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For Communications: Gp Capt Dr. Venkataraman (Rtd) Ph D. General Manager Tel: 044 – 2829 1133 / 2829 1166 / 2829 4242 / 4863 2711 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mmachennai.org
Madras Management Association MMA Management Centre New No:240, Pathari Road (Off Anna Salai) Chennai – 600 006
With academic assistance from : Usha. C. Sekaran Director
Email : [email protected]
Tel: +91 44 2461 5049, +91 44 2493 4171
Mobile: +91 9841271153
Email: [email protected] Website : www.infocareerindia.com
Infocareer Private limited SPL Sriram Nivas, # 38, Venkatakrishna Road Mandaveli, Chennai - 600 028, INDIA
*PMI Registered Education Provider logo is registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. PMI, PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP, PgMP,
OPM3 and PMI Today are registered marks of the Project management Institute, Inc. All other trademarks are registered marks of their respective owners.
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Message from
Executive Director-MMA
Gp Capt R Vijayakumar
Dear Students,
Greetings from Madras Management Association!
I welcome you to the Executive MBA Programme of Madras Management Association (MMA). It gives immense
pleasure to invite you to be a member of MMA. Education in the 21st Century is a key factor in determining the
nation’s progress and its march towards a global leadership. Therefore, as a viable alternative to growing number of
education seekers, particularly in the field of Project & Operation Management, we have introduced Learning
Programmes in collaboration with Infocareer. It is our hope that this programme would be a boon for those who are
deprived of the benefits of conventional education. The programme is designed to be learner friendly and cost
effective. It is our endeavour to take education to the doorsteps of the needy.
MMA is a progressive management association, one of the best in India and a leader in propagating management
movement in this part of the country. At MMA, we encourage our members and students to aspire to be anyone’s
equal but no one’s superior, to be confident but not arrogant, brilliant but humble. If you want more from education
than, just a good degree and if you want to make a difference, MMA is the place to come.
At MMA, you are not just a student, you are a distinguished member. The concept of Membership is enshrined in
our objective and is a cornerstone of your experience with us.
Like no other community you have been part of before, your time spent at MMA management programmes will
provide endless opportunities to make a difference to your own academic, social life and to those around you.
What makes MMA a Special?
➢ The famous MMA’s spirit - defined by our tenacity, boldness and inquisitiveness
➢ We combine traditional teaching methods with state-of-the art learning technology
➢ We ensure course skills are embedded in your modules
➢ MMA is the AIMA’s Best Management Association in India for the last ten years in a row including for the
year 2017-18
➢ We are competitively priced being a charitable not-for-profit organisation.
➢ Be inspired by the ultra-modern facilities in our MMA Management Centre
It is not where you come from matters, it is where you are going.
See you soon at MMA!
Yours truly,
Gp Capt R Vijayakumar (Retd), VSM
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Message from
Director-Infocareer A.Chandrasekaran,
LLM, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, CSP,CRISC
Dear Students, On behalf of Infocareer and Madras Management Association, I am privileged to welcome you to the world of EMBA program in Project and Operation accredited by MMA. In today’s world of rapid globalization and in the emerging international markets, managers are challenged in all spheres of their professional life and have difficulty coping up with the rising demand and work pressure. The growing economy and the demands of the day, makes one compelled to work, and their ambition towards enriching knowledge through studies take a back seat. Here is an opportunity for them to enrich their knowledge through week end courses and digital way of learning. With our expertise in project & operation for over a decade and MMA’s accreditation of this EMBA program, we are providing you a winning combination. Our specialization of Project and Operations will enable successful candidates to explore new ways of handling business which are more complex, integrated and multi-disciplinary level. The EMBA, Project & Operation program is tailored to meet the specific challenges of key industry sectors. This program lays clear emphasis on developing the leadership qualities, Project & Operation management Skills, and enriches the knowledge in their core area. It also improves understanding the organizational behaviour, customer management, manufacturing excellence, financial impacts, digital presence and much more. We are Registered Education Provider for PMI USA, Global Partner of CMMI USA, & Research Partner of Albasim Geneva. All these partnerships are helping us to be at the cutting edge of Project Management. The wide range of training programs provides a platform, for aspiring students to be ahead of the race and bring laurels to self and organization. I Wish you success in your endeavour to improve your knowledge and management skills in project & operation management. I look forward for your feedback/suggestion/comments and you can reach me through [email protected]
With infinite regards,
A Chandrasekaran
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It is desired that students should possess a Personal Computer as it is an essential and necessary equipment for the Candidate to practice and develop the required skills.
