MBAs For All
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Today, tools are very much in
place and organizations on the Internet have been working towards making
e-Learning a reality. Many of them already have such solutions on hand. Distance
education is not a new phenomenon; however, recent technological advancements
have brought about a real time change in the scenario.
In the several instances where traditional modes of education are no longer
convenient, distance learning provides a practical alternative. Some students
drop out of regular or evening colleges because the rigid study schedules clash
with their nine to five jobs which they often take up to support themselves and
their family. Many working professionals cannot skip work, but want to gain new
skills to enable them better jobs.
Distance education is also a boon
to those who want to complete their education after a hiatus. An MBA is regarded
as the most popular business qualification today, not only in India but also
across the globe. The evolution of cross-border trade and liberalization of
economy has brought about stringent competition in professional fields. Not only
business but in offbeat domains of Technology, Science, Environment, Social
Service, etc., a qualification coupled with an MBA degree is a precious asset.
Through distance education,
besides pursuing a full-time career, one can specialize in several fields such
as Marketing (including Advertising), Finance, HR, Business Management, IT,
Family Business, Insurance Management, Operations, Communications, etc., through
part-time or correspondence. Even a Distance Learning MBA pursued via a reputed
university / institute holds significant value. The Centre of Distance Education
provides exhaustive study material, regular practice tests and exercises and
facilitates interactive sessions. A student must ensure though that the
university applied for, is recognized by the All India Centre for Technical
Education (AICTE) and the quality of the study material is sourced from credible
texts.
The duration of Distance Learning
MBA ranges from 1 to 8 years, depending upon the rules and regulations of the
particular university, though the average duration is 3-4 years. Most
universities do provide a tailor-made study plan as per the convenience of the
candidate.
Technology
& Distance Leaming MBA
Initially, the MBA Distance
Learning was conducted via correspondence but in the wake of the E-age,
Internet, Satellites, etc., classes are conducted online with the help of
audio-visual. Whenever possible, seminars and lectures are conducted in
classrooms for one-to-one interaction with professors.
