Importance of PGDM equivalent to MBA by AIU

Many students have to happen this ambiguity about PGDM and MBA, to answer them in the simplest way possible the Former one is a Diploma whereas the Latter one is a Post Graduate Degree. Many MBA Aspirants may get confused if PGDM is the right choice as it’s a Diploma Programme but to make this further clear an MBA degree can be conferred only by universities whereas a standalone institute can provide Diploma if not associated to any university.

Now coming to the most crucial difference that will answer why PGDM is equivalent to MBA from certain institutes is because of the affiliation given by AIU. The Association of India Universities is an agency that certifies the equivalence of a PGDM programme to a post-graduate management degree.

What is AIU and what is its role?

Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is an agency of major universities in India, based in Delhi. The function of AIU is to accord recognition of Degrees/ Diplomas awarded by the Universities in India, which are recognised by the UGC, New Delhi, and abroad for the purpose of admission to higher degree courses in different universities. A PGDM programme is certified as equivalent to MBA degree by the AIU after evaluating the curriculum of the PGDM programme. Another condition for the award of the equivalence certificate is whether the institute is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

VES Business School (VBS) is awarded the “Certificate of Equivalence” by AIU, as it is accredited by NBA, which means, the institute’s PGDM course is equivalent to a Post Graduate Management Degree.

Benefits of pursuing AIU recognised PGDM

Among many benefits of pursuing AIU recognised PGDM, two most important are:

• PGDM equivalent to MBA by AIU graduates can also pursue PhD in foreign countries as well as in India.
• PGDM equivalent to MBA by AIU graduates can also apply for government jobs where eligibility criteria is MBA degree or equivalent.

Vivekanand Business School has been ranked by various reputed agencies like NIRF, Times of India and many more. Apart from being certified with Equivalence to MBA degree students at VBS are exposed to a strong curriculum that matches Industry’s requirements as the curriculum is designed by academics and industry experts. VES Business School PGDM Programme also offers Internship Opportunities, Consultancy, Research and Live Projects. Focus is given on the holistic development of each and every PGDM Student.

Note: The views expressed in this article are that of Vivekanand Business School institute and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha