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How is the IIM Ahmedabad executive MBA program different from the IIM Ahmedabad MBA program?
PGPX and PGPM are tailored for two different kinds of groups.Here are some differences and similarities between these two programs offered by IIM Ahmedabad-
- Profile- The PGPX crowd is quite diverse. Students of PGPX have a high work experience (an average of 7 years). PGPM students have an experience of around 2.5 to 3 years on an average.
- Duration- PGPX lasts for 1 year while PGPM lasts for 2.
- Faculty- The teaching staff is the same for both programs.
- Courses- A few PGPX courses can be taken by PGPM students, but not the other way around.
- Teaching method- PGPX is based on interaction while PGPM is instruction-based.
- Focus- The PGPX course is more focused in nature. This is because working professionals with such high experience know about their goals and ambitions.
If you have more than 6 years of work experience, PGPX is a better choice. Otherwise, opt for PGPM.
Is the IIM Udaipur PGPX Program (MBA+MS) from udaipur and Purdue in supply chain management worth the investment?
A Supply Chain Management course offered by IIM Udaipur has recently gained popularity among professionals interested in the field. It is a fantastic course that provides students with a variety of benefits.
One of the key features that drew students to this course was its 15-month program. Time is regarded as a valuable asset, and the program's shorter duration means students will experience less opportunity loss. Furthermore, the course offers a dual degree, allowing students to obtain an MBA and an MS degree from two of India's and the United States' top universities. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is rarely available in other courses.
The faculty is also an important aspect of the course. Purdue University and IIM Udaipur are both well-known for having some of the best mentors and faculty members in the field. The education that students will receive is expected to be of exceptional quality.
The course may not be as strong in terms of placement as programs offered by NITIE or IIM A, B, and C, but this also depends on the student profile. Despite this, student placement opportunities are still considered adequate. Furthermore, during their one semester in the United States, students will have the opportunity to network with professionals from both India and the United States, which may lead to overseas job opportunities for students who are interested in working abroad.
The investment in a college like this, which costs around 30 lakhs, will take time to pay off, but this course is highly recommended for professionals who want to change fields or have low earning potential in their current job/profile.
What is the value for part time PGDM in NMIMS Mumbai?
Most part-time courses carry no real value other than adding the post-graduate tag. They have no worth in the corporate world irrespective of whichever reputed college you have chosen. NMIMS is one of the top reputed B Schools in India and has a big brand name.
- The faculty is extremely talented and experienced
- The placement scenario is pretty good except that part-time courses have no fixed statistics.
- The fees are relatively high when compared to other B Schools of the same league
- The curriculum is very rigorous and requires constant attendance and involvement. Being a part-time PGDM, you are probably a working professional and it becomes very difficult to balance work with studies.
- The curriculum required you to submit assignments and give frequent exams. This might be difficult for working people.
- Unfortunately there is quite a level of distinction between full-time PGDM students and part-time PGDM students as the former get the most attention from teachers.
- The curriculum is rushed in order to get completed within 21 months imparting no real learning
I know a friend who chose NMIMS Executive MBA and paid hefty fees just for the brand name instead of doing the same course at a less popular B School. She regretted her decision and claimed the program to be a total waste of money and time. She said she could have done the same from another B School at half the cost. So part-time MBA itself is not that worthless, but paying a hefty sum merely for the brand name and postgraduate tag is illogical. You can do the same program at a much lesser cost than other B Schools.
How is IMT Ghaziabad PGDM Executive Program? How are the placements?
IMT Ghaziabad, AACSB Accredited one of the premier B-schools with four campuses at Ghaziabad, Dubai, Hyderabad, and Nagpur has completed 100% Placements for its Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management Accelerated program (PGDM ExP) batch 2020-21. It is an 18 Month PGDM-Executive program meant for executives with 5 years of work experience.
PGDM ExP Placements 2021 have broken all its past records.
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PGDM ExP Batch |
Batch Size |
Average Salary |
Highest Salary |
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2020-21 |
39 |
21.37 LPA |
40.80 LPA |
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2019-20 |
24 |
14.36 LPA |
16.89 LPA |
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2018-19 |
19 |
13.35 LPA |
17.50 LPA |
The placement season 2021 for PGDM-ExP has not only registered 100% placements yet again despite the increase in batch size but has also achieved higher salary packages.
