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.,

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/articleshow/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.

sandeep, MTech is a practical course. Lab oriented courses shd not be done from distance education--it may not help. try MS from BITS, pilani. they have correspondence/contact schedules. entry is screened.

Hello PAGALs

Can anyone tell me about Correspondance M Tech. in Punjab from any University, Its very urgent.
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Sandeep

hey buddies

em a final yr B. Tech(ce) student....i m also planning to do mba (correspondence/distance)....cud nebdy of u plz help me out n guide me regarding the gud institutes..n one thing more, i hv got placed in a well known mnc in ncr...so if there is ne gud institute nearby, i cn also plan for part-time mba...
please reply,if u do hv ne info...

In Indian scenario, degree is always considered high when compared to diploma. Only a Recognized University, and institutes/organizations affiliated by the recognized universities can offer degree courses. Its same for diplomas too, but Private institutions dont need to get any affiliation before awarding a diploma.

Degree means that the course complies with that approved in the university.

So, when you talk about IIM's giving diploma's, its only their reputation that adds value. They give diplomas because they want their course to be dynamic and as per the industry standards. This is possible only without affiliation to any university.

Now about education, in distance learning/ eLearning it would matter least, and I see all options are equivalent, so why not a degree !! Still it depends on the course content and service quality given by the instituions, amity or imt.

Let me know if you get any further information on this

Hi guys !

I am crashing here after a long time !
Well, after a lot of discussions and brain storming, I have finally enrolled for distance learning programme from IMT Ghaziabad:satisfie:

The session is gonna start from mid of August. So who else has joined the distnace learning MBA ?? This is just a starting, I have a long way to go....

I would appreciate if those who are already doing their distance MBA, can share their experiences on this platform.

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The information you are giving me is very old now. The recent status of Amity is that its itself a university now, and doesn't need any recognition, or affiliation. Check this:-

http://www.amity.edu/amityuniversity/univStatus.asp
The Amity University has been enacted by the UP State legislature under the "Amity University Uttar Pradesh Act, 2005" and notified through Government of Uttar Pradesh Gazette Notification No. 403/VII-V-1-1(Ka) 1/2005 dated March 24, 2005.

You are correct about IIM's but IMT is not IIM. And in distance learning/ elearning, still degree by a university is better than any diploma. And, I'm only interested for eLearning course because I travel frequently.
The best option I tell you is the new 1 year certificate courses for executives by IIMs through Hughes Directway, but that's part time.

I've recently done a lot of study in eLearning MBA in India. Only thing I wanted is the real face of things.

Best Regards

:-).. then you yourself have done enough research to know which is the right path. But, please do let us know how a degree is better? In what sense does it add to the education?

The information you are giving me is very old now. The recent status of Amity is that its itself a university now, and doesn't need any recognition, or affiliation. Check this:-

http://www.amity.edu/amityuniversity/univStatus.asp
The Amity University has been enacted by the UP State legislature under the "Amity University Uttar Pradesh Act, 2005" and notified through Government of Uttar Pradesh Gazette Notification No. 403/VII-V-1-1(Ka) 1/2005 dated March 24, 2005.

You are correct about IIM's but IMT is not IIM. And in distance learning/ elearning, still degree by a university is better than any diploma. And, I'm only interested for eLearning course because I travel frequently.
The best option I tell you is the new 1 year certificate courses for executives by IIMs through Hughes Directway, but that's part time.

I've recently done a lot of study in eLearning MBA in India. Only thing I wanted is the real face of things.

Best Regards

Hello Rajat,

I've read the interesting information you have posted about imt and amity.

My query was also revolving round the same. I'm also looking for an e-Learning MBA Course for completing my 16 yrs education, getting a mba degree. And the options I finalized were IMT and Amity. I've already ruled out symbiosis, icfai, nmims, etc. IMT is no doubt good, but problem is that it has stopped offering degrees now (earlier it used to give degrees through vidya sagar university). And, Amity is now itself a university in UP, and is offering MBA degree in 2years through e-Learning.

So, IMT will give a diploma whereas u can get an executive MBA degree from Amity.

For me, I've 7 yrs of work ex. in software and am already a manager with top indian mnc. My education background is BCom/BCA/Three years course from Aptech.

I would be interested to know ur insights on this.

Best Regards

Hi DG,
I have been a little out of touch with the distance learning arena lately, and this is news to me that IMT has stopped giving degrees.

Now to come back to your profile. The profile looks and feels solid. There is a difference between e-learning and distance learning. The former is going to be conducted online, whereas the latter is sort of a self paced course, where you might need access to some distance learning center of the university.

