Bachelors of Arts is a dynamic programme that aims at making the students resilient and future-ready. The course aims at awarding the learners with a composite understanding of different facets of human existence through its multidisciplinary approach.
This programme is offered in two mediums of instructions, i.e., English and Marathi with a view of catering to the needs of learners of all possible areas, be it urban, rural or semi-urban. The unique way in which this programme is delivered makes sure that it enhances communication, entrepreneurial and economic skills among the learners. Also, the course is offered in a blended (i.e., synchronous-asynchronous) mode which facilitates a high degree of learning flexibility. The enrollment process of the programme is quite easy which provides convenience to all the prospective learners at their fingertips.
The programme boasts numerous highly qualified subject matter experts pursuing research in various fields. It also offers well-researched-high quality ‘Learning Material’ which allows the learners to learn at a pace of their comfort. This further means that the academic enrichment of learners is possible even while they are employed full time. This programme has thus, not only identified the gap that exists in the present programme delivery system but also developed a unique and industry-first approach to address the same through asynchronous and synchronous modes of content delivery.
The learners enrolled for this programme have the unique advantage of having round-the-clock access to the state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) which facilitates ‘self-paced asynchronous learning’.
In addition to this, live-interactive classes, in-person on-campus classes and last-minute revision classes are arranged for our dynamic learners. The alumni of this programme have praised this initiative as ‘extremely helpful’.
Programme Objectives:
- To make the students understand different facets of human existance through the study of social, economic, political, historical, cultual and other aspects.
- To make the students future-ready.
- To make the student reselient and prepare them from 21st Century work space scenario.
- To inculcate in the students the ‘Giving-Back-To-The-Society’ approach.
- To enhance communication, economic and entrepreneurial skills amongst the learners.
Programme Outcomes:
- Acquire skills and information not only about the subjects of social sciences but also in communication, organization and entrepreneurship.
- Develop practical skills to provide effective solutions to the problems of society.
- Analyze and apply conceptual knowledge to solve problems at personal as well as community level.
Skill Development:
Our curriculum covers skill-based component extensively. The continuous assessment techniques are meticulously employed to evaluate the progress of each-and-every student. Assignments, Mini Projects, Projects, Group Discussions, Case Study etc. are assigned to students to ensure their participation in the continuous assessment process which leads to the unique pesonalised learning experiences and skill enhancement. This UG level programme is multidisciplinary in nature and hence we also conduct our classes through the ‘Inter-Disciplinary Approach’ which awards the learners a holistic understanding of the concepts.
Our Program delivers conceptual and practical inputs with the fine blending of traditional and new age teaching andragogy. Besides classroom teaching, the blended learning approach covers the following:
- Course assignments, Case Studies, etc.
- Projects, Reports and Dissertation
- Workshops, Panel Discussion, Webinars, Seminars, etc.
- Interaction with Industry Experts
- Multiple Internships.
- Virtual Labs
- Field based and Community based Learning
Apart from the above, learning support is also provided through LMS, wherein, the Students are provided access to E-Content, E-Learning, Access to Digital Library.
This programme also aims at developing communication, entrepreneurial and economic skills amongst its learners with the view of enhancing their employability post its completion.
Eligibility: Passed XII or equivalent course through any recognized Board.
Program Duration: 3 Years
Medium of Instruction: English and Marathi
Program-Wise Credit Distribution-B. A Program
| Semester | Course Code | Course Name |
| 1 | BAE1001 | General Hindi |
| 1 | BAE1002 | Functional English |
| 1 | BAE1003 | Indian Economic Environment |
| 1 | BAE1004 | An Introduction to Political Science |
| 1 | BAE1005 | An Introduction to History |
| 1 | BAE1006 | An Introduction to Geography |
| 1 | BAE1007 | Internship/Apprenticeship I |
| 2 | BAE2001 | Introduction to Public Administration |
| 2 | BAE2002 | Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India |
| 2 | BAE2003 | Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism |
| 2 | BAE2004 | Socio Psychological Perspective of Indian Society |
| 2 | BAE2005 | Indian Constitution and its Comparison with USA and UK |
| 2 | BAE2006 | History of Civilization |
| 2 | BAE2007 | Internship/Apprenticeship II |
| 3 | BAE3001 | International Economics |
| 3 | BAE3002 | Indian Administration |
| 3 | BAE3003 | Distribution of Key Natural Resources Across the World |
| 3 | BAE3004 | Introduction to Disaster Management |
| 3 | BAE3005 | History of Civilization: Indian Civilization |
| 3 | BAE3006 | Introduction to Cultural and Social Organization |
| 3 | BAE3007 | Internship/Apprenticeship III |
| 4 | BAE4001 | History of the Marathas |
| 4 | BAE4002 | Social Institutions and Change |
| 4 | BAE4003 | Factors Responsible for the Location of Industries |
| 4 | BAE4004 | An Introduction to Political Ideologies |
| 4 | BAE4005 | Indian Political Thinkers |
| 4 | BAE4006 | Monetary Economics |
| 4 | BAE4007 | Internship/Apprenticeship IV |
| 5 | BAE5001 | Local Self Government |
| 5 | BAE5002 | Philosophy of Indian Saints |
| 5 | BAE5003 | Public Policy and Governance |
| 5 | BAE5004 | Information and Communication Technology |
| 5 | BAE5005 | Environment Policy and Administration |
| 5 | BAE5006 | Cultural History of Maharashtra and Heritage |
| 5 | BAE5007 | Internship/Apprenticeship V |
| 6 | BAE6001 | Social Welfare Administration of India |
| 6 | BAE6002 | Administrative Ethics and Governance |
| 6 | BAE6003 | Economic Geography |
| 6 | BAE6004 | Introduction to Population & Society |
| 6 | BAE6005 | International Relations |
| 6 | BAE6006 | History of South East Asia |
| 6 | BAE6007 | Internship/Apprenticeship VI |
Evaluation Procedure:
- The Evaluation Scheme includes Formative Evaluation and Summative Evaluation
- The questions formulated are based on the programme/course objectives.
- The questions are designed to test student’s knowledge, comprehension through factual and textual questions. Application/analysis/synthesis/evaluation type questions which form an integral part of Bloom’s Taxonomy are formulated to further boost the intellectual faculties of the students.
- The student’s views, opinions, power of expression, clarity of thought, application of knowledge and analytical abilities are tested through ‘subjective questions.’
Formative Evaluation– The students have to submit Assignments for all the courses. As a compulsory academic component of the curriculum, students are required to submit assessments in the form of Internal Assignments. The Formative Evaluation implemented is as follows: Assessment in the form of Unit Tests, Quizzes, or Examinations, course wise of 30 marks with 50% passing.
Summative Evaluation– The students attend the exams at the end of the semester. These exams are taken course-wise separately. Summative evaluations are of 70 marks with 50% passing.
