MBA
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS) is a full-time 2-years course, NAAC-accredited with an 'A' grade, affiliated with Bengaluru City University, and recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The curriculum is delivered in line with the syllabus and academic framework prescribed by Bengaluru City University, ensuring a robust and industry-relevant management education.
Aspirants can approach to study MBA at any one of the three IIBS campus Bengaluru. MBA courses ranked as one of the Top 10 MBA colleges in India. It has also been ranked as the top 3rd B-School in All India Category for its Placement drive.
Our MBA aim's to train world citizens only is further boosted by the Indian Management System we run side-by-side the traditional Indian curriculum. We are committed to creating a combined, student-focused learning environment, which provides socially responsible and industry relevant education opportunities.
MBA Course Specialization
MBA in Marketing Management
- A Specialization Built for Modern Market Growth: Develop a strong understanding of consumer behaviour, brand strategy, sales management, digital marketing, market research, advertising, retail and customer relationship management to create impactful business growth in competitive markets.
- Brand Strategy: Learn how to build, position and promote brands that connect with customers and stand out in the market.
- Sales & Distribution: Master sales planning, channel management, negotiation, customer handling and distribution strategies.
Digital & Market Insights: Understand digital campaigns, consumer analytics, market research and customer trends to make smarter marketing decisions.
MBA in Finance Management
A Specialization Built for Modern Financial Growth: Develop in-depth understanding of financial markets, corporate finance, investment strategy, risk management and analytics to create long-term value for businesses.
Corporate Finance: Master financial planning, capital budgeting, mergers, acquisitions and valuation.
Investment Insights: Analyse markets, securities, portfolios and wealth management strategies.
Risk & Compliance: Understand risk management, financial analytics and regulatory practices.
MBA in Human Resource Management
A Specialization Built for Modern People Management: Develop a strong understanding of talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, training and development, HR analytics, labour laws, workplace culture and organizational behaviour to build people-focused and future-ready organizations.
Talent Acquisition: Learn how to attract, recruit and retain the right talent through effective hiring strategies, interview techniques and workforce planning.
Employee Engagement: Understand how to create a positive workplace culture, improve employee satisfaction, manage relations and build stronger teams.
- HR Analytics & Performance: Explore performance management, HR metrics, payroll, compliance and data-driven decision-making to support organizational growth.
MBA in Business Analytics
The MBA in Business Analytics program at International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS), an NAAC-accredited "A" Grade business school in Bangalore, is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in business analytics, strategy, and leadership roles.
MBA in Production & Operations Management
The MBA in Production & Operations Management program at International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS), an NAAC-accredited "A" Grade business school in Bangalore, is designed to equip students with the expertise to efficiently manage production processes, ensure quality control, and optimize the seamless flow of goods and services. This program blends theoretical insights with practical applications, preparing graduates for leadership roles in operations and supply chain management.
MBA in Business Entrepreneurship & Startup Management Course
International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS) is NAAC Accredited “A” Grade and affiliated to Bengaluru City university offers MBA in Entrepreneurship & Startups is the process of designing, launching, and running a new business. It involves identifying a market opportunity, creating a business plan, securing resources, and taking calculated risks. Entrepreneurs drive economic progress by solving real-world problems and developing new products or services that improve lives. The entrepreneurial journey is dynamic, with numerous ups and downs, requiring resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to a vision.
- The online application is for admission to programs offered at the International Institute of Business Studies
- Email ID submitted at the time of registration will be used for all correspondences until enrolment is completed. Change in Email ID will NOT be permitted under any circumstances.
- International Institute of Business Studies Query Management System: Applicants are strongly advised to use the International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS-QMS), rather than an email, to get a quick response.
- Register and verify your email ID
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- Select the query category and submit your query
MBA Curriculum
- 70% Practical
- + 30% Theory Personality Development
- Case-Based Study
- Rural & Global Immersion
- Research Programme Dual Internship
- Placement Orientation
- International Bootcamp
- Industrial Visit
- Value Added Certification
How to apply to IIBS for MBA :
Candidates aspiring to join MBA in IIBS can get the IIBS prospectus by courier / Post, directly in person or apply online.
