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Which one is better- IMT Nagpur or IMT Hyderabad keeping all the parameters like placement, faculty, e.t.c. in mind?
IMT is indeed a brand name but unfortunately, the brand's credibility is applicable only to IMT Ghaziabad. The other campuses carry very little brand worth and legacy of IMT. If there is an IMT that is slightly near to comparison then it is IMT Hyderabad. The other campuses are new and lack recognition. IMT Hyderabad campus is visited by some extremely reputed local companies thereby offering better placement opportunities.
The video below compares both IMT Nagpur and IMT Hyderabad in various aspects
Some institutes that give an edge to IMT Hyderabad in Hyderabad itself are
- ASB (Ashoka School of Business) Hyderabad,
- NMIMS
- SIBM
- Hyderabad Business School
ASB offers dual specialization and good placement at only INR 6.9 Lacs. The ROI period is only around a year.
How is the current scenario of placement in IMT Hyderabad, Ghaziabad and Nagpur?
You should first figure out if you are planning to join the college for placements or if you actually wish to improve yourself. 10 years back, a lot of students from IMT Nagpur did not get placements and jobs.
It does not mean that you will not get placed at all. You will ultimately get a job but you should remember that ultimately what will help you is what you have learned during your degree. Your focus should be on your teachers as they will ensure that your base concepts are good and jobs will keep coming later in your life.
| Particulars | IMT Ghaziabad | IMT Hyderabad | IMT Nagpur |
| Highest Salary | 38 LPA | 20 LPA | 16 LPA |
| Average Salary Range | 10-15 LPA | 7.64 LPA | 7.97 LPA |
| Placement Percentage | - | 95.9% | 95% |
A friend of mine is now the regional HR head at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals in Africa.
How good is IMT Hyderabad college for MBA?
My brother recently graduated from IMT Hyderabad and thoroughly enjoyed hai college life there which gave him a plethora of memories. IMT Hyderabad MBA is a highly regarded program and is comparable to other B Schools. Here are a few reasons why he chose it over other reputed B Schools in the country.
- The institute is located in a remote area away from the hustle and bustle of city life so you get to experience a peaceful college life
- IMT Hyderabad faculty pool is one of the best in the country and engravings the concepts in you so well that makes learning an interesting job.
- The accommodation facilities are also great and all basic amenities are provided to the students.
- The institute focuses on holistic development of its students so academics and extracurriculars are given equal importance.
- IMT Hyderabad offers the right platform to showcase your talents and skills to the recruiters but does not guarantee placements because it all depends on your performance in the interviews.
So bear in mind that no matter how good an institute is, your career and placements depend on your skills and performance. The institute just renders you a platform and does not guarantee the result.
IBS Hyderabad or IMT Hyderabad, which is better?
IBS Hyderabad will be better than IMT Hyderabad. It teaches Harvard cases in the 3rd and 4th semesters. The course work includes more than 1000 case studies. Many of the professors in this institute are internationally acclaimed.
IBS Hyderabad placement records have been pretty good over the recent years. During 2022 placement drive, the average CTC offered was INR 8.55 LPA. While the highest CTC offered was INR 53.45 LPA (International).
However, IBS Hyderabad has a huge batch size. Due to the large batch size, all the students don’t get groomed and placed well.
What is the CAT cutoff for the PGDM/MBA program at IMT Hyderabad?
CAT scores are just used for qualifying for evaluation and a high score does not guarantee admission. A person's managerial skills cannot be completely evaluated on the basis of the CAT score. So his entire profile is taken into consideration. IMT Hyderabad cutoff for General Category is listed below.
|
PGDM |
90 |
|
PGDM Marketing |
90 |
|
PGDM Finance |
90 |
The overall CAT cutoff is 90 percentile. However, it’s important to note that this cutoff depends on the relative pool of applications.
Once the candidates are shortlisted for the selection process the following things are considered for evaluation
- CT-GE-PI (Critical Thinking, Group Exercise, and Personal Interview)-70% weightage
- academic scores (10th, 12th, and graduation)-30% weightage.
