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The '''Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research''' (commonly known as '''WeSchool''') is a [[Private university|private]] [[business school]] based in [[Mumbai]], India, with a second campus in [[Bengaluru]]. Established in 1977 by the [[Shikshan Prasarak Mandali]] (S.P. Mandali), one of the oldest educational trusts in [[Maharashtra]], the institute is affiliated with the [[University of Mumbai]] and is approved by the [[All India Council for Technical Education]] (AICTE).<ref name="WhoWeAre">{{cite web |title=Who We Are |url=https://www.welingkar.org/who-we-are |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="Cracku">{{cite web |title=Welingkar Mumbai, Selection Criteria, Admissions, Fees, Cut off |url=https://cracku.in/welingkar-mumbai/ |website=Cracku |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The institute offers postgraduate programmes in management, including [[Post Graduate Diploma in Management]] (PGDM), [[Master of Management Studies]] (MMS), and various executive and distance learning programmes.<ref name="Programs">{{cite web |title=PGDM Programs |url=https://www.welingkar.org/pgdm/ |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== History ==

The Shikshana Prasaraka Mandali (S.P. Mandali) was founded in 1888 and is one of the pioneering educational societies in Maharashtra.<ref name="WhoWeAre"/> The trust operates over 43 educational institutions across Maharashtra and Karnataka, including [[Ramnarain Ruia College|Ruia College]], and has imparted education to more than 45,000 students.<ref name="WhoWeAre"/><ref name="PGDMBD">{{cite web |title=PGDM Business Design Brochure |url=https://www.welingkar.org/downloads/PGDM_BD_Brochure_New.pdf |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

The Welingkar Institute was established in 1977 by S.P. Mandali, with its initial campus located in a small building in [[Sion, Mumbai|Sion]], Mumbai, occupying approximately 10,000 square feet.<ref name="47Years">{{cite web |title=Welingkar's 47 Years of Legacy – Nurturing Dreams into Achievements |url=https://www.welingkar.org/blogs/welingkar-47-years-of-legacy-pgdm-mumbai/ |website=WeSchool |date=24 January 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="Shiksha">{{cite web |title=Welingkar Institute of Management Alumni Network |url=https://www.shiksha.com/college/welingkar-institute-of-management-mumbai-168/alumni |website=Shiksha |date=17 June 2022 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The institute later expanded to a larger campus in [[Matunga]], Mumbai, with a total area of 1,70,000 square feet.<ref name="Shiksha"/> The institute began offering the [[University of Mumbai]] Part-Time Master's programs in 1988 and launched its flagship PGDM program in 1993.<ref name="47Years"/><ref name="FAQ">{{cite web |title=FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) |url=https://www.welingkar.org/faqs |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The Bengaluru campus was established in 2008 at [[Electronic City]], [[Bengaluru]].<ref name="FAQ"/>

Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, who joined the institute as a professor in 1995 and was appointed director in 2000, the institute underwent a transformation and adopted the "WeSchool" brand identity.<ref name="Salunkhe">{{cite web |title=Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe |url=https://www.welingkar.org/group-director |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="Sage">{{cite web |title=Salunkhe, Uday |url=https://us2.sagepub.com/author/uday-salunkhe |website=SAGE Publishing |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== Campuses ==

=== Mumbai campus ===

The Mumbai campus is located on Lakhamsi Napoo Road, [[Matunga]], next to [[Ramnarain Ruia College|R.A. Podar College]], near Matunga Central Railway Station.<ref name="MumbaiCampus">{{cite web |title=Mumbai Campus |url=https://www.welingkar.org/campus-mumbai |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including Wi-Fi connectivity, Innovation and Leadership Labs, smart classrooms, a library with an audio-visual room, and IT labs.<ref name="47Years"/><ref name="2YearPGDM">{{cite web |title=Classroom + Experiential Learning |url=https://www.welingkar.org/downloads/2_year_pgdm_2_fold_20th_July_2023_01_final.pdf |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

=== Bengaluru campus ===

The Bengaluru campus is situated in [[Electronic City|Electronics City Phase I]], Hosur Road, [[Bengaluru]].<ref name="BengaluruCampus">{{cite web |title=Bengaluru Campus |url=https://www.welingkar.org/campus-bengaluru |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> Established in 2008, the campus is designed to nurture design thinking and innovation and features smart classrooms, a prototype lab, an amphitheatre, and separate hostels for boys and girls within 2 km of the campus.<ref name="BengaluruBrochure">{{cite web |title=Bengaluru PGDM Brochure |url=https://www.welingkar.org/pgdm-bengaluru/brochure/PGDM%20Brochure_Final_Artwork_14.01.2021_Bengaluru_for_print.pdf |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== Academics ==

=== Programmes ===

WeSchool offers a range of postgraduate programmes, primarily the two-year full-time AICTE-approved PGDM programme with multiple specialisations.<ref name="Programs"/> The [[Master of Management Studies]] (MMS) programme, offered since 1984, is affiliated with the [[University of Mumbai]].<ref name="MMS">{{cite web |title=MMS Programme |url=https://www.welingkar.org/programmes/full-time-programme/mumbai/mms |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

The institute offers the following PGDM specialisations at its Mumbai and Bengaluru campuses:<ref name="Programs"/><ref name="2YearPGDM"/>

* '''PGDM (General)''' – Started in 1993, with 180 seats at Mumbai and 60 seats at Bengaluru. Offers specialisations in Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Operations.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM E-Business''' – Started in 2007, with 120 seats. A techno-commercial programme blending management and information technology.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Business Design''' – Started in 2008, with 60 seats. Integrates innovation, creativity, and design thinking into management education.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Healthcare''' – Started in 2011, with 60 seats. Combines business management and healthcare disciplines.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Rural Management (Emerging Economies)''' – Started in 2012, with 60 seats. Provides practical exposure to emerging rural economies.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Retail Management''' – Started in 2012, with 60 seats. Provides a comprehensive view of the retail industry.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Research & Business Analytics''' – Started in 2016, with 120 seats. Covers analytical tools, machine learning, big data, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and programming languages including R and Python.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>
* '''PGDM Media & Entertainment''' – Started in 2016, with 60 seats. Focuses on content creation, content management, advertising, and digital media marketing.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/>

The institute also offers part-time Master's programmes affiliated with the University of Mumbai, including MMS, MFM, MMM, MIM, MCA, MHRDM, and PGDM (International Business), as well as distance learning programmes.<ref name="Cracku"/><ref name="MMS"/>

=== Accreditations and affiliations ===

WeSchool is approved by the [[All India Council for Technical Education]] (AICTE) and is affiliated with the [[University of Mumbai]].<ref name="Cracku"/><ref name="KollegeApply">{{cite web |title=Welingkar Mumbai: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Placements, Rankings & Cutoff |url=https://www.kollegeapply.com/welingkar-mumbai |website=KollegeApply |date=20 November 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The institute has received accreditation from the [[National Board of Accreditation]] (NBA) for its PGDM and MMS programmes.<ref name="KollegeApply"/><ref name="MBAUniverse">{{cite web |title=Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (PGDM) – Rankings |url=https://www.mbauniverse.com/college/mumbaimba/prin-l-n-welingkar-institute-of-management-development-research-weschool-mumbai |website=MBAUniverse |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> It also holds a 10-year accreditation from the [[Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs]] (ACBSP), a globally recognised business education accrediting body.<ref name="ACBSP">{{cite web |title=S.P. Mandali's Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research – Bengaluru |url=https://acbsp.org/members/?id=77247317 |website=ACBSP |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="10YearACBSP">{{cite web |title=How to Choose the Right PGDM Program: Do's & Don'ts for Your Career |url=https://www.welingkar.org/blogs/how-to-choose-the-right-pgdm-program/ |website=WeSchool |date=11 April 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The PGDM programmes are recognised by the [[Association of Indian Universities]] (AIU) as equivalent to an MBA.<ref name="MBAUniverse"/>

=== Rankings ===

In the [[National Institutional Ranking Framework]] (NIRF) 2025, WeSchool Mumbai was ranked 75th in the Management category.<ref name="NIRF2025">{{cite web |title=National Institutional Ranking Framework – Data Submitted for India Rankings 2025 |url=https://www.nirfindia.org/nirfpdfcdn/2025/pdf/Management/IR-M-S-19472.pdf |website=NIRF India |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="NIRFRank">{{cite web |title=Welingkar PGDM Rank 75: NIRF 2025 Details |url=https://www.collegesearch.in/articles/welingkar-pgdm-rank-nirf |website=CollegeSearch |date=5 September 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> The institute was ranked 16th among private B-schools nationally, 4th in the West Zone, and 1st in Mumbai by ''[[Outlook (Indian magazine)|Outlook]]'' in its 2023 ranking.<ref name="2YearPGDM"/> It was ranked 34th among top B-schools of India by ''MBAUniverse.com'' and 43rd by ''[[Business Today (India)|Business Today]]''.<ref name="MBAUniverse"/>

