IQAC-AQAR

The Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) 01 June 2015 – 31 May 2016

The Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) Submitted by: Christ University 01 June 2015 – 31 May 2016CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 1

Table of Contents Page Nos. Part – A ...... 91. Details of the Institution ...... 122. IQAC Composition and Activities ...... 14 Part – B ...... 153. Criterion – I: Curricular Aspects ...... 174. Criterion – II: Teaching, Learning and Evaluation ...... 205. Criterion – III: Research, Consultancy and Extension ...... 226. Criterion – IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources ...... 247. Criterion – V: Student Support and Progression ...... 278. Criterion – VI: Governance, Leadership and Management ...... 299. Criterion – VII: Innovations and Best Practices10. AbbreviationsCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 2

The Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) Christ University - IQAC Part – AAQAR for the year (for example 2013-14) 2015-161. Details of the Institution Christ University (Deemed)1.1 Name of the Institution1.2 Address Line 1 Hosur RoadCity/Town BengaluruState KarnatakaPin Code 560029Institution e-mail address [email protected] Nos. 080-4012 9600Name of the Head of the Institution: Dr Fr Thomas C MathewTel. No. with STD Code: 080 4012 9002Mobile: 9916777474Name of the IQAC Coordinator: Dr Kennedy Andrew ThomasCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 3

Mobile: 9343521435IQAC e-mail address: [email protected] NAAC Track ID (For ex. MHCOGN 18879) KAUNGN11463 OR1.4 NAAC Executive Committee No. & Date: EC/71/A&A/7.1 dated 16-11-2015(For Example EC/32/A&A/143 dated 3-5-2004.This EC no. is available in the right corner- bottomof your institution’s Accreditation Certificate)1.5 Website address: www.christuniversity.inWeb-link of the AQAR: www.christuniversity.in/NAAC_AQAR For ex. http://www.ladykeanecollege.edu.in/AQAR2012-13.doc1.6 Accreditation DetailsSl. No. Cycle Grade Year of Validity CGPA Period 1 1st Cycle* 2 2nd Cycle Accreditation 3 3rd Cycle 4 4th CycleNote: The University was accredited in 2015. However, based on the appeal, NAAC has approved re-visit ofthe NAAC Peer Team to the University, which is awaited.1.7 Date of Establishment of IQAC: DD/MM/YYYY 03/11/2003CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 4

1.8 Details of the previous year‘s AQAR submitted to NAAC after the latest Assessment and Accreditation byNAAC ((for example AQAR 2010-11submitted to NAAC on 12-10-2011) Not Applicable1.9 Institutional Status State Central Deemed  Private UniversityAffiliated College Yes No Constituent College Yes No  No  Autonomous college of UGC Yes Yes  NoRegulatory Agency approved Institution(eg. AICTE, BCI (), MCI, PCI, NCI)Type of Institution Co-education  Men Women Urban  Rural TribalFinancial Status Grant-in-aid  UGC 2(f) UGC 12B Grant-in-aid + Self Financing  Totally Self-financing1.10 Type of Faculty/Programme PEI (Phys Edu) Arts  Science  Commerce  Law TEI (Edu)  Engineering  Health Science Management Others (Specify) NIL1.11 Name of the Affiliating University (for the Colleges) Not applicable1.12 Special status conferred by Central/ State Government-- UGC/CSIR/DST/DBT/ICMR etcCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 5

Autonomy by State/Central Govt. / University As a Deemed University by Central GovernmentUniversity with Potential for Excellence UGC-CPE DST Star Scheme UGC-CE UGC-Special Assistance Programme DST-FISTUGC-Innovative PG programmes Any other (Specify) UGC-COP Programmes 4 2. IQAC Composition and Activities 32.1 No. of Teachers 12.2 No. of Administrative/Technical staff 12.3 No. of students 12.4 No. of Management representatives2.5 No. of Alumni 12. 6 No. of any other stakeholder and 1 community representatives2.7 No. of Employers/ Industrialists2.8 No. of other External Experts 152.9 Total No. of members**Total number of members include Vice Chancellor, IQAC Coordinator and Secretary.2.10 No. of IQAC meetings held: 42.11 No. of meetings with various stakeholders: No. 6 Faculty 2CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 6

Students 2 Alumni 2 OthersNon-Teaching Staff2.12 Has IQAC received any funding from UGC during the year? Yes No  If yes, mention the amount2.13 Seminars and Conferences (only quality related)(i) No. of Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops/Symposia organized by the IQACTotal Nos. 9 International National 7 State Institution Level 2 9(ii) Themes Innovations in Curriculum, Teaching and Instruction for Teachers of Professional and Technical Institutions Leadership: Leading Desirable Changes in Higher Education for Higher Educational Leaders Teaching, Research and Technology Effective Leadership, Administration and Management Skill Development in Higher Education for Academic Administrators Building Leadership among the Faculty Members Organization Leadership for Senior Management ‘Strategic Planning and Resource Development in colleges in India Academic Quality in Higher EducationCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 7

2.14 Significant Activities and contributions made by IQAC Organized Faculty Development Programme I: 27 & 30 May 2016 titled ‗Quality Sustenance and Enhancement Through Innovation‘ The Academic Audit for the year 2014-15 was conducted for 30 departments between 24 August 2015 and 07 September 2015. Organized the Faculty Development Programme-II titled ‗Sustainable Drive Towards World Class University: Quality and Strategic Plan Implementation Strategies ‗ 13 November 2015- 5 December 2015 Conducted a three-day Conclave of Academics on ‗Academic Quality in Higher Education‘ 29-31 January 2016 Evaluation of teachers by students: 29 February- 11 March 2016 Faculty Appraisal was conducted between 4 March 2016 and 22 March 2016 Holistic Education training for teachers and students in both the semesters. Organized quality related seminars, workshops and conferences through the academic year 01 June 2015 to 31 May 2016. 1 Orientation, 1 workshop and 59 Quality Improvement programmes organized through CU-Academic Staff College through the academic year 01 June 2015 to 31 May 2016.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 8

2.15 Plan of Action by IQAC/OutcomeThe plan of action chalked out by the IQAC in the beginning of the year towards qualityenhancement and the outcome achieved by the end of the year * Plan of Action OutcomeFaculty Development Training for faculty members on ‗Quality Sustenance and EnhancementProgramme I Through Innovation‘ conducted on 27& 30 May 2016.Faculty Development ‗Sustainable Drive Towards World Class University: Quality and StrategicProgramme II Plan Implementation Strategies‘ 13 November 2015 - 5 December 2015. The strategic plan for each department was formalized.Academic Audit The academic audit for the year 2014-15 was conducted for 30Conducted for the departments between 24 August 2015 and 07 September 2015. FeedbackDepartments Presentation & improvement opportunities were discussed with the departments.of reportsFaculty appraisal to be Faculty appraisal was conducted between 4 March 2016 and 22 Marchconducted 2016. Individual feedback was shared and improvement areas were discussed.Evaluation of teachers to Evaluation of teachers by students: 29 February- 11 March 2016.be conducted Feedback & areas of improvement were shared with teachers. Plan of action was further discussed with the respective HODs.Holistic Education trainingfor teachers and classes for Holistic Education training for teachers and students in both the semesters.students to be conducted This helped enhance the holistic growth of both students & teachers. ThisTo organize quality related was arrived at from a random survey on holistic education benefits.seminars, workshops and Organized quality related seminars, workshops and conferencesconferences through the academic year 01 June 2015 to 31 May 2016. To Instill a senseOrientation, Refresher and of better process management within the department was achieved.Quality Improvement Orientation, Refresher and Quality Improvement programmes organizedprogrammes to be through CU-Academic Staff College through the academic year 01 Juneorganized through CU- 2015 to 31 May 2016.Academic Staff College* Attach the Academic Calendar of the year as Annexure.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 9

2.15 Whether the AQAR was placed in statutory body Yes  No Management  Syndicate Any other body Provide the details of the action takenThe initiatives of IQAC relating to the planning and implementation of  Strategic Plan 2015 -18, the Annual Audit reports and reports of other activities were presented to the deans and heads of the departments and to the Board of Management. They were approved.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 10

