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Admission end date: 8th Sep 2026 Explore Our Online MBA in Finance Courses
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What is an MBA in Finance?
As of now, an MBA with Finance remains one of the most popular specializations under MBA, and it's easy to understand why this is true. An MBA in finance teaches students about the various factors that support business operations, including the financial management and operational banking functions, how to maintain company bank accounts, and how financial strategies affect company performance. Given below is a table that gives you the course overview:
| Category | Description |
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Program Overview |
A program designed to develop financial, analytical, and managerial skills for careers in banking, finance, and corporate sectors |
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Career Prospects |
Sectors: Banking, Investment Firms, Financial Services, Insurance, Corporate Finance, FinTech Roles: Financial Analyst, Investment Banker, Finance Manager, Risk Analyst, Corporate Finance Executive |
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Reasons to Pursue |
Strong career growth, high salary potential, industry-relevant financial expertise, and leadership opportunities |
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Curriculum |
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Eligibility Criteria |
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is typically required |
Why Choose an MBA in Finance as a Specialization?
An MBA in Finance can open doors to a career that plays a crucial role in every business and industry. Here’s why this specialization can be a strong career choice:
Wide industry relevance
Every organization, whether a small startup or a large company, needs people who understand money, can manage budgets, and know where resources should go.
Room to grow
Finance is a field where the longer you are in it, the more your career opens up. In fact, finance-oriented job roles only become more comfortable with time and experience.
Skill-oriented course
The program builds working knowledge in financial planning, risk analysis, budgeting, corporate finance, and decision-making that you will actually use on the job.
Diverse job paths
Graduates go into banking, investment firms, insurance, consulting, fintech, and corporate finance. There is no single fixed path.
Relevancy of the course
Businesses will always need people who can handle money well and plan ahead. That need does not disappear with changing trends.
Skills You’ll Gain with an MBA in Finance
Here are a few skill areas and its descriptions learners can look forward to after completing their post-graduation:
| Skill Category | Key Competencies Gained |
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| Financial Analysis | Learn to evaluate financial data, interpret reports, and support business decisions effectively. |
| Investment Management | Develop knowledge of investment planning, portfolio management, and market analysis. |
| Risk Management | Understand how to identify, assess, and manage financial risks in organizations. |
| Strategic Decision-Making | Build the ability to make informed business and financial decisions using analytical thinking. |
| Corporate Finance | Gain expertise in budgeting, financial planning, capital management, and business growth strategies. |
Eligibility Criteria
Check the eligibility criteria for Online Manipal’s MBA in Finance programs. Learners can compare qualification standards, academic requirements, and admission expectations to find the best program that matches their career goals.
Educational qualification
Candidates must have a 10 + 2 + 3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.
Grades
Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation (45% for reserved categories).
Educational qualification
Candidates must have a 10 + 2 + 3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.
Grades
Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.
Work experience
Work experience in reputed organizations is required. Fresh graduates must submit a Statement of Purpose (SOP) video to apply.
Educational qualification
Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year or 10+2+4-year or 10+3+3-year bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or other competent bodies.
Grades
Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category).
Note: NRI & Foreign applicants can find specific MBA eligibility details here
Online MBA in Finance Course Syllabus
Explore the syllabus of our Online MBA in Finance courses. Compare subjects, and specialization-focused modules to understand how each program equips learners with industry-relevant managerial, operational, and strategic finance skills.
Course Fees
Full Fee Payment
INR 1,80,000
INR 1,53,000
15% discount
Annual Fee Payment
INR 90,000
INR 76,500
15% discount
Semester Fee Payment
INR 45,000
INR 38,250
15% discount
No-cost EMI Starting
INR 6,375/Month
12/6-month tenure
An additional non-refundable application fee of INR 500 is to be paid at the time of admission
Learners opting for a loan or financing will not be eligible for any additional discounts or offers.
Note for online payments
Note: NRI & Foreign applicants can find specific MBA fee details here
Full Fee Payment
INR 2,92,000
INR 2,77,400
5% discount
Annual Fee Payment
INR 1,46,000
No discount
Semester Fee Payment
INR 73,000
No discount
No-cost EMI Starting
INR 12,167/Month
24/18/12/6-month tenure
An additional non-refundable application fee of INR 1500 is to be paid at the time of admission
Note for online payments
Note: NRI & Foreign applicants can find specific MBA fee details here
Full Fee Payment
INR 1,20,000
INR 1,08,000
10% discount
Annual Fee Payment
INR 60,000
INR 54,000
10% discount
Semester Fee Payment
INR 30,000
INR 27,000
10% discount
No-cost EMI Starting
INR 4,500/Month
12/6-month tenure
An additional non-refundable application fee of INR 500 is to be paid at the time of admission
Learners opting for a loan or financing will not be eligible for any additional discounts or offers.
Note for online payments
Note: NRI & Foreign applicants can find specific MBA fee details here
Admission Process
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*Fresh graduates applying to a program at MAHE are required to submit a Statement of Purpose (SOP) video as part of their application.
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Fee payment
Pay the admission fee for the first semester/year or full program.
