PhD in Management
Indian Institute of Management Nagpur has started the Doctoral Programme from the academic year 2021-22. The objective of the programme is to seek, develop, and foster contextually relevant and socially conscious academicians and researchers seeking thought leadership in management fields.
IIM Nagpur PhD program duration is four years. It is a full time programme. No fee is charged from the candidates who are admitted to IIM Nagpur PhD programme. Instead, they are paid monthly stipend of Rs.30,000 per month for first two years and Rs.33,000 per month in last two years to pursue the PhD programme. On completion of the programme, participants will be awarded with Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree by IIM Nagpur
Ph.D. programme graduates from IIM Nagpur will have career opportunities as Faculty at reputed national and international Management Institutes; Management Research Consulting; Policy & Research Centres; Corporate R&D Centres among others
Interested candidates will have to apply online at the link admissions.iimnagpur.ac.in.
Candidates can fill-up the application form online.
The admission process at IIM Nagpur for the PhD programme is carried out over various stages as below:
- Fill a detailed application form and submit within a stipulated date
- Only those candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered for preparing the shortlist for PIs. The shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
- Candidates who accept the email invitation for PI will be called for interviews. All the candidates called for PI will have to attend area-led PI followed by programme-led PI. In case a candidate has applied for two areas of specialization, he/she has to attend the interview for each Area.
- Candidates who appear for the PI will be considered for this stage.
- Admission offers will be sent to the successful candidates. The selected candidates will receive a provisional admission offer from IIM Nagpur by email.
IIM Nagpur launched the PhD programme to seek, develop, and foster contextually relevant and socially conscious academicians and researchers seeking thought leadership in management fields. The program duration will be four years. The initial two years will be coursework leading to a comprehensive assessment. Afterward, participants undertake the thesis work for the remaining duration under the supervision of an advisory committee. An extension of up to one year is possible with a recommendation of the Dissertation Advisory Committee (DAC) chair and upon approval by the programe Executive Committee (EC). However, no stipend will be provided during the extended term beyond four years unless approved by the programe EC in consultation with the Director.
- Interested candidates will have to apply online at the link admissions.iimnagpur.ac.in.
- Candidates can fill-up the application form online.
- A candidate can apply for a maximum of two areas of specialization.
The application fee is INR 1,000 for applying to a single area and INR 1,500 for applying to two areas.
Required documents to be uploaded with the application form are - Copy of the latest exam score certificate; Attested copy of all academic mark-sheets/certificates and Degree of Graduation/ Post Graduation; Caste certificate (if applicable); DAP certificate (if applicable); Documents related to the work experience (if applicable); Documents related to research/academic output (if applicable)
A candidate should qualify for any one of the following educational qualifications*:
Education: Master’s degree (two years following the 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 system of education) with a minimum of 60% or equivalent marks; Post-graduate diploma in management (two years following the 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 system of education) of two years in duration passed with at least 60% or equivalent marks; Professional qualification – CA/ICWA/CS with (with at least 50 % aggregate marks) along with a Bachelor’s degree exam passed with a minimum of 60% or equivalent marks; A five-year integrated Master’s degree (five years following the 10+2 system of education) program in any discipline, with at least 60 % aggregate or equivalent marks; A 4 year / 8 semesters Bachelor’s degree (10+2+4 system of education) with a minimum of 85% or equivalent marks
Minimum Marks: The eligibility of Minimum percentage of marks obtained in qualifying exam is – 85% in bachelor’s degree; 60% in Master’s Degree; 50% in professional degree
Final Year Candidates: Candidates who are in the final year of their Master’s/Bachelor’s Programmes that would make them eligible can also apply
Acceptable Entrance Exams: Applicants will need at least one of the following test scores to apply for Ph.D. at IIM Nagpur based on the area they are applying to. Screening examination scores would be accepted for application to Ph.D. Programme if the exam has been taken any time in the last two years. The qualifying entrance exams are - CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET, and UGC-JRF, CSIR-NET
Waivers: PGP (Full-time) alumni of any IIM who have graduated within the past three years will get a waiver from appearing for the screening examinations provided they have graduated with a minimum CGPA equivalent to 60%
The admission process at IIM Nagpur for the PhD programme is carried out over various stages as below:
- Fill a detailed application form and submit within a stipulated date
- Only those candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered for preparing the shortlist for PIs. The shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
- Candidates who accept the email invitation for PI will be called for interviews. All the candidates called for PI will have to attend area-led PI followed by programme-led PI. In case a candidate has applied for two areas of specialization, he/she has to attend the interview for each Area.
- Candidates who appear for the PI will be considered for this stage.
- Admission offers will be sent to the successful candidates. The selected candidates will receive a provisional admission offer from IIM Nagpur by email.
