NSOU BA Distance Course

NSOU MBA Distance Course

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration programme offered by the NSOU. Apply online for the 2026-27 academic years and Visit the official website for more information. This course can lead to a career in finance, management, entrepreneurship, human resource and technology fields.

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Course Overview of NSOU MBA Distance Learning from NSOU

Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) offers a Master of Business Administration programme with the aim of providing quality education in a flexible and affordable environment to those who are unable to take regular classes. An MBA programme offered by NSOU is Approved by the UGC-DEB and All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE).This programme is designed to develop needed skills required for a career in business and management.

An MBA programme equips learners with the theoretical knowledge and analytical tools necessary to manage the progressive business. NSOU offers specialization in three groups including Financial Management (FM), MarketingManagement (MM) and Human Resource Management (HRM).

These elective groups consist of 6 courses and it is mandatory for students to select ten courses from three groups to complete the MBA degree programme.

Eligibility Criteria and Course Duration of MBA at Netaji Subhash Open University

NSOU (Netaji Subhas Open University) offers an MBA programme in the minimum duration of 2 years and maximum duration of 5 years.

To pursue the Master of Business Administration programme from NSOU, candidates need to complete their Bachelor’s degree in Law/ Engineering/ Pharmacy/ Architecture. Applicants must secure at least 50% of aggregate marks at graduation level.

Applicants need to go through the Management Entrance Test (NSOU- MET) and the Personal Interview (PI). The candidates selected on the basis of the result of NSOU- MET & PI. NSOU has no requirement of minimum or maximum age limit.

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UGC Entitled

University Grants Commission - Distance Education Bureau

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Grade NAAC A Accredited

Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council

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AICTE Accredited

All India Council for Technical Education

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NIRF Ranking

National Institutional Ranking Framework

MBA Distance Course Syllabus

MBA Distance Course Syllabus

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Distance Learning - Syllabus
Semester I Semester II Semester III Semester IV
Paper Code Subject Paper Code Subject Paper Code Subject Paper Code Subject
CP-101Principles and Processes of Management CP-201Strategic Management CP-301Marketing Management EPHRM-01 / EPHRM-02 HRM Policy & Strategy / Industrial Psychology and Organization Dynamics
CP-102Micro Economics CP-202Macro Economics CP-302Human Resource Management EPHRM-03 / EPHRM-04HRM-Planning & Utilization / Cross Cultural & Global HRM
CP-103Business Environment CP-203Managerial Skill Development CP-303Financial Management EPHRM-05 / EPHRM-06Management of Industrial Relations / Human Resource Accounting and Compensation Management
CP-104Statistics for Managers CP-204Operations Research CP-304Project & Viva-Voce (70+30) --
CP-105Accounting for Managers CP-205Research Methodology EPMM-01 / EPMM-02 Sales and Distribution Management / Advertising & Sales Promotion Management --
CP-106Computer Applications in Management & MIS CP-206Business Legislation EPMM-03 / EPMM-04 Consumer Behavior and Customer Relationship Management / International Marketing --
CP-107Organizational Behaviour CP-207Operations Management EPMM-05 / EPMM-06 Marketing Research / Marketing of Services --
BA Distance Course Fees

MBA Distance Course Fees at NSOU

Master of Business Administration (MBA) fee at Netaji Subhas Open University is INR 1 lakh for the entire programme which can be paid in installments per semester of INR 25,000. The programme fee is paid through the university's website after confirming admission. Candidates also have pay some additional charges which includes:

Fee Type Amount (INR)
Programme Fee INR 25,000 (per semester)
Application Fee INR 275
Enrollment Fee INR 175
Migration Fee INR 25
Annual Development Fee INR 175
Identity Cum Registration Card INR 100
Total Amount INR 25750
FAQ Section

Frequently Asked Questions (MBA - NSOU)

Q1. What is the fee range of MBA (Master of Business Administration) programme at NSOU?
An MBA programme fee at Netaji Subhas Open University is INR 1,00,000, which can be paid semester-wise in installments of INR 25,000 each.
Q2. Can I take direct admission in the MBA programme at NSOU?
No, you cannot take direct admission. Candidates need to clear the Management Entrance Test (NSOU-MET) and the Personal Interview (PI).
Q3. Is Netaji Subhas Open University MBA degree valid?
Yes, the MBA programme is recognized by the UGC-DEB and approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE).
Q4. What is the eligibility criteria required for NSOU’s MBA programme?
Candidates must have completed their graduation in Law, Engineering, Pharmacy, or Architecture from a recognized university with at least 50% marks.