Integrated B.Tech.-MBA Program
IIM Amritsar offers Integrated B.Tech. – MBA Program (IBM) jointly by IIM Amritsar and NIT Jalandhar. The program integrates the curriculum of B.Tech. degree from NIT Jalandhar and MBA degree from IIM Amritsar in 5 years, thereby saving one academic year for the students. Admission to the program will be through an entrance test conducted by IIM Amritsar followed by a Personal Interview. All 4th semester students of NIT Jalandhar are eligible to apply for the program.
The first year MBA curriculum will be covered in semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. program. Students will also get an opportunity to do summer internships in managerial roles at the end of 8th semester. The IBM program offers B.Tech. students of NIT Jalandhar a unique opportunity to be corporate ready with this Integrated B.Tech. MBA degree.
Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in within the stipulated time and pay the online non-refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. 1000/- for candidates belonging to SC/ST category) .
- Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in
- Candidates belonging to NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD categories need to produce valid Caste certificate(s) in support of their reservation category and candidates belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) need to produce a valid document ascertaining the eligibility of the candidate to apply under EWS category.
- Candidates will be required to take the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET). The IET will be designed based on the CAT for admission to the IIMs. It will comprise of a total 75 questions – 25 each in 3 sections, namely, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability. (QA). The
- Candidate will get 40 minutes per section with a total duration of 120 minutes. Each correct answer will carry 3 marks and each wrong answer will fetch a negative 1 mark.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview based on their eligibility criteria for the IBM program, have submitted an application complete in all respects including the applicable application fee, have appeared for the IET conducted by IIM Amritsar and obtained a positive (non-zero) score in each of the sections IET exam
- Shortlisting criteria weightages are: IET Score 70%; Jee Score-5%; CGPA upto Semester 3-15%; Gender Diversity-10%.
- Final selection after personal interview will be made based on various attributes as below:
The program covers the entire MBA curriculum offered by IIM Amritsar. Courses normally covered in the 1st year of MBA at IIM Amritsar will be covered in Semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. program through lectures in hybrid mode. In the final year of the IBM program, students are expected to take a minimum of 16 units and a maximum of 18 units of electives divided over three terms. In addition to the above the students will be required to take the core courses Applications of Business Communication, Business Law/Legal Aspects of Business, Strategic Management, Social Involvement Project.
The courses taught in the first year of the MBA program will be covered over semesters 5-8 of the B.Tech. curriculum. These courses will be taught in offline mode. Schedule for these courses will be integrated in the regular B.Tech. schedule of NIT Jalandhar. For the final year of the MBA program the students will shift to the hostels provided by IIM Amritsar and will attend regular offline classes at IIM Amritsar. IIM Offers optional international immersion Module to IBM students. An additional cost needs to be paid by the candidates if they are interested.
Faculty teaching both IBM and MBA program are drawn from the same pool of faculty available at IIM Amritsar. The attendance and assessment rigor are similar to the MBA program. The IBM students have to comply with the rules and regulations given in the IBM students’ manual.
- Eligible candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in within the stipulated time
- Pay the online non-refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. 1000/- for candidates belonging to SC/ST category)
- Complete your registration
- Go to your registered email id to activate your account
- Log in to your account
- Complete your application form for the IBM program
- Submit the application form
- IIM Amritsar Integrated B.Tech MBA programme is open to all students who are enrolled in the B.Tech. Program of NIT-Jalandhar and are currently in the 4th semester
- The eligible students have to appear in the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET)
- Candidates should submit their application for the IBM program online at www.iimamritsar.ac.in
- Candidates belonging to NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD categories need to produce valid Caste certificate(s) in support of their reservation category and candidates belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) need to produce a valid document ascertaining the eligibility of the candidate to apply under EWS category.
- Candidates will be required to take the IIM Amritsar Entrance Test (IET). The IET will be designed based on the CAT for admission to the IIMs. It will comprise of a total 75 questions – 25 each in 3 sections, namely, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability. (QA). The
- Candidate will get 40 minutes per section with a total duration of 120 minutes. Each correct answer will carry 3 marks and each wrong answer will fetch a negative 1 mark.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview based on their eligibility criteria for the IBM program, have submitted an application complete in all respects including the applicable application fee, have appeared for the IET conducted by IIM Amritsar and obtained a positive (non-zero) score in each of the sections IET exam
- Shortlisting criteria weightages are: IET Score 70%; Jee Score-5%; CGPA upto Semester 3-15%; Gender Diversity-10%.
- Final selection after personal interview will be made based on various attributes as below:
PhD in Management
The doctoral program at IIM Amritsar is 4 years full time PhD programme. The programme is aimed at producing high quality researchers and effective management teachers. The program will train participants to adopt a scientific approach to study phenomenon of interest to them and to disseminate this knowledge through scientific publications, teaching, and organizational interventions.
