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inventions coming up, it makes a huge difference in the learning
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information for a longer duration. The teachers also play a significant
role in the students’ learning process. The ones who are observant,
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gamified content as well video clips all up the ante in a classroom. By
doing so, the advantages are plenty and are ideal for the student’s
mental and academic growth. When youngsters today are taught to
use any form of interactive technology, the communication levels
amongst their peers as well as the teachers rise. A whiteboard is the
most basic thing one can use to share concepts with the entire
classroom. The teacher can assign each student with a specific topic
which they can hold a presentation about in class. This can initiate
collaborative efforts among students and this way they also learn
different perspectives about a single topic. These ideas and qualities
are ideal for their future steps towards an independent life.
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Engineering and Management, Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship,
Bangalore, South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies, and Sri Jagadguru Renukacharya
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10. INDIAN INSTITUTE
OF MATERIAL
MANAGEMENT
Singular Professional Organization
in the Country for Materials
Management / Supply Management
The institute aims to promote professional excellence
in materials management towards National Prosperity
through sustainable development.
institutes. Additionally, every branch is managed by
a branch committee that houses four office bearers
which are the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Honorary
Secretary, Honorary Treasurer and other committee
members.
The institute has a wide range of objectives and
ethics that they value and follow promptly. Some of
their objectives are as given below:
• To secure a wider recognition and promote the
importance of efficient Materials Management in
commercial and industrial undertakings.
• To safeguard and elevate the professional status of
individuals engaged in the Materials Management
faculty.
• To constantly impart advanced professional
knowledge and thus improve the skill of the
person engaged in the Materials Management
function.
ndian Institute of Material Management
I(IIMM) has its Registered Office and
Headquarters at Sector‐15, Institutional Area,
CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai. It is a premier
professional institute established in the year 1975
and has 52 branches and 18 chapters spread all over
the country. It has around 11,000 members drawn
from both the public and the private sector. It is
registered as a professional body of materials
management by ISTE and is a non-profit
organization. It also conducts various approved
accreditation programmes with different
universities.
An Overview of the Institute
In order to initiate an effective global interaction,
the institute is a chartered member of International
Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management
(IFPSM), Atlanta, U.S.A. which has members in
over 44 countries. IIMM is also governed by a
national council of members that are elected once in
two years by the required necessary branches.
Through this council, they elect a national
executive who works on the activities of the
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11. • To propagate and promote among the members strict
adherence to IIMM Code of Conduct and Ethics
Given below are also a list of multiple ethics that are given
prominence at the institute.
• To consider first the total interest of one’s organization in
all transactions without impairing the dignity and
responsibility to one’s office.
• To buy without prejudice seeking to obtain the maximum
ultimate value for each rupee of expenditure.
• To subscribe and work for honesty and truth in buying and
selling, to denounce all forms and manifestations of
commercial bribery and to eschew anti-social practices.To
accord a prompt and courteous reception so far as
conditions will permit to all who call up on legitimate
business mission.
• To respect one’s obligations and those of one’s
organization consistent with good business practice.
Academic Provisions for the Students
To achieve cost-effective, consistent, sector-specific
education IIMM has introduced short term Certification
courses. These courses provide technology-assisted training
to students across India.
By making the courses lower in cost, flexible and more
convenient to attend, we aim to significantly enhance the
employability prospects of several people in the field of
supply chain management. We at IIMM believe that by
increasing the supply of trained manpower, it will help both
the public and private sector in improving their supply
chain performance which can only lead to reduction of
wastage and improvement of customer service levels
In order to promote R&D, IIMM has also established its
Centre for Research in Materials Management (CRIMM)
in association with the Indian Institute of Social Welfare
and Business Management (IISWBM) Kolkata. IIMM also
brings out monthly Journal, Materials Management Review
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12. (MMR) which contains contemporary & current articles on
Supply Chain Management.
The noteworthy features of IIMM include:-
• IIMM has been active for about four decades and has
track record of success in education in the areas of
material management, procurement, logistics, taxation
compliance and supply chain management.
• The Board of Studies of IIMM includes eminent
professors from IIMs and IITs besides Practitioners from
Corporates.
• IIMM conducts several conferences including: World
Congress, Asia Pacific Conference and Annual India
Conference on topics of current importance in addition to
regional conferences
• IIMM also provides in-house training and consultancy
programmes for public and private sector companies.
• In order to reach larger audiences and deliver cost-
effective training, IIMM has launched a comprehensive
programme of Foundation and Advanced courses and an
Expert Certification Programme. With both general track
and planned industry-specific modules, these courses seek
to address the large gap that exists in supply chain
education.
Availability of a Wide Range of Courses
The institute provides a wide range of courses that the
students can pick on the basis of their career goals. It has a
graduate diploma course in materials management that’s
recognized by the Govt of India after which the students
can be appointed into superior posts and other services
under the Central Government. It also provides a Post
Graduate Diploma Course in Materials Management which
has a duration of three years via correspondence and is also
recognized by the AICTE. There are plenty other courses
apart from these, available for the students. IIMM offers the
following Educational Courses which are governed by
Board of Studies.
