MBA/PGDM

There won't be a so-called "Management Quota" for applicants at GIBS Business School whereby an applicant pays a little extra fee (like a donation) or gets in without going through the usual application process of taking an admission test or an interview. All qualified applicants for admission (i.e. through the entrance exam or direct evaluation) will be treated fairly in the same manner with respect to the admissions process, which is strictly based on merit.

The following is how all regular admissions work (for all applicants):

• You submit your application and provide academic records and (for PGDM/MBA) a valid score for any of the entrance tests (i.e. CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA/GMAT) to GIBS.
• All applications are screened by GIBS based on academic records/test scores/overall application profile.
•  Those who are shortlisted will be invited for the selection process, which typically includes a Group Discussion/Personal Interview to assess the candidate's communication skills, clarity of thought, career goals and fit for the program.
•  Based on an overall evaluation of the candidate's scoring on the interview/test scores/academics and overall application profile, final admission decisions will be made.

When you hear the terms "Direct Admission", "Merit Seat", "Institutional Seat", they mean that:

•  An applicant must go through all of the above processes to qualify.
•  An applicant who does not have a certain test score may be evaluated through the same review processes for academic
• records/interview performance/overall application.
• An applicant will go through all of the above evaluations and processes to qualify for admission.

The academic atmosphere at GIBS Business School is defined by a balanced combination of structure and support for student development through discipline, workload, and student development. Discipline is instilled in students through a carefully developed curriculum that includes regularly scheduled classes, timely submission of assignments, and continuous evaluation through various forms of assignment-based evaluation (quizzes, presentations, etc.) and case discussion. The amount of work given is purposeful in accordance with industry standards and combines theoretical learning with projects and practical applications, group assignments, and realistic business-related problem-solving activities designed to keep students engaged and help them transition into the workforce while not overwhelming them. Faculty and mentors have open access to students to support their success and provide ongoing help in clearing up academic doubts and providing individual guidance to students regarding both performance-related feedback and career advice. This supportive environment allows students to more easily navigate potential academic difficulties while developing confidence as students. In conclusion, the supportive academic environment is characterized by rigorous academic standards, but the faculty and staff support students in honing their learning skills and developing collaboration skills as well, as they learn both in and out of classrooms.