Doctoral students can choose to pursue their program in the areas of specialization namely, Economics & Public Policy, Finance, Accounting & Control, IT & Computational Systems, Marketing & Communications, Organizational Behavior & Human Resources Management, Quantitative Methods & Operations Management, Strategic Management
IIM Amritsar provides limited financial assistance to its doctoral students including monthly fellowship, annual contingency grant, and research grant to attend conferences / workshops. Following financial assistance and scholarships are offered to PhD scholars:
A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 40,000 per month during the first and second years of the program.
A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 45,000 per month after successful completion of the comprehensive examination, i.e., starting from the third year to the end of the fourth year or till the submission of the thesis, whichever is earlier.
A one-time computer purchase grant of Rs. 50,000 at the end of the course work, i.e. after the successful completion of a comprehensive examination.
Rs. 25,000 per year (for four years) as contingency grant to cover expenses related to attending conferences, workshops, purchase of books, and relevant research activities on a reimbursement basis
Rs.1,75,000/- (upper limit) for attending international conferences/workshops during their entire tenure
The students are provided medical insurance as per the Institute’s student welfare policy
Candidates need to apply online by the last date with an application fees of Rs.1500
- Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and apply for IIM Amritsar PhD admission must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization). Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- The candidates short-listed on the basis of their academic record, performance in the competitive examinations mentioned above, and research interests will be called for a personal interview (including Research Aptitude Test and Written Analysis Test) for final selection
- The successful candidates will receive admission offers from IIM Amritsar
IIM Amritsar program structure includes compulsory course work, comprehensive examination, thesis proposal, and doctoral level research (including thesis work). During the first two years of the program, as part of the compulsory coursework, doctoral students study foundation level and doctoral level courses, including research methodology courses. After completing the second-year course work, doctoral students take the comprehensive examination. The comprehensive examination tests whether the doctoral student has obtained the satisfactory knowledge in respective field of specialization (including research methodology). It may consist of written and oral examination. After successful completion of the mandatory course work and comprehensive examination, doctoral students undertake their research work, supervised by a thesis advisory committee.
- Candidates need to apply online by the last date with an application fees of Rs.1500
- Candidates need to provide the complete and accurate information in the application process
- You need to upload your recent color photograph (passport size) and qualifying examination’s scorecard (in the PDF format)
A candidate for the programme must have Master’s degree or Post Graduate Diploma or its equivalent in any discipline with first class, OR B.Tech. / 4 Years Degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent, OR Any professional qualification such as CA/ ICWA/ CS/CFA- Level-II (USA) with a graduate degree in the relevant subject with a minimum 55% aggregate marks or equivalent grade point average.
Those who are appearing for their final year of Master’s / Bachelor’s examination in the current academic year may also apply.
Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and seeking admission into the programme must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization) examinations are eligible to apply in the relevant area of specialization. Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria and apply for IIM Amritsar PhD admission must take CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE, JRF (UGC/CSIR) (in the respective specialization). Scores of these examinations (including CAT) taken during the last two years are acceptable
- The candidates short-listed on the basis of their academic record, performance in the competitive examinations mentioned above, and research interests will be called for a personal interview (including Research Aptitude Test and Written Analysis Test) for final selection
- The successful candidates will receive admission offers from IIM Amritsar
IIM Amritsar provides limited financial assistance to its doctoral students including monthly fellowship, annual contingency grant, and research grant to attend conferences / workshops. Following financial assistance and scholarships are offered to PhD scholars:
- A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 40,000 per month during the first and second years of the program.
- A consolidated doctoral fellowship amount of Rs 45,000 per month after successful completion of the comprehensive examination, i.e., starting from the third year to the end of the fourth year or till the submission of the thesis, whichever is earlier.
- A one-time computer purchase grant of Rs. 50,000 at the end of the course work, i.e. after the successful completion of a comprehensive examination.
- Rs. 25,000 per year (for four years) as contingency grant to cover expenses related to attending conferences, workshops, purchase of books, and relevant research activities on a reimbursement basis
- Rs.1,75,000/- (upper limit) for attending international conferences/workshops during their entire tenure
- The students are provided medical insurance as per the Institute’s student welfare policy
MBA Business Management (MBA BM)
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XIM Bhubaneswar MBA Business Management is a two year full-time UGC recognized Master’s Degree Program in Business Management. It is a residential program that leads to the MBA-BM degree of XIM University, Bhubaneswar. XIMB MBA Business Management program is based on the standard model of management education as practised by top ranking institutions. The XIMB MBA BM programme is distinguished by its rigour and discipline.
XIM Bhubaneswar MBA Business Management is a two year full-time UGC recognized Master’s Degree Program in Business Management. It is a residential program that leads to the MBA-BM degree of XIM University, Bhubaneswar. XIMB MBA Business Management program is based on the standard model of management education as practised by top ranking institutions. The XIMB MBA BM programme is distinguished by its rigour and discipline.