• Graduate Diploma in Materials Management (GDMM) 2
Years (Accredited by IFPSM-USA)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Materials Management
(PGDMM) 2Years(Approved by All India Council for
Technical Education – AICTE)
• Post Graduate Diploma in SCM & Logistics (Approved by
All India Council for Technical Education – AICTE)
• Diploma in Stores Management – IIMM –Vadodara –
National Level through IIMM NHQ
• Diploma and Certificates courses in International Trade
(Export-Import Management)
• E-Learning Course (Advanced and Foundation Courses)
Purchasing, Logistics, Warehouse, Foreign Trade Advanced
Courses: Public Procurement, Logistics, International
Business, Supply Management.
IIMM also conducts internal certification courses which are
conducted in regular mode on Sundays. They all last 6
months and the courses are as below -
Six Months Certification Course on Supply Chain
Management
Six Months Certification Course on Materials Management
Six Months Certification Course on International Trade
A Host of Professional Development Activities
IIMM is an institute that works towards developing the
students professional skills simultaneously while focusing
on their academics. The institute holds various seminars and
workshops as well as study group meetings. There are also
various events such as evening lecture programs, young
material manager competitions, regional conferences,
annual national conventions, world congress of IFPSM and
complimentary journal from IFPSM and IIMM. One of the
biggest events conducted was the Supply Chain and
Logistics Exposition which has been a key highlight since
2000. So far there have been 400 speakers, 3000
participants, 200 exhibitors and 18000 business visitors so
far.
By taking these measures, IIMM ensures students gain
exposure to various sectors such as manufacturing,
logistics/warehousing, mining, petro-chemicals, textiles,
construction/infrastructure, IT/ITES, food and agriculture
and healthcare. The institute also has its own publications
The Materials Management Review (MMR) Monthly
journal of IIMM and Branch News Letters – Published bi-
monthly basis).
Jayraman B is the Branch Chairman of IIMM,
Bangalore and he holds past work experience as a general
manager of Bosch Ltd.
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14. The institute aims to provide service to the society through
excellence in education.
nitiated in 1968, the Al Ameen Arts, Science and
ICommerce College found its base in an old rented building
on the grounds of the Government Medical College in the
Garden city of Bangalore. In its founding years, it was home to
just 33 students in the first year of its PUC course. A year post,
full-fledged degree courses were started, which held affiliation
with the Bangalore University Boards. It’s interesting to know
that the name Al-Ameen stands for being trustworthy, which is
one of the main qualities that the institute works towards
withholding. The Al-Ameen Arts, Science and Commerce
College is a part of the Al-Ameen Educational Society. The
various schools of knowledge available here range from College
of Pharmacy, Institute of Management, Institute of Information
Science and a Pharmaceutical College. It contains 19 affiliated
branches with over 200 educational institutes under its name and
has courses ranging all the way from nursery to post-graduation.
An Overview of the University’s Infrastructural Amenities
Al-Ameen was recognized with an accreditation awards from the
NAAC in 2001 and was re-accredited in 2009 and 2016 with “A”
Grade. The institute has well-equipped classrooms and high
quality seminar halls for the students to have an enriching
learning experience. The library has plenty of books for students
to research from along with a digital information centre for their
convenience. The museum and laboratory provide a practical
source of knowledge while enhancing the educational journey.
Al Ameen
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15. Wide Range of Courses at the
Institute
The institute provides plenty of courses
that the students can take up for their
academic journey such as:
• Bachelor of Commerce – As Per the
Bangalore Central University
syllabus.
• Bachelor of Arts – which comprises
three combinations HES (History,
Economics, Sociology), PyES
(Psychology, Economics, Sociology)
and JPE (Journalism, Political
Science, Optional English).
• Bachelor of Science – This course
has five combinations that the
students can opt for such as PCM
(Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics),
PMCs (Physics, Mathematics,
Computer Science), CBZ
(Chemistry, Botany, Zoology), CMZ
(Chemistry, Micro-Biology,
Zoology) and PyBZ ( Psychology,
Botany, Zoology).
The post graduate courses also contain
interesting courses that tend to grab
students’ attention. It comprises of
M.Com, M.A-English, M.A-
Economics, M.A-Urdu, and M.Sc-
Psychology.
A List of the Multiple Achievements
and Events Conducted by the
Institute
The institute conducts multiple sports
events as the students are excellent at
university, state, and national level.
The institute has also produced three
former Olympians of the Indian
Hockey Team. The Al Ameen Arts,
Science and Commerce College has
also secured the Bangalore University
Athletic Championship for 33 years,
which is a global record. They have
also won the SAIL Cup in 2015. In
2018, the university football team won
the Runners Award, which was
conducted by the Reliance foundation
in Mumbai.
On the academic front the UG
departments of the institute also
usually achieves results that are usually
85% in commerce, 95% in science and
75% in arts and PG department results
have always being 95% to 100%.