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Document upload
Upload supporting documents & submit your application.
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University approval
The university will evaluate your documents to confirm your admission.
Online MBA Class Schedule
Our Online MBA program is made to work with the busy schedules of both recent graduates and people who are already working. We make sure that students may strive toward higher academic performance without having to give up their employment by scheduling live sessions on the weekends. The table below displays the exact times and lengths of time that will be needed for this entire educational engagement.
Days
- Weekends Only (Saturday & Sunday)
Total Duration
- 6 - 8 Hours Live Classes Per Week
Class Timing
- Each class lasts 1-2 hours* *Detailed class schedules will be shared prior to semester commencement.
Online MBA Projects
The curriculum combines theory with practice through in-depth MBA projects. These capstone projects are meant to let learners prove their strategic skills and leadership in their fields by solving real-world business problems. This tough practical part makes sure that graduates have the real-world experience they need to be successful as executives.
| Project Objective | Project Selection & Evaluation Process | |||||
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| 1. Develop Strategic Decision-Making Skills |
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| 3. Strengthen Industry-Oriented Problem Solving |
Meet your expert faculty
Dr. Shilpi Chakravarty is currently working as an Associate Professor at Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), Manipal University Jaipur. She is an academician, an author, a resource person, and a public speaker with 14+ years of experience. She has been a core member of the NAAC steering committee and likewise has successfully handled various academic and administrative responsibilities. Dr. Shilpi Chakravarty has authored 3 books and has presented more than 12 papers at some top conferences. She is a lifetime member of the All India Commerce Association. She also holds various certifications like MSME International Trade certification, Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain Management, and many more.
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Dr. Shilpi Chakravarty
14+ years of experience
Associate Professor
14+ years of experience
Dr. Avnish Vijay is Associate Professor, Program Coordinator of MBA, and Assistant Director at Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. He has been working in the education sector since 2000. Previously, he has worked in different capacities at national and international higher educational institutions. Dr. Vijay has Ph.D. in Management, UGC-NET, PGDM in Finance & IT, ME, and BE in Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Vijay has experience in teaching management courses in Finance, Operations, Strategic Management, and IT Management. He has a vast experience in institutional building activities.
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Dr. Avnish Vijay
25+ years of experience
Assistant Director & Associate Professor
25+ years of experience
Dr. Kasinathan. S is a Professor and Deputy Director at Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. He has over 13 years of experience in teaching management subjects and over seven years of experience in open and distance learning. He has graduated in commerce and has an MBA, M.Phil in Management, and doctorate in Human Resource Management. He is also a UGC-NET (Management) qualified professional. Dr. Kasinathan has attended 7 international and 11 national conferences and presented 18 papers. He has received several accolades, including Best Teacher Award from Rotary Club of Madras Mount, MaGEX Award of Excellence in Academic, Excellence in Teaching Award from Sikkim Manipal University, and Academic Excellence Award from Manipal University Jaipur.
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Dr. Kasinathan S
13+ years of experience
Professor
13+ years of experience
Dr. Mehak Gulati is currently working as an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), Manipal University Jaipur. She completed her Ph.D. in Investment behaviour. She specializes in Economics, Financial Management, Mergers, Financial Accounting, Investment behaviour, and Banking. Dr. Mehak Gulati has over six years of teaching experience. She is a University topper and a gold medallist in her graduation, post-graduation, and Ph.D., She has presented multiple research papers at National and International Conferences, and to her credit are many research publications indexed in highly reputed journals.
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Dr. Mehak Gulati,
6+ years of experience
Assistant Professor
6+ years of experience
Dr. David Campbell is an Assistant Professor - Management programs at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. He has expertise in Business Analytics, Machine Learning, and Research. He has been working in the education sector since 2014. Prior to joining academia, he worked in various capacities with renowned brands like Samsung, Whirlpool, and AkzoNobel in India. Dr. Campbell is UGC-NET qualified and holds a Ph.D. in Management, an MBA (Marketing), and a B.E. (Computer Science). Dr. Campbell has presented many research papers at conferences and seminars and published articles in reputed national and international journals.
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Dr. David Campbell
12+ years of experience
Assistant Professor
12+ years of experience
Dr. Pillai teaches MBA students and supervises Ph.D. scholars. He also serves as a member of University Research Protocol Committee in Management and Social Sciences.
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Dr. Rajasekharan Pillai
Professor
Dr. Everil Jacklin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce. She mentors students with projects.
Dr. Everil Jacklin Fernandes
Assistant Professor
Dr. Raveendra Rao K teaches MBA students and guides projects for MBA, MHA and M.Pharm. He is also involved in curriculum revision for the Marketing Management and Quality Management courses. He is an Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 standards, and is also the Nodal officer for NAAC accreditation.
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Dr. Raveendra Rao
Associate Professor
Dr. KP Nandan Prabhu is an Associate Professor and Coordinator for various programs and events. He has over 28 years of work experience in management education and taught more than 15 subjects over a span of 27 years in the area of accounting, finance, and organizational behavior.