Part – BCriterion – I1. Curricular Aspects1.1 Details about Academic ProgrammesLevel of the Number of Number of Number of self- Number of valueProgramme existing programmes added financing added / Career Programmes during the year programmes Oriented programmesPhD 17 NIL 17MPhil 16 NIL 16 17PG 39 05 44 16UG 37 07 36 44PG Diploma 01 NIL 01 44Advanced Diploma NIL NIL NIL 01Diploma 4 NIL 04 NILCertificate 2 01 03 04Others -- -- -- 03Total 116 13 121 -- 129Interdisciplinary 06 07 13 13Innovative 20 - 20 201.2 (i) Flexibility of the Curriculum: CBCS/Core/Elective option / Open options ()(ii) Pattern of programmes: Pattern Number of programmes Semester 127 Trimester 02 Annual NIL1.3 Feedback from stakeholders* Alumni  Parents  Employers Students  (On all aspects) M Manual  Co-operating schools (for PEI) Mode of feedback: Online*Please provide an analysis of the feedback in the AnnexureCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 11

1.4 Whether there is any revision/update of regulation or syllabi, if yes, mention their salient aspects. Yes, the University follows a systematic process in the design and development of the curriculum. 728 courses of 83 programmes underwent changes.1.5 Any new Department/Centre introduced during the year. If yes, give details. Yes, Centre for Academic and Professional Support. The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS) is an initiative that attempts to bridge the gap between classroom-based theoretical learning and career based applicable knowledge. Our focus is to provide the resources and to mediate a channel of communication for overall academic and professional development, across disciplines. With our target audience consisting of students, faculty, researchers and the society at large, we aspire to provide an open platform in the University, to exchange knowledge and share experience, in order to harness expertise in all spheres.Criterion – II2. Teaching, Learning and Evaluation2.1 Total No. of Total Asst. Professors Associate Professors Professors Otherspermanent faculty 564 331 156 69 (Teaching Associates) 082.2 No. of permanent faculty with Ph.D 2222.3 No. of Faculty Positions Asst. Associate Professors Others TotalRecruited (R) and Vacant (V) Professors Professors RVRV RVduring the year RV RV 03 02 08 00 146 13 122 09 13 022.4 No. of Guest and Visiting faculty and Temporary faculty 09 184 06CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 12

2.5 Faculty participation in conferences and symposia: No. of Faculty International level National level State levelAttended 26 83 601PSeremseinnatersd/ papers 248 106 12WReosrokusrhcoepPsersons 22 71 1342.6 Innovative processes adopted by the institution in Teaching and Learning: In general, tools for teaching and learning are designed according to the specific learning outcome/course objective of each course, keeping in mind the University‘s commitment for ‘Excellence and Service. A few Innovative Ways of Teaching & Learning are:  Workbook in Law School: Workbooks have been introduced to enhance classroom interactions & improve writing skills of the students. It contains practical problems that would be solved by the students by applying their understanding of legal principles taught during classroom interactions with the teachers. Teachers further provide constructive feedback on the analysis made by the students.  Workbook in Hotel Management: Workbooks are introduced in majority of the hotel management courses in order to make teaching-learning more systematic and effective.  Info-graphics in MBA: A pedagogic methodology where students find information on a particular topic and depict that information in form of graphics. Pictorial representation of data.  Service Learning: Service Learning is introduced in the programmes offered by ten departments in order to promote the institutional Vision of ‗Service‘ and the Core Value of ‗Social Responsibility‘.2.7 Total No. of actual teaching days 209 during this academic yearCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 13

2.8 Examination/ Evaluation Reforms initiated by the Institution (for example: Open Book Examination, BarCoding, Double Valuation, Photocopy, Online Multiple Choice Questions) The University has introduced bar-coding system and question bank system as modern trends and innovations in evaluation reforms.  Bar-coding system: Students‘ register numbers are encrypted and bar-coded for the purpose of confidentiality, objectivity and accelerating the valuation system. Further the marks awarded in each booklet are bar-coded for automated data entry.  Question Bank System: Question Banks are prepared for every paper by the teaching faculty and questions are selected at random depending on the pattern of the question paper for the respective exam. Questions prepared are validated by experts before entering into the data base.  Continuous Internal Assessment Rubrics: The University has evolved a rubric for Continuous Internal Assessment. All the faculty map their course assignments on to the University rubric in the University ERP—Knowledge Pro. The self-validated assignment rubric is validated by the peers in the department.  Online evaluation in English courses: 50% of the mid-semester evaluation is being done online for all the students.2.9 No. of faculty members involved in curriculum 564 564 564 restructuring/revision/syllabus developmentas member of Board of Study/Faculty/Curriculum Development workshop2.10 Average percentage of attendance of students 90%2.11 Course/Programme wise distribution of pass percentage: Title of the Programme Total Number of Division Students I%MBA (Executive) AppearedMBA (Financial Management)MCom Distinction II %MSc (Actuarial Science) %MTech (Communication Systems) 24.00MTech (Computer Science and Engineering) 50 0.00 76.00 0.00MTech (Information Technology) 21.37MTech (Machine Design) 55 9.43 90.57 13.33 16.67 118 4.27 74.36 0.00 0.00 16 20.00 66.67 0.00 13 25.00 58.33 14 42.86 57.14 5 25.00 75.00 4 50.00 50.00CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 14

MTech (Power Systems) 9 55.56 33.33 11.11MTech (Structural Engineering) 12 66.67 33.33 0.00MA (Counselling and Spirituality) 14 42.86 57.14 0.00MA (Education) 10 20.00 80.00 0.00MA (Theology of Religious Life) 10 30.00 70.00 0.00MS (Communication) 53 1.92 75.00 23.08MA (Applied Economics) 46 0.00 82.93 17.07MA (English with Communication Studies) 54 0.00 84.91 15.09MSc (Psychology-Clinical) 54 1.89 94.34 3.77MSc (Psychology-Counselling) 57 1.89 94.34 3.77MA (Philosophy) 17 56.25 43.75 0.00MSc (Psychology-HRDM) 59 1.75 82.46 15.79MA (Applied Sociology) 29 0.00 84.62 15.38MSW 55 1.82 85.45 12.73MA (Theology) 35 13.33 86.67 0.00MBA with MS Business (VCU, USA) 47 0.00 100.00 0.00PGDM with German MBA 40 0.00 71.43 28.57MBA (Tourism and Travel Management) 42 7.32 63.41 29.27LLM (Constitutional and Administrative Law) 20 0.00 65.00 35.00LLM (Corporate and Commercial Law) 25 0.00 52.00 48.00LLM (Intellectual Property and Trade Law) 23 0.00 30.43 69.57MA (International Studies) 29 0.00 55.56 44.44MCA 55 9.43 86.79 3.77MSc (Chemistry) 33 6.90 82.76 10.34MSc (Computer Science) 52 14.00 76.00 10.00MSc (Mathematics) 44 33.33 43.59 23.08MSc (Physics) 49 21.43 71.43 7.14MSc (Computer Science and Applications) 15 13.33 86.67 0.00MBA 712 0.15 94.20 11.45CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 15

Note: The University does not have ‗III‘ and ‗Pass‘ division for post graduate programmes. Title of the Programme Total Distinc Division Pass Num tion % I % II% %BCom (Finance and Accountancy) berBBA ofBBA (Finance and Accountancy) StudBCom (Honours) entsBCom (Professional) AppeBCom aredBHMBTech (Civil Engineering) 205 0.00 81.97 18.03 0.00BTech (Computer Science and Engineering)BTech (Electronics and Communication Engineering) 295 1.13 78.11 20.00 0.38BTech (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)BTech (Information-Technology) 82 7.04 53.52 32.39 7.04BTech (Mechanical Engineering)BA (Philosophy) 214 8.76 80.41 9.79 1.03BA (Communication & Media, English, Psychology)BA (Economics, Political Science, Sociology) 81 0.00 70.83 29.17 0.00BA (Economics) (Honours)BA (English) (Honours) 359 4.47 67.73 25.56 2.24BA (History, Economics, Political Science)BA (Psychology) (Honours) 55 4.26 68.09 25.53 2.13BA (Journalism, Psychology, English)BA (Performing Arts, English, Psychology) 30 9.09 50.00 40.91 0.00 68 4.92 75.41 18.03 1.64 62 12.82 61.54 25.64 0.00 13 11.11 66.67 22.22 0.00 14 0.00 66.67 33.33 0.00 112 7.95 76.14 15.91 0.00 15 0.00 90.91 9.09 0.00 51 0.00 83.33 16.67 0.00 68 0.00 54.24 40.68 5.08 42 0.00 87.80 12.20 0.00 25 0.00 92.00 8.00 0.00 64 0.00 40.00 50.00 10.00 43 2.38 97.62 0.00 0.00 33 0.00 72.41 20.69 6.90 35 0.00 81.25 18.75 0.00CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 16