Executive MBA at IIM Nagpur Pune Campus
IIM Nagpur has launched the two-year Executive MBA Program in the academic year 2024-26 for Pune Campus for mid to senior level executives, who are looking at accelerating their career growth. The Executive MBA is scheduled on weekends/weekdays evenings over two years so that working professionals could attend without taking a break in their careers.
The Executive MBA Program is designed to equip the participants with formal management education and sharpen their skills to enable them to move into senior leadership roles. The program aims to develop competent, ethical and professional managers, capable of working in any sector of organized activity, provide leadership and achieve excellence while they contribute to the welfare of their organization as well as the society at large.
The program curriculum for MBA Executive at IIMN Pune campus has been curated to match latest industry requirements after benchmarking with the best international as well as Indian management institutes. Valuable inputs from eminent experts and leaders from the industry and academia have been incorporated in the curriculum.
Candidates are required to fill a detailed application form within a stipulated date for MBA Executive Programme offered at IIM Nagpur Pune Campus and pay the requisite application fees.
IIM Nagpur Pune campus Executive MBA programme is a two-year programme spread across eight terms of 3 months each (4 terms in each year). The programme incorporates about 750 hours of classroom teaching spread over two years. The courses include a mix of core (compulsory) courses and elective (to be chosen by participants) courses.
The programme follows a credit system where 1 credit equals 10 hours of classroom teaching. All courses will generally be of either 3 credits (30 hours) or 1.5 credits (15 hours). Each term (of 3 months) will have 3 to 4 courses (total max 9 credits). The core (compulsory) courses will be delivered over the first five terms (4 terms in the first year and first term of the second year), totalling to 45 credits (or 450 hours).
The final three terms (6, 7, 8) in the second year will comprise of elective courses across various areas of specialization. The participants can choose courses as per their interest and professional requirements. A major specialization will be considered if a participant chooses minimum 4 elective courses from one area, and a minor specialization will require a participant to choose minimum 3 elective courses from one area. Currently, the various specialization areas in IIM Nagpur MBA Executive programme are Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Decision Science & Information Systems, Economics, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources Management, Production and Operations Management.
The total credits to be accrued by the participants across all elective courses (in terms 6, 7 & 8) should be minimum 30 (300 hours) and maximum 36 (360 hours).
- Fill the complete Application Form Online before the last date at the IIM Nagpur Pune campus admission website: iimnagpur.ac.in/admissions/ executive-mba/iim-nagpur-pune-campus/application-portal/
- Pay the requisite application fee of Rs.1500
- Upload the documents and keep your documents ready for verification as required in the application form
- Required documents to be uploaded with application are Self-attested copy of all academic mark-sheets/certificates and Degree of Graduation/ Post Graduation; Work Experience proofs
IIM Nagpur Pune Campus MBA Executive eligibility criteria for admission to the programme are:
- Candidate must have done graduation with 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
The candidate should be a working professional with minimum 3 years of work experience
Should appear in IIM Nagpur screening exam IIMNAT which is conducted for IIM Nagpur Pune campus MBA executive admission
The admission process for Executive MBA offered at Pune campus of IIM Nagpur will comprise of the following stages:
Stage 1: Candidates are required to fill a detailed application form within a stipulated date for Pune Campus.
Stage 2: Candidates who complete the application form and clear the preliminary eligibility checks will be issued admit cards for screening examination IIMNAT.
Stage 3: Appear in Online IIM Nagpur Aptitude Test – IIMNAT. It is 90 minutes exam comprising multiple choice questions divided into three sections – Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation.
Stage 4: A shortlist for the Personal Interview (PI) will be released for Pune Campus based on the IIMNAT scores.
Stage 5: Candidates who are shortlisted will have to attend the PI round. Only candidates who appeared for the PI will be considered for the preparation of the final merit list.
Stage 6: Admission offers will be sent to the successful candidates based on their Final Score. The Final Score will be computed based on the Screening Examination performance, past academic performance, and personal interview.
The announcement of admission to Executive MBA offered at Pune campus of IIM Nagpur will be prominently exhibited on the IIMN website www.iimnagpur.ac.in, digital media, and mails.
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
The two-year Executive MBA Program (previously termed as MBA for Working Professionals) by IIM Nagpur has been designed for mid to senior level executives, who are looking at accelerating their career growth without taking a break from existing jobs. The Executive MBA Program is designed to equip the participants with formal management education and sharpen their skills to enable them to move into senior leadership roles.
Working professionals with minimum 50% marks (or equivalent) in graduation and minimum 3 years of work experience can apply for the Executive MBA. IIM Nagpur has designed contemporary course benchmarked with the best international as well as Indian management institutes. The classes are conducted in evening on weekends/weekdays. On successful completion of the programme, IIM Nagpur will award Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree to participants.
