Aims of the IQAC:
The primary aim of the IQAC is to ensure the continuous improvement of the quality of education and institutional practices. It strives to create an environment that fosters academic excellence, administrative efficiency, and research development within the institution. Specifically, the IQAC aims to:
- Foster a Quality Culture: Promote a culture of quality within the institution that is focused on academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Enhance the Teaching-Learning Process: Improve the overall teaching, learning, and evaluation process by implementing best practices, new methodologies, and technologies.
- Ensure Institutional Accountability: Encourage transparency and accountability in academic, administrative, and financial functions.
- Promote Stakeholder Involvement: Involve students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders in the process of maintaining and improving quality standards.
Objectives of the IQAC:
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Foster a Quality Culture:
Promote an institutional culture that prioritizes quality at all levels, including academics, administration, and infrastructure. This culture emphasizes continuous self-assessment and enhancement. -
Improve Teaching-Learning Process:
Enhance the quality of the teaching and learning process by integrating innovative methodologies, modern technologies, and learner-centric approaches. This includes continuous faculty development and adopting new teaching practices. -
Ensure Institutional Accountability:
Advocate for transparency, fairness, and accountability in the functioning of academic, administrative, and financial activities of the institution. -
Promote Stakeholder Involvement:
Encourage the active participation of all stakeholders (faculty, students, parents, alumni, and the community) in the institutional decision-making process. Their feedback and contributions are vital for shaping policies and strategies. -
Monitor and Evaluate Performance:
Establish frameworks for regular monitoring and evaluation of academic programs, institutional services, and administrative procedures. Use the results of evaluations to implement improvements and correct deficiencies. -
Encourage Professional Development:
Provide opportunities for the professional growth of faculty and staff by offering training, workshops, seminars, and exposure to best practices in education, research, and leadership. -
Support Research and Innovation:
Promote research culture by encouraging faculty and students to engage in interdisciplinary research, innovation, and knowledge-sharing activities. Facilitate research funding and collaboration with external bodies. -
Ensure Compliance with Accreditation Standards:
Align institutional practices with national and international accreditation norms and guidelines. Prepare and submit reports for accreditation and reaccreditation processes. -
Enhance Student-Centric Practices:
Focus on improving student support services, including mentorship, counseling, co-curricular activities, and career development services, to foster overall student development. -
Promote Sustainable Development:
Support initiatives that align with sustainable practices in academic, infrastructural, and administrative operations, contributing to the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of the institution.