Higher Education in

Present Scenario
&
University
Administration

Dr. Sunita Chandra

Registrar,
Central Institute of
Higher Tibetan Institute,
Sarnath, Varanasi.
 Introduction
◦ Education is fundamental for achieving full human potential,
developing an equitable and just society, and promoting national
development.
◦ India will have the highest population of young people in the world over
the next decade, and our ability to provide high-quality educational
opportunities to them will determine the future of our country.
◦ The global education development agenda reflected in the Goal 4
(SDG4) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by
India in 2015 - seeks to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality
education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” by 2030.
◦ Such a lofty goal will require the entire education system to be
reconfigured to support and foster learning, so that all the critical
targets and goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable
Development can be achieved.
 A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE
The Evolution of the Social Contract between universities and society

From guilds and intellectual centers

What is Higher for the elite
Education?
To universities expanding access
to serving greater needs of society

Recent unprecedented growth

 A REDEFINED ROLE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION IN SOCIETY

Re-designing delivery systems for new demands of a

Higher radically fast- changing world of work
Education
Responding to wider needs of society: EFA, Millennium
Development, Goals (gender), Sustainable Development
(environment, HIV/AIDS, justice, equity, tolerance).
  India's higher education system is the third largest in
the world, next to the United States and China.

 The main governing body at the tertiary level is the

University Grants Commission, which enforces its
standards, advises the government, and helps
Higher Education- In India coordinate between the centre and the state.

 Accreditation for higher learning is overseen by 15

autonomous institutions established by the
University Grants Commission (UGC)
STRUCTURE
 Open Universities (ODL)
• 69

State Universities
• 460

Types of Deemed to be Universities

Universities • 128
in India Central Universities.
• 56

Institutions of National Importance

• 165

Private Universities
• 430
 Massachusetts Institute
of Technology (MIT)
University of
Cambridge
Top Five
International
Universities University of Oxford

Harvard University

Stanford University
 Indian Institute of
Science

Jawaharlal Nehru
Top Five University
Universities
in India
Jamia Millia Islamia
Source: NIRF Rankings 2023:
University

Jadavpur University

Banaras Hindu University

 1. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
2. Distance Education Council (DEC)
3. Indian Council ofAgricultural Research (ICAR)
Accreditation for 4. Bar Council of India (BCI)
higher learning is 5. NationalAssessment andAccreditation Council (NAAC)
6. National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)
overseen by 7. Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
autonomous 8. Medical Council of India (MCI)
9. Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
institutions 10.Indian Nursing Council (INC)
established by the 11.Dental Council of India (DCI)
12.Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH)
University Grants 13.Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM)
Commission 14.Veterinary Council of India (VCI)
15.Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
Importance of Higher Education

Economic Growth: Higher education drives economic growth by

producing skilled professionals who contribute to innovation and
productivity in various industries.
Social Mobility: It provides opportunities for individuals from all
backgrounds to improve their socioeconomic status and break the cycle of
poverty.
Personal Development: Higher education fosters personal growth, critical
thinking, and lifelong learning, helping individuals achieve their full
potential.
Cultural Understanding: It promotes cultural understanding, tolerance,
and appreciation of diversity, contributing to a more inclusive society.
Innovation and Research: Higher education institutions are hubs of
innovation and research, leading to technological advancements and
scientific discoveries.
Global Competitiveness: Nations with strong higher education systems
are more competitive globally, attracting talent and investment.
Civic Engagement: Higher education encourages civic engagement,
community involvement, and leadership development, creating responsible
citizens.
Current trends in higher education

Online and Hybrid Learning

Interdisciplinary Studies

Global Collaboration

Technology Integration, Lifelong Learning &

Personalized Learning

Focus on Skills and Employability

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sustainability, Environmental Education and Wellness and

Mental Health
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 After more than 70 years of independence, India's
higher education system has still not been
developed fully

• Absence of Indian universities in the top 100 globally.

