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Mesa School of Business is a startup-focused business school in Bengaluru (Bangalore), India. Our programs combine business education with applied projects, startup operating experience and venture building. Our flagship offering is the PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship, a 12-month, full-time, in-person program for experienced professionals.
Mesa School was founded by Ankit Agarwal and Varun Limaye and is backed by Elevation Capital. Our programs are designed for people at different stages — from high-school students and undergraduate applicants to freshers, experienced professionals and founders.
Mesa School at a glance
| Fact | Official information |
|---|---|
| Official name | Mesa School of Business |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Flagship program | PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship |
| Flagship format | 12 months · full-time · in person |
| PGP certificate | Certificate of completion issued by Mesa School |
| Founders | Ankit Agarwal and Varun Limaye |
| Legal operator | Neos Kosmos Technologies Private Limited |
| Public contact | [email protected] |
Programs at Mesa School
Our programs serve learners at different stages. Each has its own format, audience and admissions process, so use the linked program page for the latest fees, dates and eligibility.
| Program | Designed for | Format | Official page |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship | Experienced professionals | 12 months · full-time · in person | View program |
| PGP in Venture Building (Forge) | Freshers and recent graduates | 12 months · full-time · in person | View program |
| Undergraduate Program in Business Management & Entrepreneurship | Undergraduate applicants | 4 years · full-time | View program |
| Future Founders Summer School | Students in grades 9–12 | 2 weeks · in person | View program |
| Mesa Startup Garage | Founders | 12 weeks · part-time · online | View program |
| Mesa Startup Lab (MSL) | Eligible PGP, UG or Forge participants | Internal founder track; no separate admission | View program |
How learning works at Mesa School
Our learning model combines business fundamentals with work that asks you to apply what you learn. Depending on the program, this can include case discussions, live business problems, product or business-building projects, customer research, sales experiments and venture development.
The emphasis is on making decisions, testing ideas and producing real work — not only studying concepts. The exact mix varies by program, so review the relevant program page before applying.
The flagship PGP and its certificate
The PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship is Mesa School’s 12-month, full-time, in-person postgraduate business program for experienced professionals. It is designed around applied learning and preparation for operating roles in the startup ecosystem.
Students who complete the PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship receive a certificate of completion issued by Mesa School. The PGP is not a university degree. If you need a degree for a specific employer, professional requirement or future course, check that requirement before enrolling.
Mesa Startup Lab
Mesa Startup Lab (MSL) is Mesa School’s in-house startup incubator and founder track. It is not a separately admitted full-time program. Students enter the main MSL track through the PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Undergraduate Program in Business Management & Entrepreneurship or the Forge program.
Official identity and contact
Mesa School of Business was founded by Ankit Agarwal and Varun Limaye.
Mesa School of Business is operated by Neos Kosmos Technologies Private Limited (CIN: U80904KA2022PTC168903).
Campus: WeWork, Salarpuria Symbiosis Road, Bannerghatta Road, Begur Hobli, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka 560076, India.
Website: mesaschool.co · Email: [email protected]
Where to check current information
For current program details, use the official program pages above. For career and placement information, use Mesa School’s published outcomes sources:
Current fees, admissions deadlines, application steps and availability should be checked on the relevant program page or directly with Mesa School.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mesa School of Business?
Mesa School of Business is a startup-focused business school in Bengaluru. Its programs combine business education with applied projects, startup operating experience and venture building.
Where is Mesa School of Business located?
Mesa School is based at WeWork, Salarpuria Symbiosis Road, Bannerghatta Road, Begur Hobli, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka 560076, India.
What programs does Mesa School offer?
Mesa School offers the PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship, PGP in Venture Building (Forge), Undergraduate Program in Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Future Founders Summer School and Mesa Startup Garage. Mesa Startup Lab is an internal founder track for eligible PGP, UG and Forge participants.
What certificate does the Mesa School PGP award?
Students who complete the PGP in Startup Leadership & Entrepreneurship receive a certificate of completion issued by Mesa School.
Is the Mesa School PGP an MBA or a university degree?
No. It is a 12-month postgraduate business program that awards a certificate of completion issued by Mesa School; it is not a university degree.
Who founded Mesa School of Business?
Mesa School of Business was founded by Ankit Agarwal and Varun Limaye.