=== Admissions ===

Admission to the PGDM programmes is based on a multi-stage selection process. Candidates must have a minimum of 50% in their bachelor's degree and must appear for national-level entrance exams such as [[Common Admission Test|CAT]], [[Xavier Aptitude Test|XAT]], [[Common Management Admission Test|CMAT]], [[ATMA]], [[Graduate Management Admission Test|GMAT]], or [[MAH MBA CET]].<ref name="Cracku"/><ref name="Programs"/> Shortlisted candidates participate in Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GDPI) rounds. The final selection is based on entrance exam scores, academic profile, work experience, and performance in the GDPI rounds.<ref name="Cracku"/>

=== Fees ===

For the 2025–27 batch, the tuition fee for the PGDM programme is [[Indian rupee|₹]]7 lakh per annum, totaling [[Indian rupee|₹]]14 lakh for two years. Hostel fees range from [[Indian rupee|₹]]1.6 lakh to [[Indian rupee|₹]]2.2 lakh per year.<ref name="Fees">{{cite web |title=PGDM Admissions Guide – Welingkar Institute Mumbai & Bengaluru |url=https://www.welingkar.org/pgdm-admissions-guide/ |website=WeSchool |date=4 July 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

=== Placements ===

For the 2023–25 PGDM batch, WeSchool Mumbai recorded a highest package of [[Indian rupee|₹]]40 lakh per annum and an average package of [[Indian rupee|₹]]11.68 lakh per annum. The Bengaluru campus recorded a highest package of [[Indian rupee|₹]]18.75 lakh per annum and an average package of [[Indian rupee|₹]]11 lakh per annum.<ref name="Programs"/> The institute achieved 100% placement for the 2023–25 PGDM batch, with 358 recruiters participating in the placement process.<ref name="GetMyUni">{{cite web |title=Welingkar Mumbai: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Placement, Ranking |url=https://www.getmyuni.com/college/welingkar-institute-of-management-development-and-research-mumbai |website=GetMyUni |date=11 May 2026 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> Top recruiters include [[Accenture]], [[J.P. Morgan & Co.|J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.]], [[ICICI Bank]], [[Deloitte]], [[KPMG]], and [[Microsoft]], among others.<ref name="19"/><ref name="MBAUniverse"/>

== Awards and recognition ==

WeSchool has received several awards and recognitions, including:<ref name="47Years"/><ref name="Awards">{{cite web |title=Achievements |url=https://blogs.welingkar.org/category/achievements/ |website=WeSchool Blog |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

* '''AICTE-CII Best Industry-Linked Management Institute''' (2015) – Awarded for excellence in industry-academia collaboration.<ref name="AICTE">{{cite web |title=WeSchool Bags AICTE-CII National Award For 'Best Industry Linked Management Institute' In India |url=https://www.welingkar.org/blogs/aicteciinationalaward/ |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="BW">{{cite web |title=WeSchool Wins Award For Best Industry Linked Management Institute In India |url=https://www.businessworld.in/article/WeSchool-Wins-Award-For-Best-Industry-Linked-Management-Institute-In-India/04-12-2015-129929 |website=BW Businessworld |date=4 December 2015 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>
* '''AICTE-CII IndPact Award''' for Best Industry-Linked Institute for Management (Established) at the education summit on 14 November 2019.<ref name="IndPact">{{cite web |title=WeSchool honoured with AICTE-CII indpact award for best industry-linked institute for management |url=https://blogs.welingkar.org/ |website=WeSchool Blog |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>
* '''Best Innovative Institute''' by [[ASSOCHAM]].<ref name="Coursetakers">{{cite web |title=We School – Detailed Profile |url=https://coursetakers.com/college/we-school |website=Coursetakers |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>
* '''B-School of the Year Award''' for the Bengaluru campus (2015).<ref name="BSchoolYear">{{cite web |title=WeSchool, Bengaluru Gets B School of the Year Award |url=https://www.welingkar.org/blogs/weschool-bengaluru-gets-b-school-of-the-year-award/ |website=WeSchool |date=19 August 2015 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== International collaborations ==

WeSchool has established international partnerships with universities and institutions globally for student exchange, joint research, and study tours.<ref name="International">{{cite web |title=International Partnerships |url=https://www.welingkar.org/pgdm/ |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref><ref name="WeGlobal">{{cite web |title=WeGlobal |url=https://www.welingkar.org/weglobal |website=WeSchool |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref> Partner institutions include:

