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1. In Bangalore there are many other good and old B-school s so why I will join yours? Why should I do it in Bangalore when I get same here (Delhi/NCR/Kolkata/Chennai/Mumbai)?

I agree with the fact that there are numerous business schools in Bangalore. But, before making an opinion on the quality of program offered by them, I would recommend you to do proper research about these institutions

By going through their websites,

Visiting various public forums and getting to know what people opine about these institutions.

There are certain factors which differentiates a good business school from its counterparts. All these factors have been inculcated in the two year curriculum at Vanguard.

Here we have a dedicated team of our Directors, Mentors & Faculties from some of the top business schools of the country (IIM/XLRI/IIFT) with vast experience in some of the world?s best companies, ensuring Quality Education to each student. They have the passion and ability to guide the students not only for their MBA, but also for their career.

We believe in the concept of Learning by Doing.? As such, we have an extended internship program of 4 to 6 months, which makes the course more practical oriented. Other than this, we have a mentorship program running throughout, to guide the students not only through their internship period but at every juncture. This makes us stand apart from all other business schools in their endeavor to create real frontline managers.

Placements through pan India network of individuals from top business schools including the IIMs, XLRI and IIFT. Moreover, the two years at Vanguard will give the student an opportunity to build a strong network with top industry professionals and academicians who can guide them further ahead in their career. The combination of best educational environment, industry presence (job creation) and good living conditions makes Bangalore the preferred destination for an MBA program. Among the other advantages, Bangalore is blessed with excellent weather conditions, which makes it ideal for both the students & working professionals. All these factors make Bangalore undoubtedly the Numero Uno destination for pursuing a Management Program.
 

2. Why will I join Vanguard? We have not seen any advertisement and never heard about this college. How can I trust you when every year number of colleges open and close down?

If you do a proper research about the good business schools in our country, then you will come to know that none of them invest a lot of resources on advertising activities. Moreover, their focus is towards building other important resources like world class curriculum, Industry network and best of faculties. We at Vanguard also believe on similar lines and strive to give the best which really is a student?s requirement out of a management program. I agree with the fact that every year there are numerous business schools which come up and shut down within a short span. I request you to do a research about these business schools as to

Who were the people promoting these institutions,

Why did they start the business school, and

What was the reason for it to get shut. After that, find out about the team behind Vanguard Business School (VBS) and their profiles. You will see that we have a team of individuals who have been committed to the field of imparting quality education for years. As such, although we are new business school, but the team at VBS carry years of experience in the field of education.
 

3. What is the benefit or return on my investment?

We realize the fact that the expected return on investment is an important criterion for a student to decide on the business school he will join. For starters the average package on campus for placements this year is expected to be Rs. 4, 00,000. As such, the student recovers the investment made in the course of first year of job placement itself. Other than this, the student takes out a lot more from the two year program we provide. Apart from the regular rigorous curriculum, extracurricular activities, group activities, case studies, outbound programs, theater workshops, foundation week, which forms the core of 2 years, emphasis is laid on developing the overall personality of the student. This is ensured through a structured grooming process which includes a thorough mapping of the student?s competency, identifying the gaps and focusing on filling in the gaps through grooming sessions, mentoring programs to ensure a smooth transition from a student to a corporate manager. As such, the management degree received by you from Vanguard will stand in your favor for years to come ahead.
 

4. What is the intake of students?

We had an intake of 41 students for the first batch. For this academic year, we expect an intake of 120. The intention behind keeping a lower intake is to provide each student with proper guidance and attention.
 

5. Do you have your own campus?

No, we do not have our own campus. We have leased a building keeping in mind the exact requirements of students. The B school is a 15000 Sq.ft building with all amenities in Bangalore. We have taken a conscious decision to not to buy or own a building, as we are keen in providing quality education at an affordable price.
 

Approval & Certification

1. Is the PGPM course of VBS approved?

PGPM is an autonomous course offered by Vanguard Business School (VBS). However, other than the regular PGPM course offered by us, we also offer MBA from PTU which is UGC and AICTE approved.
 

2. Do you have an AICTE approval or are you registered with HRD (Department of higher education) or are you a University or are you accredited by NAAC etc?

