Asian School of Business (ASB)

Overview

Official Name: Asian School of Business (ASB), Trivandrum
Common Names: ASB Trivandrum
Type: Private Business School
Year Established: 2005
Campus Location: Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Kerala, India
Approvals & Affiliations: Approved by AICTE; Affiliated to Kerala University
NAAC Accreditation: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-05
Official Website: https://www.asb.edu.in

Founder: Dr. Thomas A. Kurian
Director/Chairperson: Dr. Y. Sudhakaran
Approximate Student Population: 600+ (PG Management programs)
Departments/Faculties: Focus on Management Studies
Contact: Phone: +91-471-2344335, Email: info@asb.edu.in
Address: Asian School of Business, M.G. Road, Vanchiyoor P.O, Trivandrum, Kerala - 695035
NAAC Grade: Not Available
Notable Rankings: Not listed in NIRF or other major national rankings as of 2024

Faculty: Management
Popular Courses:
- MBA (Master of Business Administration) - 2 years, Regular mode
- PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) - 2 years, Regular mode
- Executive Development Programs (short-term)
Intake: Approximately 120-150 per year
Other faculties (Engineering, Pharmacy, Law) are not offered as per official sources.

Admission Modes: Based on national/state level entrance examinations and group discussions/personal interviews
Accepted Entrance Exams: KMAT Kerala, CAT, CMAT, KMAT Karnataka, MAT
Typical Admission Timeline:
- Application starts: February
- Entrance exams: September to December
- Interviews & GD: January to March
For details visit ASB Admissions
Application Process:
1. Apply online via the official application portal.
2. Upload required documents and pay application fee.
3. Appear for entrance test score submission or screening.
4. Attend group discussion and personal interview rounds.
5. Wait for admission offer and confirm admission with fee payment.
Offline application mode available by request from admissions office.

For MBA/PGDM: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline recognized by UGC/AICTE with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
Required Subjects: No specific subjects mandated, but a recognized graduation degree is necessary
Age Limit: No official age limit specified
Documents Required:
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Graduation degree and mark sheets
- Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/CMAT/KMAT/MAT)
- Passport size photographs
- ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport)
- Reservation certificate if applicable

Indicative Fees:
- MBA/PGDM Tuition Fee: INR 4,00,000 - 4,50,000 (total for 2 years)
- Hostel Fee: Approximately INR 50,000 per annum (optional)
- Examination Fee: Included in tuition or nominal extra as per session
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Merit-based scholarships offered by ASB (up to 25% fee waiver)
- Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS available subject to respective state govt. rules
- Financial aid and education loans facilitated via tie-ups
Official Scholarship Details

Placement Rate: Approximately 85% - 90% (latest batch)
Average CTC: INR 6 to 8 LPA
Highest CTC: INR 12 LPA
Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, KPMG, Muthoot Finance, Reliance, Deloitte
Placement Cell Contact: ASB Placement Cell
Internship Support: Mandatory summer internships facilitated by the placement office with reputed companies

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with amenities
Mess/Cafeteria: On-campus mess with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Sports: Facilities for basketball, badminton, cricket and fitness centre
Labs: Computer labs with latest software and hardware
Library: Digital and physical library with access to journals and e-resources
Healthcare: On-campus first aid and tie-up with local hospitals
Transport: Shuttle services and good public transport connectivity
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet access
Research Centres & Clubs: Entrepreneurship Cell, Cultural & Tech Clubs, National seminars and annual fests

Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs from reputed Indian and foreign universities
Research Centres: Centre for Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship Development
Research Grants & MoUs: Collaborative MoUs with local and international institutes for research and student exchange (details not publicly listed)
Patents: No official patents reported as of 2024

NIRF Rankings: Asian School of Business not ranked in NIRF Management category as of 2024
NAAC Accreditation: No official NAAC grade available
India Today/Outlook: No published ranking available on ASB as per official sites
QS India: Not listed in QS India Rankings

Results and seat allotment notices are published on the official website: https://www.asb.edu.in/admissions/results
Typical MBA/PGDM intake: 120-150 seats
Category-wise cut-offs vary yearly; last year general category cut-off for KMAT was around 55 percentile (official cut-off not publicly detailed)
Reservation as per Kerala state government and AICTE norms

Q1: What entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at ASB?
A: KMAT Kerala, KMAT Karnataka, CAT, CMAT, and MAT scores are accepted.
Q2: Does ASB offer hostel facilities?
A: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with basic amenities are available on campus.
Q3: What is the typical fee for the MBA program?
A: Tuition fee ranges between INR 4,00,000 and INR 4,50,000 for the 2-year MBA/PGDM course.
Q4: Are scholarships available?
A: Yes, merit-based scholarships and government scholarships for reserved categories are offered.
Q5: How do I apply for admission?
A: Apply online via the official website's admission portal and upload required documents.
Q6: What is the placement record?
A: ASB reports around 85-90% placement with average CTC between INR 6 and 8 LPA.
Q7: Is there a reservation policy?
A: Yes, reservations are as per Kerala state and AICTE guidelines.
Q8: When do admissions typically start?
A: Applications usually open in February every year.
Q9: Are there any distance or online courses?
A: Currently, ASB offers only regular, full-time courses.
Q10: Can I visit the campus before admission?
A: Yes, campus visits can be arranged by contacting the admissions office.