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Should I go to SPJIMR or SP Jain Global?
You are recommended to consider SPJIMR or SP Jain Global if you're looking for a reputable institute for management education and research. The institute was established in 1981 and has since then achieved various laurels in the field of management education and research. Its alumni are well-placed in C-Level positions around the world.
In 2004, SPJIMR created the SP Jain Global campus in Dubai and later opened campuses in Sydney and Singapore. However, the two institutes divorced in a few years and SP Jain Global started using the reputation earned by SPJIMR and engaged in unethical practices. They started luring candidates by leveraging the SP Jain name. It is important to note that SPJIMR Mumbai is now the official name of the institute after rebranding.
It is important to choose a reputable institute for your management education, and SPJIMR Mumbai is a great option. The institute offers various programs that cater to the different needs of aspirants. The faculty members are experienced and knowledgeable, and they are dedicated to providing quality education to the students.
SP Jain Global may falsely showcase itself as a Forbes Top 10 institute and try to lure aspirants into joining, but it is important to be cautious and do your research before making any decisions. SPJIMR Mumbai has a great reputation and can provide you with the education and resources you need to succeed in the field of management.
Which is the best MBA college in Mumbai among: JBIMS, SPJIMR and NMIMS? Which college among these have highest ranking?
It is a close call between SPJIMR and JBIMS. NMIMS is not in the same league as these but it is a decent B-School and ranked among the top 30 in India. JBIMS has the highest rank. Indiatoday 2021 ranked the institute 12 for MBA.
JBIMS offers better ROI. Course fees for the institute are INR 6.05 Lakhs. While the average CTC for the institute is INR 27 LPA, according to JBIMS placements highlights of 2022. If you are interested in Finance, you should choose JBIMS.
If you are interested in Marketing and Ops, you should go for SP Jain.
How does the CV of students who get selected in IIMs(any), ISB, XLRI, FMS, SPJIMR, JBIMS look like?
This might seem like a shallow statement but when you look at an average student from a top-tier college and an average student from a lower-tier college the difference that you witness would not surprise you if you just look at their CVs.
It’s not as if they have done something exceptionally great but the CVs of students who get selected in top management schools like top IIMs, ISB, XLRI, FMS, SPJMR, and JBIMS are highly analytical. They know how to quantify their achievements and in the end, that’s all that matters. It’s all just numbers and data.
Typically, the students have impressive academic records and have been part of numerous non-academic avenues that have helped them in understanding the importance of extra-curriculum activities.
Some might have told you that most of the students who go to these top colleges have work experience but that is not true. You do not require work experience to get into your dream college. If you’re looking to get into one of these top management colleges and do not have an exceptional profile, just start focusing on your speed and accuracy for the written examination and polish your CV. Highlight the things that have impacted you and that you think would help you in becoming a better manager in the future.
How similar/different are IIM Indore and Spjimr?
SPJIMR is better than IIM Indore in terms of academics, faculty, exposure, etc. The advantages of choosing SPJIMR are as follows.
- The institute follows a unique pedagogy. SPJIMR stands out because of its experimental teaching methodology and outside-the-classroom learning experiences. There are some unique programs like DOCC, ADMAP, Abhyudaya, etc. which will help you get business-ready.
- SPJIMR batch size is smaller compared to IIM Indore. So, it’s easier for students to receive decent placement offers. SPJIMR placements 2022 had an average CTC of INR 30.10 LPA.
- Students need to decide their specialization while applying at SPJIMR. As the specialization is predefined the courses are more streamlined according to the need of that specific industry. Students are better able to decide the company and job roles that want to have in the future.
These factors make SPJIMR differ from IIM Indore. As for similarities, both IIM Indore and SPJIMR have the same range of course fees. The recruiting companies are almost similar for both. The peer group is excellent at IIM Indore and SPJIMR.
How are IIM A students different from students of, say, SP Jain, NMIMS, FMS or JB?
The peer pool of IIM Ahmedabad varies from that of other B-schools like SP Jain, FMS, and NMIMS because of the admission criteria and quality of intake. The majority of the IIM Ahmedabad batch comprises performing students with CAT percentile almost touching 100 percentile. and most of them got close to the 100 percentile in CAT and they get opportunities to study business studies in IIM A, B, and C. Very few students get into IIMs through the process of diversification only if they scored more than 80 percent grade in Xth, XII th and Graduate Examinations. The other B schools like SP Jain, FMS, NMIMS, or JB don’t have such strict criteria and the peer pool comprises students from diverse academic profiles rather than just top CAT rankers.
This is the major point of difference between the two kinds of B Schools. As a result of this, IIM Ahmedabad students are offered better placement opportunities at the global level than these average B-schools.
What CAT percentile do I require to get calls from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS and MDI Gurgaon?
For GEM, the CAT percentiles required to get an interview call from IIM Blackis, FMS, SP Jain, JBIMS, and MDI Gurgaon are
- ABC and FMS: Both institutes required nothing less than 99.5. Those who get admission at a lesser percentile, usually don’t belong to the GEM category. There are many who don’t even get a call with 99.3. So to stay on the safer side, go for nothing less than 99.5.
