Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The MBA program at South Asian University is an advanced, comprehensive, industry-driven program designed for professionals seeking to enhance their strategic acumen and leadership capabilities. Building upon foundational business knowledge, the curriculum delves into complex corporate challenges, fostering analytical thinking, strategic risk assessment, and data-driven decision-making. With a strong emphasis on experiential learning, industry-centric coursework, and high-impact networking opportunities, students gain cutting-edge managerial expertise essential for executive roles. Specialized modules integrate theoretical insights with real-world applications, enabling graduates to navigate the evolving global business landscape with confidence. Incorporating technological preparedness and innovation-driven strategies, the program shapes visionary, results-oriented leaders equipped to drive organizational success in a dynamic marketplace.

Eligibility

Two-Year Programme

A candidate must have passed an Undergraduate degree (in any discipline) under 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern from a recognized institution or an examination recognized by the University as its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks (or an equivalent grade).

Seat Matrix

Total Seats: 120
India: 60		Remaining SAARC Countries + Other Countries: 60
SAU Entrance Test: 30	Direct Mode: 30	Entrance Test: 30	Direct Mode: 30

Note: Vacant seats in one category will be transferred to another category.

Format of the Entrance Test Paper

The duration of the Entrance Test will be 2 hours.
The question paper will consist of 70 multiple choice questions.
There will be no negative marking.

Section-wise Distribution & Weightage:

(a) VARC (Verbal and Reading Comprehension) Section (Weightage of 25%)
(b) DILR (Data Interpretation (DI) and Logical Reasoning (LR)) section (Weightage of 25%)
(c) Quantitative Section (Weightage of 25%)
(d) General Ability Test (Weightage of 25%)

General ability test will mainly include General Knowledge & Current Affairs Economic & Business Awareness & basic computer knowledge and Digital skills.

Followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

Syllabus for Entrance Test

Section	Components	Weightage (%)
A. VARC (Verbal and Reading Comprehension)	- Reading Comprehension (RC): Business, Economics, Science & Technology, Social Issues - Critical Reasoning: Argument Analysis, Strengthening & Weakening Arguments - Sentence Completion & Para Jumbles - Vocabulary & Word Usage: Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Phrasal Verbs - Grammar & Sentence Correction - Business Communication Skills: ReportWriting, Email Etiquette, Professional Correspondence	25%
B.DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning)	- Data Interpretation: Graphs, Charts, Tables, Caselets, Percentages, Ratios - Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogisms, Logical Connectives - Pattern Recognition & Coding-Decoding - Decision Making & Data Sufficiency - Blood Relations, Directions & Sequences	25%
C. Quantitative Aptitude	- Arithmetic & Number System - Algebra & Linear Equations - Probability & Statistics - Percentage, Profit & Loss, SI-CI - Time, Speed & Distance, Work & Efficiency - Mensuration, Geometry & Trigonometry - Data Sufficiency & Approximation	25%

D. General Ability Test		25%
1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs	- National & International Affairs - Science & Technology Developments - Environment, Climate Change & Sustainability - Government Policies & Global Organizations - Sports, Awards & Important Events	6%
2. Economics & Business Awareness	- Micro & Macro Economics - GDP, Inflation, Monetary & Fiscal Policy - Economic Indicators & Growth Trends - Market Structures & Global Trade - Emerging Business Trends (FinTech, AI, Startups)	6%
3. Business & Financial Awareness	- Corporate Governance & Business Ethics - Financial Markets, Banking,& Stock Exchanges - Mergers, Acquisitions, IPOs & Business Strategies - International Trade & Economic Institutions (IMF, WB, WTO) - Digital Economy & Crypto Assets	7%
4. Basic Computer Knowledge & Digital Skills	- Fundamentals of Computers & IT - Cyber Security & Internet Awareness - MS Office&Productivity Tools - Data Analytics & AI in Business - E-commerce, Digital Marketing, Blockchain & IoT	6%

For a sample test paper, click here