SDA Bocconi Asia Center Powai Mumbai Answered Questions

In the SDA Bocconi Asia Center placement season for the 2024 batch, a total number of 115 companies participated in the process showcasing a wide range of sectors including IT/Finance/Consulting/Research/Analytics. The highest and average package offered was INR 36.28 LPA and INR 13.74 LPA, respectively.

No, the cutoff for SDA Bocconi Asia Center has not been released yet for 2024. However, it is speculated that the NMAT cutoff will remain around 200 for the IMB program similar to previous years.The institute offers PG and Certificate courses in Business & Management Studies with specialisations including Entrepreneurship.

Yes, you can Join SDA Bocconi Asia Center without appearing in the CAT exam for an MBA. The institution accepts various entrance exams for admission including NMAT, GMAT, and GRE. Candidates are evaluated on the basis of overall profile, not on a single exam like CAT.

Officially, SDA Bocconi Asia Center does not declare any NMAT cut off for its MBA. But to become competitive, one needs to have a score above 200 on the NMAT. Though there is no fixed cut off, a higher score gives an immense benefit in getting the admission call. Along with the NMAT score, other factors are also kept under consideration in the admission process- academic record, work experience, and results of the personal interview. Of course, the cut-point each year would depend on the applicant pool at the time, but the overall profile is what really ensures gaining admission.

SDA Bocconi Asia Center does not have a class cut-off for its International Master in Business equivalent to an MBA. But there is a holistic evaluation based on the academic record, test scores, work experience, and personal interview. A score of more than 600 in GMAT is usually considered competitive. CAT scores of 90+ percentiles can also be considered. There is also the Bocconi Test, and while there's no fixed cutoff, it's really an overall profile, leadership potential, and fit for the program, so just test scores are not considered here, either.

International Master in Business- equivalent of an MBA from SDA Bocconi Asia Center, which does not have seat allocation but takes between 150 to 200 students in a single batch. Candidacy is on a very competitive basis, as it considers undergraduate performance, work experience, and entrance test performance-an example is the Bocconi Test, GMAT, or GRE-and personal interview for selection purposes. In doing so, the program aims to maintain a diverse cohort of students with various academic and professional backgrounds that would foster a global learning environment.

The MBA application fee at SDA Bocconi Asia Center is around INR 2,000 for the International Master in Business program. This is a non-refundable application fee and includes processing of the application: assessment of credentials, entrance exam scores from either GMAT or GRE and Bocconi Test, along with other application materials. Applicants can submit their applications via the center's online portal. The fee is paid at the application stage. One needs to visit the official website to note that the fee is slightly different due to certain requirements during the admission cycle.

The top recruiters for MBA graduates at the SDA Bocconi Asia Center are big multinationals of worldwide repute in industry sectors. Deloitte, EY, Accenture, PwC, J.P. Morgan, HUL, ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Group, KPMG, and Infosys are significant recruiters for specific kinds of roles in consulting, finance, marketing, strategy, and operations. Such a strong academic background and international reputation combined with the focus on leadership and innovation make the center a sought-after hiring ground for large corporates. But that's not all; the Bocconi brand and its vast alumni network can make all the difference in graduate careers.

The SDA Bocconi Asia Center in Mumbai caters to a variety of programs mainly under the umbrella of management education. The flagship offering is the International Master in Business or IMB, equivalent to an MBA and consists of one semester at SDA Bocconi in Milan. The other courses comprise executive education programs for professionals, which include customized corporate training programs for companies and working executives on the Executive Masters in Business. The Center also has open programs lasting from short periods up to a year as well as custom programs tailor-made to specific business needs. All the courses are made to provide a global exposure with a strong focus on leadership and innovation.

Eligibility Criteria  The eligibility criteria for the certificate courses by SDA Bocconi Asia Center differ for programs. Generally, candidates should have at least 2-5 years of professional experience depending on the course they wish to take.It requires having an undergraduate degree from a recognized institution.A minimum score in GMAT or GRE or Bocconi Test is advised but not required for some programs.The candidates to be selected will exhibit leadership and strategic thinking and will want to enhance their career.English skills, where applicable, might also be required, depending on the candidate's background and education not being in English.