How was your experience in IPM IIM Indore student exchange programme in the third year? What are the details of your trip (expenses, study, travel, etc)?

My friend had the opportunity to get selected for the student exchange program in the third year. She shared her amazing experience.

She was sent to the University of Latvia. Studying in Europe gave her the freedom to explore it, make new friends from every corner of the world and most importantly gain knowledge about different economies.

Expenses

The total expenditure amounted to approximately ?4–5 lac for the five months she spent there. However, she was lucky to get an ERASMUS+ grant which covered most of her expenses.

Study

You are free to opt for any course of your choice provided that you complete the minimum credits criteria of IIM Indore. It’s recommended that you go for such a course that satiates your interests and is unavailable in your country. Some of them include International Law and Culture.

Travel 

You can travel to most of Europe if you have a Type-D Visa. The climate is extremely cold and you will not be able to adjust initially.

Food

There are no mess facilities, only college canteens. The taste of the food is not up to our taste. But spending much on food is futile. You can spend the maximum on traveling and you won’t regret it.

My friend had a great time as an exchange student at the University of Latvia thanks to its relaxed ambiance.