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“Social Sciences help us understand, imagine & craft a more sustainable future for all”

 School of Humanities & Social Sciences offers UG & PG programs which complement the traditional intellectual skills associated with humanities with a range of practical skills like critical thinking, communication, cultural awareness, curiosity and empathy which contributes to a student’s individual growth, enabling them to carve their own path of success in the world, while also making a difference to the larger community.

Ranked among the best colleges in India to pursue Humanities, MCC offers two-year post-graduate programs and highly multidisciplinary three year degree or four-year honours undergraduate programs with the right blend of skills, research and strong theoretical foundation. The School also offers PhD in Economics.

Dean of Humanities & Social Sciences

Dr. Hamsa N, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.

 

Learning - Outcome Based Curriculum Framework

Graduate Attributes

Mount Carmel College, Autonomous offers graduate and postgraduate programs which empower graduates with the following attributes:

  • In-depth knowledge and ability to apply this in real world situations.
  • Critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to be problems-solvers.
  • Excellent communication skills to convey thoughts and ideas appropriately & innovatively.
  • Agile learners who can keep pace with a rapidly transforming digitalized world.
  • Ability to take up leadership roles and work in multi-cultural teams.
  • A desire to see themselves as continuous learners and seek new knowledge and skills.
  • To be responsible citizens with sound ethical values and concern for the community.
Qualification Descriptors

The students who complete three years of full-time study of an undergraduate programme of study will be awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts (BA); Students who complete four years of full-time study of an undergraduate programme will be awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Honours (BA Honours). The Graduates of the degree program will demonstrate:

  • An in-depth understanding in the chosen discipline, comprising theoretical and practical perspectives, and a basic understanding of emerging areas of study and practice.
  • Ability to apply knowledge to comprehend the dynamics of the work-place, society and world in order to find efficient and ethical solutions to problems.
  • Basic quantitative and digital skills for undertaking analysis, interpreting results and arriving at logical conclusions.
  • Comprehensive knowledge about current topics and basic skills required to comprehend contemporary issues.

Humanities & Social Sciences

Communication Studies
Economics & Public Policy
English
French
German
Hindi
History
Journalism
Kannada
Physical Education
Political Science
Psychology
Sanskrit
Sociology
Travel & Tourism

4 - YEAR HONOURS PROGRAMS WITH MULTIPLE ENTRY AND EXIT OPTIONS (UNDER NEP – 2020)

SINGLE DISCIPLINE PROGRAM

B.A ( Honours)- Communication and Media
B.A – Economics
B.A – Journalism & Mass Communication
B.A – Psychology
Bachelors in Sports Management

SINGLE DISCIPLINE 3 - YEARS VOCATIONAL PROGRAM

Bachelor of Vocational Course in Hospitality & Tourism (BHT)

DUAL DISCIPLINE PROGRAM

B.A – History, Political Science
B.A – History, Travel & Tourism
B.A – Political Science, Sociology
B.A – Political Science, Economics
B.A – Psychology, Communicative English
B.A – Psychology, Economics
B.A – Psychology, English Literature
B.A – Psychology, Journalism
B.A – Psychology, Sociology

PG PROGRAM

M.A. in Economics
M.A. in English
M.A. in Public Policy
M.Sc. Psychology

HUMANITIES DOCTORAL PROGRAM

Ph.D. in Economics
Ph.D. in English
Ph.D. in Psychology

Communication Studies

  • JSA - 2016.
  • A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Mirador Creative Services LLP in November 2019.
  • LICHT Photography - 2022.
  • Advaya Shaale - March 2022.
  • MARAA (a media arts collective) in 2022.
  • Richard Andrew Dudley in 2022.

Economics

  • MOU with Citi Group for Internship and Placement (PG Students).

English

  • Academic and Networking Collaborations Proposal of Xavier Board of Higher Education in India.
  • The Student Exchange Programme 15th to 19th of November 2022 with Sacred Heart Arts and Science College, Perani, Villipuram, Tamil Nadu.

History

  • An MOU was signed with the Department of Politics and IR, Providence Women’s College, Kozhikode on 14thMarch, 2022. Dr. Sujin Babu went to the Providence Women’s College, Kozhikode on the same day to take part in this event. The two departments decided to organize academic events together for next two years whenever it is possible. It was also agreed to write academic papers together by the faculty members of both the departments. Dr. Sr. Ashmitha, Principal of Providence Women’s College, Ms. Ambili Thomas, Head of Politics and International Relations were present on the occasion.