By Courier/Post :
Make a Demand Draft of Rs.1,050/- in favor of International Institute of Business Studies payable at Bangalore and address it to Bangalore National Head Office address.
Directly in person:
pay Rs.1000/- at the institute counter or from the local representatives or selected Axis Bank branches, or selected IMS & CL coaching centers.
You can also get the list of local representatives along with their contact details from the above website.
Online Registration:
Apply online . Kindly follow the steps listed below:
- Fill in your personal information, give the payment particulars of demand draft number, date and submit the form online.
- Then, take a printout of your application form andfill in all the necessary details in ink.
- Paste your recent photograph and sign across the photograph.
- Enclose the Demand Draft of Rs.1050/- in favour of International Institute of Business Studies payable at Bangalore and send it to National Head Office, Bangalore along with the application form.
- Send the enclosed application form with the demand draft by courier / registered post / speed post.
- We will send you our prospectus by courier or postonce we receive the DD. Cheques will not be accepted.
The application form and prospectus will be only in the name of the applicant who wishes to apply. It is non-transferable.
- A graduate with UG degree in any stream/discipline holding a minimum of 50 percent marks from a recognized institution/university. UG students in their final year can also apply.
- IIBSAT, CAT, XLRI Admission Test (XAT), Management Aptitude Test (MAT), ATMA or any equivalent state entrance test.The programmes are offered in affiliation with Bengaluru City University.
Final Selection Process Based on GD&PI & Entrance Test
Merit Scholarships
Scholarships for Meritorious Students (During Admission Phase of PGDM 2026 – 2028)
The International Institute of Business Study (IIBS) Bangalore continues its commitment to academic excellence by offering Merit Scholarships to outstanding students enrolling in the PGDM program for the batch 2026–2028. These scholarships recognize and reward students with exceptional academic performance, leadership qualities, and a passion for management education.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship Amount for Male Students: Up to ₹1.95 Lakhs
- Scholarship Amount for Female Students: Up to ₹2.20 Lakhs
- Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, entrance exam scores, and performance in the selection process.
Entrance Exam Scholarship: 2026-28
CAT 2025 / XAT 2026 / GMAT / IIBSAT 2025-26 | MAT 2025 & 2026 ATMA 2025 & 2026 | CMAT 2026 | SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT RS |
|---|---|---|---|
85 percentile or above | Composite Score of 750 or above | 95 percentile or above | 1,00,000/- |
80 to 84.99 percentile | Composite Score of 700 to 749 | 90 to 94.99 percentile | 80,000/- |
70 to 79.99 percentile | Composite Score of 650 to 699 | 80 to 89.99 percentile | 70,000/- |
60 to 69.99 percentile | Composite Score of 600 to 649 | 70 to 79.99 percentile | 60,000/- |
PGDM International Business
MDI Gurgaon PGDM International Business (IB)
Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon is ranked amongst the top B-schools in the country and offers prestigious full-time MBA-equivalent PGDM programs. MDI Gurgaon last date to apply 2025 is November 28, 2025. Apply Now. Read more details about MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB Curriculum, Placements, Fees, Admission, Dates.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB MIM is a prestigious dual degree programme jointly offered by MDI Gurgaon in collaboration with Emlyon Business School, Lyon, France and ESCP Business School, France. Delivered across India and Europe, MDI Gurgaon Post Graduate Diploma in Management International Business (PGDM IB) provides a unique blend of academic rigor and international exposure. Both Emlyon Business School, Lyon, France and ESCP Business School, France hold prominent positions in global rankings. According to the Financial Times (FT) European Business School Rankings 2024, emlyon business school is ranked 11th and ESCP Business School is ranked 5th.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB program is delivered in following format:
1. Initial Study at MDI Gurgaon: Students begin the programme with two terms-Term I and II at MDI Gurgaon (Semester 1 of the partner Institution), where the focus is on foundational coursework. This phase emphasizes core inputs across qualitative and quantitative disciplines, aiming to build strong analytical, integrative, and communication skills.
