VIT Business School (VITBS)

A Modern, Global B-School on India’s Best Private Campus

VIT Business School stands as a shining example of globally benchmarked, future-ready management education within a research-intensive, innovation-driven university ecosystem. Launched in 1994 as part of the larger VIT University, today VITBS boasts “triple crown” business accreditations (AACSB, NBA, NIRF Top 70) and a presence among India’s top South Zone B-schools, regularly outperforming public-sector peers in diversity, global integration, and industry interface.

Campus and Infrastructure:
Set on a breathtaking 390-acre VIT campus in Vellore, VITBS offers students luxury-class infrastructure and a truly international learning environment:

• Smart classrooms, media and analytics labs, Bloomberg terminals, coding and simulation centers

• Wi-Fi across all academic and residential blocks; 24/7 digital library with 1.5 lakh books, 8,000+ e-journals

• Sports and wellness centers, sprawling hostel blocks (single/double AC and non-AC rooms), amphitheatre, retail spaces, world-class hospitality

Academic Discipline and Faculty:
VITBS curriculum is curated for multidisciplinary excellence, leveraging senior professors from IIM/IIT, international visiting faculty (from US, UK, Singapore, France), corporate practitioners, and ongoing research projects with Fortune 500 companies. The faculty publish prolifically and update course content annually to match market trends in AI, analytics, ESG, digital strategy, and global trade.

Pedagogy & Career Building:
The MBA and BBA programs at VITBS center on real-world business acumen and critical thinking:

• Harvard-Ivey case method and simulation games

• Compulsory summer internship programs

• Mentorship from corporate partners, entrepreneurship incubators, and alumni

• Capstone consulting projects, immersion weeks in Indian/global corporates

Distinguishing Features:

• 100+ active student clubs: finance, marketing, HR, analytics, entrepreneurship, consulting, music, drama, sports

• Annual conferences (VIT Business League, E-Summit), hackathons, start-up pitch events

• Dedicated leadership counseling and employment readiness modules

Global and Industry Connection:
VITBS partners with top global B-schools (including MIT, Purdue, University of Michigan, NTU, NUS, Wageningen), and Indian unicorns for exchanges and research. Students regularly travel on semester exchanges, and participate in “Global Immersion” study tours for cultural, entrepreneurial, and consulting exposure.

Alumni Network:
VITBS alumni serve at Google, Amazon, Deloitte, PWC, L&T, Cognizant, Accenture, Tech Mahindra, and global banks; many head family businesses, startups, and have become CXOs, and venture capitalists.

Value for Money:
With MBA fees under ₹7.1 lakh and average placement at ₹7.58 lakh, VITBS continues to be a top choice for high ROI, modern MBAs in India. Scholarships, fee waivers, and means-based support enhance accessibility for high-potential, diverse students.

Tip: Applications usually open for BBA in March and EMBA in February. Candidates should cross-check with VITBS portal as dates may change.

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Duration: 2 Years Full Time
Core Structure:

• First Year: General management, core functional areas

• Second Year: Specializations, advanced electives, capstone project, compulsory summer internship (8–10 weeks)

Specializations:

• Marketing

• Finance

• Human Resource Management

• Business Analytics

• Operations and Supply Chain Management

• Entrepreneurship

• General Management

• IT/Systems Management

• International Business

Elective Tracks:

• Data Science and AI for Business

• Start-up Strategy and Venture Capital

• Fintech and Digital Transformation

• Social Innovation and Sustainability

• Retail and E-Commerce Management

Experiential Components:

• Harvard/IIM case study pedagogy

• Business simulation contests, analytics hackathons, live corporate consulting projects, real-market “Pitch Day” events

BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

Duration: 3 Years
Highlights:

• Interdisciplinary modules covering management, economics, entrepreneurship, analytics, marketing

• Built-in internships and business project assignments

• Pathways for fast-track MBA/PGDM options post BBA

• Ranked among top South Zone UG business programs

Executive MBA (EMBA)

Duration: 18 Months (for working professionals)
Features:

• Weekend and hybrid schedules

• Custom tracks in leadership, business analytics, finance, HR, entrepreneurship

• Action learning, leadership labs, cross-industry peer modules

Doctoral Programs (Ph.D. in Management)

Duration: 3–5 Years
Options:

• Full-time and part-time

• Advanced research themes in management, analytics, supply chain, entrepreneurship, economics, technology management

Short-term and Certification Courses

• Business Analytics/Big Data

• Digital Strategy

• Supply Chain and Project Management

• Entrepreneurship, Communication, Fintech, ESG standards

Eligibility:

• MBA: Graduate in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (SC/ST/PH 55%); final-year students eligible

• BBA: 10+2 with 60% aggregate

• EMBA: Bachelor’s with min 55%, 2 years full-time work experience

Entrance:

• MBA: CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/NMAT/GMAT or VITBEE (VIT Business School Entrance Exam)

  • VITBEE includes Aptitude, English, Logical Reasoning, Managerial Awareness

• BBA: Direct merit (10+2); personal interview

• Ph.D.: VIT Research Entrance; interview + academic credentials

Selection:

• Shortlist via entrance + profile screening

• GD/PI conducted physically or online (international/national candidates)

• Final offer based on overall merit and reservation norms per university guidelines

Scholarships/Reservation:

• Generous merit, gender, diversity, and need-based scholarships (up to full tuition waiver)

• Reservation policies as per UGC and government standards

Tips for Applicants:

• Prepare core subjects, aptitude, communication for entrance

• Participate in profile-enhancing activities (internships, online certifications, real projects)

Refundable Deposits: ₹10,000 per intake
Exam/Library/IT/Medical Fees: Minor add-ons per semester

Financial Assistance:

• Scholarships: Academic merit, sports, diversity, economically weaker sections

• Installment-based fee payment permitted

• National/federal and institutional scholarships accessible for eligible students

Highest Package: ₹23 LPA
Average MBA Salary: ₹7.58 LPA
Median Salary: ₹8.43 LPA
Placement Percentage: 92% (2023–24)
Total Recruiters: 400+
Notable Companies:

• Deloitte, KPMG, EY, ICICI Bank, Wipro, Cognizant, Accenture, TCS, HCL, Amazon, Infosys, Capgemini

• Pharma, consulting, analytics, technology, finance, retail, manufacturing, startups

Internship Support:

• 100% of MBAs/BBA placed in paid internships; stipends up to ₹1 Lakh/month

• Projects in fintech, consumer retail, analytics, supply chain, sustainability

Alumni Network:

• More than 6,000 graduates in top companies worldwide; regular alumni interaction, mentoring, and placement support

Key Placement Sectors:

• IT/ITES: 32%

• BFSI: 21%

• Analytics: 18%

• Consulting & E-commerce: 10%

• FMCG/Retail: 8%

• Pharma/Healthcare: 6%

• Manufacturing/Core: 5%

Campus Life and Clubs

• Student-run clubs: VIT Business League, Marketing Maniacs, FinClub, HR Nexus, Analytics Cell, Entrepreneur’s Knight, Debate, CSR Initiative

• Annual fests: VIT Business Summit, HackVIT, E-League, Sports Festival

• Premium sports facilities: Olympic-standard grounds, courts, swimming pool, gym

• Hostel events, food carnivals, cultural days, leadership and networking forums