Universal Business School (UBS), Mohali

Universal Business School (UBS), established in 2009, is a prominent private business institution in India. It features programs that are AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited, providing internationally recognized business education. The campus offers a 100% residential learning environment augmented by a green campus and an experiential learning model that includes industry immersion.

Academic Offerings

UBS provides a diverse selection of undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs, including:

• PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management)
  • Specializations: Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing
  • Options for dual specialization and global immersion
• MBA (Master of Business Administration)
  • International MBA with collaborations with Cardiff Metropolitan University (UK), Swiss School of Management (Italy), and Lincoln University (USA)
• BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
  • Specializations: Finance, International Business, Digital Marketing
  • Collaboration with various international universities
• Global MBA
  • Combined study opportunities in India and abroad (USA/UK/Italy) leading to dual degrees
• Executive MBA
  • Program designed for working professionals with flexible schedules
• DBA & Ph.D. in Management
  • Intensive research-oriented programs for those in academia and industry

Fee Structure for 2025

The fee structure for the academic year 2025 is as follows:

• PGDM & MBA: INR 8,00,000 - 18,00,000 (Full Course)
• BBA: INR 4,50,000 - 10,00,000 per year
• Global MBA: INR 15,00,000 - 25,00,000 (Full Course)
• Executive MBA: INR 6,00,000 - 12,00,000

Merit-based scholarships and financial assistance are available.

Admission Criteria & Timeline 2025

Admission to UBS involves the following criteria:

• Application Submission: Online application via the official UBS website.
• Entrance Exams:
  • MBA/PGDM: Accepts CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA scores.
  • BBA: Based on Class 12 merit.
  • Global MBA: Preference for GMAT/GRE scores.
  • Personal Interview (PI) and Statement of Purpose (SOP) required for PGDM/MBA programs.
  • Final admission dependent on entrance results, academic background, SOP, and PI.

Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: January 2025
• Entrance Exams: February - May 2025
• Final Merit List Release: June 2025
• Session Commencement: July 2025

Cutoff Trends for 2025

Admission competitiveness is reflected in the following estimated cutoff trends:

• MBA & PGDM: Expected CAT/XAT/CMAT percentile of 70-90 for top specializations.
• BBA: Minimum 75% in Class 12 for merit-based admissions.
• Global MBA: Preferred GMAT score of 550 and above.

Placement Overview for 2025

UBS features a dedicated placement cell noted for high placement rates across its various programs.

• Highest Package: INR 1.01 Cr (International Placement)
• Domestic Highest Package: INR 20 LPA
• Average Package: INR 8-12 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Deloitte, KPMG, EY, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Capital, Amazon, Barclays, Capgemini, Infosys, Accenture

Ranking Information

UBS consistently ranks among the top business schools in India, expected rankings for 2025 include:

• Top 10 Private B-Schools in India
• Ranked No. 1 in Maharashtra for Industry-Oriented MBA
• Recognized for its global collaborations and international accreditations