ASM's Institute of International Business and Research (IIBR)

ASM has quite a host of well-esteemed programs through its Institute of International Business and Research (IIBR). However, the best of them is a matter of individual choice based on the career goals and interests.

 For among all courses available, MBA and PGDM attract most of the interest due to aligning the programs' curricula with industry practice, dual specialisation options, and opportunities for an international internship

 Certification along with institutions such as TimesPro and IIMBX adds the extra professional edge for students. The graduates seek primarily the MBA programme because it is complemented in the fields of marketing, finance, human resources, and global management, which gives a diversified source for career avenues to students.

They are constrained by the deadlines specific to courses and admission sessions, although the institute takes applications on rolling basis for its programs.

 In this case, the applications for the PGDM and MBA programs stand open for the year 2024 in the academic session, therefore it is recommended to prospective students to apply at the earliest possible time in order to secure their seats and to take part in the selection process. Well, basically it was on the basis of CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT scores and also on the basis of Class 10, Class 12, and graduation academic performances along with group discussion and personal interview.

 Some very competitive programs have unique inputs like dual specialization, global internships, and enhanced value certification.

It is most apt that for the most accurate and detailed timeline, one should confirm with the institution directly or keep checking for updates instead of missing deadlines.

ASM has come a long way as a good institution for an MBA- pursuing career and the Institute of International Business and Research is one of its branches across Pune.

Courses offered by the institution are approved AICTE curricula and have specializations in marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management. The institution also provides some value-added certifications in Six Sigma, digital marketing, analytics among others for excellent industry relevance.

There is a concept of experiential learning encouraged by IIBR through industrial visits, live projects and guest lectures delivered by industry professionals. Faculty consists of a good mix of veteran academicians and industry experts and infuses a lot of depth into learning. The institute also has a placement cell that is quite good as companies like TCS, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Amazon visit the campus for placements. Average packages are between ?4-6 LPA, but higher ones are offered for specialised roles.

The tuition fee for completing two-year MBA at ASM's Institute of International Business and Research (IIBR), Pune, comes to around INR 7.5 lakhs.

This fee will cover tuition and examination fees, personality development programs, industrial visits, and several components of other value-added activities.

 The institute would also contribute modern infrastructure like a Wi-Fi-enabled campus, seminar halls, an auditorium, and much more in its support for student learning. It offers AICTE-approved programme covering various specializations such as marketing, HR, finance, and digital marketing.

The institute provides many scholarship opportunities for students to assist those in need. 

ASM Institute of International Business and Research, located in Pune, is known for its excellent placement activities with reputed companies recruiting through the institute.

 The placement cell is quite active with facilitating not only national placements but international internship opportunities that aid students in getting global exposure, hence becoming more competitive in the job market. Major recruiters of IIBR include not only Indian conglomerates but also multinationals such as Google, Oracle, HDFC Bank, Accenture, Infosys, Tata Group to mention a few, and these carry important placement opportunities for students in diverse sectors.

 Apart from its placement activities, it has fully-equipped workshops, mock interviews, and training sessions to increase employability at the placement cell.