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Is attending IIM Kozhikode a good decision?
Whether attending IIM Kozhikode is a good decision or not, you can know only after knowing the pros and cons of the same.
Pros
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Campus: IIM Kozhikode is well known for its resort-like campus surrounded by lush green scenery. The natural ambiance helps students get a breath of fresh air amidst back to back classes.
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Faculty: The faculty at IIM Kozhikode is not as responsible as the older IIMs. This means you are responsible for your own education. They do provide excellent classes but they treat you more like adults and you have to be your own motivator.
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Hostels: The hostels are the best in the country. The safety here is top notch. The public and hostel toilets are very clean.
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Academics: The academic rigour is as good as that at the other older IIMs. IIM Kozhikode offers a number of interesting courses in the second year like Strategy of Poker.
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Placements: All the usual recruiters that you find at other older IIMs visit IIM Kozhikode. In addition, there are a lot of opportunities to work in the Middle East.
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Student activities:There are a large number of student activities on the campus of IIM Kozhikode. There are clubs for Dramatics, Photography, Astronomy, Fine Arts, Quizzing, and a host of other extra curricular activities.
Cons
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Slow decision making:IIMK has not had a Director for more than 2 years. So, a lot of decision making has become slow.
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Increasing batch size: The increasing batch size might affect key resources like canteen facilities, water, and internet bandwidth.
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Limited sports facilities:The IIM Kozhikode campus has limited sports facilities. The students have to go to the nearby NIT to play Badminton and Tennis.
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Food:If you are a vegetarian, there would be limited options for having a meal outside the campus.
The pros weigh out the cons and it’s actually a good decision to join IIM Kozhikode.
Should freshers take a 15 lakh bank loan, and study for a MBA in TAPMI or KJ SOMAIYA?
I will answer your question by estimating the salary you will earn after completing MBA and comparing it with the loan you have to pay.
Loan Amount - 15 Lakhs.
Interest rate - 12%
Repayment period - 5 years
EMI - 33,367
Total Interest Paid in 5 years - 502000
Tax Saved in 5 years (considering 20% tax slab) - 100400
Net amount to be paid in 5 years - 1500000+502000–100400 = 19,01,600
Average package in TAPMI - 10.06 LPA
Monthly salary in hand - Approx 65 to 70K
From the above calculation we can infer that you will have 30000-40000 salary in hand every month which is more than enough for you to settle in any state or city in India. So taking loans for an MBA is very beneficial as it will pay you back in the long run.
Is there any reason why one should not join IIM Bangalore?
Honestly, there is no major reason one should let go of such a golden opportunity if joining IIM Bangalore. Yet I have stated some reasons which might lead to this decision:
- You have got a call from IIM Ahmedabad as well and you prefer it over IIM Bangalore.
- If you are tight on budget and cannot afford the high fees here.
- If you are not confident that you will be able to bear the peer pressure and the level of competition at IIM Bangalore.
- If you are not interested in pursuing an MBA.
All these reasons validate your decision not to join IIM Bangalore.
What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at AKTU?
Some tips that might help students starting their first year at AKTU are:
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Choosing a quantum will get you good marks. But in the case of numerical subjects go for standard books.
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During exams, revise the syllabus through quantum and solve the previous year’s questions.
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In AKTU presentation matters more than content. So even if you don’t know an answer, you can get marks by writing whatever you know in a neat and presentable way. Using a different ink for headings will get you some brownie points.
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Attend college regularly on your initial days. It will create a good impression.
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Develop a good bond with faculty
Apart from these points don’t forget to make the most out of your college days.
Is it worth joining the IGNOU M.A. course for the UPSC optional subject during preparation?
Every coin has two sides and so does this. There are both pros and cons to joining the IGNOU M.A. course for the UPSC optional subject during preparation.
Pros:
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Less time required to earn the degree
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The study material provided by IGNOU is of good quality. This will help you prepare for your optional on your own.
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Preparing for IGNOU exams requires very less time. This will give you enough time to prepare for your option alongside.
Cons:
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The value of the degree is relatively less.
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Exam dates may clash with UPSC. So it’s recommended you take the December exams.
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Fees: INR 14000 for two years
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You will have to submit yearly assignments. And one assignment will take at least 4 days to complete
Weighing the pros and cons you can make the decision based on your calibre and situation.
I have a convert from MDI Guragon and will most probably convert JBIMS Mumbai as well. What business school should i choose? Why?
