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The Executive Post Graduate Diploma (EPGD) at TISS Mumbai serves as a viable alternative to their MBA program, featuring a comparable structure and format, and it offers a total of 35 seats, with eligibility requiring a minimum of three years of work experience. Shortlisting for the TISS Mumbai MBA program is based on performance in the TISSNET MBA 2023 examination. Additionally, there are specific enrollment numbers for other EPGD programs: 50 for Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management, 35 for Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Organization Development and Change, and 30 for Executive Postgraduate Diploma in Climate and Disaster Risk Assessments for Sustainability.

No, TISS is the name of University i.e., Tata Institute of Social Sciences. The exam conducted for the admission to the postgraduate programmes is called TISSNET. EPGDODC is a 14-months programme which is equivalent to the MBA programme at TISS. TISSNET (TISS National Entrance Test) is a university level entrance exam conducted by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences for admission to PG programme. Candidates must prepare according to the TISSNET syllabus and study according to the TISSNET Pattern.

No, TISS Mumbai doesn't accept Common Admission Test or CAT for admission to its MBA programme. However, the institute does accepts The Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) or CUET PG for admission. Candidates are therefore required to register for the CUET PG exam before applying for the MBA programme at TISS Mumbai. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai does not offer an MBA programme. However, it does offer similar programme in Management, Including MA in Human Resource Management and Labour Relations, Social Entrepreneurship, Globalization and Labor, etc. 

To be eligible for the MBA (EPGD programme) at TISS the candidates require a minimum of three years of post-graduation work experience. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree with a duration of at least three years or an equivalent qualification from an accredited university. This degree can be acquired through various educational formats like 10+2+3, 10+2+4, 10+2+2+1 (with a bridge course), or any other structure that meets the prerequisite of completing 15 years of formal education.

TISSNET (TISS National Entrance test) is conducted once a year. The exam ois conducted in offline mode. Candidates will have to report at the alloted exam centre on the day of examination. The exact TISSNET exam dates will be announced in December 2023 along with the release of TISSNET notification. TISSNET is a computer based test. Candidates having valid score in CAT, MAT, CMAT or any other national/state level entrance examinations will be not be accepted. Check the table below to know the tentative exam dates for TISSNET 2024:

Admission to TISS's MA HRM programme is competitive and challenging due to the institute's esteemed reputation and rigorous selection process. Candidates must undergo a series of stages, including the TISSNET entrance exam, group discussion, and personal interviews. TISSNET evaluates candidates' analytical, logical reasoning, and English proficiency skills. Shortlisted candidates proceed to the group discussion, where their communication, critical thinking, and presentation abilities are assessed. Those who qualify move on to the personal interview, during which the panel evaluates factors such as academic background, work experience, motivation, and understanding of HRM concepts. With a limited number of seats and a large applicant pool, competition for admission to the MA HRM programme at TISS is intense. Aspiring candidates must prepare thoroughly in academics and enhance their communication and critical thinking skills to enhance their chances of securing a spot in this highly sought-after programme.

Candidates who qualifies the eligibility criteria as per the TISS Mumbai admission guidelines are eligible for the all the programme offered by the institution. As admission is based on the CUET exam, therefore candidates must have valid score in the exam. Find below the eligibility criteria of the courses offered at TISS Mumbai:

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change