Autonomous Governance Structure
Efficient Academic Management & Administrative Excellence
About College Autonomy
Majlis Arts and Science College has been conferred with Autonomous Status for a period of 10 years effective from 2024 Admission, as per UGC regulations. This autonomous status empowers the college to design and implement innovative academic programs while maintaining quality standards and ensuring academic freedom.
Autonomy enhances the institutional capacity to respond effectively to emerging educational needs and societal demands, fostering excellence in teaching, research, and holistic student development.
📋 Governing Body
12 members constituted as per UGC Autonomous Regulation 2023
👥 Diverse Representation
Management, Government, University, Educational experts
⏱️ Term Duration
5-year tenure with meetings every 6 months
Governing Body Members
The Governing Body of Majlis Arts and Science College (Autonomous) comprises members nominated by the Parent Organization (Al Majlisu Lidhawathil Islamiyya - AMLI), Government of Kerala, and University of Calicut, in accordance with the UGC Autonomous Regulation 2023.
| No | Name of Member | Category | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri. SALEM KURUVAMBALAM, Secretary, AMLI | Management | Chairman |
| 2 | Sri. K S ABDULLA KOYA THANGAL, President AMLI | Management | Member |
| 3 | Sri. MUSTHAFA FAIZI, General Secretary, AMLI | Management | Member |
| 4 | Sri. C P HAMZA HAJI, Secretary & Manager, AMLI | Management | Member |
| 5 | Sri. T P MOHAMED KUTTY (MANU HAJI), Treasurer, AMLI | Management | Member |
| 6 | Smt. SINI J SHUKKOOR, Additional Secretary, Higher Education Department, Govt. of Kerala | State Government | Member |
| 7 | Dr. MUJEEBU REHIMAN M.P., Professor, History, University of Calicut | University | Member |
| 8 | Dr. MOHAMEDALI P, Principal (Rtd), MES-KVM College | Educationist | Member |
| 9 | Sri. K. MOHAMED HANEEFA, Associate Professor, Physics | Teaching Staff | Member |
| 10 | Sri. N NOUSHAD, HoD, Media and Communications | Teaching Staff | Member |
| 11 | Sri. ALI MOIDU THUPPILIIKKAT, Special Officer | Administrative Staff | Member |
| 12 | Dr. MOHAMED KUTTY KAKKAKUNNAN, Principal | Principal | Member Secretary |
Governing Body Structure & Functions
Composition
The Governing Body comprises 12 members representing diverse stakeholder interests:
- Management Nominees: 5 members (including Chairman)
- Government Nominee: 1 member from Higher Education Department
- University Nominee: 1 member from University of Calicut
- Educationist Nominee: 1 external educationist
- Teaching Staff Nominees: 2 faculty members nominated by Principal
- Administrative Staff Nominee: 1 administrative staff member
- Principal: Ex-officio Member Secretary
Key Responsibilities
- Formulation and approval of academic policies and regulations
- Oversight of academic standards and quality assurance
- Approval of new academic programs and curriculum design
- Financial resource management and budgetary control
- Institutional planning and strategic decision-making
- Monitoring of academic performance and institutional effectiveness
Meeting Schedule
The Member Secretary shall convene meetings of the Governing Body at least once every six months to review institutional performance, approve policies, and ensure effective governance aligned with national educational standards.
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Benefits of Autonomous Status
- Academic Flexibility: Freedom to design innovative curricula responsive to industry and societal needs
- Quality Enhancement: Autonomy to implement quality assurance mechanisms and educational excellence standards
- Institutional Agility: Faster decision-making and implementation of reforms
- Research & Development: Enhanced capacity to promote research and knowledge creation
- Student-Centric Approach: Greater focus on holistic development and skill enhancement
- Stakeholder Engagement: Inclusive governance with diverse representation