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ABOUT PEOPLES EDUCATION SOCIETY (PES) In 1972, PES was founded with just over 40 students in a rented gymnasium at Bangalore. Today, PES has more than 15,000 students spread across four different campuses in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. PES Group today runs programs ranging from Pre-University to Post Graduation. PES Institution of Technology (PESIT) is South East Asia's first ISO 9002 certified Educational Institution. PES is focused on four main educational areas: Engineering, Medicine, Management and Life Sciences. We offer both foundation courses as well as specialization with Bachelor and Master degrees.

CEO’S MESSAGE: Prof. D Jawahar PES Institutions

The Department of Management Studies: You'll find that everything at PES is single mindedly focused on addressing student needs. We are clear that it is our responsibility to help our students realize their goals in an increasingly competitive world. We have consistently produced excellent results and PES alumni can be found at premier organizations in India and overseas. From academic excellence to leadership qualities, a nurturing environment to cutting edge infrastructure, PES offers everything you need to succeed. At PES, prepare to be constantly challenged, whether it is in the classroom or outside. You can look forward to being trained by stellar faculty, getting hands-on experience at leading organizations and building enduring bonds with your peers. Our unique educational system will ensure that you gain not just depth and breadth in your chosen area of specialization, but a holistic set of skills that will equip you to face the real world. At every stage, there will be opportunities to expand your boundaries, platforms for collaboration and learning, and recognition for those who strive to excel.

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Department of Management Studies is a part of the Peoples Education Society (PES) Group of Institutions founded by Prof. M.R. Doreswamy in 1972 and is under the leadership of Prof. D. Jawahar (CEO, PES group), with the objective of developing an institution offering need-based education. The ideology at the School of Management is to develop various facets of management through education, research, training, consulting and publications.

The infrastructure at PES is absolutely world class and you will build practical skills at the many laboratories and workshops. You will also enjoy the thriving, vibrant campus life with its diverse and enthusiastic student community. Having experienced American education as a student as well as a teacher, I was keen to integrate the best practices into education at PES. We were able to accomplish this with a partnership with Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in 2005. I am pleased with the success of the graduate proficiency courses leading to an MBA program offered by IUP at our campus. Finally, PES is about always trying to push the bar a little more, constantly innovating and never standing still. If these are values you believe in too, you will do well at PES. If you have the drive and determination, come to PES and we will help you realize your dream.

Prof. D Jawahar CEO, PES Institutions

To make such an endeavor possible, the School of Management offers: Management Program Training to enhance management skills eLearning opportunity for corporate managers and employees Corporate Advisory Services on all management related issues Management Researches & Consultancy PES School of Management conducts industry-oriented applied research in all functional areas of management such as Marketing, Human Resource Management, Finance, MIS, TQM, Production, Health, Safety and Environment. Sponsored projects from National and International agencies in areas of Management, Technology and Education are an integral component in the overall framework of research.

ABOUT INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (IUP)

DEAN’S MESSAGE: Dr. Robert C. Camp IUP The global executive of today faces a complex array of challenges. Only a few years ago, most of the competition was up the street or around the corner. Today, the competition may be a multinational corporation or a government-sponsored conglomerate with headquarters and production facilities on the far side of the world. Today, a tool kit of analytical skills is not enough preparation for the global executive. To be successful, you must have a multi-cultural perspective and finelyhoned communication skills. The business programs offered by IUP faculty have been designed to sharpen both decision making and human relations skills so that graduates can compete successfully in this global environment. We are especially proud of our partnership with PES in Bangalore, India. That partnership gives you the opportunity to work with world-class faculty in a cross-cultural environment. Our faculty have strong academic training and real-world experience. Furthermore, many of them have executive or consulting experience with major corporations. The Eberly College of Business and Information Technology at IUP has a long tradition of training individuals for successful careers in both business and information technology. The Eberly College has approximately 20,000 alumni. Many of them hold high-level positions in major corporations and ing firms. Many others are successful entrepreneurs. There is substantial evidence that these graduates have been well prepared for today's competitive environment. The Eberly College has over two dozen academic partners throughout the world. On the main campus, the Eberly College enrolls students from approximately 40 different countries. You'll benefit from networking with students from all over the world. The Eberly College is accredited by AACSB-International, the premier accrediting body for collegiate business programs worldwide. Dr. Robert C. Camp Dean, Eberly College of Business and IT, IUP

Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) is the largest of the state-owned universities in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. It was founded in 1875 with 225 students in one building. Since then, it has grown in size and stature to today's global center of learning with over 14,000 students from every corner of the world pursuing degrees in over 100 undergraduate majors with a variety of internship and study-abroad programs, more than 40 master's degree programs, and ten programs leading to the doctoral degree. IUP's range of opportunities and quality of instruction are characteristic of any big U.S. university; yet at IUP, close/one-to-one relationships develop within the teaching framework, and a strong sense of community prevails. IUP has been ranked among the leading institutions by several major publications for the combination of academic excellence and affordable prices. The publications include The Princeton Review's Best Colleges publications; Donald Asher's Cool Colleges: For the Hyper-Intelligent, Self-Directed, Late Blooming and Just Plain Different; Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine; Arco's Dollarwise Guide to American Colleges; Barron's Best Buys in College Education; The New York Times; Money magazine; and U.S. News and World Report, among others. IUP's primary campus is located in Indiana, Pennsylvania, a safe, friendly community in Western Pennsylvania. It is within easy reach of a wide range of outdoor activities and tourist attractions such as the Niagara Falls as well as urban locations such as Pittsburgh, New York, Washington, D.C, etc. IUP has partnered with numerous institutions worldwide spread over all continents and major regions of the world for students to be a part of the Study-Abroad Program. This gives students an opportunity to experience other cultures. Some of the partnered institutions are located in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Finland, , , Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, and United Kingdom.

The Eberly College of Business and Information Technology IUP has been offering its MBA program for several decades in the U.S. and has attracted students from every significant region of the world, including India. I am pleased that we have been able to offer the same MBA degree on the campus of PES, Bangalore, India since 2005 with the help of full-time Ph.D. faculty from IUP. The faculty possess excellent teaching, scholarly and industry credentials. This program is designed to provide students a rigorous MBA program from an AACSB-accredited U.S. business school.

Program Director's MESSAGE: Dr. Prashanth N. Bharadwaj IUP

Students have the option of completing their MBA in Bangalore or finishing the specialization courses on IUP's main campus in Indiana, PA. Nearly 99% of the over 200 students who have applied have secured their U.S. visas. It is heartening to see that many of the alumni have established successful careers in leading organizations in the U.S. as well as in India. The diversity of the classroom in this program is unparalleled in the Indian context--faculty with origins and experiences from every major region of the world and exchange students from the U.S., , , Taiwan and other parts of Europe and Asia. The student body in the Bangalore program itself is growingly diverse with students from several countries of Asia, Middle East and Africa. The program has created a truly global learning environment for students.

The Eberly College of Business and Information Technology at IUP enrols approximately 2,200 students. The size of the student body allows the College to offer a wide range of program options including ing, Business Education, Business Technology , Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, Finance, General Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management Information System, Marketing and Supply Chain Management. The Eberly College is accredited by AACSB International, the premier accrediting agency for collegiate business programs. Only about 15% of all colleges and universities worldwide hold AACSB International accreditation. This could be considered analogous to a corporation having its stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Eberly College of Business and Information Technology is included in the Princeton Review's Best 296 Business Schools, 2009 edition. This is the fifth consecutive year that the Eberly College has been selected for this annual guidebook.

All the professors in the Eberly College have both doctoral degrees and extensive industrial/professional experience. A significant number of Eberly College professors have had lengthy careers with some of the largest corporations in the world, and several of the ing faculty have had public ing experience. The Eberly College has one of the largest business internship program in the state of Pennsylvania. It provides internship opportunities with many major corporations in virtually all the major cities in the eastern half of the United States. Many interns secure permanent employment within the internship company.

