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What, Why and How to Do MBA in India? If we look at the history of the MBA, we will find that it was first introduced by Harvard University Graduate School of Administration in 1908. Indeed having these three letters, “MBA” on your resume makes you stand apart but the true meaning and practical aspects of these three letters course is a vast area to learn about. If you are looking for the answer to why MBA is important, to be specific, an MBA program helps you a lot to build the premises of your business knowledge and your professional growth.
Though the post-graduate study program, Master of Business Administration or MBA, finds its origin in the United States it is the course that is desired globally. MBA is an apt study program, especially for those who aim to shape their career with business acumen and entrepreneurial ambitions. The thing which adds more value to this course is that no matter what academic stream one had, be it Science, Commerce, Arts, or any other stream, the doors of the MBA program are open for all.
Post Graduation courses like MBA have also contributed a lot to the economic growth and academic standards in various countries along with India. Moreover, if talking about an individual, pursuing MBA from a prestigious B-School also leads one to get a handsome package. This is also the reason why pursuing an MBA has become a charming career in India.
Now the question arises, why should we do MBA When other such courses are also out there which provide the exposure and advantages discussed above? What does an MBA degree offer you that could make you think to pursue it as your career? Why do people do MBA? Why MBA is important? To answer this question, one has to look into the following aspects that justify why they should go for MBA:
If you are a student who has no idea about what happens in a business nor do you belong to a business family, then MBA is truly the key source that tells you how to think and behave in a business situation. MBA helps you to know how to look at the situation from a marketing perspective or a sales perspective or a finance perspective. Overall, it gives you an understanding of how to look at a situation from a Business perspective.
When one pursues their MBA from a B-School, they live around students who are extraordinarily good, very ambitious, and talented and have already done a lot in their life. So you suddenly end up surrounded by such accomplished groups of people and that increases your confidence. Though you feel like you don’t know anything this acts as a push for you because it makes you take part in that competition and try to win. From leading in group assignments and giving class presentations to organizing huge events, MBA teaches you everything.
In addition, MBA does provide you with an opportunity to change the role or industry you have been working in. Suppose, one is a software developer or works in finance and they want to change their industry from software development to product management or marketing from finance, then an MBA is a great way to get that change because the recruiter already knows you have given your 1-2 years to a curriculum to get training that prepares you, particularly for the industry or company for which recruiting is being done.
MBA is important nowadays because, in today’s world, all the recruiters in one or another way are looking for this degree. The truth is for any business role, more and more companies or more and more recruiters expect an MBA degree from their candidates. So, if you are looking for a career in the business or management world but if you don’t have an MBA degree, it somewhat becomes a disadvantage.
But why do people do MBA in India when they are financially capable enough and have the option to pursue it outside India or in any other country? There are several reasons which justify why one should go for India when it comes to pursuing a postgraduate course like MBA:
For every course out there, India provides high-end quality education at a reasonable and affordable cost. Whereas, for an MBA, universities in countries like Europe charge even more than $ 1,00,000 which will not allow you to save a few bucks at the end of the day. Spending on studies is an investment and MBA programs in India give you a big return on your investment.
MBA is not a program that is counted as only one. In India, there are diversified types of MBA programs offered such as Full-Time MBA, Pat-Time MBA, Distance MBA, Online MBA, Executive MBA, and Integrated MBA. so, even if you are a working person, you will still be able to pursue an MBA in India. There will be no boundings on your working hours.
Over the period, the management sector in India has evolved and developed a lot so are the B- Schools. All the top management schools across the country offer quality education and a globally accredited curriculum. Goa Institute of Management, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), International Management Institute (New Delhi), Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, etc. are example of such management institutes which provide excellent exposure to their MBA students.
At this present time, India is in the position of leading emerging markets with innovations and changes popping up in every passing minute. So, it makes it more exciting to pursue a business management course like MBA at such an innovative place. Since Indian Companies are extending their global reach, knowledge, and practice of how to do business in India are becoming more important to the people, no matter wherever they are based.
In addition, India’s economic growth is also creating new and exciting opportunities for MBA students and adding value to their degrees. Big brands and big-name companies like Amazon, McKinsey, and Uber also hire those who have completed their MBAs from Indian Business Schools.
If you are planning to do MBA in India, there are certain pointers you have to keep in mind while deciding to pursue an MBA degree in India. These things mainly involve -what type of entrance exams are out there for different types of MBA courses, what are the eligibility criteria for such entrance exams, which are the top B-Schools or management Institutes in the country, and what is their fee structure, and selection criteria, etc., and these are the questions one has to find the answers for to go for MBA in India.
Advantages of MBA Completing an MBA program demonstrates a commitment to learning, developing, and applying skills that help an organization succeed.
In India, there are specifically 2 kinds of management degrees offered which are Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). The former is a 2-years degree course whereas, the latter is a 1-year degree and is offered by various IIMs across the country.
Due to the change in needs of the industry standards, there have been introduced various other types of MBA/PGDM degrees and these are- Online MBA, Distance Learning MBA, and Executive MBA.
An MBA degree provides one with the opportunity you specialize in the following areas:
To pursue an MBA course, aspiring students must give management entrance exams that take place at the National and State levels across the country. In addition, they have to fulfil the following eligibility criteria to apply for the exam:
There are so many entrance exams out there through which an aspirant can pursue MBA as their career. If they fulfil the basic eligibility criteria discussed above, thereafter they are required to appear for any of the entrance exams:
Following are those management entrance exams that take place on the National Level-
Some entrance exams take place at the States Level as well-
Moreover, there are some management schools in India as well, which conduct their own management entrance exam to offer admissions into MBA Programs. These Institutes are-
On Question asked by student community
Yes, you can fill the CAT form even if you currently have a backlog. CAT eligibility requires you to be in your final year of graduation or already graduated backlogs don’t stop you from applying.
While filling the form:
Enter the aggregate percentage/CGPA of marks you have obtained up to the latest semester for which results are declared (in your case till 4th semester).
There will be an option to mention that you have a backlog.
If you clear the backlog later, you’ll just need to show the updated marks during admission.
Hello Aspirant,
Yes, you can apply for the CAT exam as a final-year student. You must declare your backlog on the online application form. You do not write about it on the final-year student certificate; that document is to certify your enrollment status. You must clear all backlogs before the final admission process to any MBA college.
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KL- MAT syllabus: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English/Verbal Ability, and General Awareness (similar to MAT/CMAT pattern).
CAT scores are valid in many private universities including KL University, but always check the year’s admission notification.
CAT vs other exams: CAT is toughest (IIMs + top B-schools), while MAT/CMAT/ATMA are relatively easier and accepted by many mid-level private universities.
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You can find the last 5 year questions of DILR for CAT at Careers360 website. Moreover, you can find the previous year papers of all the subjects i.e. DILR, Quants and VARC. I am attaching the link through which you would be able to access the same.
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Sample paper of DILR:
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