Post Graduate Diploma in Luxury Management 

at Athena School of Management, Powai

The last year's dates for the Athena School of Management admission process are as follows:

• Application form release date: August 4,  2022
• Application form submission deadline: January 15,  2023
• Entrance exam date: February 12,  2023
• Personal interview date: February 25 - March 4,  2023
• Admission offer release date: March 10,  2023
• Acceptance deadline: March 15,  2023

Please note that these dates are tentative and may change for the 2023-24 batch. It is always best to check the official Athena School of Management website for the latest information on the admission process.

The following is the cost breakdown for the different courses offered by Athena School of Management:

Management Postgraduate Programme (PGPM): Around INR 13.50 Lacs is the total tuition cost for the PGPM programme at Athena School of Management.

The programme costs INR 13,500 in total, with the first year costing INR 675,000 and the second year costing INR 675,000.

Programme for Global Management (GMP): Athena School of Management charges INR 90,000 for the GMP programme annually.

PGPM with M.Sc. in Global Luxury & Brand Management: The search results do not specifically state the cost of this dual programme. Nonetheless, the annual cost of the GMP programme is INR 90,000, while the PGPM programme costs INR 13.50 lakhs.

Please be aware that these costs are subject to change; for the most recent fee schedule, visit the institution's website or get in touch with them

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According to unofficial sources, Athena School of Management alumni primarily work in the Sales sector, with a 16% share. This is closely followed by the Business Development sector. See the below table for detailed sector-wise distribution of alumni:

NOTE: The ‘Others’ category represents the combined data of multiple domains, including Programme and Project Management, Customer Success and Support, Arts and Design, Consulting, and Engineering. 

Yes, NMAT at Athena School of Management is generally considered better than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research. Here are some of the reasons why:

• Better placements: Athena School of Management has a better placement record than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research. In 2023,  the average package offered to MBA students at Athena School of Management was INR 7.4 LPA,  while the average package offered to MBA students at H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research was INR 6.8 LPA.
• Stronger corporate network: Athena School of Management has a stronger corporate network than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research. This means that Athena School of Management students have more opportunities to intern and get placed in top companies.
• More dedicated placement team: Athena School of Management has a more dedicated placement team than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research. This means that Athena School of Management students receive more support throughout the placement process.

In addition to these factors, Athena School of Management is also ranked higher than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research in most major B-school rankings. For example, in the NIRF 2023 rankings, Athena School of Management is ranked 45th for MBA, while H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research is ranked 67th.

Overall, NMAT at Athena School of Management is a better option than H.K. Institute of Management Studies and Research. Athena School of Management offers better placements, a stronger corporate network, a more dedicated placement team, and a higher ranking.

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.

The official website of the college does not include the highest package details. As per the Shiksha students' reviews, the highest package offered in recent placements was INR 12 LPA. Refer to the table below depicting the Athena School of Management highest package:

Specific comparisons or rankings between the MBA programs at Kohinoor Business School and Athena School of Management were not found. It's crucial to compare MBA programs and business schools based on a number of criteria, including industry contacts, faculty, curriculum, accreditation, and placement history. In order to make an educated choice based on their personal preferences and professional aspirations, prospective students should investigate and contrast these factors.

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

Athena School of Management is regarded as one of Mumbai's top management schools and has won numerous awards, including a spot in the top 20 non-IIM business schools in India. The following are some salient features of Athena School of Management:

ranked by Times B-School as the sixth-best B-school in India. ranked by Times B-School as the third-best emerging B-school in Western India. Times Cybermedia's Best Emerging B-School in Mumbai. The school offers a comprehensive MBA programme that combines classroom, virtual, and experiential learning. It is situated in Mumbai, Maharashtra, in the business district of Hiranandani Gardens. Prominent CEOs, directors, and vice presidents of corporations make up the faculty at Athena School of Management.