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Does ISB Hyderabad accept final years for the YLP program, or only pre-final years?
Yes, ISB Hyderabad accepts final-year students for the YLP program. This program is also known as the Deferred program.
Like any other admission, this program also grants access to the MBA program. The only exception is that this admission is granted 2 years in advance. So it’s suitable for students who are still in college. The reason for giving 2 years time is to make sure that the students work and gain experience for 2 years. Only then will he be officially eligible for the ISB Hyderabad MBA program.
Eligibility
Anyone who is in their final year of study can apply for this program. These include
- Candidates from bachelor's degree programs
- Candidates from joint bachelor/graduate degree programs
- Candidates from graduate degree programs who have not held a full-time work position.
Admission Process
The admission process for the YLP program requires the candidate to have
- GMAT/GRE score
- IELTS/ TOEFL (only in case your native language is not English)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation (1 from an academic instructor and 1 from your employer)
- Your current updated resume
- Statement of Purpose
The candidates who are successfully screened through the above process are invited for a personal interview that is either offline or online via Skype. Once you complete both rounds successfully, you are granted pre-admission to ISB Hyderabad.
Is it necessary to be sponsored by the company to get enrolled in CBA (Certificate program in business analytics) offered by ISB Hyderabad?
No, it’s not necessarily sponsored by your company in order to get enrolled in the Certificate Program in Business Analytics offered by IBS Hyderabad. In case you are not sponsored, all you have to do is finance the program on your own. So the issue lies in financing and not getting a sponsorship.
However, you might need your company's approval for pursuing the course as the course requires 6 visits (once in 2 months). These visits last for 5 days so you have to take frequent leaves from your company. If you are confident that taking such leaves won’t be an issue you can get away with an approval. However if taking such leaves becomes an issue, you should inform your company regarding the program beforehand so that they can easily grant you the necessary permission.
THE CBA program in ISB Hyderabad just requires the salary slip of the last two months as proof of your employment. They do ask for the No-Objection letter from the company but if anyone fails to produce it, it’s not a big issue.
I have scored 184 in the NMAT. Do I have any chance of getting admission in NMIMS Navi Mumbai or ISB Hyderabad?
With a score of 184 in NMAT, you have a decent chance of getting admission to NMIMS Mumbai, but as the cut-off for ISB Hyderabad is usually higher than that of NMIMS, so your chances of admission to ISB may be lower than NMIMS Mumbai.
That being said, the admission process for both NMIMS and ISB is holistic and takes into consideration several factors other than just NMAT scores, such as academic performance, work experience, extracurricular activities, and performance in the interview and/or written exam.
Therefore, it is difficult to predict your chances of admission without considering your overall profile.
I would recommend that you consult the official websites and keep checking the Collegedunia articles to get a better understanding of their admission processes and criteria. You may also consider speaking to current students or alumni of these institutes to get insights into their experience and advice on the admission process.
What are my chances of getting into ISB Hyderabad or Mohali?
Firstly it's not up to you to choose Hyderabad or Mohali. You can just apply to ISB and the campus is allotted on the basis of a strange algorithm.
Now coming back to the question of your chances of getting into ISB, it seems I know nothing about your profile. I will state some general points regarding ISB Hyderabad admissions
- The first and foremost requirement is entrance exams like GMAT and GRE. The average is around 710 for GMAT and 325 for GRE.
- You need a minimum of 2 years of work experience
- You require and Letter of Recommendation and introspective essays
- You need to feel a comprehensive application form that attracts the judges
More than work experience, the quality of your work and achievements matter more. While writing the essays mention the unique qualities and roles you have fulfilled in life.
Why are IIMs more popular than ISB Hyderabad among Indian households?
There are many major reasons why ISB Hyderabad is not as popular as IIMs among Indian households. Some of them include
- ISB Hyderabad is a private non-AICTE affiliated institute that functions under a totally different model.
- Owing to its hefty fees(around 30+ Lakhs), it's almost inaccessible to an average Indian.
- The batch size is huge becoming a major obstacle during placements
- The 1-year program fails to provide in-depth exposure and is just a source of Certificates and a brand tag.
- It does not provide International placements to the majority of students who do not belong to the elite class.
All these reasons are strong enough to persuade one against joining ISB Hyderabad and is thus not much popular among Indian households.
The reason why IIMs are popular in contrast to ISB Hyderabad are
- Provided jobs similar in nature to the ones provided by ISB Hyderabad at a much lower fees.
- The 2 year MBA program provides an in-depth exposure to the curriculum in contrast to the 1 year program at ISB Hyderabad
So all this makes IIMs much popular in India despite ISB Hyderabad global rankings.
Which MBA is better, an online MBA from the University of Bradford for £17000 or a part time MBA (PGP Pro) from ISB, Hyderabad at double the price?
Whenever you are in a dilemma of choosing an MBA program you need to consider 2 very important things.
- MBA does not just mean learning the curriculum, it has a higher picture that includes; the tag attached, the alumni network you get access to, etc
- Another major thing to consider is the cost-benefit analysis. Will the high fees you spend bring back favorable results?
Once you have done this basic analysis, go on and choose an MBA program that suits your needs best.
Your question is regarding an online MBA from the University of Bradford. One thing you need to know is that no matter how good the university is, an online MBA is not as impactful as an offline MBA. The lack of contact hours, peer learning, and the network does not do justice to the MBA program.
ISB Hyderabad on the other hand is a recognized brand and its global rankings are a testament to its worth and brand. ISB is ranked 44th best program in the list of top 100 global MBAs (FT Rankings). Not many MBA programs can match that level let alone online programs.
The most important thing to consider is the cost analysis benefit and the quality of learning rendered by both programs.
Why it is continuously hard for IIM A, B, C, XLRI to compete with ISB in executive program in spite of it being just 15 years old?
One of my friends at ISB claims that the main reason for ISB Hyderabad to hold the top position in the executive program over the years. It is its core competency rather than just competing with institutes like IIMs and XLRI, who lead in the 2-year MBA and PGDM programs.
The points below provide a brief overview of the success story of ISB Hyderabad.
- ISB Hyderabad has been developing with a work experience of above two years at least.
- Due to the shorter time span of the executive program, it is more popular and in demand.
- In the traditional MBA program, the curriculum is an extension to the undergraduate program, emphasizing mostly classroom learning.
- ISB Hyderabad has somewhat established a cheaper alternative to the so-called American MBA system.
- There are collaborations with companies like Kellogg’s, which helped in fulfilling the demand for a world-class MBA degree.
- They have a lot of contribution in its breaking into the Indian executive MBA program market.
- It has resulted in a program that is half-priced as the American MBA programs.
- The program in ISB is just 11 months, as opposed to the 24 months MBA program from other institutes.
- For fresh graduates, IIMs are always the first priority, which offers a standard 2-years MBA degree. The core competency of IIMs is to train the less experienced students. But, in the last few years, IIMs are getting into the executive programs in MBA, but those are treated under the non-core segment.
Although ISB charges twice as much as IIMs at present times, it has been the first choice for working professionals for the reasons stated above. The core competency of ISB discussed above makes it the clear winner in executive education, which the IIMs and XLRI cannot defeat.
How can a student get admission in ISB Hyderabad (YLP) who has not so good academic record, not good in extra curricular activities, and has done no extraordinary thing in his life?
The YLP program is one of the most competitive programs as its candidates are students who have no work experience yet are desperate for admission. In order to compensate for the lack of work experience in the YLP admits, ISB looks for candidates that have excellent caliber. This can be evaluated through their accomplishments in life such as extracurricular experiences, social work, or extra certificates. Therefore only people from top institutions from all over India with exceptional profiles are able to make it.
Considering your profile, I will only give you the truth. Since you have no additional qualifications and lack in many areas the chances of admission are very less. However, don't get discouraged, instead work on your MBA essay. This might be your last chance for admission. You can show your talents and how you are a unique individual and can achieve great success. Another way is to go for the Early Entry Option which gives you additional 2 years to improve your profile.
Which institute is better, ISB or IIM Kozhikode in terms of placements and salary packages offered to students?
ISB and IIM Kozhikode offer top MBA programs. Comparing placements and salaries at the two institutes:
- Placements: Top organizations recruit from ISB and IIM Kozhikode. ISB attracts more corporations, but IIM Kozhikode offers more per student. ISB pays somewhat more than IIM Kozhikode.
- Industry Links: ISB often hosts industry leaders and professionals. The institute collaborates with various international universities, giving students worldwide experience and exchange programs. IIM Kozhikode graduates industry leaders and entrepreneurs.
- Curriculum: ISB and IIM Kozhikode have a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes practical and experiential learning. ISB features a flexible curriculum that lets students customize their studies, while IIM Kozhikode has a thorough management program.
|
Particulars |
ISB Hyderabad |
IIM Kozhikode |
|
Fees |
36.3 Lakhs |
20.5 Lakhs |
|
Highest Package |
INR 60 LPA |
INR 67.02 LPA |
|
Average Package |
INR 34.07 LPA |
INR 31.02 LPA |
ISB and IIM Kozhikode are both great management schools. The choice relies on personal preferences and professional aspirations. ISB offers an international curriculum and flexibility. IIM Kozhikode has a comprehensive curriculum and a strong alumni network.
How does a typical profile of a student look like who gets a call eventually from ISB, Hyderabad?
Let me tell you that there is no typical profile of students studying at ISB Hyderabad as it welcomes a rich blend of students from various walks of life. They come from different backgrounds, cultures, and academic backgrounds. ISB Hyderabad focuses a lot on diversity so as to give chances to everyone.
Your group can have anyone including IT grads, engineers, CAs, Doctors, lawyers, and many others. The only uniting force is their willingness to move out of their comfort zones and do something that demands more than their occupation and specialization.
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