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Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) from scdl

Diploma in Business Administration Distance Learning Course is aimed for anyone wanting to join the management field or move into management from a different professional background from anywhere at any time.

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Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration by SCDL | PGDBA
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SCDL provides one of India’s best Online PG Diplomas in Business Administration, curated by leading business minds of India. This program focuses on creating leaders of tomorrow.
This course in business administration through online studies offers just the right combination of being flexible, providing academic knowledge and staying relevant—making it suitable for both new graduates and those with work experience.

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Overview

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Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration is focused on career growth for individuals who already have a valid bachelor’s degree. It is centered on how to develop strong leaders. It includes strategic management and offers a curriculum designed for professionals.

Students develop their professional skills by studying, linking and addressing problems. They will also improve teamwork skills to more effectively work and lead others, including those in specialist functions within organisations.

Through this business administration diploma course, students will:

  • Analyse and solve complex business problems.

  • Develop strategic and innovative thinking.

  • Enhance their leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

For those aiming to pursue a business administration diploma through distance learning and step confidently into industry-ready roles, this program is the perfect choice.

The program is approved by AICTE.

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Objectives of the Program:

Develop Leadership Skills

Develop Leadership Skills

Cultivate effective leadership qualities through practical experiences and theoretical teachings, fostering innovation and growth within organizations.
Acquire Comprehensive Business Understanding

Acquire Comprehensive Business Understanding

Gain a holistic grasp of finance, marketing, human resources, and operations to make informed decisions and address real-world challenges.
Foster Strategic Thinking

Foster Strategic Thinking

Develop the ability to analyse complex business scenarios and formulate actionable strategies for organizational success and sustainability services to customers.
Enhance Financial Management Abilities

Enhance Financial Management Abilities

Acquire financial acumen to optimize resource allocation and drive shareholder value through courses in financial management and analysis.
Apply Marketing Principles

Apply Marketing Principles

Understand consumer behaviour and market dynamics to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that drive business growth.
Develop Effective People Management Skills

Develop Effective People Management Skills

Learn to build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and innovation.
Improve Operational Efficiency

Improve Operational Efficiency

Identify inefficiencies and streamline processes to enhance operational efficiency and deliver superior products and services to customers.
Cultivate a Global Mindset

Cultivate a Global Mindset

Gain exposure to global business practices and cross-cultural communication to succeed in diverse and multicultural business environments.

No.1

Ranked Institute

High Industry

Acceptance

25 years

of Legacy
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Highlights

Highlights of the PGDBA Course from Symbiosis

AICTE Approved PGDBA

AICTE-Approved Program (Regulatory body for approval of MBA and PGDM Programs)

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Specializations in Finance, Marketing, HR, and more

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Ideal for International & SAARC Students

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Flexible 2-Year Online Learning Format

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High Industry Acceptance & Career Impact

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Recognized as one of the top diploma courses in business administration

Why Choose SCDL for Your Business Administration Diploma Online

Top-Ranked Online College for Business Administration
25+ Years of Academic Legacy
Flexible Learning for Working Professionals
Global Student Base
Relevant, Updated Curriculum
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Eligibility

Looking to enroll in a PG Diploma in Business Administration from Symbiosis? You must be:

  • A graduate in any discipline from a recognised university.

  • Student in the final year of graduation or awaiting final results (may apply provisionally).

  • An International/SAARC graduate (AIU equivalence certificate required for foreign degrees).

    PG Diploma in Business Administration eligibility applies to both freshers and professionals with relevant experience.

NOTE

A Degree Equivalence Certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is

mandatory for applicants who have completed their education from any foreign (out of India)

school, college, university, or institute.

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Duration & Validity

  • Program Duration: 2 Years

  • Registration Period Validity: 4 Academic Years

    This flexibility makes it one of the most practical online diploma courses in business administration in India.

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Program Structure

82Credit Points

Credit Points

SEMESTER I

Principles and Practices of Management

Legal Aspects of Business

Management Accounting

Managerial Economics

Organizational Behaviour

Business Ethics and Value Systems

SEMESTER II

Operations Management

Financial Management

Human Resource Management

Marketing Management

Fundamentals of Business Analytics

Essentials of Research Methodology

SEMESTER III

Compulsory Subject 1

Compulsory Subject 2

Compulsory Subject 3

Compulsory Subject 4

Compulsory Subject 5 (choice of 1 elective)

SEMESTER IV

Compulsory Subject 1

Compulsory Subject 2

Compulsory Subject 3

Compulsory Project Report

Compulsory Subject 4 (choice of 1 elective)

Specialisations:

A Dual Specialisation option is available for the PGDBA Program. Dual specialisation can be pursued only after successful completion of the first (primary) specialisation subjects/courses.

To know more about it, please refer to the Prospectus.

