MBA Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management

Programme Overview

The MBA in Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management is a rigorous two-year postgraduate programme designed to develop next-generation entrepreneurs, startup founders, and successors of family-owned enterprises. The programme integrates entrepreneurial strategy, innovation, governance, and leadership development with deep experiential learning through incubators, live ventures, and global immersion. It is ideally suited for individuals aspiring to launch new ventures, scale startups, or professionalize and lead family businesses across generations in a rapidly evolving, innovation-driven economy.

Key Programme Attributes

Section Key Highlights

Programme
Structure

Structured progression from entrepreneurial foundations to venture
scaling, governance, and leadership. Includes Global Incubation
Immersion and multi-stage "Idea to Impact" venture projects across
semesters.

Academic
Architecture

Globally benchmarked curriculum combining entrepreneurship
theory, family business governance, and strategic management.
Strong emphasis on case-based learning, venture simulations, and
applied research. Curriculum integrates Indian family business
contexts with global entrepreneurial best practices.

Strategic
Programme
Enhancements

Signature Global Incubation Immersion in international innovation
ecosystems. "Idea to Impact" venture lab spanning ideation,
business modelling, prototyping, and market launch. Exclusive
masterclasses by entrepreneurs, investors, and family business
leaders, including Shark Tank–style platforms.

Industry and
Global Linkages

Deep engagement with startup incubators, accelerators, venture
capital networks, and family business forums. International exposure
through Global Incubation Immersion and collaborative projects.
Strong linkage with Pune’s startup, SME, and family business
ecosystem.

Curriculum
Framework Across
Semesters

Early semesters focus on entrepreneurial foundations, family
business dynamics, and leadership development. Advanced
semesters emphasize venture scaling, governance, innovation,
electives, internships, and capstone venture execution. Continuous
leadership lab and experiential projects across all semesters.

Pedagogy and
Learning
Approach

Experiential, case-based, and project-driven pedagogy forms the
core learning approach. Extensive use of startup labs, live consulting
projects, simulations, hackathons, and incubation-based learning.
Blended delivery combining classroom learning with digital tools and
global resources.

Leadership and Technology
Integration

Leadership development is embedded through mentoring,psychometric assessments, and values-based learning. Integration
of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, digital
platforms, and data-driven decision-making. Strong focus on ethical
leadership, sustainability, and peace-oriented business practices.

Programme
Outcomes

Graduates emerge as confident entrepreneurs and family business
leaders with strong capabilities in venture creation, governance,
succession planning, and innovation. Equipped to launch startups,
scale enterprises, or lead family businesses through strategic
transformation. Access to global networks, incubators, and lifelong
entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Student Clubs and Experiential Learning Ecosystem

At the Ramcharan School of Leadership, student learning extends beyond the classroom through a dynamic ecosystem of clubs that foster research excellence, cultural awareness, and social responsibility, contributing to the holistic development of future leaders.

The Research Nexus Forum promotes a strong research culture through student-faculty collaboration, mentoring, and interdisciplinary inquiry, enabling high-quality research, publications, and industry-linked studies.

Niramay Club, the socio-cultural platform of the School, nurtures culturally rooted and socially conscious leaders by encouraging cultural expression, community engagement, mental well-being, and leadership grounded in empathy, purpose, and integrity.

Duration & Fees

Duration

2 Years

Last Date to Apply : 20 April 2026 (Midnight)

Fee Per Year

₹ 6,75,000

Scholarship

Scholarship for AY 2026-27 MHT-CET 26 / CAT 25/ MAT - Sept 2025 to June 2026 / XAT 26 NMAT / GMAT

Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship
(100%)

MHT-CET 26 / CAT - 25/ XAT - 26 90 & above MAT - Sept 2025 to June 2026 95 & above

NMAT - 280 & above, GMAT - 650 & above

MIT-WPU Scholarship I
(50%)

MHT-CET 26 / CAT - 25/ XAT - 26 85 & above MAT - Sept 2025 to June 2026 92 & above

NMAT - 250 & above, GMAT - 550 & above

MIT-WPU Scholarship II
(25%)

MHT-CET 26 / CAT - 25/ XAT - 26 80 & above MAT - Sept 2025 to June 2027 90 & above

NMAT - 230 & above, GMAT - 500 & above

Note: Scholarships will be awarded based on the MHT-CET 26/ CAT 25/ MAT - Sept 2025 to June 2026/XAT 26 /NMAT 26/GMAT Score/ Percentile.

Terms & Conditions Apply:

  • All Scholarships are awarded on a First Come First Serve basis. All Scholarships are awarded as fee adjustments.
  • To continue the scholarship for the entire duration of the programme, a minimum level of the academic score has to be maintained at an 8 CGPA across all semesters, attendance is to be maintained at a minimum of 80 percent, with no live backlogs in any subject/programme and no semester break, and there should be no disciplinary action against the student.

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Eligibility

Minimum 60% aggregate marks in 3/4-year graduation degree in any stream from a UGC-approved institution/university or its equivalent (Minimum 55% aggregate marks for candidates belonging to the Reserved Category from Maharashtra State).
AND
A minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Class 10 (SSC) and Class 12 (HSC) examinations, with English as a compulsory subject.
AND
A valid non-zero score in the relevant entrance examination conducted by the competent authority.

Selection Process

Admission will be based on the merit of a valid score in CAT 2025, XAT 2026, NMAT 2025, GMAT, CMAT 2026, MAH-CET 2026, PERA 2026 or MAT (September 2025 onwards).
AND
Candidates will also be evaluated through 50 marks online CBT, Group Discussion (GD), Extempore, Personal Interaction (PI) score conducted by MIT-WPU as per the prescribed schedule, along with consideration of their Past Academic Record and Work Experience.
AND
The valid (non-zero) national level entrance score is mandatory for confirmation of admission.

Career Prospects

Business Development Manager / Executive

Entrepreneur / Startup Founder

Family Business Successor / Manager

Innovation and Strategy Analyst

Venture Analyst / Investment Associate

Operations Executive / Management Trainee

Incubation Manager / Program Coordinator

Franchise Manager / Area Development Executive

Programme Outcomes

  • Programme-Embedded Global Immersion and Incubation
  • Exclusive Mentorship and Thought Leadership from Dr. Ram Charan
  • Harvard ManageMentor Courses
  • Leadership Lab
  • Industry-Integrated Capstone Research Project
  • Rural Immersion and Life Transformation Programme
  • Experiential and Case-Based Learning
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