No, we do not have any such approvals. However, we are affiliated to PTU
Punjab Technical University. Vanguard Business School is the Learning center for PTU?s MBA programme.
 

3. Difference between PGDM / PGPM and MBA?

PGDM is offered by an AICTE Approved B school and PGPM is an autonomous certificate. MBA can be offered only by a University. To apply to Government jobs or to apply to Higher studies like M.Phil or Phd one requires a PGDM or MBA degree.
 

4. You offer PGPM + MBA. MBA is in distance, will that be a matter in terms of placement? And will I be able to apply to Government Jobs or for higher education?

Corporate world does not look into where your degree is from. Rather, they look for the skills and abilities an individual has and his/her readiness to work in the corporate environment. Vanguard ensures such readiness for you. In addition, the MBA degree offered by Vanguard through PTU makes you eligible to apply for Government jobs.
 

5. Do you have your own campus?

No, we do not have our own campus. We have leased a building keeping in mind the exact requirements of students. The B school is a 15000 Sq.ft building with all amenities in Bangalore. We have taken a conscious decision to not to buy or own a building, as we are keen in providing quality education at an affordable price.
 

Faculty

1. What is the faculty base of the institute? The list and their profiles?

Not just the Director?s, the faculties of Vanguard Business School are also from Top B schools like XLRI, IIM?s, IIFT, MICA, Marshall University. The core faculty is a rich mix of academicians and professors who have a sound corporate experience. Time to time, the directors also interact with the students in the form of taking a course or some workshops. PFA
the faculty list or visit our website
www.vanguardbschool.com
 

2. Do you have visiting faculties or full time faculties?

Both. Right mix of full time faculty and industry professionals.
 

3. Directors will also teach or you are only showing on paper?

Definitely, Directors are also part of the faculty team at Vanguard Business School. Our Directors are all practitioners in the field of education who have proved their worth in the industry. Also, they have experience of training thousands of students & surely they will train VBS students as well. We are not a paper team. We are going to be a part of every step of your journey!
 

Curriculum & Mentorship Programme

1. What is Mentorship Program? When the mentors will be appointed? Why & How much time will they give us as they are Managers or entrepreneurs?

We have created a unique Mentorship Program where practicing managers from various corporates will act as a one-on-one mentor to each student. The mentors will provide the guidance to these students not only on Assignment, Case study, Project & Internship, but will also help them shape their career in the right direction. All the mentors are from some of the topmost organizations in the industry with years of experience behind them. The mentor?s will be appointed at the end of 2nd Trimester. Every mentor will interact with the assigned student for around 5 hours a week through email or through call. Other than this, if a student has any query, he can get in touch with the mentor at any time. It is all through our Director?s network.
 

2. What type of curriculum you have? The method used to set the curriculum, is it as same and standard curriculum when compared to any other university?

We have designed a curriculum keeping in mind the requirements posed by the corporate industry. The curriculum has come up as a result of extensive research done by our team and taking continuous inputs from industry practitioners. We have tried to do away with common b-School courses which are not relevant for entry and mid level management jobs and hence will not be a part of the curriculum.
 

3. What are the types of specialization offered? Do you have International Business, tourism, Hotel Management etc?

All B-schools give you a functional specialization in Marketing, Finance etc. However, most management jobs require multi disciplinary skills as well as practical understanding of the way business is done. At Vanguard, all students would also specialize in 2 key business sectors of his choice like Banking and Financial services, Consumer Marketing etc. These sectors are the ones where the maximum managerial jobs are being created We are offering only 5 specializations, You can select 2 Sectors from the following which you like to specialize in. Banking & Financial Service, IT/ITES, Consumer Marketing, Business to Business (B2B) Marketing, Service Management
 

4. Are you offering bachelor courses also? Are you offering foreign trip also? How many industrial visits we will get in two years?

No, we do not offer any Bachelor‟s course and we do not offer any foreign trips. We assure maximum opportunity to interact with the Indian & Foreign corporate based on the network of our team. Definitely we will have Industrial visits also. However, there is no cap as to how many of them will take place.
 

Eligibility Criteria

1. Does VBS take score of any other test and if yes, what is the cut – off? What are the eligibility criteria? What is the selection procedure?

