MBA

RE-IMAGINED
In a world of opportunities
MBA Admissions 2021-23
 Governing Council
About N Vaghul Sunder Ramaswamy, PhD Kapil Viswanathan

Krea University
Chairman Executive
Chancellor & Member Vice-Chancellor & Member
Committee & Member

Anu Aga Manjul Bhargava, PhD Vishakha N. Desai, PhD

Member Member Member

Krea University is an effort to re-imagine education The School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences currently
for the world of tomorrow, founded by a group of offers 3-year BA (Honours) & BSc (Honours) degrees,
globally renowned academics, business leaders and with an option to do an additional year i.e. fourth year
John W. Etchemendy, PhD Dheeraj G. Hinduja Sajjan Jindal
institution builders with a vision for the 21st Century of Advanced Studies. Advisor Member Member
and beyond. Guided by our unique Interwoven Learning
model Krea aims to enable students to become agile,
Research Centres
ethical and purposeful leaders of tomorrow while
encouraging creativity, critical thinking, communication, Anand Mahindra Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Aditya Mittal
LEAD is a non-profit research organization conducting Member Member Member
contemplation, cross-disciplinary approaches, real-world
high-quality scalable action research and outreach in
implementation, and the ability to negotiate unanswered
development economics and finance. The programmes
questions. Students at Krea are guided by some of the
enabled by LEAD include-Initiative for What Works to
best academic minds drawn from leading universities P. R. Venketrama Raja R. Seshasayee Raghuram G. Rajan, PhD
around the world, from path-breaking young scholars to Advance Women and Girls in the Economy (IWWAGE), Member Member Advisor

highly experienced experts. Inclusive Cashless Payment Partnership (CATALYST) and

Evidence for Policy Design (EPoD) India.
Krea University currently houses two Schools and
CDFI (Centre for Digital Financial Inclusion) is a leading C. Srinivasa Raju S Ramadorai Cyril Shroff
provides strategic oversight to three Research Centers. Member Member Member
social enterprise developing and supporting digital
Schools innovations for social impact.

J-PAL, The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab is

IFMR Graduate School of Business offers MBA, PhD, Rajiv Memani
a global research center working to reduce poverty by Member
E-MBA and customised programme for executives.
ensuring that policy is informed by scientific evidence.
J-PAL South Asia leads J-PAL’s work in the South Asia
region with partnerships in Bangladesh, India, Nepal,
Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Academic Council
Sunder Ramaswamy, PhD
Vice-Chancellor & Member
Gaurav Raina, PhD
Faculty, IIT, Madras
John W. Etchemendy, PhD
Stanford University’s 12th
Provost and Patrick Suppes
Family Professor in the School of
Humanities and Sciences
Srinath Raghavan, PhD
Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for
International Peace
Tara Thiagarajan, PhD
Chairman and Managing Director
Madura Microfinance Ltd. Founder Chief
Scientist Sapien Labs
Vishakha N. Desai, PhD
Senior Advisor for Global Affairs
Columbia University
Advisory Council
Dr. Ajit Ranade Dr. Chandru Rajam Dr. Indira J Parikh
Akash Kapur, PhD Group Executive President and
Founder and CEO, President, Antardisha
Chief Economist with the Aditya
Writer and Journalist RichFeedback (Directions from Within)
Birla Group
Former Columnist, International New Member Member
Member
York Times Senior Fellow, New York
University (NYU) GovLab
Prof. Ravi Kumar Prof. V.G. Narayanan
Prof. Rishikesha Krishnan Thomas D. Casserly, Jr. Professor
Emeritus Professor, Marshall
Director of IIM B and former of Business Administration
School of Business, University of
Director of IIM Indore Harvard Business School,
Southern California, USA
Member Harvard University
Jessica Seddon, PhD Member
Member
Global Lead, Air Quality World Resource
Institute
Prof. Rangarajan (Raghu)
K. Sundaram
Dean, Stern School of Business,
New York University
Member
Manjul Bhargava, PhD
R. Brandon Fradd Professor of
Mathematics Princeton University
Raghuram G. Rajan, PhD
Katherine Dusak Miller Distinguished Service
Professor Chicago Booth
23rd Governor of the Reserve Bank of India
TM Krishna
Renowned musician and public intellectual
Prof Rangarajan (Raghu) K. Sundaram
Dean, Stern School of Business
New York University
About IFMR GSB IFMR GSB Legacy
The legacy of IFMR with the agility of Krea University, prepares students to face challenges in the real world, and
develop skills to effectively manage them. Our renewed outlook is backed by 50 years of strong history. At IFMR GSB
we are creating impactful and effective business leaders who can solve the problems of the future. A robust interwoven
curriculum prepares them for a multi-disciplinary approach towards problem solving and effective management.
Empowered with a global mindset and ethical foundations, they are equipped to lead self and others in managing
complex environments.

