ASBM Mumbai is committed to cultivating "Leaders of Tomorrow" through world-class management education that blends theoretical rigor with practical exposure. ASBM's vibrant campus, modern classrooms, digital labs, and collaborative learning environment support an active, multi-disciplinary student culture. The institute consistently emphasizes skill development, ethical values, entrepreneurship, professional growth, and social responsibility.
The PGDM curriculum at ASBM is designed in close consultation with industry leaders, academic experts, and alumni. It is constantly refreshed to stay in sync with the changing demands of business and technology. In the first year, students acquire a solid foundation in management disciplines—accounting, finance, marketing, operations, organizational behavior, and economics—supported by training in data analytics, communication, and innovation.
The second year is dedicated to specialization, with dual major/minor tracks chosen from Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations, and IT. Elective courses cover subjects like FinTech, Digital Marketing, Advanced Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Law, and Strategic Management.
To drive innovation, every student works on practical projects, live case studies, capstone consulting assignments, and participates in industry visits and simulated boardroom exercises. ASBM's faculty are a blend of PhD scholars, IIM/IIT alumni, practicing managers, and visiting international professors, ensuring academic depth and diverse perspectives.
True to its ethos, ASBM believes "Success doesn't come from what you know, but how you apply it." The Career Development Centre (CDC) drives employability and real-world readiness through resume workshops, mock interviews, corporate mentoring, and skill mapping. Soft skills, business etiquette, negotiation, ethics, leadership, and cross-cultural communication are integral to the PGDM experience.
Clubs and committees such as Marketing Club, Finance Forum, Entrepreneurship Cell, CSR Club, Cultural and Sports Activities, and the Analytics Club work hand-in-hand with academics to foster holistic development. Students routinely represent ASBM in national conferences, inter-college business competitions (e.g., Citibank, HUL, Deloitte Case Challenges), and TEDx-style leadership events.
ASBM's Mumbai urban campus features air-conditioned smart classrooms, digital and physical libraries with 12,000+ business books, Bloomberg/Reuters databases, Wi-Fi connectivity, amphitheater, creative labs, trading simulation room, and state-of-the-art IT infrastructure. Students have affordable access to campus recreation, student lounges, sports facilities, and on-site food courts.
The school’s location in Mumbai—not far from the commercial hubs of Andheri and BKC—enables continuous industry touchpoints, including classroom visits from business leaders, access to live projects, and proximity to top employers for internships and placements.
ASBM offers a truly cosmopolitan and diverse campus life, reflecting Mumbai’s vibrancy. With students from over 22 states, the ASBM experience extends far beyond lectures.
Crescendo: ASBM’s flagship management and cultural fest, featuring debates, quizzes, case competitions, music, and dance.
Entrepreneurship Cell: For aspiring start-up founders, supporting idea incubation, business plan competitions, and mentorship.
Finance Club, Marketing Forum, HR Circle: Organize knowledge sessions, guest talks, analytics hackathons, and social cause events.
CSR & Social Impact: Collaboration with NGOs on community development projects, environmental drives, and literacy campaigns.
Sports: Facilities for cricket, football, badminton, gym, yoga, plus annual inter-college sports tournaments.
E-library subscriptions to Harvard, JSTOR, Springer, and EBSCO.
Guest lectures by CEOs, start-up founders, entrepreneurs, and alumni.
Industry visits (every student is required to visit 4+ companies during the course).
Case writing, TEDx events, leadership workshops.
The faculty at ASBM are drawn from IIMs, IITs, and leading B-schools, as well as practicing industry managers. This blend of academia and practice drives an experiential learning approach that prepares students for 21st-century careers.
Dr. Ravi Kumar (PhD, IIM-A) – Dean Academics, ex-Consultant at Deloitte.
Ms. Sunita Desai (MBA, HR, TISS Mumbai) – HR expert with 15+ years in Talent Acquisition.
Mr. Amit Poddar (PGDM, XLRI) – Marketing Strategy, Brand Building practitioner.
Dr. Shirley Dias (PhD, Finance) – CFA Trainer, Ex-Kotak Mahindra Bank.