This residential XIMB MBA BM Program leads to the MBA degree of XIM University. XIM Bhubaneswar MBA Business Management Program is based on the standard model of management education as practiced by top MBA institutes. XIM Bhubaneswar MBA BM Program is distinguished by its rigour and discipline.
XIMB MBA Business Management Program Objectives are to develop competent men and women into accomplished professionals, capable of working in various organisations in the private as well as the public sectors.
This XIMB MBA BM Program is designed to develop holistic perspective about an organization and gain knowledge of various business functions and skills. They would also learn to work in teams and effectively communicate in oral and written form. The program aims to develop strong analytical skills among the students coupled with awareness of social and ethical responsibility.
Key areas of specialization in the XIM Bhubaneswar MBA Business Management programme are Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Information System, General & Strategic Management, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Banking, Insurance and Financial Services
XIMB MBA Application process is online. Applicants have to fill up the online application form for XIM University program at: www.xim.edu.in . Upon successfully filling the online application form and paying the relevant application fee, the applicant will be intimated by email about the acceptance of the form.
XIMB MBA BM admission eligibility criteria key Points are:
- Bachelor's degree of minimum three-year duration (or equivalent) in any discipline, from a recognized University, with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
- Final year degree students, who expect to complete their final examinations and other requirements for obtaining the degree by June can also apply.
- The candidates should appear in at least one of the exams CAT, XAT, GMAT & X-GMT
The short-listed candidates will be called by XIMB for Group Discussion, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview. The final selection will be based on the candidate's performance in entrance exam, GD, Writing Ability Test, & Personal Interview, and will also take into account the past academic record and relevant work experience.
XIM Bhubaneswar Scholarships, leading to partial or full fee waiver are offered to the students. XIMB Scholarships are Merit Based and Need Based which are offered to students in 1st and 2nd year of the MBA courses to support them to pursue the management program with reduced financial burden as MBA education is getting more and more expensive. The MBA scholarship offers fee waiver depending upon your performance in entrance exam, academics, category and skill set.
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
IIM Amritsar Executive MBA (EMBA) is a 2 years Hybrid programme offered in Online and class room mode. EMBA is a non residential programme. The program provides a multidisciplinary view of business management. The program is offered in the hybrid mode with two on-campus visits per year intertwined with live virtual classes. EMBA classes are delivered online via video conferencing using an interactive learning management system. The program is offered over weekends with classes on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Designed to address the needs of executives, the program provides a channel for learning and writing exams online, without compromising on human needs for networking in both physical and virtual modes. The program is aimed at enabling participants to develop strategies for solving complex business problems, creating strong teams, and leading organizational change to sustain competitive advantage.
The objectives of the program are to Prepare working executives to advance their careers and help them transition to leadership roles; to prepare executives to chart a new career path according to the current industry needs; Assist entrepreneurs to future proof their business and understand the shifting business landscape and learn the right tools to navigate the change.
The Institute focuses on a holistic assessment of interested candidates. The admission criteria are more to check the suitability of the candidate for this rigorous program. Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for EMBA program at IIM Amritsar is through CAT, GMAT, GRE and IAAT Exam followed by PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the EMBA at IIM Amritsar is a three step process- Application submission, Taking Entrance Exam and participation in PI round
In the first step, candidates’ applications are screened as per the IIM Amritsar admission policy. In the second step they are considered on entrance exams and candidates who are eligible, have a valid exam score, who have applied to the programme should participate in PI round. IIM Amritsar prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection criteria. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have applied for the programme by the last date
- Candidates must have appeared in CAT, GMAT, GRE, IIM Amritsar Admission Test (IAAT) for applicable acceptable years and scored the minimum required score. Candidates are short-listed for PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar. Candidates are shortlisted from among the eligible candidates 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 make admission offers to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in entrance exam, 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
EMBA is a 2-year program in non-residential hybrid mode with two on-campus visits of 5 days per year. The Stay and Food expenses are borne by IIM Amritsar.
The EMBA program spans over 750 hours, where participants have the opportunity of closely interacting with IIM Amritsar faculty and the diverse pool of industry leaders. The program offers a curated set of core courses along with relevant electives to meet the individual aspirations of working professionals. At a time, when India needs a large number of business leaders to keep the momentum of economic growth, our EMBA program will catapult you to lead India’s growth story
The programme has Rigorous, cutting-edge curriculum vetted by industry professionals. The specializations will be floated based on the profile of the final candidates. The Virtual classes are offered over weekends (Fri-Sun) and some weekdays as required. Regular interactions are offered with industry experts and opportunity to network with professionals. On completion of programme participants will be awarded MBA degree and IIM Amritsar Alumni status. The programme also offers optional International Immersion Module for a week.
- Click on the IIM Amritsar EMBA Application Link iimamritsar.ac.in/student/register
- Complete your registration online with your Email ID and Password & personal details
- Go to your registered email Id to activate your account
- Log in to your account
- Click on the designated link provided to complete your application form for the EMBA program
- Pay Application fee and submit
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with consistent academic performance
- Minimum 3 years of progressive work experience in a managerial/entrepreneurial/ professional after completion of Graduation
- The applicant must have a valid CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE score to apply for the program. Alternatively, the interested candidates can also choose to take the IIM Amritsar Admission Test (IAAT) along the lines of the CAT Examination.
