About us
YMCA
College, Aluva, affiliated to Mahthma Gandhi University, Kottayam, is an
institution of higher learning in the unaided sector, owned and manged by YMCA
South - West India Region. It was established in the year 2011. Located in Mekkara Hills, Edayappuram, the
college enjoys a quiet rural setting with urban proximity. It is 3 kms from the
Aluva railway station and the KSRTC bus station, and 11 kms from the Cochin
International Airport. The college is easily accessible by road from
Thottumugham on the Aluva – Perumbavoor KSRTC route, and from Rajagiri Hospital
on the Aluva Perumbavoor private bus route.
THE YMCA
Founded in 1844 by George Williams in London, the Young Men's Christian Association was aimed at
putting Christian values into
practice among youth by developing in them a healthy body, mind, and spirit. With its
pioneering work in the fields of youth empowerment and education, the YMCA
contributed enormously to world sports through the invention of basketball and
volleyball. Extending its activities into physical education, rural
reconstruction, and relief and rehabilitation work during the two World Wars
and other calamities, the YMCA is now a
worldwide youth organization spread over 120 countries. It focuses also on
global issues like gender equality, sustainable development, and the
challenges of globalization and
racism. World YMCA, with its headquarters in Geneva, has consultative
status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, and
close associations with different organs of the UN.
THE INDIAN
YMCA
The National Council of YMCAs of India is a part of the World
Alliance of YMCAs, since 1891. Seeing India as a nation of
people with vastly diverse languages, cultures, and religions, the Indian YMCA
formulates strategies and work plans suited to the needs of the nation and
relevant to the local situation. It is committed to strive for a just society. It believes in the sanctity of all life and preservation
of all God’s creation, and stands for renewal and reconciliation in
communities.
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SOUTH WEST INDIA REGION
The South West India Region, the largest of
the nine regions of the Indian YMCA, has its central office at Aluva in
Ernakulam district. It represents the Movement in Kerala, and consists of
nearly 510 units across the State. It oversees the multifarious activities of
the movement and manages several socially relevant projects in different parts
of the state. It also provides a common forum for the YMCAs throughout the
State in tune with the concerns of the national movement.
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COLLEGE, ALUVA
The YMCA College at Aluva in Ernakulam district was started jointly by
the Regional Executive Committee of YMCA South West India Region and the YMCA
Aluva Project Management Committee.
Centrally located in the state of Kerala, Ernakulam has immense
possibilities in education. Ernakulam does have a wide variety of institutions
of higher and professional education, and it is a major hub of information
technology and allied skills as well as of ever-growing commercial activity.
Still there is a lack of facilities to equip students with the knowledge and
skills necessary to avail the opportunities that these centres offer, and to
meet the challenges of the future. The YMCA College, Aluva, is intended to meet
this need.
OUR MISSION
The YMCA College
aims at offering to young men and women of all communities education of the
whole person, giving them proper understanding of the subjects of study, and
the skills and competencies to best equip them for professions, careers, and
life itself. The ultimate aim is to make them professionally competent,
intellectually sound, and socially committed individuals who bring out the best
in them for themselves and for the society.
OUR VISION
Our
vision is to be centre of higher learning that keeps looking forward, and which
our youth look up to for realizing their best.
FACILITIES
Library and Digital Information Centre
The facilities on the campus include a well-equipped Library and Digital Information Centre, which has
books on all relevant subjects like Management, Commerce, Maths, Finance, and
General Knowledge. This Centre and the computer facilities are kept regularly
upgraded.
Sports and Games
Students are encouraged to participate in various sports and games, both
indoor and outdoor. The facilities for these are also periodically upgraded.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
The college offers undergraduate programmes under the Choice Based
Credit and Semester System (CBCSS) of Mahatma Gandhi University. These UG
programmes consist of six semesters, and include Common Courses, Core Courses,
Complementary Courses, Vocational Courses, and Open Courses.
The common course in English has been designed with a view to improving
the communication skill of students. The Open Courses are offered in Fifth
Semester.
The college also offers P.G Programme M.Com (Finance).
COURSES OFFERED
1. B.Com.
(Finance and Taxation)
This course is the most in demand among students who intend to pursue
careers as Chartered Accountants, Cost Accountants, or other Professional Tax
Practitioners. It also provides a sound basis for those who intend to pursue
postgraduation (M.Com. or MBA) and further research oriented studies. This
course offers subjects like Computerised Accounting, Capital Market, and
Investment Management, in addition to the optional subject Finance and
Taxation.
Eligibility for the programme: Pass in plus two OR equivalent
examination (as per M. G. University norms)
2. B.Com.
(Computer Application)
This course aims to train students in the use of computer skills in
commerce and business, with special emphasis on skill development for
employability. It is essentially a job-oriented course meant to prepare
students for careers in MCCA , BPOA and computer dominated sector . The course
offers Computer Application as an optional Subject while Capital Market and
Investment Management are offered as open courses. In addition to the optional
subjects, Commerce related subjects like Business Organisation, E-Commerce,
Cost Accounting, and Financial Accountancy are also included in this course.
Eligibility for the programme: Pass in plus two OR equivalent
examination (as per M. G. University
norms)
3. M.Com.
(Finance)
This programme prepares students primarily for careers in teaching and
research.
Eligibility for the Programmes
Graduation in Commerce / BBA / BBM with CGPA of not less than 1.80 out
of 4 in the core group ( Core+ Complementary + Open Courses )
OR
Graduation in Commerce / BBA /
BBM with not less than 45% marks in part 3 Main (Core + Subsidiaries /
Complementaries)
ADMISSION PROCEDURE
As the college is affiliated to
Mahatma Gandhi University, admissions to the B.Com. and M.Com. Programmes will
be through the Centralised Allotment Process
(CAP) of the University, and as per the guidelines issued by the University
from time to time.
DISCIPLINE
Political or religious activism or any sort of indiscipline within the
campus will not be tolerated in the college. All students are expected to
maintain good discipline inside and outside the campus. Outsiders are not
allowed to enter the campus and interfere with the activities. Use of Mobile
phone is strictly prohibited in the college campus.
WARNING AGAINST RAGGING
Ragging in the college campus is
strictly prohibited. Complaints will be viewed seriously and appropriate action
will be taken against offenders. Any student causing any sort of mental or
physical harassment to any fellow student or students by words or acts will
face stringent action, which may include registering of criminal cases against
him / her as per the directions of the honourable Supreme Court of India.
Students are, therefore, warned against involving in any such activities.
THE ROLE OF STUDENT
Each student is requested to
take a positive role in maintaining a mutually caring, loving, and humane
community on the campus.
For this, students are
encouraged to understand and practise some core values: caring to
understand others; keeping integrity and moral uprightness in what they
say and do; taking their personal and social responsibility seriously;
showing respect to others; and cultivating tolerance and
inclusiveness without discrimination to anyone.
UNIFORM
All students are expected to follow the dress code decided by the
college. The uniform will be arranged by the college following admission.
PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION
An effective and supportive Parent Teacher Association functions in the
college. Meetings of the PTA are
conducted in the college in every Semester to review the progress and welfare
of the students and discussing matters connected with the smooth and successful
functioning of the college.
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COLLEGE TIMINGS
Monday to Thursday: 10 am
to 1.00 pm & 1.45 pm to 3.30 pm
Friday: 10 am to 12.45 pm & 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm