Global Management Program (GMP US) 

at Athena School of Management, Powai

Yes, Athena is a good college for an MBA programme. The college offers a two-year duration PGPM programme with various internships. The placement cell facilitates interested students with international internships in USA, UK & Europe with a multinational company. The curriculum of the PGPM programme is based on an Inductive Learning Model, which teaches the students not only how to manage organisations but also how to grow and learn throughout life.

Athena School of Management has not released official placement 2023 data. As per some of the verified reviews on Shiksha.com, students have mentioned that the average package is between INR 5 LPA and INR 7 LPA. The institute has built relations with renowned companies and MNCs over the years. Some of the leading companies that have been part of Athena School of Management placements in recent years are ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Group, Naukri.com, Raymond Group, Paytm, and many others.

To be eligible for an MBA at Athena School of Management, you must meet the following criteria:

Hold a bachelor's degree in any subject from a recognised university, with at least 50% on the qualifying examination

Score at least 50% in the Athena Scholastic Admission Test (ASAT). Participate in a group discussion and personal interview.

Athena School of Management accepts NMAT, CAT, or GMAT scores for admission.

The minimum NMAT score required is around 200-240.

The selection process at Athena School of Management is based on your performance in the entrance exam, academic qualifications, extra-curricular activities, sports achievements, social leadership, and personal interview.

Work experience is not compulsory, and freshers are welcome to apply.

The NMAT score for MBA at Athena School of Management is expected to be around 150 to 175 in 2023. However, the actual cutoff may vary depending on the overall applicant pool.

Please note that this is just an estimate and the actual cutoff may be higher or lower. It is always best to aim for a higher score to increase your chances of getting admitted.

A blend of Indian and foreign (visiting) lecturers are present. Foreign teachers are more practically oriented, and Indian professors are more theoretical. Many faculty members have held high positions in corporations, enabling them to provide examples from real-world experiences. Faculty guests from the US, Brazil, and France. Students do three internships one in every semester. lot of practical exposure and some of the students end up getting pre placements. Companies visiting for placement include Edelweiss, Tatas, Gep, Aditya Birla, Zomato, Naukri.

The procedure to take MBA admission at Athena School of Management is as follows:

1. Visit the Athena School of Management website and click on the "Admissions" tab.
2. Click on the "Apply Now" button.
3. Fill out the online application form and submit it.
4. Pay the application fee.
5. Take the NMAT / CAT / GMAT / XAT / CMAT / CET / ASAT exam.
6. Submit your application form and exam scores to Athena School of Management.
7. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited for a personal interview.
8. The final admission decision will be made based on your performance in the NMAT / CAT / GMAT / XAT / CMAT / CET / ASAT exam and the personal interview.

Here are some tips for increasing your chances of getting admitted into Athena School of Management:

• Aim to score high in the NMAT / CAT / GMAT / XAT / CMAT / CET / ASAT exam.
• Have a strong academic record with good grades in all subjects.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and demonstrate leadership skills.
• Gain work experience in a relevant field (if possible).
• Prepare well for the personal interview.

The admission process for the 2023-24 batch is expected to start in August 2023. Please visit the Athena School of Management website for the latest information on the admission process.

No, you cannot join Athena School of Management directly. All candidates must take the Athena Scholastic Ability Test (ASAT) or submit scores from another national-level entrance exam, such as the CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, NMAT, or CET, in order to be considered for admission.

In addition to the entrance exam score, candidates will also be evaluated on their academic record, extracurricular activities, work experience (if any), and performance in the personal interview.

The admission process at Athena School of Management is highly competitive, and only the most qualified candidates are accepted into the program.

Candidates applying for Athena School of Management should have written NMAT/ GMAT/ CAT. If any of these exams are not written, candidates are required to undertake Athena Scholastic Admission Test [ASAT]. To apply for admission, candidates must follow the step-wise procedure given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website.

Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Now' icon.

Step 3: Fill out the necessary details.

Step 4: Submit the application form.

The list of leading corporate giants that were part of Athena School of Management placements in recent years is presented below: