One very important aspect that people forget while choosing colleges is the leader under which the college performs. Without effective leadership, any new IIM will become a worthless B School. One such example is IIM Trichy. IIM Trichy prospered under the leadership of Director Sri Prafulla Agnihotri who made Trichy what it is today. He constructed it from scratch. Through his relentless efforts, he was able to attract top professors and build a sound faculty base. He managed to provide the best through the temporary campus itself.
The same person Director Sri Prafulla Agnihotri is now leading IIM Sirmaur so I can say with conviction that if not immediately, then gradually Sirmaur’s brand name will improve magnificently in the years to come. So surely it is worth joining IIM Sirmaur and do the Tourism and Hospitality course.
Top B Schools like LBSIM/FORE are incomparable to the new IIMs. They have been established for decades and the new IIMs cannot be included in them at least in the near future. Although some might say that some new IIMs are under the mentorship of old IIMs like Lucknow, they haven’t made the mark yet. Whereas the already leading B Schools LMSIM and FORE are on the verge of making it to the top. Even the IIM tag is of little value here.
Let me explain this through an example. You go to buy an electronic device and purchase a branded device. Yet the model is a very old one. It is of little value despite being branded. Same is the case here. The new IIMs do give you the IIM tag but it is of little worth.
IIM Sirmaur will be better. It has a better location compared to IIM Sambalpur. The placement record of the institute is also better. Dring IIM Sirmaur placements 2022, students received a median CTC of INR 12.23 LPA. While the average CTC for the top 25% of students was INR 17.16 LPA.
IIM Sirmaur has a good start-up culture. It is an exciting time to be a part of the institute. You will get the opportunity to start clubs and committees and play important roles in organizing debut flagship events.
IIM Sirmaur PGP has an International Immersion Programme. It was introduced to make leaders who can understand and adapt to the latest requirements of industry from around the world. This program will be a differentiator in the CV.
Both the courses give an edge to each other and cannot be compared. MBA T and HM are specialized courses that should be taken only if you are inclined toward the field. It helps you to establish a career and knowledge of the Tourism and Hospitality industry.
The 2-year MBA flagship course has been standing for more than 2 years and therefore its curriculum cannot be compared to that of these recently launched courses. Some perks of these courses are
So this course is very beneficial for people who have a keen interest in tourism.
No, I don't think the new IIMs should be preferred over a well-established institute like IMT Ghaziabad. I have seen many instances wherein people forgo offers from new IIMs to join IMT Ghaziabad.
The IIM brand has failed to convince students to join the new IIMs for a diploma. A cursory glance at the low placement figures last year at some of the relatively newer IIMs (Raipur, Rohtak, Ranchi, Kashipur, and Udaipur) when compared to their older counterparts, too, tells its own story.
Another important issue for management aspirants is that even if they are okay with the lack of infrastructure, full-time faculty members, and alumni, they cannot ignore the delayed start to the sessions at the new IIMs. While faculty members think that this time gap in starting operations can be bridged easily, students feel that they might lose out on their summer internships.
When considering the three business schools in question, IIM Sambalpur, IIM Sirmaur, and IMI Delhi are in the same league, with IMI Delhi having a slight edge over the other two in terms of placements. This is due to the fact that it is older than the newer IIMs and has been in the B-Schools scene for a longer period of time. However, it is important to note that the newer IIMs have had a meteoric rise because of their IIM designation.
All three of these business schools are good in their respective positions, but if you have a slight preference for Human Resources, IMI Delhi may be the better choice for you due to the HR profiles offered to students and the school's reputation for its HRM program. Additionally, while the location of IMI may be more favorable, if you are looking to study and make the most of your next two years in a more secluded setting away from the hustle and bustle of a metro area, IIM Sirmaur or Sambalpur may be more fitting.
Ultimately, it is important to reach out to students and alumni of these respective business schools to gain a clearer understanding and make a decision that aligns with your own preferences and goals. It is important to remember that ultimately, the decision should be based on what will allow you to perform at your best.
IIM Sirmaur is comparatively new but it has already gained fame and popularity soon due to its excellent performance in every aspect of being a good college.
There are lots of events, cultural fests being held at the institute. Both inter and intra level competitions shape you to be the better version of yourself and also make you corporate-world ready.
As a student at IIM Sirmaur, you will have the opportunity to learn from faculty members of IIM Lucknow, which, along with the diverse peer-to-peer learning in your batch, creates a dynamic and stimulating learning environment. The campus has several committees and clubs that ensure that you are active and engaged throughout your time here. Additionally, being part of the initial batches of students at IIM Sirmaur also provides unique freedoms and opportunities for you to be a trailblazer.
The program includes regular guest lectures by industry leaders, which provide valuable insights into the business world. Additionally, there is a one-month international immersion program in association with ICPE and Jožef Stefan Institute, Slovenia. The quality of students at IIM Sirmaur is outstanding, with many students having CAT percentiles as high as 99.5x.
The location of the campus is also a plus, with two airports (Dehradun and Chandigarh airports) located just two and a half hours away, and the beautiful river Yamuna flowing just beside the campus, surrounded by serene mountains, making it a beautiful place to live.
IIM Sirmaur is the best option among these. You will get good learning opportunities there. The faculties are highly qualified as any other IIM. Due to the smaller batch size, students get the required attention from professors.
The institute has a good placement record. IIM Sirmaur placement 2021 had an average CTC of INR 9.60 LPA. Besides the on-campus placement drive, the brand value will help you get jobs through offline applications.
IIM is a brand that will act as an asset for your entire life. You should definitely go for IIM Sirmaur over KJ Somaiya.
Thus, we can conclude that going for the brand is always a good idea to avail all the opportunities and to be on the clear path of success.