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What is the level of interview for XIMB? What are the preparation strategies for cracking the interview for XIMB considering less than 1 month time?

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Radhika Srivastava Posted On : March 9th, 2023
MBA in Business Management, Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (Graduated 2019)

When preparing for an interview at XIMB, it is important to focus on a few key things to help you perform your best. Firstly, it is important to thoroughly revise your undergraduate subjects as this can make up a significant portion of the interview. Ensure that you have a good grasp of the technical aspects of your course and can discuss it confidently.

In addition, it is important to have a good understanding of general knowledge, including current affairs. You don't need to know everything, but having a basic understanding of what is happening in the world can be useful. Furthermore, having an opinion about current events can be even more important than your knowledge of them.

Some XIMB interviews may also include philosophical questions, so it is helpful to have a philosophical bent of mind and be able to think critically about abstract concepts. This can help you to demonstrate your ability to think deeply and creatively.

During the interview, it is important to present yourself confidently, even if you don't know the answer to a question. Smile and be positive, as this can help you to build a good rapport with the interviewer. Remember that it's not just about what you know, but also how you present yourself and how well you can convince the interviewer of your suitability for the program.

In general, when preparing for any business school interview, it's important to have a good understanding of your domain knowledge and to keep up-to-date with daily news, particularly as it relates to business. Be prepared to discuss your work projects and know yourself well, as this will help you to answer questions confidently and authentically.

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Which is better - CSE at Thapar or UIET?

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Akriti Banerjee Posted On : August 7th, 2023
lives in New Delhi

Without any doubt, CSE at Thapar University is a fairly better option than CSE at UIET. The academic culture as well as the availability of opportunities is way more at Thapar and you won’t regret choosing it over UIET.

  • Thapar University has a top-notch infrastructure that improves the learning experience as a whole.
  • The majority of the professors are experienced and learned well-known among the Indian masses.
  • The students are encouraged to do research and many students write their own research papers too.
  • Thapar has a better and more number of recruiters than UIET. You will be surprised to know that last year, Thapar had 395 recruiters while UIET only had 15.
  • The salary packages offered even by the same companies are better in Thapar than in UIET.
  • Thapar has excellent CSE placements above 90%.

The only drawback of Thapar University is its increasing fees. So if you have any financial constraints you need to consider this.

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What were the CGPA requirements for placements in KIIT?

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Srijita Chowdhury Posted On : July 25th, 2023
B.Tech from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)

There are two aspects to your placements, whether you are concerned just about the immediate packages or if you are concerned about the long-term career prospects. 

As far as only the packages are concerned, CGPA matters only in some of Companies. To stay on the safe side, try scoring between 6.5–7.0. The reason CGPA is considered for shortlisting is because of the huge batch size. Usually, students scoring less than 8.5 don’t clear these interviews. Apart from CGPA, you will have to convince the recruiter that you are a suitable candidate for the job through your communication skills and knowledge.

For your career prospects, CGPA alone is never enough. For some the placement drives are excellent opportunities while for some they are horror. However, when your career is concerned placements are not the only thing that can help you. So it’s better to not get overwhelmed. I know someone who failed to get placed in KIIT and ended up with the highest package in off-campus placements. If you want a bright career, try focusing on your passion rather than placements. Do something you absolutely love and success will find you one day.

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How good are the hostel rooms at IIM Calcutta?

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Sarika Mehta Posted On : December 12th, 2022
MBA from Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (Graduated 2020)

IIM Calcutta has four hostels for PGP students, two of which are co-ed and the other two are boys' hostels.

The rooms are more than adequate for a 50+-year-old, long-established institution. The most recent hostel is the Lake View Hostel, which was built in 2008. The other hostels are basic, but the facilities and power backup are fairly similar. The rooms are quite large, the beds are comfortable, and, most importantly, there are individual balconies.

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How is University of Madras for distance education? I have read many reviews about them taking years to provide with the completion certificates.

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Diksha Chowdhury Posted On : August 29th, 2022
M.A Sociology from University of Madras

University of Madras is good for distance education. If you are a working professional and you don’t want to quit your job to pursue further studies, it’s an excellent choice. It is well-reputed in the industry. As a student of the university, you will get excellent exposure and networking opportunities. Alumni of the university are working in higher positions at multi-national companies around the country and abroad. 

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How is University of Madras for distance education I have read many reviews about them taking years to provide with the completion certificates?

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Devika Nathan Posted On : September 29th, 2021
MA Human Rights & Duties from University of Madras (2019)

The University of Madras is doing a great job as it is providing a distance degree with an affordable fee structure. If you are a working individual and do not wish to quit your job, then joining distance MBA here will be the best option.

The courses and the study materials provided are good. You need to put effort in your studies to succeed. Self study is necessary. If you desire to learn more, you could attend the classes.

After completing the exams you will receive your Provisional certificate, within 4 months you will receive the completion certificate. 

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Who earns more IIT or IIM?

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Advait Joshi Posted On : May 17th, 2023
Lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

IITs and IIMs are the two most coveted tags in the country. The comparison between IIM and IIT has been a long-standing debate. The reason for their high demand is the guarantee of job opportunities at least at MNCs. The high monetary return makes both the institutes equally desired with just the difference in the nature of jobs offered.

