ISBF mainly admits students for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in economics, finance, accountancy, business management, data science, and digital innovation.
The B. Sc (Economics) course of ISBF with a 3-year duration and mentored by University of London has a high industry orientation. Eminent faculty from Delhi School of Economics, JNU, IIT, Cambridge University, LSE, and IIT offers instructions to students. Candidates enrolled under this program can opt for transfer credits directly to LSE’s B. Sc (economics) program.
This full-time honors undergraduate program enjoys the same status as the BA (economics) course of UGC-recognized institutions in India. A student needs to clear 10+2 from any approved state or central board with mathematics as compulsory subjects. Shortlisted applicants have to appear in the entrance test and personal interview conducted by ISBF that have 50% and 30% weightage respectively.
Once a student completes the program, he or she can pursue a Masters degree in finance, econometrics, economics, and other related study areas. B. Sc (economics) students can do paid internships at several well-known investment banks in New York or London. They can apply for jobs in sectors including but not limited to economics research, NGOs, policy-making, consulting, and marketing.
Studying for a B. Sc (economics and management) certification enables students to receive a good grounding in both social sciences. While economics helps students to comprehend how to optimally allocate resources amongst economic entities, management teaches them to use those resources judiciously for accomplishing organizational goals. The duration of the course is of 3 years, and during this period, students gain an understanding of economics, mathematics, statistics, accounting principles, and so on.
In the 2nd year, students can continue with the program from LSE, HULT International Business School or Carnegie Mellon University. Once a student receives the B. Sc (economics and management) degree, he or she can apply for the MBA program of a globally recognized University. ISBF students got the opportunity to enroll for MBA course of the University of Warwick, Harvard University, and the University of Oxford.
Many ISBF alumni are pursuing the MBA program from a well-known Indian management school like IIM, ISB, and XLRI. Armed with a B. Sc (economics and management) degree, students have found jobs in reputed MNCs like Accenture, S&P Capital IQ, and American Express. The eligibility conditions for this undergraduate program are identical to that of B. Sc (economics).
The curriculum of the 3-year B. Sc (management and digital innovation) course has been designed, keeping in mind the global influence of digital technology. After completing this course, students have a thorough understanding of different digital structures, their applications, and the economies of scale they offer. Students imbibe various techniques of creating sophisticated digital systems for the commercial segments in particular and the society in general.
Students come to have a robust understanding of universal business management, statistics, mathematics, digital infrastructures, and core management concepts. Again, the admission norms for this graduate program are the same as the above two programs. After receiving a B. Sc (management and digital innovation) certification, students can apply for an MBA or equivalent master’s degree program from several prestigious institutions.
Students interested in pursuing an advanced course in economics or willing to launch a career as an economist can apply for the PGD (economics) program. The program gives the student a solid comprehension of theoretical and practical aspects of economics. Students from various reputed universities and colleges like Delhi University, Delhi Technical University, and Lady Shri Ram College have opted for this postgraduate diploma course.
This course is apt for students who despite having studied economics do not have a profound knowledge about the subject. Also, those who want to take advantage of their mathematical knowledge for having a better knowledge of economic models can apply for this program. The PG Diploma (economics) is a 1-year program and the certification is awarded by University of London.
PG Diploma in Finance gives students a solid grip on financial concepts and aspects. Once a student receives the diploma, he or she is ready to work in the finance sector on a global basis. Students come to know about financial reporting, investment analysis, asset pricing, and risk assessment. They also gain knowledge on taking advantage of quantitative tools for understanding and solving problems related to finance.
Students, after completing this diploma program can look for a job in financial segments like investment banking, investment management, risk management, commercial and retail banking. The basic eligibility criterion is passing 10+2 from an approved institution with mathematics as compulsory subjects.
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