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Can I crack CAT while studying in IIM Raipur?
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!
Is it worth doing PGPMWE (Executive MBA) from IIM Raipur? How is it going to benefit someone who has 8-10 years of experience in a government bank?
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
- The IIM brand name
- You can continue your job alongside your MBA program which ensures a good ROI
- The learning imparted through this program helps you climb the ladder in your own organization or look for a better job outside it.
- Since you already have 10 years of experience, a full-time MBA program will be risky and offer very little placement opportunities.
So to end the discussion, I deem you to go for an Executive MBA and strive for excellence.
Should I join Accenture or IIM Raipur?
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
- You have cleared CAT and got selected. This might never happen in the future again due to the unpredictable nature of CAT. So don’t lose this opportunity.
- Joining Raipur right now is almost similar to going for a better B school 2 years later as Raipur might be flourishing till then.
- Even if you work and join IIM Raipur later, your disinterest in the job might be reflected in your interview thus becoming a negative impact on the panelists.
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.
What should I choose between IIM Raipur and IIT Madras DoMS
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
- IIT is a technical institute and is yet to develop in the Business World. This restricts its bonding with leading B Schools, companies and other committees.
- The crowd is more inclined towards technical education and mostly engineers. Whereas IIM Raipur welcomes a diverse crowd from various professions.
- The overall environment of IIT is not suitable for a Management program. IIM Raipur has laid a perfect environment for the same.
- IIM Raipur renders a perfect ambiance for boosting your business and management skills. Such an opportunity is not there in IIT.
To get a deeper insight into the credibility of IIM Raipur try comparing the companies that visit the campus with that of IIT Madras.
What advantage does IIM Raipur have over the other new IIMs?
Although IIM Raipur is just a mediocre IIM, it does have certain features that set it apart from other IIMs. Some of them include
- Students exchange program
- Curriculum based on Harvard Business School course
- Older than 10 years. This opens gates for more big firms to visit the campus that don’t visit IIMs that are less than 10 years old.
- A mixed-talented crowd from various walks of life
These points attract many aspirants who end up choosing IIM Raipur for their MBA program.
How are the hostel facilities at IIM Raipur?
My sister is currently pursuing her MBA from IIM Raipur and she explains the hostel facilities there to be quite decent.
- There are 400 occupants and 4 hostel buildings
- Students are granted single occupancy rooms with a separate washroom
- A typical hostel room comprises a mattress, fan, cupboard, study table, and a side table.
- The washrooms are clean and hygienic and have proper facilities like geysers and showers.
- Clean drinking water is available everywhere within the hostel
- 24/7 water and electricity supply is an added boom
- The rooms are cleaned regularly
- 24/7 Wi-Fi facilities are available
- The rooms are properly ventilated with a window
- Every hostel building has a guard for security purposes
- The radiant cooling system helps to beat the extreme hot weather during July/August
- Lifts and balconies are extra facilities
The hostels are quite decently equipped and make the lives of the students easy and comfortable.
I had got a call from IIM Raipur and I didn't join. Now my job is frustrating and I'm getting depressed for missing out on the opportunity and can't concentrate for this year's CAT. What should I do?
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.
- The faculty is poorly experienced and the classroom learning is not even mediocre.
- There is no extracurricular activity culture at all. No events are conducted to promote cultures and no festivals are celebrated
- The hostel facilities are the worst here. During peak summers, the cooling system is switched off to cut down on expenses
- The CTC mentioned in the placement reports is inflated and highly misleading
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.
Which IIM will be better to accept IIM Shillong, Ranchi or Raipur?
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.
Which of the three is better: IIM Rohtak, IIM Raipur, or IIT Madras?
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.
Which one should I choose between IIM Udaipur and IIIM Raipur?
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.
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Particulars |
IIM Udaipur |
IIM Raipur |
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Rankings |
22 |
14 |
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Highest CTC |
INR 35.96 LPA |
INR 35.96 LPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 19.27 LPA |
INR 10.5 LPA |
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