In India, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan has more than 37 institutes, over 106 Kendras (Centers) 11 Colleges, 78 schools. It also has international centers in the UK, USA, Canada, Portugal, South Africa, Kuwait, Mexico and Australia.

The guiding philosophy of SPJIMR is influencing practice and promoting value based growth. The institute has an enviable track record of recognizing the needs of the society, especially the under managed sectors, and responding with quick and appropriate responses.

Today, SPJIMR has to its credit five centers with multifarious activities, two-year full time postgraduate diploma (equivalent to MBA) and a few continuing executive education programmes. It has also made its presence felt in global arena and has truly become a larger than B-school.

SPJIMR is an autonomous management institute with entrepreneurial agility that has made it totally self-financing, personal freedom with professional accountability and corporatized culture, structure and processes

SPJIMR also figures in top ten B-schools South Asia. SPJIMR has locational advantage of having a sprawling campus in the heart of Mumbai, the commercial capital of the country

SPJIMR has developed a unique selection process for its various programs.

Focus on mere IQ as the most important criterion is avoided. Instead, it is deployed as a cut-off point and is strongly supported by assessment of consistency of academic record, thorough testing of subject knowledge and basic skills, scientific assessment of behavioral profile and raising eligibility levels for applying to the institute.

The uniqueness of the selection process resides in identification of appropriate managerial traits in aspiring candidates and rigorous assessment through a variety of ways, which are essentially experimental in nature. These are: -

Leadership —-character and integrity

Sensitivity to social inequality, injustice,

Adversity quotient—ability to face adverse situations

Ability to work in teams

Humility
The candidates with unusual background are carefully looked at before a final decision is taken. Continuous improvements in selection processes are effected through relentless innovations such as pregrading of application forms on multiple dimensions, discussion and situation analysis in groups, iterative stage wise computer analysis of selection data, accelerated admission to outstanding applicants.

The sole purpose of this exercise is to maintain objectivity and also to resist societal pressures throughout the selection process. And it is a matter of great satisfaction to SPJIMR community that the efforts have borne fruits in ample measure.

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Its flagship campus is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois on the grounds of the university at large. The school also maintains additional campuses in London and Singapore, and downtown on the Magnificent Mile. While recognized for the excellence of its graduate business programs in general, the school’s research reputation is particularly notable in the fields of finance, economics, quantitative marketing and accounting. The school’s global alumni network consists of leaders in for-profit, non-profit, governmental, public policy and academic enterprises.

The “Chicago Approach to Business Education” combines the very best in conceptual knowledge and academic theory with practical real world application. The Chicago GSB, consistently recognized as one of the world’s top business schools, is dedicated to the discovery of new business knowledge.

At Chicago GSB, world-changing ideas are born, tested, refined, and taught. We create and learn in an intense, exhilarating climate of discussion and debate across disciplines. Here, ideas compete and people collaborate. In this environment of intellectual stimulation and growth, great teaching and great research thrive. When you learn business here, you’ll benefit from both.

At the GSB we respect the individual and recognize that you come here with skills in hand and plans in mind. You will learn business practices and the underlying theory that makes them work. You will have access to the newest business concepts before they hit the marketplace, preparing you to identify and capitalize on opportunities first. You will learn from the leading thinkers in business, who respect your unique contributions and demand your best.

Chicago GSB offers Full-time, Part-time (Evening and Weekend) and Executive MBA programs. The University is also a major center for educating future academics, with graduate programs offering the A.M. and Ph.D. degrees in several fields.

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Following degrees are offered Baccalaureate-  Chemical,  Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Industrial Technology, Mechanical,  Graduate – Master of Engineering (M.E.): Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Master of Science (M.S.): Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Master of Engineering Management (M.E.M.), Master of Engineering Science (M.E.S.), Doctor of Engineering (D.E.): Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Chemical Engineering

With experience and expertise closely tied to current industry practice, LU’s College of Engineering faculty helps ensure students stay out in front when it comes to the job hunt. Alumni who are industry executives and professionals offer their expertise as members of the college and departmental advisory boards.  These relationships help maintain current, industry-applicable curricula and focus research dollars and energy toward today’s challenges.

LU’s College of Engineering looks beyond campus boundaries for research opportunities to provide solutions to challenges – from space technology and environmental concerns to ports and waterways efficiency, transportation research and engineering technology development.  The College administers ten research centers organized within the Texas Center for Technology Incubation (TCTI) including  Aldredge Air Quality Modeling Center, Center for Fuel Cells and Energy Systems, Center for Transportation/Ports and Waterways, Center of Process and Information Technology, Green Composite Research Center, Gulf Coast Hazardous Substance Research Center, Materials Instrumentation Center, Renewable Energy Center, Texas Air Research Center, Texas Hazardous Waste Research Center

Courses
1 year Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program, Pre-MBA Foundation Course, Optional Pre-MBA Business English Course, Optional Expert English courses throughout the MBA year.

The American Center for Technical Arts & Sciences maintains a liaison with law firms, corporations, hospitals, other medical facilities, and governmental agencies. Internships are available for the purpose of giving our graduates employment exposure and opportunities. We have an open enrollment policy so you may enroll at any given time of the year. Minimum applicant education required is either: a high school diploma, its equivalent (GED), completion of twelve credit hours at the college level with a grade of “C” or better, passing the C-PAT for Nursing Assistant students.

