BBA Distance Education: Admission, Syllabus, Top Colleges, Scope, Jobs, Salary 2023

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BBA distance education is a popular alternative to full-time BBA courses for students who wish to pursue distance learning BBA programs without attending classes in offline mode, or with their part-time/full-time jobs.

There are many government or state colleges known for offering UGC-approved or AICTE accredited BBA distance education programs like IGNOU, Jamia Milia Islamia, Tamil Nadu Open University, UPRTOU Allahabad, etc. Check: BBA Distance Education Colleges in India

Students with minimum qualifying marks in class 10+2 or a diploma after class 10 or class 12 are eligible for admission. Some Universities (IGNOU, TNOU Chennai) conduct entrance tests for admission to BBA courses. The average BBA distance education course fees may range from INR 3,000 to 30,000. 

Career-wise, students can pursue MBA or PGDM after BBA either in full-time or distance education mode. The average salary that is offered to candidates after postgraduation is INR 2-5 LPA, which is likely to increase with expertise and work experience.

BBA Distance Education: Quick Facts

  • BBA distance education duration is 3 years in all of the top universities, except YCMOU Nashik which allows aspiring students to complete BBA within 3-8 years.
  • The minimum eligibility criteria for applying to distance learning BBA programs is clearing class 10, and class 12 exams from a recognized board.
  • Admission to the majority of BBA distance education programs is based on merit, some universities prefer taking admission tests for their distance learning BBA programs (IGNOU).
  • Distance learning BBA courses have low fees than full-time BBA programs i.e. INR 3,000- 30,000.
  • After BBA distance education, you are eligible to apply for MBA programs in any specializations or even in full-time, part-time, distance education, or online mode.

BBA Distance Education Admission 2023

  • In almost all of the BBA distance education institutions, admission is based on the merit of the previous qualifying examination (class 10, class 12, or diploma).
  • Some institutions like IGNOU conduct admission tests for BBA in service management, or Tamil Nadu Open University asks the candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria to take up TNOU BPP for six months. Check: TNOU Admission 
  • Some universities also accept diploma holders after class 10 or class 12 for admission to BBA distance education.
  • BBA distance education takes 3 years to complete, but some Universities such as YCMOU Nashik allow candidates to complete BBA within a period of 8 years.
  • The application process for BBA distance education usually starts from the month of February in IGNOU. Application dates for other distance learning BBA colleges can be checked here: BBA Admission.

Top BBA Distance Education Colleges

College Name Eligibility Average Fees (INR)
IGNOU New Delhi Merit-based admission (on the basis of class 10+2 scores) for BBA in retail management. BBA service management admission is based on entrance test. 20,000-27,000
NGASCE

Pass class 12 with 50% marks

Pass Class 12 with 45% marks and 2 years work experience 

Pass class 10 + 3 years Diploma recognised by AICTE with 55%

1,31,000
YCMOU Nashik Class 10+12 from a recognized board. 16,000
TNOU Chennai Passing classes 10 and 12 from a recognized board or either appear for TNOU BPP for 6 months. 3,850
UPRTOU Allahabad Class 10+2 with commerce as the core stream from a recognized board. 9,200
JMI New Delhi Class 10+2 from a recognized board. 8,800
LPUDE Jalandhar Passing class 10+2, or a diploma of 3 years after class 10, or 2 years diploma after class 12. Admission is merit-based. 25,300
Madras University Distance Education Class 10+2 from a recognized board. 6,570
MKU DDE Madurai Class 10+2 or a 3-year diploma from a recognized board. 3,000
Annamalai University Distance Education Class 10+2 in any discipline. 5,650
ICFAI University Class 10+2 in any discipline from a recognized board. 14,000

BBA Distance Education in IGNOU

  • IGNOU New Delhi is an NCTE, AICTE recognized Institution that offers BBA distance education in two specializations: Retailing and Service Management.
  • Both of the programs are offered for a duration of 3 years, and to be eligible for admission in BBA distance education IGNOU, you need to pass the class 10+2 examination from a recognized board. The admission is purely based on merit for BBA in retailing.
  • BBA in service management is offered in collaboration with Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Limited. The admission is done on the basis of an entrance test for which the candidate needs to be 18 years of age as of January 01.
  • The BBA distance education IGNOU application process commences in the month of February, for more information you can check IGNOU Admission.
  • The course fee for BBA retailing is INR 27,000 and for BBA service management is INR 20,000.