Candidates are required to fill a detailed application form within a stipulated date for MBA Executive Programme offered at Nagpur Campus and pay the requisite application fees.
The admission process for Executive MBA will comprise of the following stages:
Stage 1: Candidates are required to fill a detailed application form within a stipulated date for Nagpur Campus.
Stage 2: Candidates who complete the application form and clear the preliminary eligibility checks will be issued admit cards for screening examination IIMNAT.
Stage 3: Appear in Online IIM Nagpur Aptitude Test – IIMNAT. It is 90 minutes exam comprising multiple choice questions divided into three sections – Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation.
Stage 4: A shortlist for the Personal Interview (PI) will be released for Nagpur Campus based on the IIMNAT scores.
Stage 5: Candidates who are shortlisted will have to attend the PI. Only candidates who appeared for the PI will be considered for the preparation of the final merit list. Stage 6: Admission offers will be sent to the successful candidates based on their Final Score. The Final Score will be computed based on the Screening Examination performance, past academic performance, and personal interview.
The announcement of admission to Executive MBA at IIM Nagpur will be prominently exhibited on the IIMN website www.iimnagpur.ac.in, digital media, and mails.
IIM Nagpur Executive MBA programme is a two-year programme spread across eight terms of 3 months each (4 terms in each year). The programme incorporates about 750 hours of classroom teaching spread over two years. The courses include a mix of core (compulsory) courses and elective (to be chosen by participants) courses.
The programme follows a credit system where 1 credit equals 10 hours of classroom teaching. All courses will generally be of either 3 credits (30 hours) or 1.5 credits (15 hours). Each term (of 3 months) will have 3 to 4 courses (total max 9 credits). The core (compulsory) courses will be delivered over the first five terms (4 terms in the first year and first term of the second year), totalling to 45 credits (or 450 hours).
The final three terms (6, 7, 8) in the second year will comprise of elective courses across various areas of specialization. The participants can choose courses as per their interest and professional requirements. A major specialization will be considered if a participant chooses minimum 4 elective courses from one area, and a minor specialization will require a participant to choose minimum 3 elective courses from one area. Currently, the various specialization areas in IIM Nagpur MBA Executive programme are Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Decision Science & Information Systems, Economics, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources Management, Production and Operations Management.
The total credits to be accrued by the participants across all elective courses (in terms 6, 7 & 8) should be minimum 30 (300 hours) and maximum 36 (360 hours).
- Fill the complete Application Form Online before the last date at the IIM Nagpur admission website: https://exembaadmission.iimnagpur.ac.in/
- Pay the requisite application fee of Rs.1500
- Upload the documents and keep your documents ready for verification as required in the application form
- Required documents to be uploaded with application are Self-attested copy of all academic mark-sheets/certificates and Degree of Graduation/ Post Graduation; Work Experience proofs
IIM Nagpur MBA Executive eligibility criteria for admission to the programme are:
- Candidate must have done graduation with 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
- The candidate should be a working professional with minimum 3 years of work experience
- Should appear in IIM Nagpur screening exam IIMNAT which is conducted for MBA executive admission
The admission process for Executive MBA will comprise of the following stages:
Stage 1: Candidates are required to fill a detailed application form within a stipulated date for Nagpur Campus.
Stage 2: Candidates who complete the application form and clear the preliminary eligibility checks will be issued admit cards for screening examination IIMNAT.
Stage 3: Appear in Online IIM Nagpur Aptitude Test – IIMNAT. It is 90 minutes exam comprising multiple choice questions divided into three sections – Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation.
Stage 4: A shortlist for the Personal Interview (PI) will be released for Nagpur Campus based on the IIMNAT scores.
Stage 5: Candidates who are shortlisted will have to attend the PI. Only candidates who appeared for the PI will be considered for the preparation of the final merit list. Stage 6: Admission offers will be sent to the successful candidates based on their Final Score. The Final Score will be computed based on the Screening Examination performance, past academic performance, and personal interview.
The announcement of admission to Executive MBA at IIM Nagpur will be prominently exhibited on the IIMN website www.iimnagpur.ac.in, digital media, and mails.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The two-year full-time, residential, Master in Business Administration (MBA) programme, popularly known as Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is the flagship programme of IIM Nagpur. The programme aims to create leaders, managers and entrepreneurs with strong conceptual foundations and analytical meticulousness ingrained in a sound understanding of the socio-economic context. The programme facilitates students to take on challenges in achieving professional excellence and self- development.
The MBA has been designed with a view to prepare the students for leadership roles. It grooms the students into competent professionals with an orientation towards excellence and high ethical standards, irrespective of the sector they choose to work in – be it business, not-for-profit, government-related or social change.
