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IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB)
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Date of birth of the applicants should be January 1, 2008 or later
Applicants must have studied in the English Medium and obtained at least 60% marks [overall] in both Class X and Class XII, with at least 60% in Mathematics in Class X; this could be from the Boards – IB, IGCSE, ICSE, CBSE, or State Boards.
A student who has not been assessed by any of the above-listed Boards in Class X and is directly pursuing IB as a four-year programme after middle school will not be eligible to apply for 2027 admission unless such a student has already completed IB in 2026 or earlier. Such a student must have qualified in IB with a grade of at least 4 in Math.
In Class X, regardless of the board, the student’s marks will be considered from Math, English and three other non-overlapping subjects. (One of them could be a language other than English). If the student has written more than three subjects, we will use the best three, along with Math and English, to check for eligibility based on 60% criterion.
In Class XII, the student’s marks will be considered in three subjects (Math is not required, but it can be one of the three) other than English or any other Language. English/Language marks are not included when checking eligibility under the 60% criterion for class XII.
Students who have not qualified in Math with 60% in class X in any of the above boards can qualify based on a SAT score of at least 600 in Math.
Yes, anyone who completed class XII in 2026 is also eligible to apply to our programme.
Applicants must have at least one of these four:
All applicants born on or after 1 January 2008, are eligible to apply.
No. IFMR GSB does not have any quota system. Admissions are based purely on merit.
Aspirants can apply by clicking on “APPLY NOW” button on our website.
The non-refundable application fee of INR 1,500/- is to be paid using Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking, through our application portal before final submission of the application form.
For more details, kindly refer to the Admissions Schedule
You can apply through a single application form even if you have taken multiple entrance tests / competitive
exams.
All supporting documents are to be submitted while filling the application itself.
IFMR GSB will admit up to 120 students to the IMBA 2027-30-32 batch. However, the School is under no compulsion to fill all 120 seats. Offers will be made ONLY to deserving high-quality applicants.
No, students may apply only once in the current Admissions cycle. Any duplication of an application across rounds will result in its disqualification.
No, offline applications are not accepted. Please visit our website to access the online application form.
Academic scores for standard IX, X, XI and XII need to be submitted.
We have a uniquely curated program with a sequence of courses that involve prerequisites. Therefore, students from other Universities with a different curriculum would not be able to meet our requirements.
So, we do not have a provision for lateral entry or credit transfer.
You can post your queries in the portal, or you can write to us at [email protected]
Krea University has a unique Interwoven Learning approach that weaves creativity and action, arts and sciences, and theory and practice to prepare students to deal with the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. IFMR GSB offers an Integrated MBA, an MBA and customised programmes for executives.
IFMR GSB offers an unparalleled educational opportunity that is, at once, comprehensive and interwoven; brings together faculty and students with diverse talents and backgrounds; and fosters learning that supports employability and lifelong learning. What sets the IFMR GSB MBA programme apart is its interdisciplinary focus, with courses in design thinking, ethics, communication, and a capstone business simulation, which aim to prepare students to be ethical, reflective, effective, and professional.
The Master of Business Administration [MBA] programme was born in the USA.
In the USA, the MBA is a channel for those already employed in Junior Management for three or more years to move into Middle Management or across functions, domains, or geographies. However, in India, half the MBA cohort does not have any prior work experience;
Yet, we in India have adopted the American curriculum.
Such adoption directly affects the MBA’s fit with the organisation.
Recruiters across campuses report that 75% of MBAs without prior work experience quit their first job within the first year. In contrast, this figure [first-year attrition rate] is only 25% for those with two years of experience before their MBA.
Research shows that such high attrition among MBAs without prior work experience is traceable to the culture shock upon moving from the college campus to the work environment. [Incidentally, this also takes place among graduates fresh out of engineering college]
While training to be a Physician, [medical college] students undergo pre-clinical and para-clinical courses in their classrooms and laboratories. From their 3rd year onward, they undertake clinical practice in departments such as General Medicine, Surgery, and Paediatrics. Therefore, medical students do not experience such culture shock.
Indeed, this practice is common in professions like law and chartered accountancy.
Hence, there is a need for a four- to five-year program to train students in business management that combines classroom instruction, laboratory work, internships, and applied projects.
The Integrated Program in [Business] Management fulfils these needs.
