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.
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.
Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication
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The Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC) at MICA is a ten-month intensive program which is designed to train students in creative problem-solving for the creative communication industry. MICA students are exposed to various creative mediums such as film, photography, graphic design and art to enable effective execution of their ideas and stories.
CCC is where idea crafters are born. The programme builds a shape-shifting tribe of dreamers and doers - the humorous and the courageous – dazzling the world with their craft. As such, the Crafting Creative Communications is more than just a programme. It is a transformative journey that provides a framework to discover and rediscover oneself. MICA empowers its learners to design communication that grabs attention and reflects the trends in a rapidly changing world. CCC is a uniquely designed programme that caters to the ever-evolving demands of the advertising, media and communication industry.
MICA Application has to be submitted online with the requisite application fee of Rs.2100/-.
MICA admission process for Post Graduate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC)
- The selection process comprises of an online test that probes into the creative and intelligence quotient of the aspirants.
- The test is conducted through email with a stipulated time of 48 hours to answer a diverse range of questions designed to gauge the aspirant's understanding of creative thinking, articulation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Successful candidates are shortlisted for Personal Interview (PI), which will be held at Ahmedabad (MICA Campus), Bangalore, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on their overall performance.
MICA constantly reviews and redesigns its curriculum and pedagogical framework to align it with the industry's expectations. It believes in building strong fundamentals and also gears up its students to be imaginative and disruptive while generating innovative ideas for branding and communication. The experiential learning methodology helps its students engage in the curriculum by imbibing the tools, techniques, processes and strategies through hands-on learning.
The key curriculum areas of MICA Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC) include Idea Generation Techniques; Storytelling; Drawing From Life; Copywriting; Art Direction; Writing Creative Briefs; Semiotics; Photography; Film-Making; Tool Learning; Branding; Radio; Digital Advertising; New Media and Experiential Marketing.
Step by Step MICA Application process for admission to Post Graduate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC) is as below:
Step-1: Register to Get User ID: Click on Apply Now at MICA website. On the page that opens, you should fill in your name, mobile number, valid email ID and after clicking on ‘I Agree’ box, and entering captcha, you need to click on submit button.
Step-2: Check & Verify Details: Verify the filled in information and click on OK button. Your User ID and password are now sent to your mobile and on your email ID. The page also displays your application number which you should note for future reference
Step-3: Go to Application and Upload Photo & Signature: Your MICA registration is now complete. Click on Go to Application and read instructions how to fill MICA application form and proceed further. The application form first requires to fill personal details, upload your photo & signature at the top
Step-4: Fill Academic Details & Work Experience: On the next page you need to fill the academic details from class 10 onwards and also your work experience and other details
Step-5: Make Payment: MICA Application fee is Rs.2100. You need to pay this fee online. If the fee amount is correct you should click on ‘I Agree’ before finalizing the payment and proceed further.
Eligibility criteria for MICA Post Graduate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC) are as below:
- This programme does not require applicants to clear CAT (Common Admission Test).
- A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline recognized by the Association of Indian Universities is a definite prerequisite to apply.
- Aspirants who are essentially creative, intellectually curious, vividly imaginative with a diverse set of interests should apply. A flair for writing and the ability to visualize will be seen as an added advantage.
- The aspirant should be reasonably knowledgeable about the world of advertising, communication, art, visual design, digital media and entertainment while possessing lateral thinking capabilities with an inherent passion for learning.
MICA admission process for Post Graduate Programme in Crafting Creative Communication (CCC)
- The selection process comprises of an online test that probes into the creative and intelligence quotient of the aspirants.
- The test is conducted through email with a stipulated time of 48 hours to answer a diverse range of questions designed to gauge the aspirant's understanding of creative thinking, articulation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Successful candidates are shortlisted for Personal Interview (PI), which will be held at Ahmedabad (MICA Campus), Bangalore, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on their overall performance.
MICA Ahmedabad Scholarships, leading to partial or full fee waiver are offered to the students. MICA 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. MICA Scholarships are awarded annually based on the student's overall academic performance and family income. The scholarships are awarded to the students who are currently pursuing studies at MICA. The process of evaluating and awarding the scholarships is rigorous.