Political Science

  • This Memorandum of understanding Between Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy, a Trust registered under the Indian Trust Act, 1882 with the registration number GAN-4-00109-2005-06 dated 10-6-2005 and having its office at 19/4, "Sair Bagh" Building, 3rd Floor, Cunningham Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052, hereinafter referred to as “Janaagraha” (which expression shall be deemed to mean and include its successors and permitted assigns) through PRARTHANA RAMESH, PROGRAM HEAD- BalaJanaagraha Programme.
  • Mount Carmel College, Autonomous represented by Alice Mathew, Head of Department of Political Science, hereinafter referred to as Mount Carmel College (which expression shall mean and include its Authorized Representatives & Assigns) of the OTHER PART;
  • And Hence, Mount Carmel College and BalaJanaagraha has entered into partnership to mentor school students for BalaJanaagraha’s Civic Project “Our City, Our Challenge” which aims to make children think beyond symptoms, analyze root causes and engage with their local communities and be part of a larger youth movement to fulfil the above objectives while building the 21st century skills.

Travel & Tourism

  • MoU with Binary University Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.
  • MoU with TAAI (Travel Agents Association Of India).
  • MoU with BIT for services of Implant Travel Desk.
  • MoU with Hotel Shangri-La.

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Placement Policy & Guidelines for Students

The Placement Policy is applicable to all students registered with the Placement Cell of Mount Carmel College, Autonomous, and is to be followed during their entire tenure at the college.

