PROSPECTUS 2017-2018

Admissions Open

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 As a leading provider of quality Distance Education, Sikkim Manipal University
Directorate of Distance Education has played an important role in transforming
students’ lives across India. Our UGC-approved and industry-oriented Degrees have
helped students in getting dream jobs, launch careers, and boost confidence. Their
stories are not too different from yours and with a little effort and determination,
you too can be the next achiever.

MBA FOR CAREER GROWTH

"My MBA from SMU-DE has helped me

move to next level in the corporate career
ladder."

Guruprasad H N
MBA, 2012
Currently working with Salesforce India

EASY TO UNDERSTAND STUDY MATERIAL

"SMU-DE’s Study Materials are easy to adapt

and one reading is good enough to understand"

Sujatha Harindranath
MBA, 2012
Currently working with Bedford Hospitals
NHS Trust, UK

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 FLEXIBLE EXAM SCHEDULING

"SMU-DE is versatile in terms of exam

scheduling. It was incredibly helpful as I was
able to choose my exam dates."

Anurag Saikia
MBA, 2012
Currently working with IBM

NO DREAM TOO BIG

"I took admission with the hope that I will be

able to fulfil my dreams again. Today I am a
proud MBA Degree holder."

Amatul Noor
MBA, 2012
Currently working with Amazon India

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 CONTENTS

Chancellor's Message ...............................................................04

Pro Chancellor’s Message .........................................................05
Vice Chancellor's Message ........................................................06
The Manipal Story ....................................................................07
A Powerful Vision .....................................................................08
Recognition .............................................................................09
Constituent Units of Sikkim Manipal University.............................10
Directorate of Distance Education, SMU......................................11

PROGRAMS
MANAGEMENT
Master of Business Administration - MBA ...................................14
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA .................................16

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Master of Computer Applications - MCA .....................................17
Bachelor of Computer Applications - BCA ...................................18
Master of Science in Information Technology - M.Sc. (IT)...............19
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - B.Sc. (IT) ............20

Eligibility Criteria for SMU-DE Programs ......................................21

Admission Information ..............................................................23
Evaluation and Grading .............................................................24
Important Note .........................................................................25
Our Alumni ...............................................................................26

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 CHANCELLOR

In his message on the occasion of the University's

annual convocation, Chancellor expressed
happiness at the rapid strides taken by the
University since its inception. “As an institute, SMU
has not only contributed to the process of nation
building, but has also greatly helped the Sikkimese
society by bringing technical education to the door
steps of the people”, said His Excellency,
highlighting the fact that professionals including
MBAs were among those graduating from the
University. While wishing the University success,
His Excellency hoped that it would continue to
foster human development through the medium of
education.

His Excellency
Shri Shriniwas Patil
Governor of Sikkim and Chancellor of
Sikkim Manipal University

ABOUT SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY

Sikkim Manipal University, a unique Public Private initiative between the Manipal Group and
the Government of Sikkim was incorporated under Act 9 of 1995 of the Sikkim Legislature.

The University received UGC recognition under Section 2 (f), UGC Act, 1956 vide
OM No. F.9 – 7 / 96 (CPP -1) dated 09-Dec-1998.

57 Programs
delivered across 10 Disciplines.

350+
core faculty members The campus is spread
involved in the delivery of Facts across a vast area of
and
Programs across various
streams. Figures 60 acres
in Gangtok, Sikkim.

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 PRO CHANCELLOR

Dear Student,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the
portals of this great Institution of learning, Sikkim
Manipal University (SMU).

SMU has been at the forefront of distance education

since 2001, through its Directorate of Distance
Education (SMU-DDE).

The current Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher

education in India, stands at 21.1%. The
Government’s objective has been to increase the
GER to 30% by 2020. To meet this goal, having good
distance education institutions is of paramount
importance. From its inception, SMU-DDE’s primary
aim has been to provide quality education to
students on a distance mode. Also, to encourage
and support more students to have access to
distance education, we provide scholarships to
students from all backgrounds.

SMU-DDE offers career-oriented Programs, delivered

through self-learning study materials. In today’s digital
era, we endeavor to make it convenient for you
through the adoption of technology in every step of
your journey with us as a student. We understand the
need to address the different learning styles of
students and have catered to this, using aural, visual,
reading and simulation exercise resources. We
provide for “on-the-go” learning too, with your smart
phone and support you, proactively, in tracking your
academic progress. With our faculty committed to
excellence and our unique teaching methodology, we
look forward to making your academic journey with
us exciting and very productive.

I welcome you to the world of Manipal and wish you

all the very best in your learning ahead.

Rajen Padukone
Pro Chancellor, Sikkim Manipal University

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 VICE CHANCELLOR

Dear Student,
I welcome you to the world of Sikkim Manipal
University. The University draws upon the expertise of
Manipal Education and Medical Group, an
established global leader in higher education and
healthcare for over six decades.

The group's educational network comprises nine

universities, nine campuses, 30+ professional
colleges and over four lakh students on rolls. Sikkim
Manipal University in addition to campus programs in
technology, healthcare, management and humanities
offers Distance Education Programs through the
Directorate of Distance Education as a part of its
effort to bring education to the masses and fulfill the
growing demand for technical and management
professionals. SMU-DE provides guidance and
counselling to students on various career-oriented
programs.

Our main focus is to ensure that students receive

education that is relevant to the industry and the
highly competitive global marketplace. By integrating
a meticulously researched curriculum with
Industry-relevant concepts and practices, the
University offers a unique blend of theoretical and
cutting edge functional inputs to students. I am sure
that you will find our Programs rewarding, informative
and fulfilling.

