Credibility of Ph.D from IGNOU... Will there be a stigma of "distance learning" associated ?

[Sree]

Friends,

Priyanka Chaudhary has raised a valid concern that could be in the mind of many of us.  Concern on IGNOU Ph.D as a distance learning course/degree and whether it would be considered at par with Ph.Ds from other universities.  I open this as a new topic for future reference.

We all know that IGNOU maintains high standards in curriculum, at the same time there is always the stigma of "open learning" associated with the degrees.

I completed my MBA from IGNOU in 1997.  A few organizations still maintain a derogatory attitude towards qualification from open universities.  Infosys is a good example.  It is a contradiction that IT companies who vocalize so much about online and distance learning maintaining such a delineation.

In my work environment, I have heard people speak very highly of IGNOU ; "not very easy to get through" kind of thing.  In academic circles, people are still conservative about online and distance learning.  This is mainly because of the low standards maintained by some universities.

It would be great to hear experiences from other members on this.

Priyanka :  Thank you very much for voicing this concern which is a very valid one and something that has been haunting me too :-)!

best regards,

-Sree

[Renu Saini]

I also want to add here that it is important how much knowledgeable we are.  

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[krishnadas sankar]

 My personal view on doing PhD through Distance learning:

IGNOU is said to have a good name in terms of the quality of education and the learning material they provide. PhD being offered recently, they will definitely maintain their standards for this program. When I talked about IGNOU to many, there is no negative remarks that I have heared so far. Also, in my view, it is only the knowledge we gain and demonstrate that will talk loud!

S.Krishnadas

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[Jayasree Bibi]

When I enquired about it, one of my teachers who has a PhD (from Manipal University) told me that PhD from any university (provided it is approved by UGC) is accepted. PhD is not a must qualification, additional quali only. Every university follows the same strategy. If you take our guides, they are probably enlisted in many universities as guides. PhD is more of self work under guidance. I feel the output is that what matters. More over IGNOU is a national university which maintains its standards. We have presentations, contact classes... so it is part time.. we do have course syllabus to compare....

we cannot say all the colleges which offer regular courses are keeping high  standard...

 

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[Sundar Narasimhan]

Dear All,

1)  It depends what we want to do Ph.D. for.  If I want to pursue basic research leading to a major recognition, I should pursue a direct and full time Ph.D. from a University.  Take a JRF exam, and go to TIFR or IISC or other institutes and pursue a full time Ph.D.

2)  Many working professionals want to do a Ph.D. in an area they've worked for 10-25 years.  For them Ph.D. is more of a passion and it helps them get well grounded in the current  literature and body of knowledge of the times and then they come up with some concrete finding or novel model from their own experience and also the research work that they do.  For this kind of work, what we need is a good local guide (Expert) under whose guidance Ph.D. can be pursued.  The efforts of IGNOU is enabling these kind of bright professionals to pursue their passion and contribute to the body of knowledge and also gain professional benefits which flow from possessing a Ph.D.

3)  I've come across many doctorates from different universities and after interacting, I ask myself - "Who awarded them Ph.D.,?".

4)  As regards IGNOU, I've seen many professionals do their PG courses in IGNOU and toil to be able to take up exams.  IGNOU has built that enviable reputation as a quality and professional Long Distance Education provided and comparable with the very best of the lot.

5)  I'm sure Colleges and Universities do recognise a Ph.D. from IGNOU and hence it will accrue benefits to the teaching fraternity accordingly.

My two pence.

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[kanagaraj k]

Dear All

 

Regarding the stigma of doing PhD from open University , YES there are few people and organizations that show a bias to open uni. Degrees.

 

however, with IGNOU the credibility is HIGH. secondly our research should speak for itself rather than the UNiversity from where we do it.

 

So pleae dont bother abt it.

 

regards

Kanagaraj.K

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[Sree]

Friends,

Came across an article on this topic that you may find interesting:  

http://digitallearning.eletsonline.com/2008/03/iits-and-iims-to-adopt-distance-education/

best regards,

-Sree

[NISHITH SINHA]

Hi Mr. Sree thanks for accept my invitation and get a chance in your blog.  Mr. Sree i would like to know that, what is the difference is pursuing phd directly and after mphil. I think through mphil it is waste of time. dont you think so.