Visiting faculty from IIT Bombay, NMIMS, and corporate leaders from HUL, KPMG, and Tata Group routinely deliver industry modules and workshops.
With over 1800 graduates, ASBM has built a vibrant, supportive alumni ecosystem. Prominent alumni work at:
HSBC Hong Kong, Citi, Standard Chartered, KPMG, PwC, Capgemini, Reliance, Aditya Birla, Deloitte, Amazon India, Godrej, Byju’s, Hansa Cequity, Yes Bank, BigBasket, Asian Paints, and at start-ups across India.
The alumni network supports placement, internships, training programs, and guest talks, and actively helps new graduates with professional networking and mentorship.
ASBM offers several scholarship schemes for PGDM students:
Merit-based Scholarships: For candidates with exceptional performance (above 85 percentile in CAT/XAT/GMAT or 95+ in CMAT/MAT), up to ₹2,00,000 tuition remission.
Women in Management Scholarship: Incentive for women applicants based on academics and interview.
Early Bird Waivers and Need-based Aids: For students applying before the priority deadline or from socio-economically weaker backgrounds.
Special Category (Differently abled/Minority): Subject to academic and financial proof.
Scholarships are competitive and subject to annual review. Multiple scholarships can be combined up to a defined ceiling per student.
ASBM PGDM is approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of HRD, Government of India. The curriculum follows global management education guidelines and is benchmarked to leading B-Schools in India and overseas.
ASBM is a member of:
CII (Confederation of Indian Industry)
AIMA (All India Management Association)
AMDISA (Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia)
National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) – Start-up support
Institute of Analytics (UK) – Data analytics and certification partner
1. Mumbai Advantage: Live, learn, and launch your career in India’s corporate capital, with maximum industry connect and opportunities.
2. Dual Specialization & Experiential Pedagogy: Customize your PGDM, focus on projects and real cases, not just textbooks.
3. Strong Placement & Global Curriculum: 100% placement for multiple years, over 80 recruiters, international curriculum, digital certifications.
4. Expert Faculty & Supportive Alumni: Learn from some of the best—academics + practitioners; alumni network across global careers.
5. Diverse, Supportive Student Experience: Cultural fests, industry interaction, sports, and CSR—all in a safe and welcoming environment.
6. Scholarship & Financial Aid: Robust financial support system to reward merit and encourage diversity.
Being in Mumbai, ASBM operates on both early-bird and rolling admissions. Applying early is highly recommended for maximum specialization and scholarship options.
| Event | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Application Opens Online | December 2024 |
| Early Action Deadline | 31 January 2025 |
| Main Application Deadline | 31 March 2025 |
| PI/Selection Rounds | Jan–April 2025 |
| Final Merit List & Offer Letters | Rolling |
| Offer Acceptance/Initial Fee | Within 15 days of offer |
| Orientation & Induction | First week of June 2025 |
| Session Start (PGDM 2025–27) | Mid-June 2025 |
Dates are subject to change.
All selection rounds are held both offline (Mumbai campus) and online for outstation candidates.
ASBM Mumbai's flagship program is the AICTE-approved, 2-year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), fully equivalent to an MBA by UGC standards.
Marketing Management
Consumer Behavior
Brand Management
Digital and Social Media Marketing
Retail and Sales Management
Market Research and Analytics
Finance
Corporate Finance
Investment Banking
Financial Markets and Institutions
Derivatives & Risk Management
FinTech & Financial Analytics
Human Resource Management
Talent Acquisition and Retention
Organization Development
Labor Laws and HR Analytics
Performance and Compensation Management
Cross-cultural Leadership
Operations and Supply Chain
Production & Operations Management
Logistics Management
Procurement and Vendor Management
Six Sigma, Lean Operations
Project and Quality Management
Information Technology
IT for Managers
Business Intelligence
Data Analytics & Visualization
ERP & SAP fundamentals
Cybersecurity for Business
Note: Students may choose a dual specialization to broaden employability and adapt to emerging cross-sectoral job roles.
