Master of Business Administration Infrastructure Development & Management (MBA IDM)
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The two-year full-time residential MBA Infrastructure Development & Management (MBA IDM) at SCMHRD Pune is a unique programme. It aims to ‘Build Capabilities to Make Infrastructure Happen’. The course content blends SCMHRD’s proven legacy of management education and a curriculum that has been designed by Industry experts. The course is exhaustively designed to deal with various issues and challenges in the development of infrastructure in India. At the same time, it provides a strong grounding in general managerial aspects like business strategies, supply chain management and business laws. Students are given the opportunity to specialize in select functional and sectoral areas.
The program is spread across four semesters and offers specialisations in Project Execution, Project Feasibility & Finance and sectoral specializations including Transportation, Energy, Urban Infrastructure and key areas of Project Feasibility.
The structure of the programme is designed to give students the best in industry exposure and a nurturing classroom environment, to help them become the leaders of tomorrow, in the specialisation of their choice.
MBA IDM graduates from SCMHRD just don’t join any industry house – they influence it, shape it, and change it for the better. The program teaches students to not only recognize opportunity, but to create it, an essential ability in a business environment that is constantly evolving both inside and outside of their organizational environment. SCMHRD focuses exclusively on leadership education with focus on education and research in solving the leadership challenges plaguing the organizations of today.
The step by step process for admission to MBA IDM programme at SCMHRD Pune is as follows:
Step 1: The candidate must apply and appear and score the minimum required percentile in SNAP Test
Step 2: Along with submitting application for SNAP exam, candidates should register and apply for admission to SCMHRD Pune by paying additional registration fee of Rs.1000/- per programme through SNAP application form
Step 3: Preserve the Admit Card of SNAP Test for further selection process at SCMHRD, Pune. Appearing for SNAP Test does not automatically qualify an applicant for the next step in SCMHRD Pune selection process
Step 4: SCMHRD Pune Shortlist Criteria is based on SNAP exam score. For MBA IDM admission, every year SCMHRD Pune shortlist criteria is announced. Shortlisted candidates are called for GE-PI Round from among the candidates who have a valid SNAP score, who have applied for admission to SCMHRD Pune and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
Step 5: The final admission round in SCMHRD Pune MBA IDM selection process will be held separately at SCMHRD Pune campus
Step 6: After the GE-PI round, final admission offers will be made to successful candidates. Admission offer will be based on the weightage awarded to SNAP score, GE, PI and institute specific marks. Offer letters will be sent to the mailing address provided in the application form as also by email.
SCMHRD Pune MBA IDM curriculum is divided into four semesters spread over two years. SCMHRD specializes in producing quality talent in the fields of Infrastructure Development & Management. The program offers specialisations in Project Execution, Project Feasibility & Finance and sectoral specializations including Transportation, Energy, Urban Infrastructure and key areas of Project Feasibility. The structure of the programme is designed to give students the best in industry exposure and a nurturing classroom environment, to help them become the leaders of tomorrow, in the specialisation of their choice.
SCMHRD believes to impart wholesome knowledge through experience and practical learning. SCMHRD has designed intense academic curriculum to prepare its students to deliver their best. Apart from academic excellence, the institute also focuses on equipping the students with the latest technical competencies used in the corporate world. SCMHRD has a consistent track record of placing its students in most sought after companies every year.
MBA IDM at SCMHRD provides the students Conceptual knowledge of business along with a sound understanding of management theory and practice, offers Corporate exposure to the methods of business and best business practices and also builds interpersonal skills and leadership qualities.
At the end of first year, students go for summer internships in prominent companies. In the second year specializations are offered in the areas of Project Execution, Project Feasibility & Finance and sectoral specializations including Transportation, Energy, Urban Infrastructure and key areas of Project Feasibility. Pedagogy at SCMHRD Pune is a mix of many methodologies. There is a conscious effort to make the sessions interactive by using case studies and references of latest developments in the relevant field. In addition, students are encouraged to undertake multiple projects to hone their research and analytical skills. Latest tools and techniques like Business Simulations are used wherever possible. Ample amount of guest lectures are organized by inviting leading corporate executives, especially from the alumni pool.
Candidates need to register and apply for SNAP exam and in the same SNAP form can apply for SCMHRD Pune MBA admission. The registration and application fee for SNAP exam is Rs.2250/- and SCMHRD Pune MBA application fee is Rs.1000/-
To meet the SCMHRD Pune MBA IDM eligibility criteria, the candidate must be a Graduate in any Engineering Stream (B.E. or B.Tech), or Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), or Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan.) from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade 45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes (SC)/ Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates].
- Preference will be given to candidates with work experience.
- Candidates appearing for final year examinations can also apply, but their admission will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes
- A candidate who has completed qualifying qualification from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
- One of the most important points in SCMHRD Admission Eligibility criteria is that the candidate should appear in SNAP and must obtain minimum cut off score in the entrance exam to become eligible for admission
With the objective of encouraging meritorious students and academic excellence, Scholarships/ Awards are offered to deserving students of the University by the Symbiosis Society Foundation. Following scholarships are offered to SCMHRD Pune students:
University Scholarships: SIU Pune offers various scholarships to SCMHRD Pune students including Merit based PG Scholarships, Jayatee Deshmukh PG Scholarship for a Girl Student, Alumni Scholarship, International Student Scholarships, Outstanding sports person Scholarships, Jayatee Deshmukh Award among others Apart from these, Government of India and other scholarships are also offered to students.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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The two-year full-time residential MBA is the flagship programme of SCMHRD Pune. The program is spread across four semesters and offers specialisations in Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, Operations, Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship. The structure of the programme is designed to give students the best in industry exposure and a nurturing classroom environment, to help them become the leaders of tomorrow, in the specialisation of their choice.
