J.B.S.P.

Sanstha’s
Changu Kana Thakur
Arts, Commerce & Science College, New Panvel (Autonomous)
Outcome Based Education
The National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF) envisages that students must
possess the quality and characteristics of the graduate of a programme of study, including learning
outcomes relating to the disciplinary area(s) in the chosen field(s) of learning and generic learning
outcomes that are expected to be acquired by a graduate on completion of the programme(s) of study.

The graduate attributes include capabilities that help broaden the current knowledge base and skills,
gain and apply new knowledge and skills, undertake future studies independently, perform well in a
chosen career, and play a constructive role as a responsible citizen in society. Graduate attributes are
fostered through meaningful learning experiences made available through the curriculum and learning
experience, the total college/university experience, and a process of critical and reflective thinking.

Graduate attributes include learning outcomes that are specific to disciplinary areas relating to the
chosen field(s) of learning within broad multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary/ transdisciplinary contexts
and generic learning outcomes that graduates of all programmes of study should acquire are
demonstrated fin following table:
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
PSO The Learning outcomes descriptors
Graduates should be able to demonstrate the acquisition of:
PSO1 Comprehensive knowledge and coherent understanding of the chosen
disciplinary/interdisciplinary areas of study in a broad multidisciplinary context, their
different learning areas, their linkages with related fields of study, and current and
emerging developments associated with the chosen disciplinary/interdisciplinary areas of
learning.
PSO2 Practical, professional, and procedural knowledge required for carrying out
professional or highly skilled work/tasks related to the chosen field(s) of learning, including
knowledge required for undertaking self-employment initiatives, and knowledge and
mindset required for entrepreneurship involving enterprise creation, improved product
development, or a new mode of organization.
PSO3 Skills in areas related to specialization in the chosen disciplinary/interdisciplinary
area(s) of learning in a broad multidisciplinary context, including wide-ranging practical
skills, involving variable routine and non-routine contexts relating to the chosen
field(s) of learning.
PSO4 Capacity to extrapolate from what has been learned, translate concepts to real-life
situations and apply acquired competencies in new/unfamiliar contexts, rather than merely
replicate curriculum content knowledge, to generate solutions to specific problems.
 Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO The Learning outcomes descriptors Attribute
After the completion of programme, the learner will be able to demonstrate the
ability/capacity to
PO • Solve different kinds of problems in familiar and non-familiar contexts and Complex
1 apply the learning to real-life situations. problem-
solving
PO • Apply analytic thought to a body of knowledge, including the analysis and Critical
2 evaluation of policies, and practices, as well as evidence, arguments, claims, thinking
beliefs, and the reliability and relevance of evidence,
• Identify relevant assumptions or implications; and formulate coherent
arguments,
• Identify logical flaws and holes in the arguments of others,
• Analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources and draw valid
conclusions and support them with evidence and examples.
PO • Create, perform, or think in different and diverse ways about the same Creativity
3 objects or scenarios,
• Deal with problems and situations that do not have simple solutions,
• Innovate and perform tasks in a better manner,
• View a problem or a situation from multiple perspectives,
• Think ‘out of the box’ and generate solutions to complex problems in
unfamiliar contexts,
• Adopt innovative, imaginative, lateral thinking, interpersonal skills and
emotional intelligence.
PO • Listen carefully, read texts and research papers analytically and present Communication
4 complex information in a clear and concise manner to different Skills
groups/audiences,
• Express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally and
communicate with others using appropriate media,
• Confidently share views and express herself/himself,
• Construct logical arguments using correct technical language related to a
field of learning, work/vocation, or an area of professional practice, and
convey ideas, thoughts, and arguments using language that is respectful and
sensitive to gender and other minority groups.
PO • evaluate the reliability and relevance of evidence; Analytical
5 • identify logical flaws in the arguments of others; analyze and synthesize reasoning/thin
king
data from a variety of sources; draw valid conclusions and support them
with evidence and examples, and address opposing viewpoints.
PO • A keen sense of observation, inquiry, and capability for asking relevant/ Research-
6 appropriate questions, related skills
• The ability to problematize, synthesize, and articulate issues and design
research proposals,
