Arcot Sri Mahalakshmi Women's Institute of Management, Villapakkam: Admission, Courses, Fees, Placements

Arcot Sri Mahalakshmi Women’s Institute of Management, situated at Villapakkam, Tamil Nadu, India is an institution aiming at the education of women with management courses. This affiliated college has been existed for over two decades providing education for future business leaders since its formation in 1999. Situated over a small area of 3.23 acres of land, the institute provides a concentration area for students. AICTE has accredited and approved the institute and to ensure that the courses offered meet these standards, the institute has set high standards. At the moment, the institute boasts of a population of 73 learners and is staffed with 9 competent instructors, for efficient one-on-one teaching.

Arcot Sri Mahalakshmi Women’s Institute of Management boasts of offering many amenities for the improvement of the students’ journeys. Living accommodation available for the female students is adequately provided by the girls’ hostel where students are encouraged to be neighbours. A rich in stock library plays an important role of a reference centre for academics and researchers. The institute’s delivery of modern education is evident in the exceptional IT facilities and connectivity; that puts the students in a position where they can learn about the changes in technological development of the business world. For individual and overall development, the opportunities for sports facilities for physical and group developments are present. The campus has also a facility for events and seminars; an auditorium where aspects of intellectualism and culture are entertained. Practical sessions are facilitated by departmental laboratories and First aid station and Health Centre provide for student’s health. The sources of accommodation include a cafeteria, guest rooms, with provisions of adequate facilities enhancing the learning environment.

Arcot Sri Mahalakshmi Women's Institute of Management currently offers one primary course: the MBA or Master of Business Administration programme. This is a full time programme of two years postgraduate degree which focuses on providing students with the needed competencies in management careers in business. The MBA programme has received permission for taking 60 students, which means that there are many opportunities for women interested in a managerial profession.

This paper aims at identifying the admission process that Arcot Sri Mahalakshmi Women’s Institute of Management uses for its MBA programme so that the management can get the most motivated and capable candidates.