Students will get assistance in seeking internships and job placements both in India and in the U.S. Additional benefits include state-of-the-art instructional facilities both at PES and at IUP, significant cost savings (both tuition and living/hostel), very knowledgeable and student-friendly advisors in Bangalore as well as in the U.S. In 2009, we are excited about starting the inaugural batch of the BBM/BS in Business program on PES campus in Bangalore.

“Two of the significant aspects of AACSB accreditation are faculty qualifications and assessment of student learning. Accreditation helps faculty maintain currency in scholarly and industry-related activities. In of students, AACSB accreditation requires that faculty ensure appropriate learning outcomes while engaging in continuous improvement of instructional content and delivery.”

Prashanth N. Bharadwaj, Ph.D. Program Coordinator and Dean's Associate Eberly College of Business and IT, IUP

PES - IUP Partnership The Department of Management Studies, PES in collaboration with Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), offers proficiency courses in Management. Successful completion of all proficiency courses lead to the MBA degree offered by the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA

The program will provide an excellent opportunity for students and professionals to enhance their careers by helping them gain knowledge and skills in various aspects of business management. The program incorporates a unique modular design and a combination of lecture sessions and industry interactions. The program also offers a choice to visit the US/other partnered Universities worldwide.

International

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Symposium Discover India is an educational, entertaining and exciting learning experience for students. Students from IUP will be visiting the world famous Taj Mahal, one of the 7 wonders of the world as well as many historic sites in Agra, Jaipur, Delhi, Bangalore and Mysore. The students will be given facility tours of leading multinational companies and an opportunity to meet with company executives. The highlight of the visit will be a one day symposium involving halfdozen expert speakers on a variety of topics pertaining to India. A “Cultural Evening”, will feature performance by a professional groups and PES-IUP

Earn your MBA without interrupting your career Bachelor’s Degree in Business (BBM / BS in Business)

through IUP's E-MBA program in Bangalore.

Master of business istration Executive Track (E-MBA) The Master of Business istration, Executive Track program (E-MBA), is designed to serve the needs of managers from industrial, financial, hi-tech, nonprofit, and public sectors as well as small business, and allows them to earn an MBA degree while continuing their working career. With a theme of “strategic decision making in a changing global environment,” the E-MBA is designed to enhance your analytical, managerial, and decision-making skills IUP is accredited by AACSB International, the premier accrediting body for business programs worldwide Classes will be taught by full-time Ph.D. faculty from IUP with extensive industry and research background Tuition Fee savings of up to 50%

The E-MBA program prepares each individual to accept increased responsibilities in general management. The curriculum offers broad training in foundations of management and basic analytical techniques while exposing students to contemporary management tools and technologies. Limited class size with careful selection of participants ensures a wide variety of professional backgrounds. Such a learning forum provides exposure to peers from all organizational settings in a cohesive, networking environment. The format of the program delivery will be hybrid/blended which includes 50% in-class instruction scheduled during weekends and 50% asynchronous on-line instruction during the students' flexible time schedule. In addition, there will be synchronous on-line instruction occasionally and on an as-needed basis. The blended approach has proven to combine the best of pedagogies. Students seeking enrollment in the EMBA program must possess a bachelor's degree, three or more years of professional experience,and nomination by his/her organization (preferable, not mandatory) Candidates with less than 4 years of experience will have to take one of the aptitude tests - GMAT/CAT/MAT and will be considered on a case-by-case basis for ission. Candidates with over 4 years of experience will not require any aptitude test scores Should I list all 10 majors ?

