Program Introduction 

The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) Dual Specialization at Narayana Business School is designed for ambitious graduates who want to combine expertise in two management domains with equal depth. Across six trimesters, the program balances core management foundations with AI-enabled learning, an entrepreneurial mindset, and international exposure.

You can choose from 16+ electives in finance, marketing, HR, IT, Production and operations, enabling flexible career pathways. Every student develops not just subject mastery but the ability to integrate knowledge across domains an advantage highly valued by employers.

The program goes beyond classroom teaching through Design Thinking projects that address societal challenges, a year-long Business Acceleration Lab that builds an entrepreneurial mindset, and global immersions that provide international perspectives. By graduation, you leave with a recognised qualification and a portfolio of projects, internships, and industry collaborations that showcase your readiness for leadership.

The career-driven, Industry 5.0 aligned curriculum lets you build dual expertise across 16+ electives, master AI and digital tools such as Power BI, Python, and RapidMiner, and apply knowledge through real-world projects, internships, and live case labs. This approach ensures you gain subject mastery and the applied skills to solve business challenges across industries.

Program Highlights: PGDM Dual Specialization at NBS 

Duration & Structure	2-Year, Full-Time - Six Trimesters
Accreditations & Ranking	AICTE Approved AACSB & AMBA (BGA) Memberships 25+ Years of Academic Excellence Ranked among the Top 30 Private B-Schools in India – Top 3 in Gujarat Recognised for Industry Interface in IIRF Rankings India’s 4th Fastest Growing Business School by IIRF
Focus	Developing Industry 5.0 ready managers with dual expertise and strong decision-making skills
Specializations	Finance - Marketing - HR - IT - Productions & Operations Choose any two domains with equal depth
Technology & Innovation	AI integration across all streams Power BI - Python - RapidMiner - Advanced Excel Simulation-led pedagogy
Experiential Learning	Year-long Design Thinking Project (societal impact) Business Acceleration Lab (entrepreneurial DNA) 90-Day Internship Live Case Labs
Societal Impact	Projects on women empowerment, rural transformation, and underprivileged communities, embedding Indian ethos with global agility
Corporate Interface	670+ Recruiters & Placement-Driven Projects Expert Sessions & Industry Mentors
Global Exposure	International Immersions Global Study Tours International Faculty
Skill Development	Leadership Labs & Communication Studios 3-Layer Mentorship (Peer + Faculty + Industry) Peer-to-Peer Learning (24+ States & UTs, 46% Women Representation)
Career Outcomes	100% Placement Assistance Highest Package ₹20 LPA Average Package ₹8.4 LPA 9800+ Alumni Network
Campus Advantage	10-Acre, Digital-First Campus Smart Classrooms Research Labs Student-Led Clubs Vibrant Culture & Fests

Faculty & Thought Leadership

At NBS, you learn from faculty who combine academic rigour with corporate insight. Over 60 distinguished professors bring over 380 years of industry experience and 540 years of teaching expertise, ensuring every subject is taught with depth, relevance, and real-world relevance. With a 1:20 faculty–student ratio, you benefit from personalised mentorship and continuous guidance. Faculty expertise spans management, finance, marketing, HR, IT, Productions and operations, entrepreneurship, analytics, sustainability, and the development of an entrepreneurial mindset—covering the very domains you specialise in.

Our professors are not only teachers but also active researchers and thought leaders. Their work is published in finance, analytics, AI, HR, Production and operations, and management innovation, giving you access to the latest insights and practices shaping Industry 5.0.

Program Chair: Dr Pragya Sharma, Associate Professor, leads the PGDM Dual Specialization program, bringing academic depth and practical insight to ensure students graduate with professional competence and leadership confidence.

Learn From Experts Who Shape the Future

Dr. Pragya Sharma Associate Professor

Dr. Indra Meghrajani Professor

Dr. Hardik Brahmbhatt Associate Professor

Prof. Bindiya Dua Associate Professor

Prof. Yashpalsinh Jadeja Associate Professor

Prof. Archana Singh Associate Professor

Curriculum That Moves With the Future

At Narayana Business School, the PGDM Dual Specialization curriculum is designed to balance foundations, dual expertise, and applied learning. Across six trimesters, you move from management basics to advanced electives, AI integration, and entrepreneurial application. Every stage includes projects, labs, and mentorship, ensuring you graduate with knowledge and a portfolio employers trust.

Year 1 - Foundations & ImmersionYear 2 - Dual Specialization & Application

Your first year builds a solid base in management while immersing you in hands-on practice from day one.

Foundations & Immersion

• Core Management Courses
• Marketing, Finance, HR, IT, Productions & Operations, and General Management. 
• Choice-Based Foundation
• Flexible modules designed to bridge diverse academic backgrounds. 
• AI in Action
• Applied analytics, data driven decision-making, MIS, and digital tools. 
• Design Thinking Kick-off
• First sprint in solving societal challenges with empathy and agility.
• Live Projects & Workshops
• Data-driven decision making, financial statement analysis, research-based projects.
• 90-Day Summer Internship
• Full-time corporate exposure with leading organizations.
• Skills Enhancing Module
• Certifications, skill workshops, and short modules in high-demand areas.

