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Which college should I choose between IIT Roorkee and IIM Sirmaur for MBA?
I don’t even need to ponder over this question for a long time. The answer is very simple. You should choose IIT Roorkee over IIM Sirmaur for MBA. The reason being its new establishment. People don’t care if you are an IIM student unless you belong to the older ones. The new IIMs are yet to make a mark in the industry especially the likes of IIM Jammu and Sirmaur.
IIT Roorkee on the other hand is very good at placements and peer learning. Given the current situation of both institutes, IIT Roorkee is definitely the better option. The IIM tag offered by Sirmaur lacks credibility and even if it will be beneficial, it will be after some years and not right away.
Which college should I join, IMT Ghaziabad (marketing) or IIM Sirmaur? I have work experience of 3 years in the IT industry.
The new IIMs like IIM Sirmaur and Jammu prefer experienced work professionals over freshers. This is so that the B School can boast its profile in front of corporates during placements. Other than the IIM tag it has nothing to offer and is not in the league of well-established companies. IMT Ghaziabad specializes in Marketing and IIM Sirmaur is nowhere comparable in this aspect. I’m fact IMT Ghaziabad is better than IIM Sirmaur in all these aspects
- brand
- crowd
- faculty exposure
- corporate connect
- roles offered
- alums
- location
Your IT background will also fetch you a good role if you join IMT Ghaziabad only.
What is the international immersion program at IIM Sirmaur?
This program recently initiated by IIM Sirmaur targets students who want International Exposure. It’s actually a rich blend of the IIM curriculum and added exposure to international business practices, strategic operations management, and current issues in the European markets.
The duration of the program is 1 month. The pedagogy comprises industry visits and weekend trips which facilitate classroom learning and help the students comprehend the context better.
For a better understanding, let me narrate my sister's experience. She flew to Milan, the fashion capital of the world. On the weekdays the entire focus was given to studying at SDA Bocconi and weekends were a getaway for traveling and exploring. She describes the teaching method as spectacular. The faculty was very experienced and highly learned and taught them to find the solutions to the toughest problem in the simplest and most systematic way. The industry visit to Ferrari and Maserati was the cherry on the cake. She was also able to explore Europe's famous places like Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Lugano Lake, Mont Brie, Genova, etc., and the marvelous architecture of Rome, Florence, and Pisa.
All in all, she claims that the experience of IIP broadened her mindset and perspective to see things from different dimensions. It provided a sense of self-development and made her realize that the world is filled with unlimited opportunities.
What was your experience of studying at IIM Sirmaur?
My brother was a part of the batch that suffered from covid regulations. Although the first year was online, the second year was totally virtual. Other than online classes one major hardship his batch faced was the internship offer getting revoked. Narrating his experience, he told me that
- the initial days were very enthusiastic and filled with thrill. Throughout the day, formal inductions were conducted and esteemed guests from the industry enlightened the students about the dos and don'ts of the College.
- Other activities included students getting enrolled to various clubs and committees which required interviews.
- The pedagogy comprises the case study, preparation, and guest lecture. You have to make presentations and also discuss the slides in front of your batchmates
- Interacting with peers from various walks of life is itself an enriching experience. You can use this opportunity to grow.
- The student-driven culture allows you to manage and organize various events. You get maximum exposure through managing the budget, learning the operation of event management, networking with the right set of guests, and having close interaction with them.
- Owing to its vicinity to many cities you get to explore places like Dehradun, Maclodgangj, Dharamshala, and Chandigarh. You can also take road trips down to the Himalayan lane.
Overall the experience was a really good one and my brother made some amazing college memories.
Are colleges like LBSIM/FORE better than? IIM Nagpur, Sambalpur, Sirmaur, and Jammu?
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.
Which one is better for an MBA, IIT Kanpur or IIM Jammu/Sirmaur?
Below are the details of IIT Kanpur:
- Knowledge aspect: Experienced professors are available for each domain, including finance, marketing, analytics, operations, strategy, and human resources.
- The aspect of placement: The highest salary offered is 22 LPA, with an average salary of 16.6 LPA. In comparison to last year, the average salary increased by 22%.
- Fees: The total cost of a 2-year program (tuition fees + hostel + mess) is INR 2.8 L - 13.1 L.
- Ranking: According to the NIRF listing 2022, IIT Kanpur is ranked 20th in the management category.
Below are the details of IIM Sirmaur:
- Knowledge aspects: It provides a two-year full-time, regular, a residential sectoral MBA program with a specialization in Tourism & Hospitality Management. There are six trimesters, with three trimesters in each academic year.
- Placement aspects: It has kept its 100% placement record, with a 29% increase in the Average Package of INR 12.74 LPA and a 66% increase in the Highest Package of INR 26.5 LPA.
- Fees: A two-year program will cost INR 1,575,000 in total (tuition, housing, and meals).
- Ranking: According to the NIRF listing 2022, IIM Sirmaur is ranked 69th in the management category.
Below are the details of IIM Jammu:
- Knowledge aspects: The faculty members are phenomenal. They are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The majority of them have taught at previous IIMs. Aside from the faculty, the institute has a decent culture.
- Placement aspects: The highest package is INR 32 LPA. The average and median packages are INR 13.53 LPA and INR 11.4 LPA, respectively.
- Fees: The total tuition fees are ?13.2 L - 30.11 L.
- Ranking: According to the NIRF listing 2022, IIM Jammu is ranked 36th in the management category.
You should get your MBA from IIT Kanpur as soon as reasonably practicable. Don't be swayed by the IIM label.
Is an interview with IIM Bodh Gaya better than one with Jammu or Sirmaur?
Yes, personally I think if you have the above options only, then definitely go for IIM Bodh Gaya. The institute has many perks that will not leave you regretting your decision.
- Single occupancy hostel room
- 24 hours power backup
- Wi-Fi facilities available in hostel
- 24/7 mess facilities available
- A gym
- A common room to watch TV and play table tennis
- Facilities for outdoor games like volleyball, badminton, football, cricket, basketball are also available.
- IIM Bodh Gaya gets IIM Calcutta’s faculty.
All these advantages make IIM Bodh Gaya a better choice.
Who are some of the famous alumni of IIM Sirmaur?
Some of the famous alumni of IIM Sirmaur include :
- Yash Shah, (PGP 03) : Marketing Manager at Reliance Industries Limited.
- Mohammad Sameer, (PGP 04) : Associate Consultant at ZoomRx.
- Suprateek Gulia, (PGP 01) : Management Executive at NIXI.
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