Lt Gen (Dr) MD Venkatesh, VSM (Retd)

Vice Chancellor, SMU

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 OUR LEGACY – THE MANIPAL STORY
Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) is part of the Manipal Education and Medical Group. The
group has established campuses at Manipal, Bangalore, Sikkim and Jaipur in India, along
with global campuses at Antigua, Dubai, Malaysia and Nepal. At present, students from 53
countries are studying at various levels across 14 professional streams.
Manipal University, Manipal
First deemed University with three campuses and 30+
professional schools.
American University of Antigua, Antigua
The only integrated medical school with over 1,600
students in the Caribbean.
Manipal International University, Malaysia
Manipal International University is a multi-disciplinary
University set up at the invitation of the Ministry of Higher
Education, Malaysia.
Melaka Manipal Medical College, Malaysia
MMMC is the first Indo-Malaysian joint venture in private
(professional) medical education.
Global Nxt University, Malaysia
GlobalNxt University is a pioneering academic institution
that delivers degree programs through a unique online
global classroom pedagogy. With over 75 distinguished
faculty from across 17 countries and a diverse student
population from over 72 different countries, GlobalNxt sets
a new quality standard for online education.
Manipal Academy of Banking
Partnered with over 22 banks and financial
institutions to train officers in banking industry.
American University of Antigua, Manipal University, Dubai
Antigua
Manipal College of Medical Melaka Manipal Medical College,
Sciences, Nepal Malaysia
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Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Nepal
Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara is the
result of a collaboration between the Manipal Group
and the Government of Nepal. The Medical College
is affiliated to Kathmandu University.
Manipal University, Jaipur
Manipal University, Jaipur is a multi-disciplinary
private university in the state of Rajasthan. The
university offers courses in different disciplines
including Engineering, Hospitality, Allied Health.
Manipal City & Guilds
The group has joined hands with City & Guilds, UK
to form a unique initiative called Manipal City &
Guilds which offers professional skill enhancement
education.
MeritTrac
Provides recruitment, employee and education
assessments to our institutes and some of the top
corporates in the world.
Manipal University, Dubai
Manipal University established its presence in
Dubai, UAE, in 2000. At present, Manipal University,
Dubai, enrols over 2,000 students from 40 nations.
The Future
of Learning
(formerly known as Global e-University)
Global Nxt University, Malaysia Manipal International University,
Malaysia
Manipal University, Manipal Manipal University, Jaipur
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 A POWERFUL VISION

Manipal is like the Nalanda of yore. I am happy to see

engineering, medicine and other disciplines being taught in the
same campus, an ideal environment for research to flourish.

Late Dr APJ Abdul Kalam

Former President of India

The right thing to do for marginalized society would be to provide

them education. To do this at a scale needed, we need to enlist
private initiatives as much as possible. The example of Manipal
serves as a beacon which could guide both Central and State
Governments on what can be done.

Dr Montek Singh Ahluwalia

Former Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission

When Dr TMA Pai decided to build a medical college in Manipal,

it sounded like an impossible dream. In the space of 50 years,
Manipal has transformed into an education capital, which is proof
enough of a powerful vision.

Mr Azim H Premji
Chairman, Wipro

Sikkim Manipal University is a unique Public Private Partnership

model.
Mr Narayana Murthy
Chairman Emeritus, Infosys

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 RECOGNITION

Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok is incorporated under
the State Legislative Act (Act 9 of 1995) of the Government
of Sikkim.
Sikkim Manipal University is recognized by UGC under
section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956.
Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok is recognised by UGC
to continue offering programmes through Open & Distance
Learning (ODL) mode for the session 2017-2018 vide F.
No. UGC/DEB-II/SMU/Recog./2015 Vol. V of the University
Grants Commission dated 21/03/2017.
Sikkim Manipal University – Directorate of Distance
Education is ISO 9001:2008 certified.

PUBLIC NOTICE

This is to inform the general public that the Sikkim Manipal University, 5th Mile, Tadong, Gangtok, established by the Sikkim Manipal
University of Health, Medical and Technological Sciences Act, 1995 (Act No. 9 of 1995), does not have any study centres or learning
centres in any part of the country for the purpose of conducting its Distance Education Programs.
The University’s Distance Education Programs are conducted in accordance with the approval of the University Grants Commission F.No.
UGC/DEB-ll/SMU/Recog/2015 Vol V dated 21.3.2016. The University has not authorised the setting up of any study centres or learning
centres in any part of the country and any person purporting to act for or on behalf of the University or offering any “franchises" is wholly
unauthorised and the University will not be held responsible for such acts. Any person who deals or engages with such unauthorised
persons shall do so entirely at their own risk and cost. If any person is found indulging in such activity the same may be brought to the
notice of the undersigned at registrar.smu@smu.edu.in or Registrar, Sikkim Manipal University, 5th Mile Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim
737102. Any person found indulging in such activity will be reported to the concerned authorities for necessary action
Sd/-
REGlSTRAR
SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, GANGTOK

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 THE CONSTITUENT UNITS OF SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY

Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS)

SMIMS offers MBBS, BSc Nursing and Physiotherapy courses besides Medical
MSc Programs in Microbiology and Biochemistry. The attached Central Referral
Hospital is an ISO 9001:2000 certified hospital and offers a floor space of more
than 3,00,000 sq.ft. with 500 beds dedicated to tertiary care.

Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology (SMIT)

SMIT was established in 1997 and is approved by the AICTE. SMIT is ranked
5th in the east and central region amongst top engineering colleges. SMIT also
has the distinction of ISO 9001 accreditation and the prestigious accreditation
for the discipline of engineering by the National Board of Accreditation.

Sikkim Manipal School of Architecture (SMSA)

SMSA offers a 5-year Program in architecture with state-of-the-art facilities to

students. The School of Architecture was set up with the objective to train and
educate budding architects of high calibre, who can create an environment
which is functional, aesthetic, and economical.

Sikkim Manipal College of Physiotherapy (SMCOPT)

SMCOPT offers Bachelors and Masters Programs in Physiotherapy where

students can gain experience in patient care including early intervention, acute
care and long term treatment.

Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing (SMCON)

Established in 2001, SMCON imparts a 4-year BSc Nursing program and a

2-year Post Certificate BSc (PC BSc) Program. Both programs are recognized
by the Indian Nursing Council and The West Bengal Nursing Council.

School of Basic and Applied Sciences (SBAS)

SBAS offers Postgraduate Programs in Basic Sciences, Undergraduate and

Masters Programs in Computer Applications, Physics, Maths and Chemistry.
SBAS places special focus on high quality education and research through
in-depth faculty and student interaction.

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 SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY - DIRECTORATE OF DISTANCE
EDUCATION

Sikkim Manipal University commenced Programs in Distance Education in 2001 by setting up the
Directorate of Distance Education to offer quality Programs. The Directorate offers Programs to
students and working professionals in diverse areas of study which include Management and
Information Technology. SMU-DE has a vibrant alumni community with over 5 lakh alumni. Sikkim
Manipal University - Distance Education (SMU-DE) is the beginning of a journey that will prepare you
for a great career.

Recognition Choice
SMU is recognized by the UGC. Programs offered in the disciplines of Management and Information
Technology.
SMU is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Mandatory counselling arranged through face to face sessions and
Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok is recognised by UGC to webinars.
continue offering programs through Open & Distance SLM dispatched to learner to their communication address
Learning (ODL) mode for the session 2017-2018.

Tech-powered learning Convenience & Flexibility

to supplement the SLM
EduNxtTM: An award winning learning portal to
supplement access to Self-Learning Material (SLM),
recorded lectures from University faculty, faculty
Assignments, project submissions, evaluations and
feedback.
SMU-DE Mobile App: To integrate learning with the
SMU-DE
interest of our students by enabling learning on the go,
our mobile app provides the perfect solution. Students
get an overview of their progress in their course, can
access learning videos, summary cards, self-assess
their knowledge and much more.
Scholarship
Over 46,000 scholarships offered to
meritorious students.
Easy payment options for admission and re-registration.
Easy to understand Self-Learning Material (SLM).
Supplement the access to SLM through EduNxtTM in
multiple formats.
THE Flexibility of booking exam slots.
Access to student services on the SMU-DE App
with options to re-register, pay fees, check results,
EDGE access helpdesk on-the-go, and much more.
Personal Academic Advisory
Experienced academicians and supporting faculty
members.
SMU-DE provides every student with a dedicated
academic advisor who provides guidance and
support with Degree planning, submission of IAs,
projects and all academic support

Placements Quality
Placement support for students SMU-DE is UGC-recognized,
of SMU-DE. ISO 9001:2008 certified and provides
superior quality distance education.
Conducts regular Job Fairs
across the country.

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 SELF LEARNING MATERIAL (SLM)

Self Learning Material (SLM), in print form, is the main source of learning for all programs of the
Directorate of Distance Education of the University. This is made available by the University to all
students after admission. The Directorate has developed its own SLM which helps students to
learn content in a phased manner with clearly stated objectives and learning outcomes.

The self-explanatory and self-contained SLM with in-built exercises to check the progress of
learning, forms the core of the student’s academic activity. It enables self-evaluation, thus guiding
each and every student to acquire the prescribed level of learning.

Key Features
Illustrative and easy-to-understand. Regularly updated with inputs from academic and
industry experts.

Module based approach to enable efficient and In addition to print, also supplemental resources are also
well-paced learning. accessible through our learning portal, as explained in the
section below.

LEARNING SUPPLEMENT

------ ------

Personalised Summary cards for

learning on the go easy understanding

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Self-assessment Peers support to enable learners

with quizzes know where they stand

------ ------

Convenient payment Connect with

options for Re-Registration helpdesk
& Re-Sitting

GET IT ON

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 CONVOCATION

Chancellor, His Excellency, Shri Shriniwas Patil, Chancellor, His Excellency, the Governor, Pro Chancellor, Vice Chancellor,
Governor of Sikkim awarding Medal and Degree to other dignitaries and students at the University Convocation
student

Student Engagement and Alumni

Dr. Anuradha Parasar, Deputy Director, SMU-DE with the toppers who were felicitated during the Alumni Meet

At SMU-DE, we believe in providing best study resources and support infrastructure, so that our
students can focus on learning effectively. SMU-DE regularly conducts student orientation sessions for
familiarizing new students with the course objectives, curriculum structure and academic delivery.
During these sessions, students learn about smart resources like tech-powered learning aids - the
Mobile App and EduNxt portal along with dedicated support of academic advisors available to them.
These sessions provide the students the perfect opportunity to interact with faculty and peers.

SMU-DE conducts alumni meets for our former graduates to come together to network, evolve and
thrive, thus creating a strong community for new students to leverage upon. During these meets,
toppers from the last outgoing batch are felicitated.

