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How academically intense is the MBA at IIM Calcutta?
The curriculum at MBA Calcutta is pretty intense. This is because the students here are equally talented and tough competition is required to maintain the rigor. Some features that make the curriculum at IIM Calcutta extensive are:
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Seminars
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Practicals
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Laboratory sessions
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Live projects, simulations and role-play activities
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Occasionally classes are taught by industry experts from peer schools or from abroad
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Consistent revision of the course
All these make IIM Calcutta one of the most academically intense institutions in India. The competition here is tough because of the batch size as well as the rigid grading system.
Does a gap year after graduation affect IIM Calcutta admission?
No, usually a gap year does not affect your chances of getting into IIM Calcutta. Your reason for the same should be a genuine one. One of my friends had to take a gap post-graduation due to severe health issues. But she got into IIM Calcutta. When asked about the same during the interview she told them the actual reason. The panel deemed the reason as a genuine one and she got selected. So don’t let a simple gap year demotivate you to the point of giving up on IIM Calcutta. It always gives second chances to talented students. Just make sure your reason is genuine and you are able to justify it during the interview.
How good is IIM Calcutta compared to rest of bschools around the world?
Some features of IIM Calcutta that sets us apart from other B Schools are
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It is the oldest Indian Institute of Management of India.
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It is the first Indian B-school to get triple accreditation by AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS.
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Its alumni consist of the most intelligent people now working at top-notch companies.
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The pass-outs of this institute now are heads of companies or business units.
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Other roles acquired by this institute's alumni include best-selling authors, Government functionaries, or Academicians.
So we can say safely that IIM Calcutta is indeed a top-notch institution and offers tough competition to other B Schools.
Does the EWS quota make much difference in FMS or IIM Calcutta?
The EWS quota makes a slight difference in your chances of getting into FMS or IIM Calcutta. It is not the major factor that determines your eligibility. Some major parameters that are considered are:
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CAT score
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10 and 12 marks
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Graduation score
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Work Experience
A good past record with 99 CAT score will increase your chances of getting into IIM Calcutta. Study hard for the CAT exam as the competition is very tough.
So rather than focusing on minor factors like EWS, focus more on your preparation.
What is the median base salary offered in IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Kolkata, Lucknow, Indore & Kozikode?
Not every IIM discloses the placement statistics to the public. But we can definitely say that IIM Ahmedabad has the best placement statistics.
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Institute |
Median Salary |
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IIM Ahmedabad |
INR 31.49 LPA |
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IIM Bangalore |
INR 31.20 LPA |
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IIM Kolkata |
INR 31 LPA |
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IIM Lucknow |
INR 29 LPA |
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IIM Indore |
INR 24.09 LPA |
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IIM Kozhikode |
INR 26.5 LPA |
The table above has tabulated the median CTCs of the institutes you asked for.
What CAT percentile do I need to score in order to have a healthy chance of converting IIM Calcutta? My profile is 9.8/83/8.3 (GEM fresher).
There is no specific percentile that will get you into IIM Calcutta. But if you want to stay on the safer side you meet to score at least 99.65-99.70+ in CAT. The minimum cutoff required for the general category remained 85 percentile, however, the actual cutoff to get a call remained much higher i.e around 98-99 percentile.
For the final selection, 4 parameters are considered:
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CAT score (weightage 30)
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Personal Interview (weightage 48)
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Point awarded for Academic Diversity at Bachelor’s level for Non- Engineering degree (weightage 4)
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Work Experience (weightage 8)
Since you are a fresher you need to work hard for the Personal Interview as it carries the highest weightage.
How is IIM Calcutta for the advanced program in data science, 1 year certification course?
Firstly the advanced program in Data Science is for working professionals only. It aims at upgrading the skills of a professional in his respective field. The various fields that are covered in its curriculum include
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Statistics
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Dat Mining
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Data Warehousing
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Machine Learning
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Data Visualisation
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Data Analysis
The course focuses solely on application in the above mentioned fields. You can choose a project depending on the requirements of your firm. You get special guidance by the IIM faculty throughout the time you work on the project. This helps you master your skills and gain experience. So this course is highly recommended for professionals who want to make the most of their skills.
What procedure should be followed to study in IIM Calcutta
The following instructions will help you make the most of the academics at IIM Calcutta:
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Prepare for the CFA level 1 during the initial few months itself
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Procure the study material and PPTs from your professors prior to the class. Going through them beforehand will enhance the learning experience.
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Studying and working in groups will enable you to socialize as well as meet people from diverse backgrounds.
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Prepare a good 3-page CV as soon as you join IIM Calcutta.
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There are many clubs that promote versatile interests. Being a part of them will be a good experience as extracurricular activities are also taken into consideration during the placements.
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Join sports or other games held within the campus.
Apart from these points don’t forget to enjoy your college days. Study hard but don’t miss out on the amazing experience.
What is the course structure of the PGPEX program at IIM Calcutta and how beneficial is it?
How does ISB Compares to IIM Calcutta? Provided a candidate is looking for Operations/General Management Roles post MBA.
The MBA course from ISB or the Indian School of Business specializes in offering Operations and General Management roles. My cousin is from the same B School. She has listed down some reputed companies that offer you Operations and General Management roles.
- Amazon
- Flipkart
- Uber
- Myntra
- ABG
Apart from these specialty roles are also offered by big firms like Apple and Fung group. Many start-ups offer good packages in Operation and General Management roles. But IIM Calcutta is nowhere behind in this aspect. Both offer equally good roles.
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