Of the 2 options, I will recommend you to go for JBIMS Mumbai. I have various reasons to support my opinion. The most important ones have been listed below
Quality of education: Owing to its location, JBIMS attracts many eminent faculty from the industry to the campus apart from the general guest lectures. Some of these big names include
- Prof. Moradian: Esse Group - Boman Moradian
- Prof. Shivanand & Kedar Mankekar
- Prof. Sandeep Gokhale: Appointed at JSW Aluminium
- Prof. Ghadiyar: Nitin Ghadiyar: Executive Profile & Biography
Placements: The quality of placements at JBIMS is excellent with many big firms visiting the campus. Some of the big names in respective domains are
- Finance: Citi, Stan C, HSBC, JPMC, all Indian banks, IB roles
- Marketing: HUL, P&G, PepsiCo, Marico, ColPal, Dabur, HCCB
- Consulting: Mckinsey, BCG, EnY, Cognizant Business Consulting, Infosys Consulting
Industrial Touch: With its splendid location, JBIMS enjoys strong interference with industries. These industries give live projects to the students that provide top-notch learning opportunities. The campus is within walking distance from big shots like HDFC, HUL office, ICICI, BCG, and McKinsey.
Competitions: The students at JBIMS have made their names by participating in National Competitions like HUL LIME, P&G Dream Team, JP Morgan - The Deal, Nomura Investment Banking Case Study Contest, and PepsiCo BIAC.
Alumni base: JBIMS has an elaborate alumni base and has been nicknamed the CEO factory owing to the huge number of CEOs it has given birth to. Some of the most famous ones are
- Noshir Kaka - MD, Mckinsey India
- Nitin Paranjpe - Former CEO HUL, now, Global role, Unilever
- Kainaz Gazder - Former Marketing Director, now, Global role P&G China
- Vinita Bali - Leadership Role at Britannia
- Mani Ratnam - Acclaimed Film-maker
- Sam Balsara - Madison Communication
- Chanda Kocchar - MD, ICICI Bank
- Ajay Piramal - Piramal Healthcare
- Paresh Sukhtankar, MD, HDFC Bank
- Sanjay Lalbhai, Chairman & MD of Arvind Ltd.
JBIMS is in the vicinity of Marine drive and other places of socialization. The hostel is just five minutes away. Overall the campus and the institute, in general, seem promising and you won’t regret your decision of joining it.
Should I prefer AIIMS Patna/Rishikesh/Raipur over Medical College Kolkata?
If you are confused between AIIMS Patna/Rishikesh/Raipur and Medical College Kolkata, you should study the pros of both colleges. Then you can make a decision on which pros to avail yourself of.
Pros of AIIMS
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The infrastructure is modern and has present-time facilities
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The fees are very affordable around INR 5800 for 5.5 years.
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The fact that you are AIIMS alumni is in itself valuable.
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The internship offered by AIIMS has a high stipend of around INR 23500.
Pros of Kolkata Medical College
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The most significant feature of this college is the Internal State Reservation Of PG Seats.
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It’s a very old college, established in 1835. As the saying goes Old is Gold. The faculty is more experienced here.
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Being a metropolitan city, Kolkata has a lot to offer in terms of amenities.
The deciding factor should be your own convenience and abilities. The final decision is yours.
Shall I leave my job as a deputy manager in SBI with 4 years of experience and CTC higher than 12 LPA for FMS Delhi?
Well, firstly you should change your perspective before making a decision. I don’t think your CTC should let you decide whether you want to pursue MBA or not. Change your focus from CTC to long-term goals and I bet you won’t regret this decision.
Getting an MBA degree from FMS is a privilege in itself. Moreover, you can relive your college life without regrets this time. The top-notch B School will open amazing opportunities and let you gain experiences that you won’t regret ever. But you have to prepare yourself to face classrooms, books, exams, and tight deadlines.
So you should leave your job and go for FMS only if
- You are passionate about your goals and not only high packages
- You are ready to face college life once again
Don’t adopt the sheep mentality and pursue MBA just for high packages. Rather try to learn something from it that will help you in the long run.
Is it worth doing MBA EPGP part-time from IIM Kozhikode/Indore considering I work in small scale IT firm and will be helpful to get a valuable job in market after the completion.My firm doesn't sponso
MBA EPGP is beneficial in case you are a working individual and want to pursue MBA alongside. In such a case, an EGPG MBA from IIM Kozhikode or Indore is not a bad option. But in other cases, other MBA options are better than EPGP. Other options include:
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Executive MBA from any IIM or other Institutes
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Regular MBA
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FPM (Doctoral Program) from any IIM
Make your decision on the basis of fees, course period, and worth to you.
Is French certification