IFMR GSB Legacy

Backed by IFMR’s 50 years of strength and expertise, IFMR GSB is the evolution from a research-based institution to
a full-fledged business school enabled by interwoven learning. The 20 years journey of IFMR GSB has been steered IFMR GRADUATE SCHOOL
OF BUSINESS
by some of the best minds from academia and industry, creating immense value for the economy and society at large. KREA UNIVERSITY

In 2018, Krea University founded by some of the finest minds, re-imagined management education, introducing IFMR
GSB with interwoven learning, expanded program offers, faculty with global experience and contemporary graduate Phase VI
skills. The robust network of eminent alumni across the spectrum of industries bring in valuable insights and expertise 2017
to the students. The illustrious Academic Council provides deep insights and direction to IFMR GSB’s teaching, design
curriculum, research and related activities. Phase V
2012 to 2016
Phase IV
2002 to 2012

Phase III
1990 to 2002
Phase II
Phase I 1980 to 1990
1970 to 1980
Onwards:
Relocation to Sri
Transformation Evolution with
City, an Industrial
into a Krea University
Hub near
Engagement as
full-fledged Chennai
with Global IFMR GSB
Expansion B-School
Establishment Management
of scope Researchers and with Research
of the Institute Focus in
Educators
Quantitative
Finance

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Message from
Vice-Chancellor
— projects and the tailor-made placement services, ensure that
The IFMR Graduate School of Business comes fueled by
the rich history of IFMR, spanning half a century and the
unique distinction of imparting high quality education and
training with an in-depth understanding of the sector. The
MBA programme brings together a fresh, agile and futuristic
approach to learning along with the strength of our legacy in
research and education.  career advancement of our students was unwavering. We
In line with the ethos of Krea University, IFMR GSB prepares
young management leaders for the unprecedented challenges
of the 21 st century and beyond. We are re-imagining business
education to create impactful business leaders who can
both effectively face and manage the challenges of the
fast-changing world, ethically. Our illustrious faculty bring
together the perfect amalgamation of industry expertise,
academic rigor and research vision. They teach our young
scholars ‘how to learn’ in a world where information explosion
makes the relevance of coaching and mentoring all the more
important.
Our Interwoven Learning Model equips students with core
competencies but also provides them with a vast breadth
of complementary knowledge to mould well rounded
perspectives. These young graduates are equipped with a
global mindset and ethical foundations, catalytic in leading
self and others in managing complex environments.
At IFMR GSB, you are empowered with proficiency across
core areas through classroom learning and reinforced through
immersive real-world projects. The robust summer internship
each student can match their academic path to career goals. 
Drawing strength from Krea’s mission to help humanity prepare
for an unpredictable world, in 2020 we swiftly responded to the
onset of COVID-19. IFMR GSB continued to reimagine education
IFMR GSB continued
while confronting this extraordinary crisis with grit, resilience, to reimagine
and creativity. Our commitment towards the academic and
education while
moved forward with a seamless transition of education delivery confronting this
to the virtual medium, backed by robust tech support. We also
extraordinary crisis
continued with industry engagements, as well as promising
placement and internship opportunities. At IFMR GSB the with grit, resilience,
UPGRADE offer was introduced for the first time by marquee
and creativity.
corporates and nearly 20% of the placements were through
PPOs. 100% Summer Internship for the 1st years students of the Our commitment
MBA programme was also successfully achieved.  All this, while towards the
we ensured that Krea’s ethos of learning stood resolute.
academic and career
In continuance with our efforts in providing cutting edge and advancement of
transformative management education, we look forward to a
new cohort of talented young minds who will go on to chart
our students was
their own stories and become enterprising leaders and pivotal unwavering.
changemakers.
Sunder Ramaswamy
Vice-Chancellor
Message from The diverse faculty of IFMR GSB are from
reputed universities in India (IIMs, IITs, and

