Can I get admission for MBA in LPU for this session (2017) if I appear for October CAT?

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Khushal Arora · Answer

Hello, Choosing LPU for MBA is one of your best decision. It is not mandatory to qualify CAT for MBA Admission at LPU, you can appear for LPUNEST-Interview and get your seat confirmed at LPU. You will be glad to know that LPU has relaxed it's eligibility criteria due to COVID-19. Eligibility for admission is 55% aggregate percentage in any graduation and LPU NEST Interviews ( Interview will be conducted remotely online ) must be qualified. Still for your personal growth and learning you can apply for CAT. Silent Features which makes LPU different from others are : 1. Ranked number 2 among Indian B-Schools in Outreach and Inclusivity by NIRF 2. Among the first 10 institutions to get ACBSP (USA) Accreditation 3. Alumni are working top brands like Google, Apple, and Facebook some of the most sought after jobs today 4. 55+ campus recruitment drives with reputed brands like ITC Limited, MRF, Kellogs, etc. 5. International companies like Hyatt (USA), Adani Wilmar (Africa), Al Rakha (Dubai) recruit from LPU 6. Practo, one of the leading startup has recruited 28 students from LPU. 7. Students learn through simulations, case studies and industrial visits. There is a mall on campus wherein you can set up your store to explore entrepreneurial skills (Your own startup). 8. You also get the opportunity to consult local as well as international businesses as part of the curriculum. 9. Partnered with National Stock Exchange (NSE), MOOC'S and various other companies to help in design the curriculum. 10. LPU supports innovation and research and hence provides students with such opportunities. There are 15+entrepreneurial ventures on campus. LPU also hosts conferences where students can present their papers. 11. The covid regulations are strictly followed and the student teacher ratio is enough to practice social distancing. LPU is taking utmost care in each and every step for their students and faculty members. For more details visit www.lpu. In and connect to LPU admission counselors on 1800-102-4431. I hope it helps. Good Luck.

Priya Mahajan · Answer

Hi, Yes, you can get admission because due to COVID the norms have been relaxed. Now you need 55% in your graduation and register for a skype interview would be a good choice for varied reasons: 1. Ranked number 2 among Indian B-Schools in Outreach and Inclusivity by NIRF 2. Among the first 10 institutions to get ACBSP (USA) Accreditation 3. Alumni are working top brands like Google, Apple, and Facebook some of the most sought after jobs today 4. 55+ campus recruitment drives with reputed brands like ITC Limited, MRF, Kellogs, etc. 5. International companies like Hyatt (USA), Adani Wilmar (Africa), Al Rakha (Dubai) recruit from LPU 6. Practo, one of the leading startup has recruited 28 students from LPU. 7. Students learn through simulations, case studies and industrial visits. There is a mall on campus wherein you can set up your store to explore entrepreneurial skills (Your own startup). 8. You also get the opportunity to consult local as well as international businesses as part of the curriculum. 9. Partnered with National Stock Exchange (NSE) and various other companies to help in design the curriculum. 10. LPU supports innovation and research and hence provides students with such opportunities. There are 15+entrepreneurial ventures on campus. LPU also hosts conferences where students can present their papers. You can contact the counselors mentioned on the website for guidance. Good Luck!

Ashish Sharma · Answer

Hi Harman, LPU do consider CAT but it is not necessary that you must be qualified CAT. You can take admission in Mittal School of Business, LPU. This year due to COVID-19 pandemic LPU has given relaxation in the LPU NEST qualification also. To get Admission in MBA at LPU, Candidate must have minimum 55% aggregate percentage in any graduation and Interviews must be qualified. Over the period of years LPU has become very strict in the eligibility criteria and Admission Intake. Once you are have qualified the eligibility criteria you can take admission in MBA. However to get or enhance the scholarship amount candidates can appear for the LPU NEST. Online Admissions are already going on and one can proceed further through their website. For more and Better information candidates can call them at their toll free number also. I hope this is helpful.