Contents
About Madras Management Association 6
About Infocareer 10
EMBA Programme 11
Important Note 13
Instructions to the Candidate 15
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About Madras Management Association
Madras Management Association (MMA) was established in 1956 with the prime objective of promoting
management education, training and development activities in this part of the country. The vision of MMA is “To be
the Fountainhead of World-class Management Excellence in India”.
Over the past 62 years, MMA has striven for development and nurturing management expertise, combining Indian
ethos with International Management thoughts and practices. MMA has contributed immensely to the
enhancement of management capability in this part of the country, and in particular Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
MMA has over 7000 corporate houses, industries, professionals, academics and executives on its rolls as members.
MMA annually organizes about 650 executive development activities, including seminars for top management with a
total participation of forty five thousand executives and entrepreneurs.
MMA is the largest affiliate association of All India Management Association (AIMA) in the country and has been
adjudged as the Best Management Association in India by AIMA for ten times in a row including the “National
Excellence Award” for the year 2017-18.
The activities of MMA are planned to achieve managerial excellence in the functioning of industries and professional
managers in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. In this direction, MMA chapters have been established at various towns in
Tamil Nadu mainly to cater to the needs of SMEs. Nine such MMA Local Chapters at Ambur, Attur, Erode, Hosur,
Namakkal, Salem, Sri City, Trichy and Puducherry are functioning effectively.
Apart from corporate leaders, MMA has, in its Managing Committee, the Vice Chancellors of Madras University &
Anna University, the Directors of IIT Madras and IFMR and Chief Secretary, Government of Tamilnadu, as members.
OUR VISION
To be the Fountainhead of World-class Management Excellence in India.
Our MISSION
• Synthesise Indian Ethos with international management thought
• Be a reservoir of expertise in management
• Inspire individuals to actualise their potential
• Nurture creativity and originality
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About Infocareer
Infocareer Private Limited was founded in 2007, by a group of professionals, with vast experience in Project and Program Management. Infocareer provides Consulting, Advisory and Training Services in the area of Project and Program Management. With more than 200-person years of management, consulting and implementation experience spanning across industries and geographies, Infocareer has always guaranteed a healthy ROI to their customers through all their offerings. A Registered Education Provider for the Project Management Institute, USA they have the right association and expertise. A sample list of popular offerings includes:
• Setting up your Project Management practices
• Establishing Project Governance framework
• Project Management competency assessment
• Project Management mentoring and coaching
Infocareer has successfully launched their e-Learning program for Project Management Professionals through their own Learning Management System IcLeaF.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to “Redefine the Distance Education Program and bring in excellence to all the spheres of management and executive education in India”.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to “Create an environment for people to continuously update their skill and knowledge – to be able to successfully perform in today’s complex business environment of globalization and rapid changes which expects managers to perform in various cultural, functional and organizational settings”.
Our Programs Our Management programs seek to prepare students to develop a broad foundation of skills and knowledge in the diverse functional areas of Business Management and provide them an opportunity, in understanding the practical problems. Our Management programs allow candidates to remain in employment and to continue studying other courses as well. Unlike fulltime programs, it does not disrupt the candidate’s career and earning power. The students are thus, able to complete the Management Program at their own place and pace. The facilities provided are as follows
• Good course material/counselling
• Well-developed Class Rooms
• Contact Classes during weekends and holidays
• Experienced faculties Our teaching methods include lectures, case studies, projects and presentations. Our virtual learning environment is designed to support teaching and learning, in an educational setting. This will supplement traditional face to face classroom activities. At Infocareer we ensure that our students become complete and successful managers in the shortest possible time, manage their business with increased forethought and live up to the demands of corporate environment.
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EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA)
EMBA -Project & Operation COURSE OVERVIEW Course Duration: 1 Year (3 trimesters)
Objective
The broad objective of Executive Master of Business Administration - Distance Program (EMBA) course is to impart Higher Education in Management to executives, who wish to continue higher education while they are working and who want to acquire EMBA to grow in the organizations, but have no spare time to attend regular management program. Secondly, to provide the executives with opportunities to develop conceptual and analytical skills and foster attitudes essential for their development into competent and effective managers. The course shall be governed by the latest rules and regulations of Madras Management Association. Admission to this course is offered in 2 cycles the first commencing in January and the next in July every year.
Eligibility for Admission
1. Bachelor’s Degree from Recognized University with two years’ post qualification work experience as a Manager/Supervisor.
