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Program Overview

The MBA in Business Analytics is a program curated by GEMS B SCHOOL in collaboration with KPMG. This is the very first and only programme in Analytics offered by Industry and Academia collaboratively. This is a Work-Study programme than enables the student to learn the course 70% practically and 30% theoretically. This is a Hands-on practical programme delivered by experts from the Industry including Analytics experts from KPMG.

Program Highlights

✓ Statistical methods and business intelligence
✓ Hands-on training in Python, Tableau, PowerBI and data science tools
✓ 5-day work placement + weekend classes model
✓ International exposure through global collaborations
✓ Real analytics projects with leading companies

Program Concept

This is a 2 year work-study MBA program in Business Analytics offered by GEMS B SCHOOL in collaboration with KPMG. In the Beginning of the course, the student is placed with a company in a Domain of his/her choice. Monday to Friday the student works in this company. Saturday and Sunday attends classes in the college. At the end of 2 years, the student gets an MBA in Business Analytics and a PGP in Business Analytics from KPMG with 2 years of relevant Domain experience. The student will be paid a salary and will be in a full time job.

The entire delivery of Business Analytics modules will be done by KPMG.

The student will be awarded an MBA degree and a PGP certification in this program. The MBA degree will be awarded by a UGC recognised and NAAC ‘A’ grade accredited Indian University and the PGP certification by KPMG. On the strength of these qualifications students can apply for employment in the Private sector, Public sector and Overseas as well.

Fees is payable in 8 easy instalments. Hostel accommodation available in the campus. Students will be taken on an outbound workshop as a part of the course curriculum.

International Progression (optional)

GEMS B SCHOOL’s strategic partnerships with reputed International Universities enables students enrolling for the Industry Synergised MBA program for a course progression into an MBA program at one of these International Universities.

GEMS B SCHOOL currently has International Pathway agreements with University of Sunderland – UK, Roosevelt University – USA and La Trobe University – Australia.

Students can complete the first year of their MBA at GEMS B SCHOOL and progress to one of these Universities for the final year to get an MBA from that respective University.

The International progression is only for students who are interested in this option and is not mandatory for all. Students enrolling for the Industry synergised MBA have time upto one year to decide whether they would like to choose this option or not.

Career Outcomes

High-earning analytics and BI leadership roles

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Business Analyst

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Data Analyst

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BI Consultant

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Analytics Manager

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Product Analyst

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Strategy Analyst

Eligibility & Fee

Eligibility Criteria

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
  • Minimum 50% aggregate
  • Any discipline
  • GEMS Admission Test and Personal Interview

Fee Structure

  • Payable in 8 installments
  • Scholarships available
  • Education loan available
  • Contact admissions team for latest fee structure

Why MBA + PGP Analytics at GEMS?

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Work-Study Model

Balance learning and earning — study weekends, work weekdays with our partner companies.

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Hands-On Learning

Real projects using Python, TensorFlow, and industry tools

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Complete Toolset

Master SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, and modern BI platforms