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Dr. KP Nandan Prabhu
27+ years of experience
Associate Professor
27+ years of experience
Dr. Varun Kumar S G is an Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) at Manipal Institute of Management and currently handles Business Statistics course across three MBA programs. He is the coordinator for the Centre for Regional Development, and VSO-MIM, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
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Dr. Varun Kumar
Assistant Professor - Selection Grade
Dr. Anupam Kumar Pandey is currently working as an Associate/Assistant Professor (SG) at Sikkim Manipal University. He has completed his Ph.D. from Banaras Hindu University on Disinvestment in Public Sector Enterprises in India- A Case Study, graduation and post-graduation from Devi Ahilya University, Indore (M.P.). He specializes in income tax, corporate accounting, business regulatory framework, and business finance. Dr. Pandey has over ten years of teaching experience. He has presented multiple research papers at National and International Conferences and has been credited with many research publications in reputed journals.
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Dr. Anupam Kumar Pandey
Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor (SG)
Dr. Urgen Mangar is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University, India. He holds both an MBA and a Ph.D. from the Department of Management and Commerce at Shri Ramasamy Memorial (SRM) University, Sikkim. His primary research interests are in the areas of Consumer Behaviour and Tourism Management. Dr. Mangar has actively contributed to academia through his participation in numerous workshops, and has published research articles in reputed journals. He has also presented his work at various national and international seminars and conferences.
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Dr. Urgen Mangar
Assistant Professor
Ms. Tshering Ganden Bhutia is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University, India. She has completed her master’s in commerce (M.Com) from the University of Delhi with major in Marketing Management and minor in International Business, she completed her bachelor’s in commerce (B.Com) from University of Delhi. Her research interest spans Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Mix and Business Environment. She has worked as an intern in NGOs like Feeding India where she worked under the Talent Management Team. She loves reading and crocheting during her leisure time.
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Ms. Tshering Ganden Bhutia
Assistant Professor
Mr. Royal Tamang (Moktan) is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He is pursuing a Ph.D. from Sikkim Skill University in the Management Department. He specializes in marketing and finance specialization. Mr. Royal Tamang has more than 9 years of teaching (offline and online) and corporate experience combined. He has qualified for UGC-NET twice and holds an array of workshops, training, seminars, and symposiums under him.
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Mr. Royal Moktan
Assistant Professor
Aranya Ghosh is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He has completed his MBA in dual specialization in Human Resource and Marketing from Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology. He has an industry experience of above 2.4 years, where he worked on marketing strategies, gaining an understanding of the client's requirement, the core objective of considering the course, and delivering customized solutions, formulating a business strategy to achieve targets in terms of lead generation and admission, acquiring new customers by educating them about the courses and services offered by the University, while retaining existing customers, assisting in promotional activities including market visits, campaigns, digital & print media displays, and customer engagement, etc.
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Mr. Aranya Ghosh
Assistant Professor
Career Opportunities
Here is a table that discusses the career roles and what are the specific job description of the role:
| Career Role | Job Description |
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| Financial Analyst | Evaluates financial data, prepares reports, and helps businesses make investment and budgeting decisions. |
| Investment Banker | Assists organizations in raising capital, managing mergers, and handling financial transactions. |
| Finance Manager | Oversees financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and overall financial operations within an organization.. |
| Risk Analyst | Identifies potential financial risks and develop strategies to minimize business losses. |
| Corporate Finance Executive | Manages company finances, investment planning, and long-term financial growth strategies. |
| Banking Professional | Handles banking operations, customer financial services, loans, and financial advisory functions. |
Industry Trends & Future Scope
The finance industry is rapidly evolving through fintech innovation, AI-driven analytics, and data-centric financial decision-making. There are a few major industry trends that learners should know about.
Fintech and digital banking
Payments, lending, and banking are moving to digital platforms faster than expected. Finance professionals who understand this shift will find more doors open to them.
AI in financial work
Fraud detection, credit assessment, investment analysis; AI is already being used across these areas. It is changing what finance teams do daily, not replacing them, but reshaping the work.
ESG and Sustainable finance
Investors are asking what their money is actually funding. Environmental and social factors now sit alongside financial returns in many investment conversations.
Risk over growth
Lots of businesses have shifted their focus from growth to protecting what they’ve built. Financial resilience and scenario planning have quietly become priorities.
Regulation is getting more complex
Rules are shifting across sectors and borders. Professionals who understand compliance and governance are hard to replace inside any organization.
Best Universities in India for Online MBA in Finance
An MBA in Finance is one of the most pursued specializations, and the university you choose makes a significant difference. Here is a list of universities offering an Online MBA in Finance through Online Manipal:
| University | Program Highlights |
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Known for its NAAC A+ accreditation and industry-focused curriculum, MUJ offers an Online MBA in Finance covering corporate finance, investment management, risk analysis, and financial strategy through a flexible, industry-aligned curriculum for graduates and working professionals. |
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SMU offers an Online MBA in Finance covering financial planning, banking, accounting, and business strategy through a structured and flexible online learning experience for working professionals. |
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MAHE, an Institution of Eminence with NAAC A++ accreditation, offers a premium Online MBA in Finance focused on financial leadership, investment analysis, and corporate strategy. |
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