2. Diploma holders with five years’ post qualification work experience as a Manager/Supervisor. 3. Post Graduate teachers with minimum two years research and teaching experience. 4. Fresher’s admission is subject to the passing of entrance examination and personal interview
conducted by MMA & Infocareer. The course is of three Trimesters, in which first trimester carries all compulsory papers and the second & third trimesters provide subject specialization.
Benefits: 1. MMA Membership for one year to attend 100+ management programs 2. Project Management Professional (PMP) ® Prep course with 35 contact hours certificate to take up
PMP certification 3. PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) ® Prep course to take up PMI-ACP® certification 4. Six Sigma certification - Green Belt/Black Belt subject to project completion 5. Industry ready with latest technologies for new job market
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E-MBA- Project and Operation:
Term 1: (3 Months from January) with F2F on weekends & E-learning.
Paper Code Name of the Paper Marks IA* + Theory
EMBA110 Principle of Management 20+80=100
EMBA120 Managerial Economics & Business Accounting 20+80=100
EMBA130 Operation Research + Quantitative Techniques 20+80=100
EMBA140 Organisation Behaviour + Organisation Development 20+80=100
Total 80+320=400
Term 2: (3 Months from May) with E-learning and F2F on weekends & E-learning.
Paper Code Name of the Paper Marks IA* + Theory
EMBA210 Digital Communication & Big data Analytics 20+80=100
EMBA220 Business Laws & Ethics 20+80=100
EMBA230 Project Management 20+80=100
EMBA240 Lean & Six Sigma 20+80=100
Total 80+320=400
Term 3: (3 Months from September) with E-learning and F2F on weekends & E-learning.
Paper Code Name of the Paper Marks IA* + Theory
EMBA310 Systems & Infrastructure Management (IT/Manufacturing) 20+80=100
EMBA320 Agile Culture Management 20+80=100
EMBA330 Practical Live Project (PLP)* 100+100=200
Total 140+260=400
IA* - Internal Assessment
(PLP)* - Project works (Individual Project to be undertaken)
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Important Note
In all the Trimesters, each paper carries 100 marks, out of which theory examination will be for 80 marks, and for continuous evaluation/ Internal Assessments (IA) 20 marks. Out of the 20 IA marks, 10 marks will be awarded based on the candidate’s regularity (attendance) at the orientation/contact programmes and 10 marks for written assignments. Total = 10+10+80 = 100 The Project Work is for 200 marks including viva-voce marks of 100. Candidates to select a topic for Project Work relevant to the stream that they have opted and also related to the syllabus. They have to carry out Research/Fieldwork independently.
Orientation/Contact Programmes
These programmes will be conducted in the MMA Management Centre, and in selected places depending on the number of candidates registered for each trimester from that place and the facilities / resources available at that place. Information about these programmes and continuous evaluation will be given Minimum 60% attendance on contact classes is mandatory for taking up the examination.
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Virtual Classes/ E-learning
MMA in association with Infocareer offers virtual classes for its students through IcLeaF. The virtual class/e-learning brings with it new dimensions in education. The virtual classes/ e-learning enable students to interact with the professors, like, live class room setup. The MMA virtual classes/e-learning are a new generation, all in one learning management system. Our virtual classes/e-learning enable students to learn and interact with the faculty, through an interactive whiteboard and communicate synchronously using video, audio and text chat. It allows the students and faculty to share presentation, documents and images on a virtual class room setup.
Advantage of IcLeaF Virtual Class/ E-learning
The virtual class/e-learning of this course is developed in an easy to use platform and built from the scratch keeping the end user in mind. The students will find it rather natural, to get used to it, where most options are self-explanatory. There are many significant advantages for the students, who opt for our virtual classes. Some of the benefits of our virtual classes are:
• Enables students to complete training
conveniently after office hours or from
home
• Self-pacing for slow or quick learners,
reduces stress and increases satisfaction
• Interactivity engages users, pushing them,
rather than pulling them through training
• Course is accessible, on your schedule
• Online learning does not require physical
attendance
• Read materials online or download them
for reading later
• Run on any browser
This virtual class is available which is part of learning to all students. Note: Please check with your student coordinator office, for the availability of virtual classes for your preferred subjects as we are currently under development phase.
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Instruction to the Candidate
Medium of Instruction: English Methodology: Printed course material (optional at cost) and Soft copy will be provided to the students at the commencement of each Semester. Classes will be conducted with standardized teaching aids. Contact classes will also be conducted through e-Learning, for the students who do not have a study centre in their town. Teaching aids will be supported with real world case studies. Assessment: Internal assessment will be done for 20%, based on minimum 2 assignment /case studies per subject. Written examination will be conducted and evaluated by MMA at the end of each semester for 80%. Live Project to be completed by the end of 3rd trimester and report submitted which will carry 200 marks to be Viva voce for 100 marks.