• Low employment rates of Indian graduates.
ISSUES WITH • Limited national awards and recognition received by Indian
HIGHER institutions. Inadequate research funding allocation.
EDUCATION IN
INDIA Moreover, the status of state public universities that
produce over 90% of the graduates in India is more
dismal.
 Complexity of Global Issues: Many of today's most pressing challenges, such as climate
change, public health crises, and socioeconomic inequality, are multifaceted and
interconnected. Addressing these issues requires perspectives from multiple disciplines.
Innovation and Creativity: Interdisciplinary collaboration can spark innovation and creativity by
bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise. It encourages thinking outside traditional
disciplinary boundaries.
Holistic Understanding: Interdisciplinary approaches allow for a more holistic understanding of
complex phenomena, as they take into account the social, economic, environmental, and
cultural dimensions of issues.
Interdisciplinary Cross-Disciplinary Solutions: Solutions to complex problems often lie at the intersection of
different disciplines. Interdisciplinary research can lead to more comprehensive and effective
studies and solutions.
Preparation for the Workforce: Many employers value interdisciplinary skills, as they reflect
research adaptability, critical thinking, and the ability to work in diverse teams. Interdisciplinary studies
can better prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce.
Academic Collaboration: Interdisciplinary collaboration fosters academic partnerships and
networks, leading to a broader exchange of ideas and research findings.
Policy and Governance: Interdisciplinary research can inform policy and governance by
providing a more nuanced understanding of complex issues and potential solutions.
Promoting Inclusivity: Interdisciplinary approaches can facilitate the inclusion of marginalized
voices and perspectives, leading to more equitable and just outcomes.
Promoting Sustainability: Interdisciplinary research is often crucial for addressing sustainability
challenges, as it considers the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental
factors.
 Will
National
Education
Policy 2020
transform
the future
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 Education must develop both the „foundational
capacities ‟of literacy and numeracy & „higher-order‟
cognitive capacities such as critical thinking and
problem solving.

Principles
It should also include social, ethical, emotional
governing capacities and dispositions.
National
educational policy
2020 The teacher must be at the centre of the
fundamental reforms in the education system..
Any Questions?
◦Thank You
Higher Education in
Present Scenario
&
University
Administration

Dr. Sunita Chandra

Registrar,
Central Institute of
Higher Tibetan Institute,
Sarnath, Varanasi.
University
Administration
 Administration
Latin :- “Ad + ministrare”

to serve

“Serve to Whom ?”

”People” in University
(who are the stakeholders)

Students (Primary Stakeholders)

People Employee (Teaching & Non-Teaching)

Public at large (who came for Research/ Visit like ”temple”, museum, morning walk, etc.)
WHY? But Administration is
“dreaded”, “hated” considered
as ”vile” by the people (stake
holders) of the University.

Generally speaking in, any of the university administrator are supposed to help the students and teacher’s to optimise their
goals (learning). But most of the administration sit in Plush cosy offices with absolute powers and their contribution to University
primordially is zero.

(This is the view of other stakeholders)

Well as “Administrator’s” are we responsible for this notion?

May be……………………
Because we have to instil the rule based system. “Rules ” are being hated in general.

However, some times people may be blaming the implementing authority instead of “rules” so we have to
make them understand. As administrators many of us fail to communicate effectively these rule positions
thereby bringing bad repute to entire fraternity.

So the Keyword is proper “Communication”

Anyways Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Institute is an epitome of this communication and our
communication movers from top to bottom as well as bottom to top.

Let’s understand the structure and system’s in Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Institute
 (seems independent…isn’t it?
No,
Apex Decision Making and
Administrative Body
Executive Council Government nominate it and through these
nominations it control and administer its
functions)

Court

Building
Academic
Committe
Council
e
Vice
Authorities and bodies to Chancell
assist Vice Chancellor for or
(Basically
democratic decision making
, a CEO)
with all stakeholders Recruitm
Finance
ent and
Committe
Assessm
e
ent Cell
Planning
Board
 Academic
GAD

(First among the Equals)

Section
Establishment SC/ ST/ OBC/

Registrar
Section Cell

Vigilance Legal

Engineering Services

Officers for assisting the

Finance Officer
Vice Chancellor and
executing the orders
Audit

Development

Examination
Controller of
Any Questions?