Sikkim Manipal University

Wednesday, 10 August 2011

Learning Methodology through Edu Nxt

EduNxt 


EduNxt is the next-generation interactive learning system that is designed to change the way a student learns. Convenient and easy to use, EduNxt enables a collaborative and interactive environment for learning and includes small group mentoring, creates virtual classroom environment, simulation and other interactive content, self-study content, recorded presentations and shared browsing.

Some of the benefits of EduNxt are:
  • Recreates classroom environment
  • Access to rich educational resources across Manipal Education’s institutions
  • The only platform that enables job placement and soft-skills training
  • Commitment to improve quality of professional education though distance mode, leading to higher acceptance amongst employers
EduNxt: A spice for every recipe
  • Industry mentor chats - Get a chance to interact with the best business minds and experts in various areas. The industry mentor chat is held every week where industry experts come and mentor our students
  • Academic mentor chats - A student can chat with the university faculty to clear doubts on various topics
  • Dashboard - A student can plan his/ her study timetable in a much better way. He/ She can now track further progress and keep a count on what has been read and what’s remaining
  • Soft skills - Watch videos, PPTs and read articles to further hone individual skills
Other features
  • Peer to Peer Chats
  • Assignments
  • Assessments 
  • Discussion forums
  • Videos
  • Model Question papers
  • Student space 
  • Blogs
  • Alerts 
  • News
  • Project guidance 
  • Online Books
  • Counselling
  • Career Guidance
EduNxt supports all courses offered by SMU-DE.

Tuesday, 9 August 2011

Reasons to do MBA


If you want to improve your skills and knowledge, have better job prospects, and earn more money, then perhaps you're considering studying an MBA.

Here's why you should.

1. The Masters in Business Administration is the most popular business qualification, and is recognised the world over. No matter where you are, or who you work for, the hard work that went into getting your qualification will be respected.
2. Whilst studying, you'll learn the principles of management, and how to lead, delegate, and do everything that is expected of the modern manager. With very few managers actually receiving any management training at all, you'll have a head start on them.
3. You'll be able to widen your business skills and experiences, so whether you've recently finished university, or been working for a few years, you'll be able to learn a lot.
4. As well as business skills, you'll develop better personal skills, so that you can talk to people of all ages, and levels. As a manager, communication is extremely important.
5. There are many aspects to the MBA. You'll want to learn more about marketing, sales administration, financial management. 
7. Having an employee with an MBA could make a huge difference to a company, and having access to such wealth of business acumen and knowledge could help increase turnover and profit.
9. If you do decide to leave your current position, then having an MBA will dramatically improve your job prospects. You'll stand out from the competition, and potential employers will know the skills and experience you have, and the benefits you can bring.
10. As well as a better job, you can also expect a higher salary, no matter whether you stay in your current position, get promoted or move on. If you've got an MBA, then you'll be much more valuable.
Now you know more about why it's so important and beneficial, perhaps you should study and get your MBA.

MBA Education: The right course for a bright future


 MBA Education: The right course for a bright future:

Corporate India is on an all time high in hiring. Indian and global companies eye India as a lucrative option due to its immense manpower. In such a scenario there is potent demand for skilled and well-trained managers. A degree in Management is the need of the hour.

Now the question arises- which course should you opt for? With a range of traditional and innovative MBA courses on offer it is necessary to choose the right stream. Something that you're passionate about, something that you have confidence in, a subject that is your strong point should be your preferred field. A typical MBA program has a primary curriculum like finance, human resource, business management, international business, information technology, communication management, the list is endless. Secondary curriculum gives you a choice of electives.

The Hospitality and Tourism industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in India. This industry is facing a huge shortage of qualified and experienced professionals who can take care of its growing demands. Upcoming luxury hotels, booming aviation industry, tourism development have led to opening of new opportunities in these fields. In such a scenario an MBA in Hospitality and Tourism certainly gives you an edge.