BA (Psychology, Sociology, Economics) 62 0.00 73.08 25.00 1.92BA (Psychology, Sociology, English) 65 0.00 61.67 36.67 1.67BA (Theatre Studies, Communication and Media Studies, 21 0.00 95.24 4.76 0.00English)BBA (Honours) 124 25.89 74.11 0.00 0.00BBA (Tourism and Travel Management) 88 0.00 76.32 19.74 3.95BA LLB 137 0.00 59.69 37.98 2.33BBA LLB 96 0.00 50.57 43.68 5.75BCA 80 10.14 66.67 21.74 1.45BSc (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Botany) 42 5.71 68.57 25.71 0.00BSc (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology) 44 21.62 70.27 8.11 0.00BSc (Chemistry, Botany, Zoology) 47 10.26 61.54 25.64 2.56BSc (Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronics) 71 0.00 53.57 42.86 3.57BSc (Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics) 58 15.22 58.70 19.57 6.52BSc (Economics, Mathematics, Statistics) 44 30.00 70.00 0.00 0.00BSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 58 20.45 61.36 18.18 0.00BSc (Physics, Mathematics, Electronics) 48 10.81 59.46 29.73 0.00 Title of the Programme Total Appeared Distinction % Division II % 0.0 I% 0.0MPhil (Chemistry) 5 0.0 0.0MPhil (Computer Science) 1 50.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Commerce) 2 50.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Economics) 2 50.0 50.0CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 17

MPhil (Education) 3 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (English Studies) 10 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Law) 2 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Mathematics) 3 33.3 66.7 0.0MPhil (Media Studies) 1 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Management) 5 40.0 60.0 0.0MPhil (Physics) 1 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Psychology) 13 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Social Work) 6 0.0 83.3 16.7MPhil (Sociology) 1 0.0 100.0 0.0MPhil (Tourism) 2 50.0 50.0 0.02.12 How does IQAC Contribute/Monitor/Evaluate the Teaching & Learning processes:The Academic Review Committee (ARC) as the unit of IQAC, continuously contributes, monitors andevaluates the teaching-learning process in the University. It conducts Faculty development programmesduring the academic year focused on improving the teaching-learning process. The faculty members aretrained and guided on areas where the immediate need for training and guidance has been identifiedthrough student and parent feedback, result analysis, annual student satisfaction survey and academic audit.As per the directions of the ARC, the course plans prepared by the teachers are validated by HODsconcerned. These validated course plans are reviewed and discussed by the ARC in its periodic meetingsto constantly monitor the progress and quality.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 18

2.13 Initiatives undertaken towards faculty developmentFaculty / Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty benefittedRefresher courses -UGC – Faculty Improvement Programme 01HRD programmes 564Orientation programmes 148Faculty exchange programme 01Staff training conducted by the university 564Staff training conducted by other institutions 303Summer / Winter schools, Workshops, etc. 564Others (Quality Improvement Programme) 9792.14 Details of Administrative and Technical staff Category Number of Number of Number of Number of Permanent Vacant permanent positions positions filledAdministrative Staff Employees PositionsTechnical Staff filled during the temporarily 475 Year - 69 80 13 -- -CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 19

Criterion – III3. Research, Consultancy and Extension3.1 Initiatives of the IQAC in Sensitizing/Promoting Research Climate in the institution The work of the faculty members at Christ University was traditionally trifocal, consisting of teaching, research and community services/extension. The traditional triad was expected to operate in relation to the specific goals and mission of the University. The strategic directions of the University influenced the level of concentration on tasks to be given by faculty member can be an efficient teacher, productive researcher and active citizen. The challenge was to sustain the triad to one‘s academic career. In this direction IQAC directed the departments to organize seminars and workshops on research and publication as part of their strategic plan. Further the IQAC through the Centre for Research and CU-Academic Staff College initiates, grants, monitors and analyses the various major research projects allotted to the tune of INR 14 Lakhs, Monographs to the tune of INR 4 Lakhs and working paper to the tune of INR 1.5 Lakhs, Minor research projects to the tune of INR 70,000. Academic Staff College (ASC) on the direction of IQAC organized Quality Improvement Programme on research related themes in each of the department to strengthen faculty research and competence. The Academic Advisory Committee and Research Committee closely monitor the research activities undertaken by the faculty. In all, 36 research proposals were received and out of which 29 were approved. Grants to the tune of Rupees 1.78 crores were given as part of internal funding. IQAC also recommends the departments to undertake research and publications as post audit analysis of the various departments3.2 Details regarding major projects - InternalNumber Completed Ongoing Sanctioned SubmittedOutlay in INR Lakhs 12 42 13 13 82.20 441.37 161.99 16.993.3 Details regarding minor projectsNumber Completed Ongoing Sanctioned SubmittedOutlay in INR Lakhs 44 68 24 18 33.55 80.45 22.39 20.44CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 20

3.4 Details on research publications International National Others 359 77 Peer Review Journals Non-Peer Review Journals 03 12 e-Journals Conference proceedings3.5 Details on Impact factor of publications:Range 2.8-8.53 Average 5.6 h-index 0-9 Nos. in SCOPUS 233.6 Research funds sanctioned and received from various funding agencies, industry and other organisationsNature of the Project Duration Name of the Funding Total grant Received Year Agency sanctioned AmountMajor (In Lakhs) (In Lakhs) 3 Science andMajor Engineering Research 24.64 8Major 3Major Board 22.3 10.65Major 3 3.32 3 Indian Space Research Yet to receiveMajor 3 Organisation 8 1Major 117.8Major 3 Coconut Development 12.54Major Board 4.5Major 4 months 3 4.99Major ICSSR 12Major 2 months Indo-US 21st Century 127.59 0.9Major 2 Knowledge Initiative 17.22Major 3 1.47 0.6 3 National IT industry 2.45 5 1 promotion agency 5 Yet to receive 2 Yet to receive 2 Labour Dept. Govt. of 1.47 India 2.45 4 Labour Dept. Govt. of India Ministry of Mines ICMR-MRC Newton grant DST Miami Zurich University of applied sciences ICSSRCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 21

Major Science and 27 13.25 3 Engineering Research 2 1 1.75 Board 2 1.75 0.25 0.75Major 1 Centre for Life skills 0.3 0.25Major learning 0.15 0.3Major 0.2 0.15Minor 2 RBI Yet to receive 12 1.5 1 Centre for Life skills 0.72 learning 394.94 12 1 NLSIU 83.27Minor 1 NRC-MMinor 1 Observer ResearchMinor FoundationMinor 1 University of Gottenberg 1 Council of Scientific & Industrial ResearchMinor 1 Department of Science and TechnologyMinor 1 Indo-Korean Science and Technology CentreInterdisciplinaryProjectsIndustry sponsoredProjects sponsored bythe University/ CollegeStudents researchprojects(other than compulsoryby the University)Any other(Specify)Total3.7 No. of books published i) With ISBN No. 75 Chapters in Edited Books - ii) Without ISBN No. 06 -3.8 No. of University Departments receiving funds from UGC-SAP NA CAS NA DST-FIST 03 DPE NA DBT Scheme/funds 24CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 22