- GATE, GRE, and GMAT score validity: Not more than three years old
- CAT score validity- Applicants can apply with their scores of the previous 2 years of CAT exam
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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MBA at Nirma University Ahmedabad is a two-year residential programme following a trimester system. The first year primarily consists of core courses and the second year consists of elective courses. The programme offers dual specialization (major and minor) in the second year. Students will be awarded Master's degree on successful completion of the programme.
IMNU has academic collaborations with many top rated foreign B-Schools like Coventry University UK; University of Newcastle Australia; University of Dundee UK; Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia; Florida Atlantic University USA; The ITER International Fusion Energy Organization France; Hof University, Germany; Skyline University Sharjah, UAE;, Association of Commonwealth Universities Outcome Based Education (OBE) and many other Global Universities and B-schools.
To remain in the top league of B-Schools, NIRMA University MBA has Outcome Based Education (OBE) by developing and nurturing a culture of excellence in teaching, training and research. OBE is practiced by the leading B-schools and is student/ learner centric as compared to the traditional form of education which has always been teacher-centric.
The institute has functional Corporate Relationship Cell (CRC), which facilitates the entire process of placement. The students and faculty members are actively involved in the placement process. The students themselves constitute a Placement Committee (PlaceCom), which co-ordinates placement process from pre-placement interaction to post-placement follow-up with the corporate.
IMNU Nirma University accepts CAT score for admission to its MBA programs. Apart from submitting application for IMNU admission and scoring well in CAT exam, you need some qualities, qualification and attributes that IMNU admission process looks for which include Good aptitude demonstrated through entrance exam scores; Good past academic performance; Diversity across multiple dimensions, problem solving and communication skills. Here are the key Steps of Nirma University Admission Process:
Step-1: Apply and Appear in CAT exam conducted by IIMs
Step-2: IMNU Shortlists candidates for Final Selection GD-PI round based on entrance exam score, Academic profile, Diversity, Extra Curricular and others.
Step-3: After the GD-PI round, admission offers are made by IMNU to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in entrance exam, performance in PI round, academics, Quality of Work Experience among others.
IMNU 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. There is a provision for major and minor specialization.
Field courses on Managing Social Projects, Case study method(Harvard, Ivey and other International and Indian cases), Project work and Simulations are the main pedagogical tools for Nirma University MBA. Special emphasis on the development of soft skills such as communication leadership, teamwork, achievement orientation and creativity is placed. Industry and Academic shrink through Weekly organized seminars, Guest Lectures. These methods are further augmented by Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) from different providers, role-plays, group discussions and movie screenings and the actual mix varies with the nature of a course. To ensure effective learning, the Institute leverages the latest technologies to make teaching-learning process more experiential and participative.
Applicants are required to fill in the online application form through https://management.nirmauni.ac.in, and pay the prescribed application fee (non refundable) through credit card/debit card/net banking before the last date of application. Application fees is Rs.1500
- A three-year bachelor's degree (10+2+3) or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidates registered in the programme should have appeared in all graduation examinations by the time of joining the programme. Any outstanding or backlog status in the graduation examinations would disqualify the candidate from the admission.
- Candidates appearing in the final year of the Bachelor's Degree can also apply provided they furnish proof of having met the minimum eligibility criteria within three months of commencement of the programme
- Applicants are required to appear for the Common Admission Test [CAT 2023] conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM).
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in entrance exam, performance in PI round, academics, Quality of Work Experience among others.
Nirma University’s Institute of Management (IMNU) is a leading MBA college in India. NIRMA University MBA Ranking was #55 in NIRF Ranking 2024. Nirma University MBA Admission is through CAT Exam. Read highlights of Nirma University Institute of Management (IMNU) MBA Placements. Read latest information on scholarships in this article.
To encourage and help the meritorious students on the basis of merit and merit-cum-means, the University has decided to provide the scholarships as under:
Category 1 - Based on Merit only
All India Category - Top 20 Students - Amount (Rs) per annum 1,00,000/- each
Admitted through ACPC - Top 10 Students - Amount (Rs) per annum 1,00,000/- each
Eligibility criteria for continuation/ renewal of the scholarship
1. During the entire previous year, the conduct of the student should be good
2. No acts or omission which results in unlawful behavior, malafide intention maligning the University brand in digital, print, or social media, promoting, supporting or sharing any content which is against the University brand
3. No disciplinary action was initiated/sanctioned against the student under the student handbook or compliance with norms as prescribed by the University
4. The student should maintain merit and get CGPA of 7.0 and above and should have passed all courses of study in the first attempt in the previous year
5. The student is not caught in unfair means in any of the examinations conducted either by the Institute or University
6. The student should maintain minimum attendance criteria except the absence with genuine reasons for which the permission of the Ho I was obtained particularly in the case of illness
7. It will be the responsibility of the applicant to check the eligibility before submitting application. In case the applicant is found non-eligible at any stage, his/her submission or scholarship will be disqualified
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.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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The MBA program architecture at BIM Trichy is carefully chosen to create a great learning experience. The objective is to transform students into shaped professionals, ready to take on the newage work front. As a part of this, students are exposed to competencies through the institute’s Real-Time Contextual Marketing Lab (RTCML), comprising a host of proprietary and open-source marketing and analytics tools; Artificial Intelligence/Machine Language Lab; and Financial Trading Lab, a Platform for Investor Experience.
