Centre for Corporate Education,

Training and Consultancy

EXECUTIVE MBA
BACKGROUND
In today’s world, the economic, political, competitive, regulatory, and cultural factors impacting organizations are
becoming more and more complex. In this scenario, there is an increased demand for managers with the necessary
skills and understanding to tackle the difficult demands facing organizations. This is where “Executive MBA”
offered by IGNOU in collaboration with NIIT, can help.

Our MBA program is comprised of a unique combination of Lectures, case studies, Projects, live case discussions,
interactions with industry leaders - all of which work together to provide you with world-class business skills and
real-world experience as preparation for an exciting future.

The program comprehensively covers all aspects of management - economics, finance, marketing, operations and
human resource management - at flexible schedules in your own city

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 offers more than 330
academic programmes. IGNOU serves the educational aspirations of more than 2.5 million students in India and 36
countries through 21 Schools of Studies and an elaborate network of more than 61 Regional Centers, more than
3000 Learner Support Centers and 60 Overseas Centers. It also acts as a National Resource Centre and more
importantly, functions as an Apex Body to promote and maintain standards of distance education. In order to fulfill
the vision of democratizing higher education and providing access to all segments of people, the University imparts
education and knowledge through various flexible means suited to the open and distance education mode. Today
the University offers academic programmes in a variety of disciplines viz. Commerce, Management, Economics,
History, Agriculture, Computer and Information Technology, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology
,Engineering, Education, Vocational Education, Extension, Journalism and Mass Communication, Gender and
Development Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies etc. in the form of Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate,
Postgraduate, Research Degree Programmes under Credit programmes. Besides, IGNOU also offers Non-Credit
programmes in a variety of disciplines which are of short duration which would provide skills based training
independently or in collaboration with other educational / professional / technical institutions and industries.

Prominent features of IGNOU

IGNOU has certain unique features such as:
International jurisdiction
Flexible admission rules
Individualized study: flexibility in terms of place, pace and duration of study
Use of latest information and communication technologies
Nationwide student support services network
Cost- effective programmes.
Modular approach to programmes
Resource sharing, collaboration and networking with Conventional Universities , Open Universities and
other Institutions / Organisations
Socially and academically relevant programmes based on students needs analysis
Convergence of open and conventional education systems

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Centre for Corporate Education, Training and Consultancy (CCETC)
In this age of life-long learning, a paradigm shift is taking place in the Indian education system. There is a growing
demand for recognized, quality educational programmes which would allow young aspirants to acquire newer
abilities. To address this need IGNOU has recently set up a new Centre for Corporate Education, Training and
Consultancy. The objective of the centre is to develop programmes in corporate education consistent with the
requirements of the corporate sector/industry. The programmes taken up by the centre will focus on capacity
building of human resources for the corporate sector. It intends to produce highly employable graduates of the
highest possible quality by forging linkages with business and industry.

Content is developed by a panel of experts drawn from premier education institutes and experienced practitioners
from the industry. Continuous evaluation system spanning throughout the course with defined parameters
assesses the learning capability and potential of the students and ensures that only deserving students qualify to
be absorbed by the industry. It has been CCETC’s constant endeavor to become India’s most progressive initiative
with international acclaim for innovation and responsiveness of teaching and learning, research, partnership and
international activities.

NIIT Limited
NIIT Limited, leading Global Talent Development Corporation and Asia’s largest IT trainer, offers learning and
knowledge solutions to over 5 million students across 40 countries.

For more information, please visit www.ignou.ac.in or www.niitimperia.com

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Executive MBA students are high-calibre managers, executives and entrepreneurs, with a typical range of three to
twenty years of experience. Participants come from a huge variety of industries and job functions with experience
of working in multi-cultural environments and in different countries around the world;
While Executive MBA participants come from diverse backgrounds, they all share the desire to:
fast-track their careers (or) change careers
enhance their management skills
develop personally and professionally.

PROGRAM DESIGN AND DURATION

Duration: 18 Months
Frequency: Twice a week
Schedule – Saturday & Sunday, 6.30 – 9.30PM*
Delivery: Through classes at NIIT Centres in your city**, using Synchronous Learning Technology platform

PROGRAM STRUCTURE & CONTENTS

The program consists of 3 semesters and the student has to complete total 21 courses includes 14 General
courses, 5 Electives, 2 Emerging Area courses, one project and comprehensive Viva.
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
G.1 Managerial Economics G.8 Human Resource Management G.13 Strategic Management
G.14 Business Ethics ,Corporate
G.2 Managerial Accounting G.9 Financial Management
Governance, CSR
G.3 Quantitative Techniques G.10 Operations Management Elective3
G.4 OB & Mgmt Processes ( MPOB) G.11 Research Methodology Elective 4
G.5 Marketing Management Elective 1 Elective5
G.6 Business Communication Elective 2
G.7 Business Law G.12 MIS for Managers G.15 Project
Emerging Area Course-1 Emerging Area Course – 2 G.16 Comprehensive Viva