MBA graduates from SCMHRD just don’t join any industry house – they influence it, shape it, and change it for the better. MBA at SCMHRD goes beyond the traditionally tried and tested methods to instill in students a complete entrepreneurial mindset. The program teaches students to not only recognize opportunity, but to create it, an essential ability in a business environment that is constantly evolving both inside and outside of their organizational environment. SCMHRD focuses exclusively on leadership education with focus on education and research in solving the leadership challenges plaguing the organizations of today.
The step by step process for admission to MBA programme at SCMHRD Pune is as follows:
Step 1: The candidate must apply and appear and score the minimum required percentile in SNAP Test
Step 2: Along with submitting application for SNAP exam, candidates should register and apply for admission to SCMHRD Pune by paying additional registration fee of Rs.1000/- per programme through SNAP application form
Step 3: Preserve the Admit Card of SNAP Test for further selection process at SCMHRD, Pune. Appearing for SNAP Test does not automatically qualify an applicant for the next step in SCMHRD Pune selection process
Step 4: SCMHRD Pune Shortlist Criteria is based on SNAP exam score. For MBA admission, every year SCMHRD Pune shortlist criteria is announced. Shortlisted candidates are called for GE-WAT-PI Round from among the candidates who have a valid SNAP score, who have applied for admission to SCMHRD Pune and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
Step 5: The final admission round in SCMHRD Pune MBA selection process will be held separately at SCMHRD Pune campus
Step 6: After the GE-PI-WAT round, final admission offers will be made to successful candidates. Admission offer will be based on the weightage awarded to SNAP score, GE, WAT, PI and institute specific marks. Offer letters will be sent to the mailing address provided in the application form as also by email.
SCMHRD Pune MBA curriculum is divided into four semesters spread over two years.
SCMHRD specializes in producing quality talent in the fields of HR, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Infrastructure Management and Business Analytics. The institute believes to impart wholesome knowledge through experience and practical learning. SCMHRD has designed intense academic curriculum to prepare its students to deliver their best. Apart from academic excellence, the institute also focuses on equipping the students with the latest technical competencies used in the corporate world. SCMHRD has a consistent track record of placing its students in most sought after companies every year.
MBA at SCMHRD provides the students Conceptual knowledge of business along with a sound understanding of management theory and practice, offers Corporate exposure to the methods of business and best business practices and also builds interpersonal skills and leadership qualities.
At the end of first year, students go for summer internships in prominent companies. In the second year specializations are offered in the areas of Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, Operations, and Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
Pedagogy at SCMHRD Pune is a mix of many methodologies. Apart from the usual chalk-n-talk, there is a conscious effort to make the sessions interactive by using case studies and references of latest developments in the relevant field. In addition, students are encouraged to undertake multiple projects to hone their research and analytical skills. Latest tools and techniques like Business Simulations are used wherever possible. Ample amount of guest lectures are organized by inviting leading corporate executives, especially from the alumni pool.
Candidates need to register and apply for SNAP exam and in the same SNAP form can apply for SCMHRD Pune MBA admission. The registration and application fee for SNAP exam is Rs.2250/- and SCMHRD Pune MBA application fee is Rs.1000/-
- To meet the SCMHRD Pune MBA eligibility criteria, the candidate must hold a minimum a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST)
- A candidate appearing for the final year in graduation and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply. Their admission, however will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in the qualifying examination.
- One of the most important points in SCMHRD Admission Eligibility criteria is that the candidate should appear in SNAP and must obtain minimum cut off score in the entrance exam to become eligible for admission.
SCMHRD Pune will conduct final selection round separately. The components of overall final selection process are Group Exercise, Written Assessment Test (WAT) and Personal Interview - Overall Assessment. The candidates will be individually interviewed by an expert member panel comprising of academicians/ HR professionals/ Operations management experts / corporate executives to assess the overall personality effectiveness, attitude, fitment to the programme, curricular and co-curricular performance, professional achievements, tenure of work experience, its relevance.
With the objective of encouraging meritorious students and academic excellence, Scholarships/ Awards are offered to deserving students of the University by the Symbiosis Society Foundation. Following scholarships are offered to SCMHRD Pune students:
University Scholarships: SIU Pune offers various scholarships to SCMHRD Pune students including Merit based PG Scholarships, Jayatee Deshmukh PG Scholarship for a Girl Student, Alumni Scholarship, International Student Scholarships, Outstanding sports person Scholarships, Jayatee Deshmukh Award among others Apart from these, Government of India and other scholarships are also offered to students.
International Master in Business (IMB)
SDA Bocconi Asia Center is the pan-Asian hub of SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy. SDA Bocconi Asia Center offers MBA equivalent International Master in Business (IMB) program at the Mumbai campus.
