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Is it worth applying to XIMB?

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Adarsh Sinha Posted On : May 23rd, 2022
MBA-BM from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar

Yes, it is worth applying for XIMB. It has a good reputation in the industry as well as among academicians. XIMB follows a strong pedagogy and a placement record. According to the highlights, XIMB placements 2022 concluded with an average CTC of INR 17.54 LPA. 

Xavier brand name is widely reputed and offers many advantages. 

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What is the level of interview for XIMB? What are the preparation strategies for cracking the interview for XIMB considering less than 1 month time?

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Radhika Srivastava Posted On : March 9th, 2023
MBA in Business Management, Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (Graduated 2019)

When preparing for an interview at XIMB, it is important to focus on a few key things to help you perform your best. Firstly, it is important to thoroughly revise your undergraduate subjects as this can make up a significant portion of the interview. Ensure that you have a good grasp of the technical aspects of your course and can discuss it confidently.

In addition, it is important to have a good understanding of general knowledge, including current affairs. You don't need to know everything, but having a basic understanding of what is happening in the world can be useful. Furthermore, having an opinion about current events can be even more important than your knowledge of them.

Some XIMB interviews may also include philosophical questions, so it is helpful to have a philosophical bent of mind and be able to think critically about abstract concepts. This can help you to demonstrate your ability to think deeply and creatively.

During the interview, it is important to present yourself confidently, even if you don't know the answer to a question. Smile and be positive, as this can help you to build a good rapport with the interviewer. Remember that it's not just about what you know, but also how you present yourself and how well you can convince the interviewer of your suitability for the program.

In general, when preparing for any business school interview, it's important to have a good understanding of your domain knowledge and to keep up-to-date with daily news, particularly as it relates to business. Be prepared to discuss your work projects and know yourself well, as this will help you to answer questions confidently and authentically.

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How good or bad is the XIMB campus (both old and new), especially the hostel rooms?

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Himani Chawdhuri Posted On : April 17th, 2021
XIMB (2018)

Both the campuses of XIMB have their advantages and disadvantages, but you don’t need to worry about the campus you are gonna get as both are part of the same family.

Hostel Rooms:

  • Life at XIMB is pretty hectic. If you want to do well in your academics, you won’t be spending much time in your room. 
  • However, the new campus has better rooms as compared to the old one. As the new campus was build later. 
  • The rooms at the old campus are pretty good too. Besides, you will have so much on your plate that you will be staying out most of the time. 
  • There is a night mess at the campus that stays open from 12-3 and most of the time it’s crowded. 

Internet:

Broadband service is pretty much good in the new campus, although the old campus still has the best broadband service compared to the new one. Fast services are not in much need as torrents do not work there.

If you have decided to study on either of the campuses, there is no need to withdraw because both campuses will give you equal life experiences and moments that you will cherish forever.

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How is MBA-HR at XIMB? I am a fresher should I take it or try once more?

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Arindam Chakraborty Posted On : April 22nd, 2021
Studied at Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode

In recent day’s globalization and the extremely advanced business environment, business organizations worldwide face several uncertainties. It is important for the business's survival, employee motivation, and worldwide development to retain a highly competitive and diverse marketplace. 

MBA - HRM at XIMB:

The program helps you with vigorous training in HRM theories and practical knowledge. It successfully builds a holistic business perception in student’s minds with positive business principles and social understanding.

  • The course is intended to extend highly experienced HR professionals.
  • It imparts the skill, knowledge, and experiences that are indispensable to direct an organization’s HR department.
  • This program offers in the disciplines of OB (Organisational Behaviour), HRM (Human Resource Management), and IR (Industrial Relations).
  • Students from other study backgrounds like Marketing, Strategic Management, Operations, Economics, Accounting and Finance, Information Systems, and Business Ethics can study.

Academics

  • The course is covered within six-term with three months duration for each. Thus, the academic year consists of 3 terms in this institute.
  • The first term starts in June and ends in September. The second term begins in September and lasts up to December, and the third term duration is from December to March.
  • This program includes 16 class sessions in a week, with 90 minutes duration for each program. Thus, the pupil’s workload, such as term papers, readings, projects, field visits, and classroom sessions, is expected to entail roughly 70 hours in a week.

Thus, if you are a fresher and scored 55% in graduation with XAT /GMAT//CAT/X-GMT/ NMAT scores, then it is suggested not to waste another year. Don’t wait for another try because the selection process is entirely done on the basis of your performances in XAT /GMAT//CAT/X-GMT/ NMAT. The college administration also takes a writing test, group discussion followed by a personal interview session, so be well-prepared without wasting time.

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What companies would recruit from XIMB-UMG?

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Sanya Pal Posted On : April 20th, 2021
MBA Human Resource Management, XAHR, XUB (2020)

The MBA-UMG is offered by Xavier Centre for Urban Management and Governance (UMG). The program was developed recently under XUB. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to grow and run sustainable and adaptive urban places and systems.

Features of the course

  • The course binds together the relevant knowledge, techniques, and tools from the various fields of Management, Urban and Regional Planning, Policy, and Governance.
  • The fee for two years MBA-UMG is INR 13.50 Lakhs.
  • The curriculum of the course and the teaching methodology is nearly the same as in XIMB. The subjects taught are both urban management and general management related.
  • The average package offered to students was 6.10 LPA while the highest package is 9.40 LPA.

