Online BA

Online BA is a 3-year UG programme that fosters knowledge for the students in the fields of literature, philosophy, politics, physical education and more. Following the guidelines of UGC-DEB, the curriculum followed in online programmes is at par with regular courses. This allows students to explore wide range of subjects while committing to other responsibilities during and develops their critical thinking, encourages Analytical skills and other transferable skills.

Programme Start Date: 24th      March, 2024
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Benefits of an Online BA

As it is a practice-based course, candidates focus on hands-on learning, which is why the online BA programme is a perfect fit for such modern learners. There are countless benefits of pursuing an online BA programme, and some of them are:

  • Skill Development: The online BA programme enables you to invest your time wisely in expanding your knowledge base and schedule your day as per your convenience. This helps you to spend more time on finding the right path and develop your skills efficiently. The online mode not only helps you build academic skills but also enhances soft skills like time management, self-discipline, and communication skills.
  • Freedom to Study: Students can learn by staying anywhere in the world and engage with learners across the globe. As you have the flexibility of studying at your own pace, you can invest your time in diversifying your skills and going beyond the classroom lessons. In fact, you can give priority to quality learning without any intervention.
  • Modern Learning Environment: The environment where we learn something plays a crucial role in our overall personality development. The online BA Programme offers you a compassionate experience throughout your educational journey and a chance to experience modern technology. Video lectures, e-learning resources, digital libraries, and discussion forums make learning more exciting.
  • Personalized Learning: Advanced technologies are frequently employed by distance learning platforms to facilitate customised learning environments. Students may study at their own speed and in a way that best fits their preferences thanks to online forums, interactive multimedia, and adaptive learning tools. In addition to meeting a variety of learning demands, this individualised approach improves student engagement with the subject matter.
  • Vast Career Opportunities: Bachelor of Arts (BA) is a vast programme covering several domains, which means that you will have multiple paths to follow after graduating. The syllabus covered is not limited to a particular field but covers a broad range of topics. You can either choose to earn a master's degree in a specialization of your choice or explore countless career opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria and Entrance Exams

Checking the eligibility criteria of the course in different institutions is the first thing to cross from the checklist while preparing for higher education. It might vary in every college/university, so you need to do thorough research for this. We have mentioned a general eligibility criteria followed by most of the colleges:

  • Educational Criteria Students who want to enroll in the Online BA programme must have completed 10+2 from a recognized Board. Students must have achieved a minimum of 50% score in the last qualifying exam, and there is a 5% relaxation for SC/ST category candidates.
  • Entrance Exams Most of the universities don't require entrance exams for online programmes. The Candidate should go through the official website of the universities where they apply and the entire admission procedure that they are required to get enrolled in this programme for exact details.
  • Financial Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Cost & Management Accounting
  • Advanced Management Accounting
  • Financial Management II
  • Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
  • Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Financial Derivatives
  • Management of Financial Institutions
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Strategic Financial Management
  • Risk Management

Admission process

The admission process for Online BA course may vary from one university to another. But there is an advantage; the entire admission process would be simple if you choose a specific specialization.

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Registration Process

Submit your application form & pay the processing fee.

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Document Verification

The college will verify your documents, mobile number & email ID.

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Fee Payment

Fee can be paid, onetime, annually, semester-wise, or with EMIs.

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Admission Confirmed

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Pedagogy

Interactive teaching style utilizing technology

Pedagogy of the IIM Kozhikode Financial Management programme includes lectures, real-life case studies, quizzes, assignments, and interactions with experienced executives

Emphasis on peer group learning experience

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Learn to make decisions regarding the valuation of assets, hedging, trading portfolio management.
  • Master the concept of Return on Investment (RoI) central to every financial decision
  • Drive business decisions by understanding financial principles, assessments, analyses, and considerations

Programme Delivery

The interactive learning component forms the core of EPGP. The Instructors facilitate the learning through two-way audio/video synchronous telecommunication mode from the studios set up at IIIMK campus. The technology allows the instructor to use PowerPoint presentations, video, audio, whiteboards to effectively communicate the ideas and interact with the participants who attend the sessions from selected TimesPro centres, located at different cities in India.