Dean others) and abroad (US, UK and Europe). They

offer courses in nine disciplines: Data Science,

— Economics, Finance, Information Systems,

Marketing, Organization Behaviour & Human
Welcome to IFMR GSB @ Krea University. Resources, Operations, Quantitative Finance IFMR GSB offers
IFMR GSB is a different kind of business school.
and Strategic Management. Three quarters of an immersive, fun,
IFMR has 20 years of experience of offering an MBA
the faculty hold PhD degrees, the rest bring rich
industry experience to the classroom.
learning experience
degree. In 2018, it became part of Krea University, on the clean and
one of India’s newest and most dynamic universities. IFMR GSB offers an immersive, fun, learning green 40-acre
The up-to-date curriculum merges core business
experience on the clean and green 40-acre campus in Sri City.
functions with innovative interdisciplinary courses
campus in Sri City. We look forward to welcoming
you to the IFMR GSB family.
We look forward
in communication, design thinking and ethics. The to welcoming you
Capsim business simulation software provides
Shobha Das to the IFMR GSB
students with hands-on experience of managing
a virtual company. Students may choose to do
Dean family.
immersive industry projects and avail of independent
study opportunities with faculty members. All
students complete a summer internship between
their first and second year.
MBA Programme
Overview
IFMR GSB’s full-time MBA programme provides quality management
education with a strong foundation in Finance. The first-year curriculum
2-year Full-time includes Interwoven Learning across management disciplines and liberal
arts, followed by a rigorous two-month internship and a second year
residential programme
which offers advanced electives in all functional areas
Suitable for
Young Professionals &
Freshers • 54 Core credits • Ranked 53 in NIRF
Ranking by Govt. of
Candidates need to take • 45 Electives credits
India
CAT/XAT/CMAT/
• 6 Summer Internship
NMAT/GMAT/GRE • Governed by UGC
credits
norms
• 7 Areas
• Successful B-School
since 2000

• Two-month rigorous • Merit-cum-Means

Summer Internship and other merit
Programme with scholarships during the
Faculty mentorship programme

• Full tuition fee waiver • Interwoven Learning

scholarship for three
• Course of
meritorious students
Independent Study or
during the admissions
Industry Project
process
• Accredited by SAQS
 2 years residential Regular engagement
Interwoven course with diverse and with industry leaders Access to extensive
Learning for the 21st talented peers alumni network
century

54
Core credits,

45
IFMR GSB Advantage Electives credits, Full tuition fee waiver Diverse faculty one among the

The first-year curriculum includes Interwoven Learning 6 scholarship to 3

meritorious students
comprising fine
academic scholars and
B-Schools with Best
Faculty:Student Ratio
We prepare our students with top quality management Summer Internship industry experts
across management disciplines and liberal arts, followed by
education to be reflective, ethical and effective professionals. credits
a rigorous two-month internship and a second year which
Our students are provided a vibrant intellectual foundation
of theory, knowledge, skills and perspectives that is further
offers unique specializations, in collaboration with industry 7
experts. Areas
enriched by our unique interwoven approach. They are
prepared to be highly skilled in integrated reasoning so Our immersive learning pedagogy encourages students to
that they are the preferred choice of employers. In line with participate and apply their learnings in a robust, risk-free
environment. Using the Capstone business simulation soft-
our strong belief that strong ethical grounding is essential
ware, students run their own virtual companies, competing
to navigate accelerating change and the increasing with their peers in a fast-paced environment.
complexity of interdependence in business and society, our
students don’t just inculcate critical, abstractive, analytical, The classroom experience is enriched by the winning
Industry oriented Immersive
quantitative and integrative habits of the mind, but ethical combination of a unique learning model, an illustrious Placement services to
unique Area electives rigorous summer Notable
ones too.IFMR GSB’s full-time MBA programme provides faculty hailing from notable institutions, and exemplary meet career goals of
with a choice to study internships robust industry
peer groups. They are designed, keeping in mind: students from different
quality management education with a strong foundation with Faculty network
additional electives in Areas
Mentorship
in Finance. This intensive 2-year programme offers unique other Areas
specialisations in Quantitative Finance, Banking, Financial
Services & Insurance (BFSI), and Data Sciences.

