Crescent School of Business FAQS

Does the entire application need to be completed within one session?

No. You can complete the online application in multiple sessions and have the option to save parts of the application as you proceed.

If the medium of instruction in my institution was other than English, am I still eligible for the program?

Yes, you are eligible. However, you should be able to converse, read and write in English given that the medium of instruction of the CSB Program is English.

Can I re-apply?

No. You cannot reapply within the same academic year. However you can submit a fresh application in the subsequent academic years.

Does the institute provide hostel accommodation facility?

Yes, CSB provides air conditioned residential facilities well equipped with necessary amenities including high-speed WI-FI connectivity.

What is the address of the CSB?

The address of the CSB, Chennai is listed below:

Crescent School of Business,GST Road, Vandalur,Chennai,Tamil Nadu, India 600 048

Who is eligible for the program?

Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks in the undergraduate degree are eligible to apply for CSB. However, preference will be given to professionals with working experience in the supervisory cadre.

What is the shortlisting criteria?

The candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the overall rank computed taking into account of the following components:

1. Admission test score
2. Previous academic performance
3. Group discussion/Interview
4. Achievements in sports, extra-curricular activities & academic diversity

Does the institute offer hostel accommodation?

Yes, CSB provides Air Conditioned Residential facilities, equipped with necessary amenities including high-speed WI-FI connectivity to make the stay of students comfortable. Students’ Residences are well ventilated and furnished enriching favorable attributes for their education.

Does the institute offer campus placements?

Yes, the institute conducts campus placements on an annual basis. The Average salary in placement went up at INR. 7 lakhs P.A. as against INR. 6 lakhs P.A. last year. The students were offered roles such as Management Trainee – Market Research, Consultants, HR Executive, (Associate – Credit & Business, Business Analyst – Learning & development, Business Development Manager across industries ranging such FMCG, Technology, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Financial Services and others

What all courses are offered at Crescent School of Business?

Crescent School of Business provides a full-time residential MBA programme with a duration of two years. The course offers eleven specialisation options. It is designed to encourage students to step out of their comfort zone and bridge the skill and competency gaps required for modern-day managers to face rapid digital innovation challenges.

In addition to the regular MBA programme, the college also offers a two-year full-time post-graduation programme in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Development (IEV). This programme is approved by AICTE and the Ministry of Education – Innovation Cell.

What are the MBA specialisations offered at CSB?

Crescent School of Business offers a full-time, residential MBA programme. The duration of the course is two years and it is offered with eleven specialisation options. The list of MBA specialisations offered at Crescent School of Business is mentioned below:

• Marketing
• Finance
• HRM
• Operations
• Systems
• Banking & Finance
• Business Analytics
• Entrepreneurship
• Logistic & Supply Chain
• Alternate Finance
• International Business.

Can I get admission to MBA in CSB without appearing for CBSAT?

Yes, apart from CBSAT, CSB accepts various national-level management entrance exam scores. The CSB complete selection process is given below:

• Valid score in any of the following common entrance examinations: CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, GMAT, TANCET & Crescent School of Business Admission Test (CSBAT)
• SOP
• Work Experience (if any)
• Academic profile
• Interview