SDA Bocconi Asia Center International Master in Business (IMB) is the flagship management program offered by SDA Bocconi Asia Centre.
SDA Bocconi International Master in Business program is a 22 month full time MBA/PGDM equivalent program that offers a unique opportunity to study for 4 months in Bocconi Italy campus. SDA Bocconi IMB program comprises of two 11-month modules, which includes a 4-month specialization semester spent at the Bocconi campus in Milan, Italy in the second module. SDA Bocconi Asia Centre IMB Fee includes the International semester tuition fees as well.
SDA Bocconi International Master in Business Program Highlights
- Dual-Country Learning Experience with Compulsory International Immersion
- Contemporary and Future-Ready Curriculum
- World-Class Faculty from SDA Bocconi, Italy.
- Comprehensive Career Development Services
- 105 Credits under European Credit Transfer System
- Opportunity to join Powerful Network of 140,000+ Global Bacconi Alumni
Admissions are now open for the 2-year, full-time International Master in Business (IMB) program at SDA Bocconi Asia Center for the 2026–28 batch.
SDA Bocconi accepts scores from the CAT, NMAT, GMAT, and GRE exams. Additionally, candidates who have not taken these exams can opt for the Bocconi Test, conducted by SDA Bocconi Asia Center for MBA admission.
Admission Criteria
For the 2026 intake, SDA Bocconi follows a holistic admission process. The overall profile of the candidate is evaluated, which includes:
- Academic consistency
- Test scores
- Extracurricular achievements
- Personal interview performance
There is no fixed CAT cutoff. Candidates with scores around the preferred or safe range, combined with a strong overall profile, may be shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) round.
SDA Bocconi Asia Center Admission Process: 5 Key Steps
Online Application Form: Fill out the online application and pay the application fee of INR 3,500.
Submit Test Scores and Documents: Upload a valid score from CAT, GMAT, GRE, NMAT, or Bocconi Test. Also submit your CV, academic transcripts, and essays.
Schedule the Bocconi Test (if applicable): Candidates without other test scores must take the Bocconi Test.
Personal Interview: Shortlisted applicants are invited for a personal interview, where their profile, motivation, and communication skills are assessed.
Offer Letter / Admission Result: Selected candidates receive an offer letter or admission decision via email.
SDA Bocconi IMB program is built with a combination of theory, case-study methodology, international experiences and corporate exposure. It is specifically designed to create responsible, reliable, and effective business leaders. SDA Bocconi Asia Center International Master in Business program structure and curriculum is as follows:
Preparatory Courses (June – September 2026)
The SDA Bocconi Asia Center International Master in Business program begins with preparatory courses focused on essential skills such as data visualization, creativity, market research, and complex problem-solving. Core courses then introduce foundational topics including data analysis, competitive analysis, business strategy, and business communication.
TERM 1 (September – December 2026)
In Term 1 of SDA Bocconi Asia Center International Master in Business program, students expand their business knowledge through subjects like financial reporting, marketing, project management, advanced data analytics, organizational behavior, and information systems, alongside a focus on sales and consumer behavior.
TERM 2 (January – March 2027)
This term strengthens strategic, financial, and technological competencies with courses in corporate finance, AI and machine learning for business, human resource management, operations strategy, digital marketing, corporate strategy, and entrepreneurship.
TERM 3 (June – August 2027)
The second year opens with a focus on economics, banking, communication, negotiation, and organizational behavior. Students also begin customizing their learning path through electives.
TERM 4 (September – December 2027)
Students continue to shape their professional profiles by selecting a set of electives from a diverse menu of topics. This term is designed to build specialized knowledge and practical skills aligned with their individual interests and career goals.
TERM 5 (January – March 2027)
The final term highlights leadership and responsible management, featuring courses in innovation, corporate governance, and ethics. Design Thinking is revisited as a creative approach to solving complex business challenges. Electives continue to offer opportunities for focused learning, ensuring graduates leave with a strategic and well-rounded perspective.
Above SDA Bocconi IMB curriculum is designed to offer following benefits to participants:
1. CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS LEARNING: In addition to traditional business disciplines, the SDA Bocconi IMB program offers courses on Sustainability and Circular Economy, Digital Transformation, AI and ML, Design Thinking, Product Management, Luxury Business, and more.
2. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE: SDA Bocconi IMB program offers a compulsory 4-month international immersion at SDA Bocconi. IMB participants learn from the world-class SDA Bocconi faculty, who are not only great teachers but mentors and advisors.
3. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING: Experiential Learning with live projects, simulations, advanced workshops, internships, and live case studies that integrate theory with practice.
4. CAREER DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM: SDA Bocconi Career Development Curriculum (CDC) includes alumni sessions, leadership series, expert functional insights, 1-on-1 career advice & access to professional opportunities.
SDA Bocconi Asia Center application process has a simple application form to apply online. The application fee is Rs. 3500. To complete your SDA Bocconi Application process, you need following documents to be uploaded while filling the application form:
- 10th mark sheet
- 12th mark sheet
- Graduation mark sheets of all semesters/years available as a single pdf
- Degree Certificate/ Provisional Certificate if available at the time of submission of application.
