Aditya College

Aditya College, Gwalior
Motto	तेजस्विनावाधितामास्तु (Sanskrit)
Motto in English	May learning illuminates us both, the teacher and the taught.
Established	2007
Type	Private College
Director	Nitesh Singh Chauhan
Location	Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India
Campus	Urban
Affiliations	Jiwaji University, Gwalior
Website	www.aditya.edu.in

Aditya College was established in the year 2007 by Aditya Education Society, a charitable trust dedicated to the noble cause of spreading education in society. Aditya College currently imparts professional education at graduate level in the fields of Commerce, Management and Computer Science. From a very modest start, it has now acquired a commendable position as one of the premier Institutes of the region. The programs offered by the College are duly approved by the Department of Higher Education, Madhya Pradesh and are affiliated to Jiwaji University, Gwalior.

We believe that education is meant for igniting the minds of learners with inquisitiveness, inculcating ethical values and developing some mental faculties in them so that they can observe, analyze and understand anything that comes their way.We at Aditya not only tread the beaten track, but also break new grounds at every possible step. Keeping pace with the processes of globalization and localization, we encourage a free flow of ideas and always attempt a synthesis of the global and the local, the traditional and the trendy, of the ongoing and the upcoming. The academic mentoring equips every student for careers in academic, administrative, industrial and corporate sectors; the training in life skills adds a new dimension to their personality.

The College consistently strives to provide stimuli for the intellectual development of the students and firmly believes in upholding the dignity, uniqueness and value of each student. In addition it provides a diverse platform to hone the students’ talents and skills in sports, cultural and extension activities. Besides the University related academic programmes the college carries out several value added programmes which are relevant and employment oriented. This enhances the employability of its students.

Academics

Aditya College offers the following undergraduate programmes

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Upcoming)
• Master of Computer Application (MCA) (Upcoming)

Lecture Theaters

The lecture theatres are designed so there is a clear line of vision between the teacher and the students. They are equipped with the latest audio-visual teaching aids.

Library

The publications, books, periodicals and subject-specific database in the library will intellectually challenge the students and help them in their research exercises.

Computer Lab

The Computer Lab is furnished with the latest server and nodes to give students access to the Internet and study material. It is also equipped with the latest application supported by software giants. Every student at Aditya College will be provided free Internet access and a e-mail account.

Faculty

The faculty at Aditya College are highly experienced experts in their fields. Committed to instructional excellence, the faculty members nurture the capacity for innovative thinking while challenging the participants to aspire to even greater accomplishments.

The creative approach and modern teaching techniques employed in imparting knowledge leads to cross-pollination of thoughts, making learning an inspiring experience.

Multiple Skills Development

The college provides training in multiple skills like Communicative English, Personality Development, Computer Skills, etc., which gives opportunity for the development and growth of an individual's career. These skills eventually go on to strengthen professional abilities in decision-making, entrepreneurial skills and innovative thinking.

The programmes offered by Aditya College are structured to exploit the dormant potential of the students by honing communication skills, enhancing creative and critical thinking to make students emerge as confident individuals.

Leadership Development Programme

This programme helps students make the critical transition from the classroom to the next phase of their lives. Apart from conducting adventure-based activities, the programme seeks to train its participants in corporate training techniques, induce team spirit, enhance effective communication skills and teach ethical decision-making.

Clubs, Associations and Events

The activities and associations provide unlimited opportunities for students to enrich their leadership skills and help them build invaluable contacts and experience in the process.

Industrial Visits

Industrial visit is a part of courses; students visit companies and get insight of the internal working environment. The industrial visit also provides an insight of company procedure and useful information related to the practical aspects of the course which cannot be visualized in lectures. Aditya College offers opportunities for all the students to interact on a consistent basis with industries by visits to many renowned companies.

Global Immersion Programme

Aditya College is aware of the significance of acclimatizing the mindset of its students with the ever-changing global landscape. Students participating in the Global Immersion Programme are given the opportunity to gain overseas exposure academically, culturally and socially. They can benefit through a dynamic global education experience that aims to develop their potential, nurture their capabilities and transform them into international talents of tomorrow. The Global Immersion Programme is a comprehensive learning experience. Sessions before departure and upon return are designed to fulfill the academic and programmatic requirements of students. The programme consists of three main components: on-campus sessions, the study tour and a written assignment. The objectives of the programme are to provide an understanding of the region's business, cultural and political environments, achieve a working knowledge of regional business practice, and promote intercultural awareness and communication skills.

Laptop Programme

All undergraduate and graduate students are required to be part of the Laptop Programme. The college leases a laptop to every freshman. When the students graduate, the college transfers ownership of the laptop to them. This is an opportunity that allows all freshmen to have a new and updated laptop at the beginning of their college life.

