Compare FLAME University, Pune vs SIMC Pune

The goal of our assessment process is to select best performing and well-rounded applicants who can contribute and enhance the learning experience at FLAME University. We have an internal assessment process which considers the following aspects of your application:

• National Level Entrance Test Scores [CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/NMAT/GMAT/MH-CET] - (Mandatory)
• Essay
• Online Personal Interview (PI) *
• Past Academic Record
• Extracurricular activities/ achievements
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Personality Profiling

Application to SIMC's MBA(Communication Management) Programme is a two-step process.

Step 1: Apply for SNAP 2020

• Visit www.snaptest.org for application form and all information related to SNAP 2020.
• Register for SNAP 2020 and make payment.
• Upon payment, a SNAP ID and password is generated which will be essential to fill up online form for SIMC Pune's MBA(CM) Programme.
• Appearing for SNAP 2020 exam is compulsory for seeking admission to SIMC's MBA(CM) Programme.

Step 2: Programme Registration for MBA(CM)

• Only those candidates who have registered and paid for 'SNAP 2020' will be eligible to apply for MBA(CM) program.
• After completing the payment for the SNAP 2020, you will find the tab for SIMC-MBA(CM) registration.

Step 3: Post clearing the SNAP entrance, the 2nd Phase involves appearing for GE-PIWAT

Here is what all you need to know about this process

• Three components are involved in the process. Group Exercise, Written Ability Test and Personal Interaction.
• Group Exercise will include activities to asses aspirants in areas like Innovation and creativity in problem solving ,Team skills, Time Management etc.
• Written Ability Test will include questions to assess the creative analytical skills of the person.
• The Personal Interaction round will be to assess candidates on parameters such as interpersonal skills, communication skills academic proficiency etc.

The minimum eligibility to apply to FLAME University’s postgraduate programs is the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a university / institution recognized by the UGC or equivalent bodies with a minimum score of 50% in aggregate or an equivalent grade (CGPA/ CPI/ etc.). Candidates in their final year of bachelor’s degree program can also apply, provided they can produce the final year degree certificate / mark sheet before 30th September 2023. Admission of such a candidate shall be strictly provisional till s/he submits a valid proof of passing the Bachelor’s degree examination with required percentage of marks before the prescribed last date, failing which the admission shall automatically stand withdrawn without any further notice.
• Test scores in any of the following national level tests conducted in the current year – *CAT (conducted by IIMs)/ MAT/ **XAT/ CMAT/NMAT/MH-CET or ***GMAT.
  (* IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the program
  ** XLRI has no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the program
  *** GMAT scores are valid for 5 years. Please ensure that your scores are valid till the date of enrollment specified in the schedule. )

Graduate from any recognized University / Institution of National Importance with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes).Applicants expecting their final year results can also apply. However, their admission will be provisional and subject to their proof of graduation with 50% marks or equivalent grade.