3.9 For colleges Autonomy NA CPE NA DBT Star Scheme NA INSPIRE NA CE NA Any Other (specify) NA3.10 Revenue generated through consultancy INR 58 Lakhs3.11 No. of conferences Level International National State University College organized by the Institution Number 15 02 02 Sponsoring UBCHEA, NHRC agencies IFCU3.12 No. of faculty served as experts, chairpersons or resource persons 263.13 No. of collaborations International 20 National 15 Any other 063.14 No. of linkages created during this year 553.15 Total budget for research for current year in lakhs:From Funding agency 35.5 From Management of University/College 471.5Total 5073.16 No. of patents received this year Type of Patent Number National 01 International Applied Commercialised Granted Applied Granted Applied Granted3.17 No. of research awards/ recognitions received by faculty and research fellows Of the institute in the yearTotal International National State University Dist College13 08 03 01 013.18 No. of faculty from the Institution 124 who are Ph. D. Guides 225 and students registered under themCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 23

3.19 No. of Ph.D. awarded by faculty from the Institution 303.20 No. of Research scholars receiving the Fellowships (Newly enrolled + existing ones) JRF SRF Project Fellows 03 Any other3.21 No. of students Participated in NSS events*: 60 University level State level 60 45 National level International level*Note: All NSS related are treated as CSA3.22 No. of students participated in NCC events: University level 160 State level National level 26 International level3.23 No. of Awards won in NSS: NIL University level State level National level International level3.24 No. of Awards won in NCC: University level State level 7 National level International level 13.25 No. of Extension activities organizedUniversity forum College forum NA 9NCC 5 NSS Any otherCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 24

3.26 Major Activities during the year in the sphere of extension activities and Institutional SocialResponsibility The University through its Centre for Social Action (CSA) sponsored the education of 806 students in the slums and villages around Bengaluru last academic year. The education of these students was sponsored from the money voluntarily contributed by the students and faculty members of Christ University. CSA also runs child-focused and women empowerment projects in 120 villages and slums in Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra, Kerala and Chhattisgarh directly benefitting over 10,000 families. A new initiative from CSA during the year was institutionalizing Service Learning concept in the University.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 25

Criterion – IV Existing Newly created Source of Total4. Infrastructure and Learning Resources -- Fund 40.614.1 Details of increase in infrastructure facilities: -- Acres Facilities 677 62Campus area 40.61 Acres 25 29Class rooms 677 -- -- 92 62Laboratories 25 -- -- 417 -- --Seminar Halls 651 29 Own funds 92 Own fundsNo. of important equipments purchased(≥ 1-0 lakh) during the current year.Value of the equipment purchased duringthe year (Rs. in Lakhs)Others4.2 Computerization of administration and library IT Infrastructure IT Infrastructure is well designed to handle student and staff strength. Usage of IT services like ERP- Knowledge Pro, Learning Management Systems-Moodle, Digital learning sessions and other IT related activities is extensive due to which infrastructure upgrade is done to handle the load efficiently. New higher end Servers are in place and Internet bandwidth has been continuously enhanced for effective usage. To support the staff and students, IT Services Support system has been implemented focusing and supporting the effective use of all the services and infrastructure. ERP – Knowledge Pro ERP has features facilitating online solutions for the academic needs of the staff, students and parents. features and tools are added in KP as per request from various departments in consultation with the management. A dedicated team is in the campus for the development and monitoring of our ERP software. KP training and implementation is handled and monitored by the IT team. The libraries have kept pace with technology, subscribed to online databases, with campus wide access, with computer terminals, smart cards are used for day-to-day library transactions, access to library is through biometric access system, email notifications for all library check-in, check-outs and overdue reminders. The library has introduced online databases and e-books facility such as JSTOR, EBSCO, Indiastat, Mathscinet, Sage Journals, Lexis Nexis, WESTLAW, MANUPATRA, IEEE etc.) further the Library management is done by using library software KOHA. The library space with latest facilities, including the new addition Knowledge Centre with 90 computer work stations with internet facility and reprography facility. The library uses EPrints institutional repository application. The University extensively uses digital technologies in admissions, managing University accounts, student and staff evaluation, examination processes, evaluation processes and for staff and student attendance.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 26

4.3 Library services: Existing Newly added Total No. Value Text Books No. Value No. Value Reference Books (Lakhs) (Lakhs) e-Books (Lakhs) 4602 142.37 207,097 2436.08 Journals 11905 245.47 40,741 390.92 e-Journals 2,02,495 2293.71 Digital Database 00 2 0 CD & Video 28,836 145.45 519 24.39 1,166 55.69 Others (specify) 20 -- - - 00 121 452.82 647 31.30 00 37800 16.80 -- -- - - 121 452.82 37800 16.80 --4.4 Technology up gradation (overall) Total Computer Internet Browsin Computer Office Depart- Oth 1.24GB g Centres ments ers Computers Labs Centres 3Existing 1430 20 24 29 3Added 711 05 285Mbps 0 1 03 1Total 2141 25 1.51GB 3 4 27 304.5 Computer, Internet access, training to teachers and students and any other programme for technology upgradation (Networking, e-Governance etc.)Total Desktop Systems : 1720Internet Facility (Main Campus) : 195 Mbps : 1040 Mbps Kengeri Campus : Learning Management System – TrainingTechnology Upgrade Training Useful Techniques - efficient desktopfor faculty Management and Training to conduct online Digital SessionsStudents : Induction program to all new students on all the Services offered by IT DepartmentNetwork Infrastructure Upgrade  Upgraded network infrastructure components to enhance the performance of network.  More Wi-Fi devices installed across the campus to provide more Wi-Fi Coverage.  Network Security enhanced by implementing Virtual networks with high configured management Switch to centralize Network management and MonitoringCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 27

4.6 Amount spent on maintenance in lakhs: 518 i) ICT 1,557 ii) Campus Infrastructure and facilities 890 iii) Equipments - iv) Others Total : 2,965Criterion – V5. Student Support and Progression5.1 Contribution of IQAC in enhancing awareness about Student Support Services IQAC contributes to the enhancement of awareness about Student Support Services through the following processes:  Orientation and induction to all the new students and their parents at the beginning of every academic year.  Meeting organised by the University where each student meets the counsellors and a representative of the senior management at the time of admission to familiarise them to the University.  Publishing details of facilities, campus culture, calendar of events and support services in the institutional prospectus and handbooks annually both in print and digital formats.  Sending regular emails and mobile SMSes to students.  Each class is assigned a class teacher who regularly interacts with the students on new developments and issues concerning them.  The University has active Deanery and University level student councils, members of which are formally trained and oriented on student support services. They also regularly meet to give feedback and appraise themselves of new developments.  The University has established Centre for Academic and Professional Support which sensitizes and caters to variety of student needs.  The University trains about 250 peer educators every year who act as a peer support system in the campus.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 28

5.2 Efforts made by the institution for tracking the progression There are several personality enhancement and development programmes in the University.  The Centre for Counselling and Health Services regularly monitors the attendance and progression of the student with the support from the Office of Information Processing and Management (IPM). Where necessary, the centre informs the parents about the progress of the students and if required enlists their support in heling the progress of the students.  All the parents are given access to the ERP where they can monitor the progress of the students.  General performance of all the students department wise is reviewed by the committee, chaired by the Vice Chancellor, constituting to the Dean, the HODs and the coordinators concerned.  All students are given to access to the University ERP and mobile application through which they can self-monitor their progress.5.3 (a) Total Number of students UG PG Ph. D. Others 12062 4000 164 223(b) No. of students outside the state 9974(c) No. of international students 448 No % No % Men Women 8618 52.4 7831 47.6General Last Year (2014-15) Total General This Year (2015-16) SC ST OBC Physically SC ST OBC Physically Total Challenged Challenged12542 234 114 1582 38 14472 14375 255 165 1654 47 16449 Demand ratio: 1:16.55 Dropout %: 4%CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 29

