Is it compulsory to give CAT, MAT and XAT tests for admission in MBA hospitality and tourism in LPU?

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Though I have scored 72% in graduation with PCM.

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    Isband Soz | Contributor-Level 9

    3 years ago
    The Eligibility Criteria for taking admission in MBA (Tourism and Hospitality):
    Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelors degree (any discipline) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST or CAT or MAT or XAT or NMAT or CMAT and Interview
    Or
    Completed Company Secretary (CS) from Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), subject to qualifying Interview
    Or
    Completed Chartered Accountancy (CA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), subject to qualifying Interview
    Or
    Completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI), subject to qualifying Interview.
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    rinku | Contributor-Level 8

    a year ago

    For admission to the MBA Hospitality and Tourism program at Lovely Professional University (LPU), it is not compulsory to give CAT, MAT, and XAT tests. However, having a valid score in any of these exams can be beneficial.

     

    *Eligibility Criteria*

     

    To be eligible for the MBA Hospitality and Tourism program at LPU, you typically need to:

     

    1. Have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.

    2. Appear in LPUNEST (LPU's National Entrance and Scholarship Test) or have a valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, or GMAT.

     

    *Admission Process*

     

    The admission process for the MBA Hospitality and Tourism program at LP

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    Akshay | Contributor-Level 7

    a year ago

    No, taking the CAT, MAT, or XAT is not required in order to get admitted to Lovely Professional University's (LPU) MBA program in hospitality and tourism. This concentration is one of several admissions tracks that LPU provides for its MBA programs.

    LPU offers its own admission exam, LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National admission and Scholarship Test), for MBA candidates who have not taken national management entrance tests like CAT, MAT, or XAT. Based on their results, students might be eligible for admission and scholarships through LPUNEST, which doubles as an entrance exam and a scholarship examination.

    Candidates may be

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    Barbie | Contributor-Level 6

    a year ago

    No, it is not compulsory to give CAT, MAT, or XAT for admission to the MBA in Hospitality and Tourism program at Lovely Professional University (LPU). LPU has its own entrance test, LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test), which serves as the primary criterion for admission and scholarships. Students who perform well in LPUNEST can secure admission without the need for other management entrance tests.

    However, if you have valid scores in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or similar national-level management entrance exams, LPU may consider those scores for admission and scholarship purposes. In such cases, you

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    Ruchi bhardwaj | Contributor-Level 7

    a year ago

    Hello,

    The MBA program at Lovely Professional University (LPU) offers a specialized focus on Tourism and Hospitality Management, designed to equip students with essential skills for thriving in these dynamic sectors. This two-year program emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of industry practices, management principles, and exceptional customer service. The eligibility criteria for admission is to Pass with 55%  aggregate marks in a Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) or equivalent, subject to qualifying 
         1. LPUNEST* or CAT or MAT or XAT or NMAT or CMAT.
         2. Video Essay
     

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    Jinny kaur | Contributor-Level 6

    9 months ago

    The MBA in Tourism, Aviation, and Hospitality program at Lovely Professional University (LPU) does not require applicants to take CAT, MAT, or XAT exams. Instead, they can qualify through various pathways such as LPU's LPUNEST entrance test, National Level Tests, or CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT scores.

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    Samaksh Kastha | Contributor-Level 8

    8 months ago

    Hello,

    Lovely Professional University (LPU) offers multiple pathways for admission to its MBA in Tourism, Aviation, and Hospitality, ensuring flexibility for applicants. Candidates can appear for LPUNEST, the university's own entrance exam, or submit scores from national-level exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT. LPU also accepts professional qualifications such as CA, CS, or CMA from recognized institutions as eligibility criteria. In addition to meeting academic or exam-based requirements, applicants must submit a video essay and attend a personal interview to assess communication skills, leadership potential, and industry interest. Thi

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    Mansi | Contributor-Level 7

    9 months ago

    For admission to the MBA in Tourism, Aviation, and Hospitality at Lovely Professional University (LPU), it is not mandatory to take the CAT, MAT, or XAT exams. LPU offers multiple pathways for admission:

    1. LPUNEST: Candidates can qualify through LPU's own entrance test, the LPUNEST.

    2. National Level Tests: Alternatively, scores from exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT are accepted.

    3. Professional Qualifications: Completion of professional courses such as Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) OR Chartered Accountancy (CA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Cost & Mana

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    Kritika Sangrai | Contributor-Level 8

    a year ago

    Greetings!!!

    No, taking the CAT, MAT, or XAT is not required in order to get admitted to Lovely Professional University's (LPU) MBA program in hospitality and tourism. This concentration is one of several admissions tracks that LPU provides for its MBA programs.

    LPU offers its own admission exam, LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National admission and Scholarship Test), for MBA candidates who have not taken national management entrance tests like CAT, MAT, or XAT. Based on their results, students might be eligible for admission and scholarships through LPUNEST, which doubles as an entrance exam and a scholarship examination.

    Candid

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    Nehal Parihar | Contributor-Level 6

    a year ago

    It is not compulsory to give CAT, MAT, or XAT for admission into the MBA in Hospitality and Tourism at Lovely Professional University (LPU). While these tests are considered for admissions and scholarships, LPU offers alternative pathways, making quality education more accessible to students from diverse academic backgrounds.

    LPU conducts its own LPU National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST), which serves both as an admission test and a scholarship qualifier. Students who perform well in LPUNEST can secure scholarships, significantly reducing the cost of education. Additionally, students with excellent academic records in their u

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