Adam Smith Management Aptitude Test (ASMAT 2009)

The Admission modalities are with reference to the Adam Smith Management Aptitude Test (ASMAT 2009), for the 2-year MBA Program.
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ASMAT

All the applicants aspiring to pursue MBA Program (2009-11) offered by the ICFAI University, Tripura and wish to take academic support and placement assistance from ASIM, have to appear for the ASMAT 2009. ASMAT consists of multiple choice questions on GMAT® pattern.

Exemption from ASMAT: Those applicants who have valid GMAT®/ CAT 2008 scores and those who are qualified in IBSAT® 2008 and short listed for interview are exempted from ASMAT 2009. The best of scores will be considered for candidates who have valid scores of more than one such tests including ASMAT 2009.

Micro Presentation: Each candidate has to make a presentation on a selected topic for 5-7 minutes. The list of topics will be provided in the selection kit.

Interview: The interview is the final stage of the selection process and will be focused on testing the knowledge of the candidate on the topic presented in the micro presentation and understanding the attitude, aptitude and aspirations of the candidate.

MBA program is offered at 10 ASIM campuses all over India. The MBA Program of the University prepares the students with the skills, knowledge and strategic perspectives essential to the leadership of business anywhere in the world. The MBA Program is designed to provide both a portfolio of strong functional skills and the ability to apply, adapt and integrate those skills in different management settings.

Admission: Admission is through Adam Smith Management Aptitude Test (ASMAT 2009) and Interview process.


Program Structure: The Program covers 28 courses apart from 2 Management Theses and 2 courses of Soft Skill Labs spread over 2 years in 4 semesters. Students are also required to undergo a summer internship program.


Commencement of Classes: The preparatory classes for the program will start from June 01, 2009 at all ASIM Campuses. All students are required to attend these classes, which will ensure that they build the foundation required for effective learning during the program.


Electives: The students can pursue elective courses in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations and Information Technology & Systems. Each student must choose eight electives. While four of these electives must be from a single stream, the others can be from any stream. To specialize in a particular stream, a student has to pursue at least four electives from that stream. Thus a student can acquire a dual specialization by choosing four electives from one stream and another four from a second stream. The program offers further flexibility in terms of two optional free electives, which are not an essential part of the graduation requirement but can be opted for by interested students.

Last Date for Receipt of completed OMR Application Form for ASMAT 2009 is January 31, 2009.
ASMAT 2009 Test Date: February 15, 2009 Time: 10.00 AM to 12.00 Noon

Eligibility:

A bachelor’s degree from any discipline, with 50% and above as calculated by respective University.

Students in their final year bachelor’s degree course are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their graduation requirements including practical examinations / viva / assignments before April 30, 2009. Such applicants will have to produce a certificate to that effect at the time of admission. For any extension of this deadline, the applicants should apply separately, giving the schedule of their graduation examination. Extension may be granted on the basis of the circumstances of the case. The admission of applicants will however, remain provisional until they produce mark sheets and a degree certificate establishing their eligibility. The last date for submitting the proof of graduation is October 01, 2009, failing which the provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled.


Students who wish to register for the MBA-CFA Dual Masters Program will need to maintain a minimum CGPA of 7.5, at the end of the second semester of their MBA Program at ASIM.

How To Apply:



Applicants interested in appearing for ASMAT 2009 can apply through any one of the following methods.

OMR Application Form: Applicants who have purchased the ASMAT Bulletin can fill up the enclosed OMR Application Form and send it to the Admissions Officer at the address given above in “Address for Correspondence”

Online Application: Aspirants can download application form available at www.asmat.in by making a payment of Rs.1, 000 towards cost of ASMAT 2009 Bulletin, using credit/debit card (Visa/ MasterCard /Citibank Card) through secure internet gateway. Applicants applying through online system should attach their scanned photograph along with the online application form. The ASMAT 2009 Bulletin will be sent to such online applicants through courier / speed post.