A significant feature of IIM Nagpur MBA program is the Field Immersion Module which helps the students to experience real-life problems and come up with practical solutions for them. The students at IIMN are encouraged to explore their entrepreneurial ambitions
IIM Nagpur MBA has unique industry connect programme of bringing ‘corporate into classrooms’ to produce relevant talent for corporate world. It aims to create value-driven leaders, global managers, and entrepreneurs with strong conceptual foundations and analytical approach. IIM Nagpur has student exchange programmes with multiple foreign universities including Japan, Singapore, South Korea, France, and Dubai. In the past IIMN has had its students participate in exchange programmes with Tel Aviv University, Israel; Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand and Instituto Tecnologico Autonoma de Mexico (ITAM). IIMN is expanding this programme further.
Application process for admission at IIM Nagpur opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Nagpur Admission at this stage.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA program at IIM Nagpur is through CAT Exam and IIM CAP PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Tiruchirappalli is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in IIM CAP PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Nagpur admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. After the PI round, IIM Nagpur prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round which is the common PI round for CAP participating IIMs.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Nagpur will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Nagpur to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, work experience among others
Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates.Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date
The IIM Nagpur curriculum is benchmarked against the best in the world to ensure that excellent management education is imparted based on vibrant pedagogic practices while maintaining contemporary relevance in the Indian scenario. A combination of lectures, classroom discussions, case studies, individual and group projects, term papers, role plays, business games are included to deliver and evaluate the courses.
MBA program includes 3 terms in a year. The courses comprise Professional Management Practice including Rural immersion and interaction with Industry experts as mentors, field immersion and summer internship on completion of the first year. It lays the foundation for conceptual and critical reasoning. Lectures by various guests including academicians, industrialists, and eminent personalities, also enrich the student experience.
The Field Immersion Module during the 1st year at IIM Nagpur offers an opportunity for MBA students to interact with the industry. Students are attached to participating organizations from 4 broad sectors- Government and Infrastructure; Industry and Business (Small and Medium Enterprises); Agriculture, Food Processing & Rural Development and NGO and Environmental Management.
Also, students intern with corporate enterprises in the traditional summer internship at the end of the first year. The FIM acquaints them with the organizational challenges of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the not-for-profit sector.
IIM Nagpur MBA curriculum also offers International student exchange programmes with multiple foreign universities. This helps them in being better prepared for careers in a highly dynamic global business world.
The second year of the MBA programme focuses on more experiential learning and specializations.
Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam. On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Nagpur PGP (MBA) and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Nagpur admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Nagpur Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Nagpur as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Nagpur website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Nagpur admission.
- IIM Nagpur 2 years full time MBA Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round which is the common PI round for CAP participating IIMs.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Nagpur will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM
Nagpur to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, work experience among others
Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
Xavier Business School is delighted to extend a warm welcome to you as we introduce the prestigious Executive MBA Programme at St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata (SXUK) from the Academic year 2024-25. This is a remarkable milestone in our commitment to provide exceptional education and foster the growth of visionary leaders.
The Executive MBA Programme has been designed for junior, mid-level and senior executives who want to enhance their leadership skills, business acumen, and career prospects. This programme typically differs from traditional MBA programme in several ways to accommodate the needs of working executives. The programme aims to equip experienced professionals with the skills, knowledge, and network needed to advance in their careers and take on leadership roles in today's dynamic business world.
In today's dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape, the need for individuals who possess a unique blend of expertise, leadership acumen, and a global perspective is highly relevant. Our Executive MBA programme has been carefully designed to empower professionals to excel in this competitive and rapidly changing environment.
The Executive MBA programme is tailored to meet the specific needs of working professionals. It offers flexibility without compromise, enabling you to maintain your career while enhancing your skills and expanding your network. Through a rigorous academic experience, you will gain the knowledge and insights required to tackle the challenges and complexities of the modern business world.
This programme is not just about obtaining a degree; it is about transforming your career and unleashing your potential. It is about fostering innovation, promoting ethical leadership, and developing a global perspective. As you embark on this transformative journey, you will build lasting relationships, form partnerships, and gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel as leaders in your respective fields.
Course Duration : August 2024 to June 2026
Specializations Offered : Finance, Marketing, HR and Business Analytics
The programme has been structured to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. Classes will be held on campus during the weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) from 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM, making it possible to pursue the degree while still working full-time.
One Week On-Campus Immersion Programme, once in each year of the 2 Year programme.
Personalized Learning through MOOC Courses (1 per semester) from Coursera/Udemy/NPTL/Swayam
Experiential learning opportunities through Internship (12 weeks), consulting projects, and simulations to provide practical insights into business challenges.
Additional Certification Courses on areas like Lean Six Sigma, Digital Marketing, Project Management etc. that will provide executives with specialized skills and knowledge that are highly valuable in various industries.
Highly experienced Faculty from Industry and Academia
Robust curriculum with Applied learning pedagogy through case studies and real-world projects to enhance practical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Be a part of a strong Xaverian Alumni network, to get ongoing support and opportunities throughout your career.