5.4 Details of student support mechanism for coaching for competitive examinations (If any)  Departments conduct NET orientation and training classes to their students. Besides, The Centre for Advanced Research and Training also conducts orientation and training programmes on NET/SET examinations.  The Department of Professional Studies conducts training courses for students aspiring for IAS and other examinations conducted by Union Public Service Commissions.  The National Cadet Core Coy of the University regularly trains and orients the cadets and other students interested in joining the Defence Forces.No. of student beneficiaries 3155.5 No. of students qualified in these examinations NET 80 SET/SLET GATE 17 CATIAS/IPS etc. State PSC UPSC Others5.6 Details of student counselling and career guidance The University offers the services of counsellors, mentors and advisors for each class. In other programmes, class teachers act as academic mentors and advisors. The Centre for Counselling and Health Services has fifteen full time psychological counsellors, one physician and three experienced nursing assistants to interact and render support to students, to deal with their academic, social and personal challenges. Students have easy access to the counsellors to overcome their personal and psychological stress they undergo in academic and non-academic activities.No. of students benefitted 13702CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 30

5.7 Details of campus placement On campus Off Campus Number of Students PlacedNumber of Number of Students Number of Students Placed -Organizations Visited Participated 3412260 42365.8 Details of gender sensitization programmesAs part of gender sensitization drive, the Counsellors conduct sessions for students on gender sensitivity.Gender sensitivity is also taught as a mandatory module to all students as part of credit bearing HolisticEducation Development Courses.The departments of the University organized 13 programmes involving seminars, workshops and orientationprogrammes including legal literacy campaigns to sensitize students on gender issues. The University has a Committee to Promote Gender Equity to address issues related to sexual harassment.5.9 Students Activities5.9.1 No. of students participated in Sports, Games and other eventsState/ University level National level International level 140 10 16No. of students participated in cultural events:State/ University level 123 National level 06 International level --5.9.2 No. of medals /awards won by students in Sports, Games and other eventsSports: State/ University level 80 National level 05 International level 03Cultural: State/ University level 08 National level 09 International level --5.10 Scholarships and Financial SupportFinancial support from institution Number of Amount students (Lakhs)Financial support from government 1722Financial support from other sources 518(Private Scholarships) 80 8.21Number of students who received 45 1.38International/ National recognitions -- --CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 31

5.11 Student organised / initiativesFairs : State/ University level 44 National level 25 International level 05 International levelExhibition: State/ University level National level5.12 No. of social initiatives undertaken by the studentsCentre for Social Action (CSA) came into being in 1998 primarily to facilitate holistic education for thestudent community through student engagement. Currently activities for student community includeRural Exposures and Student Theatre (Drishti). Under the aegis of CSA the student voluntarilyundertook following initiatives.  Street theatre performances on campus in the urban communities based on social issues.  Brought out publications, both in print and online, focusing social issues.  Sponsored the education of 750 children from slums in Bengaluru for their primary and secondary education under Educate a Child Sponsorship Programme.  Taught slum children, conducted life skill and personality development training and organized health camps for children.  Sensitized fellow students towards social responsibility.  Undertook environmental initiatives like Zero Waste Campaign.  Promoted waste segregation at source for integrated waste management on campusStudents of School of Law conducted Legal Literacy Programmes in Villages around BengaluruStudents of other departments organised NGO Fair, visits to hospitals and old age homes and communityawareness programmes on a range of issues.5.13 Major grievances of students (if any) redressed:The grievance redressal is handled by the Deans, Heads of the Departments, counsellors, StudentCouncil Director and Student Council Coordinators.The University Student Council, Deanery Student Council and Class Representatives address the studentgrievances at various levels. Deanery and University Student Councils meet every month to discussissues pertaining to their campus life and academics.One of the significant grievances addressed was the need for more robust Wi-Fi connectivity in twoblocks. University responded by installing new network infrastructure across the campus and installingmore Wi-Fi routers.Other grievances included request for fumigation twice a day from the present once a day to ensuresafety from mosquito, need for more water coolers, more lights in certain parts of the campus, opening ofnew entrance towards the southern part of the campus, all of which have been redressed.These grievances were redressed by providing facilities like fumigation twice a day installation of hotwater dispensers in more blocks, additional lighting arrangements and variety in food menu.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 32

Criterion – VI6. Governance, Leadership and Management6.1 State the Vision and Mission of the institution Vision: Excellence and Service Mission: Christ University is a nurturing ground for an individual's holistic development to make effective contribution to the society in a dynamic environment.6.2 Does the Institution have a management Information System Yes, institution has a Management Information System.  Campus Management Software- ERP Knowledge Pro  Library Management System - KOHACHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 33

6.3 Quality improvement strategies adopted by the institution for each of the following: 6.3.1 Curriculum Development Quality sustenance  Departments regularly review their curricula through periodic meetings of their Curriculum Development Cells. The annual Board of Studies meetings specially review the syllabus.  In order to sustain the quality, the external members representing academia and industry are have a membership period of only two years.  Faculty members visit premier institutions in the country and interact with the faculty to get a feedback on the curriculum. The feedback is then assessed and incorporated in the curriculum  Feedback on curriculum from students, alumni, parents, and recruiters is considered. Quality enhancement measures  In the Orientation and Faculty Development programmes before the beginning of every academic year, the IQAC gives a theme to discuss and evolve ideas and practices with an aim to enhance curriculum across departments. These discussions are followed up in Faculty Development Programmes that take place in Odd semester and culminate in change of curriculum through the BOS. The themes include Research-informed Teaching, Service Learning, and Technology- integrated education, to name a few.  Accrediting the curriculum by professional bodies like Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), UK, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), UK, American Counselling Association for programmes such as BBA (Finance and Accounting), BCom (Professional) and MA (Counselling Psychology) respectively is done  The University has established the Centre for Advanced Training and Research (CART) which initiates and supports integration of discipline-specific data analysis softwares such as SPSS, MATLAB, NVivo, AMOS, R, and EViews into the curricula across the programmes through facilitator certification model and team-teaching with the faculty members of the departments concerned.  The departments organised curriculum review workshops periodically both covering the entire curriculum as well as in discipline specializations.  The Office of Vice Chancellor also constitutes department-specific Curriculum Review Committees. Based on the recommendations of these committees the Vice Chancellor gives directions for curricular review to the respective departments.  The results of the Annual Student Satisfaction survey are considered for improving the curricula.  Curricula is strengthened by adopting best practices, incorporating innovations, and validation by industry and academic experts, represented in the BOS.  MOOCs offered by Coursera, Edx and FutureLean are integrated into the curriculum of all the programmes to give global academic exposure to the students in their respective disciplines.  MOUs are signed with leading corporate companies such as TCS, SAP, IBM to enable industry relevant curricula.  The University conducts regular Refresher programmes and Quality Improvements programmes for the faculty. The key objective of these programmes is to enrich and enhance the quality of curriculum through knowledge and skill enhancement of faculty membersCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 34

6.3.2 Teaching and Learning Student-centric and participative learning are made part of the teaching-learning process. Research- informed and research-led teaching are thrusts of the teaching-learning process of Strategic Plan. Teaching and learning is aimed at achieving desired learning outcomes of programmes and courses. The teaching learning-process emphasizes the following:  Innovative pedagogic tools and teaching aids using latest technology  Industrial, NGO and Teaching internships  Service learning with grades and credits  Peer-teaching, Peer-tutoring, Group study and Co-operative learning  Developing and building on case studies  Blended learning, flipped classroom and visual texts  Emphasis on developing creative and critical thinking skills  Research-based learning and exposure to research labs  External and internal research projects, summer projects  Seminars, workshops, group discussions and paper presentations  Team teaching, involvement of eminent scientists  Simulations  Use of main stream media content as pedagogic material  Focus on experiential learning  Mandatory internship for all Masters programme Centre for Concept Design is an exclusive Centre to help teachers develop digital learning modules and courses. They also assist in recording the digital content as well as in compiling and editing the same.  Training on use of LMS-Moodle in teaching to faculty members with a user manual to assist them to maintain and implement courses in LMS  Digital training sessions by IT team to help faculty members to have hands-on training on the use of digital tools to prepare computer-aided teaching and learning materials  The departments have computers to prepare computer-aided teaching-learning material  Internet facility has been provided to desktops, laptops, tablets and mobile phones  Faculty members are trained and provided with assistance to produce digital content. All the recently recruited teachers are trained in data analysis softwares related to their discipline.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 35

