Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali

Overview

Chandigarh Business School of Administration (CBSA), Mohali, is a prominent Business School in Punjab, which offers MBA and BBA degrees awarded via IK Gujral Punjab Technical University. It is well known for its emphasis on the industry academia interface through its experienced Faculty members, case study method, innovative practical curriculum, team projects, and industrial visits. It has been recognized by multiple ranking agencies, with Open Magazine deeming it the third best Business School in Punjab, and in the top 27 in North India. in 2023.

The Corporate Resource Center works to train students of CBSA for the final placement season, and has enjoyed successful results over the past few years, with a highest salary package of INR 45.5 LPA, and over 800 companies participating in the placement process. Prominent recruiters include a mix of large startups and MNCs, including Axis Bank, ITC Limited, Asian Paints, and Zomato. The CRC stays ahead of its peers by incorporating its innovative 360 degree training program, where experts work to fill the gaps in each student's skill set so that they can achieve the best internships and job placements.

CBSA Mohali is home to an overarching student club called BusiTech, which was established in 2016. It aims to help students enhance their professional skills and develop their personalities. It organizes events and workshops in five categories: Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation, Startup & Intellectual Property Rights, and Cultural & Social Welfare Activities. Examples of events organized by BusiTech are Expert Talks, Human Resources Summits, Case Study Workshops, Business Role Play sessions, Management Games, and Quiz Competitions.

Highlights

Fees

The total academic fee payable by management students of CBSA Mohali has several components (tuition fee, examination charges, library fee, computer lab fee, etc.). Indicative values for the two main courses offered by the School are:

• MBA: INR 1.82 Lakh (for the full two year program).
  • Semester 1: INR 47,000.
  • Semesters 2-4: INR 45,000 per semester.
• BBA: INR 1.48 Lakh.
  • Semester 1: INR 30,350.
  • Semester 2, 4, 6: INR 19,550.
  • Semester 3, 5: INR 29,350.

The main component of the living cost for MBA students of Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali, is the hostel fee. This ranges from INR 75,000 to INR 90,000 per year depending on the room occupancy:

• 4 students to a room: INR 75,000 per year.
• Triple occupancy (old hostel): INR 80,000.
• Triple occupancy (new hostel): INR 85,000.
• Double occupancy: INR 90,000.

In addition, students must also budget for mess fees and shopping for personal items.

Admissions

The eligibility criteria for admission to Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali, are as follows:

• MBA:
  • Applicants must hold a valid Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum duration of three years.
  • The aggregate over all UG semester exams must exceed 50%, or 45% for reserved category students.
  • Applicants may also submit relevant entrance test scores e.g. PU MET.
• BBA: 
  • Students who have passed their Standard 12 examinations from any recognized Board of Higher Secondary Education in India or abroad may apply. There is no minimum aggregate required.
  • Students who completed their Standard X studies and then pursued a three year diploma in any trade recognized by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training are also eligible.

The steps in the application procedure to CBSA Mohali include:

• Applying via the CGC Landran (parent Institution) admissions website.
• Filling up the online application form with accurate personal data and academic history information.
• Attaching scans of all documents required, including identity proof, address proof, academic transcripts, degree certificates, and caste certificates (if applicable).
• Paying the admission fee and submitting the application.
• After all eligible students are shortlisted, CBSA Mohali will announce further steps of selection, which may include an MBA Aptitude Test conducted by the School, in addition to Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.
• Students who receive an offer of admission must pay the first semester's tuition fee to confirm that they wish to join CBSA Mohali.

Placements

As one of the top MBA colleges in India, the placement highlights  of Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali, are as follows: 

• 800 companies participated in either the internship or final placement process, or both.
• The Corporate Resource Center (CRC) supervises training and placement activities for students of CGC as a whole, the parent Institution of CBSA. Some placement records of the CRC include:
  • A highest CTC offered Of INR 45.5 LPA.
  • 8,500 placement offers made to all students in total.
• Prominent recruiters include Naukri, Zomato, Axis Bank, Muthoot Finance, ITC Limited, Decathlon, and Asian Paints.
• The CRC conducts unique placement readiness activities such as the 360 Degree Training Program, where it works with senior Professors and distinguished industry experts to map the skill set of each student enrolled in the MBA program, and ensure that upskilling training sessions are organized to maximize placement success of all students.
• Industry visits to nearby large manufacturing units, as well as regular expert talks and workshops, are aspects of the training process that ensure that students are motivated, and that they get to interact directly with distinguished alumni and potential recruiters in an informal setting.

