Indian School of Business & Finance

What Indian School of Business & Finance does

Indian School of Business & Finance (ISBF) is a private, New Delhi-based educational institution founded in 2006 and registered under Vivekanand Infotech & Training Pvt. Ltd. It operates as a Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London, delivering eight BSc (Hons) undergraduate programmes with academic direction from three top-tier UK institutions: the London School of Economics (LSE) directs six programmes across Economics, Economics & Finance, Economics & Management, Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, and Data Science & Business Analytics; King's College London directs Psychology; and Brunel University London directs the newly launched Artificial Intelligence programme (announced 2026). All degrees are awarded by the University of London.

ISBF's core technology stack is the LSE Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle-based VLE), supplemented by the University of London Online Library, LSE LIFE digital skills resources, TalkCampus mental health app, and Careers Connect platform — providing ISBF students with the same digital academic infrastructure used by LSE undergraduates in London. The platform supports lecture recordings, interactive quizzes, discussion forums, online assignment submission, plagiarism detection, and access to thousands of academic journals.

The business model is recurring annual tuition subscription for full-time 3-year undergraduate programmes delivered on the Jasola campus, supplemented by revenue from pre-university Young Leaders Hub programmes (summer schools, bootcamps, interschool events) and scholarship-funded LSE Summer School pathways. Tuition is supported by up to 50% merit/need/ECA-based scholarships, with the institution reporting 1,000+ alumni, 70% progression to top-tier masters programmes, and graduate salary outcomes of INR 10 LPA average and INR 20 LPA highest. Go-to-market is sales-led via a multi-stage admission funnel (iMET entrance test weighted 50%, personal interview 30%, Class XII score 20%) plus school-level outreach workshops and campus ambassador programmes. International pathways — LSE 2nd-year transfers, Mountbatten Institute 12-month London/New York placements, and LSE Summer School scholarships — provide global mobility optionality that distinguishes ISBF from domestic-only Indian private colleges.

Name

Indian School of Business & Finance

Legal name

Indian School of Business & Finance (ISBF) registered under Vivekanand Infotech & Training Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://isbf.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ISBF is a New Delhi-based Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London delivering eight BSc (Hons) undergraduate programmes with academic direction from LSE, King's College London, and Brunel University London to Class 12 graduates seeking globally recognised UK-quality degrees in India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Programme Tuition: ISBF charges tuition fees for its undergraduate degree programmes delivered under University of London framework with academic direction from LSE, King's College London, and Brunel University London. Students receive University of London degrees upon completion.
2. LSE Summer School Programme: Revenue generated from LSE Summer School participation. ISBF students receive 40% discount on tuition for two courses over six weeks (approximately £2,000 savings). Single-course enrollment receives 15% discount. Two full scholarships covering tuition and accommodation are awarded annually.
3. Mountbatten Institute Work Placement: Affiliation with Mountbatten Institute provides 12-month international work placement opportunities in London and New York for graduates. Students work at Fortune 500 firms with tier 5 visa sponsorship.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ISBF is a Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London delivering undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree programmes in Economics, Economics & Finance, Economics & Management, Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, Data Science & Business Analytics, Psychology, and Artificial Intelligence at its New Delhi campus. Academic direction is provided by the London School of Economics (LSE), King's College London, and Brunel University London, with all degrees awarded by the University of London.