  1. The Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator are the facilitators and counsellors for placement related activities and will be responsible for all concerned activities & functioning of the Placement Cell.
  2. The Student Placement Committee will be assisting the Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator in all activities related to placements.
  3. Neither the College nor the Placement Cell guarantees a job. The Placement Cell will facilitate and coordinate the placement activities on campus including bringing in companies, coordinating the recruitment drives, organizing recruitment training and other related activities leading to the successful placements of the deserving students.
  4. Applying for a company, getting recruited, joining a company is entirely the responsibility/decision of the student concerned.
  5. Opting to register for placements is completely the choice of the students. As some would want to pursue higher studies or other opportunities, such students can refrain from registering with the Placement Cell.
  6. Students are required to check the ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA for registering with the Placement Cell before registering.
  7. All final year students with an aggregate score of 60% and above and with NO ACTIVE BACKLOGS are eligible to register for placements.
  8. All registered students are required to MANDATORILY attend the recruitment training conducted by the Placement Cell and meet the necessary threshold of 75% attendance and 80% completion of the practice tests & assessments to qualify for applying to the cos. Failing to qualify may result in re-training of the student at an additional cost which is to be borne at actuals by the concerned student.
  9. The Placement Cell will notify all the registered students about the upcoming recruitment drives through mails and Whatsapp group notifications and not individually. The students are to be alert and keep a track of the notifications and apply as per their interest and eligibility.
  10. Once a student registers/enrolls for a particular company, she is expected to complete the entire recruitment process as relevant and required. Failing to do so, will result in the student being debarred from sitting for further recruitment drives. Exceptions will be made at the sole discretion of the Placement Cell only in genuine cases. Such cases/reasons to be formally communicated to the Placement Office over mail at least one day prior to the drive.
  11. The student has a choice not to participate in the recruitment process of a company after attending the Pre-Placement Talk. If she decides to continue, then she will be bound by the College Placement Policy to attend the rest of the recruitment process of the company as stated above.
  12. Students will not be allowed to participate in the selection process of a company for which she has missed the PPT.
  13. While the Placement Cell will do its due diligence and bring in the right companies, it is the responsibility of every student to check the company profile, eligibility, Job Profile and the Job Role before applying. The same will also be mailed and/or updated on the Notice Boards or social media groups.
    a. Ex 1- If a company requires the applicant to have an average of 70%, be well assured that you meet the criteria before applying to that company.
    b. Ex 2- If the company requires you to have NO standing arrears/backlogs at the time of attending the placement process, kindly DO NOT APPLY to the company if you do not meet this criterion.
  14. If, after being selected by a company, for some reason the student is not satisfied either with the pay, the timings, work allotted, etc during onboarding, she will need to take it up with the concerned within the company. The Placement Cell will not be able to intervene in internal matters. However, it is important that the students reach out to us in case there are major deviations from the terms mentioned by the company at the time of recruitment.
  15. A student can apply to as many companies as she wants and appear for interviews until the first job is secured. A student will be considered to have secured a job if her name appears in the final select list of a company.
  16. The Placement Office of MCC follows a strict “ONE OFFER PER STUDENT” Policy. However, if a student has been offered a job with a CTC less than or equal to INR 2 lakhs PA, she can opt to apply for ONE more company, subject to prior formal approval by the Placement Office.
  17. Once a student’s name appears in the final selects of a company, it is obligatory for the student to accept the offer. Rejecting offers is strictly not allowed. Defaulters will be required to submit a letter to the Principal along with a penalty fee which could be equivalent to one month’s salary being offered by the said company.
  18. Recruitment Process: All companies generally follow the following procedure (however they could be exceptions) –
    a. Presentation about the company & Job Profile (Pre-Placement Talk)
    b. Written Exam (Aptitude / Technical Test)
    c. Group Discussion and/or Task (Assignments)
    d. Interview (Technical/HR/Others)
    e. Verification of Documents
    f. Offer Letter
  19. Students are to strictly ensure the following for all recruitment drives:
    a. Must report on time as mentioned in the schedules
    b. Wear Business Formals for every recruitment process. Students wearing casuals during recruitment process will be sent back
    c. Always carry one folder containing resumes (2-3 copies), passport size photos, copies of mark sheets, certificates & stationery
    d. Compulsorily carry College & Govt. ID Cards
  20. Most companies require applicants to have Govt. ID – Aadhar & PAN. Hence it is advised for all students to apply for these before registering for placements.
    Students are not allowed to contact the Company / HR team directly for any reason through the recruitment process. In case of any issues or concerns, they are advised to contact their Placement Office and discuss their problems.
  21. Strict action will be taken against students found to be engaged in maligning the College or the Placement Office with the companies. Any grievances you may have, are to be brought to the notice of the of the Placement Officer for resolution.
  22. If a student makes any false claims in the Resume/Student Registration Form, her registration will be cancelled immediately and job offer if any, will be revoked.
  23. All companies conduct a thorough background check/verification. If the company finds that you have manipulated your marks / documents in any manner/or mis-represented any information, your job offer will be terminated, and your name will be blacklisted.
  24. Strict discipline needs to be followed by every student during the recruitment process. Any sort of indecent behavior/misbehavior which affects the decorum of the Placement Cell or the reputation of the College or the Company, will attract severe penalty and disqualification.
  25. Unless explicitly permitted by the companies, use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during the recruitment process.
  26. Malpractice in all forms or marking proxies during the selection process and beyond, is strictly prohibited and those caught indulging in such activities would be debarred from the placement process. Also, note that no concessions in any form shall be made in such cases.
  27. It may happen that the campus recruitment process can stretch till late evenings. Students are required and prepared to be available accordingly. In case of off-line drives, students are to inform their parents and should arrange their own transportation.
  28. In case of virtual (online) recruitment drives, it is the responsibility of the students to ensure they have the necessary equipment (laptop/PC with functional webcam and mic) and sufficient internet bandwidth for seamless conduction of the process.
  29. Students are required to provide correct email IDs and contact numbers at the time of registration. These will be used for all communication from the Placement Cell and the recruiting companies. The onus is on the students to ensure the contact details provided are correct and up to date.
  30. Students are advised to check their mails regularly as all communication related to placements will be sent through mails.
  31. It is mandatory that once you receive an Intent Letter/Offer Letter from the Company, a copy must be submitted to the Placement Office. Failing which, the end semester examination Hall Ticket/results will be withheld.
  32. All students registered for placements will be bounded by the Attendance Policy of the College. Any exception to the above is permitted only through formal approval of the Placement Office and the respective Department Heads.

WE EXPECT OUR STUDENTS TO BE PROFESSIONAL AND UPHOLD THE VALUES OF THE COLLEGE AT ALL TIMES.

For all matters not covered in the above policy, the Placement Office will use its discretion to take appropriate decisions as and when required.

The above guidelines are to ensure a smooth process in the best interest of our students and the participating companies.

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