- IIM Indore and Kozhikode: Both the institutes require percentiles around 97.5 for an interview call
- SPJIMR: This Institute has unique selection criteria under which CAT is given less value and calls are issued on the basis of the candidate's profile. The CAT percentile required in this case is less than the normal if you have a good academic profile along with work experience,
- MDI: This institute issues calls around the 96% mark.
It’s important to know that these figures are based on trends and not on actual data so you will find exceptions everywhere. Moreover, it’s better you don’t waste time analyzing the CAT cutoff and start preparing for the same.
Which is better, IIM Kozhikode or SP Jain Mumbai?
SP Jain Mumbai is very good for management programs in many ways be it infrastructure, campus life, hostels, or education.
The reasons to choose SP Jain Mumbai are as follows:
- Reputation: SP Jain Mumbai has been ranked 20th among the best management colleges in India as per NIRF report 2023. SP Jain’s PGDM program has been granted “A” grade accreditation in India by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
- Infrastructure: The SP Jain (SPJIMR) Institute is a well-equipped facility with all the latest facilities. The library of SP Jain (SPJIMR) has more than 23,500 volumes on a range of topics and disciplines. The university has a sizable library. Its digital library has more than 8,000 CD-ROMs and DVDs with audio and video content on a range of fundamental subjects. Additionally, the SP Jain Institute of Management and Research has both male and female dormitories.
- Placements: SP Jain Placements 2023 has been concluded. The highest package stood at INR 77.88 LPA whereas SPJIMR's average package stood at INR 33.02 LPA. Some of the top recruiters of SPJIMR Placements 2023 included Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever Limited, ITC, Accenture Strategy, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, etc
- Alumni network: Madan Padaki (co-founder and director of Sylvant Advisors), Girish Wagh (Head, commercial vehicle business unit Tata Motors), Pradeep Ka r(founder, chairman and managing director of Microland) many other eminent persons are famous alumni of that institution.
So, if you are planning to pursue a management course from SP Jain Mumbai, you must. Apart from good training, it also offers a good learning environment. All facilities and infrastructure of the university are in good condition. So, you won't regret joining.
Do students from IIM/FMS/JBIMS/SPJIMR/IIFT/XLRI bunk classes like engineering students?
At IIM/FMS/JBIMS/SPJIMR/IIFT/XLRI, attendance is seen as a crucial aspect of the learning experience. Every effort must be made to be present in class and to participate actively in the discussions. In fact, class participation is considered to be such an important factor in determining grades that a significant portion of the total course weightage is allocated to it. This system is in place to encourage students to be engaged in the learning process and to ensure that they are taking full advantage of the educational opportunities available to them.
On the other hand, at IIT Kanpur, there is a more relaxed approach to attendance. While it is still advisable to attend classes and to be present for lectures, there is no strict requirement in place. This gives students more flexibility and allows them to choose when they want to attend classes based on their personal schedules or other commitments. It also means that engineering students are not penalized if they miss a class or two, as long as they are able to make up for it by participating in other ways, such as completing assignments or preparing for exams.
Overall, both B-schools and Engineering colleges have different approaches to attendance and class participation. While IIM Ahmedabad places a strong emphasis on being present in class and participating actively, IIT Kanpur takes a more relaxed approach. Ultimately, the choice between the two institutions will depend on the individual student's preferences and learning style.
How is the post-MBA life for MBA graduates from top MBA institutions like FMS, XLRI, MDI, NITIE, SPJain, and JBIMS?
Life post-MBA from top B-Schools such as FMS, XLRI, MDI, NITIE, JBIMS, and SP Jain for most people is comfortable, because of decent pay packages and perks. Most alumni of these institutes are placed in companies and sectors of their choice. Here are the recent placement highlights for these institutes.
| Institute | Average CTC (in INR) | Highest CTC (in INR) |
| FMS | 32.4 LPA | 58 LPA |
| XLRI | 30.78 LPA | 60+ LPA |
| MDI | 26.07 LPA | 1.14 CPA |
| NITIE | 25.41 LPA | 49 LPA |
| SP Jain | 26.06 LPA | 46.65 LPA |
| JBIMS | 27.63 LPA | 42 LPA |
Achieving a work-life balance can be difficult. However, doing MBA from these institutes will certainly teach you how to handle the pressure of professional life.
Which college is better: NMIMS or SP Jain or new IIMs?
I will rate these colleges out of 100 to give you a relative reference (where IIM A,B,C are a 100)-
- SP Jain- 95/100
- NMIMS- 80/100
- New IIMs (the best ones like Ranchi, Rohtak, Udaipur)- 70/100
- The other new IIMs- 50/100
Out of all these colleges, SP Jain is the best. It has a small batch size in comparison to NMIMS. Other than that, it has a unique, value based pedagogy, and renowned faculty.
Thus, SP Jain is the best option among these for your PGDM.
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