MBA Business Analytics
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The two-year full-time residential MBA Business Analytics Programme of SCMHRD Pune aims to provide the students with conceptual and practical knowledge of business analytics along with a sound understanding of management theory and practice. MBA BA graduates from SCMHRD just don’t join any industry house – they influence it, shape it, and change it for the better. MBA Business Analytics 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 Business Analytics 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-BA 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-BA 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 Business Analytics curriculum is divided into four semesters spread over two years. SCMHRD specializes in producing quality talent. 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.
The courses in the MBA Analytics program are designed with active participation by people in industry working with Analytics and Big Data. In addition, all courses are taught by the people in industry who helped design the courses from a holistic perspective. The courses are designed and taught in a way that will give an appreciation for various functions encountered in a real life Analytics situation – the interplay between Marketing, Risk, Operations, HR, and Finance. Students get hands-on learning about how these processes are interlinked.
The increasing availability of data has meant that management decisions can be backed up with solid analytical facts about the data. Tools that were once the exclusive domain of statisticians are now increasingly available to dissect and explore data to expose patterns that are invaluable in decision making. 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.
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. At the end of first year, students go for summer internships in prominent companies.
Candidates need to register and apply for SNAP exam and in the same SNAP form can apply for SCMHRD Pune MBA Business Analytics 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 Business Analytics Admission 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, 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.
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.
Post Graduate Program In Management (PGPM)
The PGP at ISB is a globally top-ranked one-year management programme, consistently rated the best in India. It is designed to enhance business management skills with a cutting-edge curriculum, taught by globally accomplished faculty. ISB offers its students a unique amalgamation of industry relevant programmes tailored for an Indian context, top-notch global faculty, world-class campuses, and much more. Distinguished scholars from India and around the world teach at ISB. The faculty is at the forefront of research and provides thought leadership.
ISB has collaborations with over 50 institutions for international inbound and outbound exchanges, portfolio models of international faculty, and study treks where students visit organisations at international locations and interact with key stakeholders, providing them with diverse opportunities for in-depth international exposure.
To participate in ISB PGP Admission process, you need to apply and appear in GMAT or GRE exams and apply separately to Indian School of Business. Step by Step ISB Admission Process is as below:
Step-1: Apply for ISB Admission
Step-2: Appear in Eligible Entrance Exam (GMAT, GRE)
Step-3: Check Shortlist which is based on your entrance exam score, Academic profile, Work Experience, Achievements, Essays and Letter of Recommendation
Step-4: Participate in Personal Interview Round
Step-5: Check Final Admission Offer and Pay Fees
Each applicant to the Post Graduate Programme in Management at the Indian School of Business is evaluated on the following parameters:
Academic Credentials: The application keenly evaluates your ability to cope with the rigor of the program through your past academic performance and your performance in the GMAT/GRE exam. ISB considers the 12th standard grades, graduation grades, post-graduation and certification scores- wherever applicable along with the overall GMAT/GRE score. However, no “cut off” criteria are applied to either the academic credentials or the GMAT/GRE score.
Leadership Potential: Applicants are evaluated on the basis of the impact they have made in their past professional and personal life. This aspect is assessed through the initiatives that the applicant may have taken, the responsibilities handled, and the career progression achieved to date. The one professional evaluation (i.e. recommendation) which forms an important part of the application also helps in gauging the leadership potential of the applicant in a professional setting.
Personal Attributes: ISB would look for versatile and well-rounded individuals who can contribute to society in positive and meaningful ways. People who can bring different perspectives to the class and appreciate different points of view. The School encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to become part of the Post Graduate Programme in Management. Diversity in all forms of life, like work experience, educational background, nationality, among others is given due consideration.
ISB PGP (Post Graduate Programme) is designed to be dynamic and immersive, blending rigorous coursework with real-world applications. With a focus on experiential learning, the programme emphasizes case-based teaching, simulations, projects, and industry interactions. Through a diverse curriculum spanning core business disciplines and elective specializations, students gain a holistic understanding of management principles while also honing their leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Students at ISB demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a team, exhibiting behaviour that reflects an understanding of the importance of individual roles and tasks, and the ability to manage conflict and compromise, so that team goals are achieved. Students are able to identify key issues in a business setting; develop a perspective that is supported by relevant information and integrative thinking; to draw and assess conclusions. Students shall be able to communicate verbally in an organised, clear, and persuasive manner, and be a responsive listener.
