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How beneficial is it for an entrepreneur to choose PGDBA (IIM Calcutta, ISI Kolkata, IIT Kharagpur) over regular MBA program from other IIMs?
Choosing PGDBA over a regular MBA program is definitely worth it. With technology becoming the foundation of every company today a regular MBA program is not sufficient. You need to be well versed in data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. This is when PGDBA comes into picture. This course offers a perfect knowledge of handling data to meet the competitive edge.
I have listed some major benefits of the PGDBA course that might assure you of its worth.
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The course helps to automate things and take a more technological approach to every business decision.
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This course will provide you with the brand name of 3 best institutes all together. This makes it better than the regular MBA program.
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Interacting with faculties of 3 different institutes does not stagnate your thought process. The diverse opinions help you add to your ideas.
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This course will enable you to open your own technology based start-up.
The only major disadvantage of this course is the lack of management skills you will develop. Although you will study management, not as much as you could have studied in a regular course. But this in itself is not a factor big enough to hinder your success.
What do I choose between SP Jain (in finance specialization) and MDI Gurgaon, if one is not sure of the specialization?
Both S Jaim and MDI Gurgaon are highly-ranked colleges. So choosing the colleges can be made easier by referring to the general placement statistics of both institutes.
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Particulars |
MDI |
SP Jain |
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Number of Recruiters |
87 |
116 |
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Highest CTC |
INR 1.14 CPA |
INR 61.5 LPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 26.65 LPA |
INR 29.5 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Microsoft, Google, HCL, Adobe |
Accenture, Amazon, Microsoft |
MDI Gurgaon Placements 2022 saw the participation of 87 recruiters. Among them, 35 were first-time recruiters. Major recruiters included Asian Paints, Axis Bank, HCL, Infoedge, Microsoft, Samsung, Flipkart, Amazon, Jio & many more. The participating batch comprised a total of 391 students. Students received 131 pre-placement offers.
During SPJIMR Placements 2022, 75 recruiters visited the campus. Some of the top recruiters are Accenture, Aditya Birla Capital, Amazon, American Express etc. PGDM students 123 PPOs/PPIs. The highest salary offered was INR 53.16 LPA. The average salary of PGDM students was INR 32.06 LPA.
In terms of placements, MDI Gurgaon fares better than SP Jain although the difference between the two is not notable.
Should I join BM in XIMB?
XIMB is one the top B schools in India and MBA in Business Management is its flagship course. Whether you should join it or not is your call depending on your inclinations and preferences. However, my answer entails various reasons why one must consider XIMB.
- XIMB has a 31-year-long legacy which has resulted in its rich lineage, great faculty members, and an elaborate alumni base.
- The institute is known for its research culture and development activities on a regular basis in collaboration with the government.
- XIMB is granted the South Asian Quality Assurance Systems (SAQS) accreditation by the Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA) and the NBA Accreditation by the National Board of Accreditation for a period of 5 years for PGDM.
- Unlike most B Schools it offers an MBA degree rather than a PGDM Diploma. An MBA gives a holistic view of the program while a PGDM focuses on a specific specialization.
- XIMB also offers international exchange of students not only through the college but also through student-driven committees.
- The faculty at XIMB are experts in their respective fields and have immense industry experience which is reflected in their pedagogy.
- In the second year, you get an opportunity to do a double major, major plus minor in whichever fields (i.e. Marketing, Finance, operations, etc) we would like to gain knowledge and experience in. This gives us an opportunity to gain cross-functional knowledge and explore beyond our comfort zone, a quality required in the corporate world.
- XIMB encourages extra-curricular/ co-curricular activities combining activities and academics which helps you to learn how to become a better manager and put your theoretical knowledge to the test.
- Business seminars and talks hosted by industry leaders from every field are common in XIMB. These business talks help the students increase their practical knowledge with quality industry exposure.
- XIMB holds a strong alumni base with alumni at top positions in various companies.
- XIMB gives due importance to academics and learning through various projects, competitions, case studies, live projects, and faculty projects.
- The students are constantly evaluated through quizzes and assignments to keep them on their toes. This helps them adjust to the hectic schedule they face in the corporate world.
Overall, the campus life at XIMB is unique and complete as it is a B-School that is forever awake.
Is it better to be a topper in the new IIMs (Tricky, Ranchi, Rohtak, Udaipur, Raipur, Kashipur) than being an average student at IIM A,B, or C?
One cannot really compare the enriched experience and worth of old IIMs to the newer ones. No matter how high grades you score in the older IIMs, they can never be at par even with the average marks of an old IIM student. Their skills, knowledge, and confidence are at another level. Older IIMs help you achieve bigger goals and earn much more. So it’s better if you are an average student at an old IIM than a topper at a new IIM.
Is it worth joining the textile branch at NIT Jalandhar, or should I take a drop?
The general answer would be no, it’s not recommended you join the textile branch at NIT Jalandhar. However, you can join it under certain scenarios like:
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If you have plans of moving abroad and pursuing it further. Because in India there is little scope for this course.
