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SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY - DISTANCE EDUCATION Organized a Annual Convocation Ceremony
Raipur, 17 Jan. 2011: Sikkim Manipal University- Distance Education (SMU-DE), one of the
largest distance education providers in India, conducted its annual Convocation Ceremony in
Raipur on 17th January 2011. On this day, participating students of SMU-DE received their
degrees from the hands of renowned cricketer Mr. Anil Kumble. Mr. Kumble was invited
in the ceremony as a chief guest. Students, parents and alumni have been invited for the
Convocation ceremony held in Raipur.
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It was a cherished day for all students and members of SMU-DE that will be remembered as
an important milestone. SMU-DE has been a pioneer in the path of practical industry oriented
education and it is a great achievement that its students have passed out with degrees that
work in the real world.
“SMU-DE has been a pioneer in the path of practical industry oriented education and it
is a great achievement that its students have passed out with degrees that work in the real
world. At today’s Convocation around 100 students are receiving their degrees. During July
2010, around 32,409 students have become eligible for the award of degrees” Thimmiya, Sr
VP, Distributed Learning, Manipal Education said speaking on its annual Convocation
Ceremony.
Mr. Thimmiya added that in the year 2001, SMU-DE student strength was around 8000,
and today, enrolments have crossed 1.76 lakh. We have seen that 51% of enrolments are
in the age group of 18-24 with female enrolment at about 23%. Our SMU-DE programs
strongly support continuing and life-long learning reflected in the fact that 20% of students
are employed. “
SMU-DE’s latest offerings are four professional degree B Com and B Sc Programs. The
B Com degrees offer specializations in Financial Planning, Supply Chain Management
and Export Import Management. The B Sc Program offers specialization in Networking
Technology. These programs are certified by either one among the Datacraft, FTDC and
India Skills. The programs are designed to fulfill the needs of the students looking for their
first jobs, as also for the employed category; for continuing education and career
enhancement opportunities.
Achievements:
SMU-DE relies on industry – academia convergence and parity with the formal system. Students
are provided with the opportunity of industrial exposure through project work and on the job training.
It is also using the latest technology in multifarious operations for the benefit of students. Sikkim
Manipal University was declared the best Digital Learning ICT Enabled University for the Year 2009-
10. Online examinations will be conducted from Jan 2011 in a phased manner. SMU-DE also provides 1500 merit based Scholarships across the country
each year.
SMU-DE has successfully integrated EduNxt into its learning sysyem, the next generation interactive
learning platform. EduNxt creates a virtual classroom environment using simulation, recorded
presentations, interactive and self-study contents, and shared browsing. EduNxt combines academic
rigour and a personalized learning environment.
Milestones:
In the year 2001, SMU-DE student strength was around 8000, and today, enrolments have crossed
1.76 lakh.
A few statistics:
* 51% of enrolments are in the age group of 18-24 .
* The female enrolment is about 23% .
* 20% of students are employed, indicating thereby, that SMU-DE programs strongly support
continuing and lifelong learning.
* Total candidates passed out in July 2010 Exam are around 32,409.
In a nationwide survey of 256 distance education providers, by the Careers 360 magazine, SMU-DE
has been ranked No 1 in the Private Sector, in terms of teaching efficiency and results and overall No
3, alongside IGNOU and Maharashtra Open University.
About SMU and SMU-DE
Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) is the result of a unique partnership between the Government of
Sikkim and Manipal Education. Established in 1995, it is the first government-private initiative in the
region. It was set up with the objective of providing the best in education for students.
As one of the constituents of the SMU SikkimManipalUniversity - Directorate of Distance
Education (SMU-DDE) was established in the year 2001. It is amongst the largest distance education
providers in India.
The Directorate has five departments comprising of Information Technology, Management &
Commerce, Health & Life Sciences, Vocational Sciences and Arts & Humanities. SMU-DE has more
than 180,000 students on roll with presence across 20 countries and has 22 learning centres overseas.
SMU-DE has725 study centres in India with 65 core faculty members at the University and 6,500
faculty members across centres. SMU-DE offers 21 undergraduate and 19 postgraduate programs.
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