Eligibility for Admission

Crescent School of Business, a part of the BSA Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, has been established to create leaders of tomorrow. The cohort will experience a uniquely crafted curriculum and pedagogy which are administered to them through faculty who have been carefully selected for their achievements in both academics and industry. CSB believes in education for life.

This 2 years programme is designed to be a rigorous time which pushes students beyond their comfort zone to bridge both skill and competency gaps that are essential in today’s managers to face rapid digital innovation challenges.

Eligibility

• All applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution
• Graduate with minimum CGPA of 5.0 / 50% marks
• Candidates who are in final year of Bachelor’s degree, are also eligible to apply. However such candidate’s will have to submit the original certificate of having graduated and mark sheet of the final year degree examination while joining the course
• Valid score in any of the following common entrance examinations: CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, GMAT, TANCET & CSBAT (Crescent School of Business Admission Test) conducted by our institute.
• Working Experience: Not compulsory but desirable
• Should have good communication skills
• Should be able to converse, read and write in English given that the medium of instruction of the CSB’ MBA Programme is English.

The decision of the admissions committee shall be final in deciding the selection of a candidate.

Admission procedure

• Submit the Application Form either by visiting the campus or online
• Review on scores in Common Admission Test and previous academic performance
• Interview with the CSB Panel
• Admission will be availed for the deserving candidate

Admission Brochure

• MBA Real Estate Management

The MBA in Real Estate Management (REM), offered in collaboration with Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), is a specialized, industry-oriented programme designed to develop competent professionals for the evolving real estate and built environment sector.

About RICS

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is a globally recognized professional body that promotes and enforces the highest international standards in land, property, construction, and infrastructure. With a presence in over 150 countries, RICS qualifications are highly valued by employers worldwide.

About MBA – REM

The programme focuses on building strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills while providing in-depth knowledge across key real estate domains such as land, planning and regulation, development, investment, asset management, and valuation.

The curriculum integrates core management principles with real estate-specific expertise, covering areas such as real estate marketing, urban economics, accounting and financial principles, sustainable built environment, property markets, asset valuation, corporate real estate, and project management. Students are also exposed to legal frameworks, ethics, and digital skills essential for modern real estate business practices.

With a strong emphasis on practical learning, the programme includes internships, capstone projects, and elective specializations in areas such as valuation, urban infrastructure, real estate finance, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. The curriculum is aligned with RICS competency pathways, enabling students to build a strong foundation for global professional qualifications.

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to pursue diverse career opportunities as real estate consultants, valuation experts, investment and asset managers, business development professionals, corporate real estate managers, and entrepreneurs in the built environment sector. The programme also prepares students for roles in government and urban development bodies.

With its industry relevance, global alignment, and comprehensive curriculum, the MBA in REM offers a strong platform for building a successful career in the real estate and infrastructure sector.

Key Highlights

• Industry-integrated MBA in Real Estate Management
• Curriculum aligned with global RICS standards
• Strong focus on valuation, investment, and asset management
• Exposure to real-world practices through internships and capstone projects
• Specialized electives across urban infrastructure, finance, and entrepreneurship
• Emphasis on sustainability and future-ready built environments
• Integration of digital skills for modern real estate business
• Career pathways across consulting, corporate real estate, and development sectors

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of 50% marks
• Final-year students can also apply (candidates will have to submit original certificate of having graduated and mark sheet of the final-year degree examination while joining the course)
• Valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, GMAT, TANCET or Crescent School of Business Admission Test (CSBAT)

Proposed Programme Structure

SEMESTER I

SEMESTER II

SEMESTER III

SEMESTER IV

List of Electives (Semester 3 & 4)

1. Advanced Real Estate Valuations
2. Valuation of Special Projects
3. Planning and Development of Special Real Estate Projects
4. Marketing Communications and CRM
5. Digital Technologies and Social Media Marketing
6. Project and Mortgage Finance for Built Environment
7. Valuation of Businesses and Intangible Assets
8. Entrepreneurship in Built Environment Sector
9. Future Cities
10. Urban Infrastructure Management
11. Urban Transport and Affordable Housing