The top recruiters for MBA-UMG are Sarda Group, Ernst & Young, JLL, Quess Corp, Tractebel GKW GmbH, Recity Network Pvt. Ltd., CURE, IBI Group, BSCL, Convexicon Software SolutionsIndia Pvt. Ltd., O.B. & C.C., PWD, Govt. of Odisha, CFAR, IASCC.

The placements are not at par with the fee, but the brand value of XIMB makes the branch of UMG worth pursuing. Apart from the above-listed features, the college also has an excellent infrastructure, organizes fest, with decent placements.

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What are the previous year cutoff marks for XIMB Global through X-GMAT/CAT/XAT?

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Kishan Ghosh Posted On : April 20th, 2021
Studied at Global Institute of Technology (2019)

XIMB Bhubaneswar offers a two-year Global MBA course. XIMB has a brand name as sixth among the top 100 B-schools of India. The students go abroad for the first year at the partner institutes and the second year at XIMB.

The global partner colleges are: Quinlan School of Business, Boler School of Business, Loyola University, Chicago, John Carroll University, Ohio, USA, Antwerp School of Management, Belgium, Maastricht School of Management, Maastricht, Netherlands, University of Antwerp and Thunderbird School of Global Management.

The cut-offs for 2020 of XIMB programs are as listed below:

Exams

MBA in Business Management Cut-off (General)

MBA in Human Resource Management Cut off (General)

CAT

91

90

XAT

95

95-96

X-GMT

91

91

The cut-offs are lower for the students of Odisha domicile. But it is high for other categories students making it a challenge to get admission.

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Who are the best professors at XIMB?

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Rahul Agarwal Posted On : April 22nd, 2021
MBA Rural Management & Marketing, Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (2018)

There are quite a few good professors at XIMB that will leave an everlasting impact on you during your time as a student here. Everyone is quite well versed with IC Sir’s enthusiasm, Prof. NG Nayak’s wittiness, and Ramana Sir’s sincerity. Some of the most reputed faculty members among students are as follows.

  • Prof. Subhasis Ray: He has inculcated the love for marketing in his students. He also goes the extra mile to ensure that his students learn the subjects. He earned respect and no one dares to disturb him during his class.
  • Fr. Aloysius C. Jesurajan: He teaches Managerial Communication. None of the students dare to open their mouths to speak during his class. He is dedicated enough to take an informative session for 88 minutes of his 90-minute lecture and will take attendance for the last 2 minutes.
  • Prof. T. Kumar: You will get to learn basic sociology with him during your first year. The subject is quite bland and theoretical but Prof. Kumar took the effort to break it down into concepts that we can actually apply. His teaching made the subject more interesting. His unassuming humor is just another plus.
  • Prof. Jeevan J Arakal: You will probably have his class in a later term of your first year. You will definitely enjoy his classes but the deadlines he sets are naturally feared for among the students.

You will get to learn from really dedicated faculty and enjoy your lectures at XIMB. 

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In India, how are XLRI, XIMB, and XIME related? Does XLRI play any role with XIMB or XIME?

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Anamika Banerjee Posted On : March 8th, 2022
PGDBM Marketing & Operations Management, Xavier School of Management (2016)

XLRI, XIMB, and XIME all three of these colleges are governed by the Jesuit Society. XAT is the common entrance examination for these institutes. Although XLRI conducts XAT, it doesn’t play any role in admission at XIMB and XIME. Some faculties of XLRI teach in XIMB and vice versa. Many visiting professors are also common to these three institutes. 

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How good is the XIMB-BM for a fresher?

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Shweta Mishra Posted On : August 4th, 2022
MBA from Xavier School of Rural Management

XIMB BM is a good option for freshers. Almost half of the batch comprises freshers so, you won’t be at any disadvantage. XIMB offers good placement opportunities for both experienced professionals and freshers. During XIMB placements 2022 the average CTC offered was INR 17.54 LPA. As a fresher, you can expect to receive a CTC nearing the institute average.

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For MBA in HR, should one choose NMIMS Mumbai or XIMB?

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Samriddhi Sarkar Posted On : May 28th, 2021
MBA from SVKM's NMIMS (2019)

Having friends in both institutions, I suggest you to go NMIMS Mumbai. XIMB HR has recently switched their name from XIMB to XaHR. This cost them a lot in terms of placements. All of the companies, instead of reaching out to XIMB are showing up at NMIMS Mumbai boosting their demand day by day. 

If I were to compare both the colleges based on certain parameters, I would say:

  • Batch: The batch size at NMIMS is 60 which are admitted on grounds of strict merit. On the other hand, XIMB takes in candidates on reservation grounds. 
  • Location: If you have decided to reach Mumbai for your MBA, no doubt that it is indeed the best place. NMIMS provides better corporate interface and project opportunities. 

Placements - 

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MBA HR at NMIMS Mumbai

MBA HR at XIMB

Course Fee 

20.84 lakh

18.50 lakh

Course Duration

2 years

2 years

Highest CTC

22 LPA

28 LPA

Average CTC 

15 LPA

12 LPA

Recruiting Companies

KPMG, EY, Morgan Stanley, Barclays, etc.

Nestle, Berger, HSBC, American Express, etc.

Some of my friends who were on the wait-list of XIMB decided to switch to NMIMS eventually. And some of them withdrew their names from the wait-list just to reach other colleges (these were in the lower-tier) but not XIMB. Even the students who are already studying at XIMB advise others to not reach there.

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