The final selection of the applicant will be based on his/her composite score prepared by Xavier Business School, which considers assessment of the applicant from different dimensions, which includes the following:
- Past Academic Scores [Class X, XII and Graduation] (Weightage: 20%)
- SXUK Aptitude Test (Weightage: 10%)
- National Level Management Entrance Test Score [XAT, CAT, GMAT, GRE,
- MAT, CMAT, ATMA] (Weightage: 10%)
- Personal Interview (Weightage: 30%)
Work Experience (Weightage: 30%)
XBS Admissions Committee reserves the right to modify these components while communicating these to the applicants at the Individual Assessment stage (Personal Interview). The overall objective will be to identify and assess the candidate’s potential for a managerial career.
Sl. No. | Semester I | Credit | Full Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Managerial Economics | 4 | 100 |
2 | Managerial Accounting | 4 | 100 |
3 | Business Statistics | 4 | 100 |
4 | Organizational Behavior | 4 | 100 |
5 | Operational Research | 4 | 100 |
6 | MOOC Course | 4 | - |
Sub-Total (A) | 24 | 500 | |
Sl. No. | Semester II | Credit | Full Marks |
7 | Financial Management | 4 | 100 |
8 | Managerial Accounting | 4 | 100 |
9 | Human Resource Management | 4 | 100 |
10 | Business Analytics | 4 | 100 |
11 | Strategic Management | 4 | 100 |
12 | MOOC Course | 4 | - |
Sub-Total (B) | 24 | 500 | |
Sl. No. | Semester III | Credit | Full Marks |
13 | Specialization Elective 1 | 4 | 100 |
14 | Specialization Elective 2 | 4 | 100 |
15 | Specialization Elective 3 | 4 | 100 |
16 | Specialization Elective 4 | 4 | 100 |
17 | Summer Internship Project (Report + Viva) | 12 | 300 |
18 | MOOC Course | 4 | - |
Sub-Total (C) | 32 | 700 | |
Sl. No. | Semester IV | Credit | Full Marks |
19 | Specialization Elective 1 | 4 | 100 |
20 | Specialization Elective 2 | 4 | 100 |
21 | Specialization Elective 3 | 4 | 100 |
22 | Specialization Elective 4 | 4 | 100 |
23 | Comprehensive Viva-Voce | 4 | 100 |
24 | MOOC Course | 4 | - |
Sub-Total (D) | 24 | 500 | |
Grand Total (A+B+C+D) | 104 | 2200 |
- Applicant should possess an Undergraduate Degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognized University (Approved by UGC), with a minimum of 50% marks (or equivalent grade point) in aggregate. (45% in case of SC/ST/OBC and Christian Candidates).
- Applicant must have a minimum of three (3) years of full-time work experience (As on 31.07.2024) in one or more registered companies. Applicants must be currently employed in a registered company and must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer at the time of application. The NOC should confirm that the employer supports the applicant's pursuit of an Executive MBA and is willing to accommodate any necessary schedule adjustments or commitments.
- An applicant will be required to appear in an Aptitude Test (50 Marks - 1 Hour) to be conducted by the University after successfully filling up the application form. Applicants appearing in any of the below-mentioned National Level Management Entrance Tests: XAT, CAT, GRE, GMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA with a decent percentage/percentile score, valid for the present academic year will be given preference during the Selection process.
The final selection of the applicant will be based on his/her composite score prepared by Xavier Business School, which considers assessment of the applicant from different dimensions, which includes the following:
- Past Academic Scores [Class X, XII and Graduation] (Weightage: 20%)
- SXUK Aptitude Test (Weightage: 10%)
- National Level Management Entrance Test Score [XAT, CAT, GMAT, GRE, MAT, CMAT, ATMA] (Weightage: 10%)
- Personal Interview (Weightage: 30%)
Work Experience (Weightage: 30%)
XBS Admissions Committee reserves the right to modify these components while communicating these to the applicants at the Individual Assessment stage (Personal Interview). The overall objective will be to identify and assess the candidate’s potential for a managerial career.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Xavier Business School (XBS), a member of XAMI (Xavier Association of Management Institutes), offers a 2-year full-time MBA Degree Programme (AICTE approved), with specializations in the domain of Finance, Marketing, Human Resource (HR) and Business Analytics.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on National Level Entrance Test Score (XAT, CAT, GMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, NMAT)
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in Group Discussion, Personal Interview, and Writing Ability Test as part of the selection process.
The final selection of the applicant will be based on his/her composite score prepared by Xavier Business School, which considers assessment of the candidate from different dimensions,
Selected candidates will receive an admission offer letter from the XBS Admission Office. Confirm your acceptance by paying the Admission Fee of Rs.30,000/- within the stipulated deadline, thereby securing your Provisional Admission.