MICA offers Prof. Bikram Bindra "Equity Scholarship" and other merit and Merit cum Means scholarships. The students from PGP-1 will be eligible to apply. The Criterion for Scholarship selection is based on the Family Income not exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs per annum. Student’s academic performance should be minimum CGPA of 3.00 and class attendance record of minimum 80% in the first year for PGP-2 scholarship. Winning state/national/international level competitions will also add to eligibility.
The maximum number of scholarships to be awarded will be 25 to 27 (to PGP-1, PGP-2, and CCC), including the sponsored from Prof. Bikram Bindra for 1-2 student(s), where Prof. Bindra will provide Rs. 5 Lakhs to the student(s). The scholarship to be awarded for PGP-2 students will be up to 12. MICA will provide the scholarship up to 100% of the tuition fees per student in the programme. The number of scholarships to be awarded for PGP-1 will be up to 11 to 13. For CCC, the scholarsdhip will be awarded up to 2 students. MICA will provide up to 50% of the tuition fees per student in the programme.
Fellow Programme in Management
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The 4-year Fellow programme, launched in 2010, is yet another impactful offering from MICA. The four-year Fellow programme at MICA is an AICTE-approved programme, is one of its kind in the country. Its unique world-class pedagogy and the foreign immersion module (offered with internationally reputed Universities) aim to prepare scholars of change. The programme is designed to prepare exemplary scholars who meet international research norms.
MICA's FPM programme integrates understanding of different theoretical perspectives in Strategic Marketing, Communication, Media, and digital platforms and develop a holistic understanding of the domains; Makes significant intellectual contributions to the body of knowledge; Connects classroom learning and contemporary issues and the ability to solve them; Demonstrates superior academic writing skills and brings in awareness of existing and emerging issues in research ethics.
Scholarship
All FPM students at MICA (except sponsored students) admitted to the Programme will be given a fellowship and contingency allowance. The fellowship includes a fee waiver and a monthly stipend. The stipend for the first 2 years is Rs.38,000 per month and for 3rd and 4th year the amount of stipend is Rs.41,000. In addition to the above, a contingency grant of Rs. 25,000 in the first year, Rs. 30,000 in each of the second and third years, and Rs. 15,000 in the fourth year will be available to the students for academic expenses like case material, books, travel, data collection expenses, thesis expenses etc. Students will be permitted to carry over surpluses to the following years. However, FPM students will bear their lodging and boarding expenses.
Eligible candidates for MICA FPM should apply online with an application fee of Rs.500/-
MICA FPM admission process includes Written Test and online interviews to draw a list of eligible candidates. The Candidate will come to campus later for a written test, an individual presentation and a personal interview. The step by step process for MICA FPM Admission is detailed below:
Stage 1: Telephone interviews of eligible candidates.
Stage 2: The Shortlisted candidates should appear for MICA’s FPM Admission Test.
The FPM Admission Test is a three-day process organised on the MICA campus, comprising of the Written Test (WT), an Individual Presentation (IP) and a Personal Interview (PI). Candidates appearing for the admission test will be provided lodging and boarding at the MICA campus. Details are as below:
Written Test: The Written Test will examine the candidate's theoretical understanding of communication, the ability to investigate a communication phenomenon and the ability to interpret data and draw conclusions. The WT will be descriptive in nature and is based on prescribed readings. Candidates shortlisted after the telephonic interviews will be sent the prescribed readings via email. They are required to read them critically. Candidates may bring copies of the readings to the WT as this is an open-book exam.
Individual Presentation (IP): The candidate will be presenting the topic based on the submitted research proposal. S/he will be given 15 minutes to present to a panel of experts. Candidates will be required to make PowerPoint (PPT) presentations.
Personal Interview (PI): The Personal Interview will follow the IP, where a panel of experts will assess the candidate's personality and passion for research.