IFMR GSB targets for the
overall development of
every student, be it through
rigorous curriculum, culture
awareness or practical
exposure of the real world
through interactions with
industry leaders
Message from
MBA
Chairperson
Dear Prospective Applicant,
Our MBA program is not just a gateway for a career in management, but
a life-time partnership between managers and academics. Your teachers
are highly motivated and capable people who have chosen IFMR GSB,
to work with young minds. They awaken your dormant abilities, sharpen
your skills and build new capabilities, both during our two-year MBA
program and thereafter. Reciprocally, your questions and perspectives,
stimulate their thinking and stretch their imagination.
Pricing an Option, Positioning a Brand, timing an IPO, the mix of a
Portfolio, facility location, and employee hiring, are all decisions made by
managers; and decision making is at the core of our MBA program. You
will get multiple perspectives from your classmates, and you will integrate
them as you work together to arrive at decisions.
Convinced that better decisions are made by diverse teams, we pursue
diversity in selection of faculty and students. Every aspect of diversity
that you see in India, you will see in our MBA program. Together let us
build a great nation just as we build our own careers.
Jai Hind!
Suresh Venkatraman
Chairperson - MBA Programme
Message from
Admissions
Chairperson
IFMR GSB at Krea University invites applications from talented and
motivated individuals who seek to make a difference to the society and
economy around them through the study of management. The pressing
problems of our times - healthcare, inequality, climate change – demand
that we synthesize solutions across academic disciplines and reflect
critically on the efficacy and appropriateness of our solutions. IFMR GSB
responds to this challenge by producing graduates who are well-trained
in different disciplines, but equally comfortable at holistic and pragmatic
thinking grounded in real-world business experience.
While keen analysis
and forecasting of the
environment remains a
While keen analysis and forecasting of the environment remains a priority priority for MBA education,
for MBA education, recent developments have also emphasized the role
of agility and resilience in the face of unpredictable shocks. Staffed by recent developments have
faculty with global experience, and equipped with the latest educational also emphasized the role
technologies, IFMR GSB is well-placed to teach students how to turn
of agility and resilience in
crises into opportunities. We also instill in our graduates a strong work
ethic based on integrity and commitment that eminent employers have the face of unpredictable
found attractive over the years. shocks
We are a business school with two decades of experience, located
within a new and vibrant university that is changing the face of liberal
arts education in the country. Come join us as we combine tradition and
innovation into an MBA degree that will stand the test of time.
Amit Das
Chairperson - Admissions
 Madhuri Saripalle
PhD, University of Connecticut,
M.Phil. CDS Trivandrum
Chandrasekaran N
PhD (Univ.of Madras)
Area Chair
Area Chair
Jyoti P Mukhopadhyay
PhD, IFMR GSB, Uni of Mardas
Suresh Venkatraman
FPM, IIM Banglore,
Lakshmi Kumar
PhD (IIT-M), MA (Econometrics)
Subramanian T V
Fellow (IIM-A), M.Sat
Sumit Mishra FINANCE,
PhD, IGIDR, Mumbai, M.Sc. (Economics), BA ACCOUNTING, Vijaya C Subramanian
PhD, Texas A&M University. OPERATIONS
ECONOMICS & QUANTITATIVE MANAGEMENT
College Station, USA, MS, University
Anantha Nageswaran V FINANCE
of Maryland, College Park.
Distinguished Visiting Professor
PhD (University of Massachusetts),
PGDM (IIM A) Samir Ranjan
PhD, Purdue University, M.S, Columbia Amar Saxena
University, Junior Research Fellowship Fellow from IIM-A, MBA, IIFM Bhopal
(NET-UGC), Master;s in Physics, Area Chair
Amit Das
University of Delhi, Bachelor’s in
PhD (University of Minnesota),
Physics, St.Stephen’s College, Delihi. Sathyanarayanan R
PGDM (IIMC), B.Tech, (IIT KGP)
Area Chair MBA (SCSVMV); PG Diploma (IB).
Area Chair
Pondicherry University

Academic
Ashay Kadam
Chandrashekhar G R
PhD, Stern School of Business Sathya Saminadan R S
FPM-Strategy (IIM-L), PGDM-Intl.
Business & Mktg.(IIM-B), BE (ECE) PhD, B.com, PGDBM
Balasubramanian G
Hemalatha C
FPM (IIM-L). GNNIT. B.E (ECE) Areas PhD, University of Madras, AICWA

