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The general rule for the MBA/PGDM programs offered at SIES College of Management Studies is that there is no direct admission. Normally admissions follow these procedures:

Entrance Exam: You have to have a valid score from one of the entrance exams which could be CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, or MAH CET.

Group Discussion and Personal Interview : Candidates shortlisted based on scores in entrance exams are interviewed through Group Discussion and Personal Interview 

Final Selection: Finally, it depends on all the entrance exams taken into consideration along with academic record, GD and PI, and sometimes even work experience.

However, there may be certain management quota or special provision admissions that are not widely publicized.

To get into the MBA/PGDM programme at SIES College of Management Studies, candidates have to first give a recognised entrance exam like CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, or MAH CET. After that, they are required to fill up the online application form and pay the fee ranging from INR 1,000 to INR 2,500, depending upon the course. There would be further evaluation like group discussion (GD), personal interviews (PI), and will check all the shortlisted candidate academic background and experience at workplace; these stages' performance, through an appropriate, would select and validate every applicant's documents along with making the payment of his required fees.

SIES College of Management Studies does not offer a 100% scholarship to students. Instead, the college offers various forms of financial support, such as:

Merit-Based Scholarships: The students achieving above average in academics may have chances for partial scholarships or awards. This depends mainly on entrance exam scores and usually other factors like academic performance, while extracurricular involvement often accompanies.

Government Scholarships: Students belonging to the reserved categories or those of a particular category qualify for government scholarships-from the Maharashtra Government or central schemes.

Educational Loans: SIESCOMS has tie-ups with banks to provide educational loans to students who need loans.

The college does not have a 100% scholarship scheme, but it has other schemes meant to reduce the burden on the student in question.

Yes, SIES College of Management Studies offers different scholarships for eligible students. These are based on merit-cum-means scholarships, which will provide scholarships to students with great academic achievements. There are also scholarships that are meant to support economically weaker sections. The SC/ST/OBC scholarships and other such government schemes are available, and there are also some other external sources of funding available. The specific criteria and procedure for application of these scholarships may change, so it is suggested to check the official website or contact the admissions office for the latest details of available scholarships and their respective eligibility requirements?

SIES College of Management Studies (SIESCOMS) has many modern and well-equipped campus facilities for the academic and extracurricular activities of the students. The key features are:

Classrooms and Learning Spaces:

Classrooms have been designed in a manner that fosters interactive learning with projectors, smart boards, and audio-visual systems for effective teaching.

Dedicated spaces are available for group discussions and team-based learning that fosters collaboration.

Library:

Campus contains a well-stocked library with a comprehensive collection of management books, journals, e-resources, and other research materials.

Online database and periodicals are easily accessible to the students with this feature, which keeps them informed of the latest trends.

Wi-Fi and IT Infra:

High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus for research and learning support

Well-maintained computer labs are provided with advanced software for academic and personal developments

Hostel and accommodation :

Since the college does not have an in-campus hostel, outdoor stays with tie-ups from adjacent facilities for boys and girls are provided.

Cafeteria and Dining:

This campus provides a cafeteria wherein it caters to numerous kinds of meals, snacks, and beverages catering towards wide varieties of tastes and other requirements.

Sports and Recreational Facilities:

Campus facilities

Student Life

Students are permitted to indulge in various indoor games and outdoor activities in the campus. It also holds fitness programmes and yoga sessions'

Auditorium and Seminar Halls:

SIESCOMS has auditoriums and seminar halls that include the latest AV systems through which the events, guest lectures and conferences are taken.

Support Services to Students

The college maintains' strong student support services which include career counseling, workshop and mentorship programs to help the students. A placement cell is also available which helps in internships as well as jobs.

These facilities are thus designed to create a conducive environment for learning and to offer an all-round campus experience helping students to achieve academic and professional excellence.

Indeed, SIES College of Management Studies has an active placement cell that ensures placement and helps a number of students for internships and jobs. The Placement Cell coordinates and collaborates directly with all reputed companies to hold campus recruitments. The Training programs with the students are enhanced through workshops and mock interviews. Through the Placement Cell, they offer top recruiters within finance, marketing, HR, and operation functions. This well-planned placement cell not only helps in the acquisition of professional skills and confidence but also helps make students ready for the corporate world. Most students acquire high-paying jobs with the assistance of such well-organized placement cells.

SIES College of Management Studies offers one of the best choices of an MBA/PGDM course because of the comprehensive curriculum, renowned faculty, and excellent placement records. The college maintains a strong relationship with industry; top companies like Amazon, Capgemini, and SBI visit the campus regularly to recruit students. Students will have a holistic learning experience, which would focus both on theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Consistently high academic levels with state-of-the art facilities and a very desirable average package give the college an attractibility position for the aspiring professionals towards management?

Yes, admission to the MBA/PGDM course is available through SIES College of Management Studies without taking the CAT examination. This college takes multiple entrance examination scores like; 

The preferred test among many other, though is 

CAT that stands for Common Admission Test.

CMAT  

XAT that is an acronym of Xavier Aptitude Test. 

MAH CET is basically the short name of the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test. 

GMAT, also known as Graduate Management Admission Test

If you have valid scores from any of these exams, you can apply for the MBA/PGDM programme at SIESCOMS. The college will evaluate your application based on your entrance exam score, followed by a Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).

In short, though CAT is a popular alternative, it is not mandatory to be in possession of the scores of CAT to apply at SIESCOMS to get the MBA/PGDM. You can apply if your score is valid from any other accepted

 exams.