Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Bangalore

Choosing between the Executive MBA programs at Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru and Christ University Bangalore depends on various factors such as your career goals, financial considerations, and personal preferences.

 some points to consider:

Rankings and Ratings: According to some student reviews, SIBM Bengaluru’s Executive MBA programme has been rated 3.4 out of 5, while Christ University Bangalore’s Executive MBA programme has been rated 4.6 out of 5.

Fees: The fees for the Executive MBA programme at SIBM Bengaluru is higher than that at Christ University Bangalore.

The per annum fees of SIBM Bengaluru is Rs 9,92,000/- and the per annum fees of Christ University Bangalore is  Rs 4.75 Lacs (first year).

Alumni Network and Placements: Both institutions have a strong alumni network and good placement records. You might want to reach out to alumni or current students to get a better understanding of the placement scenario and the kind of roles offered.

Curriculum and Specializations: You should also consider the curriculum and the specializations offered by both institutions. 

Faculty and Infrastructure: The quality of faculty and infrastructure are also important factors to consider.

The Executive MBA programme at Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru is designed for working executives seeking to advance their careers.

some details:-

Duration: The programme is a 2-year course.

Eligibility: A graduate from any recognised University/Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes) at graduation level. A minimum of one-year full-time work experience after graduation in a Registered Firm/ Company/ Industry/ Educational/ Government/ Autonomous Organizations.

Intake: The total intake is 30 students.

Reservation: Within the sanctioned intake, 15% of the intake is reserved for SC candidates, 7.5% of the intake is reserved for ST candidates, and 3% of the intake is reserved for differently-abled candidates.

Program Fee: The academic fees per annum is? 2,50,000 and the institute deposit (refundable) is? 10,000.

Selection Process: Selection to this programme will be based on applicants’ performance in the Personal Interaction (PI) process conducted by SIBM Bengaluru.

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru accepts the scores of the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Computer Based Test (CBT) for admission to its MBA program. The selection process includes the SNAP test score, followed by Group Exercise, Personal Interaction, and Writing Ability Test (GE-PIWAT).

The admission to these programs is based on the performance of a candidate in the SNAP test and Group Exercise – Personal Interaction (GE-PI) process. The weights for the final merit list for admission are as follows:

SNAP Score out of 60: 50 marks

Group Exercise (GE): 10 marks

Personal Interaction (PI): 40 marks

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru offers scholarships to students who have an outstanding academic record and also to those who require financial assistance. 

Some scholarship are:-

Post Graduate (MBA) scholarships for IIT Graduates: This scholarship provides a 20% fee waiver for five IIT students.

University Scholarship: This includes merit-based PG Scholarships, Jayatee Deshmukh PG Scholarship for a Girl Student, Malhotra Weikfield Foundation Scholarship for MBA-IB, Alumni Scholarship for first rank in MBA-IB, and Alumni Scholarship for second rank in MBA-IB.

Scholarship Policy of Symbiosis Society Foundation for Symbiosis International University: The candidate who scores above distinction in SNAP Entrance Test gets a 50% concession in fees.

To avail these scholarships, you should apply for them during your application process for the MBA programme at SIBM Bengaluru. The scholarships are usually awarded based on merit and/or financial need

The fee structure for various courses at Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru is as follows:

Master of Business Administration (MBA):

Academic Fees (Per Annum):? 9,92,000

Institute Deposit (Refundable):? 20,000

Hostel and Mess Fees (Per Annum):? 94,500

Hostel Deposit (Refundable):? 15,000

Hostel Fees (Per Annum):? 1,48,500

Note: Hostel and Mess fees can be increased up to 10% each year.

MBA for International Students:

Academic Fees (Per Annum): $19,000

Institute Deposit (Refundable): $275

Administrative Fees (Non Refundable): $275

Mess Fees (Per Annum): $625

Hostel Deposit (Refundable): $200

Hostel Fees (Per Annum): $650

Both Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Bengaluru and Christ University Bangalore are well-regarded institutions, and the choice between the two may depend on specific factors such as the course of interest, faculty, location, campus facilities, placements, and more. Now it's your choice which one are you going to prefer.

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Bengaluru:

Ranked 49 out of 281 colleges in India in 2022 by India Today.

Ranked 54 out of 200 colleges in India in 2024 by Outlook.

Ranked 68 out of 120 colleges in India in 2023 by IIRF.

The highest CTC offered was INR 21 LPA and the average CTC stood at INR 13.48 LPA.

Christ University, Bangalore:

Ranked 67 out of 200 colleges in India in 2023 by NIRF.

Ranked 60 in Management category by NIRF.

Ranked 4 out of 178 colleges in India in 2021 by India Today.

Ranked 601-650 in the QS Asia University Rankings 2022