Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, is a prominent institution offering a comprehensive MBA program through its Amrita School of Business (ASB). Here’s an overview tailored for prospective management students:
Overview: Established in 1996 by Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, ASB is part of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a multi-campus, multi-disciplinary university accredited with an ‘A++’ grade by NAAC. The business school is among the top 5% globally, accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Programs Offered: ASB offers a two-year full-time MBA program with specializations in Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, and Operations Management. Additionally, students have the opportunity to pursue a dual-degree M.Sc. in International Management in collaboration with Telecom Ecole De Management (TEM), France.
Fees: The total tuition fee for the MBA program is approximately ₹11.20 lakh for the two-year duration. ASB provides tuition fee waivers for meritorious students based on their performance in entrance exams. For instance, candidates with a CAT percentile above 85 may receive a 70% waiver, those between 75 to 85 percentile a 50% waiver, and those between 70 to 75 percentile a 25% waiver.
Cut-off: Admission to the MBA program requires valid scores from entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, GRE, or the Amrita Common Admission Test (ACAT). The CAT cut-off percentile for the general category is around 40.
Facilities: ASB boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, a well-equipped library, computer labs, and residential accommodations. The campus provides a conducive environment for learning with amenities that support both academic and extracurricular activities.
Ranking: In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham secured the 7th position among universities in India. Specifically, ASB Coimbatore was ranked 28th among top management institutes in the country.
Placements: ASB has a strong placement record, with the highest package offered during the MBA placements in 2022 being ₹19.17 LPA and an average package of ₹6.72 LPA across all four campuses. The school maintains robust industry connections, facilitating excellent career opportunities for its graduates.