Plethora of Career Opportunities
and Industry Exposure
Al-Ameen is known to produce
thousands of graduates and hundreds
of post graduate students that are today
occupying high positions in various
professions. The annual results have
constantly been encouraging enough
and multiple ranks have been awarded
to the students belonging to the PG
courses. This gives students a chance at
trying out their luck in the campus
placements that the placement cell
conducts called the Mega Al-Ameen
Job Fair. The recent one conducted in
April 2019, had more than 20
companies participate in the Job Mela
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Resourceful Leader
Dr. Mumtaz Ahmed Khan is the
founder of the Al-Ameen Arts, Science
and Commerce College. He is also
responsible for pioneering the Al
Ameen Movement in 1966. He is
responsible for the immense success of
the institute ever since its inception.
Born in the city of Trichy in Tamil Nadu
th
on 6 September 1935, he always found
his way in leading educational
movements. He is a medical graduate
from Madras University and initiated
the Al-Amen Educational Society all
over India and abroad as well. His
movement, the Al-Ameen Movement is
a part of a larger circle of humanitarian
services to the society. He is an activist,
a visionary, and a reformer whose list of
awards dedicated to his incredible
contribution to the field of education
are plenty -
Ÿ Al-Ameen All India Community
Leadership Award- 1995
Ÿ Karnataka Rajyothsava Award -1990
for Education
Ÿ Honorary Doctorate by Tumkur
University in field of Education
during 2011.
Dr. Subhan Shariff is the Hon.Secretary
of Al – Ameen Educational Society,
Bangalore. He’s a commerce graduate
and prior to Al-Ameen, has been the
President of Roshan Educational Trust,
Bangalore. He has also held the role of a
Convener at M.M.I School and PU
College which is managed by Majlis-e-
Millia Islamia, Bangalore. He has also
gained various recognition for his
contributions in the field of education
such as an Honorary Doctorate with a
specialization in Administration from
the Indian Virtual University for Peace
and Education. This was awarded to him
by the then Queen of Mysore, Srimati
Pramoda Devi Wodeyar in the year
2017.
Dr. B.M Zakir is the Principal of Al-
Ameen Arts. Science and Commerce
College.
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17. amaste! Hola! Bonjour! Salaam!
NA big Hello to all.
So simple yet so complicated. Many of us know that the
above are just greetings in different languages.Most of us
know that each of those greetings belong to a different
language, but maybe only a handful of us would be able to
read and write fluently in each of the language.
It is said that almost 40% of the world population speak
only one language, people speaking in two languages is
close to 43%, so on and so forth but the people who can
speak in 5 languages fluently is less than 1%. Isn’t it
surprising that when language is an integral part of our
existence then why only a few can speak in more than 3
languages? We are not born without a culture and culture is
language, we need language to think, to express, to read, to
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Dr. Rupali Dhamdhere is a dedicated educational
professional with 7 years of banking and more than
15 years of teaching experience in both a title and
non-title school. She believes that teaching is just
not a profession but a use of all your resources to
push the community further.
In her many years of experience she has covered all
aspects of school operations, including teaching,
counseling and special program management. She
holds a Masters Diploma in Journalism and
Communication from Symbiosis Society’s Institute
of Journalism and Communication. Rupali also has
completed her PhD in Analytical Study of Teaching
Pedagogy from the University of Tonga.
Her career started off as a program coordinator at
the Mickey Mouse School in Pune after which she
moved on to the role of a Principal educational
consultant at Kidz Raft. In the year 2009 Rupali
gained the position of senior coordinator at
Vibgyor High and 2016 onwards she was the
principal at CM International School also located in
Pune. For her years of expertise and experience in
the field she was recognized as one of the 50 Most
Influential Principals of India, 2019, by World
Education Congress.
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18. write as a matter of fact even to dream we need language. It
is the most earnest form of expression.
When a baby is born, it just needs to express and the mother
knows exactly what the child needs without the child
mentioning it in words. Language is not merely words or a
pattern of letters put together; it is expression and
expression from the soul. Thus the language reaches
another soul. It is not just a way of communication as it
never depends on a set pattern of letters it is a means to
reach out to people to understand people.
The history of languages goes far beyond our research and
imagination. No one can really pin point and say that this is
from where languages came into existence. Yes there may
be certain facts attaches to it. It all began with relating a
sound to a symbol. A bird singing so the sound of the bird
attached to the name of the bird. If we go by numbers and
facts there are more than 6,000 spoken languages in the
world today but 2,000 of the languages have less than a
1,000 speakers and Mandarin is said to be the most popular
Then the question arises that is it possible to learn or know
so many languages. not really but knowing more than one
language gets you closer to understanding yourself and the
other person with a better perspective.
It helps you think with a wider vision and opens the doors
to other cultures. They say that until you know another
language it is difficult for you to understand your own
language. Adaptability is something that is deteriorating
these days; with the growing presence of social media we
are turning ourselves into shells and like living in the virtual
world. But when you know the language you feel at home
anywhere in the world. Knowing more languages or being
multilingual has its own advantages. it helps you to get
closer to the other person immediately without
apprehension. Like very aptly said by Nelson Mandela“If
you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to
his head but if you talk to him in his language that goes to
his heart.”
