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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?
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.
Are the girls living in the campus hostel of IIM Ahmadabad or IIM Indore allowed to go out of campus? If yes, till when and what are the procedures?
At IIM Ahmedabad, there are no restrictions on hostel timings, clothing, or entry of the opposite gender. Without any restrictions, all students are free to leave and return to campus whenever they want.
There are no restrictions on what students can wear anywhere on campus, including in class. The only exception to this rule is that students should dress formally for company presentations.
Students have complete freedom to visit the other gender's hostels whenever they want. Many of my friends had, for all practical purposes, shifted to their girlfriends' hostel rooms and were rarely seen in their own hostels. IIM Ahmedabad gives its students a lot of freedom and believes in the spirit of personal responsibility.
All IIM Indore students, including female students, are permitted to leave campus. There are campus buses that leave at regular intervals. One can also book their own transportation. The only restriction is that everyone must return by 11:30 pm unless there is a valid reason to be outside, such as a late-night flight.
Can I do MBA from IIM Ahmedabad after BSc
As long as you fulfill all the criteria required to get admission to IIM Ahmedabad, your academic background does not matter. That being said, here are the requirements to get shortlisted for IIM Ahmedabad admission.
- 80% above in 10th and 12th (any specialized subject)
- 70% above in graduation (any stream)
- 98 CAT percentile (may be lower, depending on your graduation course)
Anyone who has fulfilled the above criteria is eligible to get admission to IIM Ahmedabad. What actually matters is your performance in GD/PI. However, it’s important to note that the above criteria are general and the chances of admission depend on the individual profiles and performances. Fulfilling these criteria increases your chances of admission to IIM Ahmedabad but does not guarantee it.
An extra point to remember for you is that you will be getting diversity points because of your BSC background. This will help you get admission even with a low CAT score compared to engineering or BCom students. AS An BSc student, you will have to make the interviewers believe that you ha always targeted an MBA and not an MSc.
What are the criteria to get admission into IIM Ahmedabad??
IIM Ahmedabad's admission process is carried out into three stages:
- CAT Score Shortlisting: In the initial stage, candidates are shortlisted based on their CAT (Common Admission Test) scores. To increase your chances, a CAT score of around 99+ is recommended.
- WAT-PI Shortlisting: In the second stage, students who have applied for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) process are shortlisted. This selection is based on a combination of factors, including past academic performance and CAT scores.
- Final Selection Parameters: After the WAT-PI round, a composite score is calculated to determine the final selection. For the final selection, 10% weightage will be given to the AWT, 40% weightage to PI, and 50% weightage to the composite score. Where, Composite Score = Application Rating Score + Normalized CAT score.
And, Application Rating score is based on class 10th, 12th and bachelor exams, and work experience scores. Rather than that several parameters are considered, including:
- CAT Score
- Graduation Score
- 10th Grade Score
- 12th Grade Score
- Performance in WAT/GD-PI
- Academic Diversity
- Gender Diversity
- Work Experience (if applicable)
It's important to note that a consistently good academic record, along with a high CAT score, plays a significant role in securing a spot at IIM Ahmedabad. Additionally, the institution values diversity and considers gender diversity and academic diversity as part of the selection process.
What is it like to be in IIM Ahmedabad without any IIT degree?
IIM Ahmedabad without an IIT degree is not only possible but also an exciting opportunity. To get into IIM Ahmedabad, you must first master the CAT test-taking approach, which takes time. It goes beyond merely covering the course, which will take at least 6 months for a typical student.
Do you know what's really cool about being surrounded by IITians, especially when it comes to their incredible math skills? It's like being in the presence of math wizards. But here's the thing, at IIM Ahmedabad, there are only a few papers that dive deep into pure mathematics. So, those math geniuses get to shine brightly in those subjects. It's their moment to show their exceptional talents.
It doesn't end there. IITians, like everyone else, have their strengths and weaknesses. You might see them struggling in subjects like Operations, Marketing, or Organizational Behaviour (OB). It's a reminder that being exceptional in one area doesn't mean they're naturally gifted in everything.
Remember the phrase from marketing, 'Carve your niche'? That's your superpower. Focus on what you're passionate about, where you excel, and where you can make a real impact.
How good is the IIM Ahmedabad hostel?
I assume you are asking about the culture of IIM Ahmedabad hostels, and not their aesthetics.
The hostels at IIMA are excellent and filled with all the necessary facilities. They are referred to as dorms and not hostels, and 25-30 students live in each one of them. Dorm mates are very supportive towards each other.
They wake each other up for classes, help each other in preparing for quizzes, and genuinely care for each other. It feels relaxing to return back to the dorms after tiring classroom hours. Chatting and gossiping with dorm mates is always fun.
The hostel culture of IIMA is very warm, welcoming and friendly. The time spent over there is truly memorable.
Are there any freshers in IIM Ahmedabad from colleges other than IITs, NITs and BITS?
Yes, there are lots of freshers in IIM Ahmedabad who are not IIT, NIT, or BITS alumni. It’s not a matter of concern if you don’t belong to any of these. As IIM Ahmedabad looks for consistent academic performance rather than the brand name. If you take a look at the IIM Ahmedabad batch profile of 2017-19, you will see that students from IITs take up 36% and students from NIT+BITS take up 13%. The rest of the batch is from other colleges.
Since the majority of the batch was freshers (39%), you will find many students from tier 2 colleges.
How was the interview of Aviral Bhatnagar in IIM-A?
I heard about Aviral Bhatnagar’s interview through some of my IIM Ahmedabad alumni friends. He appeared for the interview back in 2014. He scored 99.99 in CAT’13. He completed his B.Tech in Engineering Physics from IIT Bombay. His 1oth and 12th percentage were 95.00 and 84.7, respectively.
The interview started with pleasantries. He was asked questions about his essay, his WAT, his life in IIT Bombay. They also questioned about his internship experience, the subjects he read during graduation. Other than these, the interviewers asked general questions regarding current affairs, tv shows.
Is SSCBS really the best undergraduate business school in India? Is it popular in IIM Ahmedabad because outside Delhi no one knows about it?
SSCBS is one of the best undergraduate schools in India. Some amazing facts about this school are:
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SSCBS has been ranked as second best undergraduate management college in Asia
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SSCBS is the youngest institution in its own league
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SSCBS is a state-funded college (DU) so the fees are affordable
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SSCBS is the only college in India that offers BFIA/ BBA(FIA). It is now planning to offer a specialized course in financial mathematics in the coming years.
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SSCBS has a small batch size so it’s fully dedicated to its students.
So it does not matter that SSCBS is not famous outside Delhi. What matters is that it is a great college.
Is it true that IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta CVs are highly exaggerated by the students despite the rigorous verification to make them sound impactful?
No, IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta CVs aren’t highly exaggerated. The right terms will be well-structured and strategically marketed.
As mentioned, the CV verification process is rigorous and the institute only accepts poofs in certain specific formats from authorized people or organizations. So, there is no way anyone can exaggerate any facts. Students of these institutes mention their work and achievements in a way that catches the eye of the recruiters. That is the only difference.
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