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Which IIM amongst the two should one join, IIM Ranchi and IIM Raipur?
If we talk about the brand value and worth of these two IIMs I don’t think there are many dissimilarities. The difference between the two is some personal level factors like
Campus: IIM Ranchi has no permanent campus and this is one of the major shortcomings of this institute. IIM Raipur on the other hand has a vast 200-acre campus. It is decked with world-class facilities and will give you the feeling of staying at a hotel.
Placements: IIM Raipur has better placements than IIM Ranchi and for many, this is a major deciding factor. The table below compares the placement statistics of the two IIMs.
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Particulars |
IIM Raipur |
IIM Ranchi |
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Highest CTC |
INR 42.15 LPA |
INR 32.21 LPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 17.73 LPA |
INR 16.17 LPA |
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Median CTC |
INR 16.95 LPA |
INR 15.50 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Accenture, Airtel, IBM, Swiggy |
Deloitte, Aditya Birla Group, Infosys, EY, IBM |
Since the brand value of the 2 institutes is almost the same you can choose on the basis of the above factors.
Why are IIM Ranchi and Raipur underrated compared to IIM Udaipur even after better placement records?
I think the single most important reason why IIM Raipur and Ranchi are considered below IIM Udaipur is the lack of proper marketing. IIM Udaipur has managed to make its mark through enough marketing and promoting research culture. The IIMRs is also flawed in the sense that they are located in extremely poor economic states. This flaw overshadows all their features and the fact that they have better placement scenarios than IIM Udaipur.
Every IIM has set a certain goal and is gradually climbing the ladder to reach its level of excellence. The same is the case with IIMRs. In just a few years these two will be among the best IIMs in India.
Is the Executive Certificate Program titled "Digital marketing and Social Media strategy“ from IIM Raipur in association with Nulearn worth it?
Whether a program is worth it or not depends on what you want from it. So I will try my best to answer this question generally. Let’s consider some scenarios and see where the Digital Marketing and Social Media strategy program is beneficial and where it’s not.
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- If you already have a Digital Marketing role in an organization with 2 or more years of experience. This is because the IIM tag might help you boost your salary package and climb the hierarchy within your organization.
- If you want to switch your domain to Digital Marketing. This Certificate will be beneficial in this case as no matter how much experience you have, you are a fresher in this field. So for such people, it’s necessary that they take up relevant courses according to their current work profile. In such a scenario I will recommend you take up freelancing in Digital Marketing while you continue to work on your core profile. This will ensure that you change your career when you witness growth only.
- If you are a fresher who has just completed their graduation then Digital Marketing Program from a specialized institute is definitely a good choice.
My personal opinion is that specialized institutes are way better than IIMs to start a career in Digital Marketing. Rest is your choice.
Can you become a professor in IIMs or IITs after FPM from new IIMs, like Rohtak or Raipur?
Becoming a professor from the new IIMs is definitely possible but rare. The FPM program offered at the new IIMs has varied peers some being freshers while some with Masters from foreign universities.
The following things matter when selecting an Assistant Professor in a new IIM
- Your experience
- The quality of your papers
The chances are rare because most of the new IIMs have professors who have done Ph.D. from older IIMs like IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, and IIM Calcutta. Ph.D. is a program that totally depends on your performance and research. The initial years focus solely on research training and cannot be enough to make you eligible for faculty positions.
So your chances are rare but not null.
Which one is better, MICA or IIM Raipur for digital marketing?
The question should be which one is better for me. Because one course might be good for you but not for others while the same course might be good for others but not for you. So check what you want from the course and then decide which one is best for you.
If you are just passionate about digital marketing and are serious about working in an organization for the same, then the MICA program is the best one for you.
But if you want to broaden your options and look everywhere at once, then IIM Raipur is a good choice for you. It’s a good choice because
- The IIM tag
- Best faculty
- Much better placements
- Student Exchange Programs
IIM Raipur is however not a probable option if you are just into digital marketing. This is because it’s not definite if the placement opportunities offered by the visiting companies match your interests. So make a choice after thorough research and thinking.
Can a student at the IIM Raipur get a placement in Raipur or a nearby city?
Let me be honest, your chances of getting an offer from Raipur itself are very less. My stance can be proved through the following reasons
- Raipur is not a very big city and does not have many top firms that will visit the IIM campus.
- In case a company does visit, you have to get shortlisted and give the interview on the same day. Without proper preparation, you might even flunk it.
