LPU Online MBA in Marketing is a 2-year, UGC-DEB approved and NAAC A++ accredited postgraduate degree delivered 100% online. Total programme fee is ₹48,000/semester (~₹1.92 lakh total). No entrance exam required. Covers Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, CRM, and Sales Management. Graduates work as Digital Marketing Managers, Brand Managers, and CMOs, with entry-level salaries of ₹3.5–6 LPA rising to ₹35+ LPA at CMO level.
2-Year Online MBA | UGC-DEB Approved | NAAC A++ | WES Recognised | No Entrance Exam | ₹48,000/Semester
LPU's Online MBA in Marketing is a two-year postgraduate programme that develops skills in marketing strategy, consumer behaviour, digital marketing, brand management, sales management, and market research. The programme combines core business management concepts with industry-relevant marketing skills, helping learners build strong analytical, communication, and leadership capabilities.
India's digital advertising industry is projected to cross ₹50,000 crore by 2026 and businesses across every sector are competing for marketing talent that understands both traditional brand strategy and modern digital channels. LPU's MBA in Marketing is built to produce exactly that kind of professional.
Graduates can explore opportunities in digital marketing, brand management, advertising, sales, market research, and CRM across a wide range of industries — with the flexibility of fully online learning and dedicated career support throughout the programme.
100% Online via Smart LMS with mobile app (live + recorded)
No entrance exam — direct merit-based admission
No-cost EMI from ₹6,733/month (24-month plan)
Digital Marketing as a core second-year subject — not an afterthought
Jai Jawan Scholarship — 100% tuition waiver for active defence personnel
Why Choose LPU Online MBA in Marketing?
Marketing professionals with digital skills command starting packages 20–30% higher than those with only traditional marketing knowledge, rising to a 40–50% premium at senior levels. LPU's MBA in Marketing is built to deliver exactly those digital-integrated skills.
Digital Marketing as a Core Subject, Not an Elective
Unlike general MBA programmes where digital marketing is a minor add-on, LPU's Marketing specialisation places Digital and Social Media Marketing and Customer Relationship Management as core second-year subjects — directly improving placement outcomes in digital-first companies.
AI-Ready Marketing Curriculum
The 2025–26 curriculum includes exposure to modern performance marketing tools, marketing analytics platforms, and AI-assisted content and campaign tools — preparing graduates for the digital-first marketing landscape that every employer now expects.
Consumer Behaviour + Data-Backed Decision Making
The curriculum combines Consumer Behaviour, Business Analytics, and Research Methodology — building the ability to make marketing decisions from data, not just intuition. This combination separates strategic marketers from tactical ones.
Capstone Project — Real Marketing Strategy Work
The programme concludes with a Capstone Project in Semester 4 — a real or simulated marketing strategy problem that becomes a strong portfolio piece for job interviews.
Placement and Career Assistance
LPU's placement cell provides resume building, interview preparation, mock interviews, alumni networking support, and access to 2,225+ recruiting companies across e-commerce, banking, fintech, FMCG, tech, and education sectors.
Program Overview: LPU Online MBA in Marketing
The programme is structured across 4 semesters. Year 1 builds your management foundation. Year 2 goes deep into marketing-specific subjects where this degree separates itself from a general MBA.
Year 1 strengthens core business administration concepts. Year 2 focuses entirely on advanced marketing education with modern strategies, digital tools, and skills covering the full spectrum of marketing leadership.
Semester 1 — Management Foundations
Financial Reporting, Statements and Analysis
Managerial Economics
International Business Environment
Marketing Management
Organisational Behaviour & Human Resource Dynamics
Communication for Leaders
Semester 2 — Core Business Management
Corporate Finance
Operations Management & Research
Business Analytics
Research Methodology
Legal Aspects of Business
Semester 3 — Marketing Specialisation
Consumer Behaviour
Digital and Social Media Marketing
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Corporate Strategy and Entrepreneurship
Generic Elective I
Seminar on Summer Training / Generic Elective
Semester 4 — Advanced Marketing & Capstone
Sales and Distribution Management
Integrated Marketing Communication
Services Marketing
Generic Elective II
Capstone Project
Eligibility Criteria
No entrance exam required. Admission is direct and merit-based — accessible to candidates without competitive exam pressure.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university (minimum 50% aggregate), OR
Company Secretary (CS) from ICSI, OR
Chartered Accountancy (CA) from ICAI, OR
Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from ICAI
No work experience required — fresh graduates and experienced professionals both qualify
No CAT, MAT, LPUNEST, XAT, or any other entrance exam required
Final year graduation students can apply provisionally
How to Apply — Admission Process
LPU runs two admission sessions per year — January and July. Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply early for popular specialisations.
Step-by-Step Process
1
Register on lpuonline.com and pay the non-refundable ₹600 registration fee to create your account.
2
Fill the application form with personal and academic details. Upload required documents (graduation certificate, marksheets, ID proof) and pay the first semester programme fee within the timeline.
