Embarking on the journey of pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a significant decision that can shape your career and open doors to a world of opportunities. However, the MBA landscape is diverse, offering various specialisations that cater to distinct interests and aspirations.
In this blog, we will explore some of the Symbiosis MBA specialisations, shedding light on the unique possibilities they present in the dynamic business world. Whether you're interested in marketing strategies, human resource management, finance, operations, supply chain management, or data analytics, we'll unravel the intricate details of each specialisation.
Additionally, we'll provide valuable insights into the admissions process at Symbiosis International (Deemed University), one of India's premier institutions, to help you navigate your path towards an enriching MBA experience. Let's embark on this educational journey and discover the specialisation that aligns perfectly with your career aspirations.
Marketing professionals play a crucial role in shaping the destiny of products and services, devising strategies that resonate with customers, and working closely with sales teams and product managers. The marketing field is vast and includes various roles like:
With businesses fiercely competing for customer attention, the demand for marketing experts is on the rise. The core syllabus includes Principles of Marketing, Consumer Behavior. Marketing Research. Advertising and Public Relations, Sales Management, Retail Management, Marketing Strategy.
If you're considering an MBA with a specialisation in Human Resource Management, you'll be venturing into the realm of HR professionals. They handle recruitment, training, employee benefits, and relations, with roles like:
In a world where employee engagement and retention are paramount, HR professionals are in high demand. The core syllabus includes Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Compensation and Benefits, Recruitment and Selection, Training and Development, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Strategic Human Resource Management, and International Human Resource Management.
Opting for an MBA with a specialisation in Finance will immerse you in the world of financial management. Finance professionals manage a company's financial resources and work with statements like the balance sheet and income statement. Specialised roles encompass:
The increasing reliance on data and analytics for financial decisions is driving the demand for finance experts. The core syllabus includes Financial, Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Financial Markets and Institutions, Risk Management, Financial Analysis and Valuation, Business Strategy, International Finance, Business Ethics and Corporate Governance.
For those inclined towards operations and supply chain management, an MBA with this specialisation offers exciting prospects. These professionals oversee the flow of goods and services and collaborate with stakeholders like suppliers and distributors. Key roles include:
As businesses prioritise efficiency and cost savings, the demand for operations and supply chain management experts continues to grow. The core syllabus includes Operations Management, Supply Chain Management Logistics, Inventory Management, Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Data Analytics. Project Management, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Sustainability.
For data enthusiasts, an MBA with a specialisation in Data Analytics is a ticket to a dynamic career. Data analytics professionals collect, analyse, and interpret data to solve business problems. The spectrum of roles includes:
The exponential growth of data-driven decision-making is fueling the demand for data analytics professionals. The core syllabus includes Business Analytics, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Big Data, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Optimization, Database Management, Business Intelligence, and Ethics in Data Analytics.
Symbiosis, a renowned institution, holds the 32nd rank among Indian universities as per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, Symbiosis stands as a brand built on three pillars: academic excellence, industry relevance, and a global outlook. Key factors contributing to its brand and legacy include:
Symbiosis offers above mentioned MBA specialisations through various B-Schools, producing world-class graduates ready to contribute to society and industry. These B-Schools are-
If you wish to do an MBA in any of these specialisations from Symbiosis, the only gateway is the SNAP exam. The complete process for SNAP registration involves -
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Registration closes on |
November 22, 2024 (Friday) |
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Payment closes on |
November 22, 2024 (Friday) |
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Admit Card Live on |
December 02, 2024 (Monday) for SNAP Test 1 December 09, 2024 (Monday) for SNAP Test 02 December 15, 2024 (Sunday) for SNAP Test 03 |
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SNAP Computer Base Test (CBT) 2024 |
December 08, 2024 (Sunday) December 15, 2024 (Sunday) December 21, 2024 (Saturday) |
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Announcement of Result |
January 08, 2025 (Wednesday) |
Timings of the tests will be communicated to the candidates via their Admit Card
You can apply as per the eligibility mentioned below as per the individual institutes -
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SIBM, Pune |
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Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National
Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks
or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes) at
graduation. |
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SIBM, Pune |
Master of Business Administration (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) |
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SICSR |
Master of Business Administration (Information Technology) |
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Master of Business Administration (Digital Transformation) |
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SIIB |
Master of Business Administration (International Business) |
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SIDTM |
Master of Business Administration (Digital and Telecom Management) |
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SIMC |
Master of Business Administration (Communication Management) |
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SCIT |
Master of Business Administration (Information Technology Business Management) |
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SIHS |
Master of Business Administration (Hospital and Healthcare Management) |
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SSBF |
Master of Business Administration (Banking and Finance) |
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SSSS |
Master of Business Administration (Sports Management) |
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SIBM, Bengaluru |
Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics) |
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SCMHRD |
Master of Business Administration (Infrastructure Development and Management) |
a. Graduation in any Engineering Stream (B.E. or B. Tech), Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch), or Bachelor of Planning (B. Plan.) from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade, [45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates].