The IMT e-learning course is 2 years vis-a-vis the distance learning being 3 years. You have an advantage in terms of time there. Secondly, coming to the diploma/degree war, i feel that the degrees have been over-rated. In the sense that even IIM's only offer diplomas and not degrees.

IMT has been expanding steadily. In that regard, it has a better global outlook than Amity. PLUS, we all know that AMITY has already been involved in a few shady acts with the AICTE.

QUOTE -
The All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) has decided to withdraw approval for conduct of PGDM (full time) and PGDM (part time) courses to Amity Business School Noida, from the academic year 2005-06. Consequent upon withdrawal of AICTE approval, the Council decided to transfer and distribute the students already admitted in the Amity Business School, among other approved institutions in the nearby locality.

The decision has been taken after the Expert Committees of AICTE visited Amity Business School of Noida on several occasions during the last few years and show cause notices had been issued for violating norms and standards set by the Council. Expert Committees visited Amity Business School, Noida recently on July 27, 2005 and August 5, 2005 and found serious deficiencies and violation of Norms and Standards.
The full story can be found at
http://pib.nic.in/release/release.asp?relid=12056

-UNQUOTE


The REAL reson why you dont get to read about this in the bigger newspapers is the ad revenue they generate. So ... its my advice to everyone to be careful when dealing with Amity.

Cheers...

Hello Rajat,

I've read the interesting information you have posted about imt and amity.

My query was also revolving round the same. I'm also looking for an e-Learning MBA Course for completing my 16 yrs education, getting a mba degree. And the options I finalized were IMT and Amity. I've already ruled out symbiosis, icfai, nmims, etc. IMT is no doubt good, but problem is that it has stopped offering degrees now (earlier it used to give degrees through vidya sagar university). And, Amity is now itself a university in UP, and is offering MBA degree in 2years through e-Learning.

So, IMT will give a diploma whereas u can get an executive MBA degree from Amity.

For me, I've 7 yrs of work ex. in software and am already a manager with top indian mnc. My education background is BCom/BCA/Three years course from Aptech.

I would be interested to know ur insights on this.

Best Regards

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).
Regards,
Rohit.

Thank so much Rohit. You have helped my dilemma. I wasn't sure where would i get time to do a part time MBA. SP Jain opened its branch in Dubai, but with family and job its kinda too hectic to manage. Now I was thinking of NMIM and just applied to the course. Hopefully I should be able to get just in time.

By the way, what are the merits from a Distance learning. Will it enhance my job prospects if I choose to shift my current job? Do people still scrown upon an online / distance MBA program?

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/articleshow/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

bizskool Says

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

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.

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

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

vishalg Says

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.

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!!!:D

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.

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

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.

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.

i want 2 pursue imt distance learning diploma of 1 yr .wat i want 2 know is dat frm wich university r dese distance learning courses affiliated.coz sum r frm west bengal university n sum of dem r not mentioned.dere is no info about 1 year diplomas affiliation.if a person is into some other full time course den its it better 2 go 4 symbi MBA (distnce learning :wich iv heard is easy) or imt wich is pretty strict wid assignments n all( im assuming Dis wid d kinda info dey hav given on d site)
plz help

I really REAAALLLY want to, but dont write in SMS tongue.

AS on of the mods put it, we dont charge you for the number of characters you write!!!

Yeah they are from different UNI's. The best way is to call up IMT themselves. They had stopped admission for the last sem pretty early due to seat constraints. Plus they admit twice every year!!
How old are YOU??
Please post your profile if you want some good suggestions from us!! Also, what course are you doing full time and what's the hurry for a distance learning MBA???

EDITED

Saw u'r 20 years!! What's the hurry pal?? Distance learning.... needs to explained as you go ahead in your career and want to change or do another MBA!!
Unless of course that age is not the real one!!!

i want 2 pursue imt distance learning diploma of 1 yr .wat i want 2 know is dat frm wich university r dese distance learning courses affiliated.coz sum r frm west bengal university n sum of dem r not mentioned.dere is no info about 1 year diplomas affiliation.if a person is into some other full time course den its it better 2 go 4 symbi MBA (distnce learning :wich iv heard is easy) or imt wich is pretty strict wid assignments n all( im assuming Dis wid d kinda info dey hav given on d site)
plz help

Thanks for the link, RMBT!!!
i wasn't aware of IIMC!!!

