Dual Degree MBA/Masters Program | Virginia Commonwealth University, USA

Master of Business Administration (MBA)	Master’s Program (MDA)
JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)	Virginia Commonwealth University, USA
Total Credits: 102	Total Credits: 30 Credit Hours
Credits of Year 1:62	Transfer of Credits to JU Year 2:40
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Note

One specialization of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) to be selected

During the 2 semester, the student will take a boot camp course comprising Data Analytics, Visualization, Statistical Modelling, and Programming, and additionally may include a research project requiring the application of statistical models.

An orientation will be scheduled to help choose a specialization and the International University

Structure of the program (Duration - 24 months)

Year 1

August 2024 – July 2025 (12 months)

2 semesters - 10 months + Student Internship Program - 2 months

Study Campus

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
CMS Business School, Bengaluru, India

Year 2

August 2025 – July 2026 (12 months)

2 Semesters

Study Campus

Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia, USA

Eligibility

Students must successfully complete the VCU English language proficiency (ELP) test before going to VCU (IELTS, TOFEL, DUO-LINGO)
The minimum eligibility criteria for applying for the International Program is regulated and prescribed by the Regulatory Bodies.
The partner university representatives will interview the potential candidate for suitability.
All courses of Semesters 1 & 2 of the MBA Program at JAIN (Deemed–to–be University) should be completed without any backlogs. Students with backlogs will not be eligible for the International program.
If, for any reason, the admission of the student is not confirmed at Virginia Commonwealth University, USA, the student will continue with their regular MBA at JAIN (Deemed–to–be University), CMS Business School, by paying the fees for second year of MBA as per the policy.
In case the student does not clear the program they have to comply to the rules and regulations for the award of degrees of the University/Business School.
Students opting for International program must submit all the documents necessary for visa processing (inclusive of bank statement).
Only the selected candidate(s) can pay the fee applicable for the International program. This clearance will be given by JAIN (Deemed-to-be University).

Living & Food Expenses

Living and food expenses will be separate and are not included in the tuition fees.
It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in cost.

Travel, Visa & Insurance

Travel, Visa & Insurance charges will be separate and are not included in the tuition fees. All these are to be borne by the student.

Working opportunities

Part-time jobs may be available on and off campus. Availing these opportunities entirely rests with the student and is not binding on the institute. The institute can only provide opportunities for internships.

Stay back option

Students can stay back and take up a total OPT (working during studies may be deducted from the total OPT) of 2.5 years (30 months) after successfully completing the Master’s Degree at VCU. However, the policy matters of the said country have to be checked for the same.

Dual Degree Program (MBA + Masters) Virginia Commonwealth University, USA