The Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, commonly referred to as SIBM Hyderabad, is part of Symbiosis International Deemed to be University (SIU). In 2019, the institute achieved a ranking of 65th for its MBA program according to Business Today. The faculty comprises over 50 permanent and visiting members.
SIBM Hyderabad provides an MBA program across various fields, including Human Resource Management, Finance, General Management, and Business, among others. The institute collaborates with several international universities.
SIBM Hyderabad Admission 2023: Eligibility & Selection Criteria
The admission process for SIBM Hyderabad starts every August. Applications are submitted online through the institute's official website.
- Admissions for the MBA program are based on the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP).
- The institute welcomes both Indian and international students for admission.
How SNAP has evolved?
Each year, around 70,000 to 80,000 candidates apply for SNAP across all Symbiosis institutions. In recent years, SNAP has become a benchmark for MBA aspirants throughout India. As SNAP continues to evolve, the institute has also enhanced its selection process. The exam's focus has shifted from arithmetic and quantitative aptitude to reasoning, application, and language skills. Currently, SNAP emphasizes reasoning abilities and the application skills of candidates during the selection process. In an exclusive interview with Unilist.com, Dr. Ravi Kumar Jain, Director of SIBM, discussed the evolution of SNAP in recent years; you can watch it by clicking the link below:
The institute offers a full-time two-year MBA program at the postgraduate level, structured over four semesters, with two semesters each year. In addition to academics, the curriculum includes training programs that provide students with hands-on experience with leading organizations. A distinctive feature of this institute is Yatra, an initiative where students visit rural areas to learn about rural marketing and consumer behavior. Another unique aspect of the curriculum is the Master Class, a corporate mentorship program that helps students grasp various management concepts. Under the Master Class, students can engage in activities such as hands-on training, internships, and live projects.
Selection criteria: Candidates are shortlisted based on their SNAP scores and performance in Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI), and Written Ability Test (WAT). The eligibility criteria are outlined below:
MBA |
|---|
Specialisation | Seat Intake | Eligibility Criteria |
Marketing | 120 | Qualifying exam: SNAP Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with an aggregate of 50% (45% for SC/ ST category candidates) |
Finance |
Operations |
Human Resource |
Note: Students in their final year of graduation may also apply, but they must provide proof of passing the qualifying exam at the time of admission.
The final selection of candidates is determined by their SNAP score, PI, WAT, and GE. Below is the table detailing the weightage for each component:
Component | Weightage (in %) |
|---|
SNAP score | 50 |
PI | 30 |
WAT | 10 |
GE | 10 |
Note: Additional weightage will be awarded to candidates with work experience or outstanding academic performance.
In addition to the full-time MBA program, the institute offers an Executive MBA program designed for working professionals, with classes held exclusively on weekends. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their graduation scores and performance in PI and WAT.
Course | Seat Intake | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|
MBA (Executive) | 60 | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with an aggregate of 50% with at least two years of work experience |
Experimental Learning Initiatives at SIBM Hyderabad
The MBA program's pedagogy emphasizes student learning, which includes the Rural Immersion Programme, known as Yatra. The institute regularly organizes industrial visits and guest lectures. Students specializing in Operations Management visit manufacturing units or service companies to learn about process design and the implementation of concepts like Six Sigma. Those specializing in HR visit corporate settings to understand benefits administration and compensation design. In addition to these visits, the institute conducts a summer internship program to enhance students' learning experiences. In an exclusive interview with Unilist.com, Dr. Ravi Kumar Jain, Director of SIBM, discussed all the experimental learning initiatives at SIBM; you can watch it by clicking the link below:
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