@quantum_dot...IIMC also has 1 yr prog of MBA....U can post ur queries on the following thread
http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/b-school-discussions-mba-abroad/13114-iim-calcutta-pgpex.html

Well I would like to know more about 1 yr full time course. May be somebody can throw light on this !!! Is there any entrance for this 1 yr programme ? or guys like me with 6 yrs of exp can directly jump into that.


thanks

Pal...if you want to gom for part time , then go for IMT Gzbad....
Else these days various B-schools have started 1 yr prog for which you have to appear in the respective enterance exam....

Like, IIM A, XLRI, SP JAin, ISB are the few reputed institutes having option of 1yr programme...U can visit there website to find the details.

IMT is better, Any day!!!
Plus AFAIK, IMT provides distance learning in 2 flavours. The first is the classroom seesssions that one takes up. The other is completely online. You only go to the centers for the exams.

So that gives you even more flexibility. But before going in for one of these, I hope you have given the full time option a real good thought.

With 6 years of exp, i must say, there is quite a good chance of you getting into the 1 year full time MBA colleges. But the chances depend on the profile. THink it over, and if you wanna know our opinions, then post your complete profile:
1. School
2. College
3. Work-Ex
4. International Exposure
5. Extra Curr.

All the best....

Well I would like to know more about 1 yr full time course. May be somebody can throw light on this !!! Is there any entrance for this 1 yr programme ? or guys like me with 6 yrs of exp can directly jump into that.

Just now I have spoken to a representative of IMT Ghaziabad. The last date of admission is 10th July, so I have still some time with me before zeroing on to IMT ! Meanwhile I would also like to explore ICFAI option. It seems they are offering a MBA in IT field. Am not sure abt that, gotta check up !

Well as far as mine background is concerned, I am B.TEch in electronics, passed out in year 1999, after that I joned DRDO as scientist. and then currently I have joined a MNC working in embedded electronics.

So I am looking for a MBA course which can enhance my prospects in future. Thats why I am more intereseted in something related to IT or software.

Following are the benefits which i see in IMT:
- its very flexible, upto 6 yrs of time to complete 3yrs PGDBM course !:)
- its nearby ! being Delhi based the proximity has a phsycological affect also
- they have weekend classes running on Sundays ! (will have to miss my parties !)
- the course contents seems to be manageable !

Please let me know ur comments on this :2gunfire:

thanks

Thanks for the prompt reply.

Today I was browsing info about Distance MBA course from Amity. Even though it is not approved by AICTE, but still it seems, the course is now affiliated by some U.P. Univ. Does this mean that one can safely go for it ? Ofcourse in my understanding IMT Ghaziabad is still a better choice than Amity. Please correct me if I am wrong.

IMT is better, Any day!!!
Plus AFAIK, IMT provides distance learning in 2 flavours. The first is the classroom seesssions that one takes up. The other is completely online. You only go to the centers for the exams.

So that gives you even more flexibility. But before going in for one of these, I hope you have given the full time option a real good thought.

With 6 years of exp, i must say, there is quite a good chance of you getting into the 1 year full time MBA colleges. But the chances depend on the profile. THink it over, and if you wanna know our opinions, then post your complete profile:
1. School
2. College
3. Work-Ex
4. International Exposure
5. Extra Curr.

All the best....

rmbt Says

If wou are talking abt SCDL(symbiosis) then go for IMT Ghaziabad dist prog!!

Thanks for the prompt reply.

Today I was browsing info about Distance MBA course from Amity. Even though it is not approved by AICTE, but still it seems, the course is now affiliated by some U.P. Univ. Does this mean that one can safely go for it ? Ofcourse in my understanding IMT Ghaziabad is still a better choice than Amity. Please correct me if I am wrong.

Hi buddies !

I am based in Delhi and working since 6 yrs. Desperately interested in distance MBA course this year. Can anyone suggest me which Institute is better --> Symbiosis or IMT Ghaziabad for distance MBA course.

Thanks in advance for ur suggestions and help
:)

If wou are talking abt SCDL(symbiosis) then go for IMT Ghaziabad dist prog!!

Hi buddies !

I am based in Delhi and working since 6 yrs. Desperately interested in distance MBA course this year. Can anyone suggest me which Institute is better --> Symbiosis or IMT Ghaziabad for distance MBA course.