Complete payment of the Semester One Course Fee amounting to Rs.2,65,000/- and undergo physical document verification to finalize your admission.
MBA programme in XBS has been designed keeping in mind the current industry scenario. It is an application-based programme where the focus is not only given to classroom teaching but also on out-of-class learning. XBS hosts number of G-talks with the focus on outbound learning where students get enriched by valuable inputs from the industry experts. The faculty in XBS consists of a mixture of both in-house and guest faculties with extensive teaching and work experience. The guest faculties include both experts from the academic domain and professionals from the industry.
XBS offers specializations in the domain of Finance, Marketing, Human Resource (HR) and Business Analytics.
- Successful completion of any Undergraduate Degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognized University (Approved by UGC), with a minimum of 50% marks (or equivalent grade point) in the aggregate. (45% in case of SC/ST/OBC and Christian candidates).
- If the final degree result is not published at the time of application, % of marks for eligibility will be calculated on the basis of 1st to 4th Semester or 1st & 2nd Year (as applicable) (6th Semester in case of a 4 Year Degree Program) and the candidate is required to pass in all papers. If, at the time of admission, the final degree mark sheet cannot be shown, the admission will be provisional, and the student must produce the same latest by October 31st, 2024 ; failing which the admission is liable to be cancelled.
- Appearance in any of the below-mentioned National Level MBA Entrance Tests: XAT, CAT, GMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, & NMAT with a decent percentage/percentile score, valid for the present academic year. The primary selection list for GD-PI-WAT will be prepared by the Institute on the basis of this score.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on National Level Entrance Test Score (XAT, CAT, GMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, NMAT)
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in Group Discussion, Personal Interview, and Writing Ability Test as part of the selection process.
The final selection of the applicant will be based on his/her composite score prepared by Xavier Business School, which considers assessment of the candidate from different dimensions,
Selected candidates will receive an admission offer letter from the XBS Admission Office. Confirm your acceptance by paying the Admission Fee of Rs.30,000/- within the stipulated deadline, thereby securing your Provisional Admission.
Complete payment of the Semester One Course Fee amounting to Rs.2,65,000/- and undergo physical document verification to finalize your admission.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
VITBS Vellore MBA Programme caters to the evolving needs of the industry by providing resolute and innovative curriculum which focuses on developing thought leaders, who are innovative, socially sensitive, ethically strong and globally competitive.
On completion of the programme, students will be able to co-create unique ideas, products and solutions; Students will be able to make decisions under constraints; Students will be able to comprehend global trends influencing the business Environment; will be able to formulate competitive strategies for the digital market places; Students will be able to analyse decisions using ethical frameworks for achieving stakeholder welfare; will be able to identify business problems and formulate alternative courses of action; will be able to systematically apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve business problems; will be able to articulate (oral and written) ideas to aid decision making; will be able to appreciate stakeholder and team involvement in executing decisions.
VITBS MBA Admission process includes following steps:
Step-1: For VIT Business School Admission, it is mandatory to appear and produce valid score card of at least one of the acceptable exams - CAT/XAT/ MAT/NMAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA
Step-2: Apart from appearing and obtaining the entrance exam score, the applicant should apply online for VIT Business School Admission at VIT’s official admission website
Step-3: Eligible candidates will be invited for personal interview (PI).
Step-4: The final selection will be made based on the merit list using a composite score with (1) best valid score card of CAT / XAT / MAT / NMAT / GMAT / CMAT / ATMA (2) Bachelor’s degree Marks, Personal Interview (PI) score (3) Relevant work experience
VITBS MBA Programme is designed with Curriculum for Applied Learning (CAL) and adopts a Semester Pattern (VI Semesters). The students are encouraged to learn by doing real time project to solve company problems through Capstone Project. VITBS offers 1+1 Exchange Programmes with US partnered universities; Personalised Career Management Training across 2 semesters by Professionals; 12 weeks Summer Industry Internship at the end of 1st year.
The programme focuses on Business Analytics in each Functional Area. Unique courses such as Fintech, Business & Society and Design Thinking. LIVE Project with MSMEs of India as part of 4th semester course.
The programme has mandatory guest Lecture by Industry experts in each course, Webinars, Harvard & Emerald Cases, Simulation Based Training, Field based projects for hands-on-experience, Industrial Visits for real time Industry exposure. Students can choose a range of elective subjects from areas such as Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology and Systems, International Business, Operations and Business Analytics.
VIT MBA Admission Application Form should be submitted online. VIT MBA Admission Application Form Fee is Rs.1200/- which should be paid online. You need to upload following documents with the application for VITBS MBA Admission. Applications submitted without necessary documents will not be accepted.
Class X, XII Board certificate as proof for date of birth.