BBA Distance Education Annamalai University

  • Annamalai University (AU DDE) offers BBA in Business Studies and Computer Applications specializations in distance education mode.
  • Admission to BBA distance education programs in Annamalai University is on the basis of merit score in class 10+2 examination from the commerce stream.
  • The course fee for BBA Distance Education program at Annamalai University is INR 5,650.

BBA Distance Education Syllabus

The semester wise syllabus for distance learning BBA programs for a period of 3 years is mentioned below:

Semester I Semester II
Fundamental of Management Foundations of Services Management
Basics of Marketing Focus on the Customer
Written Communication Skills Understanding Customer Requirements
Basic IT Skills Communication and Soft Skills
Internship Report (Workbook) Internship Report (Workbook)
Semester III Semester IV
Understanding Human Behavior Introduction to Service Operations
Basic Quantitative Techniques Service Design
Environmental Studies Service Quality and Improvement
Advanced IT Skills Advanced IT Skills
Internship Report (Workbook) Internship Report (Workbook)
Semester V Semester VI
Economy and Services Managing Service Promises
Delivering and Performing Services Managing Service Operations II
Managing Service Operations I Service Entrepreneurship
Data Processing and Reporting Research Process
Internship Report (Workbook) Internship Report (Workbook)

BBA Distance Education: Scope

  • Pursuing a job after BBA is the most immediate decision taken by the majority of students. Even the students who plan for a master's degree later on go for earning a job experience. 
  • Work experience is beneficial and is even a mandatory requirement in many MBA programs, especially Executive MBA.
  • Though MBA after BTech is a common trend, pursuing MBA after BBA is a beneficial option as students of BBA already have some knowledge related to management and administration.
  • Many students start a new business or take over their family business after BBA. This is a result of the skills earned by them during their BBA course. 
BBA Jobs Average Salary (INR)
Business Development Executive INR 3 LPA
Marketing Executive INR 6.3 LPA
Event Manager INR 4.5 LPA
Account Manager INR 4 LPA
Brand Manager INR 5 LPA

BBA Distance Education: FAQs

Ques: Is IGNOU a government or a Private institution? 

Ans: Indira Gandhi National Open University- IGNOU is a Public, central University, founded by the Government of India. The university is located at Maidan Garhi, New delhi. 

Ques: What is a BBA course? 

Ans: BBA refers to Bachelor's in Business Administration. It is a Bachelor's course in management stream. Students can apply for BBA after they have passed 12th level examination. After BBA, they can have various options and MBA is the most common out of them. 

Ques: How can I pass BBA from IGNOU without studying? 

Ans: Studying will be a compulsion if you are pursuing BBA from IGNOU. You will need to start studying for 2 to 3 hours daily, or at least 4 days a week. Also, you can prepare assignments that will also help you to pass BBA IGNOU. 

Ques: What are the passing marks in IGNOU? 

Ans: The passing marks for Term End Exams in IGNOU for Bachelor's degree is 35 out of 100. And for a masters degree, the minimum passing marks are 4p out of 100. 

Ques: How can I top in IGNOU? 

Ans: Assignments are the key to top IGNOU examinations. Make it a habit to solve assignments everyday. If you really want to top IGNOU, download the assignment papers from the website, and solve them regularly. For the best results, make sure you do not copy paste the answers. 

Ques: Can I apply for 2 courses in IGNOU? 

Ans: Yes, you can apply for courses in IGNOU. IGNOU allows the sole combination of dual degrees that are doable together. You can pursue a degree simultaneously that is not invalid to pursue together. 

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Ques. How good is NMIMS Bangalore for BBA?

● Top Answer By Dabadrita Mukherjee on 01 Aug 22

Ans. The BBA program offered by NMIMS Bangalore is great. The department has a top-notch faculty branch. Most of the faculty members are alumni of reputed B-Schools such as IIM Bangalore, IIM Lucknow, etc. Most of the faculty members are friendly and cooperative.  NMIMS BBA syllabus is extensive. You will learn the recent industry trends and practices. This program is accredited by ANBA, this certification adds more value to the degree.  NMIMS Bangalore placements are good. Around 93% of students get placed from BBA each year. The average CTC received by the students of BBA is around INR 5-6 LPA.Read more
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Ques. What is the fee structure of IPM from IIM INDORE?

