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Is it possible to reschedule an Interview at IIM, Bangalore or IIM, Calcutta?
Yes, it is possible to reschedule an interview at IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta or any other IIM. If you can’t attend the interview, for some reason, you can write a mail and request them to give you another interview slot. You should explain the reason and attach proof with the mail. For example, if your semester examination dates are clashing with the interview date, you should attach the examination schedule with the mail.
For valid reasons, they agree to reschedule.
Which has a greater career impact, EGMP certification from IIM Bangalore or Executive MBA (WX) from NMIMS?
For EGMP certification from IIM Bangalore, you must have at least 5 years of experience, and the entire course fee is 6,76,000. The course is designed for working professionals who have not been exposed to many pivotal corporate shifts and want to broaden their managerial skills. The same would apply to an Executive MBA from NMIMS that requires a minimum of 3 years of work experience. Although there is a significant difference between the fees, it should not affect your choice if you’re planning on pursuing executive education. The brand image may not influence the chances of your success in the industry after working for more than 5 years. Still, it could definitely provide you with the right kind of assistance. So, in my opinion, you should go for IIM certification.
Which institute is better for a PhD in economics (in terms of exposure, curriculum, study methods, etc.), IIM Ahmedabad or IIM Bangalore?
IIM is a brand in itself. IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore are prestigious institutes.
Both are equally good for a Phd in Economics. You may choose either of the two for your higher studies. You can also consider Jamia Millia Islamia for a Phd. A Phd. from this college is also highly valued.
Look into the research interests of the faculty while making a choice. This is the most important factor that you should consider while choosing a college for your Phd.
Both IIMA and IIMB are a good choice for your higher studies. You must choose between them based on your goals.
How much work experience is required to get an interview call from IIM Bangalore?
As per the admission trends of IIM Bangalore, almost every student stands a chance of getting interview calls. Here is the work-experience profile of PGPBA 2021 in batch.
| Work Experience in months | Number of students |
| No experience | 18 |
| <13 months of experience | 8 |
| 13-24 months of experience | 9 |
| 25-36 months of experience | 7 |
| 37-48 months of experience | 2 |
| Above 48 months of experience | 1 |
So, the above statistics back up the fact that every aspirant has chances of getting interview calls. IIM Bangalore puts more emphasis on the quality of work experience in relevant sectors, CAT percentile, and past academic performance, rather than years of experience.
How good is the incubation center at NSRCEL based out of IIM Bangalore?
The incubation center at NSRCEL comprises professionals who are well-versed in the art of entrepreneurship. They will be your mentors throughout the program. They will not only teach you the basics of startups but render their insights and opinions on your startup idea. Also, you will have the privilege to avail world-class facilities of IIM Bangalore. That combined with the masterminds makes it an amazing learning experience overall.
You get to interact with other startups also. This is a good opportunity to identify the shortcomings of your idea.
What are the placement prospects for one pursuing PGP from IIM Bangalore with 7 years of work experience in PSU?
- Candidates with 0-2 years of work experience are good for finals but have few chances in laterals. Preferred in marketing, finance, and top consulting positions (for the brightest).
- Candidates with (2-3.5) years of professional experience are excellent for laterals and finals. Preferred in all situations, including consulting.
- Candidates with (3.5-4.5) years of work experience: Good for laterals, with an average chance of making it to the finals (but good for average consulting roles and relevant experience)
- Candidates with 4.5+ years of work experience have a poor chance of making it to the finals, except for relevant experience and some consulting roles, and a mixed chance of making it to the laterals ( some might end up getting good, for some, it might be average)
It is determined by the candidate's profile, achievements, type of work experience, GPA (DML list), networking, communication skills, the nature and demand of the recruiting company, the job market, availability, and so on.
Prospects for 7 years of work-ex are now available. With that, you should be prepared to explain its alignment with your career goals during the shortlisting process. Some startups do offer opportunities to talented students with extensive work experience. Getting on the DML list increases your chances of success everywhere. You should have place com people on your side. If you believe that these things are difficult for you, try taking sabbaticals/study leaves (if you work in a PSU) and evaluating later. You will almost certainly be assigned here. The placement's quality cannot be guaranteed.
How is IIM Bangalore PGPEM different from EPGP or PGP program? What are the global rankings and accreditations for these programs?
At IIMB, the EPGP program is a full-time MBA program that is accredited by EQUIS and AACSB and it is even ranked at 33 in the Global MBA ranking list. PGP is a full-time 2-year program ranked in the top 20 programs in the World in the Master in Management category. You will find the PGPEM program is quite an executive correspondence course ranked among the top 100 in the executive education category. Only the EPGP and the PGP offer you placement at senior and junior positions respectively.
Here I'm briefly mentioning the Major Highlights of IIM Bangalore.
| Parameters | IIM Bangalore |
| Tuition Fee | INR 23 LPA |
| Placement Average | 100% |
| Average Package | INR 13.74 LPA |
Hope this answered your question.
Which is a better option, study for an MBA at IIM Bangalore or start working at Google?
A job is a decision that should be based on the quality of the people you will be working with, which is impossible to determine. Any brand becomes a difficult place to work if your boss or colleagues are not rational and logical in their approach and vice versa. Job is something you can change depending on your desire and aptitude for work.
IIM Bangalore is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and brand. Education always gives wings to ideas, develops risk tolerance, and, most importantly, pushes you toward entrepreneurship. IIM B is a place where you will meet a variety of people who are there only after passing various rounds of selection and filtration and for one purpose, "Redefining themselves" through education, exposure, networking, and, of course, employment opportunities.
Education is a long-term investment that instills faith in you, which gives you hope in difficult times. Women who are educated contribute to a more educated society.
What are some interesting behind-the-scenes stories about IIM Bangalore placements?
Here are a few interesting behind-the-scenes stories about IIM Bangalore placements that I came across from interaction with my friend who is an alumnus of IIT Bangalore.
The initial 2 days witness the heaviest crowds as the maximum number of students are placed in very little time. The students end up giving consecutive interviews until they are selected. As a result, students sometimes have no idea about what they are interviewing and just appear for the sake of it. In a very hilarious incident, a student started praising Ola in an Uber interview.
The GD day is even more hectic as students can sometimes be seen attending GDs from the morning till midnight. In these GDs, you will find people of all kinds. While some will rarely speak, some can be seen shouting and dominating others in the groups. You will see tired bodies moving around and some even crying because of poor performance.
The placement process is completely handled by students under teams called trackers. You will spot groups of trackers huddled together and discussing important issues.
How good is IIM Lucknow as compared to IIM A, B, C, and ISB for Consulting and Network Building?
In India, IIM Lucknow is worth far more than ISB, particularly in MNCs and finance/marketing jobs.
The talk of a consulting and network-building pedigree revolves more around their flagship PGPX program and their tentacles in Microsoft and Cisco, both of which recognize the limited role of an MBA in their industry and provide well-defined jumps to ISB graduates back on campus. In the last 2-3 years, IIM Lucknow has done fairly well in global placements, and the sky is the limit for the right student.
It is clear that your decision should be motivated by your prospects of performance at either campus and should be carefully considered.
It is true that those who can balance pressures and perform consistently have an advantage when it comes to placements on campus. Also, mobility in the industry should matter without the help of your b-school label and should be about your performance on the job in making friends. Students from each campus meet everyone on an equal footing in the industry.
Only if you accepted a different field in your campus placement or were assigned a backroom job will you face unequal pressure, as neither pedigree allows you much mobility.
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