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Which is a better college to pursue an MBA, KJ Somaiya or UBS Chandigarh?
For MBA, the brand name matters and is a very important factor to be considered while choosing the institute. UBS Chandigarh is not as well known as KJ Somaiya.
Deciding factors:
- If you are a fresher without any experience or expectations then this fact doesn’t even matter as it will be the beginning of their long career.
- One of the important decisions is choosing specialization - Finance, Marketing, Ops, HR, Data Science, or anything else. You should do research about the courses offered at both the colleges and choose the one that meets your expectations.
- You should also ask yourself why you are doing an MBA and will it help your career.
Highlight:
Given below is a brief highlight of the MBA program at UBS Chandigarh and KJ Somaiya.
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Details |
UBS Chandigarh |
KJ Somaiya |
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Average CTC |
9.5 LPA |
10.8 LPA |
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Fees |
34,730 |
14.93 lakhs |
The decision depends on you. Do your research and choose the institute which will be best for you.
How will the MBA admission process take place this year in K J Somaiya after the shortlist is announced? Also how can I prepare for the same?
KJ Somaiya invites the shortlisted students for Case Analysis and Personal Interview. You need to perform well in these rounds to get selected for final admission.
For the case analysis round, students are given a case study to discuss. You should stay updated with current affairs to perform well in this round. In the personal interview round, there will be questions regarding your academic background and work experience.
How good is KJ Somaiya PGDM Communications? And how good are the placements?
Although all the courses offered at KJ Somaiya are equally good, its Marketing discipline is the most coveted one. Also there is no partiality during placement of students of various disciplines. Every student is allowed to sit for PPT and then for final interviews after selection.KJ Somaiya conducts a transparent and unbiased placement drive. Students from Finance, Marketing, Operations and HR get segregated during the initial selection process.
A number of companies visit the campus for placements. The placement committee makes sure that every year new companies also line up in addition to the many companies that visit every year. So I don’t think placements should be a concern for anyone getting into KJ Somaiya.
Is it possible to receive a call from K J Somaiya at 96.8 percentile in the CMAT considering I am from a commerce background and female too?
Yes, it is possible. According to the recent highlights, the KJ Somaiya cutoff is 90+ percentile. So, you have a good chance of getting shortlisted. KJ Somaiys doesn’t assign separate reservations or preferences based on academic background or gender. The shortlisting is done based on past academics, entrance examination scores, performance in GD-PI, etc.
Is a PGDM (Core) at BIMTECH worth it or should I choose K J Somaiya IB?
You need to be sure of what you want to pursue, PGDM-IB or PGDM.
In a traditional PGDM program, you will get to learn subjects such as finance, economics, accounting, management, human resources, business ethics, and organizational theory. This curriculum involves imparting theoretical knowledge in the above-mentioned fields. It will enable you to apply the knowledge in real-world situations. The traditional PGDM provides a concrete establishment for a successful business career in this competent world.
However, PGDM-IB has a different outlook. With this course, you can have a successful career outside India. It focuses on adapting strategies suitable to work with other cultures, systems, and regulations.
Graduates of the PGDM-IB program tend to pursue international careers in companies that are global. Whereas students with PGDM degrees engage in managerial careers. They tend to settle in a variety of domains such as education, government, finance, and private industries.
If you have an interest in international business then BIMTECH, PGDM-IB course would be the best fit for you. They provide you with an excellent choice of electives including Marketing, Finance and Banking, Human Resources, Operations & Decision Science. The internship opportunities are tremendous as well as the placements offered.
Here’s a brief outline of the PGDM IB course at BIMTECH.
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Highest CTC |
23 LPA |
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No of recruiters |
42 |
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Major recruiters |
TVS, SBI, Yes Bank, Wipro, etc. |
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Course fee |
12 lakhs |
The final decision is yours, choose according to your convenience.
Is it worth going for an MBA in operations management from K J Somaiya, I have a work ex of 39 months in operations in a consumer electronics company?
KJ Somaiys MBA in Operations Management isn’t worth pursuing if you have more than 39 months of experience. The career opportunities offered won’t do justice to your experience. It’s better if you look for better B-Schools. NITIE Mumbai can be a good option for you. You will be able to job opportunities according to your experience. NITIE Mumbai placements are great. According to the recent placement drive, the average CTC offered was INR 35.84 LPA.
How do I prepare for the CDPI at K J Somaiya as I don't have good academics and also I haven't done anything except the prelims? Can I still get into K J Somaiya?
