A MULTIDIMENSIONAL AND HOLISTIC ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONING OF IQAC AND NAAC TEAMS IN HEI: A COHESIVE ALIGNMENT.

Abstract

Purpose- The purpose of the paper is to analyze the administration of IQAC & NAAC teams in a specific HEI and examine their functioning in a multidimensional and holistic environment so as to bring about the efficient cohesive alignment between the two to achieve best accreditation grades.

Design/Methodology/Approach- The paper employs exploratory research design with qualitative approach analyzing the secondary data obtained from the coordinator of IQAC and NAAC steering committee of specific HEI.

Findings- The findings exhibits the 360 degree quality oriented administration and functioning of IQAC considering all parameters. Throughout the process the IQAC team is in tuned with NAAC team members to serve the quality gaps immediately as recognized and required.

Practical Implication- The findings of the study are critically significant for all the HEI’s of the concerned location for formation and strengthen their IQAC teams. The ideology here is that-  not just the presence of such teams or just preparing the Agenda/Minutes are mandatory but the necessity is for radical transformation to achieve the NAAC objectives in a more realistic manner.

Originality/Value- This paper adds value to the existing policies, procedures, administration, functioning and formulation of IQAC and NAAC teams of concerned HEI’s aspiring for the best grades.