Final Selection to the FPM programme is based on Telephonic screening interview and Performance in FPM Admission Test; Consistent academic performance from 10+2 onwards, and Professional work/research experience in media and communication
MICA FPM has embedded rigorous coursework and an international immersion module. Its unique world-class pedagogy and the foreign immersion module (offered with internationally reputed Universities) aim to prepare scholars of change by encouraging fundamental and applied research focusing on critical thinking, argument development, knowledge gap identification, problem formulation, and thesis writing. As a part of the FPM curriculum restructuring conducted in 2023, the programme now has a good mix of- foundational, some to be done with the PGP students, research-enabler, and domain-specific courses. This provides a solid bearing to FPM scholars, who can conduct quality research and develop scholarly acumen to perform well in their academic careers.
The FPM community regularly organises the MI-Idea Cafe series, where FPM scholars are encouraged to share their research ideas with the community for constructive interaction. Further, the MI-CoCreation initiative has facilitated global webinars with esteemed speakers to disseminate knowledge about dynamic and contemporary academic research.
MICA FPM application form is an integral part of the admission process. Please provide the correct information. Admission granted on the basis of incorrect information will be ipso facto null and void. Step by Step process how to apply for MICA FPM admission is as below:
Fill Application online
- Pay Online Application fees of Rs.500 while submitting the application. The application fee should be deposited through online link provided at the payment gateway.
- Two letters of recommendation in the prescribed format are required to be uploaded at the link provided in the online application.
- Ensure that you respond to all items in the application form (use N. A. for items which are not applicable to you).
Upload your Statement of Purpose (SOP) typewritten in a word document to the link provided in the online application. Address each of the following points, using the essay form in a maximum of two pages - Why do you want to pursue the FPM? And What are your career and professional goals? How do your research interests match with the sub-areas of MICA’s FPM: Communication and Media, Management and Marketing - Upload your proposed research of maximum of 1000 words and mention the names of 3 MICA faculty whose work is aligned to this area, to the link provided in the online application.
- Submit documents in support of the application according to the instructions given under Supporting Documents
The completed application form with attachment and documents will be considered for further selection process.
MICA FPM Eligibility Criteria have following key points:
- Applicants must have a UGC/AIU/AICTE approved Post Graduate/Master’s Degree/equivalent qualification with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in the field of management/communications/humanities/ or social science.
- Exposure and understanding of Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Advertising and/or Journalism shall be an added advantage.
The candidate should have also completed a UGC/AIU/AICTE approved three-year Bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification after completing higher secondary (10+2) or equivalent. The Bachelor’s degree can be from any discipline (Engineering/ Science/ Social Studies/ Arts/ Commerce/ Communication/ Management/ or Media). - Foreign nationals and NRIs with non-Indian degrees that are considered equivalent (by UGC/AIU/AICTE) to the qualifications listed with GRE above are also eligible to apply for the programme.
- Final year students appearing for the master’s degree or equivalent examination can also apply.
MICA FPM admission process includes Written Test and online interviews to draw a list of eligible candidates. The Candidate will come to campus later for a written test, an individual presentation and a personal interview. The step by step process for MICA FPM Admission is detailed below:
Stage 1: Telephone interviews of eligible candidates.
Stage 2: The Shortlisted candidates should appear for MICA’s FPM Admission Test.
The FPM Admission Test is a three-day process organised on the MICA campus, comprising of the Written Test (WT), an Individual Presentation (IP) and a Personal Interview (PI). Candidates appearing for the admission test will be provided lodging and boarding at the MICA campus. Details are as below:
Written Test: The Written Test will examine the candidate's theoretical understanding of communication, the ability to investigate a communication phenomenon and the ability to interpret data and draw conclusions. The WT will be descriptive in nature and is based on prescribed readings. Candidates shortlisted after the telephonic interviews will be sent the prescribed readings via email. They are required to read them critically. Candidates may bring copies of the readings to the WT as this is an open-book exam.
Individual Presentation (IP): The candidate will be presenting the topic based on the submitted research proposal. S/he will be given 15 minutes to present to a panel of experts. Candidates will be required
to make PowerPoint (PPT) presentations.
Personal Interview (PI): The Personal Interview will follow the IP, where a panel of experts will assess the candidate's personality and passion for research.