Downloaded Application: Alternatively, applicants can download the Application Form from www.asmat.in complete it and send it along with the demand draft of Rs.1,000 (favoring “IUCF A/c ASMAT”, payable at Hyderabad) to the Admissions Officer, ASIM at the address given above in “Address for Correspondence”. The ASMAT 2009 Bulletin will be sent to such online applicants through courier /speed post. Those applicants who have valid GMAT®/ CAT 2008 scores and those who are qualified in IBSAT® 2008 and short listed for the interview are exempted from ASMAT 2009. Students seeking exemption from ASMAT 2009 should apply on the prescribed Application Form along with a copy of the scorecard of GMAT® /CAT 2008 and a demand draft of Rs.1,000 (favoring “IUCF A/c ASMAT”, payable at Hyderabad) to the Admissions Officer, ASIM (address given above in “Address for Correspondence”). The ASMAT 2009 Bulletin will be sent to such online applicants through courier /speed post.


Documents to be submitted along with the Application Form:

1. The attested copies of Std X and XII and Graduation marks transcripts are to be enclosed along with the application form.

2. The students in the final year may enclose the attested copies of marks transcripts up to their pre-final year.

3. The students applying online should forward the attested copies of marks transcripts by courier / speed post.

4. Demand draft of Rs.1, 000 (favoring “IUCF A/c ASMAT”, payable at Hyderabad).

5. Recent passport size photograph.

6. Students seeking exemption from ASMAT 2009 should submit the scorecard of GMAT® / CAT 2008 / IBSAT® 2008 along with the prescribed application form for exemption.



Last Date for Application: The last date for receipt of completed Application Form is January 31, 2009. Students are encouraged to submit the Application Form as early as possible to improve the chances of getting the test center of their choice.



E-mail: Students are advised to do correspondence on any issue regarding ASMAT 2009 only through e-mail and it is mandatory. Similarly all important information with regard to ASMAT 2009 will be intimated to the candidates only through e-mail. 22 Test Centers all over India ASMAT 2009 will be conducted at

22 test centers across India.
The applicants can choose any one of the test center available for ASMAT 2009. The list of all the 22 test centers is provided in the instructions for completing the OMR Form Brochure enclosed. Please note that requests for change of test center will not be entertained under normal circumstances. In the event of not having enough seats at the requested test center, applicants will be allotted the nearest alternative center. ASIM Admissions Office reserves the right to add or delete a few test centers depending upon the situation. The same will be intimated on the website www.asmat.in for the benefit of applicants.

Online Admit Card
All eligible applicants for ASMAT 2009 will be able to download their Admit Cards from www.asmat.in using the application number and date of birth as user ID and password respectively, during January 15 - 21, 2009. Please Note: Download facility will be withdrawn after January 22, 2009. No hard copies of Admit Cards will be sent/ given to applicants. The Admit Card is not transferable. Impersonation is a punishable offence.



ASMAT 2009 Results
The results of the ASMAT 2009 will be hosted online on www.asmat.in on February 28, 2009. The details of the score obtained in the ASMAT 2009 will be intimated to all applicants.



Selection Briefings in 30 Cities during March, 2009

ASIM conducts the selection briefings for the benefit of short listed candidates in 30 cities across the country during March 2009, to clarify various aspects of the selection process, financial aid and placements at ASIM. All short listed candidates are invited to attend the selection briefings along with their parents. The schedule and venues of the selection briefings will be intimated later.

Selection Process

The short listed candidates will be called to participate in the selection process during March 30 to April 11, 2009. The entire selection process will be completed in one day.



Admission Process

The admissions committee seeks to admit a mix of applicants who bring unique contributions from their diverse backgrounds and experiences and who collectively enrich the educational experience.



Address for correspondence: All queries relating to ASMAT 2009 and the completed OMR Application Form along with required enclosures should be sent to: The Admissions Officer, ASIM (HQ) 5th Floor, Mirra Trade Center, Punjagutta, and Hyderabad. Tel: 040 – 23430400 / 478 Fax: 040 – 23430477 E-mail: admissions2009@asmat.in

Important Dates:

Last Date for Receipt of completed OMR Application Form for ASMAT 2009 is January 31, 2009.

Online Admit Cards: From January 15, 2009 onwards at www.asmat.in (No hard copies will be mailed)
ASMAT 2009 Test Date: February 15, 2009 Time: 10.00 AM to 12.00 Noon
Reporting time: 9.00 AM at Test Center

Dispatch of Interview Call letters: February 28, 2009 onwards.