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Programmes aligned with National Education
Policy (NEP) 2020, emphasising flexible and technology-enabled higher
education.
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Designed for working professionals and
aspirational learners seeking flexible, career-focused degrees without leaving
their jobs.
Noida,
India | April 8th, 2026 : Bennett University,
backed by The Times Group, has launched Bennett Online,
a dedicated Centre for Distance and Online Education, offering fully online MBA and online BBA programmes designed for India's growing cohort
of working professionals who cannot step away from careers to pursue a degree
on campus.
The
move marks a significant expansion for the Greater Noida-based institution,
which holds a NAAC A+ accreditation, is approved by UGC-DEB to offer online
programmes under the UGC Entitled Category, and has until now operated
primarily as a residential university. Bennett Online will extend the
university's academic credentials to learners across the country through a
flexible digital format.
Across
industries, professionals are increasingly turning to flexible learning
pathways to keep pace with rapid technological and business transformation.
Demand for online higher education has also grown steadily as professionals
look for flexible, career-focused learning opportunities.
Mr
Vineet Jain, Chancellor of Bennett University and Managing Director of The
Times Group, said, "India is entering a decade
where economic growth will be driven not only by capital and infrastructure,
but also by the strength of its human capital. The ability of professionals to
continuously learn, reskill, and adapt will determine how effectively India
converts its demographic dividend into global leadership. Bennett Online is our
effort to expand access to high-quality, industry-relevant education and enable
ambitious learners across the country to actively participate in India’s growth
story."
The
launch comes as demand for flexible, employer-recognised degree programmes has
accelerated across India, driven by rapid adoption of digital technology and
data-driven decision-making across industries. Organisations are restructuring
leadership pipelines, and mid-career professionals, particularly those without
postgraduate qualifications, are finding themselves at a disadvantage.
Dr
Raj Singh, Vice Chancellor of Bennett University,
said, “The programmes are designed to emphasise capability building rather
than simple content delivery. Our objective is not simply to deliver content
online; it is to build real capability. These programmes are designed to
strengthen analytical thinking, broaden leadership perspective, and build
digital awareness that professionals increasingly need to succeed in today’s
rapidly evolving business environment.”
The
online MBA programme is designed for professionals targeting leadership and
management roles and combines flexible digital delivery with structured
academic oversight and evaluation aligned to university standards. The Online
BBA programme is a foundational undergraduate degree in business and management
for aspirational learners without interrupting existing commitments.
Both
programmes have been developed in alignment with the National Education Policy
2020, which calls for flexible learning pathways and the responsible
integration of digital education in India's higher education system. Bennett
Online will operate with full faculty oversight and evaluation frameworks
consistent with the university's on-campus standards, a key differentiator in a
market crowded with certificate-led platforms and other players.
As
online higher education grows in India, the initiative reflects Bennett
University’s broader commitment to expanding access to credible higher
education while maintaining strong academic standards. As the demand for
flexible learning continues to grow, universities increasingly have a responsibility
to ensure that online education combines accessibility with academic rigour.