Final Selection to the FPM programme is based on Telephonic screening interview and Performance in FPM Admission Test; Consistent academic performance from 10+2 onwards, and Professional work/research experience in media and communication
MICA Ahmedabad Scholarships, leading to partial or full fee waiver are offered to the students. MICA 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. MICA Scholarships are awarded annually based on the student's overall academic performance and family income. The scholarships are awarded to the students who are currently pursuing studies at MICA. The process of evaluating and awarding the scholarships is rigorous.
MICA offers Prof. Bikram Bindra "Equity Scholarship" and other merit and Merit cum Means scholarships. The students from PGP-1 will be eligible to apply. The Criterion for Scholarship selection is based on the Family Income not exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs per annum. Student’s academic performance should be minimum CGPA of 3.00 and class attendance record of minimum 80% in the first year for PGP-2 scholarship. Winning state/national/international level competitions will also add to eligibility.
The maximum number of scholarships to be awarded will be 25 to 27 (to PGP-1, PGP-2, and CCC), including the sponsored from Prof. Bikram Bindra for 1-2 student(s), where Prof. Bindra will provide Rs. 5 Lakhs to the student(s). The scholarship to be awarded for PGP-2 students will be up to 12. MICA will provide the scholarship up to 100% of the tuition fees per student in the programme. The number of scholarships to be awarded for PGP-1 will be up to 11 to 13. For CCC, the scholarsdhip will be awarded up to 2 students. MICA will provide up to 50% of the tuition fees per student in the programme.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
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MICA Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is a two years full time programme in management. The programme is offered on the lines of PGDM-C programme and has similar specializations. The placements for both the programmes are also common. The programme offers high placement opportunities in India as well as abroad.
The PGDM at MICA imparts professional knowledge in management theory and practice with specific emphasis on strategic marketing and communications that encompasses emerging industry trends in digital transformation and analytics. It will enable students to apply the knowledge and skills through intensive interaction with the industry using research and field-based immersion projects and learning.
On completion of the MICA PGDM programme, students will be able to demonstrate analytical and critical thinking abilities for data and evidence- based decision making using the latest trends in analytics, digital technologies, and business transformation. Besides, the Students will be able to have the ability to understand, manage and communicate global, economic, legal, and ethical aspects of entrepreneurship and business management
The PGDM programme at MICA develops agile thinking abilities of the students for evidence-based decision making and adaptive problem-solving and shapes competent and innovative leaders with global perspectives and sensitivity to business, environmental and societal impacts of managerial actions. On completion of PGDM programme at MICA, Students will acquire in-depth knowledge of management, marketing, communication, and leadership for generating new ideas, creative problem solving and the ability to practice it in dynamic and evolving eco-systems
MICA Application has to be submitted online with the requisite application fee of Rs.2100/-. In the application, applicant needs to update the score options which he/she would like to submit (CAT/XAT/GMAT).
MICA admission is a three step process involving appearance in MICAT for all the CAT/XAT/GMAT takers, shortlisting based on exam scores, and the Final selection process. MICA Ahmedabad admission process for PGDM is detailed below:
Step 1: Apply and appear in at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams -CAT/XAT/GMAT
Step 2: Apply for MICA admission and appear in MICAT-I or MICAT-II or in Both
Step 3: Check MICA Shortlist for final selection round. MICA awards 50% weight to MICAT and 50% weight to CAT/XAT/GMAT exam score in shortlisting process
Step 4: Participate in GE-PI in Final Selection Round
Step 5: Check your Admission Status in Merit List and Pay admission fees. Final admission is based on performance in Group Exercise; Personal Interview, MICAT and CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
MICA’s advanced and innovative PGDM programme curriculum, online learning tools and real-life work projects prepare and groom the students for global career path and industry work. Unique MICA offerings in Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship include courses such as Imagining India, Story Telling, Semiotics, Visual Cultures Learning and Industry Insights, Semiotics and Behavioral Architecture.
Pedagogy at MICA ensures group interactions, faculty mentoring and a combination of recorded and live sessions. The innovative pedagogy at MICA rests on peer-learning and developing the intuitive traits and emotional intelligence of the participants.
The institute has pioneered program innovations in the areas of Digital Platforms & Strategies, Media & Entertainment, Marketing Analytics, Strategic Communication and Strategic Marketing area.
