Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi Answered Questions

The eligibility criteria to seek direct admission for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) course at CUSAT is a Bachelor's degree in any subject with a minimum of 50% or equivalent CGPA grade, and a valid score in any one of the Management Aptitude Tests - KMAT of Kerala or C-MAT of AICTE or CAT of IIMs, followed by marks in the Group Discussion and Personal Interview to be conducted by the School of Management Studies, CUSAT. For Executive MBA, candidates should have at least 2 years of work experience (after graduation) in an executive/ managerial/ professional/ entrepreneurial role.

No, counselling is not required for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) at CUSAT. The admission process involves a valid score in any one of the management aptitude tests (KMAT, CMAT, or CAT) followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

B.Tech in Safety and Fire Engineering at CUSAT is chosen for its:
1. Lucrative placements in both public and private sectors
2. Curriculum that covers topics such as fire dynamics, safety engineering, and risk assessment
3. Industry collaborations, ensuring the curriculum is relevant and up-to-date
4. Specialized laboratories and facilities for hands-on training
5. Career opportunities in various sectors, including construction and government agencies
6. Experienced faculty members
7. Record number of placements in dream category companies, with salary packages ranging from 8-15 lakhs per annum.

To get a seat in CUSAT for B.Tech. in Safety and Fire Engineering, candidates must pass the Higher Secondary Examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as optional subjects, securing a minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics and 50% marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry put together. Candidates belonging to Kerala Scheduled Caste (KSC) and Kerala Scheduled Tribes (KST) are eligible with minimum pass marks.

Yes, CUSAT provides placements for B.Tech. in Safety and Fire Engineering. The course has a decent placement record, with companies offering CTCs between 4 and 22 LPA, and the majority of students getting placed at around 10 LPA packages. Some of the top recruiters include Infosys, TCS, and Cisco. Additionally, the course is considered one of the top 3 branches in CUSAT, and it has a good reputation in the industry. However, it's worth noting that the placements may vary from year to year, and it's always a good idea to check with the university or the placement cell for the most up-to-date information.

| Fee Category | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Arts Fee | ₹450.00 |
| Campus Radio | ₹530.00 |
| Caution Deposit | ₹1,580.00 |
| Co-curricular fees | ₹170.00 |
| Lab fee per semester | ₹650.00 |
| Library fee per semester | ₹270.00 |
| Medical Inspection Fee | ₹110.00 |
| Quasi fee | ₹270.00 |
| RFID card issuance/reissuance | ₹320.00 |
| Sports Fee | ₹560.00 |
| Stationery Fees | ₹500.00 |
| Students Aid Fund | ₹210.00 |
| University Union fee | ₹450.00 |

Yes, private companies hire from B.Tech. in Safety and Fire Engineering at CUSAT. Some of the companies that came for placements include L&T, Tata projects, Cairn oil and gas, Adani gas, Reliance energy, Vedanta mining, and Gail, offering packages ranging from 4-15 LPA.

Yes, CUSAT offers admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) course without meeting the 60% eligibility requirement in PCM. The eligibility criteria for MBA admission at CUSAT is a bachelor's degree in any subject with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA, and a valid score in any one of the management aptitude tests such as KMAT, CMAT, or CAT, followed by group discussion and personal interview.