Nishith

[Sreekumar Parameswaran]

Nishith,

My understanding is that a person with M.Phil gets a year or year and half waived on the total duration of the Ph.D course.  Besides,  he need not undergo courses that he has already covered for M.Phil (Research Methodology, Statistics etc.).

In essence, I feel there is no additional time being spent on M.Phil - you save the effort while doing Ph.D.

Personally, I felt good completing M.Phil because it gave me an opportunity to work on a dissertation after a long time (completed my P.G in 1997) and brush up on my statistics and research methodology courses.  To be frank, as I review my M.Phil thesis now, I understand that it did not have substantial analysis.  This realization is good learning and I am sure will help me while conducting research.  In a nutshell, I do not regret having done M.Phil at all.

Let us also hear others' opinions on the subject.

Hope you had a great Diwali :-)!!

best regards,

-Sree

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[Jimmy K]

v r exempted from entrance , bcos of M.phil.  :-)

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[Jayasree Bibi]

M Phil did help me a lot. we study research methodology and statistics in detail...I never tell that the two yrs are a waste. we can finish the PhD in 2 yrs. I agree with your opinion Sree

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[NISHITH SINHA]

Thanks Sree. Thanks for your valuable suggesition.

Happy Diwali for you and your family members.

Sree i came to know that few university apart from IGNOU conduct PHD. One of the university is CMJ. It is recognised as private university in ugc website. Is it the right option to do phd from cmj? I already spoke with the university coordinator in kolkata. they assure me about the recognition of university. Kindly suggest.

Nishith

[Sreekumar Parameswaran]

Nishith,

I hear of this university for the first time. It's website says " Established by the Government of Meghalaya as per a UGC Act".  As such it should be recognized institution.

I did not see PhD in the list of courses offered, though.

Nishith, please note that I am Ph.D. aspirant like all others in this group.  You should NOT assume that I am knowledgeable regards to Universities, their recognition etc. more than anyone in this group.

Let us wait to hear from others as well on this.

best regards,

-Sree

 

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[Biman Raj Chettri]

The PhD from this CJ university is valid but since it is easily available the research work will not be commendable. If you want to tag PhD in your name then do it but if you really interested with your research work that gives credibility with name and fame then do from reputed university including from IGNOU. So, its your choice what you want degree with money or knowledge with degree. 

Regards,

Biman Raj Chettri 

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[NISHITH SINHA]

Sree.

        where from you did your mphil?

[Sreekumar Parameswaran]

From Madurai Kamaraj University.

-Sree

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[Anita Gupta]

i wnt to contact net qualified person in physics in delhi
is any one or kindly refer any one
thanks

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[Chittaranjan Behera]

Dear Friends,

just now I personally met Dr. P.C.Basak regarding PhD in Management Jan-13 cycle.  Shortlisting of application  for  Ph.D in Management is in process. And the eligible candidates are supposed to get the call within 3 weeks. However the unofficial criteria for shortlisting is 

1.Min. of 5 years of Exp. after completion  of M.B.A. 

2. If criteria of Sl.No.1 is fullfilled then the Quality of experience would be considered.

Failing above criteria, a candidate would not be communicated by IGNOU,

Dr. Basak also unofficially assured me that in no case more than 12 candidates would be considered for Ph.D. programme ifor Jan'13 cycle. . The shortlisting of 12 candidates would be done considering the above criteria & Interview.

Regards.

Chittaranjan

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[Chittaranjan Behera]

Dear Friends,

just now I personally met Dr. P.C.Basak regarding PhD in Management Jan-13 cycle.  Shortlisting of application  for  Ph.D in Management is in process. And the eligible candidates are supposed to get the call within 3 weeks. However the unofficial criteria for shortlisting is 

1.Min. of 5 years of Exp. after completion  of M.B.A. 