Cut-Offs

The only cut-off related to admission to the MBA program at CBSA Mohali is based on the UG aggregate percentage: it must exceed 50% (or the equivalent Grade Point Average), or 45% for reserved category candidates. Applicants to the BBA degree program need not satisfy any minimum qualifying examination cut-off marks, as long as they have a pass certificate from a recognized Board in their 10+2 exam.

Faculty & Alumni

Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali, is home to highly qualified Faculty members and Deans who work to impart CBSA’s unique industry oriented curriculum to all BBA and MBA students of the School. They work closely with the Placement Cell of CGC to guide students who are preparing for internships and placement interviews, and assess training needs (communication, problem solving, and soft skills) from time to time.

Graduates of CBSA Mohali are part of the larger Alumni Community of the Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC), numbering thousands of students spread across India and abroad. This facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration among alumni working in different fields, and professional networking is possible in both virtual and in-person modes. Various Departments within CBSA organize regular Alumni Talks to set up mentorship channels and skill workshops. Alumni also give back to CBSA through donations for infrastructure projects and by providing career opportunities to students through internship and final placement partnerships.

Scholarships

As in other top MBA colleges in India, there are multiple financial aid options available to students of Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali. Management students or CBSA Mohali can apply for the flagship scholarship program of their parent educational institution (CGC). This is known as the CGC Josh Scholarship scheme, and has the following salient points:

• Over INR 12 Crore in tuition fee scholarships are expected to be distributed in 2024.
• In 2023, more than 2,500 students in various Schools under CGC received scholarships totalling more than INR 10 Crore.
• The program is three years old, and has already handed out INR 22 Crore, not including 2024.
• All CGC Josh scholarships are awarded based on the applicants' performance in a two stage test.
• Students can choose a date in either stage, or both: Stage 1 has multiple available dates between December and June, and Stage 2 is between July and September. 
• Both tests allot scores to candidates out of 100, and there are seven tiers of scholarships based on the overall score.
• The scholarship tiers and percentage tuition fee waivers associated with each in Stage 1 are as follows:
  • Score above 93 points: 100% tuition fee scholarship.
  • 90 to 93: 85% tuition fee reduction.
  • 80 to 90: 75% tuition fee waiver.
  • 70 to 80: 50% scholarship.
  • 60 to 70: 30% scholarship.
  • 50 to 60: 20% scholarship.
  • 40 to 50: 10% tuition fee reduction.
• Students can register online at any time during the two Stage windows, and they must appear for the exam within 15 days of registration.
• Results are declared within 24 hours of taking the CGC Josh scholarship test, on a rolling basis.

Preparation & FAQs

The main factor based on which students are shortlisted for management degree programs at CBSA Mohali is the percentage aggregate in the qualifying examination. Students should choose their best subjects strategically to improve their chances of being shortlisted. To prepare for the GD and PI rounds, students must practice their English communication skills, and carefully script points to explain their academic and extracurricular achievements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Which is the best Business School in Chandigarh?

Chandigarh Business School of Administration, Mohali, is one of the best MBA colleges in India, and is a contender for best Business School in Chandigarh. It is ranked #80 among all Private Business Schools in India, according to the IIRF 2024 ranking list.

Q. What professional certifications and industry training modules are available to MBA students of CBSA Mohali?

MBA students of CBSA Mohali can choose from among 10+ professional training courses offered by different companies, including Bajaj Finserv, Solitaire Infosys, and the Indian Business School of Digital Marketing Management & Technology.

Q. Which are the two main BBA programs offered by CBSA Mohali?

CBSA Mohali offers two different BBA programs: one in General Management, and one in Service Industry Management, which is linked to the hospitality,.customer service, and tourism industries.

Q. Which are the MBA specializations offered by CBSA Mohali?

CBSA Mohali offers five specializations to its MBA students: Marketing, Human Resource Management , Finance, Management Information Systems, and Business Analytics.