- Even with the low chances a company does visit the campus, the chances of your second-year specialization matching with the specialization that particular company is looking for are rare.
- It was extremely difficult to get into an IIM after facing tough competition. In such a case you shouldn’t limit your chances to a single location only.
Broaden your options and trust me once out of IIM you will be brave enough to survive anywhere.
Is there any opinion about the Uptop certification on cyber security in association with IIM Raipur?
Yes, I do have an opinion regarding the same. This course is the most unprofessional and unreliable course I have come across. People who are looking for better job opportunities need to stay away from this course. This is because the course offers everything but job assistance. You cannot depend on this course and expect offers from companies after completing the program. The brochure provided initially, the various job opportunities are mentioned which is quite misleading.
The course is conducted by the IIM Raipur faculty itself. UpTop has not much connection with the students at all. People join this course eager to switch domains or change jobs. But this course fails to help in any of this. The course is just a source of making free money and misleading people. So if you or anyone you know is going for this course, please stop them before they fall into the pit.
How would you rank IIM Udaipur, Trichy, Ranchi, and Raipur?
It is difficult to provide a definitive ranking of business schools as the best choice will depend on your individual priorities and goals. To determine which among IIM Udaipur, Trichy, Ranchi, and Raipur is the best fit for you, it is important to consider factors such as the curriculum and placement opportunities in your desired field, the focus on research, the availability of Students Exchange Programs and other opportunities for exposure, and the overall perception of the school.
If you have a specific field or area of focus in mind, you should look for a B-school that offers a strong curriculum and good placement prospects in that area. If you are interested in gaining hands-on research experience, you should consider schools that have a strong orientation toward research. If you are looking for opportunities to gain exposure and experience through programs like student exchange, you should consider schools with a strong track record in this area.
If you do not have a specific priority and are unable to identify a clear difference between the opportunities offered by different B-schools, you may want to consider their perception. While this can be difficult to quantify, their overall perception can impact the quality of your peers and the overall learning environment. To judge the perception of a B-school, you should do your own research and consider factors such as the reputation of the school, the accomplishments of its faculty and alumni, and the resources and support available to students. Ultimately, the best choice for you will depend on your personal goals and priorities.
What are the B-school competitions floated in IIM Raipur?
IIM Raipur was ranked 13th among the B Schools in India owing to its excellent performance in. competitions. It is the only new IIM that has reached this rank. It has won in some of these top D2C events
- ISCEA
- HUL Lime
- Amazon Ace
- TATA steel
- Reliance TUP
- V Guard
- ET PRIME
- India Mart
Many students were able to secure PPO and PPI opportunities through them. Many talented students of IIM Raipur have shone the institute's name through National level competitions like
- Piramal
- ICICI Lombard
- AbInBev
- Reliance TUP 2
- Deloitte International study competition
- Infosys Ingenious
- TVS credit
- RBI
The major agenda of these competitions is to impart great learning experience and to facilitate peer learning.
Apart from competitions, one can learn from short-term projects, clubs, and committees. All these events have one common goal, To enable the students to identify and maximize their potential and interests.
How good is IIM Raipur, and what is the position amongst the six new IIMs and Shillong?
Firstly let me clarify one thing. IIM Raipur cannot be compared to IIM Shillong because the latter is out of the league and is no longer a new IIM. Its worth and placements are much better than the newer IIMs and are in the league of old IIMs. We can only compare IIM Raipur to the 6 new IIMs namely Raipur, Ranchi, Rohtak, Trichy, Udaipur, and Kashipur.
After Shillong, one new IIM that gives an edge to older IIMs is Ranchi mainly because it works under the mentorship of IIM Calcutta. The placement statistics of IIM Ranchi are a testament to the same.
After Ranchi comes to Trichy, one of the fastest-growing IIMs. It has a decent placement scenario and a better professional approach.
Raipur and Udaipur are almost similar and are better than Kashipur and Rohtak. Raipur especially enjoys location advantage being situated in the capital of Chattisgarh. The faculty base is also quite learned and the institute has proper connectivity.
Kashipur has many connectivity issues but is famous for its guest lectures and interaction with industry experts.
IIM Rohtak is the last in line mainly because of its pathetic placement scenario which overshadows its vicinity to Delhi.
So the final order is
Shillong>Ranchi>Trichy>Raipur=Udaipur>Kashipur>Rohtak
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