The admission process consists of two stages. In the first stage, the student has to submit a written exam score from among CAT/XAT scores. These scores would be considered for short-listing of students. The cut off for the same is 75%ile. We will also accept MAT / CMAT Scores and the cut offs for the same shall be updated accordingly. If the student has not taken any of these tests, then he has to sit for the Vanguard Entrance Test (VET) which is held in the month of March. The schedule of the test will be intimated to the student through a mail. The short listed candidates would be called for Personal Evaluation by a team of Academic and Industry experts. The Personal Evaluation would consist of · Short Written Essay - 15 minutes · Extempore - 2 minutes · Personal Interview - 30 minutes
 

2. Do you have your own entrance exam?

Yes, we have our own entrance exam which is the Vanguard Entrance Test (VET).
 

3. What is the last date for sale and submission of Application?

The last date to register for Vanguard Entrance Test is 1st March, 2013.
 

4. As you are in your first year and charging 600 Rs. for your application form, it‟s costly?

We are conscious of charging a minimum application fee. We do not believe in equating the fees charged by a business school to its growth and number of years it has been operating.
 

5. Why GD is not conducted?

We are here to select you and not eliminate you in any rounds of selection. We believe a candidate can give his best in essay writing than in a GD.
 

6. Do you give admissions without appearing for any entrance test ie: Management quota?

No.
 

7. I do not have 50% in graduation? My communication and English knowledge is average, do you give much weight age to that aspect while selection process?

The eligibility to apply to Vanguard is Minimum 45 % in graduation. Further, about communication skills, one can definitely try hard and develop those skills to become an industry ready achiever pre and post MBA admission. We give due importance to all the aspects much in line with the very best in the MBA education in India.

8. What documents are to be submitted with the filled application form?

1 Passport size photograph, 2 Your CAT / XAT /MAT score card or registration Number, 3 Application Fee.
 

9. What if I have Back logs?

Please clear your Back logs before the course begins i.e. 30Th June 2013 or else the admission will be revoked. The institute has no REFUND policy and in extreme cases will take it up on case basis if it deems fit.
 

10. Is any preference given to students with Work Experience or Engineers?

No. We give preference to any student who is keen to perform and learn during the two years of their MBA and making a career for them self. Work Experience is a criteria that may be given its due in the interview round but any one without the same has no disadvantage at all in the selection process.
 

11. What is the cost of application form? The DD is to be made in the favor of whom?

The application fee is Rs. 600 /- The DD / Cheque should be made in favor of “Vanguard Business School Pvt Ltd” payable at Bangalore.
 

Fee Structure

1. What is the Fee detail and the installments plan? Does VBS offer any Loans / Financial Assistance through Banks? And what for the children‟s of farmer and Govt / Retired officer?

We offer PGPM + MBA and our course fee is Rs.4,94,800/- for 2 years. Please visit our website for installment details – www.vanguardbschool.com/fees Most banks today offer Financial Assistance for up to Rs. 4 lakhs on student loans without collateral. Vanguard does not offer any financial assistance, but can guide the students on various loan facilities provided by banks and we have tie up with Credila for Education Loan.
 

2. Does VBS provide Financial Assistance to deserving students? Does VBS offer any scholarships to students and the criteria for the same?

Vanguard announces Scholarships for bright minds. A Scholarship designed to reward the crème de la crème of students applying to the full-time PGPM course. The scholarship selects the best minds through Vanguard‟s rigorous selection process (entrance test the CAT/XAT/CMAT/CET), personal interview, academic records etc), and then rewards the top 10 students with a 100% and 50% tuition waiver. Scholarships are not transferable. Please visit our website for details – www.vanguardbschool.com
 

3. Are you also providing study material, is the cost of material included in fee?

Yes, we provide the required study material which is included in the fee.
 

4. Do you provide Laptop, is it included in the fee? And is it compulsory to get the Laptop from the college only? Can I get the refund from the fee for not getting a Laptop from VBS?

Yes, Laptop is provided to the students of Vanguard because laptops have become a necessity for modern day world- class education and is inclusive of fee. It is not compulsory to get the Laptop from Vanguard. One can own his Laptop and can get a wavier in the fee for the same.
 