IMT ExP 2020-21 witnessed top recruiters including Accenture, Atos, Delhivery, Dr. Oatkers, Genpact, Infosys, Innover, JioMart Tata Trusts, EY, Logit One, Jio Mart, Logit One, Moglix, RBL, Wipro, Wiz Freight, Zetwerk, KPMG, Deloitte, HSBC, Mahindra among others. While Accenture emerged as the top recruiter with 10 offers, Infosys made 3 offers, and Jiomart, Logit One, and TAFE made 2 offers each.
Is IMT Ghaziabad good college for executive MBA?
IMT Ghaziabad offers a good executive MBA program. The course curriculum is rich and industry relevant. You will learn through real-time industry case studies. IMT management faculty is one of the best in the country. The institute helps students leverage their experience to elevate in industry. As a student of the course, you will get good exposure and networking opportunities.
How good is the IIM Ahmedabad PGPX 1-year full-time program?
If your current package is less than 15 LPA, pursuing PGPX 1-year full-time program at IIM Ahmedabad is good. You should look at international colleges if your current package exceeds 15 LPA. You should always do your MBA and find a job outside of India. India is simply the world's back office. It is different if you want to be an IAS officer, but Indian corporate is slavery and junk. Working here for an extended period of time will undoubtedly turn you into a lunatic.
One week of college life is enough to demonstrate the quality of American education. The tasks are out of this world. Americans are among the world's smartest and most innovative people. As a last resort, continue your education in India. Even if you have more than 5 years of work experience, IIM A/ISB will only hire you in one of India's back offices.
How is the PGDM executive (fulltime) course of IMT Ghaziabad? How are the placements? How is it compared to IIM Shillong and SPJAIN PGPM?
An executive course is a one-year MBA degree for working professionals, whereas a full-time PGDM is for two regular years, like all other MBA degrees. The executive course at IMT Ghaziabad is quite good. They have concise and to-the-point courses and complete almost the whole two-year program in one year. Placements for executive students may not be as many, as most of them are already working, but they do help in placements for other students.
If you choose to pursue a correspondence course, it does not matter as much where you pursue it.
IIM Shillong, being an IIM, has its own prestige. But when compared to all B-schools Rankings, IMT Ghaziabad is definitely higher up the charts than IIM Shillong or SPJAIN PGDM. If given the option, it would be better to choose IMT Ghaziabad or IIM Shillong over SPJAIN PGDM. If you are looking for a campus experience, Ghaziabad would be a better personal preference.
Which should I choose: MBA (2 year PGP) from IIM Ahmedabad or MS in computer science from a decent (top 10 & not top 3) US university with funding? What should I consider when choosing?
A friend of mine faced a similar dilemma when he was torn between choosing IIM Ahmedabad (MBA) and Stanford (MS). He went for IIM Ahmedabad in the end. He considered the following factors before making this decision:
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Geographical factors: If you want to stay in India then MBA from IIM Ahmedabad is the best choice. But if you are certain you want to settle abroad, MS from Stanford is a good choice.
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Nature of career: Comparing the nature of both the courses, we find that MBA is a general one while MS is specific. MBA is related to business and management while MS is technical. Based on your interests and aspirations one can easily make a choice between the two.
If you are still unable to decide then know that you can pursue MBA in the US even after MS. The latter will offer you more opportunities.
How is the executive MBA from XLRI?
The 1-year PGDM(GM)/GMP program offered by XLRI is one of the best MBA programs in the country. The duration of the program is 15 months out of which you will have to spend 12 months on campus.
- The curriculum is similar to that of the 2-year long program. You will also have the same faculty. XLRI has one of the best faculty bases in the country.
- You will get to be a part of the XL mafia, i.e. the extensive network of XL alums. They are recruited in top positions of many reputed MNCs. There are also a significant number of successful entrepreneurs. Such a vast alumni network definitely has its own advantages.
- Since 5-year work experience is the least requirement, you will have peers from Marine Logistics to NGOs. As the curriculum is case-based, you will have the opportunity to discuss many cases with your peers from different backgrounds.
- You will get to experience the overall XL culture. There are ample opportunities to interact with the students from BM/HR programs. These are one of the top MBA programs in the country.
Besides all this, Jamshedpur is a great place away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. You will definitely enjoy your time there.
How useful was the course PGPX in IIM Ahmedabad for your career?
Whether the PGPX course in IIM Ahmedabad is useful for your career depends on what exactly you want to achieve from the course. It could be one of these things:
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Increasing your pay
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Switching industries
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Aiming for a particular position at a particular company
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gaining a holistic view of the organization
As much as this course will help you achieve the above goals, your past experience matters the most. The course can be a driving force in your career but not the main force. It will enhance your skills and personality and not change it. So it's best to keep your expectations from the course low and focus on yourself.
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