Courses
Cardiographic Technician, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Laboratory Techician, Comprehensive and General Practice Paralegal Programs, IT Computer Science programs (Surgical Technology, Medical Laboratory, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant )

At its most recent OfSTED inspection in November 2005, the Inspectors identified the school as having “a potential for excellence,” receiving “Good” in every category. The College enjoys a good local reputation and an historic tradition. Its achievements in Sport and the Expressive Arts are well known locally. Academic standards have risen steadily over the past few years. In 2007, 71% of the students gained 5+ A*-C grades at GCSE, placing our school at 10% above the national average. We were in the top 2% of schools nationally for the value added at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. We recently received an Award at a celebratory dinner at BAFTA in London from the Specialists Schools and Academies Trust for the Most Improved Specialist Engineering College with the most improved 5+ A*-C results from 2004-2007 by 10 percentage points or more in the country.

The College has been twinned with a school in Tokyo, Japan since 1996 and with a school in Dalian, China, since 2005, sending and receiving students and teachers between the schools.

The world-class faculty of the School comprises over 50 members. They represent all continents and likewise their research interests span the globe and the full spectrum of business issues. Many are leaders in their field directing cutting-edge research, consulting for top businesses, advising governments, and most of all, bringing their experiences and new found knowledge into the classroom.

In September 2005 the name changed from the Judge Institute of Management to Judge Business School. They are one of the top business schools in the world, offering a variety of teaching programmes including the Cambridge MBA, the Cambridge Master of Finance, PhD, MPhil and undergraduate degrees together with a suite of Executive Education courses.

Judge Business School is accredited by AMBA and EQUIS.

The School also has a world-class Advisory Board and a broad alumni base who are devoted to helping the School continue its momentum through the 21st century. Accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Courses
Full-time MBA, Evening MBA, Executive MBA, Master of Accounting, Undergraduate BBA, Corporate Education courses on a wide variety of management and business topics, including strategic planning, financial and productivity analysis, decision-making strategies, business communication skills.

The Johnson School recognizes Accelerated MBA participants’ previous graduate work by granting 15 course credits toward the 60 required for an MBA. Accelerated MBAs graduate with the broad business knowledge base and 21st century leadership skills they need to deliver real impact – today and tomorrow.

Ithaca is a small but cosmopolitan city about 60 miles southwest of Syracuse, in the scenic Finger Lakes region of central New York State. A friendly and welcoming community offers lots of great restaurants, natural- and ethnic-foods shops, pubs, museums, and artisan galleries. You’ll find plenty of activities to fit your lifestyle, whether you’re single or starting a family.

Courses
The Johnson School one-year Accelerated MBA curriculum demands – and delivers – the rigor, skills, insight, analytical thinking and expansive context that can transform a talented individual into a leader who delivers real impact. Credit for prior work. The Johnson School recognizes Accelerated MBA participants’ previous graduate work by granting 15 course credits toward the 60 required for an MBA. Accelerated MBAs graduate with the broad business knowledge base and 21st century leadership skills they need to deliver real impact – today and tomorrow.

Who should consider the Cornell Accelerated MBA?
The most successful graduates of our one-year Accelerated MBA (formerly the twelve-month option) have clearly defined career paths, often returning to work on the business side of their technical or scientific organizations.

Ideal candidates for the Accelerated MBA have:
- a master’s or doctoral degree in a technical, scientific, or other quantitative field,
- strong quantitative skills,
- relevant work experience, and
- demonstrated leadership skills.
- On the other hand, those interested in making a significant change in industry or career path may be better served by the Johnson School’s two-year MBA program. Its semester-long immersion and full summer internship can add invaluable preparation for such transformations.

Tuition for 2007-2008 is $67,700, which includes the summer term. Accelerated MBA program is an excellent, cost-effective way to prepare talented employees for broader leadership responsibilities and future advancement. Some companies pay all or part of tuition and expenses.

The College is affiliated to Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, for the academic purposes. The College has been growing from strength to strength since its inception.

The College campus is situated at Pillaichavady which is about 12 km from the Railway station and bus-stand in Pondicherry town. It is about 160 km south of Chennai (Madras) on the shores of Bay of Bengal. The campus is also well connected by town buses from Pondicherry. Buses ply between Chennai (Madras) and Pondicherry frequently and the duration of journey is about 3 to 4 hours. The buses that come from Chennai via East Coast Road (ECR) stop near the campus itself. Commutation by auto-rickshaws from Pondicherry city would cost around Rs. 75.

The temperatures during the year vary between 25oC to 35o C, but it is always less harsher than other coastal cities making the place very pleasant and congenial for professional education. The campus is of great scenic beauty and forms an excellent setting for the pursuit of studies in engineering and technology.

The well planned departmental buildings, library, hostels, students’ amenities centre, open air theatre, residential quarters for staff with neatly laid out roads, lawns and gardens constitute the PEC campus which is about 210 acres.

Admission to I year of the B.Tech. course has been centralised and a Joint Entrance Test will be conducted by the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Pondicherry. Details of the examination will be published in this site and in leading newspapers by the CENTAC in the month of April/May every year.

Admission to First Semester B.Tech Degree Course is based on the qualifying examination marks (of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) and JET marks in the ratio 1:1.

This post was submitted by Shyam.