IGNOU to Celebrate 39th Foundation Day on Nov 19, Sukanta Majumdar to Grace Event
The IGNOU 39th Foundation Day event will be webcasted at webcast.ignouonline.ac.in as well as ignouonline.ac.in/gyandarshan on November 19, 2024.
The IGNOU 39th foundation day will be conducted at Baba Saheb Ambedkar Convention Centre, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi. However, the live telecast of the event will be webcast on webcast.ignouonline.ac.in as well as ignouonline.ac.in/gyandarshan. Provided below is the social media platform, YouTube, link to the IGNOU 39th Foundation Day event.
Click Here: IGNOU Foundation Day Event Link
Meanwhile, the university has announced the IGNOU National Photography Competition 2024-25 on the topic 'Spirituality, Service and Cultural Pride: Sami Vivekananda's Message for Indian Youth'. Interested students can participate in the competition where the winner of the competition will get INR 10,000 along with a certificate.
Further, the first and second runner-ups will get INR 7,000 and INR 5,000 as prize money, respectively. Besides, a consolation prize of INR 2,000 will be given to three students while the 50 other participants will receive quality participation certificates. The last date to submit the photographs is December 20, 2024, at majem@ignou.ac.in and the results will be announced on January 12, 2025.
Students must note that only self-clicked pictures shall be submitted in order to participate in the competition. Maximum two photographs shall be submitted and the viewpoint shall be summarised within 200 words in English, Hindi or Tamil language.
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Q: Is MBA available at IGNOU?
Q: Is BBA at IGNOU a good choice?
Here's a summary of what students and alumni have to say:
* Flexibility: Studying BBA at IGNOU allows students to pursue their degree alongside a full-time job, which is a major advantage.
* Career opportunities: While there is no guarantee of placement, some students have reported getting jobs with decent packages (e.g., INR18 LPA) and internships with MNCs (around 60%).
* Infrastructure: Since IGNOU is an open university, students won't have access to traditional campus amenities like hostels, libraries, or recreational areas.
* Teaching quality: Faculty members are generally qualified and helpful, although some students have expressed concerns about limited interaction with teachers.
* Course relevance: The BBA programme covers important topics in retail management, making it relevant for those interested in entrepreneurship or starting their own businesses.
In conclusion, while IGNOU may not offer a traditional college experience, the flexibility and career opportunities make it a viable option for working professionals looking to enhance their education. However, students should be prepared to take ownership of their learning and adapt to self-study methods.
Q: Is MSc available in IGNOU?
Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Open University offers a two-year MSc course at the postgraduate level. The PG-level course is offered across different specialisations, including Environmental Science, Food Nutrition, etc. IGNOU MSc admission is granted on a merit-basis. Hence, the aspirants performance in the bachelor's degree course is considered for selection. The minimum eligibility criteria for admission is a valid UG degree with required aggregate as per the chosen specialisation. Eligible candidates can apply through the IGNOU official website.
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Yes, IGNOU also offers a two-year MBA programme in General, Banking & Finance, Financial Management, HRM, Marketing Management and Operations Management specialisations. Up until past years, i.e., 2021, IGNOU MBA admission was subject to valid scores obtained by the students in the IGNOU OPENMAT exam. However, for 2023 admission, OPENMAT was not conducted for the January and July sessions. Admission is now being granted on a merit-basis. The programme is offered with English as a medium of instruction and applications for the same can be submitted online on the official website.