Indian School of Business PGP Admissions application process is as below:
The application form has 6 important sections apart from the personal details and statement of integrity/ declaration sections. Ensure that you completely fill all the sections before submitting the form:
Academics: Mention your X, XII, graduation, post-graduation (if any), additional certifications in this section, etc. in this section.
Work Experience: Mention your top job responsibilities, initiatives, and achievements.
Awards & Activities: Arrange your awards, achievements, and hobbies in the order of importance, and mention them in the awards, activities and hobbies sections.
GMAT/GRE Test Score: Provide a valid GMAT or GRE score. GMAT and GRE scores are valid for five years from the date you take the test. Since we require the GMAT or GRE for admission, you must take the test before submitting your application. The scores you report must be valid as of the deadline date of the round in which you apply.
Essay: Reflect on your experiences and let your thoughts flow. Focus on uniqueness and leadership. Mind the word Limit.
Recommendation: You will have to provide details of one recommender who can be your reporting manager/ previous manager/ senior colleague/ current client/ previous client/ business partner/ supplier/ auditor etc. Go by the quality of the evaluation rather than the seniority of the designation
Following key points form the ISB eligibility criteria for PGP Admission:
• Bachelor's or equivalent degree
• Valid GMAT/GRE (test centre based test only)
• Minimum 24 months of full-time work experience
Final selection is based on past academic performance, performance in the GMAT/GRE exam. ISB considers the 12th standard grades, graduation grades, post-graduation and certification scores- wherever applicable along with the overall GMAT/GRE score.
PGDM Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
The closest sibling is the LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA which shares a machine learning course but adds project management and visual analytics, and which holds NBA accreditation and AIU MBA-equivalence. The PGDM (AI & DS) instead pairs its two machine learning courses with RDBMS & Data Warehousing and a three-trimester capstone. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM General and LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management suit aspirants who prefer a functional management career.
Parameter | PGDM (AI & DS) (this programme) | PGDM (General) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (RBA) |
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Launched | 2021 | 1995 | 2008 | 2018 |
Seats (2027-29) | 30 | 180 | 60 | 60 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics |
Research component | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Not listed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.1 LPA | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.2 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 14.7 LPA | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 15.1 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI & DS 2027-29: Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Admission, Fees, Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI & DS 2027 admissions are open for 30 seats in the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (AI & DS) is the newest and smallest of the institute's four two-year, full-time PGDM programmes. The General-seat tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (AI & DS) is Rs 17.25 lakh, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Candidates need a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score. The PGDM (AI & DS) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.1 LPA.
LBSIM added the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) in 2021, making it the most recent programme in its PGDM portfolio. The programme is approved by AICTE and, like all LBSIM PGDM programmes, accredited by AACSB. It has two project components: a capstone project spread over three trimesters and a Scholarly Research Project. Class size is limited to 30 seats, the smallest intake at LBSIM. The institute hosted a National AI & DS Conference on 24 January 2026. Students also take part in the compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme that every LBSIM PGDM student completes. Dr Ekta Singhal is the Chairperson of the PGDM (AI & DS).
The LBSIM PGDM AI and DS admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and DS 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM AI and DS admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
LBSIM added the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) in 2021, making it the most recent programme in its PGDM portfolio. The programme is approved by AICTE and, like all LBSIM PGDM programmes, accredited by AACSB. It has two project components: a capstone project spread over three trimesters and a Scholarly Research Project. Class size is limited to 30 seats, the smallest intake at LBSIM. The institute hosted a National AI & DS Conference on 24 January 2026. Students also take part in the compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme that every LBSIM PGDM student completes. Dr Ekta Singhal is the Chairperson of the PGDM (AI & DS).
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Projects | Capstone project (three trimesters); Scholarly Research Project |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
LBSIM PGDM AI & DS Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Any bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, with 50% aggregate marks or equivalent. LBSIM does not restrict the discipline.
- The degree must come from a UGC or AIU recognised university in India or abroad.
