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How is an MBA at IMI Kolkata?

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Sangita Mukherjee Posted On : June 19th, 2023
Studied at Indian Institute of Management Kolkata

IMI Kolkata is a well-known B-school in India. The Students in the MBA course here learn business and management concepts and acquire analytical, leadership, and decision-making abilities.

IMI Kolkata's demanding MBA program encompasses marketing, finance, operations, human resources, and strategy. The highly educated and experienced IMI Kolkata instructors use a variety of instructional strategies to make learning more engaging and interactive.

Below is a table with different aspects of IMI Kolkata;

Aspects

Details

Program Name

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Program Duration

2 years

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PWD)

Admission Criteria

CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score, Written Ability Test (WAT), Personal Interview (PI), and Academic Background

Specializations

Marketing, Finance, Operations & Supply Chain Management, and Human Resource Management

Course Curriculum

Covers core business subjects such as accounting, economics, finance, marketing, operations, and strategy. Also includes electives, live projects, and internships.

Pedagogy

Case-based learning, simulations, role-plays, and industry interactions

International Exposure

Offers international study tours and exchange programs with partner institutions

Fees

INR 4.9 Lakhs

Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest Salary: INR 14 LPA,

Average Salary: INR 10.45 LPA

Median Salary: INR 10.5 LPA

Number of total recruiters visited

93

Top recruiters

ICICI Bank Limited, KPMG Global Services, Deloitte, PwC Acceleration Centres

Alumni Network

8000+ strong network of alumni across various industries and domains

Internships, industrial projects, and case studies give students hands-on experience. IMI Kolkata's program is modified frequently to meet industry needs. 

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Does IMI Kolkata accepts CMAT?

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Sangita Mukherjee Posted On : February 1st, 2021
Studied at Indian Institute of Management Kolkata

IMI Kolkata only admits students based on CAT, XAT, and GMAT scores. It does not accept CMAT scores for admission. Candidates from outside this country need a valid CMAT score/English Proficiency Test/IIM Kolkata’s aptitude test score.

In the following, a short overview of IMI Kolkata has been given.

IIM Kolkata:

  • It is the second chapter after IMI Delhi and was established in collaboration with IMI Geneva (Present name: IMD, Lausanne).
  • As per the NIRF report, IMI Kolkata has ranked a place in India's top 50 B-schools.
  • Besides, it leaves no stone to un-turn to shine in the management education field. IIM Kolkata also promises excellent exposure in the Eastern Region of the country.
  • It offers two years of full-time AICTE approved PGDM. The program is equivalent to the MBA degree, as per AIU requirements (Association OF Indian Institutes). It also has NBA (National Board of Accreditation) accreditation.

Thus, it can be considered that IMI Kolkata is one of the best institutes for the study of PGDM courses.

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What percentile is required for getting into IMI Kolkata?

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Arnav Roy Posted On : June 23rd, 2023
Lives in Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Candidates applying for the PGDM program must have a Bachelor's degree from a UGC-recognized university with a minimum of 55%.

Exams

Percentile

CAT 2021

60

XAT 2022

60

CMAT 2022

70

Criteria for selection are based on the GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ GMAT Entrance Exam results, followed by an interview. As you haven't specified the cutoff percentile (CAT/GMAT/XAT), students with 65-67 percentiles get accepted into this institution. My advice is to aim for 90+ (at the very least) rather than the cutoff percentile.

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Which should I choose, XIME Bangalore, IMI Kolkata or IMT Nagpur?

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Abhishek Misra Posted On : June 23rd, 2021
IMI Kolkata- PGDM Batch(2020)

Undoubtedly you should choose IMI Kolkata among the three choices provided. There are a number of reasons for considering IMI Kolkata over the others which are explained below.

  • It is guided by the IMI Institution Group and a leading corporate chain RP Sanjiv Goenka Group.
  • The institute follows the teaching methodology of the IIMs by introducing interesting, relevant, and challenging case studies for students.
  • The faculty are highly capable and are cooperative.
  • The college offers great infrastructural support.
  • It will help you to improve your overall personality through industrial training, counseling sessions, seminars, and guest lectures which later help you to glide through your corporate life.
  • The batch size is an added advantage over the other two.
  • The committees are faculty-led to protect the best interest of the students. Student bodies assist the committees to work towards the betterment of the students and to keep students' interests in front of the administration.
  • Industry professionals frequent the campus to help students remain up-to-date with the latest happenings in the industry.

Institute

XIME Bangalore

IMI Kolkata

IMT Nagpur

Course Fee

11 lakhs

12.41 lakhs

12.12 lakhs

Highest Salary 2020

INR 16.26 LPA

INR 20 LPA

INR 16 LPA

Average Salary 2020

INR 7.73 LPA

INR 8 LPA (Median)

INR 7.94 LPA

Keeping in mind all the advantages you get at IMI Kolkata along with the numbers provided, it is safe to say that IMI Kolkata is the best among the three for doing a management degree.

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Is IMI Kolkata among the best placement MBA colleges?

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Arnav Roy Posted On : June 19th, 2023
Lives in Kolkata, West Bengal, India

One of India's top management schools, IMI Kolkata has a strong track record of placements. The institute collaborates with a number of organizations to provide employment opportunities. Over the years, the institute has continuously had successful placements, placing students in a variety of positions and industries. 

