Yashwant Rao Chavan Open University

Yashwant Rao Chavan Open University (YCMOU) came into being in July 1989 by an act promulgated by the Maharashtra State Legislature. It is the 5th Open University of India. Situated in Nasik, it has jurisdiction over the whole of Maharashtra. YCMOU carries on its functions through 8 regional centers located in cities like Amaravati, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik and Pune. It also has about 1400 study centers all over the state.

Around 200 different courses are offered in this institute in three languages namely English, Hindi and Marathi. There are 4 lacs registered students and every year about 1 lacs students enroll for pursuing higher studies. Keeping with the trends of open universities, this university is also flexible with regards to eligibility and admission, but strict rules are follower regarding examinations.

Schools of Study at YCMOU

The Schools of Study and divisions of YCMOU providing academic programs include -

  • Academic Services Division
  • School of Agricultural Science
  • School of Commerce and management
  • School of Computer Science
  • School of Continuing Education
  • School of Education
  • School of Human and Social sciences
  • School of Health Sciences
  • School of Science and Technology

Courses at YCMOU

These divisions and Schools offer the following courses:

Ph.D programs in

  • Communication
  • Educational Communication and
  • Distance Education

Master's Degree in

  • Arts
  • Science
  • Commerce
  • Business Administration
  • Education (M.Ed)
  • Library and Information Science
  • communication
  • Educational Communication

Bachelor's Degree in

  • Education(B.Ed for in service teachers)
  • Arts
  • Commerce
  • Library Science

Diploma in

  • Computerized Business Computing
  • Office Automation
  • Advance Software Technology
  • Computer Operations
  • Office Services
  • Technology for Exports
  • School Management
  • Computer Technology
  • Communication Engineering
  • Instrumentation Engineering
  • Industrial Electronics
  • Fruit Production
  • Vegetable Production
  • Floriculture & Landscape Gardening

Certificate courses in

  • B.Ed/B.P.Ed.Third Method
  • Programming in C
  • Programming in Foxpro
  • Word Processing (word)
  • spreadsheets (Excel)
  • PC Data bases Programming
  • DTP
  • CAD
  • Computerized Financial Accounting
  • Word Star
  • Computer Basics
  • Engineering Vocation: Mason, Plumber, Fitter (General), Two Wheeler Mechanics, Domestic Wireman,Lathe Operator, Radio & Tape-recorder
  • Industrial Painting Technician
  • Journalism
  • Preparatory for entry to degree

Administrative Official at YCMOU

The topmost administrative official of the University is the Vice Chancellor. He is followed by the Pro-vice chancellor, Executive Directors, Directors of School Studies. These personnel are followed by teachers and librarians.

Address:
 Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University
 Dnyangangotri, Near Gangapur Dam,
Nashik-4222 222, MS, India
Phone: +91-253-2231714, 2231715
Fax: +91-253-2230270, 2241716
E-mail : [email protected]
Related Link: http://www.ycmou.com/cms/

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