For admission in to K J Somaiya Institute of Management, you must satisfy these basic eligibility criteria, listed as below:
- Graduate in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from any recognized university
- Valid score in CAT /XAT /CMAT /NMAT or GMAT
After fulfilling the basic criteria, you will be shortlisted for the Case Analysis and Personal Interview round. It is broadly divided into 3 categories:
- Past Academic Records: The importance is given to the marks in Standard 10th, 12th, and Graduation.
- Work Experience: You will be assessed based on the number of years of work experience if you have.
- Achievements: Past achievements if any and the level of those achievements are also considered in the selection process.
The final selection does not happen merely based on the past academic records but other parameters are also taken. Percentage breakup of weightage given to different parameters is as follows.
| Particulars | MBA (HCM & SM) | MBA (General, IB, RM, FS, IMC, HR) |
| Qualifying exam | 25% | 35% |
| Personal interview | 25% | 25% |
| Group discussion | 10% | 15% |
| Academic records | 10% | 10% |
| Work experience | 5% | 10% |
| Achievement | 10% | 5% |
| Statement of purpose | 10% | - |
| Additional qualification HCM or sports-related | 5% | - |
You should be well prepared for the Group discussion (Case analysis) and Personal interview rounds.
What is the XAT Cutoff for SP JAIN, K J Somaiya, IMT Ghaziabad, TAPMI, and FORE?
XAT or Xavier Aptitude Test is a national-level entrance exam conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur for admission to management programs offered by more than 150 B-schools across India, including SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad (IMT Ghaziabad), T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), and FORE School of Management.
Each of these B-schools has its own XAT cutoff score based on factors such as the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats. Generally, the XAT cutoff scores for these B-schools range between the 80 to 90 percentile.
It's important to note that while cutoff scores are an important factor in the admission process, they are not the only factor. Other factors, such as your academic background, work experience, extracurricular activities, and performance in other selection rounds, also play a crucial role in the admission process. So, it's always a good idea to aim for a high score in XAT and prepare well for other selection rounds to increase your chances of admission to the MBA program of your choice.
What should I go for, K J SIMSR full-time PGDM or IMT-Ghaziabad DCP?
In terms of the brand, you must go for IMT as K J SIMSR stands nowhere near to in comparison to IMT.
Other than the brand, the following are certainly other characters that make it very much necessary to make you think over the other options you have:
- There lies a broad difference among those who completed their first year on the Ghaziabad campus and at Dubai Campus. As the exposure at Ghaziabad is way better related to Dubai Campus. You need to be very hard-working, great at networking as being at DCP campus, you will find networking becomes more important to land a good summer placement.
- The second-year brings you a lot more opportunities to do networking, study with better companions, get exposure to far better resources and faculties compared to Dubai Campus. DCP is a way of opportunity for you to be in a group of such a premier B-school at the Ghaziabad campus.
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Parameters |
K J SIMR |
IMT Ghaziabad |
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NIRF Ranking |
54 |
37 |
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Fees |
INR 16.29 Lacs |
INR 19.5 Lacs |
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Placement Percentage |
100% |
19.53% |
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Average CTC |
INR 10.08 LPA |
INR 14.12 LPA |
- Be ready to begin your A-game when you join the Ghaziabad campus. If things work out great and you are invariably aware of the above two points.
- During your final placement season, opportunities are similar to those of that student who has spent their first two years at IMT Ghaziabad campus provided that in the second year, you complete a better crowd and your 10th, 12th, Graduation percentage are in good shape in order to increase your chances exponentially in the 2nd year when you join the campus.
Ultimately your decision lies in your hands. If u keep considering the brand value and the above aspects in your mind, then you must opt for IMT Ghaziabad DCP else if you want to play the safer game, then definitely, forget about these aspects, and go for KJSOM.
I have an interview scheduled at K J Somaiya. Can anybody help me on what things to prepare in detail?
As one of my friends also has gone through the same situation, I might be able to provide you with some tips that could be useful to you.
- Expect nothing out of the ordinary that will catch you off guard.
- The interview process is straightforward and very conventional.
- There's no need to be anxious if you have good reasons for what you've written on your CV and SOP.
- Be meticulous with your SOP and CV, as most of the questions to be raised would be sourced from what’s written in your CV and SOP.
- Remember, your desire to do an MBA should be convenient to the panel and they must know exactly why you want to get an MBA degree.
In most cases, case-based GD is offered, therefore XAT decision-making questions can be useful during preparation. If you have any prior work experience, you should expect some questions from that section as well. Hence be prepared in that way to walk through this interview round.
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