Get Answers on Test Preparation, Admissions & Campus Life
Study Abroad Countries
How is IIM Visakhapatnam so far, can anyone shed some light over infrastructure, library and faculty? Why should I choose IIM V over other IIMs?
Classrooms
The classroom facilities at IIM Visakhapatnam are no joke and even IIM Bangalore professors were impressed by the classroom infrastructure. The classrooms are horse-shoe shaped elevated at every step to facilitate better professor and student contact.
Library
For book lovers, IIM Vishakhapatnam’s library is heaven. The vast library with 24-hour accessibility makes it one of the best. The librarian is very polite and is always on the hunt of bringing the best reads to the library. She even meets the professors and asks for their recommendations for the same. The library also has around 25 different subscriptions. Some of them include The Economist, EPW, Harvard Business Review, and MIT Sloan management.
Faculty
Most of the faculty is from the top B school IIM Bangalore and speaks of credibility. They are learned, experienced and passionate about teaching.
Crowd
Your batchmates will be people from various backgrounds, professions, and cultures. This ensures an all-round learning experience.
So people choose IIM Visakhapatnam over other IIMs because of such facilities and the best opportunities it has to offer.
How does Prof. Jayasankar Ramanathan teach at IIM Visakhapatnam?
My sister was a student at IIM Visakhapatnam and always praised Prof. Jayasankar Ramanathan specifically. She used to say that although every teacher in IIMs is unique, this particular professor had the ability to grab the attention of the weakest minds. His pedagogy was like no other. Here are some highlights of his unique teaching methodology.
- Right on the first day he will give you a question paper with basic questions related to your prior knowledge of marketing. He does the same on the last day and now you have to answer based on the knowledge you have acquired in 2 years. Then he gives you both the answer sheets and asks you to compare your answers. The drastic difference stems from the elaborate knowledge you have acquired in 2 years.
- The topics are usually covered through case discussions
- The students are selected for class discussions by drawing their roll numbers anonymously
- He is amazing with drawing insights from numbers and tables
- He prefers formal contact between students and himself via mail or prior appointments.
- He focuses a lot on disciplinary conduct
- He refuses to clear doubts in the middle of the class. You can jot them down and ask them the next day
- He assigns extremely mind-boggling projects that require your entire attention
- He gives more weightage to projects and ensures comprehensive evaluation.
- He sometimes arranged some fun games that indirectly promote learning
The best part was that he used the same cards he used to draw names for class discussions and wrote best wishes in them and gave them to the students. All these unique methodologies made him everyone’s favorite.
Which one is better, IIM Vizag or IIM Kashipur?
I would deem IIM Kashipur as a far better choice than IIM Vizag. Some vital points that favor my inclination are
- Legacy: Being older than IIM Vizag, IIM Kashipur has a much stronger and widespread alumni network.
- Infrastructure: The outstanding infrastructure of IIM Kashipur cannot be compared to that of Vizag. It has amazing hostel facilities, a library, well-equipped classrooms, and libraries.
- Location: IIM Kashipur enjoys a better location than Vizag. But location cannot be the only deciding factor.
- Pedagogy: The learning environment and process are much more enhanced at IIM Kashipur. Under the mentorship of IIM Lucknow, Kashipur has successfully adapted to the teaching methods of older IIMs consisting of exams, events, and placements.
- Ranking: Because of a better alumni base, IIM Kashipur enjoys better brand recall. Hence it has better rankings.
All these points clearly state that IIM Kashipur is a better choice than IIM Vizag.
Should I go for an MBA from IIM Visakhapatnam or try next year?
IIM Visakhapatnam is one of the newest IIMs and lacks credibility to a great extent. The State and Central governments might be trying to make this a good institution but I don’t think it’s capable of offering a plethora of opportunities in terms of placements, exposure, peer learning, or faculty. I will suggest you go for a different IIM if you have any other option up to your sleeve. Even a new IIM that has just been established for a year or two is better. Make sure its infrastructure, placements, and faculty are at par with the IIM standards. It’s too early to claim with surety of IIM Visakhapatnam’s worth. Moreover, if you were able to crack CAT this year, it’s better you try again next year with a bit more determination and target a better B School.
What should I join, SIBM Pune or IIM Visakhapatnam?
Don’t go for IIM Visakhapatnam if you are just attracted by the IIM tag. While it surely is part of the IIM family that does not necessarily mean it has the same standards. Between the two, SIBM Pune gives a slight edge to IIM Visakhapatnam. If you talk about them generally they definitely are good institutions, but they are not the best. IIM Visakhapatnam is not yet recognised at SIBM Pune.
But if your preference is staying in your hometown or other location factors and IIM Visakhapatnam is suitable for you, then go for it. Both are almost similar in terms of worth and academics. At the end of the day it’s not the institution but your own performance that matters.
Which is a better choice among IMI New Delhi, IIM-N and IIM-V? Why?
As an MBA aspirant, you should check the recent placements of IMI New Delhi, IIM-N, and IIM-V, faculty quality, student welfare avenues, and infrastructure to compare and evaluate different institutes. It's important to focus on median placement figures and adjust for batch size.