UG / Integrated - Semester-wise / Year-wise / Consolidated mark list of qualifying exam
Result awaited candidates should upload their mark sheets upto pre-final year.
Transfer / Migration and Provisional / Degree certificate (if already received).
Community certificate (only for SC/ST categories)
Nativity certificate (only for North Eastern states).
Candidates should upload their valid score card of CAT / XAT / MAT / GMAT / CMAT / NMAT / ATMA in online application and score results awaited can submit it through email before the online interview
Aadhaar Card
VIT Business School Vellore MBA Admission Eligibility Criteria are:
A minimum of 60% mark or fi rst class is required in any Under Graduate or Integrated degree from a recognised University or Institution.
A Bachelor’s degree should be of a minimum of three years duration after completion of higher secondary education (10+2+3, +4 or +5) or equivalent.
The candidates appearing for final year examination in 2024, whose results will be published before 15th August 2024, are also eligible to apply.
Selection based on best score in CAT / XAT / MAT / NMAT / GMAT / CMAT / ATMA.
The qualification criteria is relaxed by 10% in UG degree for applicants belonging to SC/ST and applicants hailing from Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and the North Eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura.
VITBS MBA Admission process includes following steps:
Step-1: For VIT Business School Admission, it is mandatory to appear and produce valid score card of at least one of the acceptable exams - CAT/XAT/ MAT/NMAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA
Step-2: Apart from appearing and obtaining the entrance exam score, the applicant should apply online for VIT Business School Admission at VIT’s official admission website
Step-3: Eligible candidates will be invited for personal interview (PI).
Step-4: The final selection will be made based on the merit list using a composite score with (1) best valid score card of CAT / XAT / MAT / NMAT / GMAT / CMAT / ATMA (2) Bachelor’s degree Marks, Personal Interview (PI) score (3) Relevant work experience
Doctoral Programme in Management
NSB Bangalore Doctoral Program (PhD) is recognized by Bangalore University in the area of Management Studies. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at NSB Bangalore is designed to cultivate research-oriented scholars and thought leaders in the field of business and management. The program offers a unique blend of rigorous coursework, hands-on research experience, and mentorship from accomplished faculty members, ensuring that students emerge as experts in their chosen specializations.
NSB Bangalore PhD admission process is as per Bangalore University guidelines and has following process:
- Submission of Application Form
- Taking Admission Test
- Appearing in Personal Interview
- Final Admission
Shortlisting criteria for admission is based on Academics, Entrance exam score. Cut offs are not pre-decided for final selection round.
Important Dates
- Application Last Date: TBD
- Shortlist Release: August 2025
- Final Selection Round: August 2025
- Final Admission Offer: September 2025
Final Selection process for NSB Bangalore PhD programme is as below:
The selection of the candidate for the program is at the discretion of the Doctoral Committee of NSB Bangalore. Based on selection parameters, the committee will decide to offer final admission.
NSB Bangalore PhD Curriculum is as per Bangalore University guidelines. Selected candidates have to complete the prescribed Research course work of the University of Bangalore. PhD program at NSB Bangalore is designed to cultivate research-oriented scholars and thought leaders in the field of business and management. The program offers a unique blend of rigorous coursework, hands-on research experience, and mentorship from accomplished faculty members, ensuring that students emerge as experts in their chosen specializations.
NSB Bangalore faculty guiding the PhD scholars is a team of seasoned academicians and industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the PhD program. With a commitment to fostering a research-centric environment, the faculty members guide and support students in their quest for academic excellence.
Recognizing the significance of research, NSB Bangalore provides state-of-the-art research facilities and resources to PhD scholars. The institution is equipped with modern libraries, research labs, and collaborative spaces, ensuring that students have access to the tools and information necessary for ground-breaking research.
NSB Bangalore PhD Specializations
Key specialization areas for NSB Bangalore PhD students are:
- Finance & Accounting
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Logistics & Supply Chain
Eligible NSB Bangalore PhD applicants have to apply online.
NSB Bangalore PhD admission Eligibility Criteria stipulate that the candidates who have completed MBA or any other Master's Degree with 55% & above are eligible to apply for admission. For the additional eligibility the candidate has to qualify any of the following examinations with the Management as the Subject in the entrance exam.
- National Eligibity Test (NET)
- Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET)
- Univeristy of Bangalore - Ph.D Entrance Exam
- Candidates qualified for University Grants Commission – Junior Research Fellow (UGC-JRF)
- M.Phil. Degree completed having entered the program through an prescribed entrance exam.
