Objectives of KC College of Hotel Management's IQAC Committee are:
01. Development and Application of Quality Benchmarks
- Form Quality Assurance Committees: Establish specialized committees to define and monitor quality benchmarks for academic and administrative activities.
- Regular Reviews: Conduct periodic reviews to ensure benchmarks are being met and update them as needed.
02. Facilitating a Learner-Centric Environment
- Faculty Development Programs: Organize workshops and training sessions to help faculty adopt modern teaching methods and technologies.
- Interactive Learning Spaces: Create environments that support participatory learning, such as collaborative classrooms and online learning platforms.
03. Feedback Mechanism
- Surveys and Feedback Forms: Develop comprehensive surveys for students, parents, and stakeholders to provide feedback on institutional processes.
- Feedback Analysis: Regularly analyze feedback to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes.
04. Strengthening Industry-Academia Relations
- Partnerships and MOUs: Establish partnerships with industries to provide internships, workshops, and guest lectures.
- Industry Advisory Board: Create an advisory board with industry representatives to guide curriculum development and research projects.
05. Dissemination of Information on Quality Parameters
- Newsletters and Reports: Publish regular newsletters and reports highlighting quality initiatives and achievements.
- Information Sessions: Conduct seminars and workshops to educate faculty and students about quality parameters and their importance.
06. Workshops and Seminars on Quality Themes
- Inter and Intra-Institutional Events: Organize events focused on quality improvement, inviting speakers from other institutions and industries.
- Quality Circles: Promote the formation of quality circles where faculty and students can discuss and develop quality enhancement strategies.
07. Documentation of Programs and Activities
- Comprehensive Records: Maintain detailed records of all programs and activities, documenting objectives, outcomes, and improvements.
- Annual Reports: Compile these records into annual reports to track progress over time.
08. Acting as a Nodal Agency for Quality Activities
- Central Coordination: Establish a central office to coordinate all quality-related activities and ensure consistency across departments.
- Best Practices Repository: Develop a repository of best practices and encourage their adoption across the college.
09. Development and Maintenance of Institutional Database
- Management Information System (MIS): Implement an MIS to collect, store, and analyze data related to institutional quality.
- Data Analysis: Use data from the MIS to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.
10. Development of Quality Culture
- Quality Awareness Campaigns: Run campaigns to promote a culture of quality among students and staff.
- Recognition and Rewards: Recognize and reward individuals and departments that contribute significantly to quality improvement.
11. Preparation of the Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR)
- AQAR Team: Form a dedicated team to gather data, compile, and prepare the AQAR.
- Compliance with NAAC Guidelines: Ensure that the report meets all NAAC guidelines and parameters.
12. IQAC as Documentation and Record-Keeping Cell
- Centralized Documentation: Centralize all documentation and record-keeping activities under the IQAC.
- Regular Audits: Conduct regular audits to ensure documentation is up-to-date and accurate.
By systematically addressing each of these areas, the college can foster an environment of continuous quality improvement and ensure that all stakeholders are engaged in the process
