MBA + PGP in

Corporate Excellence

Build
Leadership

Break
Corporate-Ready

Dual
Advantage

A two-year, full-time AICTE and Gujarat Technical University – approved MBA program integrated with a Post Graduate Program in Corporate Excellence (PGPCE). This dual-advantage format gives you the credibility of an MBA degree with the added edge of a corporate-focused certification, preparing you to stand out in competitive business environments.
With AACSB and AMBA (BGA) memberships, 25+ years of academic excellence, and recognition for Industry Interface in IIRF rankings, Narayana Business School is among the Top 30 private B-schools in India and the Top 3 in Gujarat. Supported by 670+ recruiters and 9400+ alumni network, the MBA + PGPCE equips you with management depth, an entrepreneurial mindset, and global exposure to accelerate your career.

Program Introduction 

The MBA + Post Graduate Program in Corporate Excellence (PGPCE) at Narayana Business School is a two-year, full-time program that combines the credibility of a recognised MBA degree with the practical depth of a corporate-focused certification. This dual advantage gives you academic recognition and industry relevance, ensuring you graduate with an edge in today’s competitive job market.

The MBA builds your foundations in business strategy, management, and leadership, while the PGPCE bridges the gap between theory and practice through corporate-focused projects, immersive learning, and mentorship. Structured across four semesters, the program combines majors, minors, and multidisciplinary electives.

PGPCE contributes 40% of the total program credits with in high-demand areas such as SAP, Power BI, Python, Digital Marketing, Financial Modelling, and Industry 5.0 practices delivered through hands on exposure & experiential teaching pedagogy. You also gain an international perspective through global immersions and study tours, with sessions led by international faculty where relevant.

The program is designed to prepare leaders with strong management foundations, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to integrate technology, analytics, and global business practices. By graduation, you leave with an MBA degree and a portfolio of corporate immersions & case projects that showcase your readiness to step into impactful roles across industries.

Program Highlights: MBA + PGP in Corporate Excellence at NBS

Duration & Structure
  • 2-Year, Full-Time - Four Semesters
Accreditations & Ranking
  • AICTE Approved
  • Gujarat Technological University Affiliated
  • AACSB & AMBA (BGA) Memberships
  • 25+ Years of Academic Excellence
  • Recognised for Industry Interface in IIRF Rankings
  • Top 30 Private B-Schools in India
  • Top 3 in Gujarat
Dual Advantage
  • MBA builds your foundations in business strategy, management, and leadership, while PGPCE bridges the gap between theory and practice with corporate-focused learning.
Specializations
  • Finance · Marketing · Human Resources · Advanced Business Research
Curriculum Design
  • Majors, minors, and multidisciplinary electives designed to build managerial depth, flexibility, and cross-domain expertise.
PGPCE Key Highlights
  • In Demand Courses such as SAP, Power BI, Python, Digital Marketing, Financial Modelling, and Industry 5.0 practices, alongside corporate-focused modules that prepare you for leadership and practice-oriented roles.
Technology & Innovation
  • Integration of analytics, AI, and digital tools across management domains.
Experiential Learning
  • Corporate projects - Internships
  • Case-based pedagogy - Live simulations
  • Leadership and communication labs.
Societal Impact & Sustainability
  • Design Thinking projects on women empowerment, rural transformation, and inclusion ESG and responsible leadership focus.
Global Exposure
  • Global immersions
  • International study tours
  • Sessions with international faculty
Faculty & Mentorship
  • 60+ faculty members with 380+ years of industry experience and 540+ years of teaching expertise
  • 1:20 faculty-student ratio
  • Three-layer mentorship (peer, faculty, industry)
Career Pathways
  • Corporate managers - Consultants - Domain specialists Researchers - Entrepreneurs
Corporate Interface
  • Placement-driven projects & Corporate mentorship
  • 670+ recruiters engaged with NBS
Skill Development
  • Leadership labs
  • Communication studios
  • Peer-to-peer learning across 24+ states & UTs and 46% women representation
Career Outcomes
  • 100% Placement Assistance
  • Average Package ₹8.4 LPA
  • Highest Package ₹20 LPA
  • Alumni in leading corporates across India and abroad
Campus Advantage
  • 10-Acre, Digital-First Campus
  • Smart Classrooms
  • Research Labs
  • Student-Led Clubs
  • Annual Fests and Activities
Proven Ecosystem
  • Supported by 9400+ alumni, 25+ years of academic excellence, and strong recruiter partnerships

Faculty & Thought Leadership (MBA + PGPCE) 

At NBS, your MBA + PGPCE journey is guided by a distinguished faculty body that combines academic rigour with corporate insight. Over 60 professors bring more than 380 years of industry experience and 540 years of teaching expertise, ensuring every subject is taught with both conceptual depth and practical relevance. 

