IGNOU MBA Syllabus

IGNOU MBA Syllabus Program Overview

IGNOU offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program through its School of Management Studies (SOMS). This program is designed to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for managing businesses effectively in today’s dynamic and competitive environment.

Specializations Offered

IGNOU offers specializations in four distinct areas within its MBA program, allowing students to focus their studies according to their career interests and aspirations. The specializations are:

Operations Management
Financial Management
Marketing Management
Human Resource Management

Each specialization includes a set of courses that provide in-depth knowledge and skills relevant to the chosen field, enabling students to tailor their MBA education to align with their career goals.

Minimum Passing Marks

To successfully qualify for a course, a student must obtain at least a ‘C’ grade in both continuous and term-end examinations. The overall average grade should also be at least a ‘C’ for the successful completion of the course.

Grade Conversion:

A = 80% and Above
B = 60% to 79.9%
C = 50% to 59.9%
D = 40% to 49.9%
E = Below 40%

Course Structure

The IGNOU MBA program is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of management through core courses, specialization courses, and project work.

Core Courses (80 Credits)

Number of Courses: 20 core courses (coded MMPC-001 to MMPC-020)
Credit Allocation: Each core course carries 4 credits
Content: Covers fundamental areas of management, including:
- Management Functions and Behavior
- Human Resources Management
- Economic and Social Environment
- Accounting and Finance for Managers
- Marketing Management
- Information Systems for Managers
- Quantitative Analysis for Managerial Applications
- Managerial Economics
- Organizational Design, Development, and Change
- Strategic Management

Specialization Courses (28 Credits)

Number of Courses: 7 specialization courses
Credit Allocation: Each specialization course carries 4 credits
Specialization Areas: Students choose one specialization from:
- Operations Management
- Financial Management
- Marketing Management
- Human Resource Management

Project Course (8 Credits)

Course Code: MMPP-001
Credit Allocation: Equivalent to two regular courses (8 credits)
Purpose: Requires students to undertake a research project in their chosen specialization area, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world managerial problems.

Course code	Course Title	Course code		Course Title
Semester -1 (7 Courses)		Semester-2 (7 Courses)
MMPC-001	Management Functions and Organisational Processes	MMPC-008	Information Systems for Managers
MMPC-002	Human Resource Management	MMPC-009	Management of Machines and Materials
MMPC-003	Business Environment	MMPC-010	Managerial Economics
MMPC-004	Accounting for Managers	MMPC-011	Social Processes and Behavioural Issues
MMPC-005	Quantitative Analysis for Managerial Applications	MMPC-012	Strategic Management
MMPC-006	Marketing Management	MMPC-013	Business Laws
MMPC-007	Business Communication	MMPC-014	Financial Management
Semester-3 (7 Courses)		Semester-4 (7 Courses)
MMPC-015	Research Methodology for Management Decisions	MMPC-017	Advanced Strategic Management
MMPC-016	International Business Management	MMPC-018	Entrepreneurship
MMPP-001	Project Course (Equivalent to 2 Courses)	MMPC-019	Total Quality Management
		MMPC-020	Business Ethics and CSR
and Four courses from any one area of the specialization		and Three courses from any one area of the specialization

Specialization Courses to be opted in the III Semester

Financial Management Area				Human Resource Management Area
MMPF-001	Working Capital Management			MMPH-001	Organizational Theory and Design
MMPF-002	Capital Investment and Financing Decisions			MMPH-002	Human Resource Development
MMPF-003	Management Control Systems			MMPH-004	Industrial and Employment Relations
MMPF-006	Management of Financial Services			MMPH-007	Compensation and Rewards Management
Marketing Management Area				Operations Management Area
MMPM-001	Consumer Behaviour			MMPO-001	Operations Research
MMPM-002	Sales Management			MMPO-002	Project Management
MMPM-003	Product and Brand Management			MMPO-005	Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MMPM-005	Marketing of Services			MMPO-006	Materials Management
		Services Management Area
		MMPH-002	Human Resource Development
		MMPO-005	Logistics and Supply Chain Management
		MMPF-006	Management of Financial Services
		MMPM-005	Marketing of Services

Specialization Courses to be opted in the IV Semester

Financial Management Area			Human Resource Management Area
MMPF-004	Security Analysis and Portfolio Management		MMPH-005	Organisational Development and Change
MMPF-005	International Financial Management		MMPH-006	Organisational Dynamics
MMPF-011	Management of Insurance Services		MMPH – 009	International Human Resource Management
Marketing Management Area			Operations Management Area
MMPM-004	International Marketing		MMPO-003	Operations Management
MMPM-006	Marketing Research		MMPO-004	Management Information Systems
MMPM-007	Integrated Marketing communication		MMPO-007	Maintenance Management
MMPM-009	Retail Management		MMPO-008	International Logistics and Supply Chain Management
	Services Management Area
	MMPM-009	Retail Management
	MMPF-011	Management of Insurance Services
	MMPB-005	Marketing of Financial Services

Accessing Study Materials

Study Material Dispatch:
- Physical Copies: IGNOU provides printed study materials dispatched to the address provided during admission.
- Online Tracking: Students can track the dispatch status through the IGNOU website or by contacting their regional center.
eGyankosh Platform:
- Online Access: IGNOU offers study materials online through the eGyankosh platform (https://egyankosh.ac.in/).
- Registration: Students can register using their enrollment number and credentials to access and download materials.
IGNOU Mobile App:
- Features: Provides access to study materials, announcements, notifications, and more.
- Download: Materials can be downloaded for offline access.
Study Centers and Regional Centers:
- Collection: Students can collect materials from their designated centers.
Library Services:
- Access: Regional and study center libraries offer additional reference materials and digital resources.

Important Links

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