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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University

IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University

Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh | Established in 2000 | Approved/Accredited by UGC | Private | NIRF Rank: #99 MBAUniverse.com Rank: #35 MBAUniverse.com Grade: AA+

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Last Updated on October 23, 2024 by Prof. SK Agarwal
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Program Highlight

IFMR Graduate School of Business at Krea University, Sri City offers flagship 2 years full time MBA program. The MBA degree is awarded by the UGC recognized Krea University. The Full-time MBA program at IFMR GSB provides quality management education with a strong foundation in Finance. 

With support from its strong industry network, IFMR GSB updates its MBA curriculum as per industry demand. IFMR pedagogy is based on experiential learning with case studies, industry visits, summer internships. The business school hosted over 50 interactive sessions with leading practitioners from various domains. Students are provided a vibrant intellectual foundation of theory, knowledge, skills and perspectives that is further enriched by unique interwoven approach. The primary objective of the IFMR MBA program is to facilitate students to become successful managers.

IFMR has diverse faculty pool. The faculty is trained at reputed universities in India (IIMs, IITs, and others) and abroad (US, UK and Europe). 75% of the faculty hold PhD degrees, and many others have rich industry experience and offer experiential learning to the students. The student to faculty ratio of the MBA Program is 12:1. IFMR GSB Student Committee is a perfect blend of freshers and students with industry experience. Students have various educational background and cultural diversity.  

ParticularsDetails
Program TypeMBA/PGDM
Program NameMaster of Business Administration (MBA)
Residential/Non-ResidentialResidential
Specialization OfferedMarketing, Finance, Human Resource, Operations, IT & Information Systems, MBA Specializations
Duration24 Month
Mode of StudyFull Time
Seats240
FeesRs. 19.06 Lakhs
Average SalaryRs. 13.06 Lakhs
Approved/Accredited byUGC
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Rankings

PublisherRank YearRank
NIRF2024#99
MBAUniverse.com2024#35
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Curriculum

IFMR GSB offers 22 core and approximately 55 elective courses during the two-year MBA program, spanning 8 disciplines. IFMR GSB at Krea University provides a vibrant intellectual foundation of theory, knowledge, skills and perspectives to its students. Enriched by the unique ‘Interwoven Learning’ approach of Krea University, IFMR GSB focuses on endowing students with critical, abstractive, analytical, quantitative, integrative and ethical thinking. 

The MBA specializations, offered at IFMR GSB, include Data Science & Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources, Marketing Management, Operations Management and Strategic Management. The specializations are offered jointly with the support of the industry professionals in curriculum design and delivery. The Finance, IT and Operations streams prepare students to work as Analysts, Consultants, and Managers for IT, Banking and Financial Services. Human Resources and Marketing students find attractive opportunities in the corporate and banking sectors. The Quantitative Finance specialization prepares students for a career in investment banking, securities trading, quantitative modeling, risk management, financial consulting, and applied research.

During the Summer break between the first and second year, students undergo a Summer Internship in a private or public organization for 8-10 weeks. 

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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Eligibility

IFMR GSB KREA University MBA Eligibility Criteria have following salient points: 

Age: For MBA Admission 2025, Applicants should have been born on/after 1st January 1998  

Academic Eligibility: 

  • A candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration, with a consistent good academic record with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in class 10, 12 and graduation 
  • The candidate should have taken/registered for CAT 2023-2024/XAT 2024-25/CMAT 2025/NMAT 2024 or GMAT/GRE (GMAT & GRE (taken on / after 1st January 2023).
  • A candidate appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results is also eligible to apply for IFMR GSB Admission 2025 
  • Graduates of full time degree course and candidates in the final year of the undergraduate degree can apply. Candidates from ODL (Open and Distance Learning) institutions are also eligible to apply as per the UGC policy and notification

Work Experience: 

  • Work experience is NOT mandatory
  • Fresh graduates as well as candidates with work experience are eligible. 
  • Those with work experience should have less than or equal to 3 years of experience as on 1st December 2024. 
  • The Full-time work experience up to 36 months ONLY will receive credit during evaluation of application. 

University Toppers Exempted from Submitting Competitive Exam Score: Graduates of the top 200 universities recognised by the NIRF, who have been placed within the top 20 ranks of their degree program are exempted from submitting their competitive examination scores.

EligibilityDetails
Education RequirementsBachelor's Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
Exam AcceptedCAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, GMAT, GRE
Work Experience-
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Seats

Total Number of Seats: 240
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Fees

 Fees ComponentAmount
Tuition FeeRs. 14.56 Lakhs
Hostel FeeRs. 4.10 Lakhs
Other ChargesRs. 40.00 Thousand
Total FeesRs. 19.06 Lakhs
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IFMR Graduate School of Business Krea University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Admission Process

Application Status: Closed

IFMR Krea University Admission Eligibility: Following are the key points prescribed as per the IFMR Krea University Eligibility criteria to apply for MBA Admission 2025:

  • Applicants should have been born on/after 1st January 1998.   
  • Candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration, with a consistent good academic record with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in class 10, 12 and graduation 
  • Candidate appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination is also eligible to apply for IFMR GSB Admission 2025. 
  • Fresh graduates as well as candidates with maximum 3 years of work experience are eligible. 

