Indira Gandhi National Open University(IGNOU) as the name suggests specializes in imparting education through distance learning and correspondence to maximize its reach to almost 1.4 million students as well as professionals across the country. Established in 1985 it is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
IGNOU conducts the OPENMAT examination twice a year, in February and August for admissions in its School of Management which has courses like MBA and Diploma and Post Graduate Diploma in Management.
IGNOU MBA course makes use of the multimedia approach to impart education through distance. It is one of the largest open universities in India utilizing this method. It makes use of several aids to ensure wholesome learning. These include - Print Material, Audio-Visual Material Aids, Counseling Session, Interactive Radio Counseling, Interactive Satellite Aided Communication Network and even functional assignments as per the requirement of the programme.
IGNOU Courses
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Diploma in Management (DIM)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDIM)
- The Specialisation Diploma Programmes (PGSDMs)
- The Integrative Courses
The MBA distance learning program in IGNOU is the most sought after and actually comprises of a total of 21 courses which when completed account to the MBA degree. It includes all the courses from Post Graduate Diploma in Management, Five courses from any one of the specialisation streams, Compulsory Courses and, one elective course and a Project Course equivalent to 2 courses
Eligibility for Admission in IGNOU Management Programmes
All candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and 3 years professional experience - or - all candidates with a professional degree (Engineering, Technology, Medicine, Architecture, Law, Pharmacy) - or - all candidates Professional Qualifications (in Accountancy, Cost and Works Accountancy, Company Secretaryship) - or candidates with a Master's Degree are eligible to appear for theOPENMAT
A unique facility is that foreign students residing in India with valid student visa for the minimum duration of the programme they are interested in are eligible to appear for MBA from IGNOU.
However, Programmes with fixed number of seats are not open for foreign students.
IGNOU MBA Entrance Tests
Twice a year IGNOU holds the OPENMAT Entrance Examinations for admissions to Management Programmes.
IGNOU Application Forms will be available from IGNOU, New Delhi.
For those outside Delhi they are made available at Regional Centres, Study Centres, and IGNOUARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE AND ASSAM RIFLES Recognised Regional Centres. You can also log on to the IGNOU official website www.ignou.ac.in in downloading the form.
The IGNOU MBA Entrance Test dates:
For the year 2013 the IGNOU MBA entrance tests will be held in Feb, 2013 and August, 2013.
A student can appear for any one of the above OPENMAT Examinations or for more than one OPENMAT Examinations by applying for both separately .
IGNOU MBA Fee Structure
Course fee of Rs. 800/- per course is to be paid at the time of Admission. It includes Examination fee, cost of study material and counseling.
OPENMAT Examination pattern:
OPENMAT is a 3 hours exam containing 200 multiple choice questions from the following sections:
30 questions - General Awareness
50 questions - English Language
50 questions - Quantitative Aptitude
70 questions - Reasoning
30 questions - General Awareness
50 questions - English Language
50 questions - Quantitative Aptitude
70 questions - Reasoning
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