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The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Research and Business Analytics is a 2-year full-time postgraduate program offered by WeSchool Bangalore, designed to develop data-driven decision makers and analytics professionals. The program combines comprehensive management education with specialized focus on data science, machine learning, and business analytics. With a total fee of ‚Çπ14.08 Lakhs for 2 years, the program is popular among graduates seeking to become business analysts, data scientists, and analytics consultants who can leverage data to drive organizational growth and innovation.

Admissions for the PGDM Research and Business Analytics program are currently open for the 2026-28 batch. Phase 1 applications are being accepted with a deadline of January 23, 2026, and Phase 2 applications will open from February 19, 2026, with a deadline of March 20, 2026. Group Discussions and Personal Interviews are scheduled for February-March 2026. Merit lists will be released in March and May 2026 for respective phases. The program commences in July 2026 for the new batch. The program has an intake of 60 students, making it one of the larger PGDM specializations at WeSchool.

Key Points:

Comprehensive curriculum covering fundamentals to advanced analytics and machine learning
Hands-on training in programming languages including R, Python, SQL, and Excel
Expertise in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and JASP
Four major projects including capstone project with industry mentorship
Specialization options in Marketing, Finance, Operations, or Human Resources
Strong focus on ethical data usage and governance in analytics
Diverse batch with 68% freshers and 32% experienced professionals
Board of Studies includes members from Target, Accenture, IBM, and Oracle

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WeSchool PGDM (R&BA) Fees

The PGDM Research and Business Analytics program charges a total fee of ‚Çπ14.08 Lakhs for the entire 2-year duration. The program fee includes tuition, academic materials, and access to all campus facilities including analytics labs and software tools. Hostel accommodation is mandatory for Bangalore campus students, with additional charges. The fee structure is designed to provide value through industry-aligned education and strong placement support.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Per Annum)	7,00,000
Library Deposit (Refundable)	4,000
Hostel Fee (Per Annum - Mandatory)	1,60,000
Hostel Deposit (Refundable)	10,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	14,08,000

Tuition fees are subject to change.
Hostel accommodation is mandatory for Bangalore campus students.
Library deposit and hostel deposit are refundable.
Payment can be made in installments.
Education loans are available through ICICI Bank, Bank of Baroda, Saraswat Bank, and HDFC Bank.
TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) scheme available for students with annual family income up to ‚Çπ1 Lakhs (up to 5% of intake).

Fee Structure 2025 (As per website)-

WeSchool PGDM (R&BA) Admission 2026

The PGDM Research and Business Analytics program follows a profile-based selection process that evaluates academic performance, entrance exam scores, work experience, and personal attributes. Candidates must have valid scores from CAT (2025), XAT (2026), ATMA (Feb 2026), CMAT (2026), or GMAT (2023 onwards). The selection process assigns 35% weightage to entrance test percentile, 15% to academics, 45% to interview performance, and 5% to extracurricular activities.

Admission Timeline and Key Dates

Event	Date
Phase 1 Application Start	October 18, 2025
Phase 1 Application Deadline	January 23, 2026
Phase 1 GA/PI Shortlist	End of January 2026
Phase 1 GA/PI Dates	February 2-15, 2026
Phase 1 Merit List	March 2026
Phase 2 Application Start	February 19, 2026
Phase 2 Application Deadline	March 20, 2026
Phase 2 GA/PI Shortlist	April 2026
Phase 2 GA/PI Dates	April 18-30, 2026
Phase 2 Merit List	May 2026
Program Commencement	July 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration Start	Registration End	Exam Date	Result Date
CAT 2025	August 1, 2026	September 20, 2026	November 30, 2026	December 24, 2026
XAT 2026	July 10, 2025	December 5, 2025	January 4, 2026	January 16, 2026
CMAT 2026	October 17, 2025	November 24, 2025	January 25, 2026	February 13, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks
Valid score in CAT (2025), XAT (2026), ATMA (Feb 2026), CMAT (2026), or GMAT (2023 onwards)
Entrance exam cutoff: 75 percentile for CAT/XAT/GMAT and 80 score for ATMA/CMAT for Bangalore campus

Admission Process

Submit online application with academic documents and entrance exam score
Shortlisting based on entrance exam percentile and academic profile
Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GDPI)
Final merit list based on composite score (entrance exam 35%, academics 15%, interview 45%, extracurriculars 5%)
Admission confirmation upon selection

