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Master of Business Administration – CHRIST (Deemed to be University) + Master of Business Administration (Western Michigan University), USA

WMU began its partnership with Christ University in 1997 and has been successfully working with students from Christ for more than 20 years. Now, WMU is offering its MBA program for Christ University students. The program’s integrated approach, flexibility and opportunity to discover your path in business, make it particularly attractive.
This double MBA program is offered by CHRIST University and Western Michigan University.Students who graduate from the program will receive an MBA in the chosen specialization (Marketing/Finance/Lean Operations and Systems/Human Resources/Business Analytics/Entrepreneurship & Innovation) from CHRIST University and a Master of Business Administration from Western Michigan University.

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Why choose this course?

Enhances Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, and Decision-Making Skills

AICTE Approved and NBA Accredited Programme

Builds Leadership and Entrepreneurship Acumen

Excellent placements Opportunities in the US

Dynamic Curriculum Suitable for the Current Business Environment

Six Specializations and Value added courses to meet your career goals

What you will learn?

Modules

Career Prospects

Business Analyst, Credit Controller, Tax Consultant, Risk and Financial Advisory.

Product Efficiency Engineer, Supply chain analyst, Operations manager.

Sales Development Specialist, Associate Campaign Specialist

HR Analyst, Talent Acquisition Manager, Personnel officers.

Customer Success Manager, Client and Market Growth, ESG Analyst,.

Information Analyst, Data analyst, Predictive modeler.

Application Process

Applicants may apply for the programme from 8th December 2023. applications will be available online on the University website till the date applications will officially close.

Applications for each programme will close approximately a week before the scheduled selection process.

All applicants must visit the page: https://appstat.christuniversity.in and register by entering NAME (as printed on Class 10 Marks Card), EMAIL-ID, and set a password.  (The email id and mobile number provided will be used for sending confirmation and application status-update messages). An applicant can apply for as many programmes using the same ID as long as the prescribed eligibility criteria for the specific programme is fulfilled.

Applicants must have the following documents prior to fill the application online:

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores
Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the option to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students who fall under any of the following classifications, at the time of application may apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the course.

Note: If only condition 5 is satisfied, and not conditions 1 to 4 above, NRI student category fee will be applicable only for the first year.


For email queries:  nri.admission@christuniversity.in

Admission Process

Selection process results will be available on https://appstat.christuniversity.in Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission. The offer will be valid upto the date mentioned in the Offer of admission.
 
All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.
 
Selected candidates must download the offer of admission on the ‘Application Status’ link on the University website.

To process admission

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification during the admission process.

An undertaking for pending original documents unavailable currently [applicable only for candidates writing/passing their exam in March – May – 2024], must be submitted to the Office of Admissions. These documents must be submitted on or before 20 September 2024.

Failure to submit the pending documents will be treated as unsuccessful in the qualifying examination or considered “Not Eligible” and admission will be terminated from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) without any claim.

All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process and must carry relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card).

The University ID card is a smart card, which is both an ID cum ATM card with a chip containing the student personal details. All transactions within the University campus after the commencement of classes, including fee payment, will be processed only through this card. It is also an access card for Library and other restricted places.

Selected candidates who fall under International student category (ISC) should register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO / FRO) of the Local Police in Bengaluru, India within 14 working days from the date of admission or arriving in Bengaluru.

The date of commencement of the academic Year 2024 will be intimated during the admission process.

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:
The Office of Admissions,
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,
Bengaluru – 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 92430 80800
+91 80 4012 9400

Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
NRI candidates: nri.admission@christuniversity.in
International: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru – 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 80 4012 9800,
+91 80 4012 9802
+91 80 4012 9820

Email
admissions.kengeri@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road,
Bengaluru – 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 080 4655 1306

Email
admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Nagasandra, Near Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 560 073, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 97422 44407
+91 80 6989 6666

Email
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court, PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune – 412112, Maharashtra

Phone
1800-123-2009

Email
admission.lavasa@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

Important Dates - 2024

Important Dates for MBA Selection Process Session – II
 
Candidates may prepare their travel plan as per the “Important Dates Section” and book the travel tickets well in advance in order to avoid disappointment in losing an opportunity to appear in the selection process.
 
