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I’m a fresher. I have converted FMS Delhi. Got waitlisted at C with a bleak chance. Should I retry CAT for IIM Ahmedabad Calcutta or stick to FMS?
The overall rankings of FMS Delhi and IIM A/C are comparable (IIM A & C rank better than FMS in terms of placements and college life though).
FMS has its own set of advantages, such as the best ROI in India and placements in the core Finance domain, among many others. You must have performed exceptionally well on CAT 201 to receive a call from FMS. Asking yourself the following questions will help you retake the CAT.
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What do you hope to gain from your post-graduation experience?
Start a career at a high salary, get a brand name, or develop your own personality by staying and studying with the industry's best minds.
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Which field do you want to begin your career in?
Consulting/core finance/marketing, for example.
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Are you willing to invest a year of your life to prepare for the CAT again, and are you confident of scoring 99+ percentile in 2019?
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The maximum amount of money you can afford to pay in fees.
Which is better between IIT Patna and Jadavpur University for an equivalent branch?
I have seen many students prefer JU to new IITs because of the experience and legacy it holds in contrast to recently established IITs. None of these students regret their decision of choosing JU over IIT.
JU has the upper hand in terms of both placements and the quality of research work here. In fact, top NITs, BITS, JU, DTU, NSIT, IIITs, and such institutes are all better options than most of the newer IITs. These institutes have good credibility owing to their strong alumni network thus providing better opportunities. Those who prefer to stay on the safe side give more preference to these institutes than newer IITs.
The new IITs are expected to reach heights in the future and only then will you be able to benefit from their IIT tag. As of now, they lack credibility and opportunities.
Ultimately, it’s your call to make because you can even avail the best opportunities through minimal resources.
Is a B.Tech in biotechnology a good option at the Manipal Institute of Technology?
B.Tech in Biotechnology offers a mixed curriculum covering areas of science, technology, and engineering. It also focuses on research. The Manipal brand may add to your profile but it depends on your interests. There are a plethora of opportunities in Industrial biotechnology & biochemical engineering whereas life science-oriented fields need more time. For more opportunities in that field, you will have to pursue a Masters.
MIR Manipal is a decent option for BTech in Biotechnology. The batch size is small and the faculties are great. Students get one-to-one attention from professors which is very crucial for an R&D-oriented stream. Professors have a lot of ongoing projects so you will learn a lot here.
Students are provided with internships, placements, and pre-placement offers (PPO) in core companies and ITES. Some of the core companies that recruit Biotechnology students of MIT Manipal are Nicholas Piramal Ltd., Philips HealthCare, Biocon, Syngene, Dr. Reddys, GlaxoSmithKline Asia Pvt Ltd, Molecular Connections Pvt Ltd, Wipro Wellness Care, Solara Active Pharma, Elexes Medical and Hyde Engineering. Other companies such as IBM, TCS, Accenture, Infosys, Wipro, PricewaterhouseCoopers, UST Global, Tolaram Group, Gen Works, The Math Company, and Think & Learn visit campus placements regularly.
What are the immediate changes you wish for in VNIT Nagpur?
VNIT Nagpur is my alma mater, and I deeply respect my college.
However, here is something about VNIT that needs immediate improvement-
The college authorities follow curfew timings for girls’ hostels, without taking any consent from parents or students. This is a form of gender bias, and I am strictly against it. In-time prevents female students from accessing the reading room and labs after a certain time of the day. Instead of restricting the movement of female students, the campus should be made safer for women.
I sincerely hope that the college authorities make positive changes in this direction.
What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at University of Kashmir?
Here are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at the University of Kashmir.
- Attend your classes regularly. If you fail to keep your attendance over the absolute limit, you can be debarred from appearing in examinations.
- Try to collect your syllabus as soon as possible. Talk to your teachers and ask them for book recommendations.
- Students of IMBA and BALLB are required to wear uniforms. Abide by the dress code recommended.
- The Allama Iqbal library has a huge collection of books. Make sure to collect your library card within one month of joining.
The university arranges many socio-cultural activities throughout the academic year. Give the activities a try, you can have an amazing experience.
Is it wise to leave IIT Delhi for CSE in IIIT Hyderabad?
I am assuming that you got CSE at IIT Delhi. As per my research, for CSE, IIIT Hyderabad is at par with the top 5 IITs in this field (Madras, Delhi, Bombay, Kanpur, and Kharagpur). According to the three possibilities listed below, choose the right college for your B.Tech CSE-
- You are passionate about CSE and care in the least for brand name and course fee- In this case, choose IIIT Hyderabad. Its coding culture is one of the best in India and is praised by even the IITians. The results of ACM-ICPC and GSoC selections from IIIT Hyderabad are a proof of the same.
- You are not as passionate about CSE, and course fee and brand name are more important for you- In this case, choose one among the top 5 IITs because they have a smaller course fee for CSE and carry the IIT tag.
