Your Career After Doing Full Time MBA

Your Career After Doing Full Time MBA

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Vipra Shrivastava
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Updated on Aug 25, 2021 17:56 IST

After completing an MBA degree one can get various job roles and opportunities in almost every field. Top MBA jobs include Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, HR, Product.

Career prospects after MBA

full-time MBA programme is a two year-long post-graduation degree. Also known as a regular MBA, it empowers students with an in-depth knowledge of business administration and management. Many colleges also offer summer internships in companies for students to taste the real flavour of working in a corporate environment and solve real problems.

Through a full-time MBA, students study in an extremely intensive learning environment that allows brainstorming and solving of cases and problems in teams with people having different skills sets and styles.

Full-time MBA programme is offered by recognized universities. MBA is awarded by Indian Universities recognized by UGC & which are members of Association of Indian Universities. Autonomous educational bodies cannot use the term MBA and they normally have to mention two-year PGDM (being equivalent to MBA).

PGDM or Post Graduate Diploma in Management is also a two-year long diploma course after graduation, which is offered by autonomous or private institutes but not by universities. A two-year PGDM is equivalent to MBA. All autonomous/private universities in India cannot award MBA and they should award a PGDM (IIMs also confer PGDM for those joining PGP). A one-year PGDM programme is not equivalent to MBA. Let's look at the what are the options for your career after doing full-time MBA. But before that we take a look at the specialisations that the field offers.

Full-Time MBA Specialisations 

Pursuing an MBA with specialisation is more beneficial for management aspirants as they provide expertise and training in a particular domain or sector, thereby making them a more deserving candidate for a specific job role as opposed to a candidate with MBA General degree. MBA programme in India is available in over 30 specialisations. We have listed below some of the most popular MBA specialisations:

Top Career Opportunities After MBA With Salary Package

After completing the MBA course one can get a job in various domains and sectors at managerial level. Some of the top MBA jobs after completing the programme are listed below with average salary offer.

MBA jobs

Average Salary*

Product Manager

Rs 15 LPA

Data Analytics Manager

Rs 14 LPA

Project Manager

Rs 13 LPA

Infrastructure Manager

Rs 11 LPA

Risk Manager

Rs 10 LPA

Marketing Manager

Rs 10 LPA

Sales Manager

Rs 10 LPA

Finance Manager

Rs 9.6 LPA

International Business Manager

Rs 9 LPA

Advertising Sales Manager

Rs 8.5 LPA

Supply Chain Manager

Rs 8 LPA

Operations Manager

Rs 7 LPA

Telecom Manager

Rs 7 LPA

IT & Systems Manager

Rs 7 LPA

Public Policy Manager

Rs 7 LPA

Human Resources Manager

Rs 6 LPA

Transport & Logistics Manager

Rs 6 LPA

Energy & Environment Manager

Rs 6 LPA

Import & Export Manager

Rs 6 LPA

Materials Manager

Rs 6 LPA

NGO Manager

Rs 5 LPA

Retail Manager

Rs 5 LPA

Digital Marketing Manager

Rs 5 LPA

Healthcare & Hospital Manager

Rs 5 LPA

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Career Prospects After MBA

After pursuing an MBA programme, many opportunities open up for students. Acquiring a job depends on the specialisation pursued in the MBA programme. Today almost every industry, educational institute, financial sector, manufacturing sector requires professionals who have MBA or PG Diploma in Management.

There is good scope for students in the private, public and government sectors. You can opt for profiles such as Financial Analyst, HR Managers, Procurement Managers, Sales Managers, Marketing Managers etc. depending on the specialisation you have taken. 

Career Prospects After MBA General

MBA General programme leads to administrative and managerial job roles in MNCs, government organisations, non-government organisations as well as other business enterprises. Most common job profiles available after MBA General are Business Executives, Sales Executives, Manager-Administration, Public Relations Manager, etc. Many individuals start their own business after completing the course.

