Privacy Policy
Important: Online MBA Study is an independent educational advisory platform operated by Giftingmind Industries. We are not a university, college, or degree-granting institution. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use your personal data when you use our website or contact us for MBA counselling services.
Who We Are
Online MBA Study (onlinembastudy.in) is an independent online MBA advisory and admission assistance platform. We are operated by Giftingmind Industries, a business entity registered and operating from Pune, Maharashtra, India.
We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially representing NMIMS, Amity University, DY Patil University, or any other university or educational institution. All university names and logos remain the property of their respective owners.
Registered Address: S.No. 51, Plot No. 4, Lane No. 10, Opposite New Poona Bakery, Maharana Pratap Chowk, Bhairav Nagar, Dhanori Road, Vishrantwadi, Pune – 411015, Maharashtra, India.
Data We Collect
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it — primarily through the lead enquiry and counselling forms on our website. The data we collect includes:
Information You Provide Directly
- Full name
- Mobile number / phone number
- Email address
- City and state of residence
- Highest educational qualification
- Work experience and current profession
- MBA specialization interest and program preferences
- Budget range for education investment
- Preferred callback time and university preference
Information Collected Automatically
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Pages visited, time spent on site, and referral source
- Clicks on CTAs, buttons, and form interactions
- UTM parameters from advertising campaigns (Google Ads, etc.)
We do not collect payment information, bank details, or any financial data. No fees are charged directly on this website.
How We Use Your Data
We use the personal data you provide solely for the following purposes:
- To contact you for free MBA counselling and advisory sessions via phone, WhatsApp, SMS, or email
- To provide personalised program comparisons and recommendation reports
- To assist you with the admission enquiry or application process for online MBA programs
- To send relevant educational information, updates, and resources related to online MBA programs
- To improve our website, content, and advisory services based on usage analytics
- To measure and optimise advertising campaign performance (Google Ads, remarketing)
- To comply with applicable laws and regulations
We will never sell your personal data to third parties for commercial marketing purposes unrelated to MBA education advisory services.
Data Sharing & Disclosure
Your data may be shared with the following parties strictly on a need-to-know basis and only for purposes aligned with your original consent:
Educational Partners
With your consent, we may share your contact information and academic profile with authorised admission representatives of NMIMS, Amity University, DY Patil University, or other listed universities so they can contact you directly regarding program enquiries.
Technology & Analytics Platforms
- Google Analytics & Google Ads — for website traffic analysis and advertising measurement
- HubSpot — for CRM, lead management, and counselling workflow
- Google Tag Manager — for managing tracking codes
- Meta Pixel (if activated) — for social media remarketing
Legal Obligations
We may disclose your data if required by law, court order, or regulatory authority in India.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for unrelated commercial purposes.
Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and support our advertising. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function correctly, including form submissions and page navigation
- Analytics Cookies: Collected via Google Analytics to understand visitor behaviour and improve content
- Advertising Cookies: Used by Google Ads and potentially Meta for remarketing and conversion tracking
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and session information
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Continuing to use our website constitutes acceptance of our cookie practices.
Your Rights
You have the following rights with respect to your personal data held by us:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for communications at any time by contacting us
- Right to Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications via the opt-out link in emails or by contacting us directly
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admissions@onlinembastudy.in. We will respond within a reasonable time, typically within 7–14 business days.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to university websites, accreditation body pages, or other external resources. These websites have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our website is hosted on a secure server with HTTPS encryption. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
In the event of a data breach that may affect your rights and interests, we will notify you in accordance with applicable laws.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 years and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately at admissions@onlinembastudy.in and we will take prompt action to delete such information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal data, please reach out to us:
- Brand: Online MBA Study (operated by Giftingmind Industries)
- Address: S.No. 51, Plot No. 4, Lane No. 10, Opposite New Poona Bakery, Maharana Pratap Chowk, Bhairav Nagar, Dhanori Road, Vishrantwadi, Pune – 411015, Maharashtra, India
- Phone: +91 97621 98459
- Email: admissions@onlinembastudy.in
- Email: info@giftingminds.in