As today we say the globe is coming closer so it is all the
more important to reach the hearts of people and not just
minds. A multilingual person can exactly do that . reach
hearts. so is successful and has better adaptability. He is in a
position to understand his culture better as he knows about
other cultures. so in a way knowing other languages gets
you closer to your own. Today we teach our children to
speak in may be the language of the world, we want our
children to be fluent in maybe English as it is the language
commonly spoken by all outside, but while doing that we
somewhere neglect our mother tongue and somewhat take
pride to mention that my child speaks only in so and so
language and does not understand the mother tongue as we
do not speak the same at home.
It is very important for us to get our children familiar to our
mother tongue as only through that the child will learn to
appreciate other languages and prepare a roadmap for the
future. Having the knowledge of multiple languages gives
the child a strong base for his growth along with opening
many opportunities for the future. A multilingual person has
better memory, undoubtedly a better vocabulary, improves
listening skills, better communication skills ultimately
leading to prosperity.
Knowledge of more languages will always end up in long
lasting and meaningful friendships as when you know the
language you have a better understanding of the
background and culture of the person….it is like possessing
another soul and when the soul is connected the relationship
turns out to be more meaningful and long lasting.
“Language exerts hidden power, like a moon on the tides.”
- Rita Mae Brown
Let language break all the boundaries and bring the world
together, make it a happier place for the generations to
come. Let’s take a pledge to learn more than one language
and make this world into a new world.
“Learn anything you can, from anyone you can; there will
always come a time when you will be grateful you did.”
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20. METACOGNITION
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22. Our life is what our thoughts
make it.” - Marcus Aurelius
The human mind is capable of
various things that are beyond
imagination and till date, it holds
various mysteries that are yet to be
unraveled. The most impressive fact is
that an organ such as the brain is
capable of devising and developing
every idea that exists in the world
today. But these ideas are a result of a
variety of thoughts and just pondering
over those thoughts constantly. This
quality is something that is naturally a
part of the human mind’s design, but in
a world automated with technology,
everything is left to just that. People
have been putting lesser efforts in
thinking up ideas but are instead
depending on the internet which is a
result of technology. This very process
is known as Metacognition which
portrays an awareness of the cognitive
process within the mind.
The Functioning of Metacognition
On a normal basis, the brain and over a
100 billion neurons process a truckload
of information at over 200 times per
second which is incredible for the
body. This is how the mind is able to
multi – task while keeping itself alert.
The process of metacognition involves
allowing students to find a spot where
their thoughts can function better. And
this can be implemented into every
single aspect of life and any subject be
it mathematics, problem solving or
reading skills. The process of
metacognition can help in developing
and strengthening any weak points a
person may have. Though varied, the
learning strategies can be
supplemented by making students
aware of using their thoughts to
acquire real knowledge.
Keeping these factors in mind can help
the students in understanding how their
strengths and weaknesses work. A lot
of them tend to focus better in
environments such as libraries or open
grounds. Allowing them to do so, will
encourage their thoughts to function
effectively. Self-awareness is also an
important aspect of metacognition as it
plays a vital role in improving students
learning due to the ability to think
increasing with age. Research says that
most of the youngsters metacognitive
ability develops between the age
12 – 15.
Varied Levels of Thought
Development Process
When a popular author said that
thoughts help in creating things, he
knew the very power of human
thoughts. These words speak of how
thoughts if developed and used in the
right way can create a plethora of
positive opportunities. This will help in
keeping change constant. The current
shift in the way the education system
works stresses upon how students need
to work on their thoughts. It inspires
students to be self-regulated learners
and figure out the art of independently
learning new things. Metacognition
also urges youngsters to critically
analyze their own thoughts in order to
overcome adverse situations or
occurrences. In a fluctuating world, we
hear of how the future generations will
be working jobs that are only just
being invented. This will require
students to put up extra efforts with
regard to their mindset. In order to help
boost metacognition levels, one needs
to keep in mind the three stages.
The first phase involves planning,
where the pupils are made to think
about the educative goal the teacher
has set. This is meant to enable them to
find a way to approach the upcoming
tasks along with different strategies to
tackle them. Each stage of this phase is
targeted towards maximizing one’s
own productivity and in the process
think of the preparation to be done in
order to execute things effectively. The
second phase known as the monitoring
phase involves the learners
implementing the plan thought of
previously and observing its results.
They have to make sure to stay on the
track in order to earn their goals. The
final stage is the evaluation stage. This
helps in determining if the strategy
implemented was successful or not.
This gives people the opportunity to
analyze how their thoughts could’ve
been much better and what could’ve
been done to improve them. It will also
allow them to adapt to different
circumstances in the future.
The Knack of Enhancing
Metacognition
As mentioned, it is essential that
students are taught that their minds are
wired for growth. By teaching them to
think over their thoughts, it helps them
develop a flexible mindset and they
engage in more positive thoughts. In
order to help them upgrade this ability,
it’s good to encourage students to keep
thought journals where they can record
their thoughts. This will help them
filter through the positive and negative
ones. They can also record a number of
questions which speak of how their
thoughts functioned in a particular day.