2. International Component: After completing the initial two terms, students proceed to one of the partner institutions (emlyon business school in Lyon, France or to one of the six ESCP Business school campus locations; Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Turin, Warsaw and London) for two semesters (Semester 2 & 3 of the partner institution) equivalent to Terms III, IV, and V of MDI Gurgaon. During this phase, the curriculum provides an in-depth international management perspective, including a mandatory industry internship, primarily based in Europe, to ensure hands-on experience in a global business environment.
3. Final Term at MDI Gurgaon: Upon completion of the international component, students return to MDI Gurgaon for Term VI (Semester 4 of the partner institution), during which they complete the remaining academic requirements.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB Diploma & Degree Awarded
Upon successful completion of the MDI PGDM IB programme requirements, the student is awarded a Post Graduate Diploma in Management International Business (PGDM-IB) by MDI Gurgaon, along with a Master in Management (MIM) degree from either emlyon business school or ESCP Business School, depending on the partner institution attended during the international study component.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB admission process can be divided into following stages:
- The candidates seeking admission to MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB programme must appear in CAT exam Then, candidate should apply separately for MDI admission.
- MDI application process is open from Thursday, 25th September 2025, till Friday, November 28, 2025.
- Shortlisting of candidates for the GDPI process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT scores.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion and Personal Interviews.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment test, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience as per weightages given in Table below.
The programme employs a diverse range of pedagogical methods, including case studies, simulations, lectures, interactive discussions, and role plays to facilitate experiential and applied learning. Students from MDI Gurgaon are fully integrated into international cohorts at both partner institutions. This collaborative and immersive learning environment promotes cross-cultural understanding, broadens global perspectives, and strengthens the ability to work effectively within diverse, international teams.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB application form is available at MDI website. Apply now. You need to complete MDI application form filling in following steps:
Step 1: Fill Personal Details
On the first page you should fill your name, father’s & mother’s name, email ID, Password, Country, Mobile number and submit at Sign up column. After completing the step 1, you will receive the confirmation message. You should now click on ‘Activate Your Account’. An OTP will be received by you on email and mobile, verify it and proceed to complete the remaining part of MDI registration process
Step 2: Complete CAT Registration & Personal Details
On the next page, you need to fill information on CAT registration number and personal details with address.
Step 3: Upload Photo & Signature
After completing your entrance exam details and personal details, now you should upload your photo and signature of required size as below.
Step 4: Fill Your Work Experience
The next step is to fill your work experience details. All the details should be correct else your candidature may be cancelled.
Step 5: Fill the Details of Extra Curricular Activities
On this page of MDI Application form, you need to fill the correct details of your extracurricular activities of inter-collegiate, institute and higher level of sports, cultural, literary and others
Step 6: Document Details
The required documents are to be uploaded on this page of requisite size like copy of Identification, Class 10, 12 and graduation marksheet/degree among others.
MDI Gurgaon application fees is Rs. 3,000, inclusive of 18% GST. Candidates can select all the MDI programmes they wish to apply for, and pay the fees online.
After completing the above steps, your MDI application form is complete.
- At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
- Bachelor’s Degree of minimum 4 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.
- Applicants to the PGDM IB programme must possess a minimum of 1 year (one year) work experience as on 31st January 2026, after completion of a minimum 4 years duration Bachelor’s degree for the programme. The candidates with 3 years’ duration bachelor degree are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for PGDM-IB Programme.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB final selection process is a multi-stage process.
- MDI Gurgaon shortlists candidates for the WAT-GD-PI process on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT 2026 scores.
- Stage-I MDI shortlisting: MDI Gurgaon shortlists candidates for the WAT-GD-PI round based on multiple parameters, with the CAT score carrying the highest weightage of 70%. Academic performance in Class 10, 12, and Graduation collectively contributes 15%, while work experience (10%), academic diversity (2.5%), and gender diversity (2.5%) ensure a balanced and inclusive selection process.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion, Written Analysis Test, and Personal Interviews between February and April 2027 at a center in one of the following cities: Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment test, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience, and social diversity etc as per weightages given in Table below
A few scholarships are available for this program