Specific activities through the BIM Trichy practice schools such as the Personal Growth Lab (PGL), Outbound Leadership Lab (OLL), Social Immersion Program (SIP), Corporate Immersion Program (CIP), Effective Execution through Clubs (EEC), and Personality Enhancement through Sports (PES) help build character and strength to successfully face an adverse and uncertain situation in life, develop team spirits and build a strong personality. Each student also needs to take up at least one of the sports (Tennis, Badminton, Basketball) to attain a certain level of proficiency. Access is available for students to extensive facilities like well stocked library, 24 hours computer centre with 100 MBPS Internet facility and wi-fi enabled campus.
BIM Trichy MBA Admission Process has following stages as below:
Shortlist: BIM will shortlist the candidates based on their performance in CAT, XAT and GMAT exam score. BIM Trichy will consider aggregate exam scores and not sectional scores. The entrance exam Registration Number should be incorporated in the BIM online registration page in the space provided therein. After the shortlisting, the candidates will go through GD-PI round
Final Selection: BIM Trichy selection criteria after GD-PI round award judiciously divided weightages to Entrance exam score; Academics; Work Experience; Group Discussion; Personal Interview among other parameters. Academic performance of the candidate in 10th standard, 12th standard, qualifying degree and relevant work experience are the other components which are verified and given weightage during the second stage of the selection process. The final selection for the BIM Trichy MBA programme will be based on the performance of the candidate in all the above components. Candidates with prior work experience are preferred but outstanding fresh Under Graduates are equally encouraged.
BIM Trichy Programme is offered with diverse courses in its curriculum with key specialization areas. Through a well-crafted MBA program architecture, BIM Trichy courses nurture pi shaped professionals who are ready for the business of tomorrow. Uncertainties mark the business of tomorrow. New technology applications, new business rules, an entirely new set of consumers like Gen Z, and the onset of events like the Covid 19 pandemic make uncertainties the next normal for the future of work. At BIM, we have designed a unique program architecture to bulletproof you against these uncertainties. By making you a Pi-shaped professional.
In the BIMT Trichy Program the top horizontal bar in Pi denotes the core and elective subjects to provide you with a spread of subject knowledge across various areas of specialization in BIMT Trichy courses, first to make you a strong generalist. The first vertical bar then denotes the specialization courses BIM offers in five areas, Viz, Marketing, Human Resources, Digital Business & Analytics, Finance, Operations. A plethora of new-age courses across each specialization, like Text Mining and Social Sentiment Analysis and Martech in Marketing; Fintech and Blockchain in Finance; HR Analytics in Supply Chain and Logistics Analytics in Operations, keep you updated with the emerging skills. Our various Centres of Excellence further ensure world-class research, scholastic, and consulting experience in the most contemporary areas and keep you future-ready. The use of simulation tools across courseware and our outstanding team of practicing scholars help you apply theory to practice. The second vertical bar includes various practice courses and programs to build the ‘self’ and practice ‘values’ besides being an outstanding generalist or specialist in one area.
BIM follows a trimester pattern and provides a wide choice of elective subjects across specializations. New technology applications, SDG/ESG, and the art of design thinking are integrated with all the courses BIM offers.BIM provides a pre foundation program through Harvard Business Publishing before even the aspirants join the program. This helps them to make a quick start in the classroom instead of going through a discovery process. During the program, all participants get a chance to complete various certifications like CMT, BMC in finance; SalesForce Social Studio and text mining using KNIME in Marketing; Visualisation through Tableau/ Power BI; Languages like Python, R; Statistical Tools like SPSS, AMOS, Spreadsheet modelling, NVivo.
- The BIM Trichy Admission Application form and prospectus can be obtained only through online registration at BIM Trichy website with an appl;ication fees of Rs.950/-
- The online registration process should be done with an option to pay by Credit card/Debit card/ Net Banking or Demand Draft
- If the payment is to be made through Demand Draft, it should be drawn in favour of ‘Bharathidasan Institute of Management’, payable at Tiruchirappalli. The candidate needs to enter the Demand Draft details while filling up the online application form.
- Applicants will receive a system-generated acknowledgement for the application submitted and on payment of the application fee. With this, the application process is complete.
