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How is PGPM course of Great Lakes Chennai?
The PGPM course of Great Lakes Chennai is suitable for you only if
- You are from IT Background: This is because most of your peers will be IT GUYS, from TCS, Wipro, Infosys
- You are okay with less pay: Almost 95% companies offer packages around 7-9 LPA including various components. The overall salary is less than 5 Lakhs.
- Want to go back to the IT field after placements: The highest roles offered are from the IT sector else very substandard roles are offered.
- You are willing to settle in Chennai: Most companies offer jobs in Chennai itself so if you are ready to settle in Chennai, go for it.
Honestly, the faculty, and accommodation facilities are not at par with the usual standards and you might even regret your decision as you will end up with a low salary and no career prospects.
What is better: PGPM at IIM Trichy or Great lakes Institute of Management, Chennai?
IIM Trichy may be a good choice if you value the brand value of IIMs. However, Great Lakes Institute of Management (GL) outperforms IIM Trichy in several areas:
- The average CTC at GL is INR 17.86 LPA, while at IIM Trichy it is INR 17.01 LPA. However, the one-year program at GL allows students to enter the job market faster, mitigating the difference in CTC. In addition, the batch size at GL is larger and the highest CTC offered is higher than that at IIM Trichy every year.
- GL has a higher quality faculty compared to IIM Trichy and can only be compared to the top 5 institutes in India in terms of faculty.
- GL has a larger alumni base.
- Some companies, such as TCS, offer higher tier profiles to students at GL compared to those at IIM Trichy. Both institutes have a focus on IT placements, making this comparison significant.
- GL is recognized by AMBA, one of the three largest business school accreditation organizations, and is also a GMAT preferred school.
- The quality of students at GL is on par with IIM Trichy. The average CAT/XAT score at GL is 94%ile, with a cut-off around 90. The average percentile is likely to be higher than IIM Trichy as the cut-offs for reserved categories at IIMs are lower.
There are numerous comparisons where GL outperforms IIM Trichy. However, other B-schools such as JBIMS, MDI Gurgaon, and IIFT Delhi may also be considered over new IIMs.
Which is best? MISB Bocconi, SOIL India, Woxsen or Great Lakes chennai?
The best college depends on an individual's preferences and their future prospects. My friend is an alumnus of MISB Bocconi and was all praise of the institute's holistic approach. Listing a few perks he told me about the semester spent in Italy that gave him exposure at another level. The institute has a diverse faculty pool with professors from every corner of the world and top B Schools like IIMs. The student crowd is also heterogeneous and enhances the learning experience. All this helps you determine your inclinations and passions.
I am not saying MISB is better than the other mentioned institutes. All I am saying is that every college caters to different kinds of students and you should look for the one that caters to your needs its better to talk to the current batch as well as the alumni to get a better understanding and then make an informed decision.
How transparent is the PGDM admission process for Great Lakes Chennai?
Unfortunately, the Great Lakes PGDM admission process is not at all transparent. The candidates are never provided with the waitlists. Although there are 2 cycles for around 120 seats, they don’t reveal how many seats they fill with cycle 2.
In fact, the students of the second cycle never receive emails for selection, and the interviews conducted date just for formality.
The admissions results are not announced for weeks and the administration does not even care to respond to emails. Great Lakes Gurgaon on the other hand responds well to emails and the authorities will somehow convince you to consider Great Lakes Gurgaon over Chennai.
The entire process is very fishy and students are misled even after paying registration fees.
Which college is better, the Narsee Monjee Mumbai or the Great Lakes Chennai?
The best college depends on your profile, work experience, and future prospects. Consider the following scenarios
- If you have no or very little work experience and want to get a specialization in any other discipline than Systems or IT, then NMIMS Mumbai is the better choice for you.
- If you have 2-3 years of work experience and want specialization in Systems and IT, NMIMS Mumbai would be the best choice. This is because, in GLIM, students with work experience and freshers are treated as equals.
- But if you have a work experience of more than 3 years, then GLIM is the best choice for you.
So, make a choice that suits your needs the best!
What is the GMAT cutoff score for the PGPM course at Great Lakes Chennai and what is the average placement package after the same?
