A. N. College, Patna

The Department of L.S.W was established in the year 1985. The department is housed in the "L.S.W. Block". It imparts Post graduate Degree in L.S.W. The department also facilitates researches and has a well stocked library.
The pass out students have good placement records.

The Department of Personnel Management and Industrial Relations (LSW - Labour and Social Welfare) at A.N. College, Patna, is equipped with specialized infrastructure to support academic learning, research, and practical training in human resource management, labour laws, and industrial relations. The department provides:

1. Academic and Research Facilities

• Smart Classrooms: Interactive digital boards and audio-visual aids for case-study-based learning on labour laws, HR policies, and industrial psychology.
• Departmental Library: A dedicated collection of books, journals, and reports on labour welfare, industrial disputes, and social security laws, including Indian Labour Codes, ILO publications, and HRM research papers.
• Computer Lab: With statistical software (SPSS, Excel) for data analysis in workforce studies and industrial relations research.

2. Training and Practical Exposure

• Mock Interview & Counseling Rooms: Simulated corporate environments for HR role-plays, grievance handling, and negotiation exercises.
• Seminar Hall: For guest lectures by industry HR experts, labour officers, and trade union leaders.
• Legal & Compliance Lab: Reference materials on Factory Acts, Minimum Wages Act, EPF, and ESI regulations for practical legal training.

3. Fieldwork and Industry Collaboration

• Industry Visits & Internships: Tie-ups with Bihar Labour Department, factories, and corporate HR firms for real-world exposure.
• Social Welfare Projects: Community engagement programs with NGOs and labour unions to study informal sector challenges.

4. Digital and Research Support

• E-Learning Access: Subscriptions to HR analytics tools, online labour law databases, and industrial relations case studies.
• Placement & Career Cell: Dedicated support for HR roles in corporate, PSUs, and government labour departments.

With these facilities, the LSW Department at A.N. College ensures a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on HR training, preparing students for careers in corporate HR, labour administration, and social welfare organizations.