Andhra University, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India, is a public university established in 1926. It offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. The university is known for its MBA program, which is offered in two specializations: General (Marketing/ HR/ Finance) and Retail. The two-year full-time MBA program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business knowledge and leadership skills required to be effective managers in today’s competitive business environment. The admission to the MBA program is based on the candidate’s performance in the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET), and the eligibility criteria include a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). The university has a well-established placement cell that helps students secure job opportunities in reputed companies.
In addition to the MBA program, Andhra University also offers a School of International Business (AUSIB), which provides a comprehensive understanding of business knowledge and leadership skills required to be an effective manager in the global business environment. The AUSIB offers a two-year full-time MBA program in International Business, which includes a summer internship and a study tour to a foreign country, providing students with practical exposure to the global business environment.