International School of Business and Media (ISB&M), Pune

The International School of Business and Media (ISB&M), established in 2000, is a private business school located in Pune, India. It is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and offers postgraduate management programs recognized as equivalent to an MBA by corporate entities.

Programs Offered

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
• Specializations include:
  • Marketing
  • Finance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Supply Chain & Operations
  • Media and Communication
  • Business Analytics

Admission Process

Admissions for the PGDM batch 2025-27 commence in October 2024 and conclude in March 2025. Candidates are evaluated based on their scores from various entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, or GMAT, followed by a Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Final selections are made considering entrance exam scores, academic records, and communication skills.

Application Process

The application process is conducted online. Candidates must register on the official ISB&M website, complete the application form with personal and academic information, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee. Details of entrance exam scores must also be provided. Eligible candidates will be contacted for GD/PI rounds after application submission.

Admission Cut Offs

The school typically sets a minimum percentile requirement for entrance exams: CAT/XAT scores above 60 percentile, CMAT and MAT scores above 70 percentile, and ATMA scores between 70-75 percentile. However, the final selection also considers the overall candidate profile.

Placement Support

ISB&M Pune has a dedicated Placement Assistance Cell that aids students in securing job placements. In 2024, over 100 companies participated in the placement process, with notable recruiters including Deloitte, ICICI Bank, and Amazon. The average salary package was approximately ₹8.4 LPA, with the highest offered package reaching ₹18 LPA. The highest volume of job offers was noted in Marketing, Finance, and Human Resources.

Infrastructure

The ISB&M campus is equipped with modern facilities including Wi-Fi-enabled classrooms, a digital library, Bloomberg laboratories, media studios, seminar halls, and sports complexes. Additional amenities include fully furnished hostels, a cafeteria, gym facilities, medical support, and recreational areas.

Faculty

The faculty at ISB&M consists of PhD holders, alumni from IIMs and IITs, and industry professionals. They utilize a teaching approach that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through guest lectures, case studies, and mentorship programs.

Fees Structure

The total fee for the PGDM program is approximately ₹11.8 to ₹12.5 lakh for the complete course. This fee covers tuition, access to infrastructure, library services, and placement training.

Scholarships

ISB&M provides merit-based scholarships to students based on their entrance exam scores and academic performance. These scholarships may be awarded upon admission or during the second year based on CGPA, with additional consideration for students from economically weaker backgrounds or those with outstanding co-curricular achievements.