Thanks in advance for ur suggestions and help
:)

hi thr
i m jus t giving u a brief idea about the 360 flexible learning program offered by ICFAI:

The MBA Program of Icfai offers 360 flexibility in learning. It broadens your business acumen and sharpens your analytical insights. The unique combination of both Indian and international perspectives and the general management focus will give you an edge in your career progression and will prepare you to act effectively as a manager in the ever-changing business environment.
The Flexible features include:
Any time - Any place learning
Quality Courseware
e-Learning package
Training classes
Case-based learning
Continuous Learning inputs
Web support
Electives in Nine disciplines : Marketing, Finance, HRM, Operations, IT & Systems, International Business, Banking, Insurance & Investments
Examinations 4 times a year at over 130 Test Centers
Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) facility
Internships and Special Placement Program
Life-long benefits through Edwintage scheme.


ELIGIBILITY Graduates (any discipline)

so if then also u find any problem than do contact me
my mail id is jagan_varshney@rediffmail.com

can u guys make out the pitfalls of SCDL edu? as the pros & cons of icfai r listed ... can ny1 provide pros & cons of trying out SCDL?

@rmbt
Check out the course contents of NM and SCDL at their respective websites and www.scdl.net . Check out how they will map to your profile. They can be of help if you have workexperience and are not looking very much for placements after the course is over. Comparatively, I found NM to be better than SCDL. I have already addressed the issues with ICFAI in my earlier post.

But you are late for NM this spring. They have another round of admission in nov-dec.

SCDL has:
1.) Simple course content (Do read the thread at www.nmimsonline.org and www.scdl.net . Check out how they will map to your profile. They can be of help if you have workexperience and are not looking very much for placements after the course is over. Comparatively, I found NM to be better than SCDL. I have already addressed the issues with ICFAI in my earlier post.

But you are late for NM this spring. They have another round of admission in nov-dec.

SCDL has:
1.) Simple course content (Do read the thread at [url=http://in.rediff.com/getahead/2006/may/30msg.htm)
2.) Fully objective-online examinations.
3.) Very cheap at Rs.25K for two years (to be paid in installments ;-))
4.) Recognized by DEC, Delhi.
5.) The Symbi brand name, ofcourse.
6.) No Entrance. But still need to purchase the prospecuts for RS.900
7.) Option to choose specialization even later in the course, unlike NM.

It could be a good course in the Distance Learning domain.

Great to know that you have enrolled for NMIMS.All the best.
If you have any information regarding SCDL ,do post it(like you have done for NM & ICFAI)!!
THanks!

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/articleshow/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.

@ Tumtum...Thanks for enlightning me....The point is was trying to make was there are already threads on distance learning programme....Also, i had posted a link for ICFAI distance learning programme(which she is looking as one of the options).......Thought she would do better if it was a part time & could add more to her profile.

Ok..for the wrong links i had posted i have edited the same!!

this tumtum made a complete mess of your post. he just killed your discussion. you had to eat your own words......shame shame rmbt.
better come prepared next time and dont speak if you dont know anything u moorkh baalak

Well RMBT,

first get the basics right.
Part-time MBA is NOT the same as a Distance Learning course.

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@ Tumtum...Thanks for enlightning me....The point is was trying to make was there are already threads on distance learning programme....Also, i had posted a link for ICFAI distance learning programme(which she is looking as one of the options).......Thought she would do better if it was a part time & could add more to her profile.

Ok..for the wrong links i had posted i have edited the same!!

http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/career-discussions/16038-part-time-mba.html
http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/b-school-student-discussions/4047-icfai-distance-education-plan.html
http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/career-discussions/15006-3-year-part-time-mba.html
check out the above mentioned thread.Use the search option before starting a thread.
Do read the newbie's thread and the basic rules thread

Well RMBT,

first get the basics right.
Part-time MBA is NOT the same as a Distance Learning course.

There is a difference. In part time MBA, you attend lectures daily in the evening, you do assignments and projects, you submit research thesis (all of which are graded) and finally you give end term- exams. Evaluation is both internal and through a term-end examinations. Generally the tenure of such courses is 3 years.

Opposed to that in a distance education setting , you study at your leisure and just give end-term exams. Thery may be or may not be "contact classes" for all subjects, which again is not the case with a part-time MBA. Another thing, there is no fixed duration in these distance courses. THough they specify the duration as 2 years, it wholly and solely depends on how fast you pass the exams.

So, RMBT bhai, before referring a person to any particular thread, just see what is discussed in it and whether it makes any sense to you that you refer it to some other person or not.

Regards,

Tumtum.

http://www.pagalguy.com/forum/b-school-student-discussions/4047-icfai-distance-education-plan.html
check out the above mentioned thread.Use the search option before starting a thread.
Do read the newbie's thread and the basic rules thread