Arihant Educational Trust was established in 2018, guided by the belief that every person can achieve his or her dream if given a chance at a well-rounded education. The Trust strives to deliver quality education across various domains through its institutions towards developing assets for the nation.

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Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at Arihant Institute of Commerce and Management (AICM) is the institutional mechanism for ensuring continuous improvement in academic, administrative, and co-curricular performance. Aligned with NAAC and Bengaluru City University guidelines, AICM’s IQAC drives excellence through systematic planning, innovation, and stakeholder collaboration.

Objectives & Functions

  • Curriculum Innovation: Monitors curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and learning outcomes to align with industry trends and NEP guidelines.
  • Research Promotion: Encourages faculty and students to engage in research projects, publications, conferences, and seminars, fostering a culture of inquiry and innovation.
  • Academic Collaboration: Builds bridges with industry experts, academic institutions, and research bodies for knowledge exchange and applied learning.
  • Quality Audits: Conducts periodic reviews and internal audits to maintain and enhance institutional standards in line with NAAC benchmarks.
  • Feedback & Evaluation: Implements structured feedback systems from students, faculty, alumni, and employers to ensure academic relevance and continuous improvement.
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Vision & Mission of IQAC

Vision

To uphold a culture of academic integrity, quality assurance, and innovation, where every process and practice contributes to measurable excellence. AICM envisions becoming a centre of transformative learning and research, promoting creativity, collaboration, and global perspectives. The vision seeks to empower stakeholders to adopt best practices that make education meaningful, sustainable, and future-ready.

Mission

To embed quality consciousness in every dimension of institutional functioning - from curriculum design to governance - through evidence-based assessment, stakeholder participation, and innovation-driven strategies. AICM strives to foster an ecosystem that encourages faculty development, student engagement, continuous improvement, and community-oriented outcomes, ensuring the institution evolves dynamically with the changing academic landscape.

Research & Innovation at AICM

Research at AICM serves as the foundation for academic advancement and knowledge creation. The institution actively supports faculty research, student innovation projects, and interdisciplinary exploration across emerging domains such as:

  • Entrepreneurship and Start-up Management
  • Business and Financial Analytics
  • Information Technology and Digital Transformation
  • Sustainable Business Practices
  • Economics, Marketing, and Human Resource Management

Through seminars, workshops, case competitions, and collaborative projects, students are encouraged to think critically and develop solutions to real-world challenges. Faculty members are guided to publish in indexed journals, present at national conferences, and contribute to policy-oriented studies.

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IQAC Structure & Reporting

AICM’s IQAC operates through a structured committee comprising:

  • Chairperson: Principal of AICM
  • IQAC Coordinator
  • Faculty Members (Academic Representatives)
  • Administrative Staff
  • Student Representative
  • Alumni Representative
  • External Expert (Academic/Industry)

Reports & Documentation

  • Meeting Minutes & ATRs: Detailed documentation of IQAC meetings and corresponding action reports.
  • Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs): Submitted annually to NAAC with performance indicators and outcomes.
  • NAAC Accreditation Details: Accreditation cycle, grade, validity period, and downloadable certificate.
  • Policies & Practices: Institutional frameworks on quality, research, environment, gender equity, and extension activities.

Best Practices & Institutional Distinctiveness

  • Best Practices: Innovative teaching-learning models, mentorship systems, digital literacy initiatives, and sustainable campus practices.
  • Institutional Distinctiveness: AICM distinguishes itself through its blend of academic rigor, experiential learning, and industry collaboration, preparing graduates to be ethical and innovative contributors to society.
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