Distance Education 

Diploma in Computer Applications - DCA

Duration : Min. Duration 1 Year
Max. Duration 2 Years​

 

Programme Details

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Introduction

 

Computers have brought about major changes in all spheres of life, and especially so in business and management. Today, it is extremely difficult to imagine the world without computer. Businesses rely heavily on computer technology to assist them in almost every aspect of their work. This programme is a perfect blend of online learning as well as traditional distance learning programme for gaining basic computer skills in application side.

 

Objectives

 

1.To demonstrate a sound knowledge in basics of computer application.
2. To demonstrate a practical knowledge for solving problems.
3. To provide in depth knowledge to help in further study.
4. To acquire competence for Government Sector and Banking sector jobs.
5. To acquire specialized skills in IT/ Business environment.

 

Programme Code : 1K24

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Programme Duration

 

Min. Duration 1 Year
Max. Duration 2 Years

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Eligibility & Fee

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Eligibility

 

10+2 in any stream or equivalent

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Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned here in or otherwise for admission to any programme is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

 

*Fee Details

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Programme Fee₹ 11000 (per semester)

Examination Fee₹ 1500 (per semester)

Study Material Fee₹ 1000 (per semester)

 

Note:

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• Programme Fee for 1st semester will be payable at the time of admission. Fee for all other semester(s) will be payable as per the schedule prescribed by the university before the start of End Term Exam of corresponding semester/ year.

• Examination fee will be payable along with the programme fee.

• If a student wants to take printed Study Material, then he/ she is required to pay the Study Material fee separately at the time of receiving Study Material.

*Exclusive of one time Application Fee of Rs. 500/- to be paid at the time of new admission.

 

Career Prospects

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IT Services

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• Data classification

• Data entry

• Routine administrative work such as MIS (Management Information System)

 

Print & Electronic Media (in television companies, newspaper houses and other media related industries)

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• Printing

• Publishing

• Video Editing

 

BPO Industry

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• Data management

• Technical support

 

Advertising Agencies

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• Client servicing

• Multimedia presentations

 

Further Study Options:

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• Lateral Entry in 2nd year of BCA/ B.Sc. IT/ B.Sc. CS as per the eligibility criteria prescribed by the universities.

 

Travel Agencies

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• Ticketing

• Booking

• Documentation

• Reservation

 

Secretarial Jobs

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• Secretarial services

• Office jobs

 

Some of the relevant designations are

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• Data Entry Operators

• Computer Operator cum Secretary

• Office Assistant

• Technical Support Executive

• Customer Support Executive

• Ticketing Assistant

• Ticketing Executive

• Client Servicing Executive

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