Both IITs and IIMs have had an excellent placement record since their establishment and are known to provide excellent packages. The salary of different IITs and IIMs have been tabulated below.

IIT Average Packages

IITs

Average package 

IIT Madras

INR 15,00,000

IIT Delhi

INR 22,50,000

IIT Bombay

INR 20,00,000

IIT Kanpur

INR 15,00,000

IIT Kharagpur 

INR 15,00,000

IIM Average Packages

IIMs

Average package 

IIM Ahmedabad 

INR 26,00,000

IIM Bangalore 

INR 26,00,000

IIM Calcutta 

INR 24,00,000

IIM Lucknow 

INR 22,00,000

IIM Kozhikode 

INR 22,50,000

The IITs offer a better ROI because of fewer fees in comparison to IIMs. However, IIMs offer higher packages in comparison to IITs. Ultimately, the choice of being an alumnus of IIT or IIM solely depends on you whether you want to become an engineer or a manager 

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How good it is to do MBA from faculty of commerce BHU?

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Shubham Satnami Posted On : November 18th, 2022
MBA in Masters of Business Administration Degrees and Faculty of Commerce , Banaras Hindu University (Graduated 2019)

At BHU, MBA is a good option as it provides a lot of quality placement opportunities. But your own efforts to acquire knowledge of the corporate world matter the most. You cannot just complete a course and expect to be placed at an MNC. You have to be ambitious and put in maximum effort.

Some key points to be considered if you want to avail good placement opportunities are:

  • BHU holds seminars at both national and international levels. By attending these, you can upgrade your resume for the better.

  • If you are pursuing MBA Financial Management you must complete NISM (SEBI) and NCFM (NSE) Certifications which will give you practical knowledge of the share market.

  • In this tech-savvy era, even MBA students should be well versed in Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint Presentation, and Tally.

  • Creating an impressive CV requires- at least 2 internships at reputed companies, certifications from NISM, NCFM, NPTEL, SWAYAM and participation in national seminars.

  • Practice well for the interview 

  • Make the best use of your free time. Do as many internships as possible. Gaining a lot of experience will help you in the long run and you won’t regret investing your free time.

BHU MBA course is as valuable as that of any other college. You are bound to get excellent results if you invest maximum time and effort in the same.

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Is Amity University Kolkata good for BTech CSE ?

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Swastika Upadhay Posted On : August 13th, 2020
B.Tech from National Institute of Technology Durgapur (2020)

Amity University Kolkata is a private institution situated in Kodampukur and was established in 2015. The university provides a wide variety of courses in different streams such as Science, Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Law, IT and Software, Arts, etc. BTech in CSE is one of the courses provided by the institute. The following are the factors that one should consider before joining CSE in Amity University Kolkata:

  • Fee Structure

Since the institute is private the fee structure is not quite affordable for the middle class family. The institute comprises students from the upper-middle class and high-class families. The course fee for BTech CSE is Rs 1, 05, 500 per annum.

  • Admission and Scholarship

The students are supposed to attend Amity Joint Entrance Examination and their scores in the 12th standard are also a deciding factor to grab the seats in CSE or in any branch the students are interested in. The scholarship facilities are offered to the students on the Merit list. Those students who scored above 90 percent in the 12th board examination could avail a 50 percent reduction from total fees and those students score 80 percent could avail a 25 percent reduction from total fees. This is available only in the first year. The students should maintain good CGPA to get the fee reduction throughout the course period.

  • Faculties

Faculties are quite well experienced and supportive. Most of them either hold a Ph.D. or pursuing it presently. The faculties create an interactive atmosphere and employ different teaching methods which enhances the clarity of concepts taught.

  • Infrastructure and laboratories

The institute was established in 2015. So, the infrastructure has a freshly built exterior. The CSE laboratories are fully furnished with brand new computers. But the labs are small.

  • Placement 

All the placement activities are channeled from Amity University’s Noida campus. The highest salary package offered was Rs 28 lakhs and the average salary package was Rs 4 lakhs. Major companies in which the students placed were Amazon, Byju’s, L & T Infotech, ITC, Wipro, TCS, Infosys, etc.

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What is the domicile cutoff for the XIMB?

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Sagardeep Posted On : March 9th, 2023
Studied at XIMB

To apply for admission to XIMB (Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar), you need to have a three-year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university with at least 50% marks. Even if you expect to complete your degree by a certain date, you can still apply.

The XIMB cut-off is based on various entrance exams such as XAT, CAT, GMAT, XGMT, and NMAT. The cutoff figure is the minimum score required to be called for a personal interview. However, you should keep in mind that the cutoff is just a primary filter and only those who score high enough can hope to get final admission.

The XIMB cutoff figures may vary slightly from year to year, but the differences are usually minor. If you plan to take the XAT exam, you should aim for around 90 percentile to meet the XIMB cut-off. For the GMAT, the cut-off is 550 marks, and for NMAT, it is 220 marks. It's important to note that NMAT is considered only for selected courses.

Therefore, if you're interested in pursuing a management program at XIMB, you need to make sure you meet the minimum requirements and aim for a score that's higher than the cutoff figure to increase your chances of getting final admission.
 

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