International School of Management Excellence Bangalore
International School of Management Excellence (ISME), located in Bangalore, is one of India’s top business schools offering globally-oriented education in management. Known for its strong academic foundation, corporate interface, and international exposure, ISME is an ideal destination for students aspiring to excel in the business world.
Ranking
Ranked By / Organization
Achievements / Recognition
Times of India B-School Ranking
Ranked among Top 40 B-Schools in India
Competition Success Review
Ranked among Top 10 B-Schools in Bangalore
Careers360
Rated AAA+ for PGDM program
AICTE
PGDM program approved by AICTE
University of Mysore
MBA program affiliated to University of Mysore
International Collaborations
Partnerships with universities in the USA, Canada, Singapore
Courses
Program Name
Duration
Total Fees (Approx.)
PGDM (AICTE Approved)
2 Years
₹9,00,000
MBA (University of Mysore Affiliated)
2 Years
₹5,50,000
BBA (with International Business Exposure)
3 Years
₹4,50,000
Ph.D. in Management (through University of Mysore)
3-5 Years
₹1,50,000 (approx.)
Admission
Program Level
Program Name
Eligibility Criteria
Application Deadline (Tentative)
Undergraduate
BBA
10+2 from any stream with 50% marks
July 25, 2025
Postgraduate
PGDM
Graduation + CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA + GD & PI
August 10, 2025
Postgraduate
MBA (University of Mysore)
Graduation with 50% marks + Entrance Test
August 10, 2025
Doctoral
Ph.D. in Management
Postgraduate Degree + UGC-NET / Entrance Test
August 31, 2025
Placements
ISME’s dedicated Career Opportunity Cell (COC) ensures top-tier placements, internships, and live project opportunities through extensive industry engagement.
Year
Program Level
Program Name
Average Package (INR)
Highest Package (INR)
Top Recruiters
2024
PG
PGDM
₹7.2 LPA
₹15.0 LPA
Deloitte, KPMG, EY, HDFC Bank, FedEx, PwC
2024
PG
MBA
₹6.4 LPA
₹12.0 LPA
Infosys, ICICI Bank, Bosch, Amazon, Accenture
2023
PG
PGDM
₹6.8 LPA
₹14.0 LPA
Flipkart, L&T Finance, Capgemini, Wipro
2023
UG
BBA
₹4.5 LPA
₹8.5 LPA
Zomato, BYJU’S, Razorpay, Urban Company, TCS
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is ISME Bangalore AICTE approval?
Yes, the PGDM program is AICTE approval, and the MBA is affiliation with the University of Mysore.
What is the difference between PGDM and MBA at ISME?
PGDM is industry-aligned and autonomous, offering more flexibility. MBA follows the University of Mysore curriculum and is more academic-oriented.
Are international internships or exchange programs offer?
Yes, ISME has global collaborations offering students international exposure in Singapore, the USA, and Europe.
Are hostels available for outstation students?
Yes, on-campus accommodation with mess, gym, and Wi-Fi is available.
What kind of companies recruit ISME students?
Companies from consulting, fintech, IT, FMCG, and e-commerce sectors regularly recruit from ISME.
What entrance exams are accepted for PGDM?
ISME accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, KMAT and also conducts its own aptitude test.
Does ISME offer scholarships?
Yes, scholarships are provided based on entrance test scores, academic merit, and need-based cases.