However, it is crucial to remember that placement outcomes may differ depending on numerous aspects such as the performance of the student, economic situations, industry trends, etc. As a result, it is advised to thoroughly investigate and assess each institute before making a choice. 

Below is a table showing all the features of IMI Kolkata;

Particulars

IMI Kolkata Stats

Accreditations

AICTE, NBA, AIU

Ranking

Rated #59 out of 125 by NIRF in Management

Program Offered

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Specializations

Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management & Organizational Behavior, Operations Management, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Analytics, and Information Systems

Course Duration

2 years

Entrance Exam Accepted

CAT, XAT, MAT

Fees

INR 9.8 lakhs

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

Campus Facilities

Library, Computer Labs, Auditorium, Hostel, Gymnasium, Sports facilities, etc.

International Collaborations

MoUs with several universities and institutes across the globe

Placements

Highest salary - INR 14 LPA

Average salary - INR 10.45 LPA

Median salary - INR 10.5 LPA

Top Recruiters

ICICI Bank Limited, KPMG Global Services, Deloitte, PwC Acceleration Centres

So, it is not the best but yes is surely among some of the top reputed B-schools in India. Hope it helps. Cheers!

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Can you please rank these B-schools: IBS Hyderabad, IMI Kolkata, IMT Nagpur, Bimtech (PGDM IB Course), SIMS Pune, Amity Noida?

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Rashi Srivastav Posted On : February 7th, 2021
PGDM Marketing & Operations Management, Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur (2018)

Many coaching institutes publish many different rankings of B schools across the country every year based on several different parameters. Which in most situations aren’t reliable and trustworthy. But the Times ranking or Career Launcher ranking is more realistic and based on practical parameters. According to these rankings, the preference order of the institutes is as follows. 

  1. SIMS Pune (Symbiosis tag, good average package)
  2. IMT N (IMT tag and brand value, good placement, good faculty, and campus life)
  3. IMI K (Decent placement)
  4. BIMTECH (Location factor)
  5. Amity Noida (Brand value, beautiful campus)
  6. IBS H (More number of students, only location advantage)

The table below gives a brief overview of the institutes in the question.

Institution 

Average CTC 

Course Fee

SIMS Pune

9.2 LPA

9.20 lakhs

IMT N

7.94 LPA

12.1 lakhs

IMI K

10.25 LPA

12.41 lakhs

BIMTECH

8.13 LPA

12 lakhs

Amity Noida

4.5 LPA

6.80 lakhs

IBS H

7.97 LPA

14.04 lakhs

This list and ranking are unbiased based solely on reasons that are practical, realistic, and are only facts combined with different student reviews.

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Which business school is better in Kolkata, Globsyn Business School, IMI Kolkata, or ICFAI?

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Arnav Roy Posted On : August 19th, 2022
Lives in Kolkata, West Bengal, India

IMI Kolkata is better, among these three B-Schools. It has a dedicated pool of faculty. The faculty members are well-experienced in their respective fields. Professors of IIMs visit the campus for guest lectures. IMI has a case study-based learning system like tier-1 B-Schools. 

The placements are good. Students receive a good return on investment. The course fee is only 13 Lakhs, while the salary packages offered goes up to 20 LPA, according to IMI Kolkata placements 2022 highlights. 

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What is the scope of research after completing an MSc from IMIS Kolkata?

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Arnav Roy Posted On : June 21st, 2023
Lives in Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Your MSc research after IMIS Kolkata will rely on your specialization, research interests, and professional aspirations. However, an MSc from IMIS Kolkata can prepare you for research in many subjects.

Computer Science, Information Technology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, and Microbiology are MSc specializations at IMIS Kolkata. These programs give students in-depth knowledge and practical skills in their professions, which might aid research.

IMIS Kolkata MSc graduates have many research options. Some are:

  • PhD: A Ph.D. can lead to an academic or research job. PhD programs offer advanced research training and allow you to specialize.
  • Research and development: Companies, research institutions, and government organizations recruit research scientists for diverse initiatives. These organizations hire MSc-holders as research assistants, junior researchers, and project managers.
  • Become a college or university instructor or assistant professor with an MSc degree. Research assistants and associates can work in university-affiliated research institutions.
  • Entrepreneurship: With an MSc, you can start a research-based firm, especially if you have a commercially viable idea.

Depending on your interests and career goals, an MSc from IMIS Kolkata opens up many research possibilities. Research and development, academia, and entrepreneurship are rewarding careers with the correct training.

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Who are some of the famous alumni of IMI Kolkata?

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Saumita Pahari Posted On : January 4th, 2022
IMI Kolkata (2020)

Below mentioned are some of the famous IMI Kolkata Alumni.

  • Nimesh Sukla - Founder and CEO of SunEncore
  • Abhishek Pal - SAP Supply Chain Function Lead, TCS
  • Abhimanyu Mazumder - Management Consultant, Mott MacDonald
  • Dhruv Chakravarty - Consultant, Reflexions Degital Pvt. Ltd.
  • Medha Saha - Account Manager, Kantar IMRB
  • Aditi Oberoi - National Health Agency
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