The Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University (formerly North Odisha University) has traditionally been known as a place where one can get high-quality and affordable education. The university has empowered thousands of learners in the state of Odisha as well as beyond through its Centre of Distance and Online Education (CDOE), which was originally launched in 2003. CDOE has since become a reliable hub of full-time flexible postgraduate education over the years and is facilitated with state-of-the-art technology and quality academic materials. By the 2019-20 academic session, it had managed to educate 14,496 students, and, following a short hiatus, it started its programs with renewed vigor and UGC-DEB accreditation, currently providing five postgraduate courses in the 2025-26 academic year.

The online Master of Social Work (MSW) at Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University is developed with the purpose of educating students who would like to serve society well without the inconvenience of not being able to study at their own time. The program will provide a good foundation in social welfare systems, community development, counseling, and implementation of policies with updated digital content, well-organized modules, and professional faculty mentorship. The 2025-26 batch will commence admissions in July-August 2025, ensuring it is a great opportunity for those who wish to further their knowledge on social work by having a credible and learner-friendly online platform.

The prospective graduates of the Online MSW program can expect numerous rewarding career opportunities. The possible partners include NGOs, state welfare agencies, educational institutions, hospitals, mental health organizations, rehabilitation centers, CSR departments of businesses, and international development organizations. Professional development and the opportunity to impact society positively become possible as such jobs as social worker, counselor, community mobilizer, program coordinator, research associate, or welfare officer become available.