With a 1:20 faculty–student ratio and a three-layer mentorship model (peer, faculty, and industry mentors), you benefit from personalised guidance and structured career support. Faculty expertise spans finance, marketing, human resources, productions & operations, advanced business research, analytics, strategy, and leadership development—matching the domains you will specialise in. 

Our professors are also active researchers and consultants, publishing in areas such as corporate governance, digital transformation, AI in management, sustainability, and organisational leadership. They bring this expertise into the classroom through experiential, AI-enabled, case-based, and simulation-led pedagogy, ensuring every concept connects to real-world practice.

Program Chair:  Dr Prabhjot Kaur, Professor, leads the MBA + PGPCE program, combining academic excellence with a corporate lens to prepare students for impactful leadership roles.

Learn From Experts Who Shape the Future

Dr. Neelam Kshatriya - Associate Professor Department of HR
Dr. Prabhjot Kaur
Professor
Dr. Indra Meghrajani - Associate Professor Department of Marketing
Dr. Shivangi Shukla
Professor
Dr. Hardik Brahmbhatt - Associate Professor Department of Finance
Ms. Noopur Surti
Associate Professor
Dr. Jeegnesh Trivedi - Professor Department of HR
Dr. Jeegnesh Trivedi
Professor
Dr. Shivangi Shukla - Associate Professor Department of Marketing
Dr. Kedar Bhatt
Associate Professor
Ms. Noopur Surti - Assistant Professor Department of HR
Ms. Hiral Sonkar
Associate Professor

Why Choose MBA + PGPCE at NBS

Dual Advantage

Earn an MBA degree for academic credibility, combined with the PGPCE certification for corporate readiness. This unique blend bridges strategy, leadership, and applied practice.

Career-Driven Curriculum 

Four-semester structure with majors, minors, and multidisciplinary electives designed to align with recruiter expectations and leadership roles.

PGP in Corporate Excellence Key Highlights 

In Demand Courses including SAP, Power BI, Python, Digital Marketing, Financial Modelling, and Industry 5.0 practices, making you workplace-ready.

Experiential & AI-Enabled Pedagogy

Learn through projects, case studies, live simulations, and AI-driven tools, building adaptability and critical thinking for Industry 5.0. 

Tech-Integrated Learning

Graduate digitally fluent in ERP systems, analytics tools, business simulations, and digital platforms applied across all management domains

Leadership Development

Leadership labs, communication studios, and personality development modules sharpen your executive presence.

Design Thinking & ESG Focus

Year-long projects addressing women empowerment, rural transformation, and inclusion, with emphasis on responsible leadership and ESG practices.

Business Integration

Corporate projects, case competitions, consulting assignments, and recruiter-linked labs ensure classroom learning connects with boardroom practice.

Faculty & Mentorship Advantage

60+ faculty with 380+ years of industry and 540+ years of teaching expertise · 1:20 faculty-student ratio · Three-layer mentorship (peer, faculty, industry). 

Global Exposure

Global immersions, study tours, and sessions with international faculty provide international perspectives.

Career Services Advantage (NEEP)

The Narayana Employability Enhancement Program (NEEP) prepares you for placements from day one with resume labs, mock interviews, recruiter networking, and personalised mentoring.

Career Pathways

Prepare for diverse roles including corporate managers, consultants, domain specialists, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

Recruiter Alignment

Placement-driven projects and mentoring aligned to the needs of 670+ recruiters across sectors. 

Career Outcomes That Count

100% Placement Assistance · Average Package ₹8.4 LPA · Highest Package ₹20 LPA · Alumni in leadership, consulting, research, and entrepreneurial roles across India and abroad. 

Alumni Edge

Leverage the strength of 9400+ alumni across India and abroad, opening networks and opportunities.

Proven Ecosystem

25+ years of academic excellence, AACSB & AMBA (BGA) memberships, Top 30 private B-school ranking in India, Top 3 in Gujarat

Curriculum That Moves With the Future

The MBA + PGPCE curriculum is delivered across four semesters, integrating management foundations, corporate-focused modules, certifications, and global exposure. Every semester adds to your academic knowledge and builds a portfolio of projects, certifications, and internships that employers value. 

Your first year builds a solid base in management while immersing you in hands-on practice from day one.

Foundations & Immersion

The second year sharpens your expertise and develops your entrepreneurial mindset. 

Dual Specialisation & Application

Career Outcomes & Placements | Your Career, Accelerated 

At Narayana Business School, the MBA + PGPCE is not just about earning a degree – it is a career launchpad. With structured placement training, 670+ recruiters, and a global alumni network of 9400+ our graduates are equipped to excel in leadership, consulting, research, and entrepreneurial roles.