It functions as an analytical as well as
empowering tool to help the students
think better. A lot of research studies
show that when a person develops a
growth mindset rather than a fixed one,
it results in reflective thinking.
Another method to augment one’s
metacognition skills is to use what is
called a wrapper. It’s a short break
between an ongoing activity. For
instance, prior to a lecture give the
students a couple of tips on listening to
the session actively. Post the lecture,
test the students by asking them to
recollect what was taught and ask them
to write down the ones that they
remember. This will allow students to
analyze how accurately they remember
their thoughts during the session. This
technique not only reduces
metacognitive skills but also increases
learning. The teachers can then
implement more of such activities
pertaining to bigger issues such as
politics or poverty. This will train them
to think of social issues and causes in a
positive light and ensure the right
actions.
This quality if constantly worked upon
can be a boon to people as individuals
as well as a group. After all, as the
saying goes, it’s always better to think
twice before one acts which is much
better than encountering an error in
thoughts.
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24. AL-AMEEN COLLEGE
OF PHARMACY
Creating Better Individuals for
Healthcare Enhancement
The college works as a grooming arena for individuals who
will turn out to be efficient Pharmacists.
he nurturing ground for pharmaceutical
Tprofessionals known as the Al-Ameen College of
Pharmacy was established in 1982. It is known for
the most highly knowledgeable faculty who hold doctorates
which enables them to gain high quality contemporary
education. The institute also maintains constant interaction
with the industry to ensure that the academic content
remains relevant to the changing trends in pharmaceuticals.
The institute has maintained its pace of upgrading itself to
become a ‘Continuous Education Centre’ where new
concepts are constantly encouraged.
Overview of the Various Facilities
The institute had accreditations from the NBA and AICTE
in the year 2001 and 2006 but doesn’t hold any currently.
Al-Ameen has a wide range of facilities that the students
can make use of while strengthening their academic skills.
A well equipped library with modern facilities as well as
resources in various forms such as CDs, online databases,
video cassettes, books, journals, thesis, e-books, WHO
publications and many more. This makes it a key centre for
information seekers for everyone in the institute. It is
designed in a manner where natural light is used to its
maximum potential along with providing comfortable
seating positions. It also houses a seminar hall with a
seating capacity of 70 people along with being fitted with
the best quality audio-visual equipments such as slide and
film projectors, cameras, LCD, built-in audio as well as
cordless microphones.
The institute has hostel facilities for both boys and girls.
The girls hostel is located at a distance of 2 km from the
college and has the ideal connectivity by bus or any other
means of transport. They also have medical facilities
available to them at any point of time along with counselors
to constantly guide them. The kitchen also has a provision
of well cooked vegetarian food. The library is also included
in the premises along with a television set. The boys hostel
has top quality facilities such as a mess with an ultra
modern kitchen, a dining hall, indoor games facility or
recreation room along with a broadband connection. Al-
Ameen also has a garden dedicated entirely to medicinal
plants which help familiarize the students about herbal
drugs. The plants are sourced from well known nurseries
such as GKVK, ENVIS, Lalbagh Botanical Garden and
more. The plants are also labeled to provide basic
information about their origin and chemical constituents.
Variety of Academic Offerings
Emphasizing on the aspect and specialization of Pharmacy
the college provides 6 different courses namely:
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
• Pharm D Post Baccalaureate (Pharm.D, P.B)
• Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in 6 different specialities
Awe-Inspiring Achievements of the Institute
The college has collected awards and recognitions in
various forms for a wide range of accomplishments. Some
of them are as given below:
• Excellence Award in Pharma Education, 2018 – HR Club,
Mumbai.
• Best Pharmacy Institution in India, 2017 – HR Club,
Mumbai.
• It has also received multiple research grants by AICTE,
UGC, ICMR, VGST and RGHUS.
• They also have several publications and presentations in
both national as well as international journals.
Events and Conferences Conducted
Al-Ameen also emphasizes on organizing workshops and
conferences to provide practical knowledge as well as a
chance for the students to interact with industry experts. In
2018, the institute conducted a one day regional workshop
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25. for successful research, planning and
scientific writing. It also organized a
workshop to which was based on
‘Exploring Future Trends in Clinical
Research’. A national level conference
on Pharmacoeconomics and
Pharmacovigilance was conducted at
Al-Ameen in association with KSPOR,
an association of community
pharmacists of India. Another national
level workshop was conducted to
spread awareness about developing
herbal monographs and was sponsored
by Pharmacopoeia Mission in 2009.
Career Opportunities and Exposure
As a testimony to the method of
Teaching-Learning, it has provided
wonderful results during the students
placements. Al-Ameen has an actively
involved and career-oriented placement
cell which provides a plethora of
opportunities for students not only in
India but overseas as well. Before the
placement season starts, students are
provided training in soft skills as well
as in the technical skills development
programs. Such initiatives have helped
in enhancing the students chances at
better job opportunities. There are
various companies such as Indegene,
Mylan Laboratories, Freedom
Ophthalmic, Med Life and Med Plus
that have visited the institute during
campus placements and chosen many
of the students to be a part of their
company.
