Overview

United World School of Business (UWSB), Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is a private business school established in 2013. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, it operates a single campus offering management programs. The institution is approved by the AICTE and affiliated with the West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT). UWSB is recognized for its focus on business education aligned with industry requirements. More details can be found on the official website: https://uwsb.ac.in.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Prof. S. K. Agrawal
• Director: Dr. Amitava Roy
• Student Strength: Approximately 800+ students
• Faculty: 40+ members from academia & industry
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01 (checked NAAC official site)
• NIRF Ranking: Not ranked as of 2024
• Contact: +91-33-4014-8000, info@uwsb.ac.in

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Management (Business Administration)
• Popular Programs: BBA (3 years), MBA (2 years), Executive MBA (1 year)
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Intake: Approx. 180 seats annually for MBA; 120 seats for BBA

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance exam and merit-based selection
• Accepted Exams: UWSB own entrance test, CAT, MAT, CMAT, WBJEE (for BBA)
• Application Timeline: March to June every year
• Admission Process:
  1. Apply online via https://uwsb.ac.in/admissions
  2. Appear for entrance test or submit valid scores (CAT/MAT/CMAT)
  3. Attend personal interview
  4. Seat allotment and fee payment

Eligibility

• BBA: Passed 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks
• MBA: Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks
• Documents Required: Marksheets, ID proof, passport size photos, entrance scorecard (if applicable)

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Tuition Fee: BBA approx. ₹1.8-2.2 Lakhs (3 years), MBA approx. ₹3.5-4 Lakhs (2 years)
• Hostel Fee: ₹50,000 - ₹70,000 per year (optional)
• Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships available; also eligible for SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships from government portals
• For details on scholarships: UWSB Scholarships

Placements

• Placement Rate: Approx. 85%
• Average Package: ₹4-6 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹12 LPA
• Top Recruiters: ICICI Bank, Cognizant, TCS, HDFC Bank, Deloitte
• Placement Cell: Placement Cell, Email: placements@uwsb.ac.in
• Internships: Compulsory summer internships (6-8 weeks) with reputed companies

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: On-campus male & female hostels with Wi-Fi
• Mess: Hygienic cafeteria with multiple cuisine options
• Sports: Facilities for indoor & outdoor games
• Labs: Computer labs with latest software, financial labs
• Library: Digital library with extensive business & management resources
• Healthcare: Medical room and tie-ups with local hospitals
• Transport: Bus facility covering key locations in Kolkata
• Clubs/Fests: Entrepreneurship Cell, Cultural & Sports Club, Annual fest ‘UWSB Utsav’

Faculty & Research

• Faculty: Mix of PhD holders and industry experts
• Research Centres: Centre for Business Analytics & Strategy
• Grants & Patents: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• MoUs: Partnership with industry bodies and foreign universities (details on official site)

Rankings

• NIRF: Not ranked (as of 2024)
• NAAC: Not accredited as per official NAAC data 2024
• India Today / Outlook: No published rankings available

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-Offs: Released post-entrance exam on the official website
• Seat Matrix: Available during admission notification on Admission Page

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (~20 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Kolkata Railway Station (~8 km)
• Local Transit: Kolkata Metro, buses, taxis, and app-based cabs available

FAQs

Q1: What is the admission procedure for MBA at UWSB?

A1: Apply online, appear for entrance test (UWSB/CAT/MAT/CMAT), attend interview, and confirm seat by fee payment.

Q2: Does UWSB provide scholarships?

A2: Yes, merit and need-based scholarships along with government quotas are available.

Q3: Are hostel facilities available?

A3: Yes, on-campus hostels with Wi-Fi and mess facilities are provided for students.

Q4: What is the average placement package?

A4: The average salary package is between ₹4 to ₹6 LPA with top recruiters from banking and IT sectors.

Q5: Is UWSB NAAC accredited?

A5: Currently, UWSB is not NAAC accredited as per official data (2024).

Q6: What documents are required for admission?

A6: Marksheets, ID proof, photographs, entrance exam scorecard (if applicable).

Q7: Can I apply offline?

A7: Preference is given to online applications through official portal; limited offline admission possible onsite.

Q8: Which entrance exams are accepted for admission?

A8: UWSB entrance test, CAT, MAT, CMAT for MBA; WBJEE for BBA.

Q9: What is the intake capacity for MBA?

A9: Approximately 180 seats per academic year for MBA programs.

Q10: Does UWSB have tie-ups with companies for internships?

A10: Yes, the institute collaborates with top companies for summer internships.