Krishnan C
MA (Economics), University of Madras.
Sunanda Sangwan
PhD, Rotterdam School of
Management, M.S, Erasmus University
DATA SCIENCE Muneer Shaik MARKETING

and
& INFORMATION PhD IFMR, M.Sc, B.E (BITS PILANI) Sunil Bhatla (Adjunct Faculty)
SYSTEMS Lakshmi Padmakumari Phd, The Ohio State University- The
PhD, IFMR GSB. Max M.Fisher College of Business,
Sumit Mishra
PhD, IGIDR, Mumbai, M.Sc. MBA, West Virginia University
Muneer Shaik

Faculty
(Economics), BA PhD IFMR, M.Sc, B.E (BITS PILANI)

Praveen Bhagwan
PhD, MBA, MFT, M.Com
Shobha S Das
Jayaram R (Adjunct Faculty) PhD (University of Minnesota),
PhD, Cost Management & Advanced Dip, PGDM (IIMC), BA(Hons.)
Vijayalakshmi C Raghu Raman S Managemnet Accounting, CIMA UK Economics, (LSR, Delhi University)
Fellow (MDI,Gurgoan); PG PhD, M.B.A (OUBS, UK), PGDFM Area Chair and Dean
Dip Rural Mgmt, (IRMA Anand) (IIFM Bhopal) Venkatesh B (Adjunct Faculty)
Area Chair CFA, FCS Chandrashekhar G R
Venkateswaran A (Adjunct Faculty) FPM-Strategy (IIM-L), PGDM-Intl.
Nagarani M PDIR & PM (XLRI-J), MA (Economics) Business & Mktg.(IIM-B), BE (ECE) STRATEGIC
MBA (BIM) MA English MANAGEMENT
ORGANISATIONAL (Madras University)
BEHAVIOUR & HUMAN
RESOURCES
ADMISSIONS MBA 2021 - 23: Fee structure

The tuition fee for the programme is INR 13,86,000/- (Rupees Thirteen lakhs and
at IFMR GSB At IFMR GSB, we take pride in being recognised eighty-six thousand only). Details of other fees and the payment schedule is as follows:
as a unique business school with a rich legacy
and reputed faculty that trains graduates to be
entrepreneurs and leaders of tomorrow. We
have a rigorous admissions process S No. Fee Description Amount in INR
Tentative Timelines for
payment
Eligibility Criteria:
Tuition Fee: 1st Installment inclusive of
Admission Acceptance Fee:
S.No. Parameter Criteria
Work experience is not mandatory. The admissions
1 Between 01 Jan 1994 1
Date of Birth process comprises of two rounds i.e. Round 1 & Round a. Admission Acceptance Fee 27,500
and 31 Dec 2001 2, wherein candidates having work experience between To be paid when
2 Class X 60% 0 – 36 months can apply in either of the rounds. accepting the offer
b. Balance First Installment Fee 3,19,000
3 Class XII 60%
4 UG 60%
Application and Selection Process 2 Refundable Caution Deposit 25,000 15 June 2021
5 Work Experience 0-36 months
6 Competitive Exams Percentile
CAT 75 Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria 3 Year-1 Living Fee 1,60,000 15 June 2021
can apply to IFMR GSB by visiting this link: (Boarding & Lodging Charges including laundry charges upto INR 500/- per month)
XAT 75
https://www.krea.edu.in/ifmrgsb and making a
NMAT 80 4 Tuition Fee: 2nd Installment 3,46,500 30 November 2021
non-refundable application fee of Rs.1,500/- through
CMAT 85 Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking, after which 5 Tuition Fee: 3 Installment
rd
3,46,500 30 June 2022
GMAT 85 you can fill in the application form, upload the required
documents and submit it online. There are 2 stages in the
GRE 85 Year-2 Living Fee
selection process
6 (Boarding & Lodging Charges including laundry charges upto INR 500/- per month)
1,71,200 * 30 June 2022
Eligibility
*Indicative amount subject to revision based on the
Shortlist for WAT and PI inflation and other costs
All the parameters (qualifying parameters) as mentioned
Graduates of full-time degree course and candidates in in the eligibility criteria section will be considered while 7 Tuition Fee: 4th and Final Installment 3,46,500 30 September 2022
the final year of the undergraduate degree can apply. screening the application to shortlist candidates for WAT
Candidates from ODL (Open and Distance Learning) and PI
institutions are also eligible to apply as per the UGC policy
and notification. The shortlisted candidates are intimated through E-mail Note:
/ dashboard of the application portal with the details of 4. The MBA Programme is residential and hence staying
1. The fee mentioned above is inclusive of tuition fee, provision of course in hostel is mandatory. The hostel is located inside the
Applicants must have valid scores of one (or more) of WAT and PI schedule materials, library, IT support, alumni association membership, course University campus in Sri City.
related software licensing cost etc.
the competitive exams as mentioned in the eligibility
5. Fee payment should be made through online only.
criteria. From among the entrance exam score given by Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) 2. Medical insurance charges are part of the living fee.
the applicant, the best score will be considered subject to WAT and PI are conducted on the same day. The mode
3. The fee does not include any laptop charges. Student is required to
meeting the eligibility cut off. of WAT and PI process will be updated at a later date bring his/her own laptop.