Product overview

ISBF is a Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London offering a portfolio of seven LSE-directed and one KCL-directed undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree programmes (Economics, Economics & Finance, Economics & Management, Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, Data Science & Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Psychology). The institution also offers a Young Leaders Hub with pre-university programmes, access to the LSE Virtual Learning Environment, LSE Summer School, Mountbatten Institute international work placements, and a 2nd Year Transfer pathway to LSE. Degrees are awarded by the University of London with academic direction from LSE or King's College London. ISBF does not offer a product in the traditional SaaS sense; all offerings are educational programmes and associated student services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• B.Sc. (Hons) Artificial Intelligence An undergraduate AI degree with academic direction from Brunel University London, awarded by the University of London. Covers computing, mathematics, machine learning, data science, deep learning, generative AI, and ethical AI governance, with an AI Mentorship Board and on-campus AI Lab.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Economics A quantitative economics undergraduate degree with academic direction from LSE, building foundations in economic theory, econometrics, quantitative modelling, and financial systems for careers in consulting, policy, research, and finance.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Economics & Finance An analytically rigorous undergraduate economics and finance programme integrating economics, finance, statistics, and modelling to build analytical capability for investment banking, financial markets, consulting, and analytics careers.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Economics & Management An LSE-directed undergraduate programme covering economics and management through accounting, international business, marketing, finance, and management concepts equivalent to a BBA.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Accounting & Finance An LSE-directed undergraduate programme covering accounting and finance through financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance, valuation, and securities analysis.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Business & Management A globally aligned undergraduate programme integrating business strategy, economics, finance, psychology, data analysis, and innovation to prepare students for consulting, entrepreneurship, finance, and global business leadership.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Data Science & Business Analytics An LSE-directed undergraduate programme covering data science and business analytics including mathematical methods, statistics, information systems management, business analytics modelling, prediction, statistical methods for market research, and machine learning.
• B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology A University of London degree programme with academic direction from King's College London, enriched content from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), covering research design, statistics, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, mental health policy, and AI in psychology.
• Mountbatten Institute 1-Year International Work Placement ISBF's affiliation with Mountbatten Institute providing graduates with 12-month international work placements in London and New York, with Tier 5 visa sponsorship, host organization placement in financial services, tech, and global information sectors, and access to a global alumni network of 8,000+ members.
• LSE Summer School Programme An annual summer programme at LSE in London for EMFSS students, offering courses across accounting, business, economics, finance, and more. ISBF receives two full scholarships annually covering tuition and accommodation; EMFSS students receive 40% tuition discount for two courses over six weeks.
• 2nd Year Transfer Programme to LSE A pathway that enables top ISBF students to transfer to the London School of Economics for second-year completion, with 15 transfer offers in 7 years including scholarship opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15 LSE transfer offers in 7 years including full scholarships
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Brunel University LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Brunel University London provides academic direction for ISBF's BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence programme. Brunel is a leading UK technical university. Degree is awarded by University of London. Features AI Mentorship Board with industry practitioners.
• King's College London (KCL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024KCL provides academic direction for ISBF's BSc Psychology programme with enriched content from Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN). KCL ranked 8th in Europe and 38th globally in QS 2025.
• School of Open Learning, University of DelhiflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Students can opt for parallel pathway leading to UGC-recognized degree through School of Open Learning, University of Delhi. This enables dual degrees from University of London and Delhi University. Faculty support provided for SOL examinations.
• LSE Eden Centre for Education EnhancementcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024LSE Eden Centre conducts regular workshops on Teaching, Learning and Assessment for ISBF faculty members. Training ensures academic delivery meets highest international standards and aligns with LSE pedagogy.
• LSE Summer SchoolflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024LSE offers two full scholarships annually to ISBF undergraduate students for Summer School covering tuition and accommodation. EMFSS students receive 40% discount on tuition for two courses. Credit towards degree available.
• Mountbatten InstituteflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2011ISBF affiliated with Mountbatten Institute since 2011, providing 1-year international work placements in London and New York. Students work at Fortune 500 firms including Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Barclays. Global alumni network of 8,000+.
• University of London (UOL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009ISBF is a Recognized Teaching Centre of University of London since 2009. UOL awards degrees developed by LSE and other leading institutions. Students receive globally recognized UOL degrees while studying at ISBF in India.
• London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009LSE provides academic direction for ISBF's EMFSS programmes (Economics, Management, Finance, and Social Sciences). LSE is ranked 1st in UK and 6th globally in QS World University Rankings 2024. ISBF is one of LSE's top Teaching Institutions.
• Nirwana AIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAI Mentorship Board member for BSc (Hons) AI programme, providing industry practitioners including founders and experts for student mentorship in artificial intelligence.
• MilanaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAI Mentorship Board member for BSc (Hons) AI programme, providing industry practitioners for student mentorship in artificial intelligence domain.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SP Jain School of Global Management: Indian-headquartered business school with multiple international campuses (Dubai, Singapore, Sydney, Mumbai). Comparable to ISBF in offering Indian students a globally-oriented business/management education with international pathway options.
• FLAME University: Indian private liberal arts university offering economics, business, and management programmes with a global orientation. Directly comparable to ISBF in its focus on economics/business undergraduate education and similar target student profile.
• O.P. Jindal Global University: Indian private research university with multiple international partnerships and a global curriculum focus. Comparable to ISBF in targeting top Indian students with international-quality education and in serving a premium tuition segment.
• Ashoka University: Premier Indian private liberal arts university targeting top Indian students seeking world-class education with a global outlook. Comparable in mission, premium positioning, and target student segment (Class 12 graduates seeking international-quality undergraduate education in India).

Broad incumbents

• Christ University: Indian private deemed university with a strong focus on undergraduate business, economics, and social science programmes. Comparable in undergraduate target audience and programme mix, though significantly larger in student and faculty scale than ISBF.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Large Indian private university with multiple campuses and global programme partnerships. Comparable as a broader Indian private higher education institution with international orientation, though substantially larger and more diversified than ISBF.
• Symbiosis International University: Large Indian private university with international programmes and a wide portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate offerings. Comparable as a broader Indian private higher education competitor, though substantially larger in scale than ISBF.
• BITS Pilani: Indian private technical university competing for top Indian students with strong STEM and management programmes. Comparable in targeting top-tier Indian students and in premium positioning, though focused on engineering and science rather than social sciences.

Others

• Mountbatten Institute: Direct partner of ISBF providing 12-month international work placements in London and New York. Related as a key channel partner that delivers part of ISBF's value proposition; not a competitor but an ecosystem participant that could independently expand its India pipeline.
• University of London Worldwide: Parent awarding body that grants ISBF's degrees and operates its own global distance-learning programmes. Related as the framework under which ISBF operates; potential substitute if students opt for UOL direct online study instead of ISBF on-campus delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/isbf.edu.in
• Xx.com/isbf
• Facebookfacebook.com/isbf.uol

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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