Selection Process II
Date
Time
Particulars/Events
Venue/Website
January 30, 2024
16:00 Hrs
Application available online
April 7, 2024
17:00 Hrs
Last day of submitting the application online
April 10, 2024
23:00 Hrs
Release of selection process admit card for the eligible candidates
April 14, 2024
As per your
E-Admit card
Group Discussion
&
Micro Presentation
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
April 14, 2024
To
April 16, 2024
As per your
E-Admit card
Written Assessment
Verbal Assessment
Personal interview
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
April 18, 2024
22:00 Hrs
Publishing of Final selection list
 
 
 
 
Important Dates for MBA Selection Process Session – I
 
Candidates may prepare their travel plan as per the “Important Dates Section” and book the travel tickets well in advance in order to avoid disappointment in losing an opportunity to appear in the selection process.
 
Selection Process I
Date
Time
Particulars/Events
Venue/Website
October 1, 2023
16:00 Hrs
Application available online
January 29, 2024
17:00 Hrs
Last day of submitting the application online
February 1, 2024
23:00 Hrs
Release of selection process admit card for the eligible candidates
February 04, 2024
As per your
E-Admit card
Group Discussion
&
Micro Presentation
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
February 04, 2024
To
February 06, 2024
As per your
E-Admit card
Written Assessment
Verbal Assessment
Personal interview
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
February 07, 2024
22:00 Hrs
Publishing of Final selection list
 
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Selection Process - 2024

 The selection process (GD_MP_WSA_VA_PI) will be held in person at the venue selected while submitting the application form online.

Process
Particulars
Date
Venue/Centre
Group Discussion (GD)
and
Micro Presentation (MP)
Group Discussion for 25 minutes for each group and
Micro Presentation for 90 sec/ student in a group
As per
E- Admit Card
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
Written Assessment (WA)*
Candidates will be asked to write on topic for not more than one A4 size sheet and for not more than 10 minutes
As per
E- Admit Card
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
Verbal Assessment (VA)*
and
Personal interview (PI)
Verbal Assessment and Personal interview for each candidate will be done by an expert panel
As per
E- Admit Card
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
Academic Performance
Assessment of past performance in
Class 10, Class 12, and Undergraduate Degree
Candidates are requested to upload all the qualification-related documents (Class 10, Class 12, Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (Semester/Year/Consolidated) If results are awaited, then marks card till the last semester/year and Scorecard of Sep MAT 2023 | Dec MAT 2023 | Feb MAT 2024 |  Nov/Dec CAT 2023 | CMAT 2024 | ATMA 2024 | XAT 2024 | GMAT 2023 or 2024 |  GRE 2023 or 2024in the given link on your application status login page under the document upload tab within five (5) days after submitting the application form online. Else your application will be rejected.
Bengaluru Central Campus,
Bengaluru BGR Campus,
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus,
Delhi NCR Campus,
Pune and Kolkata
*The Verbal Assessment (VA) will be assessed during the PI (Personal Interview) process.
 
Selection process E-Admit card will be generated as per the important dates mentioned in the website
 
General instructions for applicants reporting for selection process:
 
1. Candidates have to access their selection process admit card from the link “https://appstat.christuniversity.in” on the University website and print the same. All candidates must read through the contents published in the admit card and must carry the all the required documents mentioned in the admit card along with a printed copy of the admit card.
 
2. The Centre allotment is based on the candidate’s preference opted to appear for the Selection Process in the application form and further change will not be entertained. However, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) reserves the right to cancel, combine or change the Venue/Centres, depending on the number of candidates in specific Venue/Centres.

3. The preferred date for selection process will be allotted, subject to availability of slots. Request for change in selection process dates, time OR venue will not be entertained.

4. Candidates will not be allowed to appear for the Selection Process without the E-Admit Card, Copy of Application Form, Application processing fee acknowledgment slip and mark statements of (Class 10, Class 12, Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (Semester/Year/Consolidated) If results are awaited, then marks card till the last semester/year and Scorecard of Sep MAT 2023 | Dec MAT 2023 Feb MAT 2024 | Nov/Dec CAT 2023 | CMAT 2024 | ATMA 2024 | XAT 2024 | GMAT 2023 / 2024 | GRE 2023 / 2024.

5. ID proof will be verified during the selection process. The following may be used as ID proof: Aadhar card/Passport/Voter ID/Recent College ID card.