6.3.3 Examination and EvaluationTo ensure quality the University has been bar-coding all the mid semester and end semester answerscripts, following the question bank system, following the continuous evaluation system.This year, in addition to the above, the University introduced evaluation rubrics for continuous internalassessment of all courses from this academic year. Training programmes and workshops wereconducted to build the capacity of teachers in this regard. 6.3.4 Research and Development  The University has set up a Centralized Instrumentation Centre to make facilities commonly available as well as to facilitate interdisciplinary research.  In order to support the researchers in emerging disciplines the University prioritizes grant of Major Research Projects, Minor Research Projects, Monographs, and Working Papers in emerging areas.  University has set up the Centre for Advanced Research and Training (CART) which has started facilitator courses involving a range of data analysis software such as NVivo, EViews, MATLAB, R, AMOS and SPSS.  In order to improve the quality of MPhil and PhD research, MPhil and PhD theses are rigorously reviewed by the Centre for Publications before they are accepted for evaluation by the University.  The Major Research Projects and Minor Research Projects granted by the University also goes through a rigorous evaluation from the time of application till the time of the final submission report.  Separate cabins for researchers and research assistants have been set up.  The general computer labs and computer terminals in the departments are available for research and computational purposes.  Researchers have access to software packages like SPSS, STATA, R, NVivo, MATLAB, Turnitin and LaTeX. University has subscribed to key research databases such as JSTOR, Proquest Thesis and Dissertations, Proquest Science, Lexisnexus, Manupatra, Westlaw, Hein Online, and Mathscinet. These databases are accessible across the campus over Wi-Fi.  The entire campus is Wi-Fi-enabled to facilitate seamless access to digital resources for research.  Turnitin Plagiarism-detection software is deployed by the University to aid plagiarism-free dissertations, theses, reports and publications.In order to support the researchers in emerging disciplines the University prioritizes grant of MajorResearch Projects, Minor Research Projects, Monographs, and Working Papers in emerging areas.University has set up the Centre for Advanced Research and Training (CART) which has startedfacilitator courses involving a range of data analysis software.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 36

6.3.5 Library, ICT and physical infrastructure / instrumentationChrist University campus is spacious, well-maintained and environment friendly. It has excellentinfrastructure facilities such as equipment, buildings and learning resources. The University has wonseveral awards for its green and clean campus. It is also known for well-maintained, high-tech, andICT-enabled campus which serves the informational needs of faculty and students.The University has a Library Advisory Committee which periodically meets to review theeffectiveness of the library. Feedback on library is taken in the Annual Student Satisfaction Survey.The ICT usage, maintenance and upgradation is constantly monitored by the coordinator of the ITservices who regularly reports to the officials of the University. Feedback is also taken from theStudent Council and in the Annual Student Satisfaction Survey.The University has evolved a well-oiled system for the proper maintenance and improvement of thephysical infrastructure. A team of senior administrators, academic heads and support staff monitor theuse and upkeep of the infrastructure. All faculty members and students can email their infrastructurerelated suggestions and needs to [email protected] or can post them in their ERP login.These suggestions are looked into on daily basis and monitored at three levels.Further, the Strategy Planning Cell also helps the departments to build their Strategic Plans on variouslibrary resources, ICT and Physical Infrastructure/Instrumentation.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 37

6.3.6 Human Resource Management  The University conducts 15-day long orientation programme for all the newly recruited faculty in the first year of their employment. The programme familiarises them on the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of the University, concept and practices of higher education, pedagogy, evaluation practices, research and publication and professional development.  To build their research capacity all the new faculty are also mandatorily trained in data analysis softwares such as SPSS, R, AMOS, MATLAB, EVeiws, Origin, NVivo.  In order to keep the faculty members updated in their areas of expertise, all departments are directed to organise 3 to 5-day long Quality Improvement Programmes at the end of every semester for the faculty members. Departments are free to invite resource persons from premier institutions across the country.  In order to help the faculty bond with each other better, the faculty members department wise are sent for three-day Out-Bound Programme every year.  The University also conducts annual training workshops for all the non-teaching staff to help them upgrade their skills.  In order to give international exposure and bring international practices, every year a few faculty members are made to visit collaborating universities in Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.  The Staff Selection Committee meets periodically to review the human resource requirements of the University and issues specific directions to the departments to quality and improvement.  The performance of all the faculty members and staff-members is reviewed after 360-degree feedback.  In the ERP provisions constantly improved for better human resource management. 6.3.7 Faculty and Staff recruitmentThe University has a clear policy and plan to manage Human resources to meet the changingrequirements of the curriculum and the institution.Human resources are planned through a systematic human resource planning budget which is based on acontinuous assessment for requirement. The University follows specified tested systems and proceduresfor faculty and staff recruitment. Some of the guiding principles followed for faculty and staffrecruitment are:  Revising and improving recruitment policy  Sustaining gender equity and diversity  Diversity among faculty–national/international  Recruitment of faculty as per cadre ratioCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 38

6.3.8 Industry Interaction / CollaborationThe University has setup consultancy cells in three key departments with provision for additionalhuman resource. The cells will work on capacity building of the department for consultancy andsoliciting consultancies.The University has also setup Centre for Digital Innovation which solicits consultancy projects from theindustry in the areas of software development, training and Internet of Things (IOT).The departments are encouraged to invite the industry experts as guest faculty and adjunct faculty toteach courses involving industry applications. The University also encourages core teaching courseswith industry experts.Industry experts also made parts of all University Boards of Studies.A few of the departments make it mandatory for all its faculty members to visit the industryperiodically.6.3.9 Admission of StudentsTsthafef Uonfivther.esiotyffcicoendoufctasdrmevisiesiwono.f the admission process at the end of every admission season with the The review involves critical evaluation of the admission process.Analysis of the admission data and plans for the succeeding admission season.To ensure quality in interview process, the University conducts orientation programmes for all facultymembers involved in the admission interview.All the departments are provided with the admission data to help them strategise their intake for thesucceeding batch of students.The admission data analysis is discussed in the meetings of IQAC, Planning and Monitoring Board,Academic Council and Board of Management.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 39

Teaching Yes Non-teaching Yes6.4 Welfare schemes for Students Yes6.5 Total corpus fund generated INR 5 Crore6.6 Whether annual financial audit has been done Yes  No6.7 Whether Academic and Administrative Audit (AAA) has been done? Audit Type External InternalAcademic Yes/No Agency Yes/No AuthorityAdministrative No -- Yes IQAC No -- No IQAC6.8 Does the University/ Autonomous College declares results within 30 days? For UG Programmes Yes  No For PG Programmes Yes  NoCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 40

6.9 What efforts are made by the University/ Autonomous College for Examination Reforms? The University review the practical examinations of all the science courses and advice the department to move from end semester evaluation to continuous evaluation of practicals. Accordingly, all the science programmes during the academic year, switched over to either complete continuous evaluation of the practicals or 60-80% of continuous evaluation and 40-20% of end semester evaluation. The University has been encouraging departments to experiment with open book examination. A few courses have experimented with open book examination in their mid-semester examinations. The department of English introduced 50% online evaluation in the mid semester examinations for the English language courses. In order to improve the quality of assessments across all the programmes and bring in more transparency, the office of examinations introduced evaluation rubrics for all the continuous internal assessments.6.10 What efforts are made by the University to promote autonomy in the affiliated/constituent colleges?Not Applicable6.11 Activities and support from the Alumni Association  The core committee of the Alumni association met every month and discussed various developmental plan for the University.  The alumni association organised fun fiesta which is a day long programme for both the faculty and staff of the University.  The Alumni association raised funds for the scholarships and fee concessions for the needy students.  A separate Alumni webpage was hosted for better networking and communication with the Alumni.  The Alumni association began the task of building a up to date and systematic database of the Alumni and managed to connect to over 50% of the alumni.  The association organised the annual alumni family get together on 26th January and honoured faculty members and staff who completed 25 years of service in the University.  The Alumni association started a newsletter for regularly connecting with the alumni worldwide.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 41

