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Why did Rohan Jain choose to join IIM Ahmedabad after scoring a high GMAT score?

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Devesh Sukhani Posted On : February 15th, 2021
Doctoral (PhD) Candidate in Finance at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (2018-present)

Rohan Jain’s goal had always been to be in IIM Ahmedabad and preparing for CAT. He took preparation for GMAT because the same for CAT was going well. He thought appearing for both examinations would open more openings for a good career so he went forward with his decision. GMAT has a validity of five years and would give the CV an edge over that of other candidates.

He chose to pursue MBA from IIM Ahmedabad instead of a foreign university for the following reasons:

  • Requirement of work experience: Most of the business schools outside India require a minimum work experience. Rohan Jain did not have any work experience at all so it made no sense to him to look towards an uncertain future by not choosing to pursue his degree at IIM Ahmedabad.
  • Diversity in Profile: The highly reputed business schools such as Harvard and Stanford require a lot of diversity in profile. Many IITians and other engineers actually work in the social sector for some years for making a unique profile. The US business schools aim to maintain the diversity in culture by allowing admission to candidates from all countries. Rohan Jain did not want to gamble his future on something that is so outside his control.
  • Job Location: He was not sure if he wanted to work in another country. If he had returned to India after achieving his degree, he is skeptical if the finances would have worked.

He has completed his MBA successfully and did not regret his decision of joining IIM Ahmedabad.

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What is the average package offered at IISWBM for MBA stream?

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Shweta Deb Posted On : September 27th, 2023
IISWBM Kolkata

The average salary package for MBA graduates at IISWBM in 2021 was in the range of Rs. 9-10 lakhs per annum. The average salary package offered to MBA students can vary from year to year. It may depend on various factors, including the industry, the student's specialization, their academic performance, and the overall economic conditions at the time of placement.

IISWBM has experienced a boom in placement over the past few years. In this year all industries saw a placement rate of 96% overall. The institute also provides summer internship possibilities in addition to placement. Doing practice interviews gives students preparation for placements.

The companies that often visit for recruitment are TATA, Aditya Birla Group Reliance Industries Limited, Deloitte, EY, PWC, Hindustan Unilever Limited, HSBC, Asian Paints, and HDFC Bank.

The placement details are mentioned below:

Particulars

NIT Srinagar

Highest Salary 2023

INR 18 LPA

Average Salary 2023

INR 9-10 LPA

Top recruiters

TATA, Aditya Birla Group Reliance Industries Limited, Deloitte

So, the average package offered for an MBA in IISWBM Kolkata is significantly lower than your expectations or industry standards, it's indeed a crucial factor to consider when deciding on pursuing the program at that institution. A low average package can have implications for your return on investment (ROI) and your overall career prospects.

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Is the MBA program at Shiv Nadar University any good?

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Devanshi Chowdhury Posted On : September 7th, 2022
B.M.S from Shiv Nadar University

The MBA program at Shiv Nadar University is good. The course structure adheres to the need of the industry. Professors connect teaching with real-time problems in the management sector. The institute encourages start-up ideas and entrepreneurship ventures. 

Shiv Nadar University placements are great for MBA. During 2022 placement drive, the MBA students received an average package of INR 8.40 LPA. 

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Which is better between MBA from IGNOU or Symbiosis distance?

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Aditri Sinha Posted On : May 25th, 2022
MBA Human Resources, Indira Gandhi National Open University

IGNOU is better for an MBA compared to Symbiosis distance. The course work is challenging. It’s not easy to clear papers unless you go through the study materials thoroughly. The curriculum is a bit old but it’s effective. 

If you are hard-working and have relevant work experience, you can get recruitment opportunities after doing your MBA. IGNOU MBA is even valid for PhD/Govt. jobs too. 

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Is the PGDM program from NMIMS worth it? Or should I opt for a regular distance MBA from SMUDE?

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Utsav Kamra Posted On : March 9th, 2023
Indian Institute of Management, Kashipur

Some of the prominent features of the NMIMS blended learning program include online weekend lectures, access to best-in-class content, academic excellence, case studies and assignments for every subject, accreditation, and recognition by UGC-DEB AICTE, online exams and submissions, personal contact sessions, student portal updates, and industry acceptance ratio.

It is essential to choose wisely when selecting a program. Consider your personal preferences and needs, as well as the offerings of each institute. With a blended learning experience and strong industry acceptance ratio, NMIMS is a great option to consider, especially for those who wish to pursue certification courses.

If you are considering business schools, then NMIMS Mumbai should be among your top choices as it is considered to be one of the best in the country.

It is worth noting that, in my experience, distance MBA programs are not as effective as in-person programs. While you may learn 50% of the material from academics, the other 50% comes from interacting and learning from your peers. In-person programs provide more opportunities for peer learning, which can be difficult to replicate in distance MBA programs.

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What is average salary for freshers from MBA marketing program?