Program Curriculum

Semester III

Capital Market

Direct Taxation

Strategic Management

Behavioural Finance

 

Electives (any one)

Project Finance

Security Analysis and Portfolio Management

Financial Institutions and Banking

Semester IV

GST and Allied Laws

International Finance

Project Management

Project Report

 

Electives (any one)

Strategic Finance

Corporate Governance

Risk Management

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Career Opportunities

PGDBA Finance Opportunities

Finance

  • Financial Analyst

  • Investment Banker

  • Portfolio Manager

  • Risk Analyst

  • Financial Consultant

PGDBA Management Accounting Opportunities

Mgt. Accounting

  • Cost Accountant

  • Budget Analyst

  • Financial Controller

  • Management Accountant

  • Costing Manager

PGDBA HR Opportunities

Human Resources

  • HR Manager

  • Talent Acquisition Specialist

  • Training and Development Manager

PGDBA Marketing Opportunities

Marketing

  • Brand Manager

  • Digital Marketing Specialist

  • Market Research Analyst

  • Marketing Strategist

PGDBA CRM Opportunities

Customer Relationship Mgt.

  • CRM Analyst

  • Relationship Manager

  • Customer Experience Manager

  • Retention Specialist

PGDBA Operations Opportunities

Operations

  • Operations Manager

  • Supply Chain Manager

  • Logistics Coordinator

  • Quality Assurance Manager

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Fees

APPLICATION FORM FEE

The application form fee for all applicants is: ₹ 1200/-

Note: Application fee is non-refundable.

PROGRAM FEE

Total Program Fee: ₹ 74,000/-

General: ₹ 44,000 + ₹ 30,000

Defence: ₹ 43,000 + ₹28,000

International: ₹ 92,000 + ₹ 62,000

SAARC: ₹ 77,000 + ₹ 51,000

PAYMENT TIMELINES :

1. Pay first instalment or one-time full fee immediately after grant of admission.
2. Pay second instalment within 45 days of payment of first instalment or on or before the last date to pay full fee, whichever is earlier, as per policy.

Special Silver Jubilee Year Discount on Program Fee – Limited Period Offer

Pay Full Fee in One Instalment On-the-Spot and Avail ₹5,000/- to ₹17,000/- Off (Discount amount is subject to the admission category applied).

One time full payment:

General: ₹ 69,000

Defence: ₹ 66,000

International: ₹ 1,40,000

SAARC: ₹ 1,11,000

Easy EMI – Starting from 6000/month

Education loan available with easy EMI options for 6, 9, and 12 months, starting from just ₹6,000 to ₹9,000 per month.

NOTE

  • Paying complete course fee immediately, will make all benefits of the program immediately available as per admission policy.

  • Installment option closes 15 days before the last specified date of admission.

  • Exam fee & Project fee is not included in program fee and has to be paid separately.

  • Pay exam fee per paper per attempt. Exam fees or project fee is non-refundable & non-transferable.

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How to Apply

STEP 1

Purchase an Application Form

  • Click on Sign Up and first register on the SCDL Apply Online Portal

  • Login to purchase application form & fill it up

  • Application Forms are available online and offline

  • Pay course fee immediately after purchasing form and reserve your seat

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STEP 2

Registration

  • Upload your passport size recent colour photograph, Govt. Photo Identity Proof, Academic Records, your signature & Work Exp. Certificates

  • Applicants applying under Defence Category have to produce: Proof of service certificate / discharge book / dependent certificate

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STEP 3

Fee Payment

  • Submit your complete program fee immediately from your Apply Online login or your Student Login as per timelines specified and confirm your seat.

  • Exam fee is not included in program fee.

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Placement & Career

At Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning, we prepare you for the real world.
Our PGDBA program equips you with job-ready skills, practical knowledge, and industry exposure to make sure you confidently step into leadership roles. From the first step of resume-building to the last interview prep, we make you placement ready.

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Certificate

At the end of the program you will receive an AICTE-approved Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning— A certificate of excellence recognized across industries.

If you're seeking a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration online course with real-world relevance, unmatched flexibility, and global credibility, the PGDBA course from Symbiosis is your best bet.
Apply Now to Begin Your Journey in Business Leadership!

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Faculty

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Prof. Shraddha Shinde

MBA ( Finance, HR) | B. Com | PhD (Perusing)
Assistant Professor Academic Experience: 15 years Industry Experience: 1 year Research Areas : • Finance • Human Resource Management
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Prof. Vijay H. Masarkar

PhD (Perusing) NET (HR), MBA, SET (Mgt.), B.Com, MIRPM, ADCSSAA, PGDLS (MLS)
Academic Experience: 21 Years Industry Experience: 5.5 Years Research Areas : • Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour, Industrial and Labour Laws • Organisational Development and Change Management.
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Prof. Dr. Padmapriya Irabatti

Ph.D. in Management, M.Phil. in Commerce and Management, PRINCE 2 project management Professional, MBA in Marketing, B.Sc. Mathematics.
Designation: Professor - Business Management Academic Experience: 21 years Industry experience: 7 years. Research and expertise areas: • Marketing Management • Strategic management • Research methodology • Online education • Entrepreneurship Development • Project management
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Prof. Amber Batwara

PhD (Pursuing), M.Tech. (Production), B.Tech. (Mechanical), Diploma
Assistant Professor Experience: 14 Years Research Areas: • Sustainable Manufacturing • Supply Chain Management • Decision Making
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Prof. Shilpa Gawande

PhD (Pursuing) MBA (Finance and International Business), M. Com, B. ed, GDC&A
Assistant Professor Academic Experience: 9 Years Industry Experience: 1 Year Research Areas: Behavioral Finance
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Ms. Pallavi Dalvi

M.Com.
Academic Coordinator Academic Experience : 17.5 years Industry Experience : 2 years
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