Accommodation and Other Faculity

1. What about hostel accommodation? If yes charges for the same, is it included in the fee?

Vanguard Business School will be providing Hostel Accommodation for all candidates in the vicinity of the campus joining the PGPM + MBA course. Hostel charges are at approx Rs. 5000/- monthly basis*. This charge includes Lodging and Boarding (Three Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) only. Any other expenses are to be borne by the students themselves. 24 x 7 Wifi connectivity. Hostel charges are not included in the fee. *To be finalised by June 2013
 

2. Do you have separate hostels for boys and girls? And what about transport facility?

Yes, we have separate hostels for Girls & Boys. The hostel is walk able distance from the campus and hence there is no transport cost for the same.
 

3. What are the facilities provided in the hostel?

The Facilities / Amenities available at the hostel include the following: a. Cot b. Mattress c. Desk d. Chair e. Cupboard f. 24 x 7 Wifi connectivity.
 

4.Is the hostel in the campus, if not how far is it from the campus?

The hostel is walk able distance from the campus and hence there is no transport cost for the same.
 

5. Do you have canteen in your campus?

Yes.
 

6. How big is the campus, what are the facilities you provide like projector, library,lab, wifi etc?

o The B school is a 15000 sq. ft building with all amenities in Bangalore. o Classrooms & Audio-Visual facilities & 24 x 7 Wi-Fi Connectivity o IT Center o Library
 

7. What is the Dress Code ?

Formals from Monday to Friday and Smart Casuals on Saturdays and Sundays. Boys: Daily wear will include a formal trouser, shirt and tie. Blazer is compulsory for the foundation fortnight and all special events. Girls: Can choose from a western formal (long skirt/ trouser with a collared shirt and scarf or jacket) OR Indian formal (Formal salwar kameez complete with dupatta OR saree which is draped in a manner suited for an office environment).
 

8. Timings of the college?

8 AM – 7 PM is the regular timings. Some special event or during a Guest lecture the timings are flexible.
 

9. When will the course commence?

The academic course begins on 1st Working Monday of July of every year.
 

10. Is there any chance of doing MBA in part time in “VANGUARD”?

No. PGPM is a full time program.
 

11. Is the Down payment of Rs. 40000/- refundable?

No, the institute has no such policy and in extreme cases will take it up on case basis if it deems fit.
 

Placements

1. What kind of Summer Internships do students get?

Vanguard Business School just completed its very first summer internship process. The truly encouraging part of the process for a first time business school involves the nature of summer projects and profiles offered to our students as well as some of the big names that visited our campus for the Summers process. We are proud to share that we achieved 100 percent placement of all students in less than a month and a half of the process.

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2. Which companies & type of Industry will come to VBS for recruitment? Expected

Our first batch of student graduates in April 2013 has achieved 100% placements. Companies that visited the campus for placement includes Dun & Bradstreet, SAS, General Mills, Reliance Money, ICICI Securities, Mahindra Retail, Jaro Education, Learn Wise and many more, you can visit the placement page for detailed information.
 

3. When do placements start and how long do they last. Does VBS guarantee placements? International Placement?

Vanguard invites companies to the campus to engage in pre-placement talks by giving presentations about opportunities available with them. Students express interest based on their specialization, the prospects of the job and location of the posting. The selection process is then conducted, including group discussions, personal interview of students. Companies then make offers to the selected students based on their overall performance and students selected in the final placements from May.
 

4. Would it be a right decision to leave job and go for an MBA at VBS as it has no placement record or assurance?

I will not go ahead and directly advocate you to leave your job. But, certainly if you do an MBA at this juncture of your career, then it will certainly boost your future prospects in terms of better position, greater responsibilities and higher monetary compensation. The two year program will actually be an investment for your career, in terms of getting exposed to far more opportunities and building a strong network. For any further queries in this regard you can visit our campus and meet our director as well as interact with students.
 

5. What if my child will not be placed in a good company ?

What if your child does not perform well or what if he does not obey to our guidance? We are here to put in our maximum efforts for their career and not just a job. We will be here to assist the student till he/she get placed in good company and even student should show his/her best performance in all the Interviews & should utilize the opportunity given to them.
 

 

 

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