Originally, IFMR stood for the Institute for Financial Management and Research.
While we have expanded our scope [beyond Finance] to all management functions, we retain our thrust on research.
So, when we decided to launch our integrated programme, we conducted extensive research to identify gaps in MBA curricula in India. Toward this end, we surveyed businesspersons and our alums [from our first 10 batches].
We discussed the survey results in our faculty council and then articulated the expectations of businesspersons and alums regarding specific aspects of knowledge, information, skills, attitudes, and values.
We also benchmarked the top 10 undergraduate business programmes in the USA.
Considering the two above, we developed the curriculum for our integrated programme, comprising a bachelor’s component and a master’s component, as well as multiple internships and application projects.
Our programme is eclectic and draws on other disciplines such as law, philosophy, science, and public administration. We draw upon faculty resources from our sister organisation, the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences.
Thus, our integrated programme is unique and offers superior value for your time, effort, and money.
IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB) now offers the two-year MBA degree under the auspices of Krea University. Earlier, it offered a successful PGDM programme as a standalone B-School, starting in 2000. Krea University was established in 2017 as a state private university recognised by the University Grants Commission and the government of the state of Andhra Pradesh. Krea University, sponsored by IFMR Society, aims to help humanity prepare for a predictable world by developing a view of the future through rigorous interdisciplinary research and management education.
IFMR Graduate School of Business, Sri City, India, has been accredited by SAQS (South Asian Quality Assurance System). SAQS is an international system of strategic audit and accreditation designed to assess institutions across widely different national contexts. It is a globally benchmarked system for Mentoring, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance and Accreditation.
The SAQS accreditation is awarded by The Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA), an international not-for-profit association, and is a “SAARC Recognised Body”.
Krea University comprises two schools: the IFMR Graduate School of Business (IFMR GSB) and the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS). IFMR GSB offers an Integrated MBA, an MBA, and customised programmes for executives. SIAS currently offers BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons) degrees across the Arts, Sciences, Humanities and Business.
The student-to-faculty ratio at IFMR GSB is 7:1
Yes. Krea University is governed by UGC norms.
During the third students choose their concentration [one of the following three] and the courses are based on the same.
During the fifth year, students choose electives from the following Areas – Communications, Data Science & Information Systems, Economics, Finance & Accounting, Quantitative Finance, Marketing, OB & HR, Operations, and Strategic Management.
Students need to achieve a CGPA of 7.5 on a 10-point scale and undergo an interview to be selected for the MBA.
Students with a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale can apply as external candidates by taking the CAT exam.
Students who are not selected for an MBA in either of these two channels will be awarded only a bachelor’s degree in business administration, subject to meeting the UGC requirements.
No, students don’t have to declare their concentration. They decide their third-year concentration in the last trimester of the second year.
Similarly, students choose electives in their fifth year [i.e. second year of MBA]
For the first three years, the Tuition fee is Rupees Five Lakhs (5 Lakhs) per annum. After that, the Tuition fee for the MBA programme is Rupees eight Lakhs (8 Lakhs) per annum and is subject to revision. Currently, the living expenses are Rupees Two Lakhs Twenty-five Thousand (2.25 Lakhs) per annum. This is subject to revision based on inflation and any changes in the scope of services.
For the detailed fee structure, please click here.
IFMR GSB facilitates students to avail educational loans from leading banks/NBFCs.
For more details, please refer to https://krea.edu.in/financial-aid/financial-imba/
No. Our Integrated MBA is a nascent programme and of very limited size. We do not provide scholarships.
The world-class campus on 40 acres has air-conditioned classrooms, Wi-Fi coverage, an ATM, and a health centre. The other facilities include air-conditioned hostel rooms, a laundromat, a convenience store, a fitness studio, a student lounge, a student hub with indoor games, a snack vending machine, a unisex salon, a basketball court, a futsal grass turf and cricket nets.
IFMR GSB Sri City campus is an academic Centre of Excellence in the midst of global organisations setting up world-class manufacturing plants in Sri City to cater to the Indian and export markets. These include Alstom, Kobelco, Danieli, Colgate, Cadbury, PepsiCo, Kellogg’s Isuzu Motors, and a large number of Japanese, American and European corporations.