So, apart from focusing on CAT, make sure you are preparing for the interview well!
Which college is better: IMT Nagpur or Welingkar Mumbai or IMT Hyderabad?
Among the three colleges, IMT Nagpur should be your choice unless there is any specific need of yours that is being met by any of the other two colleges. IMT Nagpur started in the year 2004 and has a rich legacy in terms of the brand name of IMT Ghaziabad.
Despite being a relatively new college you could see a few major brand names that visit the college regularly such as Dabur, Bain & Company, Barclays, and Fullerton India. The institute is known for producing great minds in the marketing domain. Now let’s see some numbers to see if the reasoning is sound. Please note that the data may seem at odds with my first statement but average salary doesn't necessarily define the whole story. The batch size of We School is huge which makes Nagpur a better option for you.
|
Institute |
Fee |
Highest LPA’23 |
Median LPA’23 |
Average LPA’23 |
Median LPA’22 |
Average LPA’22 |
|
IMT Nagpur |
13 Lakhs |
20.14 |
10 |
10.86 |
9 |
10 |
|
IMT Hyderabad |
12 Lakhs |
NA |
NA |
NA |
8.55 |
9.65 |
|
Welingkar |
13 Lakhs |
17.85 |
NA |
10.52 |
NA |
9.94 |
What are the pay packages offered by the companies at IMT Hyderabad Placements?
IMT Hyderabad is known for its great placement scenario and the excellent placement records prove it more so. IMT Hyderabad placements 2022 recorded a 98% placement percentage.
- The highest package was recorded at INR 16 LPA
- Average package was recorded at INR 9.4 LPA
- Median package stood at INR 8.5 LPA.
The highest recruiter sector was the Consulting sector. Job roles offered included Investment Banking Knowledge Manager, Product Consulting, Credit Analyst, Management Trainee, Product Analyst, etc. Here are additional details regarding the placement scenario at IMT Hyderabad
IMT Hyderabad sector-wise placements for the batch 2022 have been tabulated below
Top recruiters at INT Hyderabad included Goldman Sachs, Amazon, Deloitte, D.E Shaw, Berkadia, Guardian Capital, Tresvista Financial Services etc.
Among IMT Ghaziabad DCP, IMT Nagpur PGDM, and IMT Hyderabad FT, which one should I prefer?
Among these options, IMT Ghaziabad DCP is the best. Although expensive, this course offers better career prospects. Compared to Nagpur and Hyderabad campuses, IMTG is recognized in the industry. The dual country program offers exposure on an international level.
IMT Ghaziabad placements in 2022 witnessed an average CTC of INR 15.28 LPA. The highest CTC offered this year was INR 62 LPA.
How good is IMT Hyderabad for MBA in Finance in terms of ROI?
There is no fixed ROI one can expect after completing MBA in Finance from IMT Hyderabad. It all depends on your academic profile and the way you spent 2 years here. Some students here come just for enjoying campus life while some take academics seriously and give it their all. The ROI directly depends on your skills and performance in the interview and cannot be generalized.
What are reviews of IMT Hyderabad?
I asked my friend who recently completed her MBA from INT Hyderabad and she gave me a detailed review of the institute. She said that the institute is yet to gain popularity among the masses, especially the top recruiters. Being a new institute also has a limited alumni pool, which is a very crucial factor for MBA students. However, there are many positive things here that make up for these shortcomings
- The faculty pool is highly qualified and the majority of the professors are ISB degree holders. They are highly experienced in their respective fields.
- The Director is very cooperative and takes equal initiative in assisting the students shape their careers by bringing the best out of them.
- The institute has been witnessing fast-paced development and is bound to reach great heights in the future.
- The college brings out your talents and skills and harnesses it to ensure you are growing as a whole. The college is located in a central location so the opportunities and exposure offered are tremendous.
So, IMT Hyderabad is a great choice if you have a percentile over 75%.
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