Placement Highlight

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Placement Assistance 

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670+
Corporate Recruiters
Fortune 500s, Global corporates,
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9400+
Alumni Building Careers Across
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Prominent Recruiters

Career Pathways

Graduates step into impactful roles such as: 

Corporate Managers

Entrepreneurs

Consultants

Researchers

Domain Specialists

Career Services Advantage (NEEP) 

The Narayana Employability Enhancement Program (NEEP) ensures you are placement-ready from day one through: 

Resume Labs 

Mock Interviews 

Recruiter Networking Events 

Personalised Mentoring 

This structured preparation, combined with recruiter-linked projects and mentorship, builds the confidence to succeed in competitive placement processes.

Alumni Story

At Narayana Business School, the MBA + PGP in Corporate Excellence (PGPCE) curriculum is crafted to blend foundational management learning, specialization, and applied industry exposure. Over four semesters, you progress from core business fundamentals to advanced electives and applied projects. Each stage includes labs, projects, mentorship, and real-world immersion, ensuring you graduate not just with theoretical knowledge but a robust portfolio that employers trust.

Ready to begin
your NBS journey? 

Join one of India’s Top 30 private B-Schools, ranked for Industry Interface in IIRF 2024, and among the Top 3 in Gujarat. With the MBA + PGPCE dual advantage, you graduate with academic credibility and corporate readiness.

Build leadership, gain global exposure, complete High in Demand Certifications, and access 670+ recruiters with 100% placement assistance.

Student Information Hub 

Your journey at NBS extends beyond the classroom. Explore alumni stories, campus life, and essential details about admissions, scholarships, and student support. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Narayana Business School MBA + PGP in Corporate Excellence program? icon
It is a two-year, dual-advantage program that blends a GTU-affiliated MBA with NBS’s Post Graduate Program in Corporate Excellence (PGPCE). The curriculum integrates academic rigor with real-world corporate learning to build future-ready leaders.
How is this program different from a regular MBA? icon
Unlike a traditional MBA, this dual program adds an industry-driven PGPCE that focuses on leadership development, problem-solving, and corporate readiness through live projects, case simulations, and mentorship from industry experts.
Is the MBA + PGPCE program approved and recognised? icon
Yes. The MBA component is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Gujarat Technological University (GTU), while the PGP in Corporate Excellence is designed and delivered independently by Narayana Business School to complement the MBA curriculum.
What specialisations can students choose under this program? icon
Students may specialise in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, or Advanced Business Research. The design allows flexibility to pursue electives aligned with personal career goals.
Does the program include live projects and corporate exposure? icon
Yes. Corporate internships, capstone projects, industry immersion, and consulting assignments form the backbone of experiential learning, ensuring students apply classroom knowledge to real-world business challenges.
What certifications or skill-based modules are offered? icon
The PGP in Corporate Excellence includes advanced certifications in Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, and Financial Modelling, along with communication, design thinking, and leadership labs that sharpen practical employability skills.
Is there any global or international exposure? icon
Students can opt for short-term international immersion programs and global business simulations that offer exposure to cross-cultural management practices and international corporate environments.
What kind of mentorship and faculty interaction can students expect? icon
Every student benefits from a three-layer mentorship model — academic mentors, industry mentors, and peer mentors — that ensures continuous guidance, professional feedback, and holistic development.
How does this program prepare students for corporate leadership? icon
The curriculum blends management fundamentals with corporate exposure, case competitions, and leadership workshops. Graduates emerge as confident, ethical, and innovation-driven professionals ready for managerial and strategic roles.
What is the eligibility criteria for admission? icon
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent marks or equivalent CGPA. Final-year students awaiting results may also apply.
What is NBSAT, and is it mandatory for admission? icon
NBSAT (Narayana Business School Aptitude Test) is the institute’s holistic management entrance exam assessing aptitude, reasoning, creativity, and ethical decision-making. It is mandatory unless the applicant qualifies through CAT, XAT, CMAT, or NMAT scores above the prescribed cut-offs.
Does Narayana Business School offer scholarships for this program? icon
Yes. Scholarships worth up to ₹ 4 lakh are awarded based on academic merit, NBSAT/CAT performance, financial need, and diversity criteria such as women in STEM, rural background, and special achievements.
How can I apply for the MBA + PGP in Corporate Excellence program? icon
You can apply online through the NBS website by submitting the application form, uploading academic documents, and paying the registration fee. Short-listed candidates are invited for a personal interview round.
What is the selection process for admission? icon
Selection is based on a holistic evaluation including entrance test performance (CAT/XAT/CMAT/NMAT/NBSAT), academic record, psychometric assessment, and a personal interview that measures leadership and communication potential.
What career and placement support does NBS provide after completion? icon
The NBS Placement Cell offers structured corporate training, mock interviews, and placement drives with leading companies across sectors. Graduates secure roles in management, analytics, finance, marketing, and consulting with top recruiters nationwide.
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