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 PROGRAMS

MANAGEMENT

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

HUMAN INFORMATION
MARKETING FINANCE RESOURCE SYSTEMS

Program Structure
First Semester
Sub. Code Subject Title Credits
First Semester
First Semester
MBA101 Management Process and Organizational Behavior 4
Sub. Code Business Communication
MBA102
Sub. Code Subject Title
Subject Title Credits
4
Credits
MB0038 Management
MBA103
MB0038 Management Process
Statistics forProcess and Organizational
Management
and Organizational Behavior
Behavior 4
4
MB0039 Business
MBA104
MB0039 Business
Financial andCommunication
Communication
Management Accounting 4
4
MB0040 Statistics
MB0040
MBA105 Statistics
Managerial forEconomics
for Management
Management 4
4
MB0041 Financial
MB0041 Financial
MBA106 and Management
and Management Accounting
Accounting 4
4
Human Resource Management
MB0042 Managerial Economics
MB0042 Managerial Economics 4
4
Total Cumulative Credits 24
MB0043
MB0043 Human Resou rce Management
Human Resource Management 4
4
Second Semester
Second Semester Total Cumulative
Total Cumulative Credits
Credits 24
24
MB0044 Production and Operations Management 4
Second
MBA201
Second Semester
Semester 4
MB0045 Production
Financial and Operations Management
Management 4
MB0044 Production
MBA202
MB0044 and Operations
Operations Management
Management 4
MB0046 Production and
Financial Management
Marketing Management 4
MB0045
MBA203
MB0045 Financial Management 4
MB0047 Financial
MarketingManagement
Management Management
Information System 4
MB0046 Marketing
MBA204
MB0046 Management Management
Information System 4
MB0048 Marketing
Operations Management
Research 4
MB0047 Management
MBA205
MB0047 Management
Operations Information System
Research
Information System 44
MB0049 Project Management
MB0048 Operations
MBA206
MB0048 Operations Research
Project Management
Research 44
Total Cumulative Credits 48
MB0049 Project
MB0049 Project Management
Management Total Cumulative Credits 48
44
Third Semester Core Subjects + Specialization Subjects
Third Semester Core Subjects + Total Cumulative
Specialization
Total Cumulative Credits
Subjects
Credits 48
48
MB0050 Research Methodology 4
Third
MB0050
Third Semester (CoreMethodology
Research
Semester Core Subjects
Subjects ++ Specialization
Specialization Subjects) 4
Subjects
MB0051 Legal Aspects of Business 4
MBA301
MB0051 4 Research
Legal AspectsMethodology 4
MB0050 Research
Subjects areaofof Business
inMethodologySpecialization (4 credits each) 4
16
MBA302 Legal
MB0051 Project*
Legal Aspects
4 Subjects of Business
in areaofofBusiness
Aspects Specialization (4 credits each) 4
16
4
44 Subjects
Subjectsininarea
Project* areaofofSpecialization
Specialization(4(4credits each)
credits each) 16
16
Total Cumulative Credits 72
Total Cumulative
CumulativeCredits 72
Project*
Fourth Semester Core Subjects +Total
Specialization Credits
Subjects 72
Fourth
MB0052Semester CoreManagement
Strategic Subjects +Total
Specialization
BusinessSubjects
andCumulative Credits
Policy 72
4
Fourth
MB0052
Fourth Semester
Semester Core
Strategic
(Core Subjects
Management
Subjects+ Specialization
+ and BusinessSubjects
Specialization Policy 4
Subjects) 4
MB0053 International Business Management
MB0052 Strategic
MB0053 Strategic
MBA401 Management
International and Business
Business Policy
Business Management
Management and Policy 4
4
4 Subjects in area of Specialization (4 credits each) 16
MB0053 International
MBA402 International Business
Business Management
Management 4
4
4 Subjects in area of Specialization
Project* (4 credits each) 16
4
4 Subjects
Project*
4 in area of Specialization
Subjects in area of Specialization (4 credits each)
(4 credits 16
16
each) 1004
Total Cumulative Credits
Project* Total
Total CumulativeCredits
Cumulative Credits 100
964
Total Cumulative Credits 100
*Project 100
(4 Credits)

*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation to complete
the program. The project work commence from 3rd semester and to be completed by end of 4th semester.

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 PROGRAMS

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) - specialization

Finance Management Information Systems Management

Third Semester Third Semester
Sub. Code Subject Title Credits Sub. Code Subject Title Credits
FIN301 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management 4 ISM301 Software Engineering
FIN302 Mergers and Acquisitions 4 ISM302 Database Management Systems (DBMS)
FIN303 Taxation Management 4 ISM303 Computer Networks

FIN304 Internal Audit and Control 4 ISM304 Business Intelligence and Tools

Fourth Semester Fourth Semester

FIN401 International Financial Management 4 ISM401 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
FIN402 Treasury Management 4 ISM402 e-Commerce
FIN403 Merchant Banking and Financial Services 4 ISM403 Technology Management
FIN404 Insurance and Risk Management 4 ISM404 Java and Web Design
FIN405 Project 4 ISM405 Project 4

Marketing Management
Third Semester
MKT301 Sales Distribution and Supply Chain Management 4
MKT302 Consumer Behavior 4
MKT303 Retail Marketing 4
MKT304 Marketing Research 4

Fourth Semester
MKT401 Service Marketing & Customer Relationship Management
MKT402 Advertising Management & Sales Promotion
MKT403 E-Marketing
MKT404 International Marketing
MKT405 Project 4

