Amrita School of Business (ASB), Amritapuri, marked a momentous milestone as it hosted Shubharambh 2026, welcoming its 18th MBA cohort (Batch of 2026–2028). The grand induction ceremony brought together distinguished leaders, revered mentors, accomplished alumni, and eager students, setting a strong, inspiring foundation for the incoming batch’s academic and professional journey.
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🌟 Highlights & Key Takeaways from the Ceremony
The inauguration reflected the core ethos of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham—blending academic excellence, compassionate leadership, and global perspectives.
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Visionary Leadership & Purposeful Education
- Dr. P. K. Viswanathan (Principal, ASB Amritapuri) and Prof. Raghu Raman (Dean, ASB) warmly welcomed the incoming cohort. They reaffirmed Chancellor Mata Amritanandamayi Devi’s vision of “Education for Life and Education for Living,” emphasizing that modern business education must go hand-in-hand with human values.
- Swami Purnamritananda Puri (General Secretary, Mata Amritanandamayi Math) inspired the students with timeless reflections on compassion, humility, and inner fulfillment as essential traits of true leadership.
- Dr. Bipin Nair (Registrar, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham) highlighted Amrita’s enduring pillars of top-tier education, cutting-edge research, and impactful global collaborations.
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Industry Insights for Future Leaders
- Chief Guest Mr. Vasanth Kumar (Business Advisor at Wooqer and Former Managing Director of Lifestyle International) shared valuable industry perspectives on the core competencies required to navigate and lead in today’s dynamic business environment.
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- The event was further elevated by the gracious presence of Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy.
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Words of Wisdom from Alumni
Incoming MBA candidates got a glimpse into their upcoming transformational journey through inspiring stories shared by alumni guests:
- Ms. Rashmi Ravi (Assistant Manager, Fresenius Medical Care)
- Mr. Anupam Krishna (Associate Manager, EY)
Both alumni reflected on their personal learning curves at ASB and urged the new batch to make the most of every opportunity.
MBA Placement Statistics:
- 24.84 LPA is the highest CTC
- 8.34 LPA is the average CTC
- 7.6 LPA is the average CTC
- MBA Marketing 24.8 LPA
- MBA Operations 16.3 LPA
- MBA Finance 13 LPA
- MBA HRM 13 LPA
- MBA Big data: 11.2 LPA
With a consistent 100% placement record, Amrita School of Business (ASB) serves as a launchpad for global leadership. Our alumni hold prestigious positions—including CEOs and VPs—at industry giants like Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Deloitte. By joining ASB, students gain access to a powerful network of over 3,000 global professionals who provide mentorship and support for both corporate climbing and entrepreneurial breakthroughs.
- Elite Network: Join 3,000+ alumni worldwide.
- Proven Results: Alumni currently serve as CEOs and VPs in top-tier global companies.
Specializations offered with Option for Dual Specializations
- Marketing
- AI & Business Analytics
- Finance
- Operations
- Human Resources
Amrita School of Business: Establishment in 1996, Amrita School of Business has succeeded in carving out a niche for itself and maintains its identity in providing quality education enriched with human values. Committed to the twin pillars of quality and value, ASB has become a vibrant and dynamic place to seek professional education. MBA is offered in 5 campuses: Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Mysuru, Kochi.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a multi-disciplinary, research-intensive, private university, educating a vibrant student population of over 30,000 by 2000+ strong faculty. Accredited with the highest possible ‘A++’ grade by NAAC, According to NIRF 2025 ranking 8th best university. Ranked 26th in Management studies (NIRF).
🚀 Wishing the Batch of 2026–28 the Very Best!
As the 18th MBA batch steps onto the Amritapuri campus, Campusutra extends its warm wishes to all the new management students. May this two-year journey be filled with transformative learning, leadership growth, and lasting achievements!
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