Who should attend

  • Working professionals seeking knowledge, aspiring to improve the organizations they work for and to advance their careers to greater heights
  • Young executives working in the finance domain seeking to develop specialised competencies in finance
  • Experienced professionals with a deep footing in finance, looking to reach the top of the financial profile in their organisations

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria of the IIM Kozhikode Financial Management programme include:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA
  • 3 years of managerial, entrepreneurial, or professional work experience after graduation as of the deadline for submitting the online application
  • Work experience before completion of the bachelor's degree will not be considered The bachelor's degree must be awarded by a university incorporated by a state or central legislature in India, or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament, or recognized as a university by the Ministry of HRD in India
  • If grades or CGPA are awarded instead of marks, the conversion to percentage of marks will be based on the university's conversion procedure If the university does not have a conversion scheme for CGPA, the equivalence will be calculated by dividing the candidate's CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying by 100.

Alumni Benefits

  • Access to IIMK Alumni E mail ID
  • Issue of Alumni Identity Card Access to Alumni Online Portal (Kasebook)
  • Access to IIMK Alumni Email Id (1) Privilege of participating in the Institute activities such as Conferences, Workshops, Convocation, Alumni Meets, Events, PGP/EPGP Inauguration Ceremonies etc
  • Avail MDC /Guest Rooms at discounted rates (i.e., rates equivalent to the Institute Guests)
  • Eligibility to participate in the Awards, Ranking and Accreditation activities coordinated by the Institute
  • Avail the services of IIMK Alumni Relations office
  • Weightage for “Award of Excellence” for Distinguished Alumni Award
  • Preference for sharing/submitting articles for Newsletters in the Institute

Fees

The average cost for an online BA programme varies and typically falls under the range of ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 1,00,000. This depends on what specialisation you choose and the college.

Popular Online BA Specialisations

Online BA in General Online BA in Psychology
Online BA in Journalism & Mass Communication Online BA in Political Science
Online BA in Physical Education Online BA in LLB (Law)
Online BA in History Online BA in Philosophy
Online BA in Sociology Online BA in Economics
Online BA in Archaeology Online BA in Religious Studies
Online BA in English Online BA in French
Online BA in German Online BA in Hindi
Online BA in Spanish Online BA in Chinese/Mandarin
Online BA in Greek Online BA in Japanese

The teaching approach for the IIM Kozhikode Financial Management programme will be interactive and utilize technology to enhance learning. The pedagogy will be a blend of lectures, real-life case studies, quizzes, assignments, lecture-discussions, case study method, behavioral and computer-based simulations, projects, and class presentations.

Assessment for each course will include end-term examinations (after each quarter), quizzes, assignments, projects, and other methods.

Instructors will use a 13-level grading scale, ranging from A+ to F, to evaluate students' academic performance in each course.

The grading scale and corresponding grade points are as follows:

The final Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) for the program will be calculated by summing the grade points for all courses, multiplying by the credits for each course, and dividing by the total number of credits for all courses. This CGPA will be used to determine the award of the certificate.

Certification & Alumni status

Participants of the IIM Kozhikode Financial Management programme, on successful completion of the one year programme would be awarded, “Executive Post Graduate Certificate in Financial Management”. Successful candidates will also be accorded IIM Kozhikode Alumni status.

Attendance Criteria

A minimum of 75% attendance is a prerequisite for the successful completion of the IIM Kozhikode Financial Management programme for each course in each quarter.

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Importance of Choosing Right BA Specialisation

Pursuing an Online BA will provide you with a broad yet comprehensive understanding of various disciplines. Adding a specialization to your course plan will help you align your career path and become an expert in a specific field. Here are a few reasons why choosing the right specialization is crucial:

Here are some of the key points that help you understand how selecting the right specialization impacts your life and future:

  • Alignment with Career Goals: Choosing the right specialization helps align your education with your career aspirations. It allows you to focus on the specific skills and knowledge required for the industry or role you intend to pursue after graduation.
  • Expertise Development: Specializations provide an opportunity to develop expertise in a particular area of study. This in-depth knowledge can make you more competitive in the job market and increase your value to employers.
  • Increased Job Opportunities: Certain industries or roles may have a higher demand for professionals with specialized skills. By choosing a relevant specialization, you increase your chances of finding job opportunities in your chosen field.
  • Improved Job Satisfaction: Pursuing a specialization that aligns with your interests and passion can contribute to job satisfaction. When you enjoy your work and tasks associated with your niche, you are more likely to find fulfillment in your career.
  • Easier Transition to Further Education: If you plan to pursue higher education, such as a master's degree or MBA, choosing a relevant specialization at the undergraduate level can make the transition smoother. It ensures that your academic background aligns with your postgraduate studies.
  • Competitive Advantage: In a competitive job market, having a specialization sets you apart from other candidates. It demonstrates your commitment to a specific area and your readiness to contribute meaningfully in that domain.

