Can You Pursue an MBA After a BBA? A Comprehensive Guide for Aspirants

Overview of MBA Programs at LPU

Dear candidates, it is possible to pursue an MBA program after completing a BBA degree. Leading institutions like the Mittal School of Business at Lovely Professional University (LPU) offer accredited MBA programs. LPU's MBA program is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and LPU has recently received NAAC A accreditation.

Eligibility for MBA Programs

The eligibility requirements for the MBA program at LPU are as follows:

Pass with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in a Bachelor’s degree of any discipline or equivalent. Admission through LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance Selection Test), or other standardized tests such as CAT (Common Admission Test), XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CMAT (Confederation of Management Association Test), or NMAT (National Managerial Aptitude Test), followed by an interview.

Benefits of Joining an MBA Program

Pursuing an MBA program can be highly beneficial for your professional and industry-oriented career aspirations. Here are some key advantages:

Professional and Industry Certifications

As part of the curriculum, MBA students can earn industry certifications from reputable organizations such as KPMG, AI ML Analytics, and 3AI (for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning), and Digital Marketing Institute Ireland for digital marketing certifications.

Excellent Placements with Top Packages

Top placements with prestigious MNCs and national organizations such as Amazon, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), Flipkart, Colgate Palmolive, among others, offer significantly competitive salaries. In the 2023-24 academic year, the highest placement package was Rs 24.69 LPA at Flipkart, while the average package was Rs 7.1 LPA.

In-House Specializations

LPU offers a range of in-house specializations including:

Marketing and Finance Operations and International Business Entrepreneurship and Investment Banking Retail Management and Strategy AI ML and Analytics with 3AI Technology Product Management Digital Marketing with Digital Marketing Institute Ireland HR with Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Financial Consulting and FinTech with KPMG Financial Markets with NSE

Placement Record at LPU

The placement record at LPU for the MBA program is impressive. In the 2023-24 academic year, 96 students secured placements, with the highest package at Flipkart. LPU organizes placement drives to facilitate students in securing internships and job placements in various sectors, including banks, private sector companies, public sector companies, and more. Students have interned with renowned firms such as IDBI Future General Insurance, COHO, Times of India, Hindustan Times, Karvy Stock Broking, and Decathlon Sports Ltd.

General Guidance for Aspirants

While it is common in India to pursue an MBA directly after a BBA, it is advised to gain at least three years of work experience before joining a B-school. This can significantly enhance your learning and improve your career prospects upon graduation.

For further guidance and detailed application procedures, please visit the official LPU website or contact their admissions department.