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If you are planning to change your branch after a year by internal sliding. But for this, you should get an excellent CGPA (above 9).
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If you plan to sit for CAT or UPSC then the branch does not really matter.
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If you don’t want to drop out.
In every other case, I’d recommend you join a lower-ranked NIT but in a better branch than textile. Don’t just go for rankings. The branch is also crucial.
Which one is the better option, a BBA from DU or from IIM Rohtak?
Many people consider DU as a better option especially if it’s any of the top 3-4 colleges. Yet I chose IIM Rohtak. Now I am going to list down reasons why one should choose DU or IIM Rohtak separately
Why one should go for DU
- You end up saving more than 10 lakhs which is a big amount
- The BBA course here is fairly new and promising
- The location advantage one avail while studying DU is far better than Rohtak.
- If one is sure that they can clear CAT
Why one should go for IIM Rohtak
- If you are a non-math student and have zero interest in commerce
- If you want to give one more chance CAT, you can give it after 3 years.
- The additional 10 lakhs rupees becomes more like insurance for your seat reserved in IIM Rohtak. This will save you from taking a year drop and an additional year to work.
Now on the basis of the above points, you can make a decision that suits you the best.
I'll convert IIM Udaipur, probably Raipur and Kashipur, DBE DU as well. Which one should I take considering I am in a tight financial corridor currently and would have to take a 7 digit loan for IIMs?
All the IIMs offer great educational loans so financial problems are not a major issue here. Many banks are lined up to offer loans at very low interest to the students at the time of admission. The ROI is also great compared to DBE. Apart from that the IIM tag will also open multiple opportunities for you. But if you are confused about the 3 IIMs, I will enlighten you about the culture of each. This might help you make a better decision.
IIM Udaipur: Academic rigor
IIM Raipur: Discipline
IIM Kashipur: Overall rigor
So make the choice based on your own preferences.
Should I join NMIMS Mumbai (MBA core) or wait for another year
Waiting for another year and dropping NMIMS is only justifiable if you are certain to get into the top 5 like IIM ABC and FMS. Otherwise forgoing this opportunity might not be a wise decision mainly because
- Your work experience of 22 months is the right time to do an MBA
- CAT is extremely certain. You might have been able to make it into NMIMS, but there is no guarantee you will be able to clear CAT next year again
- NMIMS has a 100% placement percentage so you will definitely end up with a good package
- The brand name is more than enough to add to your CV
Moreover, if you are willing to enter the Marketing sector, it’s still not late as FMCG don’t prefer candidates with much work experience. But if you are interested in Strategic Management, you can wait for a year and target the top 5 B Schools.
So the end note is, forgo the offer if you are certain you can make it into the top 5 else grab this opportunity.
Which is better: chemical engineering at LDCE or MSU Baroda?
Let’s do a basic comparison between the two universities first.
Accreditation: MSU is an autonomous university whereas LDCE comes under ACPC
Infrastructure: MSU has an upper hand in this aspect as its infrastructure is way better than LDCE.
Marking pattern: MSU follows a very tough marking scheme and therefore makes it difficult for students to get good CGPAs.
Placements: The placements of both universities are equally good. I have tabulated the placement statistics below to draw a clearer comparison.
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Particulars |
MSU |
LDCE |
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Number of Companies |
30+ |
148 |
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Number of Students placed |
90 |
787 |
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Highest CTC |
INR 4 LPA |
INR 10 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Standard Radiators Pvt. Ltd., Caparo India Pvt. Ltd., Nayara Energy |
Accenture, Cairn India, Vedanta Group, MG Motors, Adani Group, etc |
At LDCE offers were made from industries like Oil, Gas, Power, Fertilizer, IT sector, Automobile, Chemical, Petrochemical, etc.
Personally, I feel overall MSU is a better option. It has some additional features that set it apart from LDCE. These include
- Much better hostel facilities than LDCE
- 3 major technological and social events are held every year that boost your extracurricular activities.
- The faculty at MSU is top notch with great learned and experienced professors.
So Chemical Engineering at MSU Baroda is a better option.
Is an FPM from a newer IIM, say Udaipur, worth it or should I try again next year?
The current leading USP of IIM Udaipur is its highly enriched research culture which has made it among the top IIMs in this aspect specifically. The NIRF rankings also speak of its rising status over the last few years. Some highlights of the FPM program from IIM Udaipur are
Some world-class faculties from IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta visit the campus of IIM Udaipur to spread their knowledge and sophistication to FPM students. This is done through coaching programs and workshops where you can identify your inclinations and talents.
The faculty of the FPM department is dynamic and capable of a concerted arrangement required to produce research through its students and themselves.
Research is something that requires your efforts at a personal level. So joining a 2-year Research program will be beneficial to you only. You can also switch to better research programs or even redo your Ph.D.
To initiate a career in research, one needs serious personal commitment, else there are many instances wherein people have failed to make a career in research. The newer IIMs offer little scope in this aspect and Udaipur is an exception. So don’t lose this opportunity and go for it without much thought.
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