You must look into the opportunities available for student involvement and well-being, such as clubs, societies, sports, cultural events, and corporate competitions. Check the corporate competition section of the school's website to see which companies participate, the positions secured by students, and the number of winners. Good performance in corporate competitions can indicate peer quality and highlight the institute among recruiters. While the brand IIM tag may benefit baby IIMs, established institutes may have better locations, student activities, and industry and alumni connections.
What are the differences between IIM Kashipur and IIM Visakhapatnam in terms of placements and overall infrastructure?
IIM Kashipur and IIM Visakhapatnam both had strong placement records in 2022, with 150+ and 86+ recruiters respectively. The highest salary package offered at IIM Kashipur was INR 28.82 LPA, while the highest salary package offered at IIM Visakhapatnam was INR 31.60 LPA. Both institutes reported an increase in the average salary offered, with IIM Kashipur reporting an 8.256% increase and IIM Visakhapatnam reporting a 19.33% increase. Both institutes had a significant number of offers from major recruiters such as Amazon, Deloitte, HCL, etc. The highest number of recruiters came from the IT/ITES sector. The highest number of placements were made in the Consulting domain at IIM Visakhapatnam.
IIM Kashipur and IIM Visakhapatnam are both premier management institutes in India and have well-developed infrastructure. However, there may be some differences in terms of the facilities and amenities provided by the institutes. IIM Kashipur has a fully-equipped campus with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus has an auditorium, library, computer lab, sports facilities, and hostel accommodation for students. The institute also has an Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) to promote and support the entrepreneurial spirit of students.
IIM Visakhapatnam also has a modern and well-equipped campus. The campus has a library, computer lab, sports facilities, and hostel accommodations for students. The institute also has an Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) to promote and support the entrepreneurial spirit of students. The institute also has an incubation center and a Centre for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Incubation (CIEI) which provides a platform for students to develop and incubate their business ideas.
In conclusion, both IIM Kashipur and IIM Visakhapatnam have a well-equipped infrastructure with state-of-the-art facilities and amenities to support the academic and co-curricular activities of students. However, IIM Visakhapatnam may have an additional center for innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Incubation to support students who have business ideas. It's recommended to visit the campuses or check the institutes' websites for more information about the infrastructure and facilities.
Which is better among SP Jain, IIM Kozhikode, and IIM Visakhapatnam?
Both SP Jain and IIM Kozhikode are considered to be reputable management institutes in India, and they have their own unique features and advantages.
SP Jain has a fixed domain system where students have to choose a specific domain like finance or marketing in the beginning, and they cannot change it later. On the other hand, IIM Kozhikode has a flexible curriculum where students take a common first-year curriculum and then choose relevant domain-specific subjects in the second year. This allows students to explore different areas of management before committing to a specific domain.
IIM Kozhikode has the advantage of the IIM brand name, which is considered to be one of the most prestigious in India. However, SP Jain has a more diverse student body as there is no reservation policy and the average placement package is higher than IIM Kozhikode.
IIM Vishakhapatnam, while being a newer IIM, is considered to be behind both SP Jain and IIM Kozhikode in terms of reputation and placements. Ultimately, the decision of which institute to choose depends on the individual student's preferences and career goals.
How good are the IIM Visakhapatnam hostels?
IIM Visakhapatnam offers clean and well-maintained hostel accommodation to its students. The rooms are provided on a twin-sharing basis and are of identical shape and size. Each room is equipped with two beds, two good-quality mattresses, two cupboards with a few hangers, two tables, two overhead racks, and a split AC. Bathrooms are attached to the rooms and are clean and spacious. The hostel is situated on the beach road and offers a beautiful view of the sea, adding to the overall experience of staying at the hostel.
The hostel is also equipped with amenities such as a refrigerator, kettles, a common room with a LED television and comfy sofa set, fully automated washing machines, clothes drying stands and ropes, high-speed internet, and newspapers. The domestic help comes to clean the rooms on a daily basis and takes care of additional tasks such as fixing bedsheets and folding clothes. The mess/dining area provides breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner options, both South Indian and North Indian.
The hostel also offers recreational facilities such as a TT table, pool table, and carom board, allowing students to make the most of their spare time. Overall, the institute treats its students like guests and takes great care to provide them with all the necessary amenities to make their stay comfortable.
Which college is better for an MBA (PGDM) in marketing among IMT Ghaziabad and baby IIMs (Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Amritsar)?
It all depends on what you are looking for, your goals, and your preferences. IMT Ghaziabad (Estd. 1980) is an old legacy institute while the baby IIMs (Estd. 2015) (although it is offensive to call them that) are relatively new. Below is a table comparing their absolute numbers like Fees, Highest salary package, and the average salary package.
|
College |
Fees |
Highest CTC |
Average CTC |
|
IMT Ghaziabad |
INR 19.53 Lakhs |
INR 65.6 LPA |
INR 17.35 LPA |
|
IIM Nagpur |
INR 18 Lakhs |
INR 64 LPA |
INR 16.74 LPA |
|
IIM Amritsar |
INR 16 Lakhs |
INR 64 LPA |
INR 16.51 LPA |
|
IIM Visakhapatnam |
INR 17.04 Lakhs |
INR 32.65 LPA |
INR 16.61 LPA |
As you can see there is not much difference in the colleges in absolute numbers the only difference is the IIM tag.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWS LETTER
