What is the difference between PGDM and MBA?

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

MBA is offered by 'universities' or 'colleges that are affiliated to universities' or central body directly under the Indian Govt. while PGDM is offered by individual colleges and IIM's. In case you feel satisfied with the answer, please rate this answer by pressing the thumbs up icon or choosing it as a best answer. Do visit Shikha again.

manpreet 2 years ago

These are the few differences between PGDM and MBA that will help you: 1. Though a higher proportion of the syllabus is the same, there are a few dissimilarities that are important for you to know. MBA is more focused on theoretical aspects and is more exam oriented whereas PGDM focuses more on your soft skills and the practical knowledge. 2. Only the colleges that are affiliated to a university can offer MBA and the institutes that are not affiliated to any university are autonomous offer PGDM. 3. There is a difference in the fee structure of these courses. MBAs are more affordable than PGDM as the colleges have to charge as per the norms of the university. 4. Syllabus of PGDM is highly flexible whereas it's not the same with MBA. The institute can change its curriculum based on the needs of the industry but in case of MBA, it takes a lot of time as it is affiliated with a university.

manpreet 2 years ago

There is a slight difference in syllabus. But, it should not bother you. What important is from which college are you pursuing the course. You should concentrate on colleges rather than course.