- A CAT 2026 or XAT 2027 score, or a GMAT score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027.
- Students in the final year of their degree can apply provisionally
- Shortlist based on the composite score.
- Extempore.
- Personal Interview: on campus for candidates in Delhi, online for outstation candidates.
Selection weightage: In the final selection for the PGDM (AI & DS), LBSIM Delhi gives 60% weight to the entrance exam score. A combined 40% covers past academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together. LBSIM has not published how this 40% is divided, and it keeps the option to modify the process as circumstances require.
The LBSIM brochure states that the institute awards full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students, and this applies to PGDM (AI & DS) students too. The number of scholarships is not stated. Any refund is governed by AICTE regulations.
MBA Business Analytics
MBA Business Analytics program at IIM Amritsar is a 2 year full time management programme. MBA BA programme is aimed at developing professionals who will be able to manage all functions and levels of businesses using their analytical and managerial knowledge and skills. The main skills considered in the design of course curriculum are Business Analytics Skills, Management skills and Industry specific skills.
Application process for admission at IIM Amritsar 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 Amritsar Admission at this stage.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA BA program at IIM Amritsar is through CAT Exam and PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA Business Analytics at IIM Amritsar is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Amritsar admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for 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 Amritsar 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 PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
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 Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
MBA Business Analytics program curriculum focuses to develop professionals who will be able to manage all functions and levels of businesses using their analytical and managerial knowledge and skills. The First Year of the program offers a 2-week compulsory preparatory program for students to enhance their readiness for the MBA BA program; an Orientation program to familiarize students to the IIM way of learning and acquaints them with the infrastructure, services, and student activities at IIM Amritsar. The first year courses are compulsory and provide basic conceptual knowledge and analytical tools in different functional areas of management. All students undergo eight to ten weeks of summer internship after first year of the program. Summer internship helps students to apply their first year learning by doing organizationally sponsored projects. Student performance in their summer internships often result in final placement offers.
Second-year MBA BA comprises core courses in data analytics and the electives in Business Analytics spread across fourth, fifth and sixth term of the program. Students can also choose elective courses from among area specializations like Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems & Analytics, Production & Quantitative Methods, Business Strategy, Economics, and Communication. Additionally, students will also be required to go through a compulsory Capstone Project in the second year under the guidance of Institute faculty.
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 Amritsar MBA Business Analytics and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Amritsar admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Amritsar Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Amritsar website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Amritsar website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Amritsar admission
- IIM Amritsar 2 years full time MBA Business Analytics 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 PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
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 Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
PGDM Research and Business Analytics
The PGDM (RBA) and the [LINK: LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and Data Science both lean on machine learning. The RBA adds project management and visual analytics, and it holds NBA accreditation and AIU MBA-equivalence. Aspirants who prefer a broader base can compare it with the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General or the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management
Parameter | PGDM (RBA) (this programme) | PGDM (General) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (AI & DS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | 2018 | 1995 | 2008 | 2021 |
Seats (2027-29) | 60 | 180 | 60 | 30 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Research component | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.2 LPA | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.1 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 15.1 LPA | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 14.7 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA 2027-29: Research & Business Analytics Admission, Fees, Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA 2027 admissions are open for 60 seats in the PGDM (Research & Business Analytics) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is a two-year, full-time programme that joins management education with machine learning, visual analytics and a formal research paper. Tuition for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is Rs 17.25 lakh on a General seat, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Entry is through CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT. The PGDM (RBA) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.2 LPA.
LBSIM introduced the PGDM (Research & Business Analytics) in 2018 for students who want to work with data and research methods inside a management degree. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is approved by AICTE, accredited by AACSB and NBA, and recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA. What sets the programme apart is the Scholarly Research Project, which is written up as a research paper rather than a standard project report. Students use LBSIM's Analytics Lab, which runs IBM SPSS, IBM Amos, NVivo, Smart-PLS and EViews. Like every LBSIM PGDM, the programme includes a compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme. The PGDM (RBA) Chairperson is Dr Hasanuzzaman, who is from the Operations & Business Analytics area.