WeSchool PGDM (R&BA) Scholarships 2026

WeSchool Bangalore offers scholarship opportunities for meritorious candidates in the PGDM Research and Business Analytics program. Scholarships are primarily merit-based and awarded to candidates demonstrating exceptional academic performance and entrance exam scores.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Type	Eligibility	Amount	Application Deadline
Merit Scholarship	80 percentile and above in entrance exam	Up to 25% fee waiver	During admission process
EWS Scholarship	Economically Weaker Section (Annual income up to ‚Çπ1 Lakhs)	Tuition fee waiver	During admission process
Performance Scholarship	Top performers in GDPI	Up to 15% fee waiver	During admission process

Scholarship amounts are subject to availability and merit evaluation.
Candidates must maintain 75% attendance and minimum academic performance to retain scholarship benefits.
TFW scheme provides tuition fee waiver for eligible candidates from economically weaker sections.

WeSchool PGDM (R&BA) Placement 2026

The PGDM Research and Business Analytics program has demonstrated strong placement outcomes with excellent industry recognition. The 2023-25 batch achieved an average domestic salary of ‚Çπ10.15 Lakhs per annum with a highest salary of ‚Çπ26.48 Lakhs. The 2022-24 batch recorded an average salary of ‚Çπ10.40 Lakhs with a highest salary of ‚Çπ26.80 Lakhs. The program attracts leading recruiters from diverse sectors including IT, finance, consulting, and analytics firms.

Placement Statistics (2023-25 Batch)

Metric	Value
Average Domestic Salary	‚Çπ10.15 Lakhs p.a.
Highest Salary	‚Çπ26.48 Lakhs p.a.
Total Companies Visited	358
New Companies	227
Placement Rate	100%

Career Opportunities: Business Analysts/Consultants, Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Analytics Consultants, Marketing Analytics Specialists, Finance Analytics Professionals, Operations Analytics Experts, HR Analytics Specialists

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WeSchool PGDM (R&BA) FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between PGDM Business Analytics and a traditional MBA?

Ans. PGDM Business Analytics is more practical and industry-focused compared to traditional MBA programs. While MBA is more theoretical, PGDM emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world projects and industry mentorship. The PGDM curriculum is specifically designed for data-driven decision making with specialized focus on analytics tools, programming languages, and machine learning algorithms.

Ques. Is work experience required for admission?

Ans. No, work experience is not mandatory. The program welcomes both freshers (68% of the batch) and experienced professionals (32% of the batch). However, candidates must have a valid entrance exam score (CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, or GMAT) and meet the minimum 50% marks in graduation requirement.

Ques. What programming languages and tools are taught in the program?

Ans. The program provides comprehensive training in R, Python, SQL, and Advanced Excel. Students also learn data visualization tools including Tableau, Power BI, JASP, and BlueSky Statistics. Additionally, students gain exposure to machine learning frameworks, natural language processing tools, and business intelligence platforms.

Ques. What are the specialization options available?

Ans. Students can choose specialization in one of four areas: Marketing Analytics, Finance Analytics, Operations Analytics, or Human Resources Analytics. These specializations allow students to apply analytics concepts to specific business functions and develop domain expertise.

Ques. What is the placement scenario for Research and Business Analytics graduates?

Ans. The program has a 100% placement rate with strong average salaries around ‚Çπ10 Lakhs per annum. Graduates secure roles as Business Analysts, Data Scientists, Analytics Consultants, and Data Analysts across leading organizations in IT, finance, consulting, and analytics sectors. Many graduates transition into specialized analytics roles with competitive compensation packages.

Ques. How does the capstone project work?

Ans. The capstone project is a major component where students work on real-world analytics problems under joint supervision of an industry mentor and faculty supervisor. Students apply their learning in data analysis, machine learning, and business strategy to solve actual organizational challenges. This project provides valuable industry exposure and practical experience that enhances employability.

Ques. Are there any entrance exam requirements?

Ans. Yes, candidates must have valid scores from CAT (2025), XAT (2026), ATMA (Feb 2026), CMAT (2026), or GMAT (2023 onwards). The minimum cutoff for Research and Business Analytics specialization is 75 percentile for CAT/XAT/GMAT and 80 score for ATMA/CMAT on Bangalore campus. WeSchool conducts its own selection process independent of IIM or other exam conducting bodies.

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14,00,000 is the tuition fee. 1,70,000 is the hostel fee. 4,000 is the library fee. other than my category, students have also got scholarships foor EWS category but less in number. as the trend suggests, the college fess is not increasing. it is static since the past 3 years as per my knowledge.

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