Specialisation

Marketing

Finance

Business Analytics

Human Resource

Supply Chain

Operations Management and Supply Chain Management

Entrepreneurship

Our Journey

Founded 25 years ago by visionary academicians Dr. Amit Gupta and Dr. Purvi Gupta, NBS progressed from a CFA coaching institute to one of India’s Top 3 MBA colleges in Gujarat, ranked #22 among private Business Schools nationally (IIRF 2025). NBS is recognised for academic rigour, global exposure, and strong results.

Exceptional Placements

Home to 670+ recruiters with highest CTC ₹20 LPA and average ₹8.4 LPA. Early placement cycles secure strong career outcomes. Top recruiters include E&Y, PWC, KPMG, and TCS. Graduates enter consulting, finance, technology, and operations, ready for varied career paths.

Strong Alumni Network

9,400+ alumni across sectors and locations actively mentor and recruit students. Entrepreneurial Mindset at the Core – We nurture innovators and leaders who can thrive in jobs, ventures, and emerging business landscapes.

Empowering Local, Expanding Global

NBS is a member of two gold-standard international accrediting bodies, AACSB and AMBA (BGA). This global recognition underscores our commitment to making a real impact, both internationally and right here in our local community, by supporting startups, businesses, and human capital growth.

Our Philosophy

At Narayana Business School, our philosophy of Learn, Lead, Transform, resonates with India’s journey of growth, empowering students from Not only Metro but Non-Metro Cities of India to become catalysts of change. We nurture aspiring professionals to Learn with ambition, lead with resilience, and transform their aspirations into success. By bridging talent with opportunity not only in Corporates but, Startups and SMEs, we shape business professionals who rise to become leaders contributing to India’s evolving business and economic landscape in the world.

Student Connect

Why Business School?
Why NBS?

If you’re contemplating MBA admissions 2024, consider NBS – a top-ranked business school in India. With state-of-the-art facilities, a vibrant community, and a plethora of opportunities, NBS stands out as an institution that truly prepares you for the business world. Join us, and let’s write your success story together.

Your NBS Journey Awaits Time to Take the Leap!

Eager to be a part of the NBS legacy? Dive into a world where academic brilliance and holistic growth are intertwined. Apply for MBA Admissions and begin your transformative journey at the Best MBA College in India. At NBS, we don’t just shape careers; we craft futures. Join us and experience it firsthand.

Narayana Business School Placements

Comprehensive Placement Reports

Our Stand in Nation Building

Transforming Aspirations into Nation-Ready Leaders

At Narayana Business School, one of the top MBA colleges in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, nation-building is not just a vision, it is our responsibility. As India accelerates toward its $5 trillion economy ambition, the role of progressive business schools in India becomes vital: to prepare leaders who are agile, ethical, and future-ready.

For more than 25 years, NBS has been shaping talent that powers growth beyond metros, reaching the heart of Bharat. Students from 24+ states and UTs, from Andaman to Indore, Rohtak to Hubli, arrive with aspirations and graduate as leaders ready to build India’s future. They embody our ethos: Learn. Lead. Transform.

Ranked among the best B-Schools in Gujarat and India, NBS offers AICTE-approved, industry-aligned PGDM programs in Quantitative Finance, Data Science & Business Analytics, Dual Specialization, and MBA + PGP in Corporate Excellence. These programs blend global certifications, entrepreneurial training, and corporate partnerships, ensuring graduates are not just industry-ready but nation-ready.

Our global memberships with AACSB and AMBA’s BGA network reflect our commitment to international quality standards in management education. Collaborations with EY, NISM, CII, JITO JIIF, and eChai further strengthen our mission of nation-building through education. With 670+ recruiters, 9800+ alumni worldwide, and a 100% digital & AI-enabled campus, NBS consistently nurtures leaders who drive corporates, scale startups, and create lasting social impact.

As a leading MBA college in Ahmedabad, Narayana Business School is more than an institution, it is a movement. Every student’s journey contributes to the larger mission of building India’s human capital for a resilient, inclusive, and globally competitive nation.

Why Choose a Business School? - The Big Question

In a world where AI is writing code, startups are disrupting billion-dollar companies overnight, and employers are no longer impressed by degrees alone do you really need a Business School?”  The answer is clear: yes, now more than ever.

What sets tomorrow’s leaders apart isn’t just knowledge, but the mindset, adaptability, and network great business schools provide.

An MBA or PGDM today goes beyond textbooks and lectures. It prepares you to lead, innovate, and make a difference, whether you join a Fortune 500 company or start your own business. 

A Hub of Knowledge and Learning.

Personality Development Room

Library

Career Counselling Cell

Classrooms

IT Infrastructure

Auditorium

Amphitheater

Cafeteria

Boardroom

Gym

Outdoor Sports Facility

Central Atrium