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Akriti Gupta Posted On : July 13th, 2023
lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Isenberg is an AACSB-accredited institution, offers premium education to its students. The Isenberg MBA program in Marketing offers a perfect blend of general business and marketing elective courses to ensure achieving certain educational goals. This program also inculcates managerial skills and business knowledge that are crucial in understanding the global economy. The placement statistics of Isenberg have been tabulated for further reference 

Isenberg Placement Highlights 2021

Success Rate (within 6 months of graduation)

95%

Mean Yearly Salary

$60,241

Median Yearly Salary

$62,000

Top 3 Industries

Accounting, financial services, and technology/science

Full-Time Employment Rate

72.7%

Top Employment Location

Massachusetts

Top Employers

Amazon, Oracle, IBM, Deloitte, KPMG, Citigroup, Dell EMC, PwC, BDO USA

In all, the Isenberg School Of Management, Umass Amherst offers an average salary of $124,620 The usual salary bracket received by the students of this college is $108,137-$143,451. However, it’s important to note that these salaries depend on a number of factors like the nature of the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills and education level.

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Is an MBA from Thapar University good for a career point of view?

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Dhruv Chowdhury Posted On : August 3rd, 2023
studied at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (2020)

Yes, an MBA from Thapar University is worth considering from a career point of view. Established in 1956, Thapar University is one of the leading institutes in the field of higher education. Its Business School has churned out a number of managers pursuing successful careers who are well aware of the recent trends in the corporate world. Students are offered intriguing profiles and packages by top companies like TCS, Nestle, etc. Here is the detailed placement scenario

Number of Recruiters

77

Highest Salary 

INR 21.35 LPA

Average Salary

INR 7 LPA

Top Recruiters

S&P Global, American Express, Deloitte, EY, Nestle, Zomato, TCS

One of my close friends completed her MBA from Thapar University recently and got placed in TCS. She loved the curriculum and pedagogy and was highly satisfied with the placement too. So, yes, Thapar University MBA is a great choice from a career point of view. 

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What are the total marks for BAAT exam which will be conducted by BITS Pilani for MBA?

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Deepshikha Roy Posted On : March 22nd, 2023
studied at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

The Business Analytics Aptitude Test (BAAT) will be held on April 02, 2023 for admission to MBA in Business Analytics Programme of BITS Pilani. Based on score in BAAT, candidates will be shortlisted for further rounds of GD/PI/WAT/Extempore.

BAAT total marks are 390. The paper pattern is as follows

Section

Marks

Math

120

Physics

120

Chemistry

90

Reasoning

60

English

30

Total Marks

390

BAAT is a highly competitive exam and has both subjective and objective questions. Also, there is no negative mark for wrong answers.

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Which would be better: a PGD course at the IIM Ahmedabad or a master's in management at London Business School?

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Vishek Mishra Posted On : March 3rd, 2022
MBA from Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad

One of my friends was in a similar situation a few years back. After taking to the faculties of LBS, he decided to join the IIM Ahmedabad PGD course. Here are the reasons why. 

  • Masters in Management is a new course and doesn’t have much industry recognition. So, there aren’t many placement opportunities.
  • Be it academics or placements, MiM students stay in the shadow of MBA students. It is not a good option if you have an ambitious career plan. 
  • MiM at LBS costs a lot and there aren’t many scholarship options available. Many MiM students choose to do an MBA later, which just doubles the cost.
  • US has a vis permit issue for the non-Europeans, which makes it difficult to secure a job after graduation. Many students come back to India after completing their degrees.

When it comes to management education, IIM A is the best there is. Even a diploma for IIM A will have more value in India compared to a MiM from LBS. 

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How good is IIT KGP MBA?

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Senjuti Gupta Posted On : March 22nd, 2023
studied at IIT Kgp

One can judge the worth and credibility of a Brand, Affiliation, Faculty, Return on investment, Infrastructure, Industry Linkage, Location, and Placements. I have done the same through my answer and hope that it clears away all your doubts regarding IIT KGP MBA.

Brand: The IIT tag is more than enough to make any course pursued worthy and credible.

Faculty: IIT Kharagpur's faculty pool is known to have the best professors, especially in Operations and Finance courses. 

Pedagogy: The teaching methodology adopted to impart the course content is a case-based approach that ensures a better understanding of real-life business problems.

ROI: IIT KGP MBA fees are around 9 Lakhs and are lesser in comparison to top B Schools. Therefore the ROI is also higher.

Infrastructure: IIT Kharagpur boasts top-notch infrastructure, with excellent amenities like sports facilities, a gymnasium, a big library, and a huge campus.

Industry relevance: Most professors conduct research/ consulting work for corporations, so you can get their help during live projects or Internship hunting. 

Guest visits: IIT KGP witnesses a number of guest lectures and corporate meets and the college has managed to invite guest faculties and industry experts on campus.

Location: IIT Kharagpur has a very poor location and thus many top recruiters do not visit the campus despite it being an IIT.

Placements: Placements depend upon a lot of factors like work experience, nature of the experience, economic scenario for that year, etc. 

VGSOM IIT Kharagpur has recorded 100% placements in 2022. All 97 students who opted for placements were placed during VGSOM placements in 2022. Further, the highest and average packages offered during VGSOM IIT Kharagpur placements 2022 were INR 31.98 LPA and INR 19.36 LPA, respectively.

In conclusion, the MBA course at IIT Kharagpur is pretty decent and can be considered given the ROI.

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