YashwantRao Chavan Open University (YCMOU)

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:

1. Ph.D programs in
Communication
Educational Communication and
Distance Education
2. Master's Degree in
Arts
Science
Commerce
Business Administration
Education (M.Ed)
Library and Information Science
communication
Educational Communication
3. Bachelor's Degree in
Education(B.Ed for in service teachers)
Arts
Commerce
Library Science
4. 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
5.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 : ycmou@vsnl.com
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