Why online MBA?

Education has seen a vast transformation in today’s Digital era. Distance Learning has become a new normal and educational institutes and top business schools are also offering online classes for the students and working professionals. There are many benefits of doing MBA courses online as Students can enrol in the Business Schools of their choice without physically travelling to its location therefore it is also viable for working professionals. There are a wide range of specializations available for online MBA courses. The Learners has a benefit of completing the course at their own pace with in-depth understanding. The online programs are available at affordable prices and the exam schedule can also be customized as per student’s requirements. Listed below are a few benefits of pursuing online MBA:

• The online MBAs are comparatively easier than the traditional MBA degrees awarded by top institutes, hence the online degrees are more affordable with no separate living expenses.
• The curriculum of online and offline MBA is similar and hence the students learn the same concepts and thus are eligible for similar kind of opportunities.
• Online MBA degree is a boon for working professionals who cannot leave their jobs and pursue a full time conventional MBA degree.
• MBA degree is helpful for the professionals who want to increase their salary slab.

The Online MBA degree in India awarded after completion of the programs are now accredited by University Grant Commission and Distance Education Bureau. The online MBA is also conducted in a manner similar to traditional MBA. The online MBA program can be carried out either through live online classes or recorded sessions. Due to its numerous benefits online MBA program is gaining popularity among working professionals.

The top Business Schools offering Online MBA Programs are as given below:

Liverpool Business School

Learn Advanced General Management from WES and AACSB accredited Liverpool Business School that offers the degree of Global MBA + IMT-G Certificate. The online classes are conducted in blended format i.e., Live and Online sessions. MBA from Liverpool Business School conducts online MBA courses in India and imparts in-depth understanding of Marketing Channels and Strategy, Decision Sciences, Accounting & Finance, Business Economics, Sales & Distribution, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, and so on.  The course modules also cover 15+ Harvard Business Case Studies and Simulations. Moreover, it also offers an on-campus immersion session at Liverpool Business School. Job fairs are conducted in association with UpGrad + Talentedge in every few months along with access to UpGrad’s career portal.

Deakin Business School

MBA (Global) is offered by Australia’s top B-school Deakin Business School (DBS) to help the aspirants become business masters of tomorrow. The course covers Business Growth Strategies, Integrated Business Strategy Formulation, Change Management, Financing Strategies, Developing High Performing Organizations, Leadership, Strategic Thinking and Planning Abilities, Design Thinking, International Business and so on.

DBS stands among top 1% Business School worldwide and it offers online MBA courses in India for individuals who are looking to advance their career with globally accepted degree in business management. Apart from the business modules covered in this course there are a few added benefits such as mentorship sessions from industry leaders, 360-degree career support, regular live sessions for doubt resolution, etc. An MBA Global degree+ Adv. Gen. Mgmt. from IMT awarded by WES recognized Deakin Business School and reputed IMT Ghaziabad will help to bring the aspirants one step closer to working abroad.

Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad

In order to hone the management skills and get in-depth understanding of marketing fundamentals, consumer behavior, Marketing channels, business communication, business analytics & economics, sales & distribution management, operations and supply chain management, IMT Ghaziabad is offering one of the best online MBA courses in India i.e., Advanced General Management Program. The curriculum of this program is designed in a manner that is industry relevant with good placement opportunities. Individuals pursuing the course get an access to HBR case studies and personalized mentorship. Peer-to-peer networking, interaction with industry experts and alumni status are some additional benefits for learners. The 11-months program guarantee a relevant job in the management field.

Golden Gate University, San Francisco

Golden Gate University located in the hi-tech and financial district of San Francisco offers an opportunity to pursue online MBA for the students all around the world. GGU is one of the oldest universities of California that has consistently produced graduates with top employable skills. The MBA program offered by Golden Gate University is thoughtfully designed for working professionals. Learners have the option to choose from five electives available in this program. Learners can choose from the five concentrations viz. Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, General, and Adaptive Leadership as per their interests. On successful completion of the program participants can become a part of 120+ year education heritage of a university accredited by WASC and recognised by WES.