6.12 Activities and support from the Parent – Teacher Association As a part of the ongoing effort to improve the quality of the academic system two parent meetings were organized during the academic year 2015-16. A comprehensive representation of parents, Deans Directors, Counsellors and the Heads of various Departments attended the meetings. These meetings facilitated the interaction of parents with the management and shared their feedback and concerns with respect to academics and the overall growth of the University. The meetings were chaired by Fr Vice Chancellor. The first meeting was held on Saturday 26 September 2015 with a gathering of 49 set of parents. The second meeting was held on Saturday, 19 March 2016 and 39 set of parents participated and offered their feedback.6.13 Development programmes for support staff Out Bound Training programme (Staff Development Programme for support staff) was conducted at Camp Shristi–Near Tumkur in three stages 1. September 28 & 29 2015 2. II December 11 & 12 2015 3. III January 29 & 30 2016 Technical Skill and Communication Skill Training for Non-teaching staff: In Continuation of FEEL programme, technical and communication skill training programme was arranged for the Non- Teaching Staff. Technical Skill Training: Technical skill training was arranged in 4 batches for the staff and it was held at the IT Lab Block II. Mr. Vinay M from the Department of Computer Science was the Resource Person The programme was conducted in 4 batches on 8,9,11 and 12 February 2016.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 42

6.14 Initiatives taken by the institution to make the campus eco-friendly Under the Parivarthana project Centre for Social Action (CSA), the social development wing of Christ University, undertook numerous initiatives to make the campus eco-friendly. Student volunteers of CSA sensitized and educate the students and faculty through the Zero Waste Campaign. Seventy percent of primary segregation of waste generated in the campus was undertaken by the students and faculties. Thirty percent of secondary segregation was undertaken by sorting cum composting unit. The sorting cum composting unit and the handmade recycled paper made the initiative self-sustained. Students and faculty members were educated on waste management practices and were encouraged to propagate the same in their families and neighbourhood community. Handmade Paper Recycling unit of CSA continued its work this year as well. * Energy conservation: Students and faculty were educated to use less electricity by switching off fans and lights when not in use. Fans and lights are switched off when not in use. With a view to saving energy, University increased the use of CFL & LED blubs on the campus. * Use of renewable energy: University has ensured use of solar energy on the campus, in this regard solar lights and solar water heaters were installed on the campus. To use alternate sources of energy as means of using renewable energy Christ University has been promoting generation of energy from food waste. bio-gas plant at Christ University-Dharmaram College has been a big success. The feeding capacity of bio-gas plant is 500 kgs of food waste which can generate about 25 kgs of methane gas every day. Additionally, live demo water jacket model of bio-tech and ARTI model bio- gas plants at Christ University are in functional status for demonstration and training to various stakeholders. The Information Centre forms one of the important components of bio-gas plant operation. The primary objective of the information centre is to disseminate information on various technologies of bio-gas plants.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 43

Criterion – VII7. Innovations and Best Practices 7.1 Innovations introduced during this academic year which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the institution. Give details. During the academic year, the University initiated a number of innovations both at the University level and at the department level in the areas of Curriculum, Teaching-Learning evaluation, Research, Student Care and Governance which had positive impact on the University. Some of the key innovations are as follows: Service Learning: The University introduced Service Learning in the programmes offered by 10 departments on a pilot basis. The departments were given orientation by scholars and practitioners from both India and abroad. The feedback from the teachers of the 10 departments was quite positive. Based on this feedback, the University would be extending the Service Learning to all departments of the University in the following year. Evaluation Rubrics for Continuous Internal Assessment: In an effort to bring in more quality and transparency to the evaluation of Continuous Internal Assessment assignments, the University made Evaluation Rubrics mandatory for all courses. Training programmes and workshops were conducted for all departments to help them orient to the concept of Evaluation Rubrics. The Evaluation Rubrics have been well received by both students and teachers. Research Paper Publications by Undergraduate Students: Department of Professional Studies experimented with paper publications in research journals by undergraduate students under the guidance of the faculty members. Over 12 research papers were published in peer reviewed journals.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 44

7.2 Provide the Action Taken Report (ATR) based on the plan of action decided upon at the beginning of the yearAction Taken Report (ATR) 2015 -16No Decisions/Proposals Action Taken1 IQAC recommended that efforts to be taken to BOM-29 (28-09-2015) Agenda-3 mentions total funds enhance the volume of research grants from received under Research and Development grant is Rs external agencies 269.55 lakhs2 IQAC suggested introduction of post-doctoral fellowships BOM-29 (28-09-2015) Agenda-6 gives details of the post-doctoral fellowship, its structure, eligibility and3 Instituting Student Fellowship other terms-implemented4 A body to support the academic and BOM-29 (28-09-2015) Agenda-6 approved the professional needs of students and teachers institution of student fellowship-the regulations are codified5 Acting on the Observations and Recommendations made by NAAC Peer Team Establishment of Centre for Academic and (October 2015) Consultancy Cell to be Professional Support (CAPS) through the approval of established BOM-29 (28-09-2015) Agenda-76 IQAC directed the CU-Academic College to Four departments identified for creating the organize Faculty Development Programmes Consultancy Cell – Psychology, Institute of like Refresher, Orientation and Quality Management, School of Law and Faculty of Improvement Programmes (QIP) Engineering- BOM-30 (16-01-2016) Agenda-27 Introduction of Choice Based Credit System BOM-30 (16-01-2016)- Agenda-4 All the programmes (CBCS) conducted- Refresher, Orientation and Quality Improvement Programmes (QIP) during the year8 IQAC recommended the introduction of new programmes All the Core Courses, Elective Courses and Ability Enhancement Courses were introduced – BOM-309 IQAC emphasized the need to take membership in University Associations (16-01-2016)- Agenda-610 Suggestion by IQAC to have MoU with New programmes in BA, MPhil and PhD were national and international institutions approved- BOM-30 (16-01-2016)- Agenda-6 Membership in University Associations applied for - BOM-30 (16-01-2016)- Agenda-6 Texas A & M University, USA 4/2/2016 Handong Global University, (Korea) 1/2/2016 The Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health, (LGBRIMH) 7/1/2016 British Council, UK 15/1/2016 TATA Advanced Materials Ltd, Bengaluru 18/1/16 Gnana Samanvaya, (Department of Higher Education, Government of Karnataka) 6/112015 Society for Community Health Awareness Research and Action (SOCHARA), Bengaluru14/8/2015 Gramina Abhivrudhi Mathu Adhyayana Kendra Trust (GRAMA), Chitradurga, Karnataka 28/8/2015 Miles Publications Private Limited (Miles CMA) 2/7/201511 Proposed policies for Research Conduct and Research Conduct and Research Ethics policies were Research Ethics formulated BOM-32 (17-05-2016)- Agenda-812 PTA meetings to be organized The PTA meetings were held on 26th September, 2015 and 19th March, 201613 Faculty Appraisal Faculty Appraisal was conducted on 4 -3—2016 to 22-CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 45

14 Teachers evaluation 3-201615 Audit Teachers evaluation was conducted on 29 – 2 -2016 to16 Faculty Development Programme (FDP) I 11-3-201617 Faculty Development Programme (FDP) II The annual academic Audit was conducted from 24.8.2015 - 7.9.201518 Holistic education HED19 Seminars to be Organised Organized FDP-1 was organized on the theme, ‗Quality Sustenance and Enhancement Through Innovation‘ on 27&30 May 2016 Organized FDP-II Sustainable drive towards a world class university: Quality and Strategic Plan Implementation Strategies 13 November 2015- 5 December2015 Holistic education training was held on 30 May 2015, and 31 October 2015 & May 31, 2016 4 – 6 March 2015: National Workshop On Innovations in Curriculum, Teaching and Instruction for Teachers of Professional and Technical Institutions 10-12 March 2015: Leadership: Leading Desirable Changes in Higher Education for Higher Educational Leaders 28-29 April 2015: National workshop On Teaching, Research and Technology Organized By Xavier Board in Collaboration with Christ University, Bengaluru. 1-2, May 2015: National Workshop On Effective Leadership, Administration and Management for Principals of Higher Educational Institutions Organized By Xavier Board in Collaboration with Christ University, Bengaluru 18-20 May 2015: National Seminar On Skill Development in Higher Education for Academic Administrators 9-11 November 2015: Workshop on Organization Leadership for Superiors, Directors and Principals 25 – 26 January 2016: Workshop for Leaders of Christian Colleges in India on Strategic Planning and Resource Development (SPRD) 29-31 January 2016: A Three Day Conclave of Academics on ‗Academic Quality in Higher Education‘20 Students council Meetings to be organized The Students Council Meetings organized for the year 2015 were as follows:  7 June 2015-orientation  27 June 2015-deanery level members orientation  3 August 2015 -monthly meeting  10 August 2015-meeting with vice chancellor  21 September 2015-monthly meetingCHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 46