3
Receive provisional student registration and LMS login credentials via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
4
LPU verifies your documents. On successful verification, admission is formally confirmed and full LMS access is unlocked.
Our counsellors ensure:
Fill out the enquiry form on EduCollege — our counsellors will contact you within 24 hours.
For the July 2026 session, the last date was 10 May 2026. Check the portal for the next intake window.
Fee Structure: LPU Online MBA in Marketing
Fee TypeAmountNote
Indian & SAARC — Program Fee/Semester₹48,000
Indian & SAARC — Exam Fee/Semester₹2,000
African Countries — Program Fee/SemesterUS$ 600
African Countries — Exam Fee/SemesterUS$ 25
Other International — Program Fee/SemesterUS$ 2,250
Credit card EMI in 3, 6, 9, or 12-month tenures for additional flexibility
Merit Scholarship — based on graduation percentage
Jai Jawan Scholarship — 100% tuition waiver for active defence personnel (2025–26 & 2026–27)
Total investment ~₹1.92 lakhs. LPU delivers NAAC A++ + NIRF #27 University ranking at the lower end of the online MBA market. Manipal Online: ₹1.75–2.0 lakh; NMIMS: ₹3.5–4.5 lakh; BITS Pilani: ₹3.95 lakh for comparable degrees.
Who Should Pursue LPU Online MBA in Marketing?
This programme is built for:
Marketing Professionals
Already working in marketing but want to move from execution to strategy? This MBA gives you formal credentials and strategic frameworks — Consumer Behaviour, Integrated Marketing Communication, Brand Management — to lead campaigns and teams.
Working Professionals in Any Sector
Any professional looking to pivot into or advance within marketing. Study online while continuing to earn — a direct financial advantage over full-time campus MBAs that require a 2-year career break.
Fresh Graduates
An MBA in Marketing from LPU (NAAC A++, NIRF #27) gives you business management depth alongside domain-specific marketing skills — a combination most bachelor's degree holders lack.
Sales Executives & Business Development Professionals
Transition into marketing management or leadership roles. Sales and Distribution Management, CRM, and Strategic Marketing are built into the curriculum.
Entrepreneurs & Career Switchers
Structured knowledge of brand-building, customer acquisition, digital marketing, and consumer behaviour — without a full-time campus commitment.
Salary & Career Outcomes: LPU Online MBA in Marketing
Marketing is one of the most resilient career tracks in India. Every company, from funded startups to large corporates, needs marketers who understand both brand strategy and digital execution.
The program enhances:
Entry Level (0–3 Years) — Marketing Executive, Digital Marketing Executive, Social Media Executive — ₹3.5–6 LPA
Digital Skills Premium: 20–30% higher salary at entry level; 40–50% premium at senior levels
Graduates typically move into roles such as:
Marketing Executive / Digital Marketing Executive Social Media Manager Product Marketing Manager Brand Manager Content Marketing Manager Growth Marketing Manager Marketing Director Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Top hiring sectors: E-commerce (Myntra, Amazon, Flipkart), Fintech & BFSI (HDFC Bank, Axis Bank), EdTech (Scaler, Intellipaat), FMCG, SaaS & Technology, and Advertising/Media Agencies. LPU online MBA graduates' highest package: ₹11.6 LPA; median: ₹6 LPA; 90%+ find employment after degree.
Key Hiring Partners
LPU Online MBA graduates gain access to opportunities across e-commerce, banking, fintech, EdTech, technology, and service industries via 2,225+ recruiting companies.
Myntra
HDFC Bank
Scaler
Intellipaat
Planet Spark
Cvent
Offered by
LPU Online — Courses, Fees & Admission 2026
Course: MBA in Marketing Management
What's New?
LPU Online MBA 2026 admissions open — January & July intakes now live.
EduTeam March 10, 2026 Read in 2 minutes
LPU ranked #32 by NIRF 2024 — among India's top 35 universities.
EduTeam Feb 20, 2026 Read in 2 minutes
Student Reviews
4.2
4.2 out of 5
118 reviews
5 Star
52%
4 Star
28%
3 Star
12%
2 Star
5%
1 Star
3%
Promoted within six months
I enrolled in LPU Online MBA while working full-time as an accounts executive in Delhi. Live weekend sessions were genuinely useful — real faculty interaction. The Finance specialisation covered topics directly applicable to my job. I got promoted to Senior Accounts Manager within six months of completing the first year.
Rohit Sharma
LPU Online MBA (Finance), 2024 Batch
Not sure which course fits you?
Try our ROI-based Course Finder tool to discover the best courses for your career goals.
Don't just pick a course. Build a career. Our expert counsellors help you navigate the right programme for your goals.
Yes. The programme is UGC-DEB approved, AICTE approved, NAAC A++ accredited, and WES recognised — the same legal standing as a regular MBA. At ₹1.92 lakh total, it is significantly more affordable than campus MBAs. For working professionals and Tier 2/3 city students, it is one of the most cost-effective routes to a credible marketing management degree from a NIRF #27 ranked university.