6. Candidates must report for the above selection process on the allotted date and at least 30 minutes prior to the time stipulated on the selection process admit card.

7. Travel arrangements for out station candidates must be made in advance as per the selection process dates published on our website.

8. Those candidates not reaching the venue at the allotted date and time will not be permitted to take part in the selection process. The candidates are requested to start early to avoid traffic congestions.

9. Request for change in Selection Process dates / timings and change in Centre will not be entertained. Candidates failing to appear for the selection process at the stipulated date and time will be considered as “Not Selected”.

10. Cellular phone, other electronic gadgets etc., are not allowed into the Selection Process Venue.

11. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the Selection Process of CHRIST (Deemed to be University) at any Centre.

12. All candidates are requested to prepare for a Micro Presentation (Extempore) as part of the Selection Process. Candidates will be asked to speak on any of the topics given in our selection process link on “Topics for Presentation 2024″ during the GD_MP.

13. Candidates have to access their selection process admit card from the link “Application Status” from our website and print the same.

14. The responsibility of satisfying the eligibility criteria for Admission rests with the student/candidate. Issue of the E-Admit Card for the selection process does not imply that the eligibility criteria are satisfied.

15. Important: Minimum Score specified for MAT / CAT / CMAT / XAT / GMAT / GRE / ATMA is only an eligibility criteria and the actual score thereof shall have no bearing in the selection process.



e-Brochures

Eligibility

The scores of the following tests held in 2023 and 2024 will be accepted (Sep MAT 2023 | Dec MAT 2023 | Nov/Dec CAT 2023 | Feb MAT 2024 | CMAT 2024 | XAT 2024 | ATMA 2024 | GMAT 2023 / 2024 | GRE 2023 / 2024).
Candidates who have passed the Undergraduate degree examination with 50 % aggregate marks from any recognised University in India or abroad recognised by UGC / AIU are eligible to apply. (Applicants who are in the final year of their studies should have 50% or above aggregate in all the Semesters / Years of undergraduate examinations conducted so far). Students writing their final degree examinations during March-June 2024 are also eligible to apply.
 
MAT score of 550 and above OR CAT score of 60 percentile and above OR XAT score of 60 percentile and above OR CMAT score of 60 percentile and above OR ATMA score of 60 percentile and above OR GMAT score of 450 and above OR GRE score of 295 and above.
 
For MBA (CU) + MBA (WMU, USA): Students must also obtain a minimum composite score of 450 in GMAT or 295 in GRE before students formally apply for WMU admission which will be during September 2024. (Mandatory).
 
The minimum Score specified for MAT / CAT / CMAT / XAT / GMAT / GRE / ATMA is only eligibility criteria and the actual score thereof shall have no bearing in the selection process.

Fee Structure - 2024

Year
# Karnataka
Other Indian States
NRI
SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN
Other Foreign Nationals
Time of Payment
1
515,000 INR
535,000 INR
645,000 INR
8,500 USD
9,000 USD
Within seven days of declaration of the Selection Process Result
2
Will be updated Shortly
MBA (Christ (Deemed to be University) + MBA Western Michigan University, USA)
Ist Installment due on August 01, 2024, US $12,059.15 approx. | IInd Installment due on December 1, 2024, US $8,856.40 approx.
IIIrd Installment due on April 1, 2025, US $2,929.78 approx.

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).

For the Online Application form, click the below link:
Online Application Form

Syllabus (Academic Year-2023)

Content will be updated soon

Programme Highlights

Programme Overview
 
This double MBA program is offered by CHRIST University and Western Michigan University. Students who graduate from the program will receive an MBA in the chosen specialization (Marketing/Finance/Lean Operations and Systems/Human Resources/Business Analytics/Entrepreneurship & Innovation) from CHRIST University and a Master of Business Administration from Western Michigan University.
 
The program offered by Western Michigan University is predominantly cross-functional and oriented towards developing general management and strategic business competencies among students. the students will have opportunities to choose courses from within and outside Haworth College of Business at Western Michigan University.
 
