Winter 2010- Admissions open for all courses

Sikkim Manipal University Distance Education Programme Announces Admissions Open For All Courses

Making Quality Higher Education Simple for working professionals

·         The SMU-DE admissions targets aspirants for both UG and PG programs across Management & Commerce, Information Technology, Journalism, Vocational
Sciences and Allied Health

·         Application forms available at over 700+ learning centres covering 310 cities in the country

·         SMU-DE courses are offered in a flexible format inclusive of self-learning material, counselling at learning centres & through EduNxt,  a next
generation technology infused virtual learning system accessible via internet

·         SMU-DE courses are DEC Approved, UGC Recognised & ISO 9001:2000 certified

·         For details log on to http: www.smude.edu.in or Call: 1800 266 7979 (toll free)

Bangalore, Monday November 22, 2010: SMU-DE, one of the largest providers of Distance Education in India, has announced opening of admissions for
the Winter 2010 season. Applications to various courses are available at over
710+ SMU-DE Learning Centres covering 310 cities across India.

For details, log on to www.smude.edu.in or Call: 1800 266 7979 (toll free). Or feel free to write to us at info@smude.edu.in and we will get back to you at the
earliest.

The University offers Post Graduate, Graduate, Post Graduate Diploma and Diploma programs across 10 disciplines mentored by the best of faculty and industry experts. The
disciplines include Allied Health Sciences, IT, Mass Communication &
Journalism, Biotechnology, Apparel & Fashion Designing, Hospitality,
Telecom Technology, Commerce and Management. In addition, SMU-DE has recently
launched new and advanced specializations in Total Quality Management, Operations
Management and Project Management for its MBA program.

Aspirants enrolling for this session (and onwards) will also stand to gain through the newly launched next generation learning system ‘EduNxt’ accessible via
internet. EduNxt with its flexibility, convenience and accessibility offers a
first of its kind learning environment in India that bridges constraints of
time and space. With EduNxt one can do small group mentoring, access
virtual classrooms, simulation and other interactive content, self-study
content, recorded presentations and shared browsing. EduNxt empowers
students with anywhere, anytime access. Students will now experience a
‘portable campus’, ‘carry along mentors’ and will have access to over one
million online books and journals – all at their fingertips at all times!

Additionally, SMU-DE grants lateral entry to those with managerial experience. Under the Lateral Entry scheme, the first semester is waived, allowing for faster
completion of the course. The SMU-DE programmes combine academic rigour with
personalized learning environment so working professionals who are short of
time but not ambition, take that crucial step to a great career that will only
enhance one’s career opportunities in the longer run.

SMU-DE is recognised & appreciated by students for its efficient processes like – prompt delivery of study materials to students, conduct of scheduled
examinations, on-time declaration of results & swift dispatch of
certificates & degrees. Our students number more than 3,00,000 across 52
countries is a strong testimony to the success of our program.

For details on admission, visit http://mba.smude.edu.in/

About SMU-DE
Sikkim Manipal University is a unique public-private initiative between the Govt. of Sikkim and Manipal Education. SMU, a state University, is recognized
by the UGC, Ministry of HRD and is a member of the Associations of Indian
Universities. The Distance Education Council has granted recognition to all
Distance Education programs offered under the aegis of SMU (Sikkim Manipal
University). The SMU Directorate of Distance Education is ISO 9001:2000
certified.