choose to pursue. K.R Mangalam University has adopted reverse engineering to align all programmes as per requirements of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Industry needs, societal needs, and SDGs. We track top jobs through several mediums including social media sites like LinkedIn, Glassdoor etc. Thereafter we do a mapping based on the requirements of the industry on soft skills, coding programmes, data analytics, specialized skills and experiential learning to acquire these skills. We focus on connecting lab to land and land to lab. The gaps that we find are incorporated into our curriculum. Our activities, pedagogical methods and assessments are based on experiential and participatory learning. |
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Percentage of new courses introduced out of the total number of courses across all programmes offered during the last five years Response: 65.88 1.2.1.1. Number of new courses introduced during the last five years: 1869 1.2.1.2. Consolidated number of courses offered by the institution across all Programmes (without repeat count) during the last five years : 2837
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Institution integrates cross-cutting issues relevant to Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment and Sustainability and other value framework enshrined in Sustainable Development Goals and National Education Policy - 2020 into the Curriculum
Response:
K. R. Mangalam University is committed to preparing students for professional success and demonstrating responsible and ethical leadership in a diverse and interconnected world. To this end, it has integrated cross-cutting issues such as Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment and Sustainability into the curriculum by introducing specific courses and organizing various activities and events.
Gender Sensitivity and Inclusionis accomplished through an amalgamation of theory and practice. Through specialized courses like Gender School and Society, Inclusive Education, Women Power and Politics: A Global Perspective, Fashion Journalism, Story Telling & Children's Literature, Gender Media and Society, Film Appreciation, Your Laws Your Rights, History of Fashion and many more various initiatives such as workshops, training programmes, seminars, conferences, guest lectures and group discussions organized by schools, clubs and committees it is ensured that students acquire sensitivity to gender equity and inclusion.
Human Values and Professional Ethicsis one of the core values of the University. In line with the National Education Policy 2020, the curriculum emphasizes the holistic development of students by integrating courses such as Communication Skills, Media Laws and Ethics, Legal Ethics, Public Relations, Fashion Marketing and Merchandising, Organizational Behaviour and many more. The University also initiates human values and social responsibility among students through various community outreach activities such as Legal and Financial Aid Camps, School Attachment and Community Living, Blood Donation Camps, Health Awareness & Medical Check-up Camps. The institution nourishes mental health and has a Counselling Centre which organizes interactive sessions, lectures and personalized sessions on holistic well-being.
Furthermore, the university houses a Centre for Human Values and Ethics that organizes academic seminars promoting value education, gender sensitivity, and social citizenship roles. Various activities conducted by MUN, Rhetoric Club, APJ Abdul Kalam Science Society, NSS Cell, Red Cross Society provide platforms for students to deliberate professional ethics, gender, human values, environment and sustainability.
The University takes plagiarism very seriously and exercises a zero-tolerance policy towards such malpractices. To ensure clarity and honesty in research, software like Drillbit is installed to check plagiarism counts. Seminars and regular classes are held for all undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD scholars, inculcating the habit of honest research and research ethics.
Awareness and sensitivity towards environmental sustainability are embedded in the University curriculum and its daily practices. Courses such as Environmental Studies, Disaster Management, Renewable Energy and Green Technology, Waste to Energy, Environmental Law, Environmental Education, Biopesticides and Biofertilizers, Environmental Engineering, Advanced Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics, Disaster Preparedness and Planning and many more instil awareness and sensitivity on key issues such as environmental legislation, global warming, pollution, bio conservation.
K.R Mangalam University advocates the use of paper disposables in all the water areas, canteen, kitchen etc. instead of use of plastic. Several guest lectures, competitions and celebrations are held on Environment Day, Water Day, Soil Day and Earth Day to discuss and sensitize on environmental issues. Variegated fauna are labelled on campus to raise awareness of plant species. The Centre for Sustainable Development Goals has been established to address all facets of sustainability. |
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Number of certificate/value added courses/Diploma Programme offered by the institutions and online courses of MOOCs, SWAYAM/e Pathshala/ NPTEL and other recognized platforms (without repeat count) where the students of the institution have enrolled and successfully completed during the last five years Response: 153 Attached Documents :
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Percentage of programmes that have components of field projects / research projects / internships during the last five years.
Response:100 1.3.3.1. Total Number of programmes that have components of field projects / research projects / internships (without repeat count) during the last five years : 63 1.3.3.2. Total Number of programmes offered (without repeat count) during the last five years : 63
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Structured feedback for curriculum and its transaction is regularly obtained from stakeholders like Students, Teachers, Employers, Alumni, Academic peers etc., and Feedback processes of the institution may be classified as follows:
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A. Feedback collected, analysed, action taken &
communicated to the relevant bodies and feedback hosted
on the institutional website
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