SCHOLARSHIPS
Full tuition fee waiver
scholarship
To help outstanding students overcome financial obstacles
in their pursuit of a quality education, IFMR GSB will offer
full tuition fee waiver scholarships to three meritorious
students during the admissions process.
Applicants will be evaluated for the award of these
scholarships on the basis of their academic record, scores
on competitive exams, and performance on admissions
criteria such as written tests and interviews.
Merit-Cum-Means
Scholarship
Objective:
The School extends scholarships to students in need
of financial assistance. The objective of the scholarship
policy is to ensure that a meritorious student is not
deprived of education for financial reasons. This process
is intended for those students who have a pressing need
for financial assistance.
Eligibility:
• Minimum CGPA of 3.50 at the end of first year
• Annual family income less than INR 10 Lakhs
Application Process:
The OAA sends a notification in Term-3 inviting applications
to apply for IFMR GSB’s Merit-cum-Means- scholarship.
Interested and eligible students will be required to submit
T. Thomas Scholarship For Merit Scholarships
Business Leaders Based on the CGPA at the end of the second year, merit
scholarships are awarded, the details of which are given
IFMR GSB has been selected by Hindustan Unilever below:
Limited (HUL) as one of the five Business Schools
in India for the award of T. Thomas Scholarship for First Rank: INR 2 Lakhs
Business Leaders to the second year student of the
the filled in application form along with all supporting
documents within 15 days from the announcement of first
outgoing batch. The scholarship amount shall be INR Next three ranks: INR 1 Lakh each to three students
year CGPA.
1 Lakh.
If more than one student has same CGPA, the scholarship
The OAA shares the list of toppers at the end of first amount will be shared among those students equally.
Scholarship Committee:
year with HUL for deciding the winner.
The Scholarship cheques are given to the eligible students
The MBA Committee will seek all relevant data to in the OAA after the Convocation.
assess the genuine financial problems of applicants. The
Committee reserves the right to verify the information Student who has been found guilty of adopting any unfair
provided by the student. If it is found that a student has / unethical means or violation of discipline will not be
given incomplete or false / misleading information about eligible for any form of scholarship.
family income, assets etc., the student concerned will face
IFMR GSB reserves the right to revisit and modify these
disciplinary action that may lead to expulsion.
incentives as deemed fit by competent authorities.
Selection Process:
• Scholarship is given only to those students
who are assessed to have the need for it.
The Committee makes this decision based on
the information provided by the student and a
personal interview with him/her, if required.
• Based on the recommendations of the Scholarship
committee, the top 10 students who meet the above
eligibility criteria will be considered for the award of
scholarship. The scholarship amount shall be up to
INR 2 lakhs per student.
IFMR GSB reserves the right to revisit and modify these
incentives as deemed fit by competent authorities.
No student can avail multiple scholarships from the
University
 47% IT/ITES
Batch Profile 9% Others
Others: Consutruction, E-Commerce
(2020 - 22) and Engineering Services

Pre-MBA 16% Automobile &

Industry Manufacturing
66% 34% 69%
Male Female Fresher

9%
4% BFSI
6t o1 2M onths
Work

Gender
Experience
14% 6% Consulting Others: Agriculture,
Botany, Computer
13 to 24 Months
Applications, International
7% 9% Education & E-Learning Business, Islamic Finance,
Law, Medical Science,
25 to 36 Months Marketing and Taxation &
1%
9% Event Management & Finance
Retail
36 & Above