The concentration courses are based on a career-building approach, keeping in mind the industry's need for professionals with clear career interests. The courses intend to enable the students to develop specific skills and perspectives in their chosen career paths, within the field of Strategic Marketing and Communication i.e. Brand Management (BM), Marketing Research and Analytics (MRA), Digital Communication Management (DCM), Advertising Management (AM) and Media Management (MM).
Step by Step MICA Application process for admission to Post Graduate Diploma in Management Communications (PGDM) programme is as below:
Step-1: Register to Get User ID: Click on Apply Now at MICA website. On the page that opens, you should fill in your name, mobile number, valid email ID and after clicking on ‘I Agree’ box, and entering captcha, you need to click on submit button.
Step-2: Check & Verify Details: Verify the filled in information and click on OK button. Your User ID and password are now sent to your mobile and on your email ID. The page also displays your application number which you should note for future reference
Step-3: Go to Application and Upload Photo & Signature: Your MICA registration is now complete. Click on Go to Application and read instructions how to fill MICA application form and proceed further. The application form first requires to fill personal details, upload your photo & signature at the top
Step-4: Fill Academic Details & Work Experience: On the next page you need to fill the academic details from class 10 onwards and also your work experience details
Step-5: Enter CAT/XAT/GMAT Exam Details: On this page you should choose the entrance exam the score of which you wish to submit for admission and if available now, you should submit exam score also. If you do not have the score card now, you will be allowed to update your score later. Besides, as MICAT is the mandatory test for MICA Admission, you should choose whether you wish to appear in MICAT-1 or MICAT-2 or in both
Step-6: Make Payment: MICA Application fee is Rs.2100. You need to pay this fee online. If the fee amount is correct you should click on ‘I Agree’ before finalizing the payment and proceed further.
Step-7: Enter Entrance Exam Score after Result Declaration: After the CAT/XAT result declaration, MICA will give you the opportunity to update your exam score. You should login as Already Registered candidate to update your CAT/XAT score
Key points in MICA Admission Eligibility Criteria are:
- MICA Ahmedabad eligibility criteria for PGDM require a Bachelor's degree (10 + 2 + 3 system) or an equivalent qualification in any discipline recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- Candidates appearing for final examinations towards a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) are also eligible to apply
- Candidates who demonstrate aptitude for expressing, assessing, and /or conceiving ideas that move people to action and achieve business results tend to stand a better chance of being shortlisted
- All the applicants must have appeared at least in one of the entrance exams – CAT conducted by IIMs or XAT conducted by XLRI or GMAT conducted by Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and must have scored well
- All the applicants have to apply and appear in MICAT-1 or MICAT-2 or Both
MICA admission is a three step process involving appearance in MICAT for all the CAT/XAT/GMAT takers, shortlisting based on exam scores, and the Final selection process. MICA Ahmedabad admission process for PGDM is detailed below:
Step 1: Apply and appear in at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams -CAT/XAT/GMAT
Step 2: Apply for MICA admission and appear in MICAT-I or MICAT-II or in Both
Step 3: Check MICA Shortlist for final selection round. MICA awards 50% weight to MICAT and 50% weight to CAT/XAT/GMAT exam score in shortlisting process
Step 4: Participate in GE-PI in Final Selection Round
Step 5: Check your Admission Status in Merit List and Pay admission fees. Final admission is based on performance in Group Exercise; Personal Interview, MICAT and CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
MICA Ahmedabad Scholarships, leading to partial or full fee waiver are offered to the students. MICA 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. MICA Scholarships are awarded annually based on the student's overall academic performance and family income. The scholarships are awarded to the students who are currently pursuing studies at MICA. The process of evaluating and awarding the scholarships is rigorous.
MICA offers Prof. Bikram Bindra "Equity Scholarship" and other merit and Merit cum Means scholarships. The students from PGP-1 will be eligible to apply. The Criterion for Scholarship selection is based on the Family Income not exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs per annum. Student’s academic performance should be minimum CGPA of 3.00 and class attendance record of minimum 80% in the first year for PGP-2 scholarship. Winning state/national/international level competitions will also add to eligibility.