Human Resource Management

Third Semester
HRM301 Manpower Planning and Resourcing 4
HRM302 Management and Organizational Development 4
HRM303 Employee Relations Management 4
HRM304 HR Audit 4

Fourth Semester
HRM401 Compensation and Benefits 4
HRM402 Performance Management and Appraisal 4
HRM403 Talent Management and Employee retention 4
HRM404 Change Management 4
HRM405 Project 4

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 PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA)

Program Structure
First Semester Third Semester
Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
BBA106 Communication Skills 4 BBA305 Legal and Regulatory Framework 4
BBA107 Organizational Behaviour 4 BBA306 Human Resource Management 4
BBA108 Business Environment 4 BBA307 Quality Management 4
BBA109 Quantitative Techniques in Business 2 BBA308 Advertising and Sales 4
BBA110 Computer Fundamentals 2 Total Cumulative Credits 48
Total Cumulative Credits 16

Second Semester Fourth Semester

BBA206 Research Methods 2 BBA406 e-Commerce 4
BBA207 Business Strategy 2 BBA407 Management Accounting 4
BBA208 Financial Accounting 4 BBA408 International Marketing 4
BBA209 Marketing Management 4 BBA409 Small Business Management 2
BBA210 Management Information System 4 BBA410 Retail Management 2
Total Cumulative Credits 32 Total Cumulative Credits 64

Semester 5 and Semester 6 : Electives (Choose any one Group)

GROUP 1 General Semester 5 & 6 32 Credits

GROUP 2 Retail Operations Semester 5 & 6 32 Credits

Group 1 : General Group 2 : Retail Operations

Fifth Semester Fifth Semester

Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
BBA506 Production and Operations Management 4 BBR506 Store Operations and Job Knowledge 4
BBA507 Financial Management 4 BBR507 Logistics Management 4
BBA508 Economic Planning and Policies 4 BBR508 Buying 2
BBA509 Taxation Management 2 BBR509 Visual Merchandising 2
BBA510 Entrepreneurship Management 2 BBR510 Warehouse Management 4
Total Cumulative Credits 80 Total Cumulative Credits 80

Sixth Semester Sixth Semester

BBA605 Technology Management 4 BBR605 Modern Retail Management Process
4
and Retail Services
BBA606 Management Development and Skills 4
BBA607 Role of International Financial Institutions 4 BBR606 Retail Project Property Management
4
and Case Studies in Retail
BBA608 *Project 4
BBR607 Merchandising and Supply Chain Management 4
Total Cumulative Credits 96
BBR608 Project 4
*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place
Total Cumulative Credits 96
of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation
to complete the program. The project work commence from
5th semester and to be completed by end of 6th semester.

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 PROGRAMS

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (MCA)

Program Structure

First Semester Fourth Semester

Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
MCA111 Fundamentals of Computer and IT 4 MCA411 Microprocessor 4
MCA112 Programming in C 4 MCA412 Probability and Statistics 4
MCA113 Foundation of Mathematics 4 MCA413 Programming in Java 4
MCA114 System Analysis and Design 4 MCA414 Analysis and Design of Algorithm 4
MCA115 Programming in C (Practical) 2 MCA415 Java Programming (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 18 MCA416 Analysis and Design of Algorithm (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 78
Second Semester
MCA211 Operating System 4 Fifth Semester
MCA212 Advanced Data Structure 4 MCA511 Web Technologies 4
MCA213 Object Oriented Programming: C++ 4 MCA512 Advanced Software Engineering 4
MCA214 Communication Skills 2 MCA513 Elective – I 4
MCA215 Computer Architecture 4 MCA514 Elective – II 4
MCA216 Advanced Data Structures 2 MCA515 Seminar 2
using C++ (Practical) MCA516 Web Technologies (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 38 Total Cumulative Credits 98

Third Semester
Sixth Semester
MCA311 Financial Management and Accounting 4
MCA611 Elective – III 4
MCA312 Advanced Database Management 4
MCA612 *Project Work 16
System (DBMS)
Total Cumulative Credits 118
MCA313 Linux OS 2
MCA314 Technical Writing 2 Elective-I (Choose one)
MCA315 Advanced Computer Networks 4 MCA5131 Principles of Multimedia
MCA316 Linux OS (Practical) 2 MCA5132 Wireless and Mobile Communication
MCA317 Advanced DBMS (Practical) 2 MCA5133 Open Source DB Systems
Total Cumulative Credits 58

Elective-II (Choose one) Elective-III (Choose one)

MCA5141 Middleware Technologies MCA6111 Advanced Web Programming
MCA5142 Cryptography and Network Security MCA6112 Cloud DB System
MCA5143 Data Warehousing and Data Mining MCA6113 Storage Management

*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation to
complete the program. The project work commence from 5th semester and to be completed by end of 6th semester.