- Updated CV (Sample Format)
- Copy of Photo ID (Passport/Pan Card etc.)
- A Digital Passport-Size Photograph
- Entrance Test Score Card (Not Applicable for Bocconi Test Takers)
- Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or should be in their Final Year while applying.
- The academic eligibility criteria are a minimum of 55% across 10th, 12th, and under graduation, and a minimum aggregate average of 70% for 10+12+undergrad.
SDA Bocconi IMB admissions process is designed to ensure the right fit between the program and the candidates. This approach goes beyond just academic qualifications and formal admission requirements. The selection emphasizes many important intangible factors that are necessary for success as a manager and leader.
SDA Bocconi IMB admissions process is based on holistic evaluation that includes:
- Academic ability and test scores
- Work experience quality and relevance
- Extra-curricular activities and achievements
- Soft skills and leadership potential
- Personal interview performance
SDA Bocconi IMB admissions process has no entrance exam cut offs. Candidates with scores around the preferred/safe scores with outstanding profile factors might get shortlisted for the PI round.
Important dates
Application Start Date | September 2025 |
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Round 1 Submission Last Date Deadline | November 21, 2025 |
Round 2 Submission Last Date Deadline | January 22, 2026 |
Round 3 Submission Last Date Deadline | March 23, 2026 |
Round 4 Submission Last Date Deadline | To Be Decided |
SDA Bocconi Asia Center offers wide range of scholarships and tuition fee waiver schemes to meritorious and needy students. Key details of SDA Bocconi Mumbai Scholarships are as below:
SDA Bocconi Asia Center offers up to 80% merit-based tuition waivers for eligible IMB candidates, along with scholarships such as the Women in Leadership and Sports & Cultural Arts Scholarships.
Additionally, the Dean’s Scholarship is awarded to academically strong candidates. It is applicable based on academic performance in the first year, recognizing a consistent record of merit. Selections are made by the admissions committee, and their decisions are final.
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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SIBM Pune was the first B-school to launch an MBA programme combining Innovation and Entrepreneurship during the India's Decade of Innovation 2010-20. Besides, as the industry is increasingly expecting its employees to have an entrepreneurial mindset and since there are no institutes in India providing an MBA programme combining innovation and entrepreneurship/intrapreneurship, there is a huge opportunity for Symbiosis to fill this space. Moreover, the Diploma in Innovation Corporate Entrepreneurship (DICE) which SIBM Pune has been successfully running is a case in point to suggest that there are takers for this programme both from the student side as well as from the industry side.
The MBA Innovation and Entrepreneurship offered at SIBM Pune is a two year full time residential programme. On successful completion of the course, students are awarded MBA degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
The step by step process for admission to MBA Innovation and Entrepreneurship programme at SIBM Pune is as follows:
Step 1: The candidate must apply and appear and score the minimum required percentile in SNAP Test
Step 2: Along with submitting application for SNAP exam, candidates should register and apply for admission to SIBM Pune by paying additional registration fee of Rs.1000/- per programme through SNAP application form
Step 3: Preserve the Admit Card of SNAP Test for further selection process at SIBM, Pune. Appearing for SNAP Test does not automatically qualify an applicant for the next step in SIBM, Pune selection process
Step 4: SIBM Pune Shortlist Criteria is based on SNAP exam score. For MBA (I&E) admission, every year SIBM Pune shortlist criteria is announced. Shortlisted candidates are called for GE-WAT-PI Round from among the candidates who have a valid SNAP score, who have applied for admission to SIBM Pune and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
Step 5: The final admission round in SIBM Pune MBA (I&E) selection process will be held separately at SIBM Pune campus
Step 6: After the GE-PI-WAT round, final admission offers will be made to successful candidates. Admission offer will be based on the weightage awarded to SNAP score, GE, WAT, PI and institute specific marks. Offer letters will be sent to the mailing address provided in the application form as also by email.
SIBM Pune MBA Innovation and Entrepreneurship curriculum is divided into four semesters spread over two years. In the first year and in part of the second year, students cover Generic core courses as well as electives. At the end of first year, students go for summer internships in prominent companies. In the second year electives & specializations are offered in the areas of Social Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, Retail Management, Digital Marketing among others.
Pedagogy at SIBM Pune is a mix of many methodologies. Apart from the usual chalk-n-talk, there is a conscious effort to make the sessions interactive by using case studies and references of latest developments in the relevant field. In addition, students are encouraged to undertake multiple projects to hone their research and analytical skills. Latest tools and techniques like Business Simulations are used wherever possible. Ample amount of guest lectures are organized by inviting leading corporate executives, especially from the alumni pool. In fact, SIBM Pune has consistently received Awards for excellent industry interaction. Students are also encouraged to write success stories of illustrious alumni, which the college publishes in the form of books. Field visits are also a regular feature.
Candidates need to register and apply for SNAP exam and in the same SNAP form can apply for SIBM Pune MBA (I&E) admission. The registration and application fee for SNAP exam is Rs.2250/- and SIBM Pune MBA application fee is Rs.1000/-
- To meet the SIBM Pune MBA (I&E) eligibility criteria, the candidate must hold a minimum a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST)
- A candidate appearing for the final year in graduation and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply. Their admission, however will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in the qualifying examination.
