Vivekanand Business School (VBS) Chembur Mumbai Answered Questions

The selection criteria for PGDM admission at Vivekanand Business School is based on a unique profile-based selection process. It evaluates applicants on various parameters, such as academic performances, entrance exam scores, performance in personal interview and extracurricular activities. Importance is given to every aspect of the application. The weightage given to various selection parameters is as follows:Weightage of Selection ParametersQualifying Entrance Exam (CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT/GMAT/MAH-CET)40%Academics (Class 12, Class 10, Graduation)25%Personal Interview30%Extracurricular activities (Awards in Sports, Work experience, Competitions at Degree College and above, etc.)5%

Yes, PGDM admissions are open at Vivekanand Business School. The institute is currently accepting applications for PGDM admissions for the academic year 2025-26. Interested candidates can visit the institute's official website to apply. Before applying, they must ensure they meet the preset eligibility criteira for VBS PGDM admission.

Yes, the PGDM fee at Vivekanand Business School (VBS) is payable in four instalments. Each instalment includes various fee components (except hostel fee). The total amount of PGDM fee payable over the entire course duration is INR 9.5 lakh. The following table presents the instalment plan to pay the total fee:Instalment: Time of PaymentAmountInstalment I: Payable at the time of admissionINR 2.6 LakhInstalment II: Payable in November (Semester 2)INR 2.6 LakhInstalment III: Payable in June (at admission to Semester 3)INR 2.15 LakhInstalment IV: Payable in November (Semester 4)INR 2.15 LakhNOTE: The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

VBS PGDM holders have a plethora of career opportunities spanning across diverse industries. They can get placed in a variety of sectors and organisations, some of which are listed below:Finance & Consulting: Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Ernst & Young, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan ChaseTechnology & E-commerce: Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Apple, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, FlipkartBFSI: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra BankManufacturing & Automotive: Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti SuzukiFMCG: Hindustan Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Nestle India

The 2023 placement session concluded with 93% of the batch placed in 350 participating companies. This year, the institute witnessed the participation of 145 new recruiters. The the highest domestic package and the highest international package stood at INR 12 LPA and INR 21.42 LPA, respectively. Further, the average package for Vivekanand Business School placements in 2023 stood at INR 8 LPA. Students can check detail Vivekanand Business School placement stats here.

Yes, VBS reserves seats for candidates belonging to two categories to ensure equality and diversity in each batch. The seat reservation policy followed at the institute is as follows:Seats reserved for Defense Personnel & their children: 9 seatsSeats for Foreign Nationals under Supernumerary Quota: 27 seats (15% of total seats)NOTE: The mentioned information is sourced from official sources. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Vivekanand Business School has a decent record of PGDM placements. In 2024, the the highest and average package offered stood at INR 12.23 LPA and INR 7.40 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of Vivekanand Business School placements for the PGDM Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)the highest packageINR 12 LPA (Domestic)INR 21.42 LPA (International)INR 12.23 LPAAverage packageINR 8 LPAINR 7.40 LPATotal recruiters350350Placement rate93%81%

Yes, Vivekanand Business School (VBS) provides various scholarships to PGDM students.  Some of these scholarships are listed below:VES Trust Financial Assistance Scheme (Samarthan): Financial aid for students emerging from an underprivileged backgroundSpecial Encouragement Awards: Celebrating academic and extracurricular excellence, with special recognition for top performers and all-round achieversInternational Scholarship Scheme: Funding of up to INR 50 Lacs provided to two students each from five PGDM specialisations (Marketing, Banking & Finance, Operations, Human Resources, and Business Analytics) for global exposure through International Exchange Programme (covers travel, accommodation, food, and course fees)

The VBS PGDM course structure is based on the semester pattern. PGDM is a two-year programme, further divided into four semesters. The subjects included in the curriculum vary across the choice of specialisation. The institute offers six specialisations under the PGDM course. Various add-on certification courses are also offered along with the PGDM. A three-month Summer Internship Programme is also included in the course structure. It allows students to practice the real-life application of the theoretical knowledge.

As per the latest report, Vivekanand Business School concluded the placement drive for the PGDM batch passed out in 2024 with 81% placement rate. The key highlights of Vivekanand Business School placements for the PGDM Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)the highest packageINR 12 LPA (Domestic)INR 21.42 LPA (International)INR 12.23 LPAAverage packageINR 8 LPAINR 7.40 LPATotal recruiters350350Placement rate93%81%