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What are the CAT score cut odds for IIM Ranchi PGDHRM?
If you do not have work experience, you may want to reconsider applying to IIM Ranchi as there are very few freshers in the batch. Additionally, the cutoffs for admissions at the institute are unpredictable and can vary widely. Some applicants with very high percentile scores have been rejected, while others with lower scores have been accepted.
It is also worth noting that even applicants with strong work experience and percentile scores may not always be successful in receiving a call or being shortlisted. It is difficult to predict with certainty whether or not you will be accepted to the PGDHRM program.
How good is SPJIMR's PGDM? I’m looking at the current placement records of over 26L average. Is it performing better than top B-schools like XLRI/FMS/IIM?
SPJIMR has been among the top 5 or 10 B Schools over the past few years consistently. Its brand value can be compared to XLRI, FMS, and even IIMs except for IIM ABC. This is because even now there are some roles offered to IIM ABC students that are not offered at SPJIMR. But this is not a major issue as these roles seek only extraordinary profiles and In Fact, many other roles offered at IIM ABC are lower than average.
In SPJIMR even the lowest package is decent and the range of salary is not very broad. This year, SPJIMR's average package stood at INR 33.02 LPA.
Other key points to note in comparison to old IIMs is that our Highest CTC is lower than that of IIMs but our Lowest CTC is higher than that of IIMs. So I will suggest anyone with an exceptionally good profile to choose IIM whereas someone with a decent average profile should go for SPJIMR only. It is important to note that getting roles at SPJIMR is a bit easier than IIMs mainly because of the small batch size and less competition.
How good is IMT Ghaziabad for a PGDM (2 years)? Specifically, how good is the PGDM (F/T) program?
If you are really keen to join IMT Ghaziabad go for the DCP program only. It’s the only program worth spending your time and money on. It guarantees quality education, premium batch quality, faculty, and the overall environment. Also, IMT Ghaziabad is well known for its rich competition culture.
But there are many demerits that overshadow the merits of IMT Ghaziabad. For instance, the campus has an undisciplined environment owing to the influence of Delhi culture. The faculty is also deorbiting in the sense that they don’t care about the reputation of the institute anymore. The batch size is also a major disadvantage at IMT Ghaziabad. You shouldn’t expect a batch size lower than 500-600.
For those who take the DCP program, keep in mind that the internship opportunities will be difficult due to the difference in work culture. You will have to try hard to move forward.
Do your own part of research that is not just based on figures and then join the college.
What are the career opportunities for a person with an MBA in Human resource management from XLRI?
My friends and I studied at XLRI and it is considered one of the top institutes for MBA in India.
You must do the following before taking any decision
- Read about non-HR and HR employees.
- Check if your profile matches your strengths.
- Don't jump into HR naively because it sounds easy.
- It's best suited to psychology students as it deals with human interactions.
- An HR job is very demanding and you must put your best at your role
You can get job roles like Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Executive, Salary Incharge, Performance Analyst, Assistant to the HR, etc. Recruiting sectors include Consulting, Digital Media, Educational, Healthcare, Tourism, Insurance, IT, etc.
When it comes to XLRI, very few companies offer a role for HR instead core job roles are more preferred. It has been observed that various HR professionals shift their job to non-HR roles within a couple of years.
Is BIMTECH worth pursuing a PGDM in?
BIMTECH is considered among the top B-Schools and holds an amazing campus. It is good in every aspect such as Location, Campus/Facilities, Faculty, and Campus/Facilities, Extra-Curricular Activities, Strong Industry connect. For a better overview, check the following points:
Faculty:
- You will find well-versed and adept faculty here at BIMTECH.
- Some are good while some are part-time faculty with strong industry or academic experience.
Location:
- It is located in the NCR region which gives a major advantage to BIMTECH. The reason for this is it has a stronghold with various corporations across industries.
- This will give you great help in placements and projects as well.
Campus:
- As it offers full residential programs, you will have to stay on campus irrespective of where you are from.
- The campus is centrally ventilated and with lots of greenery around and an excellent library which makes the atmosphere more appealing.
Strong Industry Connections:
- Last but the most important factor that plays a major role for BIMTECH is its strong industry connections.
- Its location and its faculty coming from an industrial background will help you to connect and learn a lot from it with a practical approach.
- This will also help in your summer internships as well as in placements.
You can definitely go for BIMTECH and it is worth pursuing PGDM from here.
How good is PGDM- Full time at IMT Ghaziabad with almost 4 years work ex?
IMT Ghaziabad placement and admission process both lay great emphasis on Work Experience. So your work experience of 4 years will define work in your favor not only during the GE-PI rounds but during placements also.
One way to determine if your admission will be worth leaving your job is to calculate your ROI (Fees vs Avg CTC *2 with 2 yrs of loss in pay based on your existing CTC).
If you are confident enough you target other better B Schools also for wider prospects. You can check the career prospects of the field you have been working in and in case you are switching careers do the same for that field too. Check the best offers in that line and compare it with other B Schools. Such in-depth research will help you make a better decision that you won’t regret later.
Which is better LBSIM, Delhi PGDM (general) or IMI, Delhi PGDM (B&FS)?
PGDM BFS is a viable option if you are keen about numbers and finance in general. PGDM core and PGDM BFS rarely has a major difference in curriculum except that marketing subjects of BFS would be less intriguing and the major pedagogy is directed towards marketing of finance products and services only.
A PGDM core student is open to a plethora of opportunities during placements as he is eligible to appear for companies offering marketing and sales profiles. On the contrary, a PGDM BFS student has been exposed to a customized curriculum that focuses mainly on Finance and lacks a wide range of opportunities. However, he has a more definite chance of securing placement at a company offering Finance roles like Banks and other financial institutions. This advantage seems very minimal right now but with the increase in the relevance of the curriculum and demand of the course, it will soon be coveted among Finance aspirants.