* Courses under specialization may not offered on Saturdays & Sundays, 6.30PM to 9.30PM
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Marketing Specialisation
M.1 Product Management
M.2 Brand Management
M.3 Consumer Behaviour
M.4 Sales & Distribution Management
M.5 Marketing of Services
M.6 Integrated Marketing
Communication
M,7 Digital Marketing
M,8 B to B Marketing
Five Courses from each specialization that would be offered as part of the program would be decided by NIIT & IGNOU.
List of Available Courses in Specialisation***
HR Specialisation
H.1 HR Measurement & Information
Systems
H.2 Labour Laws
H.3 HR Planning & Sourcing
H.4 Performance & Compensation
Mgmt ( incl. BSC)
H.5 International HR & Cross Cultural
Mgmt
H.6 HR Development (incl. T & D)
H.7 Building Learning Organisations
H.8 Employee Relations
Finance Specialisation
F.1 Investment Analysis & Portfolio
Mgmt
F.2 Financial Engineering & Risk
Management
F.3 Derivatives (incl Commodities &
Financial)
F.4 Project Mgmt & Control
F.5 Project Financing – incl WCM &
CAPM
F.6 Mgmt of Financial Services
F.7 M & A
F.8 International Financial Mgmt

List of Courses in Emerging & Contemporary Areas

E.1 Sustainable Business Practices (Sustainability)
E.2 Leadership, Influence & Power
E.3 Corporate Image Building
E.4 Emotional Intelligence and Managerial
effectiveness
E.5 Business Networking
E.6 Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
E.7 Social Entrepreneurship
E.8 Global Corporation
E.9 Use of IT for Business Applications CRM
Two Courses from Emerging & Contemporary Areas that would be offered as a part of Executive MBA would be decided by NIIT
& IGNOU.

PEDAGOGY
Each module will be taught with the help of lectures, case studies, corporate examples and general discussions.
Statistical software and online database resources would be used wherever necessary.

PROGRAM FACULTY
Eminent faculty would be handling the session. Profiles of the faculty are available on www.niitimperia.com.

EVALUATION
Evaluation Methodology: Continuous Assessment and End Term examinations for every course
Evaluation Mode: Evaluation may also include one or more of the following:
Online Assessment/Case Study Discussions/ Quiz/Assignments/Offline Assessment (Paper-pencil test)/Class
participation
The final marks assigned includes Continuous Assessment and End Term exam performance.
End Term examinations are held once every 6 months typically in June and Dec. Student can choose the courses to
appear for the exam. However the student has to necessarily follow the sequence of the courses mentioned
st
above. A student in 1 semester, can’t choose the course of later semesters.

The final decision on evaluation methods rests with the university and may change without prior intimation.

*** All Specializations/Courses may not be offered

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CERTIFICATION
1. On successful completion, the participants would receive a “Executive Masters in Business
Administration”. Certificate shall be issued directly by IGNOU.
2. On successful completion of the semester 1 & 2, participant would receive a “Diploma in Business
Administration”. Certificate shall be issued directly by IGNOU.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants should be working professionals/self-employed (Need to produce supporting proof)
Graduates in any discipline with min. 50% marks* [aggregate- considering results of all years] recognised by
UGC/AICTE/DEC. [* For reserved categories(OBC/SC/ST), the eligibility criteria is Graduates in any discipline
with min 45% marks]
Minimum 3 years of work experience post completion of graduation is required as on July 1, 2010
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their performance in the All India level Aptitude Test to be
conducted by NIIT.

FEES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Application Fee: Rs. 500/-
Program Fee: Rs. 1,80,000/- (Exclusive of Service Tax)
On Registration: Rs. 72,000/- (Exclusive of Service Tax)
Installment 1(Oct ’10): Rs. 36,000/- (Exclusive of Service Tax)
Installment 2(Dec ’10): Rs. 36,000/- (Exclusive of Service Tax)
Installment 3(Feb ’11): Rs. 36,000/- (Exclusive of Service Tax)
The fee above is inclusive of all academic charges, textbooks and study material.
All fees are non-refundable. Fees can be paid by cash, cheque or demand draft drawn in favour of ‘NIIT Ltd.
Imperia Collection A/c’
Students have to separately pay Examination fee of Rs. 50 for every course. The schedule for the same would
be notified separately.

BANK LOAN FACILITY

Up to 90% of the Program Fee can be availed as Customised Education Loan from leading banks to enable the
participants to spread the repayment over a period of 36 months. However, the applicant shall be eligible for bank
loans as per the concerned bank norms. Neither NIIT Imperia nor the University will be held responsible for any
delay in disbursement of the bank loan.

HOW TO APPLY
Application forms can be obtained from local NIIT Imperia Centres or downloaded from www.niitimperia.com.
Application fee of Rs. 500/- is payable at the time of application submission.
Last Date of Application: June 30, 2010
Classes Start on or After: July 31, 2010
Program Aptitude Test Date: July 4, 2010
Please refer to www.niitimperia.com for important dates and admission specific information.

For further details: Call at 1800 266 0304 or SMS <EMBA> to 56070 or Email: imperia@niit.com

** DELIVERED AT SELECT NIIT CENTRES NATIONWIDE

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