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Defining a Veteran
Academician
It was in the year 1966 that
Dr. Mumtaz Ahmed Khan founded
the Al-Ameen Movement with the
intention of imparting quality
education to the underprivileged
section of the society. Mumtaz
Ahmed is the Founder and
Chairman of the Al-Ameen
Educational Society. It’s his vision
and collective effort that led to the
immense success of Al-Ameen
College of Pharmacy.
Dr. Subhan Shariff is the
Hon.Secretary of Al – Ameen
Educational Society, Bangalore. A
commerce graduate, he has also
been the President of Roshan
Educational Trust, Bangalore along
with the role of a Convener at M.M.I
School and PU College. His various
recognition for his contributions in
the field of education are an
Honorary Doctorate with a
specialization in Administration
from the Indian Virtual University for
Peace and Education. This was
awarded to him by the then Queen
of Mysore, Srimati Pramoda Devi
Wodeyar in the year 2017.
Dr. Shobha Rani. R. Hiremath is the
Principal of Al-Ameen College of
Pharmacy.
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26. ur greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is
Oalways to try just one more time.” -Thomas A. Edison
Motivation is a factor that depends on the day to day life of an individual. There are
some days where situations just don’t agree to the current timeline. A lot of students
maybe facing issues at home or at school or college that maybe making them feel a
sense of being unmotivated. In such situations, teachers find it extremely difficult to
bring up the levels of motivation in class. Such situations then tend to be contagious
where the energy levels of the entire class may drop. It may also be observed that a lot
of times, the error of mistaking motivation for convincing the person to push
themselves, may not lead to improvements. So, to bring some change during such a
time and to try and help the student loosen up a little, it’s essential to go into the
depths of it and see why a student doesn’t feel motivated.
Providing a
Medium to
Unmotivated
Students
Motivational
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27. The educator needs to consider three
factors that maybe the cause of
dropping motivation namely -
• Autonomy – This generally means
the need to feel being or
responsible for their own actions.
In case of an unmotivated student,
they maybe feeling a sense of
immense pressure or they may be
feeling like they’re pushed beyond
their capacity.
• Competence – The necessity of
feeling capable or that they’re good
at a task. There are various
instances where a student maybe
feeling like they’re lacking in some
manner or aren’t able to properly
complete a certain task. They
maybe filled with doubt and
constantly question if they’re up
for the task.
• Relatedness – This is a factor
where an individual feels like
they’re valued members of a
certain group. A student who is not
feeling motivated enough may feel
like he doesn’t belong and may feel
disconnected from the group.
Understanding and trying to find any
of the root cause of these above, can
in turn assist in bringing out a
solution that can help the student or
the entire class.
Understanding True Motivation
and it’s Implementation
Real motivation, the one that comes
from within an individual and not
just externally may not build up
through just convincing. After all,
motivation isn’t just about elevated
enthusiasm or compliments. It isn’t
about harsh consequences either, it’s
about providing inspiration which
always stems from within an
individual. The tutor needs to tap into
an individual’s inner potential and try
to re-ignite it which is where their
inspiration will turn into motivation.
There are various methods that can
be used to build up a students’
motivation and maybe beneficial to
not only the individual but the entire
class as well.
1. Focus – The teachers can start by
pulling away from the norms and
shift their focus towards
motivation. There are various
classroom remedies or
methodologies that are available in
general to work on this cause. But
if the students’ aren’t in a state to
cooperate the efforts may be in
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28. vain unless the focus is primarily
shifted onto motivation. This makes
things simpler, helpful and effective.
2. Beating Records – There are
various instances where a
monotonous school or college
routine may tend to feel just that –
repetitive. But bringing in a small
fun element into the same routine
works in piquing a students
interests. One of the ways can be
by using a timer and asking the
students to complete a part of the
task. It may be finding a certain
number of words or carrying
certain calculations in a set time.
This can work as a shift in daily
routine and instantly gain
everyone’s attention.
3. Inspiriting Collaborations Between
Students – Young students tend to
be extremely social but there are
various factors that may throw
them off the grid. They may lower
their communications between
each other and this may disrupt the
harmony in a classroom. One
method that works the best in
avoiding such situations and at the
build the motivation levels is by
conducted group activities or
projects. This can help boost
communication between each
other and instantly build some
positivity among them as well
while boosting up their moods.
4. Encouragement – A key factor in
motivating the students into
something even bigger. The ideal
work habits such as being attentive
throughout class and increased
productivity don’t entirely
describe the true potential in a
person. But, when a tutor sees
them showing any of the above
qualities, giving them a well
deserved compliment maybe ideal,
especially if a student has been
feeling unmotivated for a long
time.
5. Physical or Practical Tasks – An
activity that involves creating
something such as art work or a
clay figure can be fun once in a
while. A history class can involve
small skits to depict an important
historical event. This brings some
cheer and interest into class where
students involve with each other,
build their own source of
inspiration and in turn find their
motivation levels rising.
