LL.M. in Environment and Natural Resources Laws 

at Teri School of Advanced Studies, Vasant Kunj

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Pros:
* Excellent faculty with a strong background in their respective fields
* Industry-ready curriculum that provides practical exposure through internships
* Strong placement record with top recruiters in the field (WWF, Deloitte, Tata Consultancy Services)
* Good hostel facilities for female students
* Centralized cooling system and well-maintained buildings
* Accessible faculty who are willing to help students
* Regular debates, discussions, and conferences

Cons:
* Average quality of food in the canteen
* Limited extra-curricular and club activities
* No medical facilities on campus
* High competition among students due to increasing enrollment numbers
* Limited research opportunities

Overall Verdict: Pursuing M.Sc. at Teri School of Advanced Studies can be a worthwhile decision for those interested in the field of sustainability and environmental science. While there are some areas for improvement, the college offers a strong foundation in industry-relevant skills, excellent faculty, and a promising placement record. However, potential students should weigh these pros against the cons before making a decision.

TERI School of Advanced Studies (TSAS) in New Delhi offers admission to 60 students for its MBA in Sustainability Management course. The course has a total tuition fee of INR 11.90 Lakh, plus a one-time admission fee of INR 45,000. 

TSAS is a deemed-to-be university established in 1998 by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), a not-for-profit research institute. It offers 20 courses at the PG and PhD levels. 

To be eligible for the MBA program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in one of the following subjects, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 6.2 on a 10-point scale: 

Science, Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Geology, Geography, Commerce, Management, Computer. 

To get direct admission to the B.Sc. programs at TERI University, you need to meet certain eligibility criteria. They offer B.Sc. Honors in Data Science, Economics, and Environmental Sciences. The requirements include:

• Holding a Senior Secondary School Examination (10+2) certificate.
• Having a minimum of 50% marks.
• There is no upper age limit for applicants.

The selection process is based on merit, considering the marks obtained in the 10+2 in the aggregate of the best three subjects and one language. Additionally, the programme accepts CUET-UG scores for admission.

Upon successful completion of an MBA from TERI University, students receive a plethora of career opportunities. They are recruited by top-notch organizations like KPMG, Vedanta, TCS, Dalmia Bharat Group, HCL, and others in different job roles such as:

a. Research Analysts

b. Financial Modelling Experts

c. Business Analysts

d. Sustainability Officers

e. Business Associates

f. Communication Managers

g. Marketing Analysts

h. Outreach Managers

i. Finance Officers

j. Project Managers

k. Entrepreneurs

The placement records for both TERI University and DIT University are excellent. The highlights for the same are as follows:

1. At TERI University (the only deemed university that promotes Sustainable Development), 80% of students get placed every year from campus and 100% of students receive placement within 6 months of course completion. On the other hand, over 95% get placement opportunities from the campus of DIT University every year.
2. The top recruiters at TERI University are Godrej, TCS, HCL, KPMG, Ultratech Cement, Azure Power India Ltd., Deloitte etc., whereas, the foremost recruiting companies at DIT University are Google, Capgemini, Paypal, Samsung, Lenovo, Adobe, TCS, Infosys, Goldman Sachs etc.
3. The salary range offered from placement at TERI University is from 5 to 14 Lakhs per annum. On the contrary, in the year 2021-2022, 68% of students at DIT University could get a package of more than 5 LPA, 17% more than 10 LPA, 9% more than 15 LPA and 6% got an offer of more than 20 LPA. 'Amazon' offering a package of 30 LPA, Zscaler and Playsimple offering packages of 21 LPA and 20 LPA respectively are a few of the top placements at DIT University.

 

Yes, you can get into TERI University with 70% in class 12th.

To be eligible for admission into different undergraduate and postgraduate programs at TERI University, students must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in their Senior Secondary (10+2) examination from a recognised Board of Education. Admission is then conducted based on the merit of marks in aggregate of the best of three subjects and one language.

Admission to various undergraduate programs at TERI University is based on the merit of marks in aggregate secured in the best of three subjects and one language in 10+2 level. For postgraduate programs, a candidate must have a valid Bachelor's degree from a recognised institute whereas, for MBA, students must get through the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. The minimum cut-off for doctoral programs is about 60%.

Therefore, students can get a seat at TERI University with a minimum cut-off only if the other pillars such as overall academic performance, prior work experience, and interview performance are strong.

Apart from the scores in the national-level entrance examinations, the candidates seeking admission to various courses at TERI University must keep a note of the following eligibility criteria:

1. Bachelor/Integrated Master Program: Students must have obtained at least 50% marks in aggregate in the Senior Secondary School Examination (10+2) from any recognised Board of Education. For 4-years B.Sc. in Economics, candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate with Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.
2. Master's Program: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Students with good academic performance and prior work experience are given a preference.

For B.B.A. and MBA programs, eligible students are called for a Group Discussion followed by a personal interview round.

     3. Doctoral Program: Students must have a Master's degree in a relevant field with at least 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade on a point scale.

    4. Diploma and Certificate: Students must have a graduation degree from a recognised university. A minimum experience of two years in any Government organization, Industry, Research/Academic Institution, etc. is needed in case of a PG Diploma in Public Policy and Sustainable Development.

TERI University is an exceptional educational institution with knowledgeable professors and teachers. Great emphasis is given to research work and education which can help students find a job in the future. The university only provides two UG courses. The fee detail is given below:

Course Name	Tuition Fee
BBA	INR 12.7 Lakhs
B.Sc.	INR 10.5 - 16.2 Lakhs

A one-time payment of INR 20,000-30,000 may be charged extra before admission to the above courses.  

The eligibility criteria for MBA at TERI University is given below:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline with English at 10+2 level.
• The candidate will be shortlisted based on CAT/MAT/GMAT/CMAT/XAT scores.
• Candidates with more than 2 years of relevant work experience may be exempted from requirement (2) above depending on the discretion of the selection committee.