17% Electronics & communications,

Electricals & Electronics,
Electronics & Instrumentation

34% ENGINEERING
14% Automobile & Mechanical
6% SCIENCE
4% ARTS 10% Computer Science &
Information Technology
UG 14% BUSINESS
It was pure learning from every single UG
Graduate member of my batch. They were from Specialization 9% Business Administration &
Degree all parts of the country with varied
Management
academic and professional background.
41% COMMERCE
It was a gold mine of experience and 7% Civil, Power, Production &
COMPUTER knowledge at IFMR GSB. Instrumentation Arts & Humanities:Bio
1% APPLICATIONS Science, Bio
Tushar Saxena
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre Pvt. Ltd.
9% Arts & Humanities: Technology, Chemistry,
Communicative English
Class of 2020 4% Others & Media Studies, English
Literature and Maths
30% Accounting, Commerce &
Finance
 Batch Profile 17% Electronics & communications,
Electricals & Electronics,
(2019 - 21) Electronics & Instrumentation

14% Automobile & Mechanical

58%
10% Computer Science &
Information Technology

39
Fresher
%
61 %
Female
3%
Pre-MBA
Specialization 9% Business Administration &
Management
Male 6t o1 2M onths

21% 7% Civil, Power, Production &

Work 13 to 24 Months Instrumentation Others: Agriculture,
Experience Botany, Computer
Gender
11% 9% Arts & Humanities: Applications, International
Business, Islamic Finance,
25 to 36 Months 4% Others Law, Medical Science,
Marketing and Taxation &
6% 30% Accounting, Commerce & Finance
37 to 48 Months Finance
1%
48+ Months

31% BCOM 78%

46% IT/ITES Finance
BSc 9% Power, Telecom, Retail & My experience at IFMR GSB
6% manufacturing 12%
MBA was profound with many
7% Travel & Hotel and Garmet Marketing
Specialization dreams fulfilled and many
28% BTECH goals achieved. I loved
UG Pre-MBA 13% Audit, BFSI, Trading 1% my time at IFMR GSB and
Graduate Industry Operations
Degree thankful for the learning i
14% Automobile, construction, 3% have had both inside and
3% BA Engineering, Electronics &
manufacturing, EPC Quantitative outside the classrooms
8% BBA Finance
4% Consulting

21% BE 3% Digital marketing & Media

7% Radhika Chaudhry
Research
3% Others 4% Education Data Science JPMorgan Chase & Co
Class of 2020
Others include: BHM, BBM, BCA, BMS
 Speakers at IFMR GSB
IFMR GSB strongly believes that Industry-Academia Partnership is key in enabling disruptive, impactful
and innovative solutions for the industry and society at large. There is constant engagement between the
Highest CTC Top 50% Average Top 25% Average students and leaders of the industry at IFMR GSB and students get to learn first-hand from their experiences.
Here are some of the speakers at IFMR GSB in the year 2019-20.

Placement 13.60
Lakhs
10.80
Lakhs
11.80
Lakhs

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Top 10% Average Median CTC Average CTC
Dr Raghuram Rajan Yamini Aiyar
12.86
Lakhs
9.50
Lakhs
9.37 Former Governor, President and Chief
Executive of the Centre
Karthik Krishnan
Global CEO, Britannica
Sriram Rajamani
Managing Director,
Lakhs Reserve Bank of India Group Microsoft Research India
for Policy Research

Career
Advancement Manoj Kohli Debashish Ghosh Sivarama Krishnan Malur Narayan
Country Head, Soft VP and Country HR Advisory Partner, PWC Vice-President,
Bank India Head of Berkadia Technological Business
Even during unprecedented times such as Unit, TCS
Covid-19, IFMR GSB was able to place more than
98% of the students (some even accepted an
upgrade on the earlier offer).

