All three colleges are on top and choosing one among three is not easy. But I can give you some ideas about them as I have friends studying at these institutes. TISS is one of the most reputed colleges for HRM courses in the country. The top two institutes for HR programs are XLRI and 2nd is TISS. XLRI holds first place due to its history and huge batch size and placements.
NITIE and SOM are the top two colleges in India for operations and supply chain profiles with NITIE being the clear number 1.
So my preference order will be the following.
TISS (HR) > NITIE (Operations & SCM) > SJMSOM (Finance & others)
So, choose wisely based on your preferred domain. And in case you are interested in Marketing, both NITIE & SJMSOM are equally good.
IIM Lucknow and TISS HRM are different in terms of course structure and placements. TISS HRM offers better placements in human resource management. Whereas IIM Lucknow provides better jobs in various fields like marketing, finance, general management, consulting, etc.
Specialization - HR:
If HR is your first priority, then go for TISS.
Deciding Factors:
One must take into account his/her aims and goals, before choosing between these two colleges. The following factors must be taken into consideration while choosing.
MBA in HR is a specialized degree thus, you may not be able to go to other fields with this degree later in your career. So, take all these factors into consideration before choosing an institute among these two.
There is no scale to measure. But if we go by ranking and students' perspectives regarding these colleges. After XLRI/TISS HR, comes MDI followed by SIBM then SCMHRD based on NIRF ranking.
Colleges |
NIRF Rank |
XLRI |
8 |
SIBM |
17 |
MDI Gurgaon |
13 |
Based on placements, XLRI is the best in HR placements. It also witnesses placements across the world. If you want to pursue a career in Social work and HR then TISS Mumbai is the best. TISS also offers MA programs and it does not offer MBA.
MDI Gurgaon and SCMHRD is also a better option to consider. They have a good alumni base and decent placements at XLRI and TISS.
The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter.
Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers.
So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.
SCMHRD offers a good HR MBA program. It offers a decent curriculum and placements. SCMHRD placements in 2021 concluded with an average CTC of INR 16.5 LPA. The highest CTC offered was INR 33.6 LPA.
For HR, XLRI is better than SCMHRD. TISS is a great option for HR as well. In terms of placements, SCMHRD is comparable to TISS.
IMT Ghaziabad is better. It is a reputed B-School with an excellent placement record. IMT is a renowned name in the marketing sector. IMT Ghaziabad placements 2022 had witnessed the highest CTC of INR 62 LPA. Morgan Stanley, Accenture, Goldman Sachs, BCG, etc. take part in the campus drive of IMT.
TISS is an institute of Social Sciences and offers MAs, not MBAs. The course structure and learning are different.
TISS offers one of the best HRM programs, rivaling that of XLRI HR, and has produced highly competent individuals in this field. If you have a strong passion for HR and are confident in your choice, TISS would be an excellent choice for you to pursue this specialization.
On the other hand, if you are uncertain about your career path, it may be advantageous to keep your options open. In this scenario, it would be best to choose a college that allows you to decide on your stream later, rather than committing to a specific specialization immediately. This approach has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it ultimately comes down to personal preference and what best suits your individual needs and goals.
Regardless of your choice, both TISS and JBIMS have top-notch individuals in all areas of management, so you can be assured that you will receive a high-quality education and have the opportunity to be mentored by skilled professionals.
If you want to pursue a career in HRM then TISS is the best option for you otherwise IIFT is for all other streams.
For better assistance below is a table showing and comparing the two colleges on different and important aspects;
Parameters |
IIFT Delhi |
TISS Mumbai (HRM & LR) |
Program focus |
International Business |
Human resource management and labor relations |
Admission criteria |
Entrance exam (IIFT) followed by GD and PI |
Entrance exam (TISSNET) followed by PIT and PI |
Curriculum |
Core courses in international business, finance, marketing, and strategy, with electives in HRM |
Core courses in HRM and labor relations, with electives in related fields |
Campus culture |
Competitive, with a focus on business and entrepreneurship |
Diverse and socially conscious, with a focus on community and social justice |
Fees |
INR 17.17 Lakhs |
INR 1.33 Lakhs |
Highest CTC |
INR 85.40 LPA |
INR 49 LPA |
Average CTC |
INR 29.1 LPA |
INR 27.22 LPA |
Median CTC |
INR 25.6 LPA |
INR 25.75 LPA |
Assuming from your question you want to compare the two colleges in only the HRM courses, so, the placement packages of both the colleges are the overall package not the HRM particular. RoI-wise TISS is better than IIFT.
NOTE - Both the colleges are at the same level and are slotted among the best colleges
Choose wisely, because it depends on your goals and preferences, see which suits you better.
To get a better picture, let’s compare the two Institutes based on some common parameters:
For Development Studies only, I would strongly suggest you go for TISS.
Pursuing an MBA from a top college like an IIM can provide many benefits, such as excellent campus life, an increased likelihood of getting a desired job, and boosting the overall value of your career. It’s viable to obtain a loan to pay for it because the interest rates are often low, and there is a grace period before repayment begins.
IIMs should be given more priority than colleges like FMS, TISS, JBIMS, or XLRI as they have more brand value and can offer better opportunities in terms of networking and job prospects. However, it is a personal decision that should consider your career goals, financial situation, and personal preferences.