- One of the most important points in SIBM Admission Eligibility criteria is that the candidate should appear in SNAP and must obtain minimum cut off score in the entrance exam to become eligible for admission
SIBM Pune will conduct MBA (I&E) final selection round separately. The components of overall final selection process are:
Group Exercise: The candidates will be given an exercise/activity to be completed in group within specified time. They will be assessed for their communication skills, team working, problem solving ability
Written Assessment Test (WAT): Candidates should complete the essay/topical write up in time. The evaluation will be made on the basis of written communication skills, content, language, grammar, flow of presentation.
Personal Interview - Overall Assessment: The candidates will be individually interviewed by an expert member panel comprising of academicians/ HR professionals/ Operations management experts / corporate executives to assess the overall personality effectiveness, attitude, fitment to the programme, curricular and co-curricular performance, professional achievements, tenure of work experience, its relevance
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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The two-year full-time residential MBA is SIBM Pune's flagship programme, spread across four semesters and offering specialisations in Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain Management and Data Analytics. The structure of the programme is designed to give students the best in industry exposure and a nurturing classroom environment, to help them become the leaders of tomorrow, in the specialisation of their choice.
SIBM Pune offers Outcome Based Education (OBE) in its MBA programme. The Outcome Based Education (OBE) focuses on students achieving outcomes (required attributes, skills, qualities) after undergoing the learning process through the OBE methodology. On successful completion of the programme, students are awarded MBA degree from Symbiosis International University (SIU).
The step by step process for admission to MBA programme at SIBM Pune is as follows:
Step 1: The candidate must apply and appear and score the minimum required percentile in SNAP Test
Step 2: Along with submitting application for SNAP exam, candidates should register and apply for admission to SIBM Pune by paying additional registration fee of Rs.1000/- per programme through SNAP application form
Step 3: Preserve the Admit Card of SNAP Test for further selection process at SIBM, Pune. Appearing for SNAP Test does not automatically qualify an applicant for the next step in SIBM, Pune selection process
Step 4: SIBM Pune Shortlist Criteria is based on SNAP exam score. For MBA admission, every year SIBM Pune shortlist criteria is announced. Shortlisted candidates are called for GE-WAT-PI Round from among the candidates who have a valid SNAP score, who have applied for admission to SIBM Pune and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
Step 5: The final admission round in SIBM Pune MBA selection process will be held separately at SIBM Pune campus
Step 6: After the GE-PI-WAT round, final admission offers will be made to successful candidates. Admission offer will be based on the weightage awarded to SNAP score, GE, WAT, PI and institute specific marks. Offer letters will be sent to the mailing address provided in the application form as also by email.
SIBM Pune MBA curriculum is divided into four semesters spread over two years. In the first year and in part of the second year, students cover Generic core courses as well as electives. At the end of first year, students go for summer internships in prominent companies. In the second year specializations are offered in the areas of Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain Management and Data Analytics.
Pedagogy at SIBM Pune is a mix of many methodologies. Apart from the usual chalk-n-talk, there is a conscious effort to make the sessions interactive by using case studies and references of latest developments in the relevant field. In addition, students are encouraged to undertake multiple projects to hone their research and analytical skills. Latest tools and techniques like Business Simulations are used wherever possible. Ample amount of guest lectures are organized by inviting leading corporate executives, especially from the alumni pool. In fact, SIBM Pune has consistently received Awards for excellent industry interaction. Students are also encouraged to write success stories of illustrious alumni, which the college publishes in the form of books. Field visits are also a regular feature.
Candidates need to register and apply for SNAP exam and in the same SNAP form can apply for SIBM Pune MBA admission. The registration and application fee for SNAP exam is Rs.2250/- and SIBM Pune MBA application fee is Rs.1000/-
- To meet the SIBM Pune eligibility criteria, the candidate must hold a minimum a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST)
- A candidate appearing for the final year in graduation and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply. Their admission, however will be subject to obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in the qualifying examination.
- One of the most important points in SIBM Admission Eligibility criteria is that the candidate should appear in SNAP and must obtain minimum cut off score in the entrance exam to become eligible for admission
SIBM Pune will conduct final selection round separately. The components of overall final selection process are:
Group Exercise: The candidates will be given an exercise/activity to be completed in group within specified time. They will be assessed for their communication skills, team working, problem solving ability
Written Assessment Test (WAT): Candidates should complete the essay/topical write up in time. The evaluation will be made on the basis of written communication skills, content, language, grammar, flow of presentation.
Personal Interview - Overall Assessment: The candidates will be individually interviewed by an expert member panel comprising of academicians/ HR professionals/ Operations management experts / corporate executives to assess the overall personality effectiveness, attitude, fitment to the programme, curricular and co-curricular performance, professional achievements, tenure of work experience, its relevance
Integrated B.Tech.-MBA Program
IIM Amritsar offers Integrated B.Tech. – MBA Program (IBM) jointly by IIM Amritsar and NIT Jalandhar. The program integrates the curriculum of B.Tech. degree from NIT Jalandhar and MBA degree from IIM Amritsar in 5 years, thereby saving one academic year for the students. Admission to the program will be through an entrance test conducted by IIM Amritsar followed by a Personal Interview. All 4th semester students of NIT Jalandhar are eligible to apply for the program.