First-Year (PGDM): Core management courses, communication, statistics, economics, accounting, IT, marketing & HR basics, leadership development.
Second-Year (PGDM): Choice-based electives, minor/dual specialization, summer internship, live consulting project, entrepreneurship capstone.
All students must complete a mandatory internship (8 weeks) and a dissertation or applied business project for program completion.
ASBM ensures its intake is merit-driven but also values diversity and holistic excellence.
Online Application: Available via the official website. Application fee of ₹2,000, payable online.
Eligibility Check: Gradation with a minimum of 50% (45% for SC/ST) from any stream. Final-year candidates may apply provisionally.
Entrance Exam Score Submission: CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT/MAT/ATMA/MH-CET scores accepted.
Shortlisting: Based on entrance score, academic record, and work experience (if any).
Personal Interview: Conducted in-person on campus or via secure video-call; questions around education, career goals, business knowledge, and problem-solving.
Merit List: Composite of academics, test score, PI, profile, achievements.
Provisional Offer: Candidates receive an 'Invitation to Apply' call or email.
Block Your Seat: Payment of registration/initial tuition fee within stipulated days.
Document Verification & Enrollment: Original degrees/certificates and KYC process.
Induction Program: Called "ASBM Foundation Fortnight," includes team activities, business games, corporate guest lectures, and city familiarization.
Reserved category/physically disabled students receive relaxation.
Early-application scholarships and women-in-leadership scholarships available.
Custom counseling support for outstation, international, or working professionals.
Students pay the program fee in either semester or yearly installments. Security deposit is refundable. Academic fee covers examination fees, library access, digital resources, lab materials, and student activities.
| Fee Head | Amount (INR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹2,000 (OT) | Non-refundable, one-time |
| Year 1 Tuition | ₹3,90,000 | Includes all academic fees |
| Year 2 Tuition | ₹3,90,000 | Payable before start of year |
| Security Deposit | ₹10,000 | Refundable after course |
| Hostel (PG nearby) | ₹90,000–₹1,80,000/yr | As per Mumbai locality |
| Food & Living | ₹5,000–₹8,000/month | Depends on student choice |
| Total (Non-hosteller) | ₹7,92,000 | Full course tuition |
| Total (Hosteller) | ₹9,72,000–10,52,000 | Estimated, all inclusive |
Note: Bus/transport, exam re-appear, or optional global certification costs extra. Students encouraged to budget for additional living and professional expenses as per individual needs and preferences.
ASBM’s in-house Career Development Centre (CDC) is acclaimed for year-round mentoring, resume refinement, career mapping, mock assessments, and placement drives. Its strong recruiter connections—built over years in Mumbai—translate into high placement rates, premium job profiles, and competitive salary packages.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | ₹25,00,000 |
| Average Package | ₹7,75,000 |
| Median Package | ₹7,00,000 |
| Lowest Package | ₹2,25,000 |
| Placement Rate | 95–98% |
| Top Sector | BFSI, IT, Retail, Industrial, FMCG, Automotive, Consulting |
Key Recruiters: ICICI Bank, HSBC, American Express, Deloitte, KPMG, Capgemini, Indiamart, OYO, 99acres, Aditya Birla, Axis Bank, HDFC, TCS, Citi Bank, Byju’s, and more.
Profiles Offered: Analyst, Management Trainee, Investment Banker, Financial Analyst, Marketing Associate, HR Generalist, Operations Manager, Data Analyst, Business Development Manager, and others.
100% students annually secure summer internships, mainly in Mumbai and Tier-1 cities, receiving stipends from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per month depending on role and profile.
Graduates of ASBM have launched successful careers across sectors including BFSI, consulting, analytics, e-commerce, manufacturing, and B2B sales. The alumni network is quickly growing and supportive, with mentoring, training, and webinar support for current students.
In addition to the core PGDM, all students get a chance to earn value-added certificates (Six Sigma, SAP, Tally, Advanced Excel, CFA Foundation, Digital Marketing, etc.) in association with corporate partners. These not only increase employability but also give an edge in campus placements.