* [[Audencia Business School|Audencia Nantes]], France
* [[Mälardalen University]], Sweden
* [[Sogang University]], South Korea
* [[Stuttgart Media University]], Germany
* [[Otto Friedrich University Bamberg]], Germany
* [[MacEwan University|MacEwan College]], Canada
* [[Thammasat University]], Thailand
* [[Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia|UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia]], Spain
* [[University of Lincoln]], United Kingdom
* VHL University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
* Steinbeis School of Management & Innovation GmbH, Germany
* Institute of Executive Capabilities (IEC), Germany
* Berlin School of Creative Leadership GmbH (BSCL), Germany<ref name="International"/>

The partnership with Mälardalen University in Sweden spans nearly 20 years and includes hundreds of student and faculty exchanges and joint activities.<ref name="Malardalen">{{cite web |title=What an incredible visit and a testament to the strong, long-standing partnership between Welingkar Institute of Management and Mälardalen University! |url=https://www.linkedin.com/posts/udaysalunkhe |website=LinkedIn |date=10 March 2025 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== Student life ==

WeSchool hosts several annual events and extracurricular activities. '''Webiz''' is a major annual management and marketing fest featuring competitions in brand identification, creative brand integration, marketing improvisation, and campaign design.<ref name="Programs"/> '''IMPACT''' is an annual inter-B-school cricket tournament, one of the institute's oldest sports traditions, held at venues such as Matunga Gymkhana.<ref name="Programs"/> '''Karvaan''' is a cultural festival organised by students of the PGDM Media & Entertainment programme, providing a platform for emerging musicians, dancers, and performers.<ref name="Programs"/> The institute also organises '''D-Magics''', an event showcasing innovative concepts developed by students.<ref name="President">{{cite web |title=Speech by Her Excellency the President of India Shrimati Pratibha Devisingh Patil at the Ramnarain Ruia College and Welingkar Institute Function |url=https://www.presidentofindia.gov.in/speeches |website=President of India |date=13 March 2012 |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

== Notable alumni ==

WeSchool has a diverse alumni network spanning various industries and organisations. Notable alumni include:<ref name="MBAUniverse"/><ref name="Alumni">{{cite web |title=Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (PGDM) – Alumni |url=https://www.mbauniverse.com/college/mumbaimba/prin-l-n-welingkar-institute-of-management-development-research-weschool-mumbai/alumni |website=MBAUniverse |access-date=6 October 2026}}</ref>

* '''Ajay Vernekar''' – Chief Information Officer, SBI Life Insurance
* '''Ruchi Raj''' – Vice President, HSBC (UK)
* '''Diptii Tiiku''' – Senior Marketing Director, DocuSign, San Francisco
* '''Angshuman Dey''' – Director, KPMG
* '''Tejas Marfatia''' – Partner, Deloitte
* '''Yogesh Gandhi''' – Head of Human Resources, Mahindra & Mahindra (Farm Division)
* '''Nikhil Shimpi''' – Senior Vice President, Tata AIA Life Insurance
* '''Harneet Shetty''' – Senior Specialist, Microsoft
* '''Trisha Singh''' – Senior Vice President, DBS Bank
* '''Ruchir Jain''' – Senior Vice President, IDFC First Bank
* '''Anjesh Vinchurkar''' – General Manager – Supply Chain, L'Oréal
* '''Agnelo Fernandes''' – Centre Director, JLL India
* '''Deepti Bhatia''' – Head – Digital Licensing, Zee Entertainment
* '''Prasad Ghag''' – Global Media Manager, Sanofi, Germany
* '''Lalit Karla''' – Partner, EY
* '''Paurav Padechiya''' – Vice President – Coverage, J.P. Morgan Bank India
* '''Bhavesh Jajoo''' – Joint Vice President, TransUnion CIBIL<ref name="MBAUniverse"/>

== See also ==

* [[Shikshan Prasarak Mandali]]
* [[Ramnarain Ruia College]]
* [[List of business schools in India]]
* [[University of Mumbai]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{Official website|https://www.welingkar.org}}

[[Category:Business schools in Mumbai]]
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1977]]
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Mumbai]]
[[Category:Management education in India]]
[[Category:1977 establishments in Maharashtra]]
[[Category:Business schools in Bengaluru]]
[[Category:Shikshan Prasarak Mandali]]

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