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Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics) |
Graduate from any discipline from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes) and minimum two years full time work experience after completion of graduation. |
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SIIB |
Master of Business Administration (Agri Business) |
Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes. |
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Master of Business Administration (Sustainability Management) |
Bachelor of Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture/ Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
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SIMS |
Master of Business Administration |
Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade. Defence category candidate should be son/ daughter/ spouse of defence personnel. |
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SIOM, Nashik |
Master of Business Administration (Operations Management) |
Engineering Graduate (Bachelor of Engineering/ Technology) from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes). |
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Master of Business Administration (Agri Operations Management) |
Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes). |
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SCIT |
Master of Business Administration (Data Sciences & Data Analytics) |
Graduate from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance and with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes). |
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SIBM Nagpur |
Master of Business Administration (Food and Agri-Business Management) |
Graduate from any recognized University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes) at graduation. |
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SSCANS |
Master of Business Administration (Food Technology and Food Enterprise Management) |
Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National
Importance in Food Technology, Hotel Management, Home Science, Food
Science & Quality Control, Culinary Arts, Food
Ecology/Sustainability, Packaging Technology, Nutrition, Microbiology,
Agriculture, Biotechnology, Food Engineering etc, with a minimum of 50%
marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled
Caste /Scheduled Tribes) at |
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SSBF |
Master of Business Administration (Banking and Finance) (Dual Degree, with Aston University, UK) * |
The candidate should be a graduate from any recognised University/ Institution and should not have any backlogs. Candidate should be able to furnish required academic records on demand. Dual degree with Aston University, UK Eligibility Requirement at SIU (as per SIU norms)- • Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 65% marks or equivalent grade • A candidate who has completed a qualifying degree from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). • All foreign degrees/ qualifications need to be verified from AIU by the candidate before seeking admission to any program of SIU. • The Evaluation Division of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) issues equivalence certificate for foreign degrees/qualifications. • Additionally, for dual degree programme student needs to secure at least 6.5 GPA in the first semester at SSBF Eligibility Requirement at Aston University (in addition to the above) – • 60% overall in Bachelor’s Degree | 6 out of 10 GPA |4.2 out of 7 GPA + a content minimum of 50% from each of the following areas: Economics(micro/macro), Statistics, Quantitative Methods, Mathematics, Finance • A minimum of 75% (CBSE/ISC) or 80% (State Board/NIOS) in Standard 12th English for the reasons of compliance OR 6.5 (3 bands at 6.0, and 1 band at 5.5) in IELTS • Letter of Recommendation (LOR) from your previous institute or employer. • Prior work experience is preferred however not mandatory. Work experience/Internship document to be provided, if applicable. Please see https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/finance-msc for more details |
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Master of Business Administration (Banking and Finance) (Dual Degree, with Macquarie University, Australia) * |
The candidate should be a graduate from a recognised institute and should not have any backlogs. Candidate should be able to furnish required academic records on demand. Dual degree with Macquarie University, Australia Eligibility Requirement at SIU (as per SIU norms)- • Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 65% marks or equivalent grade • A candidate who has completed a qualifying degree from any Foreign University must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). • All foreign degrees/ qualifications need to be verified from AIU by the candidate before seeking admission to any program of SIU. • The Evaluation Division of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) issues equivalence certificate for foreign degrees/qualifications. • Additionally, for dual degree programme student needs to secure at least 6.5 CGPA in the first and second semester at SSBF Eligibility Requirement at Macquarie University (in addition to the above) – • Completion of 1 year (semesters 1 and 2) of the relevant SSBF MBA program with a minimum of WAM 65. • Completion of an undergraduate degree with a minimum average score of 50% or equivalent. Students must submit SIU-certified mark sheets – Class 12 and Bachelor’s Degree Certificate • Minimum Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with a minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent • Prior work experience preferred however not mandatory. Work experience/Internship document to be provided, if applicable. Please visit Macquarie University (Master of Banking and Finance | Macquarie University Sydney (mq.edu.au) website for more details |
Step 1 - Visit the official registration portal at www.snaptest.org
Step 1 - Click on the new user tab (Register Here)
Step 3 - Read the terms and conditions and click on ‘I agree’
Step 4 - Re-login and fill the SNAP registration form 2024
Step 5 - Enter the OTP & validate your mobile no. Also, verify your email id.
Step 6 - Pay the SNAP registration fee
Step 7 - Fill part II of the registration form along with the required details about your preferred colleges.
So, what are you waiting for? Take the next step and be a part of Symbiosis today!