IFMR Krea University Exam Accepted for Admission 2025: For MBA 2025-27 batch Admission, IFMR GSB Krea University will accept following MBA entrance exam score:

MBA Entrance Exam Accepted
Exam Year
Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs
2023 and 2024
Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) Conducted by XLRI
2024 and 2025
Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) conducted by NTA
2025
NMAT conducted by GMAC
2024
Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) conducted GMAC
2023, 2024, 2025
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) conducted by ETS
2023, 2024, 2025

Graduates of the top 200 universities recognised by the NIRF, who have been placed within the top 20 ranks of their degree program are exempted from submitting their competitive examination scores for IFMR Krea University MBA Admission.
 
IFMR Krea University Applications: IFMR Krea University Applications for admission 2025 can be submitted online. The application fee at IFMR GSB is Rs.1500/- and is non-refundable. Application fee should be paid through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking. The Application form is available at IFMR GSB website and is an applicant friendly form

IFMR GSB MBA Admission Shortlisting Criteria: IFMR will shortlist the candidates for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the eligible candidates who have a valid entrance exam score and have applied to the MBA programme of IFMR Graduate School of Business. The admissions committee shortlists applicants for the selection process, taking into consideration, the applicant’s past academic performance, entrance test scores, and a passion for excellence demonstrated even in non-academic endeavor such as sports (represented country, state or district/ University/ College/ School), Debate, Drama, Moot Court, NCC (but not NSS) volunteering, activism etc.(of a corresponding level). Those with track record in these areas get a relaxation with regard to cut off scores, provided they are otherwise eligible, and capable

IFMR Krea University Cut Off: IFMR applies cut off in academics as well as in competitive exams to shortlist best fit candidates for final selection round as below:

IFMR Krea University Cut off for Academics

Parameters
Cut off & Eligibility Requirement
Class X Marks
60%
Class XII Marks
60%
Bachelor’s Degree Marks
60%
Work Experience
Not Mandatory, but can be between 0-36 months

      Source: IFMR GSB

IFMR Krea University MBA Cut off for Entrance Exams

MBA Entrance Exam
Expected Cut off
IFMR Krea University CAT Score Cut Off 2023/2024
75
XAT Cut off 2024/2025
80
NMAT 2024 Score cut off
222 (Score in NMAT exam)
CMAT 2025 Score cut off
To be Announced
GMAT Cut off (Taken after Jan 1, 2023)
Score of 650
GRE Cut off (Taken after Jan 1, 2023)
Score of 310


IFMR Krea University MBA Final Selection Process: IFMR Krea University final selection process comprises the Personal Interview round. Personal Interviews will be conducted Online. In-person interviews will also be conducted in Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune, Indore, Delhi, Jaipur and Nagpur. The PI process will be conducted from February 2025 to May 2025, depending upon your application submission date and shortlist status. After the PI round, admission offers are made by IFMR GSB to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in entrance exam, performance in PI round, academics, Work Experience among others

IFMR Krea University Last Date to apply for admission 2025: IFMR Krea University MBA application process is open from October 4, 2024. IFMR GSB offers multiple opportunities to the candidates to apply for MBA admission. After the close of round-1 of IFMR Krea University application process, the next round will open. Before you submit your application, check for the respective time line as below:

Application & Admission Timeline
Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

Round 4

Application opens
                     October 4, 2024
Application closes
30 January 2025

27 February, 2025

30 March, 2025

30 April, 2025

Interviews Registration
05 & 06 February, 2025

04 & 05 March, 2025

03 & 04 April, 2025

05 & 06 May, 2025

Interview dates
09-11 February, 2025

09-11 March, 2025

08-09 April, 2025

09-11 May, 2025

Registration, orientation and classes begin
        First week of July, 2025

Exam Accepted

CAT
XAT
CMAT
NMAT
GMAT
GRE

How to Apply

IFMR GSB Krea University MBA application process for admission 2025 is as below

  • IFMR MBA Application for Admission 2025 should be submitted online. 
  • The application fee at IFMR GSB is Rs.1500/- and is non-refundable
  • Application fee should be paid through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking
  • The Application form is available at IFMR GSB website and is an applicant friendly form
     

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates have to participate in Final Selection PI Round. The writing skills of applicants will be assessed using their scores on the relevant sections of the qualifying examination (CAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT/GRE/GMAT) as well as the quality of writing displayed in their application forms. IFMR MBA Selection criteria at Final stage is based on Exam Score, Performance in selection process, academic performance & work experience. Personal Interviews will be conducted Online. In-person interviews will also be conducted in Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune, Indore, Delhi, Jaipur and Nagpur. The PI process will be conducted from February 2025 to May 2025, depending upon your application submission date and shortlist status.

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YearAverage SalaryMedian SalaryHighest SalaryBatch Placed
2022Rs. 11.21 LakhsRs. 11.09 LakhsRs. 19.64 Lakhs100%
2023Rs. 13.50 LakhsRs. 13.10 LakhsRs. 22.90 Lakhs100%
2024Rs. 13.06 LakhsRs. 13.04 LakhsRs. 21.74 Lakhs100%

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Exam Accepted and Cut offs

ExamPercentile | Score/Maximum Score
CAT75%
XAT80%
CMAT720/400
NMAT220/360
GMAT600/800
GRE310/340
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