[vishalg]

iv just given my final year xams of bachelor of business economics,delhi university.i havnt yet decided of wat to do as a regular course( dat decision includes rejection in cat n from oder institutes).n im also looking for going to ths usa where 16 year education gives me a chance to apply to more number of schools.so i i want 2 pursue an mba that gives me 16 years eduction n along with which i can either pursue a regular course or do a job.

[vishalg]

iv just given my final year xams of bachelor of business economics,delhi university.i havnt yet decided of wat to do as a regular course( dat decision includes rejection in cat n from oder institutes).n im also looking for going to ths usa where 16 year education gives me a chance to apply to more number of schools.so i i want 2 pursue an mba that gives me 16 years eduction n along with which i can either pursue a regular course or do a job.

well mayb u think dat im thinkin too much but another thing which is in my mind is CFA ,us,aimr.so even to do that i need 16 years of eductaion and that too from a govt recognised clg.so that the problm im facing .

i hope the lannguage was better ,i tried.

[rajatc]

If you have done a bachelor's course then you have already covered 15 years of college study, assuming that the bachelor's was for 3 years and not 2.

MBA does not seem to be the right answer for what you have in Mind. Instead, I would suggest researching a little more. The problem that you are facing should be very common place. I am no GURU, but I can think of two solutions:
1. Try to search for a 1 year diploma in a field of your interest. This will not only add to your resume, but also complete the 16 year requirement and also save you a year, instead of going in for a full time MBA!!! There will be TONS of diplomas that can be attained through Distance Learning, like the IMT we have discussed earlier. Still, as you are young and you will get to learn a lot more as you grow, I would strongly recommend against an MBA. They are meant to broaden the horizon. It should not act as a filler course. Though I dont blame you, as MBA is the most easily available course right now!!!. I know of a few universities that offer distance learning:
a. IGNOU
b. ICFAI
c. Sikkim Manipal University
d. Amity

Try to research a little. I am sure in the next 5 days, if you spend 3-4 hours per day on this, you will find the EXACT filler course that you were looking for. it would be really smart on your pocket as well. Also, consult friends and family about all this. They too will definitely have some gainful insights.

2. If this is the reason for pursing an extra year of education, you should look at all the possibilities that US offers. Not only can you apply for a job there, you can also study from a small university for that filler course. But, this will be much more expensive in fiscal terms. I have tried to research a lot in the US and have come to this conclusion that the education there is terribly over priced when compared to India. Especially when compared to disctance learning like this.


Bottom line is - Dont do MBA!! Do a 1 year DIPLOMA in a subject of YOUR INTEREST from a university offering Distance Learning

[vishalg]

thnkz a lottt .uv been a gr8 help. well i was talkin of usa 4 a regular course n not 4 a distance learning.

anoder query is dat is sumtimes a specilised degree in 2 fields considered a bar since it is like u dont no the field u want 2 get in.i mean a person can be interested in 2 fields .like finance mktng or nything.when he has specialised in both the problems is there somethin that goes against him.
also idf a person wants to change tracks then he can switch to the other specialisation or even work in tandem in both fields.ithink i havnt xplained this very well.i hope u get wat im trying to say.

[rajatc]

Originally Posted by vishalg

thnkz a lottt .uv been a gr8 help. well i was talkin of usa 4 a regular course n not 4 a distance learning.

By the way, I know you dont want to do a part time course in US. What I was trying to say is that if you are studying there, you can always explain that by taking up another course or credit over the period of your degree tenure, you are trying to make up for the 16th year of education. Their system is not rigid in these matters like ours. But that should be beside the point. If you are trying to attempt for CAT this time around, I would suggest you take up the Filler course immediately.

Originally Posted by vishalg

anoder query is dat is sumtimes a specilised degree in 2 fields considered a bar since it is like u dont no the field u want 2 get in.i mean a person can be interested in 2 fields .like finance mktng or nything.when he has specialised in both the problems is there somethin that goes against him.
also idf a person wants to change tracks then he can switch to the other specialisation or even work in tandem in both fields.ithink i havnt xplained this very well.i hope u get wat im trying to say.

Okay Vishal,
Lets attemp to solve your second dilemma.

I know that this can be a problem in some institutes. But this will entirely depend on you!!! The way you position it is the key. They will instinctively feel that this was done as a filler course, and no doubt it was!! But, and that's why i said choose a field of your interest, the manner in which you explain the details of the course should eradicate all their doubts.

See. Put yourself in their shoes. They see 1000 applicants each week or so. They knw what is real and what is fake. I am rajat, and I go to the admission commite and try to fumble and mumble my way out of an uneasy situation, cause I never was interested in the damn course to begin with.