It’s important to note that motivation
in may cases cannot be forced out of
an individual. It builds up with time
and shows up gradually which is
ideally the best way to do so. This
ensures that a person slowly comes
out of their blocked mind space and
finds their breakthrough moment. T R
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30. IMPACT OF ADVANCED
TECHNOLOGYIN EDUCATION
Advancement in science and technology has
affected every aspect of our lives. Right from
newspapers (e-news) to business to social
relations it has shown its presence everywhere globally.
Technology has captured almost every field, may it be
our day to day life, education, social life or even
traditions and beliefs apart from mainstream fields like
engineering, medicine, administration law and
management. The presence of advanced technology in
the education has transformed the way we teach and
learn to a great extent.With the help of technology ,
transfer of knowledge and information has become easy
convenient and effective. Internet is a huge source of
knowledge and information in every field and is a store
house of the same. With high speed internet anyone can
access any type of information on a click of a button.
ICT is a form of technology widely used in the
dissipation of knowledge and successful implementation
of this with various teaching aids has led to a positive
impact on education. It has led to the promotion of active
learning including learner engagement in contrast to
memorization based or rote learning. These tools help a
great deal in the circulation and analysis of information
obtained by examining students’ performance and helps
percolate the same to the students and their parents. It
has eased distant learning making class room learning
and old fashioned concept.Distant learning has helped
students learn at their own pace any time of the day at
any place. Creative learning through ICT haspromoted
creation of new knowledge resources helping students to
come up with novel concepts based on earlier research.
Integrative learning approach has led to eliminating
separation between theory and practicals. Students can
learn through examples or demonstrations shown to them
in the classroom with aid of visual tools. Digital
cameras, projectors, training softwares, power point
presentations, 3D tools, models help grasp concepts
easily. Since learning is process which involves three
major organs, eyes, ears and the brain, visual
explanations through audiovisuals have made learning
joyful improving the imaginative power of learners.
Technology has led to globalization helping students of
different states and countries meet their counterparts
through video conferencing without leaving classrooms.
Online seminars and webinars allow learners and learned
come on a common platform to exchange knowledge.
Distant learning has been a boon for many online courses
offered by foreign universities wherein students enroll
online and peruse course with relocating thus
overcoming geographical limitations.In Pharmacy
education, databases, simulatory models, analytical and
statistical softwares have accelerated research many
folds. Online data management and patient reports have
facilitate doctors and pharmacists from distant places to
discuss issues and put forward opinions for betterment of
patients.Reporting ADR’s and checking of drug safety
information data has become effortless due to various
interfaces available online in the form of apps and
websites. Technology has not only helped us grow in the
technical field but also in the field of administration
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31. through enterprise resource planning (ERP) .Handling
and managing student information, collecting fees and
filing exam forms has become effective, error free and
simple due to advent of technology. Applying for
scholarships, concessions and stipends has now become
online and paperless omitting middlemen and corruption.
As every coin has two sides, technology also has affected
negatively on productivity of human beings to a major
extent. Writing skills of students have affected to a great
extent making them dependent on digital communication
and forgetting writing skills. With newer softwares and
hacking tools incidences of cheating and frauds have
increased many folds. Technology is money driven and
cost of technology is high. In the field of education,
dependence of students over technology is seen greatly,
affecting their imaginative power. Students rely more on
internet for ideas and incidences of copying ideas is
more than getting inspired from ideas. Footfall in the
libraries has got affected as students seem to prefer
internet over actual referencing. Health issues related to
eyes, obesity and emotional dependence is increasing in
younger generation. However, counting the benefits of
technology, rewards of technology are far greater than
shortcomings, thus making technology a valuable tool in
the field of education.
Dr. Ashwini. R. Madgulkar
(M.Pharm, Ph.D)
Principal, AISSMS College of
Pharmacy, Pune
She holds an extensive experience of 27
years. She has been awarded by Rajnibhai
V. Patel PharmInnova Award for Best M
Pharm Thesis Guide in Pharmaceutical
Sciences then Indian Rheumatologist
Associations for the best research paper
and Best Principal of the year by APTI
(Maharashtra). Till date, she has received
grants worth Rs 30 Lakhs from AICTE &
SPPU. She has guided more than 40 M.
Pharm students and presently guiding 4
Ph.D. students. She has been an Ex-
Chairman, Board of Studies in
Pharmaceutics, Subject Expert on Research
and Recognition Committee for the subject
of Pharmaceutics under the Faculty of
Science and Technology of Savitribai Phule
Pune University.
Dr. Ashwini. R. Madgulkar
Principal
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Astute Thoughts

32. JNANAVIKAS INSTITUTE
OF TECHNOLOGY
Striving for a Symbiosis of Technological
Excellence and Human Values
rior to it’s establishment, JnanaVikas Institute
Pof Technology (JVIT) possessed 25 acres of land
dedicated to the Jnanavikas Vidya Sangha and
with permission from AICTE the engineering college
was set up on a small scale. It took a decade more for the
institute to get to where it stands today in terms of
infrastructure and list of courses. The institute has
always functioned with faculty who are extremely
motivated and skilled which also helps students set a
benchmark for themselves. JVIT works towards turning
individuals into outstanding engineers and managers
while also building essential life skills. Extra-curricular
skills and talents are endlessly encouraged so as to
facilitate individual growth.