- BIM Trichy MBA eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
- One of the most important points in BIM Trichy Admission Eligibility criteria is that apart from a recognized graduate degree, the candidate should be registered for CAT/XAT/GMAT and must have appeared in one of these entrance exams to become eligible for MBA admission.
- A candidate 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 BIM Trichy Admission.
BIM Trichy selection criteria after GD-PI round award judiciously divided weightages to Entrance exam score; Academics; Work Experience; Group Discussion; Personal Interview among other parameters. Academic performance of the candidate in 10th standard, 12th standard, qualifying degree and relevant work experience are the other components which are verified and given weightage during the second stage of the selection process. The final selection for the BIM Trichy MBA programme will be based on the performance of the candidate in all the above components. Candidates with prior work experience are preferred but outstanding fresh Under Graduates are equally encouraged.
BIM Trichy scholarships are very selective. Presently BIM Trichy has not announced any scholarship scheme.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
BITS School of Management (BITSoM) Mumbai, a new-age global business school under the aegis of BITS Pilani, offers a two-year full-time residential MBA programme. BITSoM has 60 distinguished faculty who come from the best business schools across the world, such as Kellogg, LBS, and Chicago Booth, to teach a cutting-edge MBA curriculum. BITSoM Mumbai Admission 2026 open. Apply Now. Read more details about BITSoM Mumbai MBA Program Curriculum, Fees, Placements, Admission in this article.
BITSoM MBA Highlights
- 60+ Courses (Core & WAW)
- 6 Distinct Specializations
- 1350+ Contact Hours
- 2 Year Full-Time Residential Programme
- Strong Industry Exposure
- AI Focused Curriculum
BITS School of Management (BITSoM) has announced admissions open for its two-year residential MBA, commencing June 2026. This will be the sixth cohort of the flagship MBA programme. BITSoM has increased its 2026 intake from 160 to 240 seats for the upcoming academic year.
“There is strong demand from recruiters for talent that can draw business value from AI and related technologies. With our upgraded our curriculum and ability to bring in stellar global faculty, I am confident that BITSoM is one of the best places for a young manager to prepare for the AI future, whether they be from a technical or a non-technical background", said Dr. Saravanan Kesavan, Dean and Professor of Operations, BITSoM. "With our expanded intake next year, we are excited to extend the BITSoM learning experience to more aspiring leaders. Here, students experience more than just worldclass teaching, they are also part of an ecosystem that instils innovation, empathy, and resilience.”
BITSoM Mumbai MBA Admissions Process
Admissions are based on a comprehensive evaluation of standardised test scores (CAT, GMAT, or GRE – any one is required), academic records, extracurricular and co-curricular achievements, demonstrated leadership potential, and strong communication skills. The school emphasises on building a diverse class across gender, academic backgrounds, work experience, and interests.
Work experience is not mandatory and BITSoM encourages applications from fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals. Applicants must hold a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited Indian institution or international university or be in their final year of study.
The application process is entirely online, and the Round 2 deadline on January 25, 2026. Apply now.
BITSoM MBA Curriculum
- Winning at the Workplace
- Industry Exposure
- Design Thinking
- Social & Corporate Live Projects
- Distinctive Specialisations
- Data Science and Analytics Focus
BITSoM Experiential Learning Initiatives
Live Projects are real-world challenges that students tackle in groups to supplement their BITSoM classroom learning. As part of the BITSoM MBA programme, participants should complete a Social Live Project and two Corporate Live Projects. Each of these Live Projects lasts two months, and you have to work on the project for approximately 40 hours each, alongside academic engagements. These projects are an opportunity to learn and engage with the corporate to become future-ready. For each of these projects, you will work in different teams.
BITSoM Immersion Programme
BITS School of Management has an ambition of becoming a global business school and create world class leaders of tomorrow. To chase the ambition, only an understanding of global contexts is not enough. We need first hand multi-cultural experience, reflections and problem solving with the entrepreneurs.
Few salient features of the Immersion Programme are:
- Explore the global context to understand trends that shape the economy
- Develop entrepreneurial mindset by focusing on qualities and
- Focus on sustainability & social innovation
- Explore critical competencies to develop cross-cultural intelligence as a leader
- Explore attributes and skills that fosters creativity and innovation
- Explore digital tech to develop strategies and be ready to respond to disruption
BITSoM London Business School (LBS)
Through a partnership with the London Business School, BITSoM adds ‘global exposure’ as a powerful dimension to its MBA program. This two week program deepen students’ understanding of cross-cultural leadership and expose them to a new wave of entrepreneurial energy. Students will get an opportunity to spend two weeks in London. They will learn from the stellar LBS faculty and explore mindsets and beliefs about cultural intelligence. Running across the program will be the Entrepreneurial Project Lab where students will work in small teams with entrepreneurs and pick up insights from their experience.