Criteria for Passing: Minimum for pass: 45% in each paper (including IA and Theory) and 45%, in aggregate. Declaration of Class:
• In each of the Trimester candidates must secure minimum of 45%, both in individual papers and in aggregate, for passing the trimester.
• Those who secure 45% to 49% marks in aggregate will be awarded Pass Class.
• 50% to 59% - Second Class.
• 60% and above First Class. Award of Degree: Post graduate EMBA degree will be awarded to successful candidates by MMA, who is accreditation body for this course.
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List of Faculties 1. Gp Capt Dr R Venkataraman, Ph.D 2. Dr. A Mohan Ram, Ph.D 3. Prof. Rangarajan, MBA, M. Phil 4. Prof. Abdul Rasheed, MCA, (M.Phil.) 5. A Chandrasekaran, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, CSP, CRISC, ISMS, ITIL 6. Prof. Sathyanarayana, M.Com. 7. Raghavendra Prasad IIT, IIM 8. Mr. G.L. Sekhar, PMP, PMI-SP, PMI-PBA 9. M R Aravindan, IIT, IIM 10. Mr. Sundararajan, M.A, PGDCA
11.Dr V. Anand Kumar, B.E., MBA, Ph.D 12. K.S. Subramanian, PMP 13. Srikanth Shastri, Six Sigma Black Belt, eSCM, CQA, ITIL
How to apply 1. Online Registration Admission Application can be filled online. (www.mmachennai.org) Provision of admission and exam registration can be done through online and payment can be made through debit card/ credit card/ net banking.
The course co-ordinator MMA
Madras Management Association MMA Management Centre New No:240, Pathari Road (Off Anna Salai) Chennai – 600 006
2. Incomplete applications will not be considered for Admission to any of the courses. 3. Once admitted, no refund of fee will be made to students who opt out of the program. 4. Applicants for admission are required to furnish their address clearly in the application. All communication will only be sent to that address. Any change in address should be updated online 5. On admission, an Enrolment number will be issued to the candidate. This enrolment number will be applicable for entire duration of the course. Students have to mention the enrolment number in all their communication to MMA/Infocareer
6. All the learning material (if you need hard copy) will be sent through post/courier to the candidates. 7. Any Candidate seeking admission to the course has to provide copies of the following documents along with originals referring admission application reference to MMA office directly or through coordination centre for verification. a. Marks card / Degree Certificate b. Proof for the requisite work experience All originals will be returned after verification 8. All candidates should have a valid mail ID as most of the communications are normally through electronic mode. 9. A Student who is applying for EMBA has to pay the first semester fee along with the application and the subsequent semester fee at the beginning of the Trimester. 10. Supplementary candidates: A registered candidate, who fails or fails to appear in any one or more papers in his first Examination shall be eligible to rewrite the same paper(s) by appearing in subsequent examinations within double the duration from the date of first registration, by paying prescribed supplementary examination fee. On the basis of his results of the re-written paper(s), the candidate shall be declared to have passed the examination, provided he/she secures the minimum marks for passing.
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Fee and Mode of Payment:
The students shall make the payment through online or through demand draft for Rs. 41300/- including GST Per Trimester drawn in favour of “Madras Management Association” payable at Chennai.
Year Fee 18% GST Amount I Trimester 35000/- 6300/- 41300/-
II Trimester 35000/- 6300/- 41300/-
III Trimester 35000/- 6300/- 41300/-
Online payment could also made at the bank details given below:
1. Beneficiary's Name: - MADRAS MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
2. Beneficiary's Bank Name: - AXIS BANK LTD
3. Beneficiary's Bank Address: - ADYAR (CHENNAI), NO.18, MG ROAD, NEAR ADYAR BUS DEPOT, SHASTRI NAGAR, CHENNAI 600 041
4. Beneficiary's Bank A/c No.: - SB A/C No. 082010100139724
5. MICR Code of the bank branch of the Beneficiary: - 600211006
6. RTGS / IFSC Code of the bank branch of the Beneficiary: - UTIB0000082
7. E - mail ID where TCSL should send payment information to you:-
8. PAN No.: - AAATM5522B
9. GST No.: - 33AAATM5522B1Z7 In case of online payment, proof of payment may be attached along with the application form