Now you, Vishal, goes in. He explains that while a basic bachelor's degree was a must, he went in with an extra year of education to satiate his appetite for something he has been fascinated by since childhood. So probably you were really really fascinated by photography, and took a year diploma on it and learnt a TON!! When you are interested ina subject, its really funny how time seems to swish by. When you talk on this subject, you will MAKE THEM FEEL that its a passion that you are well versed with.

Please do not make this course as another opportunity to do finance or marketing. I know photography might not be right, but you could definitely pursue environment, phsychology, ecology, etc...

END - You need to be carefree and joyful when actually explaining to someone what you did for the filler year. Trust me, nowadays, ADCOMS have realised that being different is not a stigma. Its now a gold mine and you need to excavate the damn thing!!!

All the best dude.....

EDITED

About working in the two fields, remember, something that you learn, will never ever ditch you. It will be useful sometime somewhere when you least expected it. E.g. - You learnt photography, for years you reaped no benefit. Ultimately, you're 35, go to a meeting for some upcoming technology. You find that the CEO of another company is just as avid a fan of photography as you. And he sees your passion for things you love and BAM!!! GOLDEN MINE just burst open!!!

PS - Umexpected Things happen when least expected!!! Rajat's LAW!!!

[vishalg]

fantastic thankx a lot man.uv been gr8.
iv hav sum imporatnt questions regarding dis ill get 2 u as soon as something materialises.
thnkxxxa lot again

[rajatc]

Welcome Pal!!
At least now you write in a legible manner!!!

[bizskool]

IIMA has a 1 yr. exec prgrm full time, so do XL. taught by same faculty on campus. IIMB gives fleximode 10m exec program for 5yrs plus managerial exp, either on campus or reliance webworld in most major cities. ppl can choose, gud fr travelling execs. any PuY with exp willing to apply to IIMA, B, C or XL shd keep chkng the sites..seats get filled day1/day 2 (same as their plcmts) with 50-100 waitlists running. plus thr is scrng in A & B by the concened admission prof. to maintail level of interaction and disc they prefer ppl from better co.s.

[rajadiintl]

Originally Posted by bizskool

IIMA has a 1 yr. exec prgrm full time, so do XL. taught by same faculty on campus. IIMB gives fleximode 10m exec program for 5yrs plus managerial exp, either on campus or reliance webworld in most major cities. ppl can choose, gud fr travelling execs. any PuY with exp willing to apply to IIMA, B, C or XL shd keep chkng the sites..seats get filled day1/day 2 (same as their plcmts) with 50-100 waitlists running. plus thr is scrng in A & B by the concened admission prof. to maintail level of interaction and disc they prefer ppl from better co.s.

Hi ,

If u look at distance learning courses or part time MBA, some of the best that we have in Maharashtra are

NMIMS and JBIMS. Other than these 2 , I have been outta touch, plz excuse, none have impressed biz aspirants

[rajadiintl]

Originally Posted by Rohittela

Hello Guys,
So after undergoing a lot of confusion and trauma regarding which distance learning course to join, I have finalised on taking up the 2-year PGDBM from NMIMS distance education. There were various reasons for it:

1.) NMIMS is a very good brand name
2.) The fees for the whole program would come close to 30K (fairly cheap)
3.) They are planning to come up with a 1-year course which can be done after completing a 2-year PGDBM, and after successful completion they will award an MBA degree (This thing is however yet in the pipeline..so let it be)
4.) It is approved by the Distance Education Council (DEC). For more info check: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/a...how/408551.cms
5.) Admission through NMAT (Rs.1100), so better quality of students (hopefully ;-))

Whats not so attractive about NMIMS:
1.) More theoratical course-content.
2.) Study Centres only in Maharashtra.

Why I did not choose ICFAI Flexible Education MBA:

1.) The MAIN thing was the Legal issues and speculations (about its status revocation) with the only other course I was thinking of. (Especially with me being a Maharashtra Candidate..). I have written to them seeking more clarification, but yet to get a reply. Students are advised to read their disclosure properly (at http://www.icfai.org/icfe/) before taking any steps.

2.) Very expensive. In installment mode, without the coaching classes, the course would set you back by a handsome 80K (68.5 K fees+ 8K for Exams (group C onwards) + 4K for E-Learning package (group C onwards) + 1K (Icfai Alumni) + 1.5K per year after first two years.)

Whats good about ICFAI Flexible Education MBA:

1.) A very decent course content.
2.) Exams centres spread across India.
3.) E-Learning packages.
4.) Placement Assistance (Incase...), but at a price (Rs.4.5K)

So after consciously evaluating the above I have decided this. Do post your queries/suggestions if any.

Regards,
Rohit.

hi
GR8 decision making. Will pay off in the future

Regards