BITSoM Admission Process 2026 has following key stages
- Step-1: Apply for BITSoM Admission 2026
- Step-2: Appear in Eligible Entrance Exam
- Step-3: Check Shortlist which is based on your entrance exam score, Academic profile, Work Experience, Internships (If any), Achievements, Essays and Letter of Recommendation
- Step-4: Participate in Personal Interview Round
- Step-5: Check Final Admission Offer and Pay Fees
BITS School of Management MBA Admission 2026: Important Dates
Important dates for BITSOM MBA Admissions 2026 are:
Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
Applications Start Date | November 17, 2025 |
Applications Close Date | January 25, 2026 |
Interviews | January – April 2026 |
Results Declaration | April 15, 2026 |
Fee Payment Timelines | As per Offer Letter |
Programme Commencement | May 22, 2026 |
Last Date to Submit GMAT / GRE Score | March 31, 2026 |
Education Requirements: A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline from a recognised Indian institution or international university
BITSoM believes that education should be accessible to all. As a part of BITSoM’s commitment to create a caring and inclusive community we offer Merit Scholarship, Need Based Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship to deserving students.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM) MBA programme isn't just about earning a degree—it's about a complete transformation. During K J Somaiya MBA programme, spread over two years, students are immersed in an experience that redefines their future, shaping them into Day 1 ready business leaders ready to take on the world's biggest challenges.
K J Somaiya Institute of Management MBA programme offers choice of 5 Majors and 7 Minors in Business Analytics & Data Science, Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, Strategy & Consulting, Sustainability, Business Economics. This allows students to customise their MBA journey.
K J Somaiya Institute of Management Admission 2027 is open. Apply now. Admission is a two-step process involving the Shortlisting criteria based on the entrance exam score and the Final admission selection Criteria with varying weightage to different components. The last date to apply is January 20, 2027.
Step by Step K J Somaiya Institute of Management Admission Process is detailed below:
Step 1 – Two Shortlisting Process for MBA
A) Candidates are shortlisted based on their score in CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT (best score considered if multiple exams are attempted)
B) Profile based shortlisting for those who are good in academics and having a work experience from 12 to 42 months and valid entrance scores.
Step 2 - Final Selection
Shortlisted candidates appear for a Written Ability – Test (WAT) – Online, Problem Situation Analysis (PSA) and a Personal Interview (PI) in at designated centres.
Step 3 - Result & Allocation
Final merit is computed using weighted scores across entrance exam, academics, work experience, WAT-PI performance and diversity parameters; seats are allotted based on result, programme preference and seat availability, with waitlists issued for other preferred choices.
K J Somaiya Institute of Management MBA Curriculum Highlights are as follows.
4-semester curriculum covering core management foundations (Business Statistics, Marketing Management, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Microeconomics, Decision Science) in Semesters 1-2, followed by specialised Major/Minor electives in Semesters 3-4 across Business Analytics & Data Science, Finance, HR, Marketing and Operations.
Includes mandatory audit courses in Business Communication, Business Sustainability & Ethics, Health & Fitness and Leadership Development;
Electives such as Generative AI, Behavioral Economics, Financial Markets and Database Modelling using SQL;
Capstone Project in the final semester within the chosen Major.
K J Somaiya Institute of Management Application Process 2027 is open. Apply Now. Check step by step application process:
- Register on the official KJSIM admissions portal Apply Now
- Fill in personal 3) choose the preference (MBA and MBA HCM form is common for all)
- Pay the non-refundable application fee INR 3,000 for MBA / MB HCM
- Academic and entrance-exam details in the online application form.
- Work Experience information if required.
- Upload required documents - photograph, ID proof.
- Await communication and appear for PSA-PI & WAT as scheduled.
- Track application status and results through the applicant's online dashboard.
- Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years' duration in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks (relaxation for reserved categories) from a recognised university; final-year students awaiting results may apply provisionally.
- Applicants should apply and appear in at least one of the acceptable MBA entrance exams – CAT/XAT/ GMAT/ NMAT (Only 1st attempt will be considered/ CMAT.
- A candidate appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results is also eligible to apply for K J Somaiya Admission
Work Experience is not mandatory
K J Somaiya Institute of Management MBA Selection Process 2027 is open. The selection is based on a composite score comprising entrance exam percentile/score, past academic performance (Class X, XII and graduation), relevant work experience, performance in the Written Ability Test (WAT), PSA, performance in the Personal Interview (PI), and diversity factors such as academic background and gender. A merit list is prepared, and offers are extended based on rank, programme preference and seat availability, with a structured waitlist-movement process.
KJSIM offers merit-based and need-based scholarships/financial-aid schemes to eligible students who meet admission criteria and clear a screening process including a personal interview. Apart from these aspirant can also avail university scholarships such as the Dr. Meenakshi Rajan Memorial Scholarship, the Bharti Nanji Gala Memorial Scholarship, and the Smt. Nirmala Raychand Savla Memorial Scholarship, alongside alumni-funded scholarships routed through the KJSIM Alumni Scholarship initiative. Details and application process are available at somaiya.edu/en/financial-aid/ and scholarships.somaiya.edu.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
MDI Murshidabad Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) 2026: Curriculum, Specializations, ROI, Admission
MDI Murshidabad offers a prestigious two-year full-time AICTE approved MBA-equivalent Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). MDI Murshidabad flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme, approved by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and recognized as MBA equivalent by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Shortlisting of candidates for the selection process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process at a center in one of the following cities: Bangalore, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Mumbai. Centers other than Kolkata and Gurugram are tentative. The selection process may also be conducted online, for which the intimation will be given to the short-listed candidates in advance.