Career Prospects After MBA Finance

After completing MBA in Finance degree, one can make a career in banking, finance, insurance, accounting and taxation. Most of the finance, accounting, banking and insurance companies hire MBA in Finance graduates. Some of the popular career prospects after MBA Finance are listed below:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Financial Analyst

Rs 4-5 LPA

Corporate Finance Executives

Rs 5-6 LPA

Wealth Manager

Rs 6.00 LPA

Assistant Vice President - Corporate Banking

Rs 19.00 LPA

Credit Risk Management

Rs 11.00 LPA

Derivatives Structuring Trader

Rs 9.25 LPA

Portfolio Manager

Rs 10.00 LPA

Treasury Manager

Rs 9 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Operations

Operations is the bed rock of every business enterprise. The roles in this field range from planning, management, production, quality check and supply of goods and services. At managerial level, job roles after MBA Operations are lucrative and include critical responsibilities. Some of the popular career prospects after MBA Operations are listed below:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Operations Manager

Rs 7.6 LPA

General Operations Manager

Rs 11 LPA

Area Operations Manager

Rs 5-9 LPA

Operations Executive

Rs 3-4 LPA

Manufacturing Consulting Manager

Rs 20 LPA

Plant Manager

Rs 15 LPA

Operational Research Analyst

Rs 7 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Sales & Marketing

Sales and Marketing is the most popular domain as the range of career opportunities is wide. Almost all the sectors hire  MBA Sales & Marketing graduates to help in expansion of business and clientele. Some of the top job roles include sales manager and marketing manager. Given below are the career prospects after MBA Sales & Marketing:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Marketing Manager

Rs 7 LPA

Brand Manager

Rs 14 LPA

Asset Management

Rs 8 LPA

Corporate Sales

Rs 6 LPA

Market Research Analyst

Rs 4.50 LPA

Sales Manager

Rs 7.50 LPA

Head Of Digital Marketing

Rs 23 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Human Resources

The Human Resources department is one of the four essential departments of any business organisation. Every organisation across sector has a human resources department which looks after hiring, training and retaining of employees. This is why, there are a lot of career opportunities in this field.  Some of the top jobs you can get after MBA Human Resources are listed below:

Job Role

Average Salary*

HR Manager - Talent Acquisition

Rs 9 LPA

HR Manager - Training

Rs 7 LPA

HR Manager - Compliance

Rs 9-10 LPA

HR Executive

Rs 3-4 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Information Technology (IT-Systrem)

An MBA in Information Technology is a popular specialisation in the current job market as there is a huge demand of managers who have the knowledge and expertise in IT-System. All top IT companies hire MBA in Information Technology in various capacities. Given below are some of the popular MBA in Information Technology jobs:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Team Leader

Rs 10 LPA

Project Manager, Information Technology

Rs 13 LPA

Information Technology Consultant

Rs 8 LPA

IT Manager

Rs 10 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA International Business

MBA International Business opens up the gates to career in international trade and business. Jobs offered after completing of MBA International Business are mostly by international companies involved in airlines, restaurants chains, real estate, investment banking, infrastructure, etc. Given below are some of the popular job roles after MBA International Business:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Account Manager

Rs 6 LPA

Marketing Manager

Rs 10 LPA

International Sales Manager

Rs 10 LPA

Business Development Manager

Rs 6 LPA

International Finance Manager

Rs 12 LPA

Global Business Manager

Rs 25 LPA

International Business Consultant

Rs 10 LPA

Investment Banker

Rs 10 LPA

International Marketing Manager

Rs 7 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Import/Export

The import and export sector offers a range of managerial job opportunities at junior, middle and senior level. Those who pursue MBA Import/Export can get the job of a manager in export/import companies in FMCG sector. Some of the popular job prospects after MBA Import/Export are listed below:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Export Manager

Rs 8 LPA

Import Manager

Rs 5 LPA

International supplies Logistic Manager

Rs 15 LPA

Export Sales Manager

Rs 7 LPA

 Career Prospects After MBA Retail

 Retail industry is one of the largest markets for MBA graduates. According to a survey, retail sector offers more than 2 million job opportunities world-wide. Give below are some of the top job roles and career prospects After MBA Retail:

Job Role

 Average Salary*

Retail Manager

Rs 6.5 LPA

Retail Buyer

Rs 8 LPA

Retail Analyst

Rs 5 LPA

Marketing Executive

Rs 3 LPA

Brand Manager

Rs 8 LPA

Image Promoter

Rs 3 LPA

Store Manager

Rs 4 LPA

Merchandiser

Rs 6 LPA

Supply Chain Distributer

Rs 8 LPA

Warehouse Manager

Rs 5 LPA

Department Manager

Rs 4.5 LPA

Merchandise Manager

Rs 12 LPA

Career Prospects After MBA Hospital/Healthcare Management

Healthcare industry is currently booming and hence there are plethora of career opportunities in this field. Job opportunities after MBA in Healthcare Management is on the rise in the past one decade. Some of the popular jobs after MBA in Healthcare Management are listed below:

Job Role

Average Salary*

Hospital Administrator

Rs 5 LPA

Medical Practice Manager

Rs 24 LPA

Pharmaceutical Product Manager

Rs 8 LPA

Health Informatics Manager

Rs LPA

Hospital CEO

Rs 30 LPA

Hospital CFO

Rs 36 LPA

Product Manager

Rs 8.4 LPA

Product Marketing

Rs 11 LPA

*All average salary figures (approximation) are from payscale.com

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FAQs Related to Career After MBA

Q: What are the jobs I can get after completing MBA?

A: After completing an MBA degree, one can get managerial level jobs in all domains across all sectors. Some of the most common job roles available after MBA are sales manager, marketing manager, HR manager, operations manager, finance manager, product manager, supply chain manager, PR and advertising manager, digital marketing manager, IT & Systems manager, retail manager, etc.

Q: Is job guaranteed after MBA?

A: Yes, since all the MBA colleges facilitate campus placements a job is guaranteed after successfully completing a full time MBA degree.

Q: Which is the highest paying job after MBA?

A: Some of the highest paying jobs after MBA are investment banker, financial manager, international business manager, senior product manager, brand manager, private equity associate, etc.

Q: What is the minimum salary one can get after completing MBA?

A: The minimum salary one can get after completing MBA is Rs 3 lakh per annum. This is the average salary figure of a junior level job, such as sales executive or business development executive. As you gain experience, the salary can rise drastically.

Q: What is MBA ROI?

A: MBA ROI basically refers to the recovery of investment (student loan) through the job that a student gets after completing the MBA course. It is calculated by taking into account the annual increase in salary and number of years it will take to recover the student loan/ investment over a period of 10 years. The calculation should also take into account pre-MBA and post-MBA work experience, EMIs, market conditions, etc. Also Read: Know the ROI of your MBA degree

Q: Will I get campus placement in full-time MBA programmes?

A: Yes, all the MBA colleges in India offering full-time MBA facilitate campus placements to their students. Top MNCs are invited to the campus where they interact with the students and offer them jobs according to their skills and interest.

Q: Will I get campus placement in part-time MBA programmes?

A: No, the provision of campus placement is not there in part-time MBA programme the course is essentially for working professionals who pursue the course for career enhancement.

Q: What is the minimum eligibility criteria to pursue MBA?

A: Since the MBA is a post-graduation level programme, the minimum eligibility criteria for it is graduation. However, one can pursue Integrated MBA, which is a five-year (BBA+MBA) programme, after class 12.

Q: Is work experience mandatory for MBA?

A: No, for Regular MBA work experience is not mandatory. Professionals as well as fresh graduate can pursue Regular MBA. However, for Executive MBA, one needs to have work experience of minimum two to three years.

Q: What is the admission process of MBA?

A: The admission process of Full Time MBA, Executive MBA and Integrated MBA programmes include entrance exam, group discussion and personal interview. Part Time, Distance and Online MBA admission are mostly based on merit.

Q: I am an MTech graduate. Can I do MBA?

A: MBA is a post-graduate level course open to candidates with all academic backgrounds. MTech graduates can pursue MBA IT-Systems for good career prospects.
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vipin ck

2012-12-17 11:25:09

HAI, I AM VIPIN. I AM STUDYING FINAL YEAR BA ENGLISH. AFTER COMPLETION OF MY GRADUATION I INTERESTED TO MADE AN MBA. SO, WHICH COLLEGE I HAVE TO CHOSE FOR MY STUDY?

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shirsendu chatterjee

2012-12-01 13:54:56

i have completed my graduation in bsc,physics(hons.) and planning to do mba.i want do it in finance.....please tell me if is it suitable for me?

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Satish

2012-11-28 13:22:08

I am at BCA final yr student. I have also completed A+,N+,CCNA& Doing LInux .I have wasted my 3 yrs in doing engg. degree. So pl do guide me ass I am having Computer science background. So which MBA course will be beneficial for me...

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Prathibha.R.K

2012-10-15 17:49:46

pls te me is this pgdm or pg cource

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