Symbiosis Institute of International Business

What Symbiosis Institute of International Business does

Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) is a private business school located in Pune, India, within the Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park. Constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), SIIB was founded in 1992 as Symbiosis Institute of Foreign Trade (SIFT) and rebranded in 2009 to its current name to reflect a broader international-business scope. The institute delivers three two-year full-time MBA programmes — International Business, Agri Business, and Sustainability Management (formerly Energy & Environment) — serving students seeking specialized management careers in cross-border trade, agricultural value chains, and ESG/sustainability domains. Its admissions funnel runs through the centralized Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) followed by GEPI selection rounds, with a dedicated track for international students.

SIIB's academic infrastructure integrates Bloomberg Terminals (with BMC, BFF, and ESG certifications available), SAP S/4HANA through the SAP University Alliance Programme (modules FICO, MM, SD with joint certification), LSEG/Refinitiv financial data tools, and Grant Thornton's Lean Six Sigma Advanced Green Belt curriculum. The curriculum also uses a Marketplace "Capitalism" simulation spanning six decision rounds, and operates a smart campus that draws ~70% of its energy needs from solar. Library holdings include 17,951 books, 92 periodicals, 242,550+ e-books, and 66,210+ e-journals (as of May 2025,). The institute holds NAAC Grade A++, NBA accreditation (MBA-IB, 2025), and NIRF Rankings 2023 recognition.

SIIB's revenue model is tuition-driven (specific fees not publicly disclosed), supplemented by education loan tie-ups with Bank of Maharashtra, SBI, Axis, IDBI, Bank of India, and Bank of Baroda, plus scholarships for eligible students. Placement activity runs through 30+ corporate recruiters across consulting, FMCG, manufacturing, and financial services. Marketing is conducted via the institute's website, social channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, Facebook), flagship events (AGRISUMMIT, ENECON, Ignisense, SIIB International MUN), and the Symbiosis umbrella brand. The institute is governed within the Symbiosis society/university structure rather than via traditional corporate shareholders, with Dr. Alka Maurya serving as Director and Professor.

Name

Symbiosis Institute of International Business

Legal name

Symbiosis Institute of International Business

Website

https://www.siib.ac.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Symbiosis Institute of International Business offers MBA programs in international business, agri-business, energy, and environment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education / Business School (MBA Programmes)

NAICS

Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHAHAC

Specialized Master’s in Management (MiM) & Business Analytics

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Business Schools & Management Institutes

SECONDARYEDABAFAJ

Enterprise Applications & ERP/CRM (SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Workday)

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Technical & IT Skills Training

SECONDARYEDABAJAN

Valuation, M&A & Corporate Development

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Finance, Accounting & Risk Training

Keywords

• Business school education
• MBA international business
• Management education programs
• Agri-business management
• Sustainability management MBA

Headquarters

HQ city

Pune

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) is a business school offering three specialized two-year, full-time MBA programs: MBA in International Business, MBA in Agri Business, and MBA in Sustainability Management. The institute delivers on-campus postgraduate management education in Pune, complemented by Bloomberg, SAP, and LSEG/Refinitiv tool-based certifications, marketplace business simulations, summer internships, and corporate placement support.

Product overview

Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) is a business school offering three specialized two-year MBA programs: MBA (International Business), MBA (Agri Business), and MBA (Sustainability Management). The institute complements its academic offerings with industry events including AGRISUMMIT, ENECON sustainability conclave, and the ICESAB international conference. SIIB also hosts the annual Ignisense cultural festival and SIIB International MUN student conference.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MBA (International Business)
• MBA (Agri Business)
• MBA (Sustainability Management)

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SAP SE - University Alliance ProgrammecoreTechnology or IntegrationSIIB is a member school of SAP-UAP enabling education on Intelligent Enterprise and experience economy. Students receive training on SAP S/4HANA system with modules including FICO, MM, and SD. Successful participants receive joint certification from SAP UA India and SIIB.
• BloombergcoreTechnology or IntegrationBloomberg Terminals integrated into SIIB's programmes providing real-time financial data, analytics, and news. Students can obtain Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC), Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals (BFF), and ESG certifications enhancing employability in finance.
• Grant Thornton - Lean Six SigmacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrant Thornton's Lean Six Sigma Advanced Green Belt Certification Program for SIIB students. Programme pedagogy designed by industry professionals based on comprehensive market analysis to foster industry readiness.
• London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) / RefinitivcoreTechnology or IntegrationLSEG through Refinitiv India Private Limited provides world-class financial information, advanced analytical tools, and industry-relevant learning resources. Includes technical assistance, online helpdesk, and remote support for students.
• Punjab Renewable Energy Systems Pvt Ltd (PRESPL)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for mutual growth through research, student exchange, and skill development. PRESPL provides industry experts for lectures, workshops, training, and facility access for internships. SIIB provides library resources and infrastructure access.
• Ecube Investment Advisors Pvt LtdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to develop and deliver faculty development and executive education programmes focused on ESG. Design course curriculum and content for sustainability courses, offer internships, and facilitate expert participation in academic events.
• Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint efforts to promote capacity building, research, and industry development through training programmes, certificate courses, joint consulting assignments, and knowledge-sharing initiatives for electronics and software export ecosystem.
• Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC) IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to strengthen India's services exports through capacity building, knowledge creation, and global engagement. Includes organizing training programmes, developing research reports, and hosting national/international events.
• Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCII creates enabling environment for industry development by fostering partnerships between industry, government, and academia. Promotes inclusive economic growth, competitiveness, and future-ready talent through policy advocacy and capacity building.
• BAIF Development Research FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed during AGRISUMMIT 2025 to strengthen industry-academia collaboration through joint research, academic initiatives, and student engagement in agricultural and rural development.
• Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-GeislingenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration with German university for student exchange, joint research, and international exposure in business and sustainability studies.
• Fresenius University of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for international student exchange and collaborative learning in management education.
• Leibniz University HannoverminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic collaboration with German university for research and student exchange programmes.
• RUDN University (Russia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange partnership with Russian university for international collaboration in business education.
• Munich University of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic partnership for student exchange and joint programmes with German university.
• University of British Columbia (UBC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration with Canadian university for international exchange and research partnerships.
• ISEC (Portugal)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic partnership with Portuguese university for student exchange.
• IESEG School of Management (France)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange partnership with French business school for international exposure.
• Ben-Gurion University (Israel)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic collaboration with Israeli university for research and student exchange.
• Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology (SCIT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInter-library loan facility available for SIIB library members to borrow books, journals, and CDs from SCIT.
• Symbiosis Institute of Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInter-library loan facility for borrowing books, journals, and CDs between institutions.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM Pune): Sister institute within Symbiosis International (Deemed University) offering flagship general MBA and other specializations under the same SNAP admissions ecosystem. Directly comparable in admissions, governance, and placement infrastructure to SIIB.
• Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT): Government of India institution specializing in international business, foreign trade, and export-import management. Closest direct competitor to SIIB's flagship MBA-International Business programme in both curriculum and target recruiter base.
• Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD): Another Symbiosis constituent business school, with shared SNAP admissions, overlapping recruiter base, and competing MBA specializations. Operates from the same Pune academic ecosystem as SIIB.
• SP Jain School of Global Management: India-based business school with strong international business, global MBA, and multi-city (Dubai, Singapore, Mumbai) delivery. Comparable as a niche international business-focused MBA provider competing for similar international-track applicants.
• MICA (Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad): Specialized Indian business school focused on strategic marketing, communications, and digital management. Comparable as a niche specialization-led B-school competing for the same high-SNAP-percentile applicant pool.
• XIM Bhubaneswar (Xavier Institute of Management): Private business school offering specialized MBA programmes including sustainability/ rural management tracks. Comparable as a specialization-driven Indian B-school with similar NIRF-tier positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Amity Business School: Large private university group offering multiple MBA specializations including international business and sustainability across multiple campuses. Competes for the same private-B-school applicant segment with broader portfolio reach than SIIB.
• IIM Ahmedabad / IIM Bangalore / IIM Indore: India's premier public business school network, setting the benchmark for management education, recruiter access, and brand value. Establishes the competitive ceiling SIIB competes against for CAT-percentile applicants and corporate recruiter mindshare.
• NMIMS School of Business Management (Mumbai): Large private deemed-university business school offering MBA programmes with strong recruiter relationships in Mumbai. Comparable as a private deemed-university peer with overlapping admissions cycle and corporate placement base.

Others

• Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM Nashik): Constituent Symbiosis business school focused on operations management under the same SIU governance and SNAP admissions architecture. Closely ecosystem-linked peer, useful for benchmarking within the Symbiosis umbrella.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/siibtweets
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@siib
• Facebookfacebook.com/SymbiosisInstituteOfInternationalBusiness
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/symbiosis-institute-of-international-business
• Instagraminstagram.com/siibpune

Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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