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I am currently employed in a government undertaking company. I have completed my BE in Electrical Engineering and now wish to pursue my MBA. I am considering joining the Distance MBA program offered by IGNOU. During a discussion with my brother, he mentioned that Distance MBA programs are perceived to have lower value compared to full-time MBAs. Is this true? Can I still have good job prospects after completing a distance MBA from IGNOU?
Thank you.
From India, Agartala
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I am currently employed in a government undertaking company. I have completed my BE in Electrical Engineering and now wish to pursue my MBA. I am considering joining the Distance MBA program offered by IGNOU. During a discussion with my brother, he mentioned that Distance MBA programs are perceived to have lower value compared to full-time MBAs. Is this true? Can I still have good job prospects after completing a distance MBA from IGNOU?
Thank you.
From India, Agartala
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Distance learning and online MBAs do not have the same standing as full-time MBAs, but they are less expensive and also enable you to gain experience. Please click on the links in the sidebar on the right; this issue has been covered more than adequately in those links.
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I accept that Distance Study has less value than Regular and full time study but still this is more valuable for candidates who are working professionals and willing to continue their study or attain higher education.
Second, Mr Jamesdbrma, I would like to say that it depends unto you, how much time you can spare for your study and put your effort in this regard. Do not forget hard work always pays no matter in what regard but always.
There are number of people who have studied correspondently and well established in market today, and many of them are top professionals in Industry. The same you can do if you have strong interest and ready to put forward your sincere effort.
On the same topic (Correspondence Study), I also have discussed with many member/senior and experts in past and again today, I want to convey that one must have positive thinking and approach with it. We can't deny the value of full time study but the student/candidate are working and studying correspondence, point need to be noted, are more efficient and able to take a good position/are occupied in market due respect to their practical knowledge, understanding and experience.
Mr Jamesdbrma, I would suggest you to please go ahead and do study hard. Please do not allow negative thinking, responses to get affected your decision.
Every one has different experience and perception and knowledge, and if correspondence study has no value, than why it is being offered by all Universities even the worlds top ranking Universities are offering ..why?? that you have to understand why and need to be step ahead.
in short, enroll yourself and start your study
Best of Luck
From India, Gurgaon
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Second, Mr Jamesdbrma, I would like to say that it depends unto you, how much time you can spare for your study and put your effort in this regard. Do not forget hard work always pays no matter in what regard but always.
There are number of people who have studied correspondently and well established in market today, and many of them are top professionals in Industry. The same you can do if you have strong interest and ready to put forward your sincere effort.
On the same topic (Correspondence Study), I also have discussed with many member/senior and experts in past and again today, I want to convey that one must have positive thinking and approach with it. We can't deny the value of full time study but the student/candidate are working and studying correspondence, point need to be noted, are more efficient and able to take a good position/are occupied in market due respect to their practical knowledge, understanding and experience.
Mr Jamesdbrma, I would suggest you to please go ahead and do study hard. Please do not allow negative thinking, responses to get affected your decision.
Every one has different experience and perception and knowledge, and if correspondence study has no value, than why it is being offered by all Universities even the worlds top ranking Universities are offering ..why?? that you have to understand why and need to be step ahead.
in short, enroll yourself and start your study
Best of Luck
From India, Gurgaon
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Dear Friends,
I think one of the most basic things all of us are missing is that James is already working in a government organization. One more thing which James has not clarified is if he is looking for the option of leaving his government job and joining the private sector immediately after completing his MBA.
One might ask how does it make a difference?
In a government organization, if he obtains approval from his department for pursuing an MBA in Distance education or full-time (only from AICTE or UGC approved Institute), he will be able to claim increment/promotion benefits.
If he is planning to shift immediately to the private sector, the total weightage will be based on his past experience and the kind of job profiles he has handled. He will not benefit from the MBA and will be considered a fresher with some industrial exposure.
However, if he continues with his current organization for some period, handling roles and responsibilities, after some years, his MBA will definitely give him better value regardless of it being Distance or Full-time.
I would also like to bring to all my friends' notice that some reputed institutes offer degrees like Executive MBA or PGDM (equivalent to MBA) for experienced professionals in part-time, providing heavy placement packages in reputed private sector corporations upon completion of the course.
It is up to Mr. James to decide what his goal is and what he wants to achieve after completing his MBA.
From India, Delhi
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I think one of the most basic things all of us are missing is that James is already working in a government organization. One more thing which James has not clarified is if he is looking for the option of leaving his government job and joining the private sector immediately after completing his MBA.
One might ask how does it make a difference?
In a government organization, if he obtains approval from his department for pursuing an MBA in Distance education or full-time (only from AICTE or UGC approved Institute), he will be able to claim increment/promotion benefits.
If he is planning to shift immediately to the private sector, the total weightage will be based on his past experience and the kind of job profiles he has handled. He will not benefit from the MBA and will be considered a fresher with some industrial exposure.
However, if he continues with his current organization for some period, handling roles and responsibilities, after some years, his MBA will definitely give him better value regardless of it being Distance or Full-time.
I would also like to bring to all my friends' notice that some reputed institutes offer degrees like Executive MBA or PGDM (equivalent to MBA) for experienced professionals in part-time, providing heavy placement packages in reputed private sector corporations upon completion of the course.
It is up to Mr. James to decide what his goal is and what he wants to achieve after completing his MBA.
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Hi,
I have gone through the valuable suggestions given by the respected member. I would like to add that doing a course using any method is important, but what truly matters is the depth of knowledge and command over the subject. People come to me for interviews with various degrees, but I often find that they have merely passed examinations and have little understanding of the subject.
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Indu
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I have gone through the valuable suggestions given by the respected member. I would like to add that doing a course using any method is important, but what truly matters is the depth of knowledge and command over the subject. People come to me for interviews with various degrees, but I often find that they have merely passed examinations and have little understanding of the subject.
Regards,
Indu
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I fully agree with Indu. Functional knowledge is the most important thing.
My recommendation to Mr. James is to work in his current organization and explore the opportunity to learn the practical aspects of the skills he acquired during his MBA. If he applies for departmental approval to undertake a certain course, he will be considered for a departmental transfer to utilize his skills. This decision will ultimately depend on the approval of his seniors for a deputation to another department.
In my experience, having even an average relationship with your seniors can be beneficial as they are likely to assist you in advancing your career.
From India, Delhi
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My recommendation to Mr. James is to work in his current organization and explore the opportunity to learn the practical aspects of the skills he acquired during his MBA. If he applies for departmental approval to undertake a certain course, he will be considered for a departmental transfer to utilize his skills. This decision will ultimately depend on the approval of his seniors for a deputation to another department.
In my experience, having even an average relationship with your seniors can be beneficial as they are likely to assist you in advancing your career.
From India, Delhi
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As long as the college or university has the appropriate accreditation, there should be no difference whether you obtain the MBA through on-campus, online, or distance learning. But make sure the institution has a regional accreditation. With a regional accreditation, you can be assured the coursework and degree you complete will be recognized by all other colleges and universities as well as employers.
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