1. Pros/Cons of distance learning and regular MBA courses
While taking MBA Entrance Exams many people consider the option of joining distance
learning MBA Courses due to much different reason. It is important that a candidate
considers their options cautiously since there are both pros and cones linked to distance
learning. Although there may be no option for a candidate but to enroll as a distance learner
it is important that one understands the different factors attached to distance learning.
Pros of distance learning:
 Reduced costs of transportation visiting lectures on a daily basis. This has been
noted to be a costly affair for many MBA candidates taking regular classes.
 Maintenance of a job while pursuing MBA courses thus helping maintain income that
could be contributed to house hold and family expenses.
 Freedom to travel and move to different destination while maintaining MBA Courses.
This means one could continue pursuing future studies even when situated on a
different city or state.
 You have the option of learning at your own pace thus helping many to have better
understanding of the professional requirements.
 Candidates have the opportunity to learn using their own techniques and resort to
new technology to help improve learning.
Cons linked to distance learning:
 MBA Entrance Exams can not be taken online and candidates must visit the
specified designations
 Distance learning require a candidate to be connected to the internet and many
distance learning programs will require a fast internet connection that is more costly
that a slow one.
 You need to plan out a proper login schedule that does not clash with office hours as
many bosses do not allow distance learner to log on to university sites while at work.
 Lake of one to one iteration with lecturers and other candidates could lead to a
feeling of isolation. This is especially exhibited when a candidate comes across a
problem that requires being resolved but without a lecturer or councilor they require
to resort to other resolutions.
 Candidates need to invest in equipment for distance learning such as computers, and
internet connection plus a few additional resources and equipment that may be
required.
 Requires learning without supervision and being able to manage time as required so
as to keep up with MBA Courses.
 Must learn trouble shooting for computers as malfunction could lead to missing of
important lectures.
 All the above factors bust be taken in to consideration before taking the MBA
Entrance Exams since that all play a major role towards the success of distance
learning MBA courses