NMIMS, Global Access School for Continuing Education

MBA Executive program is managed and delivered by NMIMS. Students can enrol in this online MBA program to become a data-driven manager. The program is exclusively designed for working professionals with one-on-one interactive sessions from industry mentors. The top subjects covered in this program are Core Management Skills and application of Analytics in Economics, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations & Supply Chain, Big Data Technologies and Machine Learning, etc. The tools integrated with this program are Python, MySQL, Tableau, and Excel. On successful completion of this program learners are awarded AICTE approved MBA (Executive) degree and Alumni Status from NMIMS.

BIMTECH, Birla Institute for Management Technology

BIMTECH stands among the top B-schools in India that offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management Technology with top specializations available in Marketing, Finance, Analytics, Operations & Supply Chain, BIFS, IT and General Management. The eminent faculty of BIMSTECH and top-tier industry experts will impart education in the fields of Marketing Management, Financial & Managerial accounting, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Managerial/Business Economics, Supply Chain Management and HR Management. The BIMTECH institute is granted Category 1 Graded autonomy status by AICTE, and is also accredited by NAAC and NBA apart from being a member of AACSB. Students of BIMTECH receives unparalleled guidance, 24*7 dedicated student support, doubt resolution and feedback sessions.

SSBM, Geneva

Get a globally recognized Executive MBA degree from SSBM, Geneva. Learners will be able to get in-depth understanding of Managerial Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics & Decision Making, Marketing Management, and AI for Managers which qualifies the students for a professional career role in consulting, finance, HR, strategy, business analytics, sales and marketing, business development, etc. The MBA program at SSBM covers industry relevant case studies and hands-on experience to Capstone Project. The degree program can help learners to accelerate their career growth or a transition with up to 57% salary hike. The MBA degree program is designed in such a way that even working professionals can pursue it without leaving their jobs.

The table given below shows the eligibility, course commencement dates and total fees for the MBA programs offered by the institutes:

Institute	Eligibility/ Work Ex	Duration	Start Date	Fees
Liverpool Business School	Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks Min. 2 yrs. of full time experience	18 Months	30th September 2022	₹ 4, 20, 200
Deakin University	Graduate/PG/Diploma holder Min. 3 yrs. of full time experience	24 Months	23rd December 2022	₹ 4, 00, 000
Golden Gate University	Bachelor’s Degree Not Required	15 Months	30th September 2022	$ 45, 780
NMIMS	Bachelor’s Degree with 55% or PG with 50% If Graduate 3+ years If Post Graduate 2 years	24 Months	25th September 2022	₹ 4, 00, 000
BIMTECH	Bachelor’s Degree with 50% Not Required	24 Months	1st September 2022	₹ 2, 75, 000
IMT Ghaziabad	Graduates with min 50% marks Undergraduates in Final year Not Required	11 Months	30th September 2022
SSBM	Bachelor’s Degree & English Proficiency	12 Months	30th September 2022	₹ 4, 50, 000 ₹ 7, 50,000 (with immersion)

Students can enroll themselves for MBA Program in any of the institutes to pursue the online MBA course. The admission criteria is similar for most of the organizations.

Step 1: Fill out the application form

Step 2: Get shortlisted & receive offer letter

Step 3: Block your seat with payment of the caution money

Step 4: Submit the documents

Online MBA Placements

One crucial question arises in the mind of the learners who want to pursue online MBA courses and that is what are their placement opportunities? After completing the online MBA course will they get jobs in the top companies, what is the credibility of the MBA courses online?

The answer to such and similar queries is that the online MBA from a recognized university is considered equivalent to offline MBA degree program and similar job opportunities are available for the online MBA degree holders. Given below is the list of top companies that offer jobs to the online MBA degree holders.

Amazon	Nestle
Croma	Blue Star
eBay	DHL
HCL	Panasonic
Puma	HP
Reliance Jio	Snapdeal
NTPC	Flipkart
Future Group	Zomato

Due to the innumerable benefits of online programs there has been a total increase of 43% in the last two years as compared to 11.6% increase in on-campus MBA applications as reported by GMAC. The top online MBA courses offered by the institutes across the globe are providing learners the opportunity to pursue higher degrees at affordable costs and their own convenience without the need to leave their jobs. Therefore many students are nowadays opting for the online curriculum to continue their higher studies.

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