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Life Skills for BCA & BCom Students

The 'Life Skills and Value Education' course aims to develop essential life skills, ethical values, and social responsibility among BCA and BCom students through lectures and activities. The course covers topics such as self-awareness, effective communication, and professional ethics, with specific modules designed to enhance personal growth and emotional intelligence. Upon completion, students are expected to demonstrate improved decision-making, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to civic participation.

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Life Skills for BCA & BCom Students

The 'Life Skills and Value Education' course aims to develop essential life skills, ethical values, and social responsibility among BCA and BCom students through lectures and activities. The course covers topics such as self-awareness, effective communication, and professional ethics, with specific modules designed to enhance personal growth and emotional intelligence. Upon completion, students are expected to demonstrate improved decision-making, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to civic participation.

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Course Title: Life Skills and Value Education

Course Type: Elective / Add-on Course (Non-Computer)

Target Group: BCA & BCom Students (All Semesters)

Mode: Lecture + Activity-Based

Course Objectives:

 Develop core life skills for personal growth, emotional balance, and social
interaction.
 Instil strong ethical values and professional integrity.
 Encourage mindfulness, empathy, and resilience.
 Promote socially responsible and value-based behaviour in all aspects of
life.

Course Outcomes:

 Identify and apply essential life skills such as decision-making, critical


thinking, and stress management.
 Demonstrate mindfulness and emotional intelligence in daily life.
 Exhibit ethical decision-making and professional conduct.
 Communicate effectively and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships.
 Recognize the importance of values, social responsibility, and civic
participation.

Detailed Syllabus:
Module 1: Introduction to Life Skills

1.1 Concept and significance of life skills


1.2 Types of life skills – thinking, social, emotional, and practical skills
1.3 WHO’s 10 Core Life Skills framework
1.4 Relationship between life skills, employability, and success
1.5 Self-assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses

Learning Outcome:

Students will gain awareness about key life skills and understand how these skills
help them succeed in studies, relationships, and future jobs.

Module 2: Self-Awareness and Mindfulness

2.1 Understanding the self: personality, emotions, and attitudes


2.2 Building self-esteem and confidence
2.3 Stress and anger management techniques
2.4 Introduction to mindfulness and meditation practices
2.5 Emotional intelligence – recognizing and managing emotions

Learning Outcome:
Students will develop self-control, focus, and emotional balance through
reflective and mindfulness exercises.

Module 3: Ethics and Values in Professional Life

3.1 Meaning and importance of ethics and values


3.2 Core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, compassion, and integrity
3.3 Ethics in workplace and technology
3.4 Ethical decision-making models and real-life dilemmas
3.5 Professional ethics: punctuality, teamwork, confidentiality

Learning Outcome:
Students will learn to apply moral reasoning and ethical judgment in
professional and personal contexts.
Module 4: Effective Communication & Interpersonal Skills

4.1 Elements of effective communication


4.2 Verbal and non-verbal communication
4.3 Listening skills and empathy
4.4 Assertiveness and conflict resolution
4.5 Teamwork and collaboration in diverse environments

Learning Outcome:
Students will develop confidence, clarity, and empathy in professional
communication and teamwork.

Module 5: Life Balance and Social Responsibility

5.1 Importance of work-life balance


5.2 Social and civic responsibilities of youth
5.3 Volunteerism and community service
5.4 Sustainable living and environmental consciousness
5.5 Developing empathy and social harmony

Learning Outcome:
Students will recognize the value of social contribution and balanced living.

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