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Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS), Kochi, was established in 1995 and is managed by the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI) congregation. The institute is widely recognized as one of India's leading management institutions, offering AICTE-approved PGDM programmes, MBA, MA HRM and executive education. The PGDM programme is recognized as equivalent to an MBA by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and holds prestigious international accreditations including AACSB, EFMD and ACBSP.

The institute follows an experiential learning approach through case studies, simulations, live consulting projects, internships, business analytics, leadership development and international collaborations. Students can pursue dual specializations and participate in global immersion programmes with partner universities across Europe and Asia.

RCBS enjoys an excellent reputation for academic excellence, research, industry engagement and corporate placements. Its strong alumni network, experienced faculty, modern campus and emphasis on ethical leadership make it one of the top choices for management education in South India.

Courses

• MBA
• PGDM
• PGDM International
• MA HRM
• International Executive MBA (IEMBA)
• Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
• Executive Education 

Course Eligibility

MBA

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% aggregate marks
• Valid CAT, CMAT, KMAT Kerala or equivalent score
• Group Discussion
• Personal Interview

PGDM

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum 50% marks
• Valid CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT or KMAT Kerala score
• Group Discussion
• Personal Interview
• Business Awareness Test (BAT)

MA HRM

• Bachelor's Degree as per programme eligibility

IEMBA

• Bachelor's Degree with relevant work experience

Fees

Placement

Graduates are recruited across Consulting, BFSI, IT, Analytics, FMCG, Manufacturing, Healthcare and E-commerce sectors. Major recruiters include Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Infosys, Federal Bank, TCS, Accenture, Wipro, Nestlé, Asian Paints and Cognizant. The institute maintains a strong placement record with excellent internship opportunities and corporate partnerships

Admission Process

✔ Register through the online admission portal.

✔ Submit CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT/KMAT score.

✔ Complete the application form.

✔ Attend Group Discussion (GD).

✔ Appear for the Business Awareness Test (BAT).

✔ Attend Personal Interview (PI).

✔ Receive the admission offer and complete fee payment

College Highlights

✔ Established in 1995

✔ AICTE Approved

✔ AACSB Accredited

✔ EFMD Accredited PGDM

✔ ACBSP Accredited

✔ AIU MBA Equivalence

✔ NBA Accredited MBA

✔ International Exchange Programmes

✔ Strong Corporate Connect

✔ One of Kerala's Top Business Schools

FAQs

Is Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies AICTE approved?

Yes. RCBS is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and its PGDM programme is recognized as MBA equivalent by AIU.

Which entrance exams are accepted for PGDM admission?

The institute accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT and KMAT Kerala scores for PGDM admissions.

Does RCBS offer international exposure?

Yes. Students can participate in international exchange programmes, global immersion opportunities and the PGDM International programme.

Is the PGDM programme recognized as equivalent to an MBA?

Yes. The PGDM programme is recognized as equivalent to an MBA by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Is Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies a good choice for management studies?

Yes. RCBS is considered one of the top management institutes in South India because of its international accreditations, experienced faculty, industry-oriented curriculum, research ecosystem and strong placement support. 

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