The one-liner answer to your question is - Yes you can crack CAT while studying full-time at IIM Raipur but you should not. This is because it entirely depends on your motivation and dedication. Without that, you won’t be able to prepare for CAT well and even end up affecting your PGP score.
I know a person who was able to ace this. He prepared for CAT relentlessly alongside pursuing PGP. He worked day and night, sacrificed his sleep, and was able to get into IIM Kozhikode. But what you need to understand from this is that it was a very uncommon and rare situation. Other students of the same batch tried the same but one was able to crack CAT.
It all comes down to how serious you are about joining a better IIM. If you are confident enough to ace the CAT and not let its preparation affect your PGP scores, then we’ll do well. Go for it!
I am unaware of your background and aspirations so I will try to answer your question generally.
The Executive MBA program is designed in e-learning mode to facilitate Working Executives. It is indeed a good option who want to avail earn and learn at the same time. Some highlights of the program are
So to end the discussion, I deem you to go for an Executive MBA and strive for excellence.
Your question basically means whether you should gain experience or pursue MBA from IIM Raipur. In my opinion, joining IIM Raipur is the right choice because
The fear of joining a new IIM is common as one is investing huge amounts of money. But you need to remember that every new IIM becomes an old IIM one day.
While many may discredit IIM Raipur because it is not an old IIM, I will still choose it over IIT Madras DoMS. My preference is based on the following reasons
To get a deeper insight into the credibility of IIM Raipur try comparing the companies that visit the campus with that of IIT Madras.
Although IIM Raipur is just a mediocre IIM, it does have certain features that set it apart from other IIMs. Some of them include
These points attract many aspirants who end up choosing IIM Raipur for their MBA program.
My sister is currently pursuing her MBA from IIM Raipur and she explains the hostel facilities there to be quite decent.
The hostels are quite decently equipped and make the lives of the students easy and comfortable.
I am sure my answer will motivate you for the best. Trust me not joining IIM Raipur was one of the best decisions you took. That B Schools is a substandard educational institution neither good for learning nor staying and making memories. People who join IIM Raipur are the ones who have literally no other option.
All these points clearly say that joining IIM Raipur would have been a grave mistake. So I suggest you try to excel in your current job and then slowly look for a better job or MBA opportunity.
Many of my students attend IIM programs in Shillong, Ranchi, and Raipur each year. While the placement outcomes at IIM Shillong and Ranchi are similar, the campus at IIM Shillong is more attractive and students at IIM Ranchi must spend an hour commuting to classes every day.
Additionally, the lack of a campus at IIM Ranchi may limit the ability to participate in a vibrant social scene. Therefore, IIM Shillong may be a better choice for those who value the campus learning experience.
IIM Rohtak is followed by IIM Raipur and IIT Madras.
IIM Rohtak and IIM Raipur are nearly equal. The only difference is that Rohtak is close to the NCR. They are nearly identical in terms of fees, placements, faculty, alumni base, peer learning, and so on.
If you are interested in analytics, IIT Madras is a good choice. The faculty is excellent, and many companies offer consulting and data science positions.
IIM Udaipur boasts of an enriched research culture. So I think one should prefer IIM Udaipur over IIM Raipur. Yet if you want me to draw a slight comparison between the two the table below will help.
Particulars |
IIM Udaipur |
IIM Raipur |
Rankings |
22 |
14 |
Highest CTC |
INR 35.96 LPA |
INR 35.96 LPA |
Average CTC |
INR 19.27 LPA |
INR 10.5 LPA |