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Is Distance MBA valid?

Many Students have been confused about this and are more often asking these questions every now and then.

Is Distance MBA valid? Do recruiters actually give distance MBAs less weightage as compared to the campus-based MBAs?

 

The answers would have differed a few years ago, however, for now, it’s a different ball game altogether. An advance step ahead in educational technology in India has made Distance MBA a strong alternative for working professionals to purse their education while continuing their job. Distance MBA has undoubtedly become the most popular master’s degree for students globally.

 

In recent years, Distance MBA program has proved to be career accelerator or game changer as it has not only open lots of opportunities on national as well as international level but also, they can also continue their studies along with their work or even get double post graduate degree at same time.

 

According to survey conducted in 2018, it was reported to that recruiters and hiring consultants give an equal weightage to Distance MBA as objective is shifted to Talent Management.

 

An Important aspect is that Distance MBA is usually taken by someone from specialist background, as it is considered as that he/she wants to improve their chances of promotion or want to give their career much-needed boost by acquiring requisite strategic and leadership skills. So, Distance MBA is considered the best option to get a degree as you do not need to even let go your present job to pursue your higher education.

 

In current trend, a student who is pursuing Distance MBA would be exposed to various video conferences as well as professor’s lectures that are previously recorded. Some International accredited Institutes (like IIMS) conducted examinations based on real time case studies enable students to formulate various strategies to tackle crises and enhance critical thinking that is crucial for business growth in increasing international competitive environment. So, in short, curriculum as well as course work of Distance MBA does not differ much compared to regular MBA.

 

A recent survey of managers suggests that almost 64 % of managers believe that Globally Recognized Distance MBA is a viable option to achieve professional development.

 

So, what are you waiting for go out there and pursue your higher education in MBA and not just improve your lifestyle but also your income manifolds? By obtaining the MBA degree online. You will enjoy a heightened sense of self-esteem as well as social position. And trust me you’ll be glad that you pursued a distance learning MBA program.