The BFS faculties are considered to be among the best given the excellent performance of BFS students in the recent years and the increasing popularity of the course. The companies visiting the campus for BFS are not only banks but include AMCs, NBFCs, FinTechs and other Fin Services firms. The course targets the entire Banking and Finance sector.
At the end of the day, what remains of your college life is not the specific course you chose but the college you chose to pursue it. Be it PGDM Core or PGDM BFS, IMI Delhi is the perfect college to experience a great college life.
What should be the preference order of IMI Delhi courses - PGDM, PGDM-HRM, and PGDM-BFS?
IMI Delhi is among the top B schools of Delhi NCR. It holds a distinct reputation for the establishment of centers of excellence in different streams of management. The faculty is experienced and well qualified. Pre-placement offers are also a dominant feature of the institute. Apart from placements it has attractive internship statistics also relating to better career growth.
It offers streams in three major areas which are General, Human resources, and Banking & Financial Services. All these streams are linked to a single program which is PGDM but the decision underlining preference depends on factors like fees and placements, etc which are discussed below.
Academics:
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The eligibility stays the same for all streams which are graduation with CAT/GMAT Score.
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Fees also stand common for all streams at INR 17.5 Lakhs.
Placements:
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PGDM holds a batch strength of 224 students and generally ends up providing the highest package of INR 22 LPA.
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The average package is also quite decent with a range of INR 13.07 LPA
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PGDM HR has 45 students and managed to provide a salary range of INR 12 – 14.5 LPA.
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PGDM had 48 students with a 100% placement criterion and the highest package of INR 20.75 LPA and an average of INR 12.88 LPA.
Sector-wise Placements:
The recruitment details can clearly specify the sector & domain which turns out to be favorable with respect to the investment made. The details are as follows.
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PGDM Banking is a preferable sector as it attracts 29% of the placements.
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HR is looked upon for the IT/ITES / Media / TELECOM sector.
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The top recruiters for the BFSI sector are American Express, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Capital, and SBI Capital
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The top recruiters for the HR sector are Accenture, Infosys, Genpact, Capgemini.
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Going for PGDM General can give an opportunity to focus on manufacturing / real estate and the FMCG sector.
The general preference of courses looked upon by potential students and alumni are PGDM Marketing then Banking and at last Human Resources.
Which is better, IIM Lucknow ABM or IRMA?
The answer is dependent on your level of interest.
The scenario at IIM Lucknow PGP-ABM is as follows:
- Placements: PGP and PGP ABM placements are both common. As a result, chances of getting into roles such as marketing, strategy, consulting, and so on would be higher than for Agri-Business-focused roles.
- Overall Knowledge: As an ABM student, you can take PGP courses such as Strategy, Finance, and Operations. This translates to a better understanding of business.
- Opportunities: Opportunities for an ABM student would be similar to those for PGP students at IIM L. As an IIM L student, you can compete in business case study competitions that are only open to top B-schools.
- Summer Internship: ABM Students are placed in companies such as BCG, Accenture Strategy, JPMC, Aditya Birla Group, Hindustan Unilever, P&G, Britannia, Airtel, Uber, Mars, PepperFry, Udaan, Hindustan Times, and others during their summer internship.
Many PGP ABM students prefer FMCG firms for Sales/Marketing positions.
- Agriculture-Specific Roles: Because of the small batch size, development sector organizations (NGOs, cooperatives, and government development agencies) and CSR foundations would be in short supply.
In short, you will almost certainly receive a higher salary at IIM Lucknow, but it may not be in an agribusiness/development sector organization.
The IRMA Scenario:
- A class of more than 160 students.
- The curriculum would be centered on agriculture and the rural sector.
- Placements: A large number of development sector organizations, NGOs, cooperatives, and government development agencies seek placements through IRMA.
For example, UNICEF, Tata Trusts (FISE), Vedanta Foundation, Reliance Foundation, and BAIF Development Research Foundation.
If you are very specific about agribusiness or rural development roles, you should apply to IRMA because of the large batch size and the increased number of Agri-specific roles coming to the campus. If you want to explore other sectors or domains and are looking for a brand name for life as well as a higher package, i.e. an experience similar to that of a PGP student, then IIM Lucknow is the place to be.
How did the IIM Ahmedabad EPGP course benefit you in your career?
Among the finest openings offered by IIM Ahmedabad, EPGP is one that stands the tallest. The cohort is the best part. You become part of a network that is highly mature and educated. In addition to that, the network is made even better by the working professionals.
In terms of rigorous coursework and quality education, no other institute stands on equal footing with IIM Ahmedabad. The teachers are an institution in themselves. This course involves more than 850 hours of classroom sessions. It will provides the students with skills in leadership through a curriculum that is innovative.
The following table shows placement data of IIM Ahmedabad PGPX program:
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Placement Data |
IIM A PGPX |
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Number of Participating Students |
67 |
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Number of Recruiting Companies |
95 |
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Number of offers made |
98 |
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Number of international offers |
2 |
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Average Salary |
27 LPA |
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Highest Salary |
43.73 LPA |
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Postgraduate ROI |
119% |
About the course:
- This 2-year online postgraduate course was started in 2017 and is specially designed for working professionals with a job experience of 3 years but unfortunately no upper limit.
- It is as rigorous as the PGP and also has almost the same curriculum.
- The program does not offer any placement assistance as it is for working professionals.
- The program is very demanding so the trade off would probably quite high.
However, in terms of gaining knowledge the program is very impactful. You will see a positive impact of the program in 2-5 years.
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