2. If criteria of Sl.No.1 is fullfilled then the Quality of experience would be considered.

Failing above criteria, a candidate would not be communicated by IGNOU,

Dr. Basak also unofficially assured me that in no case more than 12 candidates would be considered for Ph.D. programme for Jan'13 cycle. . The shortlisting of 12 candidates would be done considering the above criteria, Quality of research topic & Interview.

Regards.

Chittaranjan

On Fri, Jan 4, 2013 at 1:32 PM, Anita Gupta <anita.g...@gmail.com> wrote:

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[Sundar Narasimhan]

Dear Chittaranjan,

Thanks for the feedback.

Wonderful!!

All the best.

Sundar

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[Lata Kaushik]

Any info about Phd in Commerce?

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[Chittaranjan Behera]

Lata 

I'm sorry that I could not gathered any information regarding Ph.D in Commerce.

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[Biman Raj Chettri]

Dear All, 

Happy and great to inform you that I have just received my NET qualified certificate in Management. Now keeping my firm determination for the P.hD  in Management from IGNOU and also wish others all the best. 

Regards,

Biman Raj Chettri. 

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[Kanagaraj K]

Congrats Biman !!!!!!!

 

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[Sreekumar Parameswaran]

Biman,

This is a great achievement,  congratulations!

-Sree

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[mms...@gmail.com]

Pls suggest me that pacific university Rajastan is offering Phd do i go for it or not

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>>>>>>>>> this group. *You should NOT assume that I am knowledgeable

>>>>>>>>> regards to Universities, their recognition etc. more than anyone in this

>>>>>>>>> group.*

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[Arindam Ghosh]

Please check the validity of the said university from the UGC official website.  If it is enlisted, then go for it.

Regards,

Arindam

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[Tusher Kanti Roy Choudhury]

Any body can help me whether I am selected or not ? for Ph.D in management streem from ignou

From ist list my name was there but rigj\ht now I dont get any information from ignou

Tusher Kanti Roychoudhury

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[Sundar Narasimhan]

Dear Sirs,

Today I spoke to Dr. Bhasak.  He was saying that the shortlisting will happen by end of next week and that we will know the fate of our applications by Monday next - 11th Feb 2013.

Thanks n Regards

Sundar

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[Lata Kaushik]

Any information for Phd Commerce?

[Mohammed Sadullah Khan]

Thanks for the update.

Best Regards,

Mohammed Sadullah Khan,B.Sc.,M.B.A., F.I.I.I.,F.C.I.I. (U.K.)

Chartered Insurance Practitioner,

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[Tusher Kanti Roy Choudhury]

Thank u Mr.Sundar for given me updated information about PhD applicant status of management from ignou

with best regards

Mr.T.K.Roychoudhury

HR Manager

09874745557

[Upendra Dharmadhikari]

Thanks Sundar for update on PHD management admission information. It would be great if you can share contact details of Dr. Bhasak so we can also be touch with for further details.

Regards

Upendra

Upendra Dharmadhikari
+91-9899692767

[Sundar Narasimhan]

It is very difficult to get his landline - if you call through several days and if he is free then you may get through.  

His landline is (011)29573005

Best Regards

Sundar

[murugan sakthivel]

Thanks for the updates.

M.SAKTHIVEL M.Tech, MBA(operations, HR, Finance, Marketig Mgt), M.PHIL(Mgt), MA(Organizational & Clinical Psychology), M.Sc Yoga for Human Excellence, PGD in Higher Education And (Ph.D Engg)

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Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2013 12:48:57 +0530
Subject: Re: Re: Credibility of Ph.D from IGNOU... Will there be a stigma of "distance learning" associated ?
From: sundar...@gmail.com
To: igno...@googlegroups.com

[Biman Raj Chettri]

Has anyone got any news about the PhD in Management. We all was expecting to get information in the middle of Jan.2013 but its already Feb. Or is it that we are left or what ? 

Regards,

Biman Raj Chettri. 

[Sundar Narasimhan]

Month end or so I understand.

All the best!

Sundar