General
1. How can learners access IIMB’s MOOCs?
MOOCs from IIMB are open for enrolment on the edX platform.
2. Are the MOOCs free? Are there any admission criteria?
IIMB’s MOOCs can be audited free or students can choose to receive a verified certificate for a small fee. They are completely “open” and there are no admission criteria. Some MOOCs have prerequisites, which are specified as part of the course information.
3. Will students receive a certificate from IIMB on completion of the course?
Students can choose to receive an IIMBx verified certificate from edX for a fee. Read more here.
4. What are the various MOOCs IIMBx offers?
Courses from IIMBx cover a wide range of management disciplines at introductory, intermediate and advanced levels. You can found MOOCs on information technology, marketing, operations management, supply chain, innovation, strategic management, finance, accounting, statistics, predictive analytics, international business, international trade, corporate finance, business analysis, entrepreneurship, and more.
Learner Experience
1. Do I need a dedicated Internet connection to take the MOOCs?
You need an Internet connection to access the course, but you can download the videos and transcripts for offline viewing. A ‘dedicated’ connection is not a must.
2. Can I take this course on my mobile?
Yes. You can download the edX mobile app on Google Play or the App Store. You can find more details here.
3. What is the duration of the course?
Typically, MOOCs from IIMBx last 4-6 weeks.
4. What is the last date for enrolment?
The course is open for enrolment even after it starts. Typically, learners may be allowed to enrol even in the last week of the course.
5. How much time do I need to spend per week?
The typical learner effort for MOOCs from IIMBx is expected to be 5-6 hours per week.
6. How can I get my doubts clarified?
Each course is closely supported by moderators from the IIMBx team. The moderators answer queries, reply to and edit posts on the discussion forum, and communicate course updates. They are available from Monday to Friday.
7. What is the minimum grade to get a certificate?
The pass grade for each MOOC is different. This will be clearly stated as part of the grading policy.
8. Do I need to buy a textbook?
Reference material is included in most of our MOOCs. You can meet all the learning objectives without buying a textbook. However, some MOOCs may enlist textbooks as recommended reading, which you can choose to buy.
9. What is SWAYAM?
SWAYAM – or Study Webs of Active-learning for Young Aspiring Minds – is an initiative of the Government of India. SWAYAM hosts courses for learners from grade 9 onwards and can be accessed anytime, anywhere. You can take courses on SWAYAM or even develop them; you can find more information and guidelines here.
For more details, please contact iimbswayam@iimb.ac.in.
Certificates
1. What kind of certificate can I get as a learner?
You can receive a verified certificate, which will state that you have successfully completed your online course from IIMB. To be able to receive this, you must first verify your identity (via photo and one form of ID). Verified certificates are available for a fee.
2. How does verification work?
When you register for a course and choose the verified track, you will be asked to submit your photo and a picture of an official ID with a webcam. As your course progresses, you may be asked to re-verify your identity.
3. I don’t have a webcam for ID verification. What should I do?
If you want to work towards getting a verified certificate, you will need to submit your photo from a computer or mobile device with a webcam, but you can always take your course from any computer.
4. How do I pay for a verified certificate?
You can pay with a globally recognized major credit or debit card. Simply follow the easy sign-up prompts when you register.
5. Will my certificate include a grade and/or number of credit hours?
Not currently, but edX may consider including this option for future verified certificates.
6. Can I get a paper copy of my certificate?
EdX does not send individual printed copies of certificates. You can, however, print out your PDF copy.
7. How are the certificates delivered?
Certificates are delivered online through edX. If you have earned a passing grade and are eligible for a certificate, you will see it available for download on your dashboard.
8. When will I receive my certificate?
Typically, you will receive your certificate 1-2 weeks after the course ends.