Foreign / OCI/ PIO/ Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries applicants can be considered for admission on the basis of their valid GMAT scores. Applicants have to apply online by visiting MDI M website https:// www.mdim.ac.in. Online registration for Foreign / OCI/ PIO/ Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries.
The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT (as applicable), GD & PI, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience, Sports and extracurricular activities and Gender diversity.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM curriculum has been designed to enrich student’s skills and abilities in order to enable them in applying management theories and concepts in live problems existing in business and industry. The programme enables students to identify and diagnose complex problems in management through hands on learning experiences. It includes lectures, case studies, seminars, assignments, live projects, group discussions, business games, outbound based experiential learning activities, educational excursions, role plays, simulation exercises, structured and unstructured group work, and field visits. Consistent with state-of-art technology, the programme integrates the use of computers (IT) in the learning process. The students undertake several field based projects (live projects) so that they can get better insights into real life situation. These all will inevitably assist students to achieve high standards of excellence.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM Programme Structure
Core Courses
The PGDM course curriculum is spread across six terms with the bulk covered in the first three terms. These core courses will enhance the ability to communicate, analyse situations and make decisions by adopting quantitative and qualitative techniques. It even helps them to develop a holistic view of the different functional areas and the business environment. During this period, it is mandatory to opt for courses in general management and major functional areas, such as Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Information Management and Business Analytics, Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management and Strategic Management and International Business. They get exposure to the basic disciplines of Economics, Behavioural Sciences, Managerial Communication, Business Law, Quantitative Methods and Decision Sciences.
Summer Internship
At the end of the first three terms, students are required to undertake an industry internship or summer training to work on a project / life problem an organization. The internship usually spans over a period of eight weeks. This is a compulsory component of the curriculum for the completion of the academic requirements. It is designed to provide exposure to organizational work setting, develop an understanding of business realities, learn how to apply theory in real life business situations and find its relevance.
Dissertation
The dissertation will be allocated 1.5 credits in Term-IV under the Internship/Fieldwork category. Students will be required to submit their completed dissertation reports by the conclusion of Term-V.
This research-intensive project allows students to engage deeply with their chosen topic, bridging academic learning with practical, real-world application. It fosters essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic writing, and preparing students for future professional endeavours.
Specializations
In the second year, the student opts for elective/ optional courses to specialize in a maximum of two functional areas.
These areas of specialization may deal with any of the following:
- Accounting and Finance
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Operations Management
- Information Management and Business Analytics
- Strategic Management and International Business
All elective Courses, however, may not be offered, as this would be determined by the number of students showing interest in aforementioned area of specializations. Details about the electives are made available to students when they join MDIM. To specialize in an area, a student must opt for a minimum of five elective courses offered in that area that assigns a weightage of 15 credits and three each for a course. Students will be allowed to opt in a range of 14 to 17 electives. However, CGPA would be decided based on the best 14 electives out of total electives where students have scored relatively better.
MDI Murshidabad aims to offer new electives in line with latest demands of the students and corporate like Econometrics and many more expected to appear in the forthcoming academic session that will meet corporate requirements.
Online Application:
Online application forms of MDI Murshidabad (MDI M) and MDI Gurgaon (MDI G) are common. Applicants can apply by visiting MDI Murshidabad website and MDI Gurgaon
website and follow the process mentioned. The common Application Form has the following options:
• Management Development Institute Murshidabad
• Management Development Institute Gurgaon
• Both Application Form fees is as under:
INR 1,770/- for MDIM (inclusive of 18% GST)
INR 3,000 /- for MDIG (inclusive of 18% GST)
INR 3,590/- for both (inclusive of 18% GST)
Candidates have to make an online payment using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking before the application closing date.
The candidates should be able to furnish valid score of CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT.
At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 3 years duration with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from any University recognized by the AICTE/AIU/ Ministry of HRD, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final examination for the Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent examination) and completing all requirements for obtaining the Bachelor’s degree by 30th June, 2026 can also apply to the PGDM programme, subject to furnishing evidence to that effect latest by 1st October, 2026.
- The Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Personal Interview (PI) round
- Final Selection Round at MDI Murshidabad has components like Group Discussion, Written Test and Personal Interview.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT, XAT and GMAT score, PI, Academic merit, academic diversity, work experience and social diversity etc
MDI Murshidabad Scholarships 2026
MDI Murshidabad offers special scholarship and freeship scheme for the North-East students. MDI Murshidabad also offers Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme.