Media Release
Mangaluru, Sep 16: Student induction programme ‘Navyarambh 2024’ will be organized by Yenepoya Institute of Arts Science Commerce and Management (YIACSM) on September 17-18 for the new post graduate batch of students of MBA, MCA, and MSc at Bangra Kulur campus.
The postgraduate (PG) student induction programme is an essential component of higher education institutions. Towards this end the ‘Navyarambh 2024’ - PG student induction programme is designed to provide incoming postgraduate students with the information, support, and resources they need to transition smoothly into their post graduate academic programmes.
Navyarambh is an inclusive induction programme on upskilling process resulting in positive outcomes of post-graduates. Navyarambh will be a significant event of the college, conducted at a common platform across all disciplines, symbolizing the initiation of post graduate students into a new phase of their academic journey; emphasizing the importance of dedication and commitment in higher education.
In this regard, to bring them under one common learning platform and to prepare them for post-graduate education, some common subjects which are not part of the PG curriculum but needed for post-graduate education, that facilitates smooth and effective learning process are identified and incorporated into this PG orientation. Navyarambh includes personality development, communication skills, attitudes, code of conduct, campus etiquette. Other inclusions are campus tours; introductions to key faculty and facilities.
This is an opportunity to introduce the PG students to the various support services, such as libraries, research, career services, counselling and IT facilities. It offers information on student cells and extracurricular activities.
These events here aim to create a sense of enthusiasm, commitment, and dedication among post graduate students towards their academics, research and personal growth. Further the students will be briefed about the college, vision, mission, curricular and evaluation system; to inculcate the basic values and provide a platform to the students to get accustomed to this institution.
During the induction programme, students will receive important academic information such as individual program requirements, specialisation/course selection, research opportunities and academic support services. This ensures that students have a clear understanding of what is expected of them during their 2 years of postgraduate studies in this institution.
Building a sense of community among the postgraduate students is an important part of this induction programme. It helps students navigate the nuances of college life networking opportunities and activities that help students connect with their peers and establish a support network for collaborative performance.
Faculty members and administrators will discuss academic expectations, assessment methods and research/internship requirements. This will help students understand what they need to do to succeed in their respective programmes. The programme includes overview/feedback from faculty/students regarding the induction programme to continuously improve it.