Effective learning is a function of three major factors: right conceptual inputs;
rigorous and yet imaginative practice of applying concepts, and lastly, continuous,
objective appraisal and feedback. NIILM's Assessment Center takes care of the last
part. The frequency, timing and structure of tests aim at genuinely helping students
monitor the quantum and quality of their learning. As is mentioned below, we follow
the International Credits and Grade Point Average System for academic appraisals
of students.
Credit -Structure
The PGDM Program comprises 4 semesters. The first two semesters primarily
focus on compulsory courses covering foundation and various functional areas of
management. Semesters 3 and 4 include integrative courses in management and electives
from various areas of specialization. The student undertakes summer project study
during the vacation period between the 2nd and 3rd semesters. The total credits
for the various come to 120.
Academic Assessment & Performance Expectations
Assessment in all the programs is continuous, varied and exacting. It emphasizes
development of personal and professional competence as well as gaining of business
knowledge and skills. Participants therefore, need to perform consistently at high
academic levels. They would be expected to work under considerable pressure, as
the programs are demanding in both their requirement of time and quality of output.
The multi-dimensional evaluation system enables students to monitor their performance
through their participation in a variety of learning activities such as class participation,
case presentations, assignments, quizzes, term papers, mid-term and end-term examinations
and general conduct and behaviour at the Institute. Students whose performance falls
short of the institute's required academic and general standards may, at any time,
be asked to withdraw from the program.
Grading System
NIILM follows a letter grading system for evaluation of academic achievement
of students. The grading system is as follows:
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GRADE |
GRADE POINTS
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REMARK
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A+
|
8 |
Excellent |
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A |
7 |
Excellent |
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B+ |
6 |
Good |
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B |
5 |
Good |
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C+ |
4 |
Average |
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C |
3 |
Average |
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D+ |
2 |
Poor |
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D |
1 |
Poor |
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F |
0 |
Fail |
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J |
Nil |
Not Appeared/Result Awaited/Withheld
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Note : As per the rules of NIILM-CMS, every student is required to obtain a GPA
of 3.50 points scale at the end of each semester, failing which he/she is put on
academic probation for the next semester. In case of no improvement, withdrawal
proceedings are initiated. At the end of the fourth semester if the CGPA of a student
is less than 4.00, he/she will not be allowed to graduate.
Attendance
Attendance in all academic and institutional activities is compulsory. Those students who fail
to meet attendance requirement of 75% in a course will not be eligible to receive
credits.
Award of Post Graduate Diploma
Those who successfully complete the two-year
full-time program, are awarded the Post Graduate Diploma in Management. The Diploma
is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Government
of India.
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