IFMR GSB takes pride in its legacy of placing

the students in impactful roles across domains
and organizations. With corporate relationships
that have existed for decades and new start-ups
identifying IFMR GSB as a sought-after talent pool,
the students have a wide choice of career options. Swetha Kasthurirangan Satyaki Raghunath Uma Ratnam Krishnan Serge De Vos
Head of Wells Fargo Chief Strategy & Managing Director and Sr Director Operations
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Student Life From coffee conversations with friends or serene walks amidst the
greens or that special corner you find for yourself, the Krea campus turns

at IFMR GSB
into a beautiful canvas where you forge new friendships and weave
countless memories for life. WHAT OUR STUDENT SAY
Located 70 kilometres north of Chennai in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, on a
40 acre fully residential green campus, students learn, engage and create
the unique Krea experience Life at IFMR GSB is co-created with the students through the Student Council and
other clubs and committees. In a way, students are not merely learner but a key
stakeholder in running of the University. Listen to what our stakeholders have to
say about studying at IFMR GSB

LIVING EXPERIENCE CLUBS AND COMMITTEES SPORTS EXPERIENCE

The residential experience at Krea imparts
a sense of belonging. It brings together
students from various backgrounds and
perspectives under a roof of camaraderie.
Work, relax and unwind, with comfortable
personal living spaces to common lounges
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DINING EXPERIENCE
The modern, well-lit and air-conditioned
dining hall, combined with a diverse food
menu to choose from, makes our dining
experience a significant ingredient to the
ethos of the community at Krea.
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Student life at IFMR may be hectic, but
never tiring, because of the fine balance of
academic, co-curricular and extra-curricular
activities.
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LIBRARY EXPERIENCE
The Krea Library adds a generous page
to the knowledge experience. The library
equipped with all modern facilities, provides
a conducive environment to the users for
their learning and research.
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From competing in a fun and welcoming
environment to promoting fitness and well
being, the sports experience is an integral
component of overall growth at Krea. The
campus has been especially designed to
promote spaces for sports aiding student
well being.
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SUPPORT EXPERIENCE
From mental wellness to physical health,
Krea cares about creating a comfortable
campus experience. While the campus is
embraced by nature, alongside we ensure,
all support facilities are available right here.
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Syed Tabrez
Deutsche Bank
MBA 2019
IFMR has one of the most
beautiful and serene campuses.
IFMR is not just equipped with
the best facilities, but has the
best professors for both finance
and quantitative finance. I feel
lucky to be part of IFMR where
there was an all round
development where in along with
a very well thought of curriculum,
we took time to participate in
sports, finance quizzes and ended
up meting one of the best minds
in the field. Being part of External
Relations committee helped me
in growing as a professional. I
would like to thank the excellent
faculty and my peer group for
making my overall experience
even better.
Chetali Sundriyal
Deloitte USI
MBA 2019
Life at IFMR was full of hustle.
Curriculum did seem challenging
at first, but the faculty were
always there to support and
guide at every step. Peer support
is a constant feature throughout
the year. Further, we found great
industry exposure as the student-
driven committees used to bring
many prominent industry experts
who brought intellectually
stimulating discussions on
emerging and existing challenges
in the corporate world. To
summarize, a place which gave
me unforgettable memories
and invaluable experiences that
transformed me into who I am
today is IFMR GSB for me, a place
I’ll call home, forever!
Kabyayan Roy
EY
MBA 2019
The IFMR GSB offers a unique
composition of an apt-built
curriculum, a supportive array of
faculties and a diverse group of
competitive peers.
The kind of opportunities one
could obtain here through the
strong industrial network is
compelling. Being a student
driven institute, there is enough
freedom for the students to
design their journey at IFMR
GSB academically and non-
academically. Apart from the
studies, learning finds its way
through the interactive events of
the clubs and committees too.
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It’s not all work and no play at
IFMR GSB. More than an academic
space, we like to view IFMR GSB as
a student-driven campus, where
students lead and carve a niche for
themselves. Our students are here
to take you through all the classes,
facilities, clubs, societies, and
cultural events. Even something as
crucial as placements, corporate
relations and hostel management
are spearheaded by a student
body to streamline all the related
activities whilst being guided by
our illustrious faculty members.
To make new entrants feel at
home, we have our Team Genesis
that acts as an intermediary
between MBA aspirants at IFMR
GSB and the management.
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Campus: Green,
Inclusive, and
Sustainable
The 40-acre, fully residential campus is
where students make their dreams come
alive. In this Green, inclusive and a highly
sustainable campus, serenity fills the air
as you walk in. The campus helps weave
countless memories, forge new friendships,
learn, grow and shape you into becoming a
well-rounded, responsible individual ready
for the future.
Located 70 kilometers north of Chennai in
Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, the state-of-the-
art campus and its comfortable environment
allows every student at IFMR GSB to leave
with a unique Krea experience.

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There are several
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Committee who go above and plans in the offing
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