Placement
Our students are interning and getting permanent job offers at great companies such as Kellogg, Bank of America, Cargill, USAA and Siemens.
Program: Year 1 in CHRIST (Deemed to be University) + Year 2 in WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY   International Exposure-MBA from an AACSB-accredited institution
  • Three trimesters in CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
  • One year in WMU, USA
  • Opportunity to do optional Practical Training-12 months (OPT)
  • Work While Studying-20 hours /week
This program offers a dual degree option with MBA from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) and MBA from Western Michigan University, USA, through credit transfer facility. Students will spend the initial 12 months at the CHRIST (Deemed to be University) main campus and complete the entire first year MBA curriculum including an internship. Students then visit the WMU campus in the US and stay for the duration of 12 months. Students will obtain two degrees from two universities in two years with an international exposure of 9 months or more in the USA. Students may also extend their U.S. degree completion if desired.
 
Students enrolling at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), for this program will be doing the first year of their MBA courses at CHRIST School of Business and Management. The second year, consisting of seven courses (21 credits) will be completed at the Haworth College of Business in the United States. Students can choose their three electives from the following disciplines: Computer Information Systems, Finance, Management and Marketing . Students who take three electives from one area get a specialization in that area. Students who take three electives from more than one discipline (e.g., one elective in finance and two in management) will achieve a general business MBA.
 
HAWORTH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, USA (AACSB-ACCREDITED)
Western Michigan University is a national research university enrolling nearly 23,000 students from across the United States and 100 other countries. Founded in 1903, it is a public university that stands out among America’s more than 4,600 higher education institutions. The University offers 152 bachelors, 76 masters and 33 doctoral programs.
 
The U.S. News & World Report has consistently recognized Western Michigan University (WMU) as one of the nation’s best universities. The Haworth College of Business is among an elite group of fewer than 5 percent of business schools worldwide that are accredited at both the undergraduate and graduate levels by the AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. It is among a select 1 percent of business schools worldwide that have additional specialized AACSB accreditation for their accountancy programs. AACSB accreditation indicates that the Haworth College of Business upholds the highest business education standards among colleges and universities worldwide.    

The Haworth College of Business, one of the largest schools of business in the United States, is the academic home to nearly 4,200 students.
 
Its MBA program appears in Princeton Review’s list of “Best Business Schools” and prepares graduates to be critical thinkers, effective problem solvers and thought leaders ready to apply their knowledge in today’s global economy. Coursework contains strong experiential learning components, bringing real business cases, data and consulting opportunities to the classroom. In addition, many working professionals attend the program where you can learn alongside leaders from some of America’s top companies and gain exposure to the business issues common in a variety of industries.
 
OPT (Optional Practical Training)
Optional Practical Training is a benefit available to students who are completing a degree in the U.S. and who have been lawfully enrolled on a full-time basis for at least one academic year.  OPT is intended to provide hands-on practical work experience complementary to the academic program. An F-1 Student is eligible for a maximum of 12 months. OPT is very flexible. The employment can be anywhere in the U.S. and can be for any company or organization as long as it is related to the field of study and appropriate to the degree level. OPT employment can be paid or unpaid.
 
Safe Environment
In 2018, Western Michigan University’s Department of Public Safety was recognized among the top three such departments in the nation for its campus safety initiatives. WMU was recognized for doing one of the best jobs in the country when working with area law enforcement and communicating with the University community. WMU works diligently to provide a safe, secure, healthy, and sustainable environment through engagement, education, and enforcement so that all members of the University community can accomplish their learning, teaching, research and public service goals.
 
Connections and Services
The following are available to students to ensure a successful transition to Western Michigan University.
  • Indian Student Association
  • Business student organizations
  • Zhang Career Center
  • Haworth College of Business Communication Center
  • Sindecuse Health Center

 

WMU U.S

History
WMU began its partnership with Christ University in 1997 and has been successfully working with students from Christ for more than 20 years. Now, WMU is offering its MBA program for Christ University students. The program’s integrated approach, flexibility and opportunity to discover your path in business, make it particularly attractive.

Accommodations
Students are responsible for finding their own housing. There are several apartment buildings conveniently located near Western Michigan University.

US Visa
Obtaining a visa is the student’s responsibility. However, all documents required for transfer to WMU will be provided by CHRIST (Deemed to be University).

Note: Students must have GMAT and TOEFL Score by January 15, 2022 (Valid Passport is required).

Additional Information
For additional information, visit https://wmich.edu/mba/ or contact Barb Tomczak, Associate Director of Student Support and Global Business Center at WMU’s Haworth College of Business.