With companies relying heavily on the development and mobilization of their human resource- MBA in Human Resource Management is fast becoming a lucrative career option. A degree in HRM turns you into a manager responsible for the quality of human resource in an organization. It helps you deal with personnel management and industrial relations.

The IT industry is ruling the economy. In such a scenario a MBA degree in Systems Management is a lucrative option. This course will make you skilled in systems consultancy, account management, systems department of organizations, business development and sales & marketing. You are trained to develop Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions.

If you love numbers then MBA Finance is the right choice for you. It’s the need of every organization from the IT sector to business conglomerates and even NGOs. A management degree in Finance enables you to understand and deal with the dynamic business needs of an enterprise like accounting, economics, banking, market structure etc.

Interested in brand management, customer insight and market research? MBA in marketing is for you. You will learn about the entire gamut of marketing activities of an enterprise or product like market research, sales & distribution, product or brand development. This is an evergreen field with scores of jobs across every level available at all the times.

Other popular courses that you can choose from are Health Care Management, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Management, Information Systems, International Business Management, Internet Marketing, Operations Management. But remember, more important is what the stream you choose, because ultimately your work and life thereafter will revolve around your stream of choice.

The Benefits of an MBA Education


The Benefits of an MBA Education:
An MBA is a professional degree. It will help accelerate your business career and create many opportunities for career switches into highly-sought-after positions in consulting, investment banking, and venture capital.
In two years or less, you will become well-versed in such areas as finance, management, marketing, and strategy. You will also learn a whole new way to analyze business issues and be exposed to powerful techniques to help sell yourself to your full potential.
Since the economy is not showing signs of accelerating anytime soon, then these two years (assuming you attend a traditional two-year, full-time program) sharpening your job skills, improving your resume, and expanding your network look even more attractive.
In addition to giving you additional career flexibility and helping you switch occupations, a degree from a top program will increase your earnings potential by over 150%. It's pretty tough to do that by staying put for 2 more years!
Career Choices
In the short term, an education from a top program can help you gain valuable work experience with employers such as a consulting firm, investment bank, or venture capital group. You will also have opportunities to work for a more "stable" Fortune 500 company in business planning, investor relations, or corporate development.
In the long term, these valuable experiences can position you for a senior-level management position. What is not always widely known about a business school education is that it can also help you in more non conventional ways. By sharpening your analytical skills, you will be better suited to excel in the government and non profit sectors, although admittedly a public policy degree will prepare you equally as well.

The Part-Time MBA program


 Part Time MBA
As more and more workplaces are deciding to subsidize their employees through the MBA process, the part-time alternative is becoming very commonplace. Even for those not sponsored by their company, the part-time option is a viable one, since the student has a continuous income flow to help finance the degree. One of many advantages of a part-time program is certainly the on-the-job application of classroom skills.
There are many factors to consider when deciding which schools and part-time program to attend. Convenience to your work and home are primary considerations in order to minimize on your commuting time. The difference between correspondence MBA and Regular MBA is in the interaction and exposure. If you are working then you can get exposure and interaction from your work place.

Part-Time MBA - Pros:
  • As a part-time MBA student you will continue to earn your full salary.
  • Oftentimes, the student is sponsored by his or her employer. If this applies to you, your investment in time and money is felt to a lesser degree.
  • You will be exposed to other seasoned professionals who will share work experiences and outlooks in their particular field of expertise.
  • You will have the ability to apply what you learn as you learn it.
  • Going to school part-time will permit you to simultaneously move ahead in your current employment as you advance your studies.
  • If you, as a part-time graduate, decide to change jobs or occupations, potential employers like to see experienced hires who have demonstrated the ability to multitask.
  • Potential employers may place less weight on the prestige of the school you attend (for example, choosing to go to a local school for convenience's sake rather than a more reputed school in a neighboring town).
  • Since most part-time graduates remain with their current employers - in new jobs or with additional responsibilities - they reap the benefits of a new position without the stress and costs related to researching a new employer.
  • No relocation is necessary.
  • Many schools do not differentiate between the part-time and full-time programs. The professors are the same, and the schools fully endow both programs and empower both student bodies.