Department of Y.C.M.O.U. Study Centre
Y.C.M.O.U. Study Centre – Smt. L.R.T. College of Commerce, Akola
Established: 1990
Overview
The Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) Study Centre at our college was established in 1990, thanks to the efforts of former principals Late Shri K.G. Gandhiji and Shri B.S. Chandakji. The center provides flexible, distance learning opportunities for students seeking higher education while balancing other commitments.
Initially, the centre offered B.A. and B.Com courses, with the M.B.A. program introduced in 1993–94 under Dr. N.M. Shah, the first coordinator of the M.B.A. program. Prof. S.R. Upadhyay served as the first coordinator for B.A./B.Com and the first district coordinator of the center from 1993 to 1998.
Though the M.B.A. course was temporarily closed in 2001–02, it was later reinstated under the guidance of Dr. S.G. Chapke, Principal of the college and Director of the center, with the support of the current management.
Programs Offered
The YCMOU Study Centre provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses, including:
- Preparatory Course
- B.A. / B.Com
- M.Com
- M.B.A
- DJ and BJ
- B.Lib / M.Lib
The center accommodates students of all backgrounds, including those without formal qualifications, offering an excellent opportunity for higher education without regular classroom attendance
Student Enrollment & Achievements
In 2018–19, the center recorded remarkable enrollment figures:
- Preparatory Course – 144
- students
- B.A. / B.Com – 1,923
- students
- M.Com – 213 students
- M.B.A – 107 students
- DJ / BJ – 124 students
- B.Lib / M.Lib – 30 students
The university awarded an ‘A’ Grade for B.A. and B.Com courses in recognition of the center’s academic excellence.
Eligibility & Counseling
Minimum age for the preparatory course: 18 years
Minimum knowledge of English is required for B.A. / B.Com courses.
Counseling sessions are conducted every Sunday to support students in their academic journey.
Leadership & Coordination
The center functions effectively under the dynamic leadership of Dr. S.G. Chapke (Principal & Director) and is coordinated by:
- Prof. R.L. Yeul
- Prof. Dr. D.V. Ingle
- Dr. J.H. Lahoti
The YCMOU Study Centre, Akola is recognized as a unique and ideal distance learning center in Maharashtra, helping students achieve their higher education goals while maintaining flexibility.