The maximum number of scholarships to be awarded will be 25 to 27 (to PGP-1, PGP-2, and CCC), including the sponsored from Prof. Bikram Bindra for 1-2 student(s), where Prof. Bindra will provide Rs. 5 Lakhs to the student(s). The scholarship to be awarded for PGP-2 students will be up to 12. MICA will provide the scholarship up to 100% of the tuition fees per student in the programme. The number of scholarships to be awarded for PGP-1 will be up to 11 to 13. For CCC, the scholarsdhip will be awarded up to 2 students. MICA will provide up to 50% of the tuition fees per student in the programme.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management Communications (PGDM-C)
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MICA PGDM(C) is a two years full time programme in management. The programme stands out as a globally benchmarked holistic, empathetic, and creative management Programme that will build competencies in digital transformation, marketing and communications through a cutting edge and contemporary curriculum, innovative pedagogy, multidisciplinary research and learning outcomes relevant to emerging industry trends in technology, analytics, governance, innovation, entrepreneurship, and societal impact. The programme offers high placement opportunities in India as well as abroad.
MICA's spirit lies in its grasping of contemporary trends and sensibilities, addressing the needs of an ever-changing environment. The MICA brand assures effective delivery of Strategic Marketing and Communication solutions to the industry, government, and community.
The PGDM-C at MICA imparts professional knowledge in management theory and practice with specific emphasis on strategic marketing and communications that encompasses emerging industry trends in digital transformation and analytics. It will enable students to apply the knowledge and skills through intensive interaction with the industry using research and field-based immersion projects and learning.
On completion of the MICA PGDM-C programme, students will be able to demonstrate analytical and critical thinking abilities for data and evidence- based decision making using the latest trends in analytics, digital technologies, and business transformation. Besides, the Students will be able to have the ability to understand, manage and communicate global, economic, legal, and ethical aspects of entrepreneurship and business management.
MICA Application has to be submitted online with the requisite application fee of Rs.2100/-. In the application, applicant needs to update the score options which he/she would like to submit (CAT/XAT/GMAT).
MICA admission is a three step process involving appearance in MICAT for all the CAT/XAT/GMAT takers, shortlisting based on exam scores, and the Final selection process. MICA Ahmedabad admission process for PGDM-C is detailed below:
Step 1: Apply and appear in at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams -CAT/XAT/GMAT
Step 2: Apply for MICA admission and appear in MICAT-I or MICAT-II or in Both
Step 3: Check MICA Shortlist for final selection round. MICA awards 50% weight to MICAT and 50% weight to CAT/XAT/GMAT exam score in shortlisting process
Step 4: Participate in GE-PI in Final Selection Round
Step 5: Check your Admission Status in Merit List and Pay admission fees. Final admission is based on performance in Group Exercise; Personal Interview, MICAT and CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
Every year, MICA strives to design and develop cutting edge, innovative and creative programs and courses in collaboration with global advisory groups, industry professionals, MICA Faculty, Staff, Alumni and other institutional partners. MICA’s advanced and innovative curriculum, online learning tools and real-life work projects prepare and groom the students for global career path and industry work. Unique MICA offerings in Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship include courses such as Imagining India, Story Telling, Semiotics, Visual Cultures Learning and Industry Insights, Semiotics and Behavioral Architecture.
Pedagogy at MICA ensures group interactions, faculty mentoring and a combination of recorded and live sessions. The innovative pedagogy at MICA rests on peer-learning and developing the intuitive traits and emotional intelligence of the participants.
The institute has pioneered program innovations in the areas of Digital Platforms & Strategies, Media & Entertainment, Marketing Analytics, Strategic Communication and Strategic Marketing area.
The concentration courses are based on a career-building approach, keeping in mind the industry's need for professionals with clear career interests. The courses intend to enable the students to develop specific skills and perspectives in their chosen career paths, within the field of Strategic Marketing and Communication i.e. Brand Management (BM), Marketing Research and Analytics (MRA), Digital Communication Management (DCM), Advertising Management (AM) and Media Management (MM).
Step by Step MICA Application process for admission to Post Graduate Diploma in Management Communications (PGDM C) programme is as below:
Step-1: Register to Get User ID: Click on Apply Now at MICA website. On the page that opens, you should fill in your name, mobile number, valid email ID and after clicking on ‘I Agree’ box, and entering captcha, you need to click on submit button.