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 PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (BCA)

Program Structure
First Semester Fifth Semester
Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
BCA111 Fundamentals of IT & Programming 2 BCA511 Web Design 4
BCA112 Programming in C 4 BCA512 Visual Programming 4
BCA113 Basic Mathematics 4 BCA513 Software Engineering 4
BCA114 Digital Logic 4 BCA514 Elective - I 4
BCA115 Programming in C (Practical) 2 BCA515 Visual Programming (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 16 BCA516 Web Design (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 96
Second Semester
BCA211 Operating System 4 Sixth Semester
BCA212 Data Structure and Algorithm 4 BCA611 Elective - II 4
BCA213 Object Oriented Programming: C++ 4 BCA612 Elective - III 4
BCA214 Communication Skills 2 BCA613 * Project 12
BCA215 Computer Organization 4 Total Cumulative Credits 116
BCA216 Data Structures and Algorithm using
C++ (Practical) 2 Elective - I (Choose one)
Total Cumulative Credits 36 Sub.Code Subject Title
BCA5141 Compiler Design
Third Semester BCA5142 Graphics and Multimedia
BCA311 Computer Oriented Numerical Methods 4 BCA5143 E-Commerce
BCA312 DBMS 4
BCA313 Understanding PC & Troubleshooting 4 Elective - II (Choose one)
BCA314 Data Communication 4 BCA6111 Advanced Web Design
BCA315 Soft Skill – Personality Development 2 BCA6112 Open Source Systems
BCA316 DBMS (Practical) 2 BCA6113 Cloud Computing
Total Cumulative Credits 56
Elective - III (Choose one)
Fourth Semester BCA6121 Knowledge Management
BCA411 Computer Networking 4 BCA6122 Software Project Management
BCA412 Java Programming 4 BCA6123 Supply Chain Management
BCA413 System Software 4
BCA414 Principles of Financial Accounting and Management 4
BCA415 Java Programming (Practical) 2
BCA416 System Software Programming (Practical) 2
Total Cumulative Credits 76

*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation to
complete the program. The project work commence from 5th semester and to be completed by end of 6th semester.

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 PROGRAMS

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY M.Sc. (IT)

Program Structure
First Semester Third Semester
Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
MIT106 Fundamentals of IT and Programming 2 MIT306 Object Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) 4
MIT107 Data & File Structures 4 MIT307 Web Technologies 4
MIT108 Object Oriented Programming 4 MIT308 Elective - 1 4
MIT109 Software Engineering 4 MIT309 Elective - 2 4
MIT110 Object-Oriented Programming (Practical) 2 MIT310 Web Technologies Lab 2
Total Cumulative Credits 16 Total Cumulative Credits 60

Second Semester Fourth Semester

MIT206 Operating System 4 MIT405 Data Warehousing and Data Mining 4
MIT207 Data Base Management System (DBMS) 4 MIT406 Elective - 3 4
MIT208 Analysis and Design of Algorithms 4 MIT407 Elective - 4 4
MIT209 Data Communication and Networking 4 MIT408 Project 20
MIT210 Mini Project 10 Total Cumulative Credits 92
Total Cumulative Credits 42

Sub.Code Elective - 1 (Choose one) Sub.Code Elective - 3 (Choose one)

MIT3081 High Speed Networks MIT4061 C# and .Net
MIT3082 Distributed Operating System MIT4062 Network Security
MIT3083 Software Architecture MIT4063 Real Time Operating System (RTOS)
MIT4064 Customer Relationship Management
Sub.Code Elective - 2 (Choose one)
MIT3091 Open Source System Sub.Code Elective - 4 (Choose one)
MIT3092 Embedded Systems MIT4071 Advanced Software Engineering
MIT3093 Graphics and Multimedia Systems MIT4072 Cloud Computing
MIT4073 Wireless and Mobile Communication
MIT4074 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation to
complete the program. The project work commence from 3rd semester and to be completed by end of 4th semester.

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 PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY B.Sc. (IT)

Program Structure
First Semester Fifth Semester
Sub.Code Subject Title Credits Sub.Code Subject Title Credits
BIT101 Fundamentals of Information Technology 4 BIT501 Mobile and Wireless Technologies 4
BIT102 Digital Electronics 4 BIT502 Software Testing 4
BIT503 Cyber Security 4
BIT103 English 4
BIT504 Elective – I 4
BIT104 Principles of C Programming 4
BIT505 Software Engineering Lab 2
BIT105 Programming Lab – I 2
BIT506 Mobile Programming Lab 2
Total Cumulative Credits 18 BIT507 Mini Project 10
Second Semester Total Cumulative Credits 110

BIT201 Object Oriented Programming C++ 4 Sixth Semester

BIT202 Basic Mathematics 4 BIT601 Web Programming – II 4
BIT203 Data and File Structures 4 BIT602 Elective – II 4
BIT204 Computer Architecture 4 BIT603 Web Programming Lab – II 2
BIT205 Basics of Data Communication 4 BIT604 Major Project 20
BIT206 Programming Lab – II 2 Total Cumulative Credits 140
Total Cumulative Credits 40
Elective – I (Choose one)
Third Semester BIT5041 Advanced Computer Networks
BIT301 Operating System 4 BIT5042 Cloud Computing
BIT302 Computer Networks 4 BIT5043 E-commerce
BIT303 Object Oriented Programming – Java 4
Elective – II (Choose one)
BIT304 Database Management Systems 4
BIT6021 IT Infrastructure Management
BIT305 Programming Lab – III 2
BIT6022 Managing Big Data
BIT306 Database Management Systems Lab 2 Mobile Application Development
BIT6023
Total Cumulative Credits 60

Fourth Semester
BIT401 Human Computer Interface 4
BIT402 Web Systems and Technology 2
BIT403 Probability and Statistics 4
BIT404 Software Engineering 4
BIT405 Web Programming – I 4
BIT406 Web Programming Lab - I 2
Total Cumulative Credits 80

*Every student shall undertake Project work either at place

of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of specialisation
to complete the program. The project work commence from
5th semester and to be completed by end of 6th semester.