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Foundations of Business Statistics

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Specialization in one of the following: * Marketing * Finance

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International Business

Foundations of Finance

Organizational Analysis

Marketing Management

Organizational Communication

Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Foundations of Micro & Macro Economics

Managerial Microeconomics

Financial Management

Management Information Systems

Professional ancy

Operations Management

Case Problems in Business Law

* Human Resource Management (HRM)

Information Systems Principles of Marketing & Management

Global Business Entrepreneurship *Also offered at PES, India

Selection will be based on group discussion & personal interview of all the candidates All issions are on a first come first served basis for qualified candidates

Master’s Degree in Business (MBA) Highlights: Successful completion of all Proficiency Courses will lead to an MBA Degree awarded by Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), U.S.A. IUP is accredited by AACSB International, the premier accrediting body for business programs worldwide Classes taught by full-time Ph.D. faculty from IUP with extensive industry and research background Accelerated full-time program with a 1.5 year completion offer because of efficient scheduling of classes Tuition Fee savings up to 50% Excellent placements in India and in the U.S. State-of-the-art infrastructure Option of completing specialization in the U.S. Batch I to VI - 97% of the nearly 300 students who applied for the U.S. visa have been successful Specialization in Marketing, Finance, HR offered in India and option of specialization in 8 streams namely Marketing, Finance, HR, Supply Chain Management, Professional ing, Global Business, Information Systems and Entrepreneurship in the U.S. Option of spending additional semester(s) in partner universities worldwide - , Macau, Finland, Mexico, U.K., etc. Student exchange to PES, India from the U.S. and other partner universities worldwide

Eligibility: Prospective students with Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (3 or 4 year degree - 1st class preferred) and a GMAT score above 450 or MAT score above 500 or CAT score above 50th percentile will be accepted. Final year degree students are also eligible to apply. Candidates with work experience above 2 years and extraordinary accomplishments (academic and extra-curricular) are eligible for scholarships.

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SOME OF THE INTERNATIONAL FACULTY ON-SITE & THEIR Boldin Photograph

David B. Yerger, Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University Managerial Microeconomics

Joette M. Wisnieski, Ph.D. University of Georgia Organizational Analysis

Hussam Al-Shammari, Ph.D. University of Texas at Arlington International Business

Robert J. Boldin, Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania Financial Management

Madan Batra, Ph.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison Marketing Management

Germain P. Kline, Ph.D. Walden University Management ing

Mukesh K. Chaudhry, Ph.D. Cleveland State University Financial Management

Dr. Prashanth N. Bharadwaj “It is heartening to see that our efforts in the program & in the classroom are paying off... Our students are getting excellent jobs in companies in both India & in the U.S.” Prashanth N. Bharadwaj, Ph.D. Rutgers University Operations Management Dean’s Associate & Program Director

Dr. John Orife “This AACSB accredited MBA program is brought to your environment. It is affordable and it does not require one to travel to the U.S. to get an American business education.” John Orife, Ph.D. Michigan State University Organizational Analysis

Dr. Stephen W. Osborne “My experiences in Bangalore were very positive as both a teaching experience as well as from a professional/personal perspective. I look forward to coming back again.” Stephen W. Osborne, Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh Business Policy

Dr. Maali H. Ashamalla “This MBA program is well developed, well managed and well delivered. Recommended for a serious student who wants to make a difference.” Maali H. Ashamalla, Ph.D. City University of New York Business Policy

Varinder Sharma, Ph.D. University of North Texas Marketing Management

Sekhar Anantharaman, Ph.D. University of Central Florida Management ing

Krish Krishnan, Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh Marketing Management

Rajendra K. Garg, Ph.D. University of Massachusetts Marketing Management

Ramesh G. Soni, Ph.D. The Univ. of Texas at Arlington Operations Management

Abbas J. Ali, Ph.D. West Virginia University International Business

Ibrahim A. Affaneh, Ph.D. University of Utah Financial Management

Assurance of Learning (AOL) What you can expect from our students

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Effective manageri al skills Ability to m decision ake s legal, tech under nological , global & crosscultural environm ent

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business IUP is accredited by AACSB International, the premier accrediting body for business programs worldwide

AACSB-accredited schools have the highest quality faculty, relevant and challenging curriculum, and provide educational and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools.

Millions of students want exactly what you want—a highly successful, rewarding career in business.

AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5% of the world's 13,000 business programs have earned AACSB Accreditation. AACSB-accredited schools produce graduates that are highly skilled and more desirable to employers than other non-accredited schools. Employers want quality business graduates from quality business schools—graduates they know will perform on day one. This is why it is so important to choose an AACSBaccredited business degree program that will teach you the knowledge and skills employers require. AACSB-accredited schools are considered to be the best business schools in the world. Their undergraduate, master's, and doctorate degree programs have ed rigorous standards for quality. AACSB-accredited schools have better programs, better faculty, better students with higher overall GPAs, more international students, more employers that recruit from them, and graduates that receive better salaries.

Board Room Up to twenty-four people can be seated at the large, oval Board Room conference table for meetings, presentations, and teleconferences. Additional seating is available around the room. The Board Room is available to all students and faculty and is regularly used by student organizations and other campus groups.

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The Eberly College of Business and Information Technology is a beautiful facility that enhances the learning environment for students. Features include the following:

Multilevel Atrium The two-story Serafini Atrium, named after IUP alumnus Terry Serafini, is a spacious and comfortable study option for students. Bathed in light from picture windows overlooking the lower campus, the atrium gives students a place to work together, study alone, or simply take a break between classes.

Eberly Business Hall of Distinction Located in the Serafini Atrium, the Eberly Business Hall of Distinction recognizes the professional success and good citizenship of Eberly College graduates and others associated with the advancement of the Eberly College. The short biographical descriptions under the value of an IUP education to students’ future success.

Auditorium Our newly renovated auditorium seats 450 and is equipped with the latest technology, including three high-definition screens and surround sound. It is one of the largest auditoriums on campus and is frequently used by other IUP colleges for classes and conferences.

The Eberly Café is the only café in an academic building on campus. Fuel up before or after class with your choice of hot soups, sandwiches, coffee, soft drinks, wraps, salads, and baked goods.

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Eberly College offers many features in and out of the classroom that make it one of the most technologically advanced business schools in the country. Students can take advantage of the following:

Consumer Neuroscience Research Lab

Financial Trading Room This room allows students to create hypothetical portfolios, track all purchases and sales to gauge performance, and document trading strategies using three screens and highly advanced software and databases. The room can also be used for market research and tax preparation.

Eberly College is one of very few business schools in the country with a neuromarketing lab. It houses an advanced research lab, in which specialized equipment is used to measure brainwaves and track eye movement. Data gathered in the lab is utilized in consumer behavior research.

Bloomberg Lab The Eberly College holds a license for twelve Bloomberg terminals. A critical and common business tool, the Bloomberg terminal provides students with training in financial and investment analysis, bank and corporate management, and personal finance. Bloomberg provides specialized certifications for the various analytical packages available under the Bloomberg license. These certifications are widely respected by financial institutions and industrial corporations. Bloomberg certification requirements are integrated into most Finance major courses.

Digital Production Studio In our Digital Production Studio, faculty and students use video editing software and hardware coupled with green screen technology to prerecord course content, create projects, and film video resumes. Students are even able to sign out some of the equipment, such as video and digital cameras, for class projects.

Student Managed Investment Portfolio

Computer Labs

Many business schools offer their students experience with formal investing by using scrip money or simulation, but that’s not how IUP students learn about the world of finance. The Student Managed Investment Portfolio project affords students real money - fronted by the Foundation of IUP - for real investing. The SMIP hip, consisting of Finance, ing, and Economics majors, is chosen by the faculty and has a minimum grade-point average of 3.0. In addition to the portfolio manager, a student team leader and lead analyst oversee the balance of the team.

Eberly College’s seven computer labs allow faculty to incorporate hands-on learning inside the classroom. Each lab features a unique configuration that best accommodates the type of courses taught in the labs. The public computer lab is open late into the night, benefitting students working on projects and exams.

