2. Background of Lotus Part of the 500 Cr. Turnover Group, Lotus Business School is basically a Social Initiative under the Swami Sevabhavi Sanstha, a 80G recognized Trust. It is an Institute which has been created with a vision of imparting quality management education and create world class leaders. The Lotus core team comprises of individuals who are the alumni of IIMs, JBIMS, Symbiosis etc. and other ex-corporate employees from renowned organizations.

3. Genesis The Name Lotus was given to the college based on the holiest of flowers for Hindus, which is symbolic of the true soul of an individual. It represents the being, which lives in turbid waters yet rises up and blossoms to the point of enlightenment. The very genesis of the Institute has been on the basis of the experiences and vision of the Group of industrial professionals who have come together to form the core team. It is their experience and their continuous interaction with the industries and renowned academics which has taken the shape of the pedagogy of Lotus Business School.

4. Innovating Business Leadership “Leadership & Learning are indispensable to each other” – John K. Kennedy. Learning is never ending and growing continuously is based on your inputs and understanding. LBS is a firm believer of innovation and encourages the students to challenge the standard and the obvious. With a commitment of never giving up, LBS strives to inculcate in the candidate the art of looking beyond the obvious and innovating. True leadership is showcased in creating leaders which is the backbone of our ideology. With this ideology we would like to contribute to the society & our great nation and help attain the vision 2020 of our former President – Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

5. Pedagogy LBS has devised the “Learn –Apply- Learn” model of management education Weekend workshops are therefore conducted to give practical insight about the theory learnt. The mentors assigned to the students guide the students to re model and re align themselves if they err & make them ready for the next week Practical are the heart of the curriculum at Lotus & therefore Industrial live projects & assignment are highly sacrosanct. The final shape is given to the students during their final semester when industry internship is compulsory. the candidates actually get a feel of the corporate world. Best part of these assignments is that they are “paid internships” and the students earn while they learn.

6. Pedagogy Of Success Rigorous Theory, Case Studies, Presentations & Weekend Workshops Live Project From the industry under guidance from Mentors Industry paid Internship. An exposure to real corporate world Working on personality and placement interview.

7. Programs PGPM + MBA (Marketing) PGPM + MBA (Finance) MMM MPM Indo-Global Program ( 1 Year in Pune + 1 Year in London) (2 Yrs work permit in UK after completion of MBA)

8. Program Features Eminent faculties from IIMs, JBIMS Only 25 students per class MBA degree valid for eligibility for PhD & Govt. Jobs Study based on industrial live projects Scholarships for deserving students Laptop for all students International Study Tour

9. Add Ons Weekend workshops Real time curriculum IELTS coaching Mentorship by industrial experts Introduction to ERP Foreign language training Six sigma exposure

10. Learn Apply Learn Method Lotus Business School follows “Learn Apply Learn Method” of teaching to build students an entrepreneur. Step 1: Lotus Business School open a DMAT account for each student amounting to Rs. 5000/- Step 2: Students uses their analytical skills in buying & selling shares in the market Step 3: The prices continues for 104 weeks Step 4: A report is submitted every Wednesday Step 5: Every students earn their individual amount in this process of trading.

11. Infrastructure Located in the Educational Hub of Pune City AC classroom equipped with LCD projectors Wi Fi Campus Accommodation facility Library, reading hall, computer lab Surrounded by Greenery Recreation Rooms Canteen facility

12. Faculties at a Glance Core Team Mr. Ajit Sawant MMM {JBIMS} Founder Member & Director Mr. R. Iyer PGDM {IIM C} Mr. J.K. Chhabda MMS {JBIMS} Mr. S. Charkha PGDM {IIM-I} Ms. Gauri Y. MBA {PUMBA} Associate faculty The acclaimed associate and visiting faculty bring with them a number of years of experience and teaching skills. List of associate faculties include the Corporate Bigwigs and alumni of top notch colleges. The UK institutions who are also our academic partners, offer a special development programs for Indian faculty. Besides guest faculty from UK are also available for guest session.

13. Placements LBS is committed to 100% Placements for all it students Being a part of a 500 Cr. Group, It has a high network with the Corporate houses Placement record is of 100% Placement offer including International offers. Inspite of Slowdown, Summer internship with stipend of Rs. 6500/- +. Average Salary will be 4 Lacs p.a. CTC Placements in various sectors like Banking, Pharma, Retail, FMCG etc.

14. Student Speak “Lotus gives best of the best teaching faculties to be the best.” Rohit Sadwal “Adequate facilities are provided and all along they are well maintained.” Komal Sawant “Administrative & student affairs staff members are very caring & concerned about students well being.” Dhaval Mehta

15. Admission Process Eligibility : 50% in your Graduation. CAT/XAT/MAT Scores will be accepted. Download the form from the website www.lotuscentre.ac.in and send the form along with a DD of Rs.750/- to LBS and copy of the Scores. www.lotuscentre.ac.in Calls based on the applications will be given for GD/Case Study Analysis/ PI. Results will be declared on the website. It is imperative that the candidate comes to the institution, satisfies himself and pay his fees on selection.

16. Contact Details Mr. Sudhir Sharma 09225670250/1 sudhir@lotuscentre.ac.in Lotus Business School 020-66309936/7/8 info@lotuscentre.ac.in www.lotuscentre.ac.in

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