The first year MBA curriculum will be covered in semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. program. Students will also get an opportunity to do summer internships in managerial roles at the end of 8th semester. The IBM program offers B.Tech. students of NIT Jalandhar a unique opportunity to be corporate ready with this Integrated B.Tech. MBA degree.
Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in within the stipulated time and pay the online non-refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. 1000/- for candidates belonging to SC/ST category) .
- Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in
- Candidates belonging to NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD categories need to produce valid Caste certificate(s) in support of their reservation category and candidates belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) need to produce a valid document ascertaining the eligibility of the candidate to apply under EWS category.
- Candidates will be required to take the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET). The IET will be designed based on the CAT for admission to the IIMs. It will comprise of a total 75 questions – 25 each in 3 sections, namely, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability. (QA). The
- Candidate will get 40 minutes per section with a total duration of 120 minutes. Each correct answer will carry 3 marks and each wrong answer will fetch a negative 1 mark.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview based on their eligibility criteria for the IBM program, have submitted an application complete in all respects including the applicable application fee, have appeared for the IET conducted by IIM Amritsar and obtained a positive (non-zero) score in each of the sections IET exam
- Shortlisting criteria weightages are: IET Score 70%; Jee Score-5%; CGPA upto Semester 3-15%; Gender Diversity-10%.
- Final selection after personal interview will be made based on various attributes as below:
The program covers the entire MBA curriculum offered by IIM Amritsar. Courses normally covered in the 1st year of MBA at IIM Amritsar will be covered in Semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. program through lectures in hybrid mode. In the final year of the IBM program, students are expected to take a minimum of 16 units and a maximum of 18 units of electives divided over three terms. In addition to the above the students will be required to take the core courses Applications of Business Communication, Business Law/Legal Aspects of Business, Strategic Management, Social Involvement Project.
The courses taught in the first year of the MBA program will be covered over semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. curriculum. These courses will be taught in offline mode. Schedule for these courses will be integrated in the regular B.Tech. schedule of NIT Jalandhar. For the final year of the MBA program the students will shift to the hostels provided by IIM Amritsar and will attend regular offline classes at IIM Amritsar. IIM Offers optional international immersion Module to IBM students. An additional cost needs to be paid by the candidates if they are interested.
Faculty teaching both IBM and MBA program are drawn from the same pool of faculty available at IIM Amritsar. The attendance and assessment rigor are similar to the MBA program. The IBM students have to comply with the rules and regulations given in the IBM students’ manual.
- Eligible candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in within the stipulated time
- Pay the online non-refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. 1000/- for candidates belonging to SC/ST category)
- Complete your registration
- Go to your registered email id to activate your account
- Log in to your account
- Complete your application form for the IBM program
- Submit the application form
- IIM Amritsar Integrated B.Tech MBA programme is open to all students who are enrolled in the B.Tech. Program of NIT-Jalandhar and are currently in the 4th semester
- The eligible students have to appear in the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET)
- Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in
- Candidates belonging to NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD categories need to produce valid Caste certificate(s) in support of their reservation category and candidates belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) need to produce a valid document ascertaining the eligibility of the candidate to apply under EWS category.
- Candidates will be required to take the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET). The IET will be designed based on the CAT for admission to the IIMs. It will comprise of a total 75 questions – 25 each in 3 sections, namely, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability. (QA). The
- Candidate will get 40 minutes per section with a total duration of 120 minutes. Each correct answer will carry 3 marks and each wrong answer will fetch a negative 1 mark.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview based on their eligibility criteria for the IBM program, have submitted an application complete in all respects including the applicable application fee, have appeared for the IET conducted by IIM Amritsar and obtained a positive (non-zero) score in each of the sections IET exam
- Shortlisting criteria weightages are: IET Score 70%; Jee Score-5%; CGPA upto Semester 3-15%; Gender Diversity-10%.
- Final selection after personal interview will be made based on various attributes as below:
MBA for Executives (MBAEx)
The program is a power-packed full-time residential program focusing on developing leadership skills & critical thinking skills. This program has been exclusively designed for working professionals and entrepreneurs who are hungry to learn and desire to transform themselves with the current industry demands. The program enables them to climb up the ladder faster and provides an opportunity to upgrade their knowledge in sync with current trends. The programme curriculum is rigorous academic content and industry connect with opportunities to collaborate and share their knowledge and learning through faculty and peers.
The admission process is a simple 4-step process that starts with applying for K J Somaiya Institute of Management’s MBA Executive programme.
Step 1: CAT/XAT/CMAT/NMAT/GMAT
Apply from CAT 2024/ XAT 2025/ CMAT 2025/ NMAT** / GMAT*
* Valid scores of GMAT exam taken in the year 1st January 2022 to 30th August 2025.
** Only the 1st attempt of NMAT will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of Work Experience after graduation is mandatory.
Step 2: SOP
Shortlisting of candidates based on test scores. Shortlisted candidates to fill Candidate Profile Form & Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Step 3: PI Process
PI will be conducted online via Zoom.
Step 4: Final Admission
Candidates will be offered provisional admission. Admission is provisional i.e. subject to fulfillment of all the eligibility requirements.