Lovely Professional University · Answer

Harman, after giving CAT in Oct., you can not have admission for MBA in LPU this year as our session starts in August. Better would be you appear for LPUNEST and take admission in MBA. Check the link below for NEST details http://nest.lpu.in/mba/index.php

Rohit Kothawade · Answer

When you give CAT at that movement its not necessary that you will get admission in which ever college you want but if you score in CAT at that time you will get admission in those colleges for MBA where you want.

Akhil kushwaha · Answer

CAT'17 will be held on December 2 this year and it's validity is a year.

Poonam Angural · Answer

MBA gives a good career start and leads to a wide scope for career development and skills. In order to take admission in MBA the eligibility criteria needs to be MET in LPU. The eligibility is 55% + LPUNEST/CAT/MAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT+ Interview or Completed Company Secretary CS from Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or Completed Chartered Accountancy CA from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI). Mittal School of Business is among the first 10 institutions in India to get ACBSP (USA) accreditation. Mittal School of Business is one of India's foremost business schools known for innovative pedagogy and deep academic-industry interface. Mittal School of Business alumni are working in best of the MNCs across the Globe like Google, Facebook and Apple.55+ CAMPUS PLACEMENT DRIVES WITH REPUTED BRANDS Some names include Colgate Palmolive, GlaxoSmithkline, ITC, Kellogg's, MRF, JK Tyres, Wipro Lighting, Exide, LAVA, Practo, Asian Paints, Bajaj, Burger Paints etc. International Companies like Hyatt (USA), Ritz Carlton (USA), Adani Wilmar (Africa), Altruist (Africa), Al-Rakha (Dubai), Dharam Consultancy (USA) selected LPU students for International locations. LPU's programs are taught in partnership and consultation with the industry. LPU has partnered with National Stock Exchange and many other companies to validate our programs like NSE, CII, TIE, AIESEC, TALENT EDGE AND SAFE EDUCATE. Practo, one of India's leading start up brands, selected 28 LPU students at 6.5 Lacs Packages. In an effort to promote hands on learning, LPU students have access to a huge 9 storey mall where they can start their stores either as students or as alumni. LPU students consult local as well as international businesses as a part of the curriculum. This pushes the students to study real life scenarios and move beyond books. LPU students are given immersive exposure to the industry through frequent industrial visits and interactions with experts. I hope the information helps.

Vibha Gupta · Answer

Well, in this year of 2020 session, LPU has relaxed their eligibility norms, for MBA programme the eligibility criteria is Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelors degree (any discipline)or equivalent, and Interview. Therefore it is not required for you to appear for CAT exam. You can apply for admission based on the above criteria. LPU has lived up to its expectations, with the quality of education, the placement opportunities are amazing as well. It is one of the top 5 universities of India, providing quality education, innovative pedagogy and unbeatable placements both national and international. LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. LPU has been ranked 38 in the Management ranking in 2018 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). The Business School of LPU is accredited from ACBSP, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs from the USA ensuring quality education and industry experienced faculty members, studying in LPU will get a degree accredited from a body of USA. LPU provides ample opportunities to each and every eligible student to secure good placement with the help of a dedicated Division of Career Services. The university has been ranked high by various outer agencies with regard to placements. LPU is conferred with National Employability Award 2020 by Aspiring Minds for the 7th time in a row for having Most Employable Students and being one among the top colleges and universities in India with one of the highest Employability rates. Companies like Colgate Palmolive, Hindustan Unilever, Godrej Consumer, SAP Labs, Asian Paints, Bajaj Allianz, CEAT, Khimji Ramdas, Ernst and Young, Flipkart, Federal Bank, Moodys Analytics, Blue Star, Zomato, Berger Paints, Marico, Forbes Marshall, Upgrade Education, Havells, Apollo Munich Health Insurance and many more. Good Luck.

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