Bengaluru, Maharashtra
₹10.50 L
Total · PGDM
₹8 LPA
Avg package
International School of Management Excellence (ISME), Bangalore was founded in 2006 by alumni from Carnegie Mellon University, Purdue and Wharton, USA The institution is approved and accredited by AICTE, NBA and its PGDM is equivalent to MBA due to the accreditation by AIU (Association of Indian Universities).
ISME’s parent organization, NVT Quality Certification is an ISO accreditation body that has certified companies for over 30 years across 36 countries.ISME has been ranked as one of the top B-Schools in India with all faculty having global & corporate exposure. The college has academic partnership with foreign universities like University of North Carolina, USA, Arizona State University, USA, THWS Germany, Singapore Institute of Management, Management Development Institute Singapore, THWS Germany etc.
ISME has also been ranked as:
ISME: Approvals and Accreditations
Corporate Visits and Tours
ISME organizes Industry visits for students to observe the workings of different industries first-hand. Few recently conducted factory visits were with Akshay Patra, TVS, Sri Sri Tattva, Continental Tyres, Britannia, Bisleri International, Infosys, Makino India, KMF etc., This type of exposure helps students understand the practical aspects of business operations.
Panel discussions and talks from the corporate leaders are organized regularly. To give students an insight into corporate culture and how organizations and industries function, industry visits are organized regularly.
Value Added Certifications
Industry Seminars and Guest Lectures
ISME regularly organizes industry experts’ seminars and guest lectures to expose students to real- world business scenarios. Last year we had 96 guest speakers on campus.
International School of Management Excellence - ISME Bangalore is for students who seek experiential learning, global exposure, leadership development and individual attention from faculty with International and Industry experience. ISME’s parent organization, NVT Quality Certification is an ISO accreditation body that has certified companies for over 30 years across 36 countries has been ranked as one of the top B-Schools in India with all faculty having global & corporate exposure. The college has academic partnership with foreign universities like University of North Carolina, USA, Arizona State University, USA, THWS Germany, Singapore Institute of Management, Management Development Institute Singapore, THWS Germany etc. ISME has also been ranked as:
Admission
Admission to the PGDM program at ISME is highly competitive. The Admissions team reviews applications on an individual basis looking at both quantitative and qualitative aspects of an applicant's professional and academic background. An elaborate selection process is followed to ensure quality enrolment.
Eligibility: Bachelor's/master's degree from any recognized educational institution/university in any stream or equivalent with minimum of 60% aggregate marks. Good performance in one of the Management Aptitude Tests. Work experience would be an important consideration for admission.
Admission Process
Stage 1: Complete Application Form (online/walk-in).
Every applicant seeking admission to ISME needs to complete the Application Form online, (https://isme.in/pgdm) attach the required documents and submit the entire application to ISME's Admission Office.
Stage 2: SOP (Statement of Purpose) round + GD (Group Discussion) + Personal Interview
Stage 3: Admission Decision:
Based on the review of the application, CAT/XAT/CMAT score and the recommendation of the interview panel, the admission committee invites selected students for admission to the program. Admission Offer letter will be sent to the shortlisted candidates. The admission would be final only after the confirmation of Admission Acceptance from the candidate and the payment of the registration fee. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
2 programmes listed.
✓ Headline fee cross-checked against a second source (PGDM)
| Programme | Total fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
PGDMPopular 2 Years · Full Time | ₹10.95 Lakhs | Exams : CAT, XAT, NMAT, CMAT |
MCA 24 MONTHS · Full Time | ₹440000 | Exams : CAT, XAT, GMAT, and CMAT scores |
₹8 LPA
Average package
₹14 LPA
Highest package
100%
Placement rate
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Total offers
Compiled from college disclosures and NIRF reports. Verify current figures with the admission office before deciding.
ISME Bangalore offers a range of modern facilities, including spacious classrooms , well-equipped computer labs , library , cafeteria , conference halls , and sports facilities , all designed to support both academic and extracurricular activities. The campus at ISME is equipped with modern facilities such as: Wi-Fi-enabled classrooms, a well-stocked library Computer lab with the latest software Auditorium and seminar halls for events Sports and recreational facilities
The admission process at ISME isquite rigorous, aiming to select candidates who not only excel academically but also demonstrate significant professional promise.
Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree from any recognized educational institution/university in any stream or equivalent with minimum of 60% aggregate marks. Good performance in one of the Management Aptitude Tests. Work experience would be an important consideration for admission
ISME Bangalore offers Well-Equipped, Global, and Student-Centric with on campus hostel for boys and girls. The campus environment is designed to promote holistic learning. Students benefit from a mix of high-end infrastructure such as astro turf fields for various sports , state of the art 400 seater auditorium for events , smart classrooms with high ceilings, smartboards and a seamless digital integration. The college has a library with over 20,000 books, subscriptions to databases like EBSCO, Proquest JSTOR, INFLIBNET IIM Bangalore library and access to British Council of India online library. ISME Bangalore has on campus hostel with separate blocks for boys and girls. RO-filtered water, 24/7 security and CCTV cameras, lush and green campus with a beautiful amphitheatre ,cafeteria & rooftop café are some of the many facilities available to students.
Highest Salary offered during the placement is 14 LPA p.a.
ISME Bangalore has a strong network of recruiters from diverse industries, including Finance, HR, Business Analytics, marketing, and manufacturing. Some of the top companies that recruit students include EY, Deloitte, Acuity Knowledge Partners, AoN, Federal Bank, among others.
The fee for the MBA program at ISME Bangalore is ₹10,95,000.
The MBA program at ISME Bangalore takes 2 years to complete.
ISME Bangalore offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the postgraduate level. The MBA course is designed to equip students with essential management and leadership skills. It is a 2-year program.
Ranked Top 30th B-School All India by Times of India, 2025
Yes, you can apply for the MBA program if you are in the final year of your undergraduate course. However, you will need to submit your final year marks once available.
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