Department of Management, Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani Admission Process

Highlights of the MBA in Business Analytics Program

• The MBA in Business Analytics at BITS Pilani offers cutting-edge management education, incorporating the latest thinking and best learning practices.
• The program includes three semesters of rigorous on-campus training, with an option for six months of industry exposure via a structured, evaluative paid internship (Practice School) or dissertation, making it a unique offering. In the Practice School, students work on real-time projects with leading companies, with the opportunity to receive a pre-placement offer upon successful completion.
• Hands-on laboratory sessions and innovative teaching methodologies complement traditional classroom learning.
• Certification programs and training workshops will be conducted to enhance skills specific to business analytics.
• Continuous engagement with industry experts provides valuable insights and real-world perspectives.
• Opportunities for international immersion are available, expanding global exposure.
• The renowned alumni network of BITS Pilani offers mentorship and guidance.
• Students can access substantial financial assistance through teaching assistantships.

Important Dates and Deadlines (Tentative)

The Institute reserves the right to modify the above deadlines. Candidates will be notified well in advance in case of any changes.

Eligibility for Admission

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree of at least three years duration in any discipline (or its equivalent) with a minimum 60% aggregate marks, and must have studied at least one subject in mathematics or statistics at the high school (10+2) or higher level.
• Prior experience with a programming language is preferred.
• Final-year students of their qualifying degree program are also eligible to apply, provided they can submit the original results by October 1, 2025, and meet all other eligibility criteria.

Application Procedure

• To apply for admission to the Two-Year On-Campus MBA in Business Analytics at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, visit this link.
• The online application will close at 11:59 PM on February 28, 2025. The application fee is INR 3,300, and payment can be made online through the application portal.
• Please note that the application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Test Centers

The BAAT is expected to be conducted at the following centers: Lucknow, Delhi, Pilani, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Pune, Patna, Goa, Kolkata, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Bhopal, and Chennai. BITS Pilani reserves the right to change these centers based on operational feasibility and other prevailing guidelines.