Ignou gives degree or just a course completion status card??

hi,

I have passed IPCC - I and will also complete my articleship by next year. I recently called IGNOU for info about their B.com(A&F) which can be completed in one year by CA students who have passed IPCC. I was told that i will be an associate student and the prospectus clearly states that associate student cannot be granted degree but will be given a course completion status card. I want to know if the info is correct and if i complete the course will I be give an degree which makes me eligible for exams requiring graduation ???

See 2nd last para for details : https://www.ignou.ac.in/userfiles/Associate%20Student_writeup.pdf