Volunteer Opportunities

Aditya College seeks to produce well-rounded graduates who will become active members in their communities and events as volunteers and leaders. The college, with many student clubs and organizations, encourages students to participate in volunteer and community service efforts.

Career Support

Aditya's Career Management Centre will provide a network for alumni long after they have graduated.

Value-Added Programmes

Apart from the syllabus, Aditya offers some courses free of cost for would-be graduates to add value to their skills, knowledge and competencies.

Free Certification Programme for Commerce and Management Students

• Retail Management
• Entrepreneurship Development
• Stocks & Shares
• Office Computing
• Electronic Commerce
• Tally Training

Free Certification Programme for Computer Science Students

• Entrepreneurship Development
• Basic Computing
• Office Computing
• Electronic Commerce
• Website Development
• Project Development
• Networking and Hardware

Personality Development Programmes

The Personality Development Programmes aim to develop the organized pattern of behaviors and attitudes amongst its students that makes them distinctive & reflective. The objective is to screen out barriers or obstructions that stand in the way of the expression of individual personality and to develop soft skills as they involves attributes related to optimism, common sense, responsibility, sense of humor, integrity, time-management, motivation, etc. Teaching pedagogies include simulation exercises, role play, group discussion, presentations, management games, research projects, live projects, etc.

Student Support Cell

Aditya College has a special division called Student Support Cell. In-charge of Student Support Cell acts as a facilitator between College and the Students for exchange of information related to each and every issue or activity. The objective is to help students to overcome the obstacles faced by them. Responsibilities are communicating, counseling, individual assessment, to keep check on student’s attendance, to organize/conduct various students’ activities and overall to promote the academic success and holistic experience of the students .

E-learning Portal

MOODLE (Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment) is a free and open-source learning management system. It is designed to help educators and trainers create online courses with opportunities for rich interaction with their students. It is the world’s most popular online learning system. MOODLE offers us to add six type of interactive course material. This is the course material that a student interacts with, by answering questions, entering text, or upload files like:

• Assignment (Upload files to be reviewed by the teacher and/or students)
• Choice(a single question)
• Journal
• Lessons
• Quiz (an online test)
• Survey(with results available to the teacher and/or students)

TiE Summit

TiE Entrepreneurial Summit is held every year at different venues. Speakers from diverse sectors deliver presentation on current market trends and share their personal experience about their career obstacles and how they initiated their career. Tie is a network of Entrepreneurs and Professionals dedicated to the advancement of entrepreneurship. TiE provides a platform for mentoring, networking, education & support to the young entrepreneurs and professionals

CII- YI (Student's Net)

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is a non-government and not for profit organization since 1895. It aims to create and sustain an environment beneficial to the growth of Indian Industry, partnering industry and government alike through advisory and consultative processes.

Young Indians (Yi) is an integral part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), India’s premier business association, formed in the year 2002, with an objective of creating a platform for young Indians to realize the dream of a developed nation

Aditya Yi Student’s Net aims to envisage in its young enthusiastic, passionate and motivated students to become responsible, intellectual and innovative in all spheres of life. Focus areas are primary education, environment, primary healthcare, employability, contributing positively to its surrounding eco system and the nation. To ensure all round development of students sports activities, researches, intellectual and social activities are organized like Blood Donation Camp, Research on “promotion of non-violence among people” etc. were organized. All these activities and events helped students to become the harbingers of change under the auspices of the Yi Student’s Net. The Yi Net also provides a platform for industry- student interface where students interact with Yi corporate members andcontribute towards nation building

Computer Society of India (CSI)

Aditya College is a member of CSI to facilitate research, knowledge sharing, learning and career enhancement of IT students, while simultaneously inspiring and nurturing new entrants into the industry and helping them to integrate into the IT community. The Aditya College works with CSI to build other industry associations, government bodies and academia to ensure that the benefits of IT advancement ultimately percolate down to every single student.

CSI has spread its branches all over the country. Currently rooted firmly at many different locations, CSI has plans of opening many more chapters & activity centers in smaller towns and cities of the country. The idea is to spread the knowledge, and provide opportunities to as many interested as possible.

MSDN Academic Alliance

The MSDN Academic Alliance is the easiest and most inexpensive way for academic departments to make the latest Microsoft software available in labs, classrooms, and on student PCs. The program, which is available in more than 160 countries worldwide. It makes easier and less expensive for Aditya College to obtain Microsoft developer tools, platforms, and servers for instructional and research purposes. It helps to build a community of instructors who can share curriculum and other learning resources to support the use of these technologies.

References

• "Aditya College Home Page". Aditya College Homepage. http://www.aditya.edu.in. 
• "Aditya World School Home Page". Aditya World School Homepage. http://www.adityaworldschool.in.