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Future Ready

AI, ML, and predictive analytics integrated into curriculum

Turn Data Into Your Competitive Advantage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of companies and roles are students placed in during and after the MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
During the program, students are placed in jobs related to their chosen domain such as Marketing, Finance, HR etc. Students of GEMS are placed in organisations such as Accenture, KPMG, Paychex, Zepto, ANZ, Wells Fargo, Stripe, Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd, Entomo etc. Freshers are placed in entry level roles while students with work experience will be placed in roles based on their work experience.
After the MBA program, MBA in Business Analytics students from GEMS usually join highly reputed organisations as Analysts with attractive packages, thanks to the two years of experience and skills they gain during the two year work study program.
How much salary can a student expect during and after the MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
During the MBA, fresher students start with a salary between 2 lakhs and 4.8 lakhs per annum. Students with prior work experience will start with higher salaries based on their work experience. Students will be eligible for pay hikes as per company policies as they progress during the program.
After the program, students start with packages between 8 lakhs and 10 lakhs per annum based on their performance during the program. Students with prior experience earn much higher packages upon completion of the program which has gone upto over 25 lakhs per annum.
Is the placement guaranteed during and after the MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
Yes, every student joining GEMS certainly gets placed. However, the placement will depend on the calibre of the student. Whether the student gets placed in a multinational company, Tier-2 or Tier-3 company will depend on the calibre and performance of the student.
After completion of the program, students of GEMS don’t find it hard to get placed in reputed companies with high packages because they already have 2 years of work experience.
How can i get more information on the quality of placements offered in this MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
You can log onto to our YouTube channel and watch our students talk about their experiences. Alternatively, you can ask your course counsellor to connect you with some of our past and present students who can share their experiences with you.
What’s the placement process like and how soon after joining the MBA in Business Analytics program will i get my placement? ▼
The placement process starts with a Psychometric Analysis to help you figure out your specialisation followed by a communication assessment and two rounds of counselling with our Dean and Director of Placements. After which, you will be put through a placement training for one whole week and then your interviews will start. Students normally get placed and start working in about 7 days to 30 days from the day their Interviews start.
What kind of faculties will teach me? ▼
All faculties who teach at GEMS are subject matter experts in their respective fields with a minimum of 15 years industry experience. Also the Business Analytics tools will be taught by the experts from KPMG.
What will be the timing of the classes? ▼
Students will have classes for 4 to 6 hours on a Saturday and 4 to 6 hours on a Sunday in the GEMS Campus.
What is the overall fees for this MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
The total fees of this program is INR 8,40,000 payable in 8 instalments. This includes the tuition fees and examination fees.
Is this MBA in Business Analytics program recognised for Jobs in India and abroad? ▼
On successful completion of this program students gain an MBA degree from University of Mysore, which is a Government of Karnataka owned University that is UGC recognised, AICTE approved and NAAC Accredited. On the strength of this degree students can certainly apply for jobs in India and abroad in the private or public sector.
This degree is also recognised for all kinds of higher education in India and Abroad. Students will also be receiving a PGP (Post Graduate Program) certificate from KPMG in Business Analytics.
What is the eligibility criteria for admission into the MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
Students should have scored more than 50% in their graduation, clear the GEMS Admission test and a Personal Interview.
How do I apply for admission to this MBA in Business Analytics program? ▼
Log onto admission.gemsbschool.com and start your application. Follow the user friendly instructions from there on by paying Rs. 1000 application fee, followed by the GEMS admission test and personal interview. Upon clearing the same you will be issued an admission offer.
How is the GEMS Admission Test (GAT) structured and what kind of questions will i be asked? ▼
The GEMS Admission Test (GAT) consists of 200 business aptitude questions covering areas such as English Grammar, Basic Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, and General Knowledge. Students must secure a minimum of 50% marks to qualify. The test has a total duration of 80 minutes.
Who should consider the Business Analytics specialisation? ▼
It suits students who enjoy working with numbers and data, want to move into analytics or data-driven strategy roles, and are comfortable with tools and quantitative reasoning, even without a technical or engineering background.
Do I need a coding or statistics background to apply? ▼
No, eligibility follows the standard MBA requirement of a bachelor's degree in any discipline. The program builds analytics skills from the ground up, though comfort with numbers and logical reasoning helps.
How stable is a Business Analytics career, and where do graduates get hired? ▼
Every major industry from banking and retail to supply chain now runs on data driven decision-making. Graduates step directly into in demand roles like Business Analyst, BI Consultant, and Analytics Specialist with the credibility of KPMG's brand and 2 years of corporate work experience.
How does KPMG's direct involvement benefit the student compared to a regular MBA in Analytics? ▼
Regular MBAs often focus mainly on theoretical textbook concepts. KPMG experts design the curriculum around live market practices and issue a separate Post Graduate Program (PGP) certificate, giving students top-tier brand credibility and a competitive hiring advantage
What career opportunities are available after completing the MBA in Business Analytics? ▼
Graduates can explore roles such as Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Marketing Analyst, Operations Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Analytics Consultant.
How is MBA in Business Analytics different from a regular MBA? ▼
A regular MBA provides broad management knowledge, whereas an MBA in Business Analytics adds a strong focus on data analysis, business intelligence, analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making. This combination helps students understand both business strategy and the role of data in making business decisions.
Will I get placement in Business Analytics or any other domain? ▼
During your MBA, you will have the opportunity to choose a domain based on your career interests and strengths. For Business Analytics roles, companies generally expect candidates to have practical knowledge of relevant analytics tools and techniques.
Therefore, you can initially build your career in your chosen domain and, as you gain experience and develop the required analytics skills and tools, you can move into Business Analyst or Analytics-related roles based on your qualifications and experience.
What tools are generally used in Business Analytics? ▼
Depending on the curriculum, students may work with tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python, and other analytics platforms.
How does domain experience help me in my MBA in Business Analytics? ▼
If you don’t already have strong analytical tools, skills, or experience, we help you gain practical exposure in your relevant domain—such as Finance, HR, Healthcare, Digital Marketing, or Marketing.
During your MBA, you get the opportunity to work and learn within your chosen domain. This allows you to understand real-world business processes, challenges, and data while gradually developing your analytical skills.
By the time you complete your MBA, you can have around 2 years of relevant domain work experience. This helps you stay aligned with your career background and makes it easier to transition into Analyst roles within your domain, such as Financial Analyst, HR Analyst, Healthcare Analyst, or Marketing Analyst.
How does domain experience help me in my MBA in Business Analytics? ▼
Incase the student does not have analytical tools, skills, experience. We place them in their respective domain such as finance, HR, healthcare, digital marketing, marketing etc. so that they can learn from the experience and once they complete their MBA, they will have 2 yrs of relevant work experience in domain which keeps them stick to their relevancy and will get placed as analyst with relevant experience.