Last Updated on August 10, 2023 by Vishnu Nambiar
Are you an MBA aspirant from India? If yes, this article will be of help to you. Here, I’ve listed down the different types of MBA programs available in India.
Before heading to the meat of the matter – types of MBA in India – let us check out some basic details about MBA.
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What is MBA?
MBA stands for Master of Business Administration. It is a management course. Technically, it is a Master’s level course. It means that you must possess a Bachelor’s Degree if you want to pursue an MBA!
The academic program (regular course) is 2 years long. Course duration may vary, depending upon the course format!
Here are some good MBA alternatives –
- PGDM (PG Diploma in Management).
- MMS (Master of Management Studies).
For more details about this academic program, check out this guide – MBA program.
Come, let us check out the different types of MBA programs in India.
Types of MBA in India
MBA programs in India can be classified into various types. Here, we will use two parameters for classifying. They are –
- Course Content
- Course Format
Let us check out each type of MBA.
Type of MBA (based on Course Content/Syllabus)
Looking at the Syllabus’ point of view, MBA programs can be classified into two types.
General MBA course
A general MBA program covers the core management subjects. Here are some of the important core subjects –
- HRM (Human Resource Management).
- Marketing.
- Organizational Behaviour.
- Finance.
- Communication Skills.
- Entrepreneurship.
- Business Management.
You may choose this course if you don’t want to specialize in a specific domain/discipline. This course is more than enough to help acquire management skills and knowledge.
Specialization course
If you want to specialize in a specific domain/discipline, you may pursue an MBA specialization program. Unlike the general MBA program, this course covers domain-specific subjects and general management subjects.
For example, MBA in Event Management course covers subjects specific to event management as well as general management subjects.
Check out this list to find out more details about these programs – MBA specializations in India.
Types of MBA (based on course format)
Online MBA
Online MBA programs are very useful to working professionals. This program can be pursued from the comfort of one’s home! The course content can be accessed online. It consists of rich media such as – images, video, interactive content, etc. Evaluation tests are also carried out online.
In short, a student can acquire knowledge and get it evaluated online! In India, many reputed Colleges/Universities/Institutes are known to offer online MBA programs.
Distance Education MBA
Distance MBA programs have been created keeping the needs of working professionals in mind! Working professionals may pursue distance MBA without disturbing their work!
The course material can be accessed online or through post. Candidates are evaluated at regular intervals through online tests. Distance MBA Degree from a reputed institute can help you get a better job/get a promotion at work.
Regular Classroom MBA
The regular classroom MBA program is a full-time course. Students pursuing this course must attend regular college lectures and practicals. The academic program is 2 years long. This is the most preferred course format among Indian graduates!
Each academic year is divided into two semesters. Thus, the entire course is made up of four semesters. A student must face the main evaluation exam at the end of each semester.
The academic program consists of classroom lectures, practical work, and project work. If you’d like to enjoy the traditional classroom learning experience, this course will be of help to you!
Part-Time MBA
Unlike regular classroom MBA, part-time programs have relaxed and flexible lecture hours. Usually, the lectures are carried out on weekends/one-two days a week. This makes it a very useful MBA program for working professionals.
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Executive MBA programs are custom-made for corporate sector employees. The main aim of an EMBA is to inculcate leadership skills and management skills in corporate sector employees.
I am Vishnu Nambiar a career and educational blogger from India. I am also a full time educational consultant having more than 12 years of experience in the educational sector.
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