Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA) in Chennai, a private business school established in 1979, is known for its strong academic programs and excellent reputation. Approved by the AICTE and recognized by the AIU, LIBA has earned a distinguished place in management education. The institution achieved the 28th position among private institutions in the IIRF 2023 rankings and was ranked 32nd among management institutions in India by India Today 2023. Click here for more rankings.

LIBA Chennai offers a two-year, full-time PGDM program, which serves as its flagship course and is approved by the AICTE. Candidates eligible for the program must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university, with a minimum of 60% marks. Admission to the PGDM program is highly competitive and requires valid CAT or XAT scores; the CAT 2023 cutoff was set at the 80th percentile, while the XAT 2023 cutoff was 75th percentile. Shortlisted applicants are invited to participate in a comprehensive selection process, which includes in-person assessments involving group discussions and personal interviews. The program has a course fee of INR 19.98 lakhs.

LIBA Chennai also offers a part-time PGDM program, designed for working professionals seeking to advance their careers while continuing their employment. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks and have a minimum of two years of work experience in business, industry, or government sectors. Employment at the time of application is a prerequisite. Admission to the part-time PGDM program involves a review of applications, after which shortlisted candidates are invited for a final selection process that includes a Written Ability Test and a Personal Interview. The program has a course fee of INR 7.78 lakhs.

LIBA Chennai offers PhD program affiliated with the University of Madras. Candidates eligible to apply must hold a master’s degree with at least 55% marks, with a relaxation of 50% for SC/ST candidates. The selection process for the PhD program involves shortlisting by a Selection Committee based on academic performance, followed by a Written Aptitude Test and a Personal Interview.