The LBSIM PGDM R & BA admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM R & BA 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM R & BA admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is delivered over six trimesters for a total of 120 credits. Its first-year domain-specific core is made up of Machine Learning, Project Management and Visual Analytics, taught within a first year of 23 courses. Students then complete a summer internship of 8 to 10 weeks. The second year has five core courses, seven specialisation electives and one open elective, and ends with the Scholarly Research Project.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Research | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
Application for LBSIM Delhi admission can be submitted Offline as well as Online as under:
- Go to forms.lbsim.ac.in and create a login for the PGDM application form 2027.
- Enter personal, academic and work experience details, along with your entrance exam information.
- Pay the application fee through card, net banking or UPI. It is Rs 1,500 up to 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 after that date.
- If you prefer to apply offline, collect the form from the Admission Coordinator at LBSIM, Dwarka, and pay by cash or demand draft.
- Submit before the last date in December 2026 and watch the LBSIM website for the shortlist.
LBSIM PGDM Research & Business Analytics Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- A three-year (or longer) bachelor's degree after 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate or equivalent. Graduates of any discipline can apply.
- The degree should be from a university recognised by UGC or AIU, in India or overseas.
- A score in CAT 2026 or XAT 2027, or a GMAT score from a test taken between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027.
- Final-year graduates are considered provisionally.
- Composite-score shortlist.
- Extempore.
- Personal Interview, in person at the campus for Delhi-based candidates and online for others.
Selection weightage: LBSIM Delhi assigns 60% of the final selection weight for the PGDM (RBA) to the CAT, XAT or GMAT score. The other 40% is one combined share covering prior academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience. The institute has not published a component-wise split of the 40%, and it notes that the process may change with circumstances.
According to the LBSIM brochure, the institute gives full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students, and PGDM (RBA) students are covered by the same scheme. The brochure does not give the number of awards or the income limits, so applicants should confirm the details with the LBSIM admission office. Refunds follow AICTE regulations, and the LBSIM website has an information page on education loans.
PGDM Financial Management
All 388 students of the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Batch 2025-27 were placed for summer internships in 2026, with over 110 companies, including more than 40 new ones. The highest summer stipend was Rs 1,60,000 for two months. Marketing roles took 237 interns and finance roles 118.
Metric | Value |
|---|---|
Batch | PGDM 2025-27 |
Students placed | 388 (100%) |
Companies | Over 110 (40+ new) |
Highest stipend (two months) | Rs 1,60,000 |
Average stipend | Rs 44,185 |
Median stipend | Rs 40,000 |
Duration | 8 to 10 weeks |
Sector split (students) | BFSI 128 (33%); Others 109 (28%); FMCG/FMCD 55 (14%); Research & Consulting 42 (11%); Engineering & Durables 28 (7%); IT/ITES 26 (7%) |
Domain split (students) | Marketing 237; Finance 118; Consulting 17; Operations & IT 9; HR 7 |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management 2027-29: Admission, Fees, Curriculum and Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management 2027 admissions cover 60 seats in the two-year, full-time PGDM (Financial Management) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The PGDM (FM) is built around finance, with first-year courses in financial markets, corporate finance and business valuation. The tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) is Rs 17.25 lakh on a General seat, the same as the institute's other PGDM programmes. The PGDM (FM) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.5 LPA, the highest programme average at LBSIM in Placement 2026.
LBSIM started the PGDM (Financial Management) in 2008, thirteen years after the institute opened its PGDM (General). NBA first accredited the finance programme in 2013, and the accreditation for the PGDM (FM) was renewed in 2025. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) is approved by AICTE, accredited by AACSB and recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA. Unlike the PGDM (General), students do not wait for a second-year major: finance courses start in the first year. Classes use the institute's Bloomberg Lab, which has 12 terminals and was set up in 2015. LBSIM lists the Bloomberg Market Concepts, Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals and ESG certifications among the credentials students can earn. Dr Smita Dayal chairs the programme.
The LBSIM PGDM FM admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM General admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) follows the six-trimester, 120-credit structure used across LBSIM. Three finance courses form the domain-specific core of the first year: Financial Markets & Institutions, Applied Corporate Finance and Business Valuation. They sit alongside the other first-year courses, which total 23. After Trimester III, students spend 8 to 10 weeks on a summer internship. The second year combines five core courses with seven specialisation electives and one open elective, and a Final Research Project runs through the last three trimesters.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Research | Final Research Project (Trimesters IV to VI) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
1. Register on the LBSIM application portal, forms.lbsim.ac.in.
2. Fill in the PGDM application form 2027 with your academic record and your CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT details.
