Government Recognized University
Sardar Patel University
Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh
Curriculum Design & Planning Ecosystem
PGDM Program Framework
NHEQF Level 6 Aligned · NEP Compliant · 2026–27
UGC / NHEQF Level 6 Alignment Summary
Mandatory integration of IKS (Indian Knowledge Systems) and UHV (Universal Human Values). Assessment moved to 40% Internal / 60% External with 10-point Letter Grading.
Credits per Sem
20
Total 40 (UGC Min)
OJT Weightage
4 Credits
180 Field Hours
Categorization
DSC / DSE
AEC / SEC Applied
NHEQF Category Distribution
Total 40 Credits DSC: Core Major (20)
DSE: Electives (6)
SEC: AI Tools (4)
AEC: Soft Skills (4)
IKS: Bharatiya Thought (2)
OJT: Training (4)
Abbreviation Ledger / Legend
Course categorisation glossaryDSC
Discipline Specific Core (Major)
Mandatory Exam + Practical
DSE
Discipline Specific Elective (Minor)
Mandatory Exam + Practical
AEC
Ability Enhancement Course
Viva / Practical based
SEC
Skill Enhancement Course
Optional Practical assessment
IKS
Indian Knowledge Systems
Exam / Viva
UHV
Universal Human Values
Project based
OJT
On-Job Training
Field Viva / Industry Immersion