The program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with essential leadership, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills. Participants will delve into self-leadership styles, enhance their ability to navigate complex business situations, and develop a deep understanding of strategic management. Additionally, the program provides a strong foundation in financial principles and prepares students for the future of business by exploring the latest trends in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Through a combination of workshops, guest lectures, case studies, and real-world projects, students will gain valuable insights from industry experts and have opportunities to apply their knowledge in practical settings.
The students should fill out the online application form, which is available on the institute admission portal. To apply, visit here: MBA Executive Admission Process, Eligibility & Fees (admissions.somaiya.edu)
• Graduates in any discipline with aggregate 50% marks from any UGC approved college & recognized University.
• The aspirant needs to have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Aspirants must have appeared for any of CAT 2024/ XAT 2025 /CMAT 2025/ NMAT 2024/ GMAT as set by the institute.
The selection process is a simple 4-step process which starts with applying for K J Somaiya Institute of Management’s MBA Executive programme.
• Students will have to appear for any of the qualifying exams for the institute.
• A Statement of Purpose needs to be submitted, specifying the aspirant’s reasons for joining this programme
• Students will undergo group discussion & personal interview
• The admission seat will be offered based on the merit and availability of seats taken together. The candidate will be communicated via email about the seat offered to her/him or the corresponding waitlisted number
MBA Sports Management
K J Somaiya Institute of Management and Somaiya Sports Academy jointly offer the MBA Sports Management program in Mumbai. Our campus, equipped with world-class sports facilities managed by SSA, provides a unique experiential learning environment. Our pedagogical motto- "Learn Act Strike," integrates classroom lectures, case studies, and project work with hands-on experience through internships, volunteering, and live projects. This comprehensive approach equips students for successful placements in the sports industry.
1. Application: Aspiring candidates can complete the online application form on the institute’s official website. Applicants are allowed to apply for more than one program if interested.
2. Shortlist for PI: Candidates are shortlisted based on profile. MBA Sports Management Students also require filling the Statement of Purpose (SOP) if shortlisted
3. PI (Personal Interview): Shortlisted candidates must participate and undergo a comprehensive Personal in-depth interview. The GD-PI process will be conducted across different cities across India.
4. Online Seat Allotment: Candidates will be offered the programme based on their results, preference, and the availability of seats.
The curriculum for the first year of an MBA program covers a broad array of core management disciplines. The Student Progression Program is designed to facilitate holistic personal and professional growth by encouraging self-reflection, competency mapping, and self-discovery. This program guides students through a transformative journey, helping them reflect on their strengths, weaknesses, and career aspirations.
The Day 1 Industry Ready initiative prepares students to seamlessly transition into the professional world from the very first day of their careers. This readiness is facilitated through several targeted programs such as Ken & Economist and Careers & Conversations.
The application fee is Rs. 1,000/- (Non-refundable)
The students should fill out the online application form, which is available on the institute admission portal
1. Application: Aspiring candidates can complete the online application form on the institute’s official website. Applicants are allowed to apply for more than one program if interested.
2. Shortlist for PI: Candidates are shortlisted based on profile. MBA Sports Management Students also require filling the Statement of Purpose (SOP) if shortlisted
3. PI (Personal Interview): Shortlisted candidates must participate and undergo a comprehensive Personal in-depth interview. The GD-PI process will be conducted across different cities across India.
4. Online Seat Allotment: Candidates will be offered the programme based on their results, preference, and the availability of seats.
• A Statement of Purpose needs to be submitted, specifying the aspirant’s reasons for joining this programme
• Students will undergo a personal interview
• The admission seat will be offered based on the merit and availability of seats taken together. The candidate will be communicated via email about the seat offered to her/him or the corresponding waitlisted number
MBA Health Care Management (MBA HCM)
The healthcare sector in the country is growing at a tremendous speed and is estimated to multiple through the years. This has certainly increased the number of skilled and trained professionals for this sector. K J Somaiya Institute of Management is one of the best colleges which offers MBA Healthcare Management courses. The course aims to cover detailed requirements of the ambitious healthcare administrators and practitioners.
It covers every aspect of this field in detail. MBA in HCM covers the entire syllabus of management of the health sector. The students are given hands-on experience about the skills and the challenges that are a part of this sector. Practical knowledge is extremely important in this sector and K J Somaiya Institute of Management aims to give you all that and more.
1. CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT
- Appear for CAT 2024 / XAT 2025 / CMAT 2025 / NMAT (Only 1st attempt will be considered) / GMAT.
- Candidates can apply for more than one programme (MBA/HCM).
- GMAT score valid from 1st January 2022 to 20th January 2025.
2. Shortlist for GD-PI
- Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of profile & test scores.
- Students also require filling the Statement of Purpose (SOP) if shortlisted.
3. GD-PI Process
- GD-PI Process will be conducted across different cities in India.
- Case-Based Discussion and Personal In-depth Interview.
4. Merit List Declaration
- The results will be declared online.
5. Online Seat Allotment
- Candidates will be offered the programme based on their merit positions and availability of seats.
