Q. Could you briefly tell us about the institute?

Chennai Business School was conceived by a group of senior industry professionals with years of experience in wide-ranging businesses. In their years as captains of industry they had interacted with a large number of management graduates who had little or no knowledge of how businesses actually functioned on the ground. That’s when the idea of starting a B school with intensive emphasis on real-world knowledge was born.The School focuses on specific industry verticals, and students can choose the one that they are most suited for. CBS is now into its fourth year . Widespread student and industry acceptance has fuelled the School’s ambition and goals. Within just three years, CBS has become an ‘A+’ rated school. Very few schools if any ,have achieved this recognition in such a short span of time. In addition, CBS has conducted senior management programs for Companies like Sutherland.

Q. What are the courses offered?
Currently CBS offers one year PGPM in Retail, IT, HR, Banking & Finance, Marketing & Communications, International Management and Services Management. The School also offers an Executive part-time PGPM course for working professionals.
CBS will soon launch Project Management Programs approved by PMI which is possibly the world’s best known name for Project Management Education.

Q. What is the fee structure like?
The fees for the regular one-year full-time PGPM course is Rs.4.45L. For International Management , the fees are Rs.5 L. The fees for the part-time Executive PGPM course is Rs.2 Lakh.

Q. Tell us about your faculties.
CBS has full-time faculty who bring with them valuable industry experience. They are complemented by seasoned working professionals who bring real-time, real world learning into the classroom. This potent combination together with a carefully crafted curriculum make learning at CBS a vibrant experience.

Q. What are the facilities available inside the campus?
The City Campus of CBS is equipped with airconditioned classrooms featuring Wi Fi,Computers, LCD projectors and advanced seating systems. The comprehensive library offers all necessary text books and business publications. The latest
general interest magazines along with journals complete the portfolio. CBS also has a games facility and a cafeteria.

Q. Tell us about your admission process.
The selection process involves an aptitude test, a group discussion and a personal interview. While CAT and similar test scores are not mandatory, they would be given due weightage. Both fresh graduates and people with work experience can apply.

Q. What is the cut-off (in relevant entrance exam) for candidates to be called for a GD and PI?
The candidates have to score a minimum of 50 % marks in the CBS Aptitude Test to qualify for an interview.

Q.What kind of background and profile does your institute look for in new students?
CBS looks for aspirants with first-class scholastic records and well-furnished minds. Besides having the requisite levels of IQ and communication skills , candidates should have demonstrated their participation in extra-curricular activities that make for well-rounded Individuals.

Q. Do you have any international affiliations?
CBS had earlier signed a Memorandum of Intent with Westminster University of the UK and is currently in a dialogue with them.

Q. What makes your institute stand out among other MBA schools?
It is our strong belief that the emphasis that CBS places on industry orientation and industry interaction contributes tremendously to the distinct place CBS holds in the management school arena. Challenging management games and outbound programs open up new dimensions. Add to that, the various specializations that we offer. CBS certainly walks the talk, as we proclaim that the School offers ‘learning for the real world’.

Q. Does your institute offer scholarships or loans?
The School is actively considering a limited number of scholarships for students who are top rankers in University exams.

Q. What are future plans for the institute?
CBS has acquired property off Chennai’s East Coast Road and plans to build a residential School Campus for management studies. A number of new initiatives are under consideration.

Q. How many students were placed this year and what were the sectors they were placed in?
CBS has recorded 98 % placement in a year beset with gloom. Placements span a wide array of companies and industries including Automotive, Banking & Financial Services, IT, ITES, Logistics, Media , Manufacturing, Retail and Telecom sectors.