Portfolio-First MBA

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Portfolio-First MBA

The Portfolio-First MBA programme at BML Munjal University goes beyond traditional management education. The university follows a portfolio-based learning model where students graduate with real business projects instead of just academic credentials. The programme, backed by the HERO Group legacy, is designed around industry-grade projects in every term that ensure learning remains practical as well as career-focused.

Not only this, each module concludes with a hands-on assignment such as market entry strategy, financial model, HR analytics dashboard, supply chain optimisation plan or an AI-powered marketing campaign. By the end of two years of the programme, students are able to build a professional portfolio of 8-10 projects that reflect their skills and thinking to recruiters.

At BML Munjal University, learning is driven by industry-linked projects, AI-enabled assignments and faculty-mentored project reviews. This approach directly focuses on building career-ready capabilities. Students graduate with work that showcases how they solve real business problems, making them more confident in interviews and more credible to employers.

If you are in search of an MBA designed that delivers practical experience, a strong project portfolio and clearer career outcomes, BML Munjal University Portfolio-First MBA is the one to choose. Apply now!

Programme Overview

Programme Overview

Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, with a percentage of 50% or more
Entrance Exam: CAT/NMAT/GMAT/CMAT/XAT/GRE
Admission Process: Entrance Exam + Personal Interview
Tuition Fee: ₹7,55,000 per year (scholarships available)

AI, Analytics & Emerging Tech at the Core of Our Portfolio-First MBA

BMU has reimagined its MBA to integrate data, technology and management through hands-on courses and electives in Data Visualisation (Tableau & Power BI), Predictive Analytics, Business Process Automation, AI for Marketing, NLP & Text Analytics and Industry 4.0. These modules prepare students to lead digital transformation across industries, combining analytical rigour with managerial insight.

MBA Tracks Offered

Every one of our MBA specialisations is built on a portfolio-first, multidisciplinary approach that helps students become innovators, thought leaders and entrepreneurs by solving real business problems and building industry-ready project portfolios.

What You’ll Actually Build, Not Just Study

Diagnose a Retail Business

Why are margins dropping at a multi-store retail chain like Reliance Retail?

Build a Growth Strategy for a D2C Brand

How should a brand like Nykaa / Mamaearth scale across Tier 2 & 3 cities?

Make Strategic Trade-offs

Should a company like Tata Motors invest in expansion or optimise costs?

Lead in an AI-Driven World

How can AI improve forecasting and decision-making at a firm like Dabur?

Decode New-Age Business Models

How do platforms like Zomato and Razorpay really make money?

Specialisation Portfolio

Role-ready work in Marketing / Finance / HR / Analytics / Operations

AI in Every Portfolio Project

Students use real AI tools, automation platforms and no-code technologies to research, analyse and execute business decisions, making AI a daily part of how portfolios are built in the Portfolio-First MBA at BML Munjal University (BMU).

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Why Pursue Portfolio-First MBA from BML Munjal University?

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at BMU offers a portfolio-first learning experience, combining an innovative curriculum with industry-integrated projects to help students build real business outcomes as well as develop the skills required for leadership in today’s competitive landscape.

Top Ranked Business School
Top Ranked
Business School

Recognised as the 6th best institution for Academia-Industry collaboration according to Education World, the School of Management stands at the impressive 77th position nationwide in the Management category, per the NIRF Ranking 2025 by the Ministry of Education. Additionally, it has received a DIAMOND subject rating in management by iGauge in 2022.

Emerging Career Tracks after Portfolio-First MBA

The MBA at BMU follows a portfolio-first approach, where every project, case study and internship contributes to a strong body of work. By the end of the programme, students graduate with a portfolio that showcases real business skills. Here are some top career pathways students can explore:

International Learning That Shows in Your Portfolio

Through the International Immersion Programme, the Portfolio-First MBA at BML Munjal University (BMU) gives students international business exposure, cross-market learning and global insights that strengthen their professional portfolio and career readiness.