MBA Business Analytics
MBA in Business Analytics offered by TAPMI School of Business, is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become experts in data analysis and its business applications. The program is tailored based on inputs from industry leaders and emphasizes a balance between theoretical concepts and practical experience. Through the program, students will learn to apply advanced statistical methods and predictive models to analyze large datasets and extract valuable insights that can lead to informed business decisions. The curriculum covers topics such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI, data mining, data visualization, database management, machine learning, and business intelligence tools which are the niche skills for future ready and future proof careers. The MBA Program of TAPMI School of Business got NBA Accredition in 2023.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES AND PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECIVES
- PO 1. Apply appropriate technical tools in a managerial context.
- PO 2. Articulate business context in terms of functional aspects.
- PO 3. Describe inter linkages among functional areas of an enterprise.
- PO 4. Analyze and interpret the performance of an enterprise and its various functional unit.
- PO 5. Articulate various concepts in management and demonstrate their application in specificbusiness context.
- PO 6. Describe a problem faced by an enterprise and demonstrate the application of specific concepts(s) in that context.
- PO 7. Describe the external environment faced by an enterprise and its implication toenterprise’s present and future.
- PO 8. Comprehend the linkages between an enterprise’s external environment and its internalforces and demonstrate the ability to form a strategy and steps of its execution.
- PO 9. Describe a context of ethical dilemma and demonstrate the ability to articulate the right versus the wrong in the given context.
- PO 10. Demonstrate the ability to envision the possible negative impact of an corporate decision and suggest the correct decision(s) in the context.
- PO 11. Describe the issues pertaining to leadership in a given context of an enterprise.
- PO 12. Demonstrate the ability to take decisions as a leader of an enterprise in a given context, envision the consequence and demonstrate the will to face the consequences of the decision taken.
Based on the performance in Academics (Xth, XIIth & Graduation), Entrance Test, Personal Interview, Presentation & English Comprehension Test, a merit list will be drawn to select the students for this program.Any previous work experience will be given due weightage. The selection will be based on the career and interview with equal weightage.
TAPMI School of Business MBA Business Analytics curriculum is continuously updated to integrate changes that are taking place in the business environment. It is benchmarked against the courses offered among the best B-schools. Suggestions are also invited from industry experts and alumni in designing the curriculum. The curriculum consists of compulsory (core) and elective courses. The core course package provides students with the foundation of business. The elective courses, on the other hand, are offered with an option to specialize in an area.
Applicants are required to fill in the online application form and pay the prescribed application fee (non refundable) through credit card/debit card/net banking before the last date of application.
The candidate should have passed graduate or its equivalent in any discipline (preferably students with maths in 10+2 and graduate from Engineering, Science, Computer Applications, Economics) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. The selection will be based on the career and interview with equal weightage.
Based on the performance in Academics (Xth, XIIth & Graduation), Entrance Test, Personal Interview, Presentation & English Comprehension Test, a merit list will be drawn to select the students for this program.Any previous work experience will be given due weightage. The selection will be based on the career and interview with equal weightage.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
TAPMI School of Business at Manipal University Jaipur is one of the best B-Schools emerging in North India. TSB under the mentorship of TAPMI, Manipal blends the best in management education through academic rigor and industry exposure, to create corporate-ready managers. We endeavour to create future corporate leaders with excellent conceptual, analytical, technical, human, and decision-making skills.Master of Business Administration (MBA) at TAPMI School of Business (TSB) is a two-year, full-time, residential, postgraduate programme.The MBA Program of TAPMI School of Business got NBA Accredition in 2023.
- The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree (those who are pursuing must submit the evidence of passing by October 31, 2023) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and valid score from any aptitude test (CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT / GMAT).
- Eligible candidates should apply online
Based on the performance in Academics (Xth, XIIth & Graduation), - Entrance Test, Personal Interview, Presentation & English Comprehension Test, a merit list will be drawn to select the students for this program.
- Any previous work experience will be given due weightage.
TAPMI School of Business MBA curriculum is continuously updated to integrate changes that are taking place in the business environment. It is benchmarked against the courses offered among the best B-schools. Suggestions are also invited from industry experts and alumni in designing the curriculum. The curriculum consists of compulsory (core) and elective courses. The core course package provides students with the foundation of business. The elective courses, on the other hand, are offered with an option to specialize in an area.
After the first year summer internship is compulsory. Specializations are offered in Marketing Human resources, Finance, Family Business among other areas.
Applicants are required to fill in the online application form and pay the prescribed application fee (non refundable) through credit card/debit card/net banking before the last date of application.
The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree (those who are pursuing must submit the evidence of passing by October 31, 2023) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and valid score from any aptitude test (CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT / GMAT).
- The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree (those who are pursuing must submit the evidence of passing by October 31, 2023) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and valid score from any aptitude test (CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT / GMAT).
- Eligible candidates should apply online
Based on the performance in Academics (Xth, XIIth & Graduation), Entrance Test, Personal Interview, Presentation & - English Comprehension Test, a merit list will be drawn to select the students for this program.
Any previous work experience will be given due weightage.