• What is the PGP?

The Post Graduate Programme or PGP refers to OBS’s  one-year Online management programs. The PGP is comparable in rigor and content to a regular two-year full-time MBA programs offered by global business schools.

• Is the PGP similar to the Executive MBA programs offered by several business schools?

No, the Post Graduate Programme is similar in rigor and content to a regular two-year full-time MBA programme offered by global business schools.

• Does the PGP award an MBA degree?

No, only universities can award a degree in India. OBS PGP is neither a degree nor a diploma. 

• What are the concentrations being offered in the PGP?

The concentrations offered can be viewed on our website at  Program Page

• How many students will be admitted for PGP?

Around 20. The class of 2023 ( Cohort- 1) Planned to start on January 2023 

• What is the criterion for admission to the OBS Post Graduate Program?

The eligibility criteria are:

1) Students must possess an undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)/post-graduate degree in any discipline.

2) A minimum of two years’ full-time work experience (for the PGP r admissions) a.

3) TOEFL/IELTS score is required for students from countries other than India, where English is not the primary language of instruction 

All short-listed applicants will be interviewed as a part of the selection process.

When do the Placements start?

Placements usually start in the second week of August/September every year.

Does OBS guarantee placements? What are the placements for graduates of OBS PGP likely to be?

No, OBS does not guarantee placements but every effort is made by the Career  Services (CS) Office to help students find and secure their ideal career opportunities.  However, placements are a function of demand and supply and the CS helps students manage their career expectations realistically.

Are there different fee structures for Indian and International students?

No, the fee structure is the same for all students.

• How do I accept the offer of admission?

You may accept the offer made by remitting a non-refundable admission fee of INR 50000/- plus taxes within the deadline specified in the offer email. If the amount has not been paid within the deadline, it will be assumed that you are not interested in joining the program and the offer will be withdrawn.

• Is the admission fee separate from the overall academic fee?

No, the Admission fee is part of the Academic fee. On accepting the admission offer, the admit is initially required to pay a non-refundable sum of Rs. 50,000/- plus taxes as admission fee. Please note that the admission fee is non-refundable 
 
I have paid the admission fee but due to unavoidable circumstances, I will not be able to join the program. Will the admission fee be refunded to me?

No, the admission fee once remitted is not refundable. 

• How much time do I have to accept or decline an admission offer?

OBS  should receive your acceptance decision within 10 days from the date of the admission offer. For candidates who have been made an offer after being put on the waitlist, need to pay the admission fee by the date mentioned in the offer letter.

• How can I pay the application fee?

You may remit the application fee using any Master/Visa/credit card or through net banking/UPI.

• Can the admission offer acceptance date be extended?

No, the acceptance dates are fixed by the Admissions Committee. If the acceptance amount is not received by the due date, it will be assumed that the applicant is not interested in the program and the offer made to the applicant will stand automatically withdrawn.

• What is the difference between tuition waivers and scholarships?

Tuition waivers are discounts on the tuition fee granted by OBS and communicated in the admission offer while scholarships are generally granted by other organizations and dependent on your performance in the program.