3. Pay Rs 1,500 if you apply by 15 November 2026, or Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026, by card, net banking or UPI.
4. An offline form is also available from the Admission Coordinator at the Dwarka campus, payable in cash or by demand draft.
5. Submit before the December 2026 last date and track the shortlist on the LBSIM website.
LBSIM PGDM Financial Management Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduation in any discipline, with a degree of at least three years after 10+2 and 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.
- The university must be recognised by UGC or AIU, in India or abroad. A commerce or finance degree is not required.
- A CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score. GMAT scores must be dated between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027.
- Candidates in the final year of graduation are eligible on a provisional basis
- Candidates apply through the LBSIM PGDM application form 2027 with a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score.
- The shortlist is based on the entrance score, academic record, work experience and application form details.
- An Extempore and a Personal Interview follow, and offers are made after the result in March 2027 (tentative).
Selected EWS and meritorious students admitted to the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) are eligible for full merit-cum-means scholarships, according to the LBSIM brochure. The brochure does not state how many scholarships are given, and the LBSIM website carries a separate information page on education loans. Refunds, if any, are made under AICTE regulations.
PGDM General
All four LBSIM PGDM programmes charge the same tuition fee, so the choice rests on focus, class size and the first-year domain courses. The PGDM (General) is the only one that lets a student pick the major, while the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management, LBSIM Delhi PGDM Research and Business Analytics and LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and Data Science fix the domain from day one.
Parameter | PGDM (General) (this programme) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (RBA) | PGDM (AI & DS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | 1995 | 2008 | 2018 | 2021 |
Seats (2027-29) | 180 | 60 | 60 | 30 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Research component | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.2 LPA | Rs 12.1 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 15.1 LPA | Rs 14.7 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 admissions are open for the Batch 2027-29 of the flagship two-year, full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) has 180 seats, the largest intake among the four PGDM programmes offered by the institute. The tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) is Rs 17.25 lakh for a General seat, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Candidates are selected on the basis of CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT scores, followed by an Extempore and a Personal Interview. The PGDM (General) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.4 LPA.
LBSIM launched the PGDM (General) in 1995, the year the institute was founded, which makes it the oldest of the four PGDM programmes on the Dwarka campus. The programme is approved by AICTE and accredited by AACSB. NBA first accredited the PGDM (General) in 2007, and the accreditation was renewed in 2025. AIU recognises the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) as equivalent to an MBA. Students pick a major from six functional areas, so the programme suits aspirants who want a broad management base before choosing a career track. Two ten-day experiential modules are compulsory: a Rural Immersion with NGOs and an Outbound Leadership Programme with the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation. Dr Jaya Mamta Prosad is the Chairperson of the programme.
The LBSIM PGDM General admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM General admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) runs over six trimesters and carries 120 credits. Before Trimester I, every student completes a foundation module that includes Bloomberg Market Concepts and basic statistics. The first year has 23 courses, of which three are domain-specific core courses linked to the chosen major. A summer internship of 8 to 10 weeks follows Trimester III. In the second year, a student builds a major from the three domain-specific core courses and four specialisation electives, adds minor or free electives, and completes a five-month Final Research Project.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Major and minor | Major = 3 domain-specific core + 4 specialisation electives; minor or free electives = 3; open elective = 1 |
Research | Final Research Project, 5 months (Trimesters IV to VI) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
In short, the LBSIM PGDM General curriculum pairs a common first year with a major of the student's choice in the second year.
Application for LBSIM Delhi admission can be submitted Online as under:
- Visit forms.lbsim.ac.in and open the PGDM application form 2027.
- Fill in your academic, entrance exam and work experience details in the form.
- Pay the application fee online by card, net banking or UPI: Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Candidates who prefer a paper form can collect it from the Admission Coordinator at the Dwarka campus and pay by cash or demand draft.
- Submit the form before the last date and keep your CAT, XAT or GMAT scorecard ready for the interview stage.
