The FLAME Vivekananda Library, with its wide collection of knowledge resources and innovative information services, fills an essential requisite in the intellectual pursuits for our students, faculty and the surrounding community. The library building is an imposing architectural marvel and presents itself as one of the most prominent infrastructural landmarks of the campus.
The library building has a sprawling space of 36,000 sq. ft., with designated areas for different sections, providing the right ambiance for reading and reflection. The library has a collection of books, print journals, magazines along with a range of e-collection material including e-journals, online databases, CD-ROM collection, etc., which are accessible through the institute's network and Wi-Fi.
The library is fully automated using KOHA software. KOHA is a true enterprise-class Integrated Library System with comprehensive functionality including basic and advanced options. It supports full text searching with enhanced catalogue display which can use content from Amazon, Google and Open Library, among others.
The library is RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) enabled. RFID is an innovative technology for automatic identification and tracking of library material. The library is equipped with a “Self Check System” which enhances member privacy and saves time. The member identification and access rights are also controlled by the RFID system.
The library comprises of sections and resources as below:
News room
This section helps students and the community to remain updated on daily happenings. Below is a list of newspapers, magazines & journals subscribed by the library:
| Newspapers | ||
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Business Line |
Indian Exp |
Pudhari |
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Business Standard |
Kesari |
Pune Mirror |
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Dainik Sakal |
Lokmat |
Times of India |
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Economic Times |
Loksatta |
Wall Street Journal |
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Financial Express |
Maharashtra Times |
Wealth |
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Financial Times |
Mint |
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Hindu |
Navabharat |
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Hindustan |
Prabhat |
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| Magazines & Journals | ||
|---|---|---|
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American Cinematography |
Harvard Business Review - US Edition |
Open |
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Asia Pacific Journal Of Management Research And Innovation |
Human Capital |
Outlook |
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Asian Journal Of Management Cases |
IIM Kozhikode Society & Management Review |
Outlook Business |
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Business Perspective And Research |
India Today English |
Paradigm |
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Business Today |
Indian Journal Of Corporate Governance |
PC Quest |
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BW BUSINESSWORLD |
International Journal Of Rural Management |
People Matters |
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Capital Market |
Jindal Journal Of Business Research |
Reader's Digest Magazine |
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Dalal Street Investment Journal |
Journal Of Creating Value |
Review of Agrarian Studies |
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Down to Earth |
Journal Of Emerging Market Finance |
Science, Technology & Society |
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EducationWorld Magazine |
Journal Of Entrepreneurship |
SEDME (Small Enterprises Development, Management & Extension Journal) |
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Emerging Economies Cases Journal |
Journal Of Entrepreneurship And Innovation In Emerging Economies |
South Asian Journal Of Business And Management Cases |
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Emerging Economy Studies |
Journal Of Health Management |
South Asian Journal Of Human Resources Management |
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Fair Observer |
Journal Of Heritage Management |
Sportstar |
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FIIB Business Review |
Journal Of Human Values |
The Caravan |
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Forbes India |
Journal Of Operations & Strategic Planning |
The Economist |
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Foreign Trade Review |
Management And Labour Studies |
Time |
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Fortune India |
Metamorphosis A Journalof Management Research |
Vikalpa : The Journal for Decision Makers |
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Frontline |
National Geographic |
Vision |
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Global Business Review |
NHRD Network Journal |
Week |
Reading rooms
Reading rooms are study spaces made available to the students and the community.
Quiet study carrels
The library provides a choice of study spaces to suit different work preferences including silent study areas.
Courseware section
The courseware section provides ready reference of textbooks and reference material.
Reprographic section
The reprographic section offers photocopying, scanning and printing services.
Student café and lounge
The cafe and lounge gives a refreshing experience for students for short breaks from their intensive study. The facility is designed to provide a gathering place for students, faculty, and staff to encourage interaction and strengthen the learning environment.
Computer lab
The computer lab in the library is the largest open computer lab on campus, with access to various important e-resources.
Discussion rooms
The discussion rooms are a place where users can discuss and work together. Equipment’s such as LCD for media viewing and whiteboards are at the user’s disposal.
Reference section
The reference section houses the library's reference books. These books provide quick and accessible information on any particular topic. Reference books include topics that are intended to guide students in their studies. The reference collection contains information on a wealth of topics, but that information does not typically go into great depth. Reference books include materials such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, bibliographies, and style guides, among others.
Archives
The archives section houses books and material that have gone out of print or are of older versions.