Great Lakes is a highly reputed B School that offers AICTE-approved one-year PGPM and two-year PGDM programs. For its PGPM program, Great Lakes accepts CAT, XAT, and CMAT. Here are the cutoffs of these respective exams
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CAT 2021/2022 |
80 |
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XAT 2022/2023 |
80 |
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GMAT (Taken after Jan 1, 2020, for PGPM and after Jan 1, 2021, for PGDM) |
600 |
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CMAT 2022 for PGPM and CMAT 2022/2023 for PGDM |
Below 5000 All India Rank for Chennai Campus Below 10000 All India Rank for the Gurgaon campus |
Great Lakes will accept only Last year's scores of CAT and XAT for Cycle -1 of the PGPM 2023 admission process and for both the years in Cycle-2
However, the admissions are done holistically so qualifying the above cutoffs cannot alone determine your chances of admission here. The cutoffs too vary every year depending on the applicant pool and quality. Approximately, a 90+ percentile in XAT/CAT and a 600+ score in GMAT would be considered suitable subjects to meet other criteria.
Great Lakes placement for PGPM recorded 100% placements in 2023 with an average salary recorded at 18.10 LPA.
Is taking admission in a college like TAPMI, GIM and Great Lakes Chennai a good decision or should I drop a year to try for the IIMs?
If you can afford taking a year drop, then definitely go for it and aim for IIMs or other top B-schools such as IIFT, S.P. Jain, FMS. If you do not achieve a higher score than you did this year, you will have to explain what you did with an extra year to not only IIMs, but to every interview you go. However, I would recommend going through the interviews, seeing what you have converted this year, and then make an informed decision.GIM is also a good institute and so is tapmi, but they don't fall in the same category as IIMs though.
After an MBA from a 2 or 3 tier college, like NMIMS Bangalore or GLIM Chennai, what kind of profile and salary can I expect? Can I get a mid-level management position right after graduating?
It varies depending on the individual's skills, experience, and the reputation of the college they have graduated from. The perception of a college can differ from one company to another. For example, Amazon might consider GLIM Chennai as a tier 1 college while Deloitte might consider it tier 2. The reputation of a college is subjective and depends on the perspective of the employer.
Regarding job roles, there are many possibilities after completing an MBA. If you are looking for mid-level management roles, it depends on what type of management you are seeking. If you are looking for people management or just a seat at the table, then any college can provide this opportunity, provided the companies that visit the college for placement match your expectations.
However, strategic business decision-making roles are rare. No employer would hire someone without experience, regardless of academic tier. A strong track record can lead to these roles. Depending on talents, experience, and the college's reputation, an MBA from a 2 or 3 tier college can open up many professional prospects, including mid-level management roles.
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Institute |
Highest Salary |
Average Salary |
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NMIMS Bangalore |
INR 19.70 LPA |
INR 14 LPA |
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GLIM Chennai |
INR 34 LPA |
INR 19.70 LPA |
Which is better, Great Lakes Chennai or Gurgaon for PGDM?
I once visited the campus of Great Lakes Chennai and I knew right then that it was going to be my dream college. I also looked up at the Gurgaon campus and it was clearly visible how the infrastructure of the Chennai campus was way superior to that of the Gurgaon campus.
The Chennai campus is located away from the hustle and bustle of the city in a serene location around 60km from Chennai. This beautiful campus spreads across 27 acres and the tranquility can be felt by all nature lovers. I am attaching some pictures that will do justice to the beauty of this campus
Aerial view of the ground and the mess
Hostels
The pictures alone cannot testify to the campus's beauty so it's recommended you visit it once.
Ultimately, both campuses offer equal opportunities and education the only difference lies in the infrastructure and quality of campus life.
How is the PGPM flex program offered by Great Lakes Chennai? Is it worth to go for this program considering I am already working in IT.
The worth of the program depends on a number of parameters and it’s important to analyze what parameters matter more to you than others. Nevertheless, consider the following points
- The academic exposure will give you a complete business mindset through a wide range of core courses that will strengthen your basics.
- The faculty pool comprises extremely learned and highly esteemed professors of the country. Finance, Marketing, and Analytics are taught by the most sought-after faculties. Their strong industrial ties make the learning experience practical and less theoretical.
- The Great Lakes Chennai PGDM flex program is not full-time so your campus life will be limited to the weekends.
- The campus time for you would be limited when compared to a full-time course. Nevertheless, the LEAD-rated campus with its serene atmosphere will be your best place for the weekend.
- The ROI is high considering that many firms recognize this program and consider you for their higher management positions.
- This program is also beneficial for those who are willing to switch jobs.
- The program has no campus placements so students have to depend on their contacts from varied backgrounds and faculty with strong industrial ties.
This is the best institute for enhancing your managerial knowledge and connections in the industry.
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