● Top Answer By Yatika Mehla on 22 Jan 24

Ans. The IPM fee structure of IIM Indore was last updated on 16th June 2023, for the batch of 2023-28.  For Resident Indian students, the course fee for the first 3 years is Rs. 5 Lakhs per year. This fee is Rs. 7.5 Lakhs per year for International students. Other fees include a Medical Insurance of Rs. 711 each year, a mess deposit of Rs. 54,000 each year, and a refundable caution deposit of Rs. 50,000 in the first year. The caution deposit is refunded after completing the 5 year course. The course fee for 4th and 5th year will be the same as the updated PGP fees for 2026-2028 batch. The cost of lodging, tuition, internet facilities and library is all combined into the total course fee for each year. The course fee does not include textbook cost. The course and mess charges are payable in three installments. IPM students, during the first 3 years, get a shared accommodation. Single room accommodation is made available for 4th and 5th year students.  This is the complete breakdown of fee structure for IPM at IIM Indore.Read more
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Ques. How good is Amity University for a BBA?

● Top Answer By Advait Joshi on 18 Aug 23

Ans. My brother recently completed his BBA from Amity University and gave me an overview of the scenario. Here is a short review of the college Campus and Location: Amity University has an amazing campus life thanks to its huge campus and location. It's located in close proximity to Delhi and Noida. The campus has great facilities making the academic experience better. Academics: Here, students have to depend mostly on self-study as the faculty has no passion for teaching.  Crowd: The crowd quality is great and you will be surrounded by an elite pool of students hailing from the NCR Region. The fests are organized at a huge level and students get to experience amazing campus life.  Return on Investment: The institute offers a very low ROI. you will end up spending a lot of money with not very good placements. So, it's advisable to start preparing for an MBA right from the first year. Most companies coming for BBA students are BPO and KPO.  So, Amity University is a great choice if you have no financial constraints and are looking for a vibrant college life. Read more
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Ques. What would be the placement of the IIM IPM Rohtak course?

● Top Answer By Sumit Mishra on 08 Jul 22

Ans. It’s difficult to predict what would be the IIM Rohtak placement like for the IPM course. It will depend on the institute and the students. How the institute will handle 160 students and what type of exposure and internship opportunities are available for the students.  You can expect the placement for IPM to be decent, as IIM Rohtak has a good placement record for other courses. Read more
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Ques. What is the average package for BBA at Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies Pune? What all companies come for placements?

● Top Answer By Shruti Sharma on 15 May 21

Ans. One of my friends studied BBA at SCM Pune, so I will be able to give you the placement scenario of Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies.  Recruiters that hire students from Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies are KPMG, Accenture, Jindal Steel, Reliance Industries, Aditya Birla Group, ICICI Prudential, Aircel, Ernst & Young, HDFC Bank, RBI, Amazon, Con Hewitt, Kotak Life Insurance, Kellogg India, Sanofi, Tommy Hilfiger.  The salary package can be higher if you put effort and hard work into college. The number keeps fluctuating, so instead of worrying about placement, focus on learning and gaining new knowledge.  You might also get a pre-placement offer where you can do an internship. SCMS gives several opportunities as it is diverse in nature, which usually lacks in other BBA colleges.  Here is the table which will give you placement details of BBA at Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies Pune.  Category Symbiosis Fees INR 9.10 Lakh Average CTC INR 4.5 LPA Highest CTC INR 17 LPA It is better you also invest your time in activities joining clubs, cells, committees, Enactus, boards, societies apart from academics. You will gain several skills including critical management skills.  Therefore, don’t worry much about placements. Focus on gaining knowledge and skills while at college. Welcome every opportunity you get and perform well in it.Read more
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Ques. What is the procedure to do IPM course from IIM Indore?