- A bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.
- The degree must be from a UGC or AIU recognised university in India or abroad.
- A valid CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score (GMAT taken between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027).
- Final-year students can apply provisionally
- Shortlisting on the composite score described above.
- Extempore round, conducted by LBSIM.
- Personal Interview, held on campus for candidates from Delhi and online for outstation candidates.
Selection weightage: For the PGDM (General), LBSIM gives the entrance exam score 60% weight in the final selection. The remaining 40% is a combined share for past academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience. LBSIM has not published a separate split within this 40%. The institute states that the process may be modified in view of the circumstances prevailing at the time.
LBSIM offers full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students. The number of awards and the selection rules for Batch 2027-29 are not listed in the brochure, so applicants should ask the admission office when they apply. Fee refunds follow AICTE regulations.
PGDM Research & Business Analytics
Welingkar Mumbai is a leading MBA college in India that offers 2 years full time AICTE Approved MBA equivalent PGDM Programs including PGDM Research and Business Analytics program. Read latest information on Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Research and Business Analytics including Curriculum, Fees, Placements and much more. Welingkar Mumbai Admission 2026 is open. Apply Now.
Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Research and Business Analytics program provides the student with a unique opportunity to develop himself/herself in the following areas:
- Quantitative techniques from basics to advanced
- A comprehensive suite of analytics tools - including Excel, SQL, Power BI, and open-source technologies such as Python and Machine Learning - is integrated into the learning process.
- Qualitative research methods and design thinking principles are applied to real-world industry challenges, enabling students to uncover unique opportunity spaces and approach to solutions.
- An emphasis on information design which helps transform data into very intuitive infographics and visual analytics solutions
- A strong business foundation - this is offered in the form of core courses similar to other PGDM programs giving an understanding of all functional areas of a business as well as a range of elective courses and verticals which provide deeper insights into specific horizontal and industry-specific issues - all of which is so important for the interpretation of data
To participate in Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Research and Business Analytics Admission 2026 process, you need to apply to Welingkar Mumbai and also appear in acceptable MBA entrance exam. Below are important details.
Step 1 - Apply for Welingkar Admission: Candidates interested in taking admission for Welingkar MBA program should start by filling the application form.
Step 2 - Take CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA exams: Candidates must take MBA entrance exam to be admitted to the program of their choice.
Step 3 – Appear in Personal Interview: The shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in Psychometric Test and Personal Interview
Step 4 – Submit Fees: If you have been offered admission, then the last step is the complete the fees payment with the deadline.
WeSchool follows a Profile based admission selection process assigns significant value to academic performances, work experience, Group Discussion, Personal Interview along with the written test scores.
Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Research and Business Analytics curriculum provides the student to:
- Understand the business problem to propose solutions using data and cutting-edge technologies & analytical techniques.
- Enhance research and business intelligence capabilities by learning appropriate tools and technologies.
- Develop data interpretation skills to derive business insights for enabling better decisions making.
- Adhere to ethical and sustainable guidelines to ensure data security, integrity, and confidentiality.
Step by step Welingkar PGDM Research and Business Analytics program application process is given below:
- Step 1 - Register yourself - Create an account to get started with the application process.
- Step 2 - Verify OTP - Enter the OTP sent to your registered email or phone to verify.
- Step 3 - Pay Registration Fee - Complete your registration by paying the application fee online.
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- Step 5 - Upload required documents - Provide the necessary documents to support your application.
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Education Requirements: Graduate with a minimum 50% in Bachelor’s Degree exam from a recognized university. (Final year students awaiting their results may also apply
Work Experience: Not Mandatory
Exam Accepted: CAT (2025), XAT (2026), GMAT (2023 onwards), ATMA (2026), CMAT (2026).
Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Research and Business Analytics program admission is based on a Profile-based selection process that assigns different weightages to MBA entrance exam scores, prior academic performances, work experience, Group Discussion, Personal Interview along with the written test scores. Expected weightages are given below.
Welingkar Mumbai scholarships are offered to meritorious and needy students. Welingkar offers many Institute based Merit Scholarships and Corporate Sponsored scholarships to students in 1st and 2nd year of the MBA courses to support them to pursue the management program with reduced financial burden.