Madras School of Economics

Madras School of Economics is a private institution in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, established in 1993. MBA/PGDM through CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA or GMAT; TANCET scores, followed by group discussion or interview at many institutes. PGDM institutes run their own selection.

  • Main entrance CAT
  • Type Private
  • Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Established 1993

Key facts

Type
Private: Management
Established
1993
Main entrance
CAT
AISHE code
S-19051
Courses offered
MBA or PGDM; BBA/BMS at some
Eligibility
MBA/PGDM: a bachelor's degree, usually with 50% (45% for reserved categories). BBA: Class 12.
Approval to check
AICTE approval (PGDM and MBA at affiliated colleges); for PGDM, AIU equivalence to an MBA is a plus
Institution type
PGDM Institute
Area
Urban
Before you apply
AICTE approval, accreditation (NBA, AACSB etc.), last year's median salary and placement report, and total fees.
Streams

Entrance exams Madras School of Economics accepts

  • CATMBA at the IIMs and other leading B-schools
  • XATPGDM at XLRI and other B-schools
  • MATMBA and PGDM at many private B-schools

Questions about Madras School of Economics

How do I get admission to Madras School of Economics?

MBA/PGDM through CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA or GMAT; TANCET scores, followed by group discussion or interview at many institutes. PGDM institutes run their own selection.

Which entrance exams does Madras School of Economics accept?

Madras School of Economics uses CAT, XAT and MAT, depending on the programme. MBA/PGDM through CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA or GMAT; TANCET scores, followed by group discussion or interview at many institutes. PGDM institutes run their own selection.

Is Madras School of Economics a government or private institution?

Madras School of Economics is a private institution (Management).

Where is Madras School of Economics?

Madras School of Economics is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

When was Madras School of Economics established?

Madras School of Economics was established in 1993.

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