Download to read offline
Uploaded byStudy HelpDesk
Mba
The document discusses different types of MBA programs, including full-time, part-time, executive, distance learning, and flexible MBAs. It provides details on the typical structure and duration of each program, as well as their advantages and disadvantages. For example, it notes that full-time MBAs are typically two years and allow for high interaction, but are also long and expensive. Part-time programs allow students to work while attending school but place strain on studies. The document also provides context on the origins of MBAs and PGDM programs in India.
More Related Content
Mba
- 1. MBA (Master of Business Administration) Submittedby: Samant Sharma
- 2. What is anMBA? The MBA (Master of Business Administration) is an internationally recognized post-graduate and post- experience academic course in a number of subjects that help us to know about the business dynamics. An MBA is about learning to work with people, because it is the people who run businesses.
- 3. MBA in India PGDM(Only in India) - In 1961, IIM Calcutta was the first IIM to be set up in collaboration with MIT Sloan School of Management, followed by IIM Ahmedabad. The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) of the University of Delhi which came into existence in 1955 launched its MBA programme for fresh graduates in 1968.
- 4. Type of Courses Full time Part time Executive Distance learning Flexible MBA
- 5. Full-Time Programs Typicallytwo years course Both work experience and nonexperience students are eligible. Advantages: High interaction with other students and professors Ability to take numerous elective courses Appropriate for career changers Disadvantages: Long time duration (i.e. two years) Expensive
- 6. Part-Time Programs Typicallyfour years course (may be night classes) Mostly students with one or more work experience are eligible. Advantages: Continue to work while attending school Employers more likely to provide tuition reimbursement Utilize what you learn on the job as you learn it Ongoing work experience may enhance your performance in the program Disadvantages: Time is limited which places strain on job and studies. Company may not like this. Promotions and/or raises may not be automatic Degree may not be viewed as prestigious as full-time degree
- 7. Executive MBAs Typicallyone or two years course Students tend to have three or more years of work experience. Advantages: Company-sponsored Continue to work while attending school Apply learning immediately Classmates provide excellent networking source Programs are lucrative so schools provide perks and top faculty Disadvantages: Limited choice of courses/majors Time is limited which places strain on job and studies. Limited exposure to classmates
- 8. Distance Learning MBAs Most completed online course Typically two to four years depending upon student. Advantages: Enhance cyber skills Freedom to work at own pace Less expensive than other programs Location is not an issue Disadvantages: High drop out rate – hard for some to stay motivated Only few companies will sponsor this degree Limited interaction with other students and faculty Few fully accredited programs
- 9. Flexible MBAs Derivativeof Distance Learning MBA Combines classroom with online courses Advantages: Many of same advantages as Distance Learning Many fully accredited programs are some online courses Can meet with classmates and faculty Can accelerate the degree Disadvantages: Cost and time of attending class at the school
- 10. How to selecta management institute? (India) A large number of management institutes in India give wrong information about their placement records, details of faculty and facilities of institute. Please visit the institute personally and thoroughly check all such details with students of the institute. Most of MBA students at present get the job based on their Graduate degrees alone and there is no value addition on doing MBA. Please check that the institute you intend to join should have such programmes to give value addition over the existing graduate degree and experience. Brand Image of the institute brings good companies for campus selection. Please check the details of previous selections including nature of jobs with its future prospects AICTE / UGC approval is necessary but not sufficient.
- 11.