21 The Academic Staff College to organize  10 November 2015 -monthly meeting orientation Programme, and Quality  21 December 2015-monthly meeting Improvement programme  2 February 2016-meeting with Vice22 NAAC Peer Team Visit Chancellor  14 March 2016-monthly meeting The Academic Staff College organized Orientation Programme (10 days) 16 – 25 April 2015, Orientation Programme (5 days) 16 – 20 April 2015 and Quality Improvement Programme September 2015 - May 2016. Further a Workshop was held on 30 March – 01 April 2015 The NAAC Peer Team Visit for Assessment and Accreditation was facilitated from 14 Sep – 17 Oct 2015. The pre and post peer team visit activities were guided and lead by the IQAC7.3 Give two Best Practices of the institution (please see the format in the NAAC Self-study Manuals*Provide the details in annexure (annexure need to be numbered as i, ii, iii)Two Best Practices of Christ University which have contributed to add value to the better academic andadministrative ambience are 1. Holistic Education 2. Student Satisfaction Survey.1. Title of the Practice 1: Holistic Education2. Title of the Practice 2: Student Satisfaction Survey (SSS): A Reach-out EffortDetails are provided in the annexure attached.7.4 Contribution to environmental awareness / protectionSeveral initives have been undertaken to promote environmental awareness and protection. Under theParivarthana project Centre for Social Action (CSA), the development wing of Christ University, hasundertaken numerous initiatives to make the campus eco-friendly.Student volunteers of CSA sensitize and educate the students and faculty through Zero Waste Campaign.Christ University generates around 900 kgs of waste everyday which includes both wet and dry waste. Seventypercent of primary segregation of waste generated in the campus is undertaken by the students and faculties.Thirty percent of secondary segregation is undertaken by sorting cum composting unit. The sorting cumcomposting unit and the handmade recycled paper make the initiative self-sustained. Students and facultymembers are educated on waste management practices and encouraged to propagate the same in their familiesand neighbourhood community. CSA has established Handmade Paper Recycling at Christ UniversityCampus. To process and recycle tetra packs University extend support to ANU Business Unit.Energy conservation: Students and faculty are educated to use less electricity. Fans and lights are switched offwhen not in use. With a view to saving energy Christ University has been promoting use of CFL blubs in thecampus.Use of renewable energy: University has ensured use of solar energy in the campus, in this regard solarlights and solar water heaters are installed in the campus. In a very small scale solar lights and solar heatersetc. are installed in the campus. To use alternate sources of energy as means of using renewable energy ChristUniversity has been promoting generation of energy from food waste. The bio-gas plant at Christ University-CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 47

Dharmaram College has been a big success. The feeding capacity of bio-gas plant is 500 kgs of food wastewhich can generate about 25 kgs of methane gas every day. Additionally, live demo water jacket model of bio-tech and ARTI model bio-gas plants at Christ University are in functional status for demonstration and trainingto various stakeholders. Information Centre forms one of the important components of bio-gas plant operation.The primary objective of the information centre is to disseminate information on various technologies of bio-gas plants.Water harvesting and check dam construction: Water harvesting systems established in Christ University isunique in all aspects. Every day in the main campus about 300000 litres of grey water is being treated andused for vegetation and gardening. Rain water harvesting promoted in Kengeri Campus is one of the uniquefeatures of judicious utilization of water resource. With the concept of ―catch rain water where it falls‖, ChristUniversity ensure in both campuses to recharge ground water. Roof top rain water and run-off water ischannelized through a system and collected in a sump tank and used for watering the garden. With regard tocheck dam, the campus of the University is located on a plain ground and there is no scope for check dams.However, this process of check dams has been implemented by the University as part Community basedwatershed and soil conservation intervention in Jiwati Taluk, Chandrapur district of Maharashtra hasimmensely benefitted the people of 24 villages for sustainable agriculture, animal husbandry and livelihoodpromotion.Efforts for Carbon neutrality: The Zero Waste Campaign with primary focus on “Reduce, Reuse, Recycleand Safe and Scientific Disposal‖ is the major strategy adopted in Christ University as an effort for carbonneutrality. Due to our safe, sustainable and systematic waste management strategy in place, Christ Universityhas achieved 80% of carbon neutrality in the campus based on the waste audit conducted in the campus for aweek.In order to ensure carbon neutrality food waste is converted into bio-gas and kitchen waste, fruit/vegetablewaste and other bio-mass are converted into organic manure and used for vegetation. Christ University doesnot use chemical or synthetic fertilizer. Paper and tetra packs are recycled and sold by which a sizeableamount of revenue is generated. Waste resources such as bottles, newspapers, aluminum foils, chocolatewrappers, plastics etc. which cannot be recycled are sold in the scrap market and revenue generated. By thisprocess Christ University generates monthly revenue of Rs. 150,000 which goes as the remuneration for thepeople working in the waste management unit. Nearly 75% of the waste resources generated in the campus isreused, recycled or sold in the scrap market. Only 25-30% rejects are sent to the scientific landfill for safedisposal and treatment. Parivarthana initiative of Christ University has been awarded by Rotary Club forcomprehensive waste management initiative in the campus as well as in the slum community.Plantation: Christ University has a green and clean environment known for its rich flora. Lots of trees havebeen planted. Varieties of shrubs, bushy plants and flower plants add beauty to the campus. Christ Universityhas won awards and rewards for such efforts. Every year Christ University hosts Green Apple Day of Service(global event) and promotes tree plantations in various schools and colleges in the city.Hazardous waste management: Christ University has adopted a very comprehensive and integrated wastemanagement strategy. Food waste which could have generated harmful gases is safely and scientificallymanaged. Likewise, toilet waste and laboratory wastes are managed safely and systematically. Thornybushes/shrubs and thermocol are sent to the scientific landfills. Effort is also being explored to send e-waste toe-waste procurement centres. Indeed, Christ University is a hazard waste free environment.E-waste management: Student volunteers of CSA-Christ University undertake awareness campaigns on E-waste Management; Christ University has ensured systematic way of collection of E-wastes which are sold inthe scrap market to generate revenue for the Parivarthana unit.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 48

7.5 Whether environmental audit was conducted? Yes NoThe University conducts Green Audit once in two years. 7.6 Any other relevant information the institution wishes to add. (for example SWOT Analysis)  Strategic Plan 2015-18: The University has introduced Strategic Plan 2015-18. The Plan was developed in consultation with all the faculty members through a series of workshops and meetings. Based on the University level, Deanery level and Department level SWOC analysis, the Strategy Plan has been introduced with strategic initiatives at all three levels. The progress of the plan is reviewed every quarter. The University has established Office of Strategic Plan Implementation for effective implementation of Strategic Plan.  NAAC Assessment and Accreditation: The University was Assessed for Accreditation by the NAAC Peer Team from 14-17 October 2015. 8. Plans of institution for next year  Review and restructuring of Academic and Administrative audit  Undertake a feasibility study to introduce masters in life sciences.  Restructuring Internal Quality Assurance Cell.  Review and updating of publication support policy.  Complete the approval and planning process for the new campus facility in Bengaluru.  Embed library research in assessment of all the programmes to enhance library usage by students.  Set up the incubation facility at the Kengeri Campus.  International exposure programmes for 30 mid-level faculty who have not been exposed international higher education.  Completion and inauguration of Block V and the new automobile lab in Kengeri Campus.  Operationalization of Bannerghatta Road Campus.  Construction of the South Gate Walk Way in the main campus.CHRIST UNIVERISTY, IQAC – AQAR FOR 01 JUNE 2015 – 31 MAY 2016 49