Strategic consulting for starting MBA / PGDM institutions. Layout planning, Case-study center setups, digital library links, and industry-collaboration structures.
Starting an MBA or PGDM program requires securing state NOCs, affiliating university tie-ups, or standalone AICTE approvals, as well as robust corporate placement structures.
TESS works with you from building layout approvals (computer rooms, simulation labs, lecture theaters) to board recruitment, aligning curriculums with modern business standards (data analytics, finance labs, case-study pedagogy).
Our advisors assist you in obtaining first-time clearances for technical campuses and standalone colleges under AICTE frameworks.
Key infrastructure parameters required for starting an MBA or PGDM program (intake of 60/120 students).
| Infrastructure Param | AICTE Norm (60 Intake) | Required AV & Lab Assets | TESS Direct Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom Space | 1 Classroom (Min. 66 sq.m.) | AV projection, smart displays, acoustic insulation | Modern classroom layout blueprints for executive education |
| Computer Center | 1 Dedicated lab (Min. 150 sq.m.) | Financial modeling, statistics software, databases | Design of computing centers and cloud server support |
| Library Holdings | Min. 500 titles, 2000 volumes, e-journals | Proquest / EBSCO / Scopus database access | Digital library subscription facilitation & tie-ups |
| Faculty Structure | 1:20 Ratio (B-School norms) | Min. 1 Director + 2 Core PhD faculty members | Profile matching and recruitment screening for director level |
| Discussion Rooms | Min. 2 Rooms (Group activities) | Whiteboards, round table seating formats | Vetting interior blueprints for group-work compliance |
Proven advisory pipeline from land and trust checks to first placement program.
Deciding between standalone PGDM or university MBA pathways, along with state NOC procurement.
Facilitating advisory board setups with corporate leaders, guest lecturing structures, and summer training tie-ups.
Structuring administrative assets, building details, computing licenses, and submitting on the AICTE portal.
Conducting pre-visits, testing software assets, verifying faculty records, and securing final approval (LOP).
MBA colleges are affiliated with state/central universities and must follow the university's academic syllabus and assessment framework. PGDM institutions are autonomous institutes approved by AICTE, allowing them flexibility in curriculum design. TESS helps you choose and execute the optimal pathway matching your vision.
Bloomberg terminals or specialized software like SPSS, SAS, or Python modeling tools are highly valued by inspectors and are necessary for premium positioning. TESS assists in selecting, purchasing, and setting up business lab software to meet compliance and positioning goals.
Under AICTE's latest guidelines, the land requirements depend on geographic location (metro/urban areas vs. rural areas). Metropolitan areas require a minimum of 0.5 acres, while other locations require 1.0 acre. We verify local municipal FSI rules before design execution.
Ensure that your MBA or PGDM program launches with first-class compliance. Consult TESS today.