Infrastructural Provisions at the Institute
Located close to the Bengaluru-Mysuru Highway, with
the industrial area of Bidadi close by, the institute has a
list of facilities for the student on a boulevard of 25 acres
of land. The institute consists a library which has a large
collection of state of the art books, e-journals, and
reference books for the students to utilize effectively.
There are also hostel facilities for both boys and girls
which can house 150 students each. Jnana Vikas also
gives students reprographic equipment to make things
easier on the academic front. There is also a canteen
facility within the campus where good quality food is
available at an affordable price. In case of health
emergencies, first aid is available within the campus at
an ideal price as well. Finally, the campus also has
internet connectivity along with a provision of sports
facilities for the students and has dedicated grounds to
each form of sport.
Academic Choices Available
JVIT provides six courses which students can choose
from and find their footing in a certain industry.
• Basic science contains three subjects Physics,
Chemistry and Mathematics and this course was
established in the year 2001. It is meant for those who
look at easing their journey in engineering. Every
subject also has an individual department that works
towards encouraging and molding new students.
• B.E Civil Engineering helps students learn the
intricacies of civil engineering so that they find
themselves capable of basic construction such as
buildings, roadways, harbours, water resources
structures and more.
• The fact that Bidadi is a fast growing area of Bangalore
was enough to lead to the establishment of the
Information Technology Branch of the institute. It is
known that humans are capable of earning knowledge
through plenty of efforts for long durations. This is
where the IT sector comes into the picture, where the
students are able to acquire in depth knowledge and
enrich the country by earning foreign exchange.
• Electronics and Communication Engineering aims to
spread quality education while keeping the
environment lively with research and development in
technology which generally impacts the key areas in
electronics and communication.
The institute aims to provide top quality education to its students by
ensuring quality professional excellence, interactive learning environment
and industry orientation teaching.
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33. • Mechanical Engineering still holds prominence among
youngsters and it helps educate them using the efforts of
university, the industry and also professional bodies.
• Students also have the option of opting an MBA which
is very much in demand and helps in development of
their professional skills within the area of commerce
and management. This also increases their chances of
finding better job opportunities that may prove to be
fruitful for their future.
Additionally, plenty of guest lectures, industrial visits
and seminars are conducted so that students find first-
hand exposure to workplace tactics and technological
advancements.
Descrip on of a Learned Personality
C M Lingappa is the Chairman of JVIT and is also a
Member of the Legisla ve Council. Speaking of
educa on he states, “Educa on widens the
individuality of the students, moulds their nature
and expands ability to help them manage problems
and challenges of the complex people.” He also
believes that providing structured syllabus along
with state of art infrastructure can help students
become commi ed learners.
Emphasis on Extra-curricular Events
JVIT is an institute that not only focuses on the academic
aspect, but overall development of a student. This
ensures that they’re prepared in every possible way and
have multiple skills to their credit which is always an
added benefit. There are various events that are
conducted for the students’ benefits such as ethnic days,
sports days as well as events that spread awareness such
as world water day. The interests of the students are
always a top priority and this is taken care of by multiple
vibrant clubs and cultural forums.
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36. Himanshu Talwar
Management Consultant
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37. Throughout our lives, we are faced by a number of
problems on a day-to-day basis. Some of these are
minor while some may turn into major dilemmas,
which is why the solutions to these different problems also
differ. The ability to solve problems as quickly as possible
is a skill which is highly valued in the business and
corporate world. It is a skill which resonates the personality
of a leader who solves problems and makes good decisions
that lead to better results.
Quick problem-solving ability is something that is essential
to excel in all aspects of life especially in the professional
world because it can help you get promoted faster and paid
more. Fortunately, through practice, this skill can be
polished to make you an asset for your organization.
There are four major steps in solving a problem and the
faster you apply these steps, the better you get. These
crucial steps of problem-solving include-
1. Identifying the problem-
For a problem to be solved, it is important to identify
the problem and it’s magnitude. Once, you are clear
about what really the problem is, you can go further
to solve it. This process requires you to sit and map
which areas are in trouble and need a solution.
2. Look for the causes-
The next step to avoid the problem to expand is to
identify its causes. Identifying the cause helps you to
analyze what has created the problem in order to
prevent it in the future. Once this is done, the next
steps become clear.
3. Analyzing possible solutions-
One problem can have many possible solutions, but
the key is to find the quickest and the easiest solution
which will help you save time and effort. Each
possible solution needs to be thought of carefully in
order to get the ideal solution.
4. Implementing the best solution-
After analyzing and selecting the best possible
solution, create a plan to implement the solution.
Test and review the solution to make sure that you
have made the right choice.
These are the tools of good problem-solving ability. The
quicker you are at this, the better opportunities you have in
the professional life. Problem-solving is a skill which is
often stressed upon, in the business and corporate world. At
times you can get under a tremendous amount of pressure,
and at such times it is important to not give in and instead
with a calm mind solve the problem. T R
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Words of the Experts