[Ravuri]

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.

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)

will this be applicable to PGDFM also ?? I am intrested in Finance Management but i like MBA to be awarded.

Ravuri.

[vkg_1979]

Hello friends,
I am interested in distance learning from some good institute. I am looking for a 2 year course and would like to go for a reputable college. Sadly the dates for NMIMS are over, and the only other option I see is IMT-Ghaziabad
Can anyone send some more information about this course.
Do these institues offer any placement help etc.,

[Yoguy]

How is IICT Lucknow correspondence MBA Bumping it up here as didn't get any reply in MBA section...

Any inputs from MBA gurus as to how is the correspondence course from IICT Lucknow. Totally a new name to me but came across many discussion forums like rediff etc where people have recommended it of having good value.
So what say you? Any student from IICT out there?

[bizskool]

Originally Posted by Yoguy

How is IICT Lucknow correspondence MBA Bumping it up here as didn't get any reply in MBA section...

Any inputs from MBA gurus as to how is the correspondence course from IICT Lucknow. Totally a new name to me but came across many discussion forums like rediff etc where people have recommended it of having good value.
So what say you? Any student from IICT out there?

Not known in corporate/industry or academia. avoid.

[aaronsen]

Hi,
I'm an NRI(residing in USA) and a homemaker with a kid.I need some help regd choosing a mba-distance learning institute,which doesnt have an entrance exam,but has value in USA as well as in India.

[xcoolaryan]

Originally Posted by aaronsen

Hi,
I'm an NRI(residing in USA) and a homemaker with a kid.I need some help regd choosing a mba-distance learning institute,which doesnt have an entrance exam,but has value in USA as well as in India.

Spamming :(

Seen same post in two other thread by the user

[ida]

Vis a vis a Two Year Full Time MBA program - "a full fledged" MBA, there are three distinct offerings available in the market today:

1. Pure Distance learning - IGNOU. You get study material at home which you read and then write exams at centres all over the country. Popular amongst govt officers and armed forces personnel as it provides a qualification from a central university. Wont get you anywhere in the job market.

2. Part time MBAs. known as 'executive MBAs' in many institutes. Classes held in evening and weekends. For experienced professionals who cannot quit there current jobs. An alternative to full time MBA but does not offer placement opportunities. In my view cannot replace a full time classroom program - the candidates actual experience over those 3 years is more crucial in providing the next break. Cannot be used to change industries.

3. 1 year Full Time "Executive MBAs" - A good solution compared to part time as it provides you a campus environment and candidates come from across the country - unlike in (2) where they necessarily must be based in the city of the institute. Require hefty experience and pockets. Institutes claim that these are as good as the 2 year programs.

In my view - (1) and (2) are at best compromise solutions to practical difficulties in ones career and location constraints. They are basically add-ons to what the candidate has to build in his career. Option (3) is a good one but is yet to gain mainstream acceptance in the industry. Once the programs mature i bet these will become as high profile as the 2 year courses.

[aaronsen]

Thanks,I just shortlisted some institutes like-Amity,SCDL,Tasmac.Any comments?

[bizskool]

Originally Posted by aaronsen

Thanks,I just shortlisted some institutes like-Amity,SCDL,Tasmac.Any comments?

SCDL commands some respect in corporate India for ppl with work-exp. AMity and TASMAC dont--are not popular enough. None of these command anything in US.

[aaronsen]

But SCDL gives a PGDBM Diploma while Amity gives a MBA degree,and in USA there is no value of a PGDBM Diploma.So any suggestions if I start my career in USA?I have no work exp.