The world-class campus on 40 acres has air-conditioned classrooms, Wi-Fi coverage, an ATM, and a health centre. The other facilities include air-conditioned hostel rooms, a laundromat, a convenience store, a fitness studio, a student lounge, a student hub with indoor games, a snack vending machine, a unisex salon, a basketball court, a futsal grass turf and cricket nets.
A 1650 sq ft fitness studio for boys and girls, and indoor games [such as table tennis] are available. Facilities are provided for yoga, cricket, football, volleyball, and more to help students unwind and relax after assignments and lectures. An open-air auditorium and other recreational facilities have also been set up.
A beautiful body of water, a walkway, and ample greenery make the campus aesthetically and physically soothing. The entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled. Complete security and safety are built in as basic requirements. Plans are being implemented to make the campus not only a higher education institution but also a vibrant ecosystem.
Yes
IFMR has state-of-the-art facilities for students and faculty on a Wi-Fi-enabled campus with high-bandwidth connectivity. A world-class campus spread over 135 acres offers students access to multimedia-enabled, air-conditioned classrooms equipped with labs for simulated and real trading on the NSE, with live feeds. In addition to this, the HT Parekh Library in the campus facilitates electronic journal access, apart from books and multimedia and is proudly recognised as a World Bank repository.
Other facilities include an ATM, launderettes, hostel rooms on a twin-sharing basis with attached bath & geyser, dedicated TV rooms, a mess, a QSR and an Indian fast-food outlet, and a store for stationery items, soft drinks, packed snacks, and personal care products.
UKIYO is a Japanese term meaning “floating world”, meaning a mindset of living in the present moment. This is the title of our flagship event. Spread over two days, it has sports, cultural events and stalls where students sell products and services. While it is hosted entirely by the students of this program, we welcome participants from all programmes of the University.
We are strongly committed to creating a safe and secure campus for our students. The campus is enclosed by well-lit perimeter fencing topped with barbed wire, and all access gates, including pathways, are staffed 24×7 by security personnel. There are CCTV cameras and recording systems installed in critical areas around campus for students’ safety. All external personnel and visitors are issued ID cards, and all vehicles are checked during entry and exit. In addition, all campus fire and security measures are overseen by retired senior personnel from the Police and Armed Forces. The security team at Krea also works proactively with the local police to provide a safe environment for students in the immediate vicinity of the campus.
The admin office of Krea University is in Chennai, and the University campus is in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, India.
To reach the Sri City campus:
By Driving
By Bus
By Train
For visiting the campus, aspirants are advised to fill the form. Write an email to [email protected] mentioning the date of arrival (Mon-Fri 10 AM to 4 PM), no of persons visiting, etc,
Students who choose to stay with us for the entire five years and earn their MBA degree are eligible for placements through our career services office.
IFMR GSB takes pride in its legacy of placing the students in impactful roles across domains and organisations. Our corporate relationships that have lasted for decades and new start-ups have also identified IFMR GSB as a sought-after rich talent pool. Some of the recruiters include Wells Fargo, Accenture, Bank of America, Barclays, Credit Suisse, Crisil, Deloitte, E&Y, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan Chase, Nomura, Natwest, Philips, Schneider Electric, Temenos, USI, Wipro and many more. Our alumni are well-placed at leading firms across sectors such as Investment Banking, Insurance, IT Services, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain Management.
Students who wish to pursue higher studies in North America typically complete the Honours Program over four years. They are awarded a Bachelor’s degree [honours] in business administration. These students are not eligible to participate in the placement process.
Students who wish to pursue employment after three years will be placed in the following functions within Business Organisations: Accounts, Sales, and Purchases. They would be awarded a Bachelor’s degree in business administration.
For more details, please refer to https://krea.edu.in/careers-and-outcomes/imba/
Our students undergo multiple internships. In the first year, they do an Accounts internship in a CA firm or an Accounting BPO [outsourced financial accounting]; in the second year, a sales internship in a B2C environment; in the third year, a purchase internship; in the fourth year, an integrated internship.
IFMR GSB in Sri City is uniquely located in a Special Economic Zone (SEZ); our neighbours include Kellogg’s, Colgate, Pepsico, Isuzu Motor, Alstom, Kobelco, Lavazza and Danieli. IFMR GSB’s student community enjoys frequent interactions with industry experts and get opportunities to be a part of various live projects during their course of study.
