Overview

Bennett University is a private university located in Tech Zone 2, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in 2016 by Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (BCCL), the parent company of The Times of India Group, under the Uttar Pradesh Private Universities Act. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. It holds an NAAC A+ accreditation among the highest grades awarded to Indian universities by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council.

The university's law school programmes are further approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), and the institution is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Its 68-acre campus, designed by Singapore-based RSP Architects, accommodates over 10,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes.

Description

What is Bennett University Online?

Bennett Online is the Centre for Distance & Online Education of Bennett University. It is the university's dedicated vertical for delivering fully online degree programmes to learners across India who cannot attend a residential campus primarily working professionals, career changers, and distance learners.
Bennett Online operates under the same UGC-recognised institutional umbrella as the main university. This means the online degrees awarded through Bennett Online are entitled under UGC's regulations for Online and Open Distance Learning (ODL), carrying the same legal standing as a conventional university degree in India.

The online programmes from Bennett Online are specifically designed with a curriculum that considers the dual responsibilities of working adults — allowing learners to study at their own pace while also participating in scheduled live sessions. The programmes are 100% online, with no compulsory campus visits for the academic curriculum, though certain orientation or examination components may differ by cohort.

Online Courses Offered by Bennett University

As of the current academic cycle, Bennett Online offers two degree-level programmes in online mode:

Both programmes are management-focused, aligning with Bennett University's strength in its School of Management. The online MBA is targeted at working professionals seeking career advancement, while the Online BBA is positioned for students who wish to pursue an undergraduate management degree without campus residence.

Online MBA at Bennett University – Complete Details

The Bennett Online MBA is a two-year, four-semester postgraduate programme delivered entirely online. It is positioned for working professionals who want to earn a formal management degree while continuing their employment. Classes are conducted through a dedicated Learning Management System (LMS) with scheduled live sessions, so learners can engage with faculty and peers in real time without relocating or taking a career break.

MBA Specialisations Available Online

The Online MBA at Bennett University allows students to choose a specialisation aligned with their career goals. The available specialisations include:

1. Marketing
2. Finance
3. Human Resource Management
4. Business Analytics & Operations
5. Logistics & Supply Chain Management
6. Healthcare Management
7. Media Management
8. Family Business & Entrepreneurship

The Business Analytics & Operations and Logistics & Supply Chain Management specialisations reflect the growing demand in data-driven and operations roles. The Healthcare Management track is relevant for professionals in hospital administration and pharma. The Media Management specialisation draws on the Bennett University–Times Group connection, providing a business framework for media industry careers.

Curriculum Structure

The programme follows a semester-based structure across four semesters. Core subjects typically cover management fundamentals including Organisational Behaviour, Financial Management, Marketing Management, and Business Research Methods in the first year, followed by specialisation electives and a project dissertation in the second year. The exact credit structure and subject list is published on the official programme page and may be updated each academic cycle.

Learning Format

The programme is delivered through a combination of pre-recorded lecture videos, live interactive sessions, assignment-based assessments, case study discussions, and semester-end examinations. The digital learning experience is designed to include industry-aligned electives and, where applicable, practical project components that working professionals can apply to their current job roles.

Online BBA at Bennett University – Complete Details

The Online BBA is an undergraduate-level business management programme offered through Bennett Online. It is suited for students who have completed Class 12 (10+2) and wish to pursue a recognised management degree in fully online mode either because they are in a remote location, managing work alongside studies, or prefer the flexibility of online education over a campus routine.

Programme Focus

The Online BBA covers foundational management subjects such as Business Communication, Principles of Management, Financial Accounting, Business Economics, Marketing Fundamentals, and Organisational Behaviour across the six semesters. The programme aims to provide the same academic content as the on-campus BBA but in a format accessible to remote learners.

Who Is It For?

The Online BBA is particularly relevant for students in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities who do not wish to relocate to a metropolitan area for college, working students balancing early employment alongside studies, and learners who have completed Class 12 with a gap year and seek a flexible reentry into formal education.

Online Course Fee Structure

The fee structures for Bennett Online programmes are generally more affordable than the university's on-campus equivalents, given the absence of hostel, mess, sports, and campus infrastructure charges. The fees listed below are based on publicly available information and are subject to revision each academic year. Always confirm the current fee schedule directly with Bennett Online before applying.

Online MBA Fees

Online BBA Fees
The Online BBA fee structure follows a similar framework total programme fees are spread across six semesters. As with the MBA, no hostel or campus-specific charges apply. Exact fee amounts are made available to applicants during the admission process.

Eligibility Criteria for Online Programmes

Online MBA Eligibility

Online BBA Eligibility

Online Admission Process – Step-by-Step

The admission process for Bennett Online programmes is fully digital. There is no requirement to visit the campus to complete the enrolment. The general steps are:
 

Accreditation & Recognition

Understanding a university's regulatory standing is one of the most important factors when evaluating an online degree in India. Here is a factual summary of Bennett University's recognitions that are relevant to its online programmes:

The term "UGC Entitled" used by Bennett Online means the online degree is issued by a UGC-recognised university and is legally on par with a degree from a conventional university. This is distinct from universities that offer online certificates or diplomas, which may not carry the same formal standing. Graduates of the Online MBA or Online BBA from Bennett University receive a degree certificate issued by Bennett University, not a certificate of completion.