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 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND FEES

Master of Business Administration - MBA

Eligibility: 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University. The candidate needs to qualify in the
entrance test [SMU-DDE Management Aptitude Test* – (SMAT)] conducted by the University.
Any candidate who has cleared Aptitude Test (MAT/CAT/GMAT etc.) conducted by recognized
Institutes/Universities need not appear for SMAT. Such candidates should have scored a minimum of 40
percentile or above in aptitude tests conducted by other recognized Institutes/Universities. The score card
should not be more than one year old at the time of admission at SMU-DDE.

Semester Fee: ` 20,000 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please contact 1800-266-7777 for more details.

Minimum Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

Maximum Duration: 4 Years

In addition to the EduNxtTM support available to all students as supplemental learning, such of those students
who also wish to opt for a separate learning device, may do so, at the time of seeking admission. Details may be
obtained from the website www.smude.edu.in.

Master of Computer Applications - MCA

Eligibility: 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree from recognized University with Mathematics at 10+2 or at
Graduation Level.
Semester Fee: ` 18,250 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please call 1800-266-7777 for more details.

Minimum Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)

Maximum Duration: 5 Years

Master of Science in Information Technology - M.Sc. (IT)

Eligibility: 3 Year Graduation from a recognized University

Semester Fee: ` 19,000 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please call 1800-266-7777 for more details.

Minimum Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

Maximum Duration: 4 Years

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 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND FEES

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent / 3 Year Diploma from a State Board of Technical Education.

Semester Fee: ` 16,250 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please call 1800-266-7777 for more details.
Minimum Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Maximum Duration: 5 Years

Bachelor of Computer Applications - BCA

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent / 3 Year Diploma from a State Board of Technical Education.

Semester Fee: ` 16,250 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please call 1800-266-7777 for more details.

Minimum Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)

Maximum Duration: 5 Years

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - B.Sc. (IT)

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent / 3 Year Diploma from a State Board of Technical Education.
Semester Fee: ` 16,250 (inclusive of exam fee ` 5,000/-), or as revised time to time.
Fee may also be paid one-time/annually. Please call 1800-266-7777 for more details.
Minimum Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Maximum Duration: 5 Years

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 ADMISSION INFORMATION

The University offers UGC approved Programs in
distance mode in the streams of Management and IT. The
Programs are delivered from the Headquarters at Sikkim
Manipal University, Gangtok.
Application to SMU-DE may be initiated through our
website, www.smude.edu.in. Competent and qualified
Counsellors will guide and support throughout the
admission process.
Program details are available on our website,
www.smude.edu.in.
Program Structure
The Program curricula are designed and scrutinized
by experts to meet the market demands. Course
material is specially designed by a team of experts
drawn from different industries, University and
in-house faculty.
• Payment of fees may also be made through any
Master/VISA Credit or Debit card.
• Payment of fees may also be made through Net
Banking/secured payment gateway facility
provided by University.
• The students will have to pay the requisite fee as
prescribed by the University at the time of
re-registration for the final semester for automatic
issue of Degree certificate.
• Payment made by any other form will not be
accepted, and will be solely at student’s own risk.
Support Services
• Admitted students will be provided with printed
study materials (SLM – Self Learning Material) for
each of the theroy course in their semester.

Credit System • The University conducts Academic Counselling

The 'credit system' is followed in all Programs,
wherein each credit amounts to 30 hours of study.
Credit Transfer: Students of other recognized Universities
can seek credit transfer (subject to credit transfer criteria),
based on Program and study up to a minimum of 50% of
Program with SMU-DE. These students need to submit
migration certificate/undertaking letter along with eligibility
documents while seeking admission with requisite fees.
Duration of the program shall remain unaltered.
Payment of Fee
• In addition to the program fee, the applicant needs to pay
an application fee prescribed by University at the time of
admission.
sessions through a blended approach.
• EduNxtTM could be used as a key media by the
students to get their academic doubts clarified by
participating in the Discussion Board, accessing
recorded lectures, submit internal assignments
and final semester project documents to the
University.
• The SMU-DE Mobile App not only helps our
students learn, but also allows them to contact
helpdesk, submit service request, pay fees and
track the status of their queries. Students will also
receive SMS/email alerts/notification from the
University across various touch points.

• All payments shall be made by the students in the form of

draft drawn in favour of "Sikkim Manipal University, DE",
payable at par. Students should endorse the name and
application number on the reverse of the draft. The
students are advised to retain the counterfoil and
photocopy of the draft with them for reference.

• Through EMI facility, the candidates may also pay the fees
in instalments using their Credit Cards of select banks,
subject to the approval of the respective bank. Payment
through EMI is offered at the sole discretion of the banks
as per their terms and conditions. University is only
facilitating EMI facility being provided by banks. The
applicable bank charges shall be borne by the Applicant.