Step-2: Check & Verify Details: Verify the filled in information and click on OK button. Your User ID and password are now sent to your mobile and on your email ID. The page also displays your application number which you should note for future reference
Step-3: Go to Application and Upload Photo & Signature: Your MICA registration is now complete. Click on Go to Application and read instructions how to fill MICA application form and proceed further. The application form first requires to fill personal details, upload your photo & signature at the top
Step-4: Fill Academic Details & Work Experience: On the next page you need to fill the academic details from class 10 onwards and also your work experience details
Step-5: Enter CAT/XAT/GMAT Exam Details: On this page you should choose the entrance exam the score of which you wish to submit for admission and if available now, you should submit exam score also. If you do not have the score card now, you will be allowed to update your score later. Besides, as MICAT is the mandatory test for MICA Admission, you should choose whether you wish to appear in MICAT-1 or MICAT-2 or in both
Step-6: Make Payment: MICA Application fee is Rs.2100. You need to pay this fee online. If the fee amount is correct you should click on ‘I Agree’ before finalizing the payment and proceed further.
Step-7: Enter Entrance Exam Score after Result Declaration: After the CAT/XAT result declaration, MICA will give you the opportunity to update your exam score. You should login as Already Registered candidate to update your CAT/XAT score
Key points in MICA Admission Eligibility Criteria are:
- MICA Ahmedabad eligibility criteria for both PGDM (C) and PGDM require a Bachelor's degree (10 + 2 + 3 system) or an equivalent qualification in any discipline recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- Candidates appearing for final examinations towards a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) are also eligible to apply
- Candidates who demonstrate aptitude for expressing, assessing, and /or conceiving ideas that move people to action and achieve business results tend to stand a better chance of being shortlisted
- All the applicants must have appeared at least in one of the entrance exams – CAT conducted by IIMs or XAT conducted by XLRI or GMAT conducted by Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and must have scored well
- All the applicants have to apply and appear in MICAT-1 or MICAT-2 or Both
MICA admission is a three step process involving appearance in MICAT for all the CAT/XAT/GMAT takers, shortlisting based on exam scores, and the Final selection process. MICA Ahmedabad admission process for PGDM-C is detailed below:
Step 1: Apply and appear in at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams -CAT/XAT/GMAT
Step 2: Apply for MICA admission and appear in MICAT-I or MICAT-II or in Both
Step 3: Check MICA Shortlist for final selection round. MICA awards 50% weight to MICAT and 50% weight to CAT/XAT/GMAT exam score in shortlisting process
Step 4: Participate in GE-PI in Final Selection Round
Step 5: Check your Admission Status in Merit List and Pay admission fees. Final admission is based on performance in Group Exercise; Personal Interview, MICAT and CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
MICA Ahmedabad Scholarships, leading to partial or full fee waiver are offered to the students. MICA 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. MICA Scholarships are awarded annually based on the student's overall academic performance and family income. The scholarships are awarded to the students who are currently pursuing studies at MICA. The process of evaluating and awarding the scholarships is rigorous.
MICA offers Prof. Bikram Bindra "Equity Scholarship" and other merit and Merit cum Means scholarships. The students from PGP-1 will be eligible to apply. The Criterion for Scholarship selection is based on the Family Income not exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs per annum. Student’s academic performance should be minimum CGPA of 3.00 and class attendance record of minimum 80% in the first year for PGP-2 scholarship. Winning state/national/international level competitions will also add to eligibility.
