Does ISB accept CAT score for MBA?
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Yes, ISB Hyderabad accepts CAT score for admission to its PGP in Management for Young Leaders programme. There is no course at ISB Hyderabad named as MBA. The institute offers PGP course to the students, it is sometimes commonly referred to as MBA. To get admission to the MBA programme offered at ISB Hyderabad candidates must have completed graduation from a recognised university along with a valid GMAT/ GRE/ CAT score.
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No, ISB (Indian School of Business) does not accept the CAT score for their MBA program. It has its own selection process and requires a different standardized test for applications.
- A valid GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score is mandatory for applying to the ISB's PGP (Post Graduate Programme in Management), which is their flagship MBA program.
- The application process involves additional components like essays, recommendations, and work experience details. These elements provide a holistic view of your candidacy.
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No, the Indian School of Business (ISB) in Hyderabad does not accept CAT scores for MBA programs. The candidates must give in a GMAT or GRE score along with an online form, essays, and an individual recommendation letter. The minimum GMAT score criterion for PGP admission is projected at 710–720. After the exam, candidates are shortlisted among the top performers and then invited for a personal interview. The selected candidates are offered seats at the ISB based on the score they get in the interview.
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