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Our Placement Success Story

Find your tribe

23%

With Work Experience

24

Diverse representation of states

47 %

Women

You're Hired

17 LPA

Highest CTC

13.39 LPA

Top 10% Average CTC

12.10 LPA

Top 25% Highest CTC

Our alumni have found careers as:

  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Management Consultant
  • Investment Banker
  • Financial Analyst
  • Entrepreneur

Recent employers include:

  • Accenture
  • Adani Group
  • Addverb
  • Alight
  • Alvarez and Marsal
  • Axis Bank
  • Benepik
  • Bluestar

Real stories. Real impact.
We keep it simple.

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Meet Pranittrisha
Chaplot, one of our
MBA students

Chaplot, the B.Tech-turned-management maverick, dove headfirst into business education, drawn by its promising expanses. But why did Chaplot choose BMU from the choices before her? It’s simple: BMU’s teaching methods tickled her fancy, always honing in on integrated learning and dishing out an industry-rich experience vital in today’s cutthroat corporate jungle.

Let's Start-up, Shall we?

Tushar
Bhatia

Tushar Bhatia

a notable figure in the industry serving as the COO of Picxele and Founder & CEO of Digifuse, proudly represents the alumni of BMU’s Class of 2019.

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School of
Management

The School of Management at BMU was founded with the objective of transforming management education in India by creating a world-class teaching and learning environment. Instead of preparing students for the future, we teach them how to invent it. The future is created by innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs willing to go the extra mile. Our programmes combine fun, learning, gaming, and outbound experiences while exposing students to academics and industry. At BMU, we let students work in a fun atmosphere and learn through experiential learning. The programme emphasises developing skills required to solve real-world problems.

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Life
on Campus

Life on campus at BMU is an adventure ride filled with endless possibilities and vibrant energy! Be it bustling cafeterias that serve delicious snacks or student clubs hosting exciting events there’s never a dull moment. You can stroll through lush gardens or chill with friends in cosy hangout spots where you will make memories of a lifetime. Life on campus at BMU is where there’s something for everyone — be it sports, arts, state of the facilities to relax and have fun!

Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you’re a student eager to begin your career or a professional looking to grow, this programme is designed for those who want to build real business skills and a strong professional portfolio via hands-on projects and practical learning.

At BML Munjal University, the Portfolio-First MBA programme is around 2 years (4 semesters), during which students build a portfolio of industry-grade projects across multiple terms.

You are eligible for the MBA course at BML Munjal University if you hold a bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and a valid CAT/NMAT/GMAT/CMAT/XAT/GRE score. You can see the detailed eligibility criteria on the official website page- https://www.bmu.edu.in/courses/mba/eligibility/

No, it is not mandatory to have work experience for MBA admission. However, having professional experience can strengthen your profile and help you gain deeper insights during the programme.

The average salary of an MBA graduate is 12 LPA and can increase significantly with skills, experience and specialisation.

BML Munjal University accepts entrance exams such as CAT, NMAT, GMAT, CMAT, XAT and GRE.

After completing the programme, you can pursue roles in marketing, finance, HR, consulting, analytics, operations or entrepreneurship. Your project portfolio helps you demonstrate real capabilities to employers.

You can apply for the MBA at BML Munjal University by visiting their online admissions portal (https://admissions.bmu.edu.in/), selecting the MBA programme, completing the form, uploading required documents, paying the fee and awaiting confirmation.

Yes, one can apply for the programmes through the regular application process. However, BMU provides sports scholarships to deserving candidates. For details, https://admissions.bmu.edu.in/

BML Munjal University helps students avail themselves of education loans easily from several banks and NBFCs. The education loans for the students of BMU are offered based on the credit history of the co-applicant and the academic performance of the applicant. For financial aid details, please contact anuradha.mandal@bmu.edu.in or call us on Toll-Free No. 1800-103-6888.