Usha Martin University, Angara, Ranchi IQAC Presentation

Good morning esteemed NAAC peer team members. On behalf of Usha Martin University, I, Dr. Amir Khusru Akhtar, the IQAC coordinator, extend a warm welcome to you all. Today, we are privileged to present our Self-Study Report (SSR) and undergo your esteemed peer review process. Through this presentation, we aim to share our vision, mission, academic endeavors, and achievements in establishing Usha Martin University as a premier institution of higher learning. We are committed to transparency and continuous improvement and welcome your valuable feedback for further growth.

1. IQAC Presentation Dr. Md. Amir Khusru Akhtar IQAC coordinator

2. Contents Overview 01. Composition 02. C1 to C7 03. SWOC 04. C1 to C7 05. Best Practices 06. CONTENTS

3. University Overview Usha Martin University : Established in 2012, Academic operations since 2017. Location : Village Narayansoso , Near Block Office, Ranchi Purulia Highway, Angara, Jharkhand. Website : www.umu.ac.in

4. To provide value based education relevant for all, nurture local talent, support creation of excellence in teaching, learning and research, produce high quality innovative graduates and contribute towards sustainable development of the state. Vision Mission The University shall strive to promote innovative strategies for seamless dissemination and creation of knowledge using latest techniques, available media and technologies so that its graduates acquire skills to get sustainable employment and contribute with a sense of service to national and global society.

5. PAGE 05 Composition Role Individuals Chairman Prof Madhulika Kaushik (VC) Senior Administrative Officer Registrar Faculty Member Dr. Arvind hans , Dr. Akansha Anand, Dr. PC Panda, Dr. Anupama verma , Dr. Leena Shrivastav , Dr. Sandeep Paul, Ms Tulika Sinha, Mrs Rojalini Samanta, Ms. Madona Mathew Member of Management Shri Mukesh Goel Nominee from Alumni Ms. Shipra Jain Student Representative Sanju Kumar Verma - MBA, Aayush Prakash - B. tech CSE Nominee from Employers/Stakeholders Mr. Neeraj Kedia, HR Head Reliance Retail, Mr. Ajay Kumar, HR Head Tenhard India Pvt. Ltd. Experts Prof. BN Sinha, Former Director IQAC, BIT Mesra, Prof. Anand Agrawal, VC United University Coordinator IQAC Dr. Md. Amir Khusru Akhtar

6. PAGE 05 Institutional Strengths Highly qualified and experienced faculty. Fully automated university operations. Free commuting facilities for staff. Well-designed curriculum with theoretical and practical applications. Student-centered teaching approaches. Excellent infrastructure and student-friendly fee structure. Focus on holistic personality development.

7. PAGE 06 Institutional Weaknesses Limited extra-mural funding. High infrastructure expenses due to power supply issues. Economic constraints affecting higher education accessibility. Shortage of long-term investments due to lack of philanthropic funding. Location disadvantage.

8. PAGE 07 Opportunities Establishing additional MoUs with industries and institutions. Aim for UGC 12B approval for research grants. Implementing NEP 2020 initiatives. Potential for extension work in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, technology, legal affairs, and healthcare. Effective outreach services for tribal development.

9. PAGE 08 Challanges Recruitment and retention of experienced faculty. Encouraging industry participation. Intense competition from other educational institutions.

10. PAGE 09 Curricular Aspects Programs Offered : 17 academic programs from Bachelors to Doctoral levels. Curriculum Design : Incorporates core, discipline-specific, general electives, and skill enhancement courses. Choice Based Credit System : Implemented across most programs for flexibility and diversity.

11. PAGE 09 Curricular Aspects Programs Offered : 17 academic programs from Bachelors to Doctoral levels. Curriculum Design : Incorporates core, discipline-specific, general electives, and skill enhancement courses. Choice Based Credit System : Implemented across most programs for flexibility and diversity.

12. Usha Martin University uses Outcome-Based Education to ensure students achieve specific competencies. Assessment measures whether students meet these outcomes, guiding teaching and academic processes to support their attainment effectively. Outcome based education

13. PO/Course Assessment Tool Direct Assessment Tools Indirect Assessment Tools Methods Tests / Quiz Course End Survey Assignments Exit Survey Lab Indirect Tools Seminars Faculty Survey Industrial Training Alumni Survey Projects End Semester Exam Assessment In these processes, we identify, collect, and prepare data to evaluate the achievement of Course Outcomes and Program Outcomes.

14. To assess program attainment, we perform the following steps : Calculate the Average Course Outcome (CO) Achievement for all courses . Determine Direct Program Outcome (PO) Attainment : ( Average Course Achievement for ith PO * Course Direct Attainment / 3 ) Determine Indirect Program Outcome Attainment : ( Average Course Achievement for ith PO * Course Indirect Attainment / 3)Compute Total Attainment and Gap : Total Attainment = 80% Direct + 20% Indirect GAP Formula: Target - Total Attainment Calculate Course-wise Attainment : Course-wise Attainment: 80 % PO Direct Attainment + 20% PO Indirect Attainment CO–PO Mapping and Attainment

15. PAGE 10 Teaching-Learning and Evaluation Faculty Strength : 118 members, 88% with Ph.D. degrees. Teacher-Student Ratio : 1:17 Pedagogical Approaches : Experiential learning, participative learning, problem-solving. Mentor-Mentee System : 1 mentor for every 20 students. Evaluation : Continuous assessment methods, automated examination system.

16. PAGE 11 Research, Innovations, and Extension Research Funding : 2.6 crore seed money, 20.76 crore from various projects. Publications and Patents : 700+ research papers, 46 patents published, 10 granted. Community Engagement : NSS activities, adoption of five villages, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan initiatives.

17. PAGE 12 Infrastructure and Learning Resources Campus Area : 30 acres with extensive academic and administrative facilities. Library : Automated with KOHA Library Management Software, 16,000+ resources. IT and ERP Systems : Robust IT policy and seamless ERP system.

18. PAGE 13 Student Support and Progression Scholarships : 1.4 crore in scholarships and concessions benefiting 60% of students. Capacity Development : Guidance for competitive exams, career counseling, skill enhancement initiatives. Extracurricular Activities : Active participation in inter-university and national level events.

19. PAGE 14 Governance, Leadership, and Management Governance Framework : Hierarchical structure with Vice Chancellor at the helm. Participative Management : Statutory Bodies including Governing Body, Academic Council, Finance Committee. e-Governance : ERP– Digicampus for streamlined administrative processes.

20. PAGE 15 Institutional Values and Best Practices Environmental Conservation : Regular green audits, efficient waste management, and renewable energy initiatives. Inclusivity and Cultural Diversity : Celebrations of various festivals, national events. Social Responsibility : Student-driven social clubs, community awareness campaigns.

21. PAGE 16 Questions and Answers We welcome your questions and feedback.

22. PAGE 17 THANKS! Thanks!