Expand Your Global Education

Create a Global Career Path Many Eberly College students have received internships or started careers with companies that have a global footprint. The following global companies have employed our students: Accenture Aflac Alcoa Bayer BNY Mellon Carpidiem City Wall Enterprise Caterpillar CitiFinancial Deutsche Bank Del Monte Foods DHL Disney World Ernst & Young FedEx Featherlite Future Group IBM Infosys Heinz Hershey Foods J. P. Morgan KPMG McKinsey Merck Northern Trust Bank Pantaloon Pfizer Pricewaterhouse Coopers Reliance Communications Sony Stemcor Systems Siemens Standard & Poor’s United Way U. S. Steel Wachovia Securities Westinghouse Electric

Eberly College has global partnerships with the following universities:

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UNITED KINGDOM University of Worchester, Worchester, U.K. Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds, U.K. Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, U.K.

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ASIA PES School of Business, Bangalore, India North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh INTI, Nilai, Malaysia Southwest University of Finance and Economics, Chengdu, China University of Macau, Macau China University of Korea, Seoul, Korea Tamkang University, New Taipei City, Taiwan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oppotunities with Our Large

Alumni Network ALUMNI NETWORKING EVENTS Students have the opportunity to attend many networking events with alumni throughout the year in which alumni often give presentations and lead career sessions for the students. There are even opportunities for students to attend alumni networking sessions in major cities, such as New York, Washingto, D.C., Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, and Pittsburgh.

How does this course differ from other MBA courses?

How is the scope for this program to apply for jobs in India?

Many MBA programs in the U.S., U.K., Australia, India, etc. have moved towards 1-year and 18-month programs. Even IIM’s, S.P. Jain and few other institutions in India are offering 1-year MBA programs now. Such programs are conducted at no expense of quality or content. This is quite evident by glancing through our program outline, the course content and the syllabi. The design and scheduling of the program has been structured efficiently to enable students to enter the corporate world in 18 months. Students who wished to experience the complete experience of internship and/or dual specialization in the U.S. at IUP, have taken two full years to complete their MBA.

The scope of this program to apply for jobs in India is as good as any MBA from an Indian University. You may refer to the list of companies where our alumni are already working in India.

BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL

What is the duration of this course?

The Business Advisory Council comprises prominent business leaders. Every semester, the council meets with students and faculty of the Eberly College. Advisory council offer information on the current business environment and advice to students on how best to prepare for the workplace.

The course duration is 18 months. However a student may opt to graduate after one year with a General MBA or may also opt for dual specialization/ concentration at IUP, USA What is the degree that will be awarded to me at the end of my course?

BUSINESS DAY

It is a fulltime MBA degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Eberly holds an annual Business Day every year in the spring. It is held in the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex, a state-of-the-art facility located next to Eberly. The day begins with the opportunity for students to attend discussions with local business leaders and distinguished alumni and is followed by an open networking session and luncheon. Business Day allows students to meet alumni and executives to network for possible internship and career opportunities.

How well is IUP accredited? IUP is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International, www.aacsb.edu), the premier accrediting body for business programs worldwide. Only a little over 15% of business programs worldwide are accredited by AACSB What are the benefits of the IUP - PES partnership?

Annual Alumni meet

If you go to IUP directly in the U.S., you will be spending approximately three times of what you would if you do it through this collaboration with PES in Bangalore. But in the IUP program at PES, you still have the opportunity to spend one semester at IUP or a partner university of IUP worldwide. You will have best of both worlds—affordability plus the experience of education in India and in the U.S. Also, if for some reason, you cannot go to the U.S., you may complete your entire U.S. MBA degree in India. Finally, you can get the assistance of either or both placement services of PES and IUP in India and U.S. respectively

Will my employer in India understand what GPA is and how it is earned by a student of this program? Yes, as GPA system is being followed at some of the premier business schools in India including ISB, IIM’s, XLRI to name a few. Will this program work out less expensive than ing IUP directly? If you go to IUP directly in the U.S., you will be spending approximately three times of what you would if you do it through PES-IUP program in Bangalore. Also through this program, you still have the opportunity to spend one semester at IUP or a partner university of IUP worldwide. You will have best of both worlds—affordability plus the global experience of education in India and in the U.S. Can I do dual specialization? Yes, but dual specialization is only offered at IUP campus, USA and not at the PES in Bangalore Which Visa category will I be eligible for? All the students intending to pursue studies in USA are only eligible for F-1 visa