The MBA in Healthcare Management (HCM) curriculum integrates social science, medical science, management, and technology for a comprehensive approach to the healthcare sector. It emphasizes experiential learning through research and analysis with hospitals, technology startups, and social and public health organizations. Collaboration with K J Somaiya Hospital enhances learning through capstone projects. Students also benefit from international immersion programs, including a two-week opportunity with NAPC in the UK, offering global exposure.
The eligibility to apply to apply for the MBA Healthcare Management programme at K J Somaiya Institute of Management is as follows:
• Minimum 50% aggregate in your graduation from recognized university
• Qualifying scores of CAT / XAT / GMAT* / NMAT (Only 1st attempt will be considered) / CMAT.
* GMAT scores valid from 1st January 2022 to 20th January 2025
• A Statement of Purpose needs to be submitted, specifying the aspirant’s reasons for joining this programme
• Students will undergo a personal interview
• The admission seat will be offered based on the merit and availability of seats taken together. The candidate will be communicated via email about the seat offered to her/him or the corresponding waitlisted number
PhD in Management
The doctoral program at IIM Amritsar is 4 years full time PhD programme. The programme is aimed at producing high quality researchers and effective management teachers. The program will train participants to adopt a scientific approach to study phenomenon of interest to them and to disseminate this knowledge through scientific publications, teaching, and organizational interventions.
Doctoral students can choose to pursue their program in the areas of specialization namely, Economics & Public Policy, Finance, Accounting & Control, IT & Computational Systems, Marketing & Communications, Organizational Behavior & Human Resources Management, Quantitative Methods & Operations Management, Strategic Management
IIM Amritsar provides limited financial assistance to its doctoral students including monthly fellowship, annual contingency grant, and research grant to attend conferences / workshops. Following financial assistance and scholarships are offered to PhD scholars:
A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 40,000 per month during the first and second years of the program.
A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 45,000 per month after successful completion of the comprehensive examination, i.e., starting from the third year to the end of the fourth year or till the submission of the thesis, whichever is earlier.
A one-time computer purchase grant of Rs. 50,000 at the end of the course work, i.e. after the successful completion of a comprehensive examination.
Rs. 25,000 per year (for four years) as contingency grant to cover expenses related to attending conferences, workshops, purchase of books, and relevant research activities on a reimbursement basis
Rs.1,75,000/- (upper limit) for attending international conferences/workshops during their entire tenure
The students are provided medical insurance as per the Institute’s student welfare policy
Candidates need to apply online by the last date with an application fees of Rs.1500
- Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and apply for IIM Amritsar PhD admission must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization). Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- The candidates short-listed on the basis of their academic record, performance in the competitive examinations mentioned above, and research interests will be called for a personal interview (including Research Aptitude Test and Written Analysis Test) for final selection
- The successful candidates will receive admission offers from IIM Amritsar
IIM Amritsar program structure includes compulsory course work, comprehensive examination, thesis proposal, and doctoral level research (including thesis work). During the first two years of the program, as part of the compulsory coursework, doctoral students study foundation level and doctoral level courses, including research methodology courses. After completing the second-year course work, doctoral students take the comprehensive examination. The comprehensive examination tests whether the doctoral student has obtained the satisfactory knowledge in respective field of specialization (including research methodology). It may consist of written and oral examination. After successful completion of the mandatory course work and comprehensive examination, doctoral students undertake their research work, supervised by a thesis advisory committee.
- Candidates need to apply online by the last date with an application fees of Rs.1500
- Candidates need to provide the complete and accurate information in the application process
- You need to upload your recent color photograph (passport size) and qualifying examination’s scorecard (in the PDF format)
A candidate for the programme must have Master’s degree or Post Graduate Diploma or its equivalent in any discipline with first class, OR B.Tech. / 4 Years Degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent, OR Any professional qualification such as CA/ ICWA/ CS/CFA- Level-II (USA) with a graduate degree in the relevant subject with a minimum 55% aggregate marks or equivalent grade point average.
Those who are appearing for their final year of Master’s / Bachelor’s examination in the current academic year may also apply.
Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and seeking admission into the programme must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization) examinations are eligible to apply in the relevant area of specialization. Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and apply for IIM Amritsar PhD admission must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization). Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- The candidates short-listed on the basis of their academic record, performance in the competitive examinations mentioned above, and research interests will be called for a personal interview (including Research Aptitude Test and Written Analysis Test) for final selection
- The successful candidates will receive admission offers from IIM Amritsar
IIM Amritsar provides limited financial assistance to its doctoral students including monthly fellowship, annual contingency grant, and research grant to attend conferences / workshops. Following financial assistance and scholarships are offered to PhD scholars:
- A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 40,000 per month during the first and second years of the program.
- A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 45,000 per month after successful completion of the comprehensive examination, i.e., starting from the third year to the end of the fourth year or till the submission of the thesis, whichever is earlier.
- A one-time computer purchase grant of Rs. 50,000 at the end of the course work, i.e. after the successful completion of a comprehensive examination.
- Rs. 25,000 per year (for four years) as contingency grant to cover expenses related to attending conferences, workshops, purchase of books, and relevant research activities on a reimbursement basis
- Rs.1,75,000/- (upper limit) for attending international conferences/workshops during their entire tenure
- The students are provided medical insurance as per the Institute’s student welfare policy