PGDM in Research and Business Analytics 

at Welingkar Mumbai, Matunga West

 Welingkar Mumbai profile based selection process assigns significant value to academic performances, work experience, group activity, personal interview along with the written test scores. The institute accepts CAT/ XAT/ ATMA/ CMAT/ GMAT scores for providing admission to PGDM courses. Candidates must also complete a bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate to apply for PGDM admission. Those who pass all the rounds of admission are offered final admission letter. 

Choosing between Hybrid MBA from Welingkar and Executive/Part-time MBA from ITM depends on several factors such as your career goals, financial situation, time constraints, and personal preferences. Welingkar Hybrid MBA is a unique programme that combines online and offline learning modes, offering flexibility and convenience to working professionals. The programme is designed to enhance your managerial skills and prepare you for leadership roles in the corporate world. The curriculum includes theoretical concepts, case studies, and practical training, providing you with a holistic learning experience. On the other hand, ITM Executive/Part-time MBA is designed for professionals with work experience who wish to advance their careers while continuing to work. The programme offers a blend of classroom teaching and practical learning, enabling you to gain hands-on experience in real-life situations. The curriculum is designed to develop your leadership and management skills and equip you with the knowledge and expertise to take up higher positions in your organisation. Both programs have their own advantages and disadvantages. However, considering the current business environment and industry trends, a Hybrid MBA from Welingkar may be a better option as it offers a unique learning experience that combines online and offline learning.

Prin L N Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research is among the leading private Management institutes in Maharashtra. The Institute is ranked by many prestigious organisations such as NIRF, Outlook, and others. Welingkar also offers a decent ROI for its MBA course. The MBA course cost around INR 61,000 - INR 14 Lacs which vary as per the different filed candidates wants to apply in. Th 

Welingkar Mumbai  runs an active placement cell. During the placement 2024, the participating recruiters presented various job offers to batch 2023 of courses like PGDM, PGDM-E Business, PGDM-Business Design, PGDM-Healthcare Management, etc. Candidate can find below details on the placements offered to MBA students:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
the highest package	INR 25.48 LPA	INR 40 LPA (domestic) INR 24 LPA (international)
Average package	INR 12.04 LPA	INR 20.53 LPA (international) INR 12.88 LPA (domestic)
Median package	NA	INR 12 LPA (domestic)

Note: The placements are going on for the academic year 2023-2024. The above-mentioned data for 2024 may vary once the placement report for 2024 is out.

To get admission to the MBA programme, candidates must fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria provided by Welinkar Mumbai and valid score in the entrance exams. The basic eligibility criteria and selection process for all Welingkar Mumbai PGDM courses admission are mentioned below:

Course Particulars	PGDM Highlights 2024
Eligibility	Bachelor's degree with a minimum 50% aggregate from a recognised university
Selection criteria	CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ GMAT
Required entrance score	CAT/ XAT/ GMAT: 70 - 80 percentile ATMA/CMAT : 75- 80 percentile

Welingkar Mumbai offers various specialisations for admission to MBA programme. The list of specialisations offered under MBA are listed below: 

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
• PGDM in Research and Business Analytics
• PGDM in Rural Management
• PGDM in Media and Entertainment
• PGDM in Business Design
• PGDM in Healthcare
• PGDM in E-Business Management

As per the details available on the official website and the latest admission brochure, PGDM /MBA admissions at Welingkar Mumbai are completely based on the merit of students in their UG degree along with their performance in the national/ state/ university-level entrance exam. Similar is the case for other courses admission, students who meet the eligibility criteria of having completed their UG and PG degrees, respectively, with a valid score in national/ state/ university-level entrance exams can secure admission. However, for some certificate & Diploma courses direct admissions are offered by the institute. 

Welingkar Mumbai cutoff for the PGDM courses differs on yearly basis. Welinger accepts various entrance exams scores for admission to PGDM courses. Candidates with valid score in CAT, CMAT, XAT and ATMA (for FTM) ard eligible for Welingkar admissions. 

As per the previous year cutoffs, the overall percentile for CMAT is 85, CAT is also 85, XAT is 70 and ATMA is 90. Hence, getting a seat at Welingkar with 60 percentile might not be possible for the General category All India candidates.

The past year cutoff trends for Welingkar Mumbai for admission to the MBA programme for all India general category candidates are given below: 

Exam	2021	2022	2023
CMAT (percentile)	– / –	85	85
CAT (percentile)	85	85	70-85
XAT (percentile)	– / –	70	70

The course-wise fee offered at Welingkar Mumbai is given below: 

Courses	Total tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM	INR 61,000 - INR 14 lakh
Certificate	INR 11,800 - INR 4 lakh
MMS	INR 6.7 lakh
Executive MBA /PGDM	INR 4 lakh - INR 7 lakh

Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai, accepts CAT scores for admission to its PGDM programme. However, it does not have a sectional cutoff for CAT scores. The selection process at Welingkar Mumbai considers several factors, including CAT scores, academic performance, work experience, extracurricular activities, and performance in the selection rounds (group discussion, personal interview, etc.). The weight assigned to CAT scores in the selection process varies each year and is based on several factors, such as the number of applicants, the level of competition, and the quality of applicants' CAT scores. Therefore, it's essential to score well in all sections of the CAT exam and also perform well in the selection rounds to increase your chances of getting selected for the PGDM programme at Welingkar Mumbai.