• The ability to define problems, formulate appropriate and relevant research
 questions, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses using quantitative and
qualitative data, establish hypotheses, make inferences based on the analysis
and interpretation of data, and predict cause-and-effect relationships,
• The capacity to develop appropriate methodology and tools for data
collection,
• The appropriate use of statistical and other analytical tools and techniques,
• The ability to plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or
investigation, the ability to acquire the understanding of basic research
ethics and skills in practicing/doing ethics in the field/ in personal research
work, regardless of the funding authority or field of study.
PO • Facilitate cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group, act Coordinating/
7 together as a group or a team in the interests of a common cause and work collaborating
efficiently as a member of a team with others
PO • Mapping out the tasks of a team or an organization and setting direction. Leadership
8 • Formulating an inspiring vision and building a team that can help achieve readiness/quali
the vision, motivating and inspiring team members to engage with that ties
vision using management skills to guide people to the right destination.
PO • Acquire new knowledge and skills, including ‘learning how to learn skills, Learning how to
9 that are necessary for pursuing learning activities throughout life, through learn skills
self-paced and self- directed learning aimed at personal development,
meeting economic, social, and cultural objectives, and adapting to changing
trades and demands of the workplace, including adapting to the changes in
work processes in the context of the fourth industrial revolution, through
knowledge/ skill development/reskilling,
• Work independently, identify appropriate resources required for further
learning,
• Acquire organizational skills and time management to set self-defined goals
and targets with timelines.
• Inculcate a healthy attitude to be a lifelong learner
PO • Use ICT in a variety of learning and work situations, Digital and
10 • Access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources, and use technological
skills
appropriate software for analysis of data.
PO • The acquisition of knowledge of the values and beliefs of multiple cultures Multicultural
11 and a global perspective to honour diversity, competence and
• Capability to effectively engage in a multicultural group/society and interact inclusive spirit
respectfully with diverse groups,
• Capability to lead a diverse team to accomplish common group tasks and
goals.
• Gender sensitivity and adopting a gender-neutral approach, as also empathy
for the less advantaged and the differently-abled including those with
learning disabilities.
PO • Embrace and practice constitutional, humanistic, ethical, and moral values Value
12 in life, including universal human values of truth, righteous conduct, peace, inculcation
 love, nonviolence, scientific temper, citizenship values,
• Practice responsible global citizenship required for responding to
contemporary global challenges, enabling learners to become aware of and
understand global issues and to become active promoters of more peaceful,
tolerant, inclusive, secure, and sustainable societies,
• Formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple
perspectives
• Identify ethical issues related to work, and follow ethical practices,
including avoiding unethical behavior such as fabrication, falsification or
misrepresentation of data, or committing plagiarism, and adhering to
intellectual property rights,
• Recognize environmental and sustainability issues, and participate in
actions to promote sustainable development.
• Adopt an objective, unbiased, and truthful actions in all aspects of work,
• Instill integrity and identify ethical issues related to work, and follow ethical
practices
PO • Apply knowledge, understanding, and/or skills with an appropriate degree Autonomy,
13 of independence relevant to the level of the qualification, responsibility,
• Work independently, identify appropriate resources required for a project, and
accountability
and manage a project through to completion,
• Exercise responsibility and demonstrate accountability in applying
knowledge and/or skills in work and/or learning contexts appropriate for the
level of the qualification, including ensuring safety and security at
workplaces.
PO • To demonstrate the acquisition of and ability to apply the knowledge, skills, Environmental
14 attitudes, and values required to take appropriate actions for: awareness and
• Mitigating the effects of environmental degradation, climate change, and action
pollution,
• Effective waste management, conservation of biological diversity,
management of biological resources and biodiversity, forest and wildlife
conservation, and sustainable development and living.
PO • Demonstrate the capability to participate in community-engaged services/ Community
15 activities for promoting the well- being of society engagement
and service
PO • Identify with or understand the perspective, experiences, or points of view Empathy
16 of another individual or group, and to identify and understand other
people’s emotions.