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 EVALUATION AND GRADING
The assessment system has been conceived, developed
and administered on a rigorous and fair basis to bring out
the best in students and prepare them for a challenging
career. A student's performance evaluation will be based on
both continous and term-end examinations.
a) Theory Papers:
Theory part is assessed by the performance based on
continuous evaluation through assignments and term-end
examinations conducted at the examination centres. The
assessment ratios for Term-end-Examinations (TEE) to
Internal Assessment (IA) is 70:30. The IA is based on
assignments prepared by the University.
Term-end examinations (TEE) will comprise of Descriptive
and multiple choice type questions.
A student must score at least 40% in each of Internal
Assessment and Term-end examinations to be declared as
pass.
b) Practical Papers (as applicable):
The assessment in practical part is based on the
performance in Guided Exercises (i.e., day-to-day
exercises) and Unguided Exercises - the latter will be
conducted on the last day of the practical sessions in each
subject with an external examiner. The assessment ratios
for Term-end-Examinations (TEE) to Internal Assessment
(IA) is 30:70.
A student must score at least 40% in both the parts to be
declared pass.
Hall of Fame
Over the years, SMU-DE has set new benchmarks in Distance Education. With its tradition of quality,
widespread reach and pioneering innovations, it has earned accolades and appreciation from the industry.
This is a testimony to the fact that SMU-DE is a name students across India have come to trust.
SMU-DE: A University Recognised by Government Bodies
ASSOCHAM 2014 & 2015 E-Maharashtra Award for
Best University in Best ICT enabled Higher
Open and Distance Learning Education University of the
for two consecutive years Year - 2012
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Examination
The University term-end examination will be
conducted either manually or through a computer
assisted mode. The details of the examination mode
will be made available in the photo admit card issued
for appearing the term end theory examinations.
University reserves the right to cancel any of the
examination location due to administrative reasons.
In such cases, the students of that particular
examination location will be allotted to the next
nearest examination location.
The student is informed about the examination
schedule and Examination Centre through the admit
card and also through the website
www.smude.edu.in.
Eligible students will be given admit cards to appear
in the term-end examination. Students will have to
produce the identity card and admit card to appear
in the Term-end examinations (TEE) at the
Examination Centre. The examination pattern is
available in the Program guide provided to the
students.
Results
The results will be published on the website
www.smude.edu.in. If a student fails to clear any of
the papers (either in UE or IA or both), he/she has to
re-appear for the relevant paper by applying to the
University through the re-sitting application along
with relevant fees, within the due date specified by
the University.
Award of Degree
All successful students will be awarded respective
Degree by the University.
SMU-DE: A University Recognised by Industry
Golden Peacock CSR Award for Top Distance Silicon India Career 360 Survey
Award - 2011 Learning Institute of Award - 2012 August - 2011
India - 2012 & 2013
smude.edu.in
 IMPORTANT NOTE

Admission Policies
• The admission process is as per Regulatory requirements.
Intelligent, ethical, articulate and active individuals with a
will to upgrade their skills are encouraged to pursue the
University Programs.
• The Applicant has to submit a completed application form
for admission with relevant documents to the University
well within the due date.
• If the application is complete in all respects and the
University is satisfied with the applicant's eligibility and
suitability for admission into the respective Program, the
student will be granted admission to that Program.
• The University shall call upon for the verification of the
Original Eligibility documents at any point of time during
the course of study and non-submission of the same may
result in cancellation of admission.
• No candidate is permitted to pursue more than one Degree
Program at a time from SMU-DE/any other recognised
University. A candidate seeking admission in Bachelors or
Masters Degree Programs offered by SMU-DE is not
permitted to join any Bachelors or Masters Degree
Program offered by any recognized
University/Board/Institution in India at the same time. Any
student undergoing Bachelors or Masters Degree in any
recognized University/Board/Institution in India is not
permitted to seek admission in Bachelors or Masters
Degree by SMU-DE at the same time.
• Admission granted on the basis of false information will be
ipso facto null and void, and the candidate will render
himself/herself liable for civil/criminal action.
• If the application received from the student is not complete
in any respect, the student may be given provisional
enrolment at the University's discretion. Such students will
have to submit the required eligibility documents as
communicated by the University at the earliest, upon
receipt of which their enrolment will be confirmed, subject
to eligibility fulfilment.
Fee refund schedule
Type Criteria
Rejection Refund Fee paid up to Rs.4999
• An e-identity card will be made available to the
students through the student portal after their
enrolment in a Program.
• The University reserves the right to accept or reject
any application.
Withdrawal and Fee Refund Policy:
The refund for rejected applications will be made as
per schedule given below.
Once a student is admitted by paying one-time full
payment, usually no refund of fee is permitted on
withdrawal for any reasons. A refund claim may
however be admitted on merit after due
consideration of the request by the student and the
amount to be refunded shall be within the limit
stated below. Student seeking withdrawal or refund
during the course of the Program, will have to forfeit
fee payable up to the current semester in total and
25% of the tuition fee applicable for the remaining
period of the Program.
Refund of excess fee paid, if any will be made at the
end of respective session.
Right to Amend Rules
The University reserves the right to add/delete/
change/amend the syllabi, Program structure, rules
and regulations wherever considered necessary and
appropriate without any prior notice.
The students are advised to go through the website
frequently where all circulars and important
information will be hosted from time to time.
Promulgation of any such information on the website
in the form of circulars/notices is considered to be
adequate.
Jurisdiction
All disputes relating to University Programs and
activities are subject to local jurisdiction (Sikkim)
only.
Deduction
Rs.500

Rejection Refund Fee paid Rs.5000 and above Rs.500 + Rs.700 towards study material

Admission Cancellation Refund 15 days before the formally-notified last date of admission Rs.500 + Rs.700 towards study material

Admission Cancellation Refund Not more than 15 days after the formally-notified last date of admission 20% of Course Fee*

Admission Cancellation Refund More than 15 days but less than 30 days after formally-notified last date of admission 50% of Course Fee*

Admission Cancellation Refund More than 30 days after formally notified last date of admission 100% of Course Fee*

* - Course Fee includes Application Fee, Late Fee if any

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 OUR ALUMNI

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