Subjects and syllabus

The course structure and subjects taught differ in every university and vary based on the specialization you choose. Here is a general syllabus followed by many institutions:

Semester - 1 Semester - 2
English Communication Youth, Gender, and Identity
Development of Psychological Thought Psychological Research
Political Science Emotional Intelligence
Language Professional Communication
Semester - 3 Semester - 4
Western Philosophy: Descartes to Kant Continental Philosophy
Text of Western Philosophy Writing Skills
Life Skills Canadian Literature
American Literature Social & Political Philosophy: Indian and Western
Cultural Education I Elective Courses
Semester - 5 Semester - 6
Social Welfare and Administration Social Action and Movements
NGO Movement Spiritual Literature
Elements of Literary Criticism Research Proposal
Elective Courses Research Project
Note:

All fees are directly payable to IIM Kozhikode *GST as applicable will be collected additional from the candidate/participant. The current GST rate is 18% Application Fee: 2000 plus 18% GST. Application fee remitted is not refundable or adjustable under any circumstances. Candidate applying for more than one programme is required to the remit application fee for each programme that she/he is applying. Programme Fee (Non-Refundable): 3,50,000 plus 18% GST payable in four instalments as per the following schedule.

*GST 18.00% applicable.

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Career opportunities

Career prospects you will have after pursuing the online BA programme rely on the area of specialization you choose and interest. The job roles that open up for a BA graduate include the following:

Job Roles Job Description
Human Resources Specialist Satisfying organization's demands and employee needs, taking care of recruitment, and company welfare. These all come under the position of Human Resources Specialist. He/she plays a vital role in an organization and manages the workplace and employee relationships. Their significant role in an organization includes conducting interviews, hiring job applicants, training the newly selected candidates.
Writer Creates engaging content, technical documents, and blogs for the respective organization where they work. He/she can take up this position and express themselves by delivering valuable writing to the company. Their duties not only include writing but also editing and proofreading the content for advertisements, E-mails, and website pages.
Editor Responsible for reviewing, editing, and creating content. Editors ensure that the content meets the required standards and is suitable for publication. They may work in various industries, including publishing, journalism, or digital media.
Administrative Assistant With the help of primary administrative skills such as task management, time management, and leadership, one can confidently attain the employment prerequisites of the Administrative Assistant role. This job role comprises managing tasks, supporting teams, filing paperwork, and assuring the smooth functioning of an organization.
Educational Consultant He/she, as an educational consultant, can counsel students as well as parents to prefer the right career path or other academic options. With fondness and knowledge of the education sector, one can become a consultant and be able to assist students in navigating the academic journey.
Journalist A professional who gathers newsworthy information, including facts and figures. His job is to make people aware of what is going on around the world and give them unbiased information about all topics from political to entertainment.
Job Roles Average Annual Salary
Human Resources Specialist ₹ 6.7 LPA
Writer ₹ 3.6 LPA
Editor ₹ 4.8 LPA
Administrative Assistant ₹ 3.7 LPA
Educational Consultant ₹ 4.5 LPA
Journalist ₹ 4.1 LPA

FAQs

The online BA programme is an undergraduate degree offered in various domains of arts provided by some top universities via online mode. It permits learners to get a degree remotely, without hampering their personal life, workload and other responsibilities.

Yes, you can study BA in correspondence.

Yes, distance BA degree done from a UGC approved college/university is valid in India.

No, BA programme is of minimum 3 years duration.

There are several specialisation in offered in BA degree such as Geology, History, English, Fine Arts, Journalism, Psychology and much more. You can choose your specialisation as per your convenience.

First, complete your 10+ 2 education from a recognised board. Starting by finding a good university and the right specialisation. Then check your eligibility and apply with proper documents. Final step involves paying the course. This is a generifc view, which is followed by most universities.

Yes, online degrees are equally credible in the market.

Yes, many universities provide placement assistance to the students pursuing Online MBA. They also offer assistance in networking where you can connect with alumni, experts, and faculty and get valuable insights. This will help in connecting students with potential employers.

UGC has given equal weightage to online, distance and regular MBA degrees. So yes, an Online MBA degree holds a lot of value when it comes to career growth and professional development.

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