● Top Answer By Hrida Pathak on 21 Aug 21

Ans. IIM Indore offers an Integrated Program in Management (IPM) which is a 5-year management program. The detailed procedure for admission to the course is given below. Eligibility Criteria:  Passed 12th in 2019, 2020, or appearing in 2021 and secured 60% in 10th examination. Application fee and registration:  Application fee of INR 4,130 (general and NC-OBC candidates) and INR 2,065 (SC/ST/PwD candidates). Register for the entrance test online. Aptitude Test (AT):  Consists of Quantitative Ability (MCQ), Quantitative Ability (Short Answer), and Verbal Ability (MCQ) having a time limit of 1.5 hours. You need to clear the cut-off to appear for the Personal Assessment (PA). Personal Assessment (PA):  It consists of a personal interview (PI) and a writing ability test (WAT). But for 2021-22, only PI will be conducted Final Admission:  It depends on the composite score of your aptitude test and personal assessment. The weightage is PA – 35% and AT – 65%. This is the complete procedure of admission to the IPM course at IIM Indore.Read more
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Ques. What is the ranking of CMS Jain University for a BBA? Is it really good?

● Top Answer By Harry Singh on 15 May 21

Ans. C.M.S Jain University Bangalore is an integral part of Jain University Bangalore. I know a few people from the institute. Here is a brief overview of the institute based on what I heard through them. Highlights:  C.M.S Jain has attracted students from over 25 countries since its establishment. It is considered to be an engineering marvel as it provides a state-of-the-art spatial look.  The institute is well-equipped with an auditorium, a fitness center, a multi-course café, a wifi Campus with a well-designed library, classrooms equipped with the new AV aids, a computer seminar space.  Times B-School, optimum media solutions in partnership with i3RC to carried out its second B School BBA edition in 2017 to review the top management institutes of India. C.M.S was 14th in that Ranking. The courses at the institute are spread over 41 undergraduate, 48 postgraduate, and 56 programs. The University has signed over 87 MOUs.  It has unveiled the "JGI Foundation" with a view to improving social responsibility.  The University ranking by some reputed organizations is as below. Awarded “A” grade by NAAC. Awarded Karnataka Kreeda Poshak Award, a special award from the government of Karnataka for its contribution to the field of sports. It has also acquired 4 stars in the young university category in Karnataka by KSURF iCARE ratings. Ranked 20 for overall by IndiaToday 2020. Ranked 22 for BBA by Times 2020. This should give you a fair idea of the institute.Read more
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Ques. What's the future after completing the IPM at IIM, Indore?

● Top Answer By Aryan Thapar on 26 Aug 21

Ans. Any institute will help you with an arrangement of opportunities, may even get you a job in Finance or Management but it will be your decision, whether you'd want to pursue other interests or be in the job available.  The package offered by IPM would definitely be lower than the one offered by the Engineering+MBA (IIM) program. It will nevertheless give you entrepreneurial skills that can be used if you'd like to and create your own empire. Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, graduated from Manipal Institute of Technology. But he has made his future. So don't worry, just be strategic and utilize your resources.Read more
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Ques. Is the IPM course at IIM Indore better than doing engineering, followed by management in top IIMs?

● Top Answer By Himani Gupta on 20 Aug 21

Ans. If you are willing to pursue MBA after the completion of your engineering then IPM is the good option for you as you can complete your IPM in five years while engineering and MBA together will be for the entire six years. If you go for IPM, you will have one year of job experience after six years.  In the IPM program, you will get to learn relevant courses in the undergraduate (first three years), while the things you will learn in engineering, will not be of much use in an MBA.  IPM gives you a chance of doing an MBA from an IIM. If you want you can also attempt CAT to get into another IIM, after 3 years of the course.  If you are determined to do an MBA after gaining some experience, then IPM gives that option too. After two years of the IPM program, you will have the chance to work for two years. After that, you can come back and pursue your MBA from IIM Indore. Read more
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Ques. What was the highest package at IIM Indore IPM?

● Top Answer By Rahul Menon on 23 Jan 24

Ans. IIM Indore has published a combined report for its PGP and IPM courses, for its 2023 placements. As per the report, the highest package was 1.14 CPA, with 132.6 % increase. The average CTC was 30.21 LPA, and the median CTC was 27.2 LPA. Companies like EY, Google, Accenture, Hitachi, HUL, MAQ Software, etc. visited the campus with job offers.Read more
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