With a rich heritage spanning fifty years as the country’s pioneer institution for finance research and training, IFMR GSB marries its legacy with the dynamic ethos of Krea University. Krea University, founded by eminent leaders from the realms of business and academia, brings fresh perspectives and agility to the table. IFMR GSB is proud to hold a place in the top 75 B-schools in India, according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Additionally, it boasts accreditation by SAQS (South Asian Quality Assurance System) and adheres to UGC norms. The institution is also a member of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Programme.
The two-year residential MBA programme at IFMR GSB offers students the opportunity to specialise in diverse fields such as Data Science & Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources, Marketing Management, Operations Management, and Strategic Management. All courses are taught by esteemed scholars holding top-notch degrees or industry leaders with rich corporate experience. Beyond the MBA programme, IFMR GSB extends offerings in the form of a PhD, an Executive MBA, and custom programmes tailored for executives from corporations across the globe.
Over the past five years, IFMR GSB has demonstrated a remarkable track record, placing nearly 100% of its graduates in fulfilling positions within global and domestic banks, consulting firms, IT service providers, and other esteemed organisations. The curriculum at IFMR GSB seamlessly blends core business functions with innovative interdisciplinary courses in communication, design thinking, and ethics. These are underpinned by the latest research findings and contemporary case studies, all facilitated by a team of highly trained and experienced faculty members.
Admissions Process:
IFMR GSB extends a warm welcome to all MBA aspirants, including recent college graduates and working professionals. Eligible applicants will be considered for a personal interview in order of merit. The evaluation includes an assessment of writing skills based on scores from relevant sections of qualifying examinations (CAT / XAT / NMAT / CMAT / GRE / GMAT), as well as the quality of writing exhibited in their application forms.
IFMR GSB proudly recognises candidates of extraordinary merit, specifically those who have secured a rank within the top 20 from the nation’s leading educational institutions as recognised by NIRF. Such exceptional applicants are exempted from the requirement to submit qualifying scores from one of the approved competitive exams (CAT / XAT / NMAT / CMAT / GRE / GMAT).
About IFMR Graduate School of Business:
Drawing upon five decades of experience as a research and training institution, IFMR has embraced the innovative educational philosophy of Krea University. The IFMR Graduate School of Business is committed to nurturing influential and effective business leaders who are equipped to tackle the challenges of the future. IFMR GSB offers a comprehensive full-time MBA programme, a diverse array of executive and management development programmes for seasoned professionals, and a rigorous PhD programme. Nestled within a sprawling 40-acre residential campus in Sri City, an industrial hub near Chennai, IFMR GSB is fully equipped with the modern infrastructure required by a contemporary university.
The leadership team at Krea University, comprising the Governing Council, Executive Committee, and Board of Management, boasts luminaries from both the world of business and academia. Notable figures include N. Vaghul (former Chairman of ICICI Bank Ltd), Raghuram Rajan (the 23rd RBI Governor), R. Seshasayee (former Chairman of IndusInd Bank), Raghu Sundaram (Dean of NYU Stern School of Business), S. Mahalingam (Former Chief Finance Officer & Executive Director of Tata Consultancy Services), and Esther Duflo (Nobel Laureate and Co-Founder of J-PAL: the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab).
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