Short-Term Plan (2024–2027) and a Long-Term Plan (2024–2034).

Institutional Development Plan (IDP)

NGM COLLEGE

(An Autonomous Institution, Affiliated to Bharathiar University)

Period: 2024 – 2034

1. Institutional Profile & Context

  • Rank: 95th Rank in NIRF-2023 (Colleges category).

  • Location: Pollachi, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

  • Status: Autonomous (since 1987), ISO 9001:2015 certified.

  • Primary Objective: To make the college an institution of excellence at the national level by imparting quality education of global standards.

2. Strategic Foundation

The IDP is anchored in the institution’s core philosophy:

Vision

To make the College an institution of excellence at the national level by imparting quality education of global standards to make students academically superior, socially committed, ethically strong, spiritually evolved, and culturally rich citizens to contribute to the holistic development of the self and society.

Mission

Training students to become role models in the academic arena by:

  • Strengthening infrastructure and upgrading curriculum.

  • Developing faculty and augmenting extension services.

  • Imparting quality education through enlightened management and committed faculty.

  • Ensuring knowledge transfer, instilling research aptitude, and infusing ethical values.

Core Values

  • Parent-Child Connectivity: Fostering close relationships within the institution.

  • Human Values: Instilling empathy, sympathy, and integrity.

  • Self-Respect: Implanting self-respect as the crux of character.

  • Wisdom: Empowering students to convert knowledge into wisdom.

  • Green Citizenship: Growing into environmentally conscious citizens.

3. Situational Analysis (SWOC)

The strategic plan is built upon the following analysis of the institution’s current state:

Strengths Weaknesses

• Autonomy & Reputation: Three decades of autonomy; 95th NIRF rank.

 

• Academics: Outcome-Based Education (OBE) & Blooms Taxonomy implemented.

 

• Digitalization: Online exams (ERP CAMU) & ICT-based learning.

 

• Research Support: Management offers seed money for R&D.

 

• Collaborations: 40+ MoUs for academic/industrial collaboration.

• Diversity: Limited number of students and faculty from other states/countries.

 

• Socio-economic hurdles: Poor background of students hinders higher education pursuit.

 

• Research Output: Fewer funded projects, patents, and consultancy services.
Opportunities Challenges

• University Status: Potential to become a Deemed-to-be University.

 

• Digital Expansion: Offering MOOCs and e-content.

 

• Incubation: Establishing an Incubation Centre for startups.

 

• Global Network: Strengthening alumni networks for endowment and employment.

• Skills Gap: Developing communication skills in rural/first-generation students.

 

• Competition: Mushroom growth of higher education institutions in the neighborhood.

 

• Postgrad Admissions: Attaining 100% admission in PG programs.

4. Strategic Thrust Areas

The IDP focuses on seven key areas for development:

  1. Improvement of Academics

  2. Research, Collaboration, and Consultancy

  3. Student Progression

  4. Faculty and Staff Development

  5. Societal Connect

  6. Resource Mobilization & Infrastructure

  7. Institutional Ranking and Brand Building

5. Short-Term Strategic Goals (2024 – 2027)

Focus: Digital Transformation and Futuristic Learning

Goal 1: Empower Education via ICT

  • Objective: Leverage advanced ICT to revolutionize teaching and make education inclusive.

  • Action Plan: Integrate multimedia resources, virtual classrooms, and interactive simulations to cater to diverse learning styles and disadvantaged students.

Goal 2: Embrace Futuristic Learning Principles (NEP 2020)

  • Objective: Align educational practices with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the digital age.

  • Action Plan: Adopt project-based, inquiry-based, and personalized learning pathways to foster critical thinking and problem-solving.

Goal 3: Foster Lifelong Learning

  • Objective: Create an ecosystem where learning extends beyond the classroom.

  • Action Plan: Utilize online courses, webinars, and digital libraries to allow continuous upskilling for students and the community.

Goal 4: Ensure Employability in the Digital Age

  • Objective: Cultivate skills relevant to the Industry 4.0/5.0 workforce.

  • Action Plan: Integrate tools for data analytics, digital marketing, and software development into the curriculum.

Goal 5: Position as a Hub for Industry 5.0

  • Objective: Drive innovation where advanced technology meets human capabilities.

  • Action Plan: Establish strategic partnerships for technology transfer and co-creation of solutions with leading companies.

6. Long-Term Strategic Goals (2024 – 2034)

Focus: Systemic Excellence, Sustainability, and Intellectual Property

Goal 1: Strengthen Institution-Industry Ties

  • Strategy: Institutionalize Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to bridge the academic-industry gap.

  • Impact: Provide real-world exposure through internships and industry-sponsored projects, enhancing soft skills and employability.

Goal 2: Innovate “Stalwart Systems” for Efficiency

  • Strategy: Automate routine tasks and implement robust information management systems for agility.

  • Impact: Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making in governance.

Goal 3: Robust Systems for Outcome-Based Education (OBE)

  • Strategy: Implement comprehensive data tools to track student attainment of learning outcomes.

  • Impact: Create feedback loops that allow educators to tailor instruction to individual learning needs.

Goal 4: Execute Planned Projects for Social Commitment

  • Strategy: Collaborate with local organizations and government agencies to address societal needs.

  • Impact: Instill civic responsibility in students while solving real-world community challenges.

Goal 5: Establish an IPR Cell for Institutional Patents

  • Strategy: Create a dedicated Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Cell sponsored by management.

  • Impact: Guide faculty/students in patent filing and commercializing inventions, fostering a culture of innovation.

7. Deployment & Quality Assurance

To ensure the success of this IDP, NGMC adheres to a strict Quality Policy:

  • Audit & Review: Continued Annual Academic Audits by external experts.

  • Governance: Ensuring fair governance and prudent financial management.

  • Student Support: Maintaining “Parent-Child connectivity” and personal counseling via the Human Value Department.