Yes, all the courses are approved by, All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of HRD, Government of India.

2) Tell me something about AICAR BUSINESS SCHOOL

AICAR BUSINESS SCHOOL (Asian Institute of Communication and Research) is approved by AICTE offering a Two-Year Full-Time Residential PGDM.

The first Batch (2002-2004) commenced on June 01, 2002.

The current admissions are for the Ninth batch (2010-2012), which will commence in July, 2010.

3) Where is the Institute located?

The Institute is located at Neral (on the foothills of Matheran Hill Station), approximately 60 kms from Mumbai. The AICAR Campus, spread over 33 acres of picturesque natural surroundings, has over 1.25 lac sq.ft. Of constructed area that includes the a/c classrooms, library,  cafeteria, separate boys and girls self contained hostel rooms, Faculty quarters  for the full-time faculty, gymnasium, convenience store, internet labs etc.

4) What are the different courses available at AICAR Business School?

1) AICTE approved, Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with specialisations in:

• Communication 
• Finance
• Human Resource and
• Marketing

5) What about placements at the end of the course?

100% Placement record since inception.

We have received an overwhelming response from the Industry for placements for all our batches and all students are placed with well known organizations.

Our focus at AICAR Business School is on nurturing the right perspective and values, attitudes and skills that enable each student to become distinctive. Placement generally follows as a natural consequence.

6) How is AICAR different from the other B-Schools?

AICAR lays a strong foundation of enhancing communication capabilities irrespective of the specialization of the students. Communication Skills and Business Communication are an important part of the programme and this is enhanced by regular sessions to improve student's presentation skills. 

"Learning by Doing” is a unique way to realize the full potential of students.  Classroom sessions are supplemented by participation in live projects enabling students to gain rich experience and enhance self-confidence.

With the socio-political and economic environment becoming increasingly volatile, businesses need managers who are well groomed beyond their analytical skills. Today’s Corporates require managers  who possess a greater degree of IQ, EQ, and SQ balance (Intelligence, Emotional and Spiritual Quotients), i.e. value-based managers who are emotionally stable, while applying their intellect and analytical power to project likely outcomes in given business scenario. Indeed businesses need managers who can face growth and down-turn with equal dexterity.

This is the area where AICAR Business School differentiates itself from others. The curricular and co-curricular activities at Aicar groom the learners through varied aspects of IQ, EQ, and SQ. ‘Learning-by-doing’ pedagogy seamlessly combines live projects, Community Services, VCD-based learning, debates, learning from Gurus (not management alone) with theoretical inputs on management subjects. Learners at AICAR Business School co-own the responsibility for organizing various events and competition that gives them hands–on experience in managing people and material.

7) What will be the selection procedure?

The selection procedure consists of 

Part A: Written tests of AICAR or scores of CAT, XAT, MAT, CET and ATMA

Part B: (i) GD (Group Discussion) and (ii) Personal interview (PI) 

Part C: Presentation on a given topic / Case Analysis 

Part D: (i) Past academic performance and (ii) Work experience. 

Final selection is based on the aggregate scores in the various parts (elements) of the admissions/selection process.

8) Am I eligible for educational loans?

Nationalized, private and cooperative banks have extended loans to AICAR Students. Extending loan facility by Banks is subject to the procedure defined and terms and conditions laid down by respective Banks. The Institute will offer all possible assistance to students desirous of availing this facility.

AICAR has also tied up with HDFC Bank* for helping students avail educational loans. 

*Terms & Conditions Applicable

9) What other facilities are available at AICAR? 

AICAR offers 

1. state-of-art Wi-Fi Campus

2. 24-hour internet access with 2 MBPS dedicated bandwidth

3. A well stocked library containing books and journals on various subjects

4. Separate boys and girls self contained hostel rooms

5. A well equipped gymnasium

6. Amphitheater

7. Swimming pool

8. Convenience store to ensure easy availability of stationery items, toiletries, facility of photo-copy, printing etc.

9. Facilities for indoor games and outdoor games

10) Is AICAR Tech Savvy?

AICAR has got a campus wide wired and wireless connectivity. AICAR encourages students to have laptop computers to take advantage of the campus wide connectivity.

AICAR LMS (Learning management system) - An innovative academic experience! A web-based interactive learning environment that brings intelligent, efficient learning solutions, loaded with features and tools for students. It utilizes technology to increase the effectiveness and accessibility of learning. It is a marked shift from being just a learning tool to assess individual performance.

AICAR Helpdesk – Students have the facility of using the AICAR Helpdesk on which they can given their Requests / Questions / Suggestions to the concerned departments like, Academics, Canteen, Electricity, Housekeeping, Plumbing , IT, Security, etc.  on which the Institutes personnel try to resolve the same within 24 hours.

11) What certificate or degree do we get at the end of the programme? 

The Institute awards AICTE approved, PGDM at the successful conclusion of the course.

12) Can I know about the Faculty teaching at AICAR?

We have a three-tier faculty assisting students – full-time, adjunct and visiting. They have wide experience both in industry and academics.

13) What will be the model of the written test?

The written test, of 1½-hour duration, will comprise four sections.

1) TEST OF GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

2) TEST OF LOGIC AND REASONING

3) TEST OF ENGLISH USAGE

4) NUMERICAL ABILITY AND DATA ANAYSIS