The maximum number of scholarships to be awarded will be 25 to 27 (to PGP-1, PGP-2, and CCC), including the sponsored from Prof. Bikram Bindra for 1-2 student(s), where Prof. Bindra will provide Rs. 5 Lakhs to the student(s). The scholarship to be awarded for PGP-2 students will be up to 12. MICA will provide the scholarship up to 100% of the tuition fees per student in the programme. The number of scholarships to be awarded for PGP-1 will be up to 11 to 13. For CCC, the scholarsdhip will be awarded up to 2 students. MICA will provide up to 50% of the tuition fees per student in the programme.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
MDI Murshidabad PGDM 2027-29: Post Graduate Diploma in Management Admission, Fees, Curriculum and Placements
MDI Murshidabad PGDM 2027 intake is 180 seats for Batch 2027-29. It is the institute's flagship programme, approved by AICTE, accredited by NBA and recognised by AIU as equivalent to a two-year, full-time MBA. Admission is through CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or a valid GMAT score, followed by GD and PI. MDI Murshidabad launched its PGDM in 2014. The first batch of students was addressed by Shri Pranab Mukherjee, then President of India, on 24 August 2014.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM 2027 at a Glance
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Program Type | Full-time |
Program Name | Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) |
Duration | 2 years (six terms) |
Mode of Study | On campus |
Residential / Non-Residential | Residential (mandatory) |
Seats | 180 |
Fees | Rs 16,45,940 total, Batch 2027-29 (tuition Rs 12,32,940) |
Average Salary | Rs 10.93 LPA (Batch 2024-26) |
Approved / Accredited by | AICTE; NBA; AIU (equivalent to MBA) |
MDI Murshidabad PGDM Admission Process 2027
MDI Murshidabad PGDM admission for Batch 2027-29 runs through a common MDI application form, followed by shortlisting and a GD and PI round. Application dates will be announced soon. These are the main points of the process:
- Eligibility: 50% in Class X, Class XII and graduation, with final-year students allowed to apply.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or a valid GMAT score; international applicants apply with GMAT.
- Application fee: Rs 1,000 for MDI Murshidabad, Rs 3,000 for MDI Gurgaon, or Rs 3,500 for both, inclusive of 18% GST.
- Key dates: application dates will be announced soon; final-year candidates must submit proof of graduation by 1 October 2027.
- Shortlisting: based on the application form and the exam score.
- Selection: GD and PI, with the final selection based on weighted components.
- How to apply: through the official MDI Murshidabad application form link on this page.
The MDI Murshidabad PGDM curriculum is spread over six terms, with most of the core courses in the first three terms. Core courses cover the major functional areas and the basic disciplines of Economics, Behavioural Sciences, Business Communication, Business Law, Quantitative Methods and Decision Sciences. Evaluation is continuous, and the weighted average of all course grades gives each student's CGPA.
| Stage | Key content |
|---|---|
| Terms 1 to 3 (core) | Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Information Management and Business Analytics, Organizational Behaviour and HRM, Strategic Management and International Business, plus Economics, Business Law and Quantitative Methods |
| Summer internship | About eight weeks in an organisation after the first three terms; compulsory |
| Terms 4 to 6 (electives) | Specialise in up to two areas; at least five electives (15 credits) per area; 14 to 17 electives in all, with CGPA based on the best 14 |
| New electives | Econometrics and other electives in line with corporate demand are expected |
- Take CAT 2026 or XAT 2027, or hold a valid GMAT score.
- Open the official MDI Murshidabad application form link on this page and register.
- Choose MDI Murshidabad, MDI Gurgaon or both, and fill in your academic and work details.
- Pay the application fee online by credit card, debit card or net banking before the closing date.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM Eligibility Criteria 2027
MDI Murshidabad PGDM eligibility for Batch 2027-29 has four parts:
• A valid CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score.
• At least 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA in both Class X and Class XII.
• A bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA.
• Final-year students can apply if they complete the degree by 30 June 2027 and submit proof by 1 October 2027. Work experience is not mandatory.
Full details are on the MDI Murshidabad Admission 2027
MDI Murshidabad Selection Process 2027
The MDI Murshidabad selection process for the PGDM has three stages:
- Shortlisting on the details in the application form and the CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score.
- GD and PI at a centre in Bangalore, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai or Mumbai, or online. Centres other than Kolkata and Gurugram are tentative.
- Final selection on weighted components, with successful candidates informed by the institute.
MDI Murshidabad Selection Weightage 2027
MDI Murshidabad weighs seven components in the final selection: the CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score; GD and PI; academic merit; academic diversity; work experience; sports and extracurricular activities; and gender diversity. The percentage for each has not been published, so the table below is indicative.
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.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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.
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.