- You love CSE but are also worried about the fee and brand name- In this case too, I would suggest you choose one among the top 5 IITs, not because of quality education, placements and research opportunities, all of which you will also get at IIIT H, but for the IIT tag.
As far as CSE placements are concerned, they are as good at IIIT H, as any IIT. At IIIT H, you are sure to get placed in a tech profile. A good number of tech companies visit the IIIT H campus for placements, at par with the top IITs.
Thus, based on your personal preference you can choose between IIT Delhi and IIIT Hyderabad for your CSE.
Which college is better for CS, IIT Kanpur or IIIT Hyderabad?
IIT Kanpur is well-known for its cutting-edge research, vibrant coding culture, and successful placements. Students rush to it because of its coding culture, which is sometimes compared to that of IIT Bombay.
I will recommend you go for IIT Kanpur. Here are a few reasons that justify my opinion:-
- The IIT tag is more valuable than the IIIT brand name, and most employers prefer IIT graduates over students from other engineering universities.
- You'll have two excellent department buildings with excellent infrastructure.
- With so many assignments and course projects under your belt, you'd have a huge list of project accomplishments.
- You would have some fantastic lecturers and courses.
- IIT Kanpur has an NIRF ranking of 4th, with IIIT Hyderabad at 55th.
- More than 250 companies like Plutus Research, Kivi Capital, and NVIDIA FVE visited IIT Kanpur campus in 2023.
Does it make sense going for a 2-year MBA from IIM-Ahmedabad/Calcutta at 29 years of age?
The answer to your question depends on the reason why you are willing to pursue an MBA and if the reason is strong enough to go for an MBA at the age of 29 years. See, age should never be a restricting factor especially when it comes to education. But your purpose should be well-defined and crystal clear. Pursuing MBA vaguely just to venture on new opportunities or career options might do you more harm than good. So the primary step in deciding if an MBA at 29 is good or not is to analyze your purpose. If you are changing streams for instance moving to Finance or MC, you need to know that your pay scale might see a new low.
I have another suggestion for you. Why don’t you compare the two programs;
- Regular 2-year MBA
- Executive MBA 1-year program
Compare the curriculum and prospects of these two programs. The reason why I suggested to you research the Executive program is that many experienced professionals (almost 95%) prefer the Executive program over the regular program. It suits their needs better.
The 2-year program is suitable only if you are looking for an internship and I Don't think that is the case for you. Moreover, if you consider the major aspects like classroom experience, rigor and placements, the Executive program is far more a viable option in your case. It will also allow you to reap the maximum benefits in less time. So do your part of the research and make an informed decision.
How would you compare IIT Kharagpur mathematics and computing with IIT BHU mathematics and computing?
If you are considering pursuing Mathematics and Computing at either IIT Kharagpur or IIT BHU, it is important to evaluate the strengths and opportunities offered by each institution. Here are some key points to consider in this regard:
- IIT Kharagpur's Mathematics and Computing program is considered to be better than IIT BHU's program by many experts and students in the field.
- The MSc. tag does not cause any difficulty for Mathematics and Computing graduates from IIT Kharagpur.
- The placement records in Mathematics and Computing at IIT Kharagpur are impressive and almost on par with the placements of Computer Science graduates from the institute.
- The opening and closing ranks of the Mathematics and Computing program at IIT Kharagpur have jumped by 2500 ranks in the last 5 years, indicating a growing demand for the program.
- Harshyt Goel, an alumnus of IIT Kharagpur's Mathematics and Computing department, received a package of over 80 lakhs per annum from Facebook (Silicon Valley job).
- Recent Google Summer of Code selections in 2017 from IIT Kharagpur had 8 Computer Science students and 7 Mathematics and Computing students, indicating the strong performance of the latter group.
- IIT Kharagpur is considered a "grand old" IIT with a strong reputation and legacy.
- Mathematics and Computing at IIT Kharagpur are considered to be equivalent to Computer Science and are even considered to be better for open-source developers, according to some experts.
If you are interested in pursuing Mathematics and Computing, IIT Kharagpur is a great choice with a strong reputation, impressive placement records, and opportunities for high-paying jobs both in India and abroad.
Which would be a better choice- BITS Pilani Dual Degree with Mathematics, CS at DTU(DCE), CS at NSIT, CS at IIIT-Delhi?
The best option among the options you mentioned is BITS Pilani- Dual degree with Maths. This is because, with a good CGPA, you can even get into Computer Science there. Moreover, Mathematics is the foundation of Computer Science and all major coding problems. This excellent combination will help you open multiple doors for higher education.
BITS Pilani is one of the best engineering colleges in India. It’s known for its excellent curriculum, faculty, lab facilities, and amazing campus. Moreover, BITS Pilani follows the GPA system which puts you at a certain level of advantage for pursuing higher studies, especially at foreign universities.
The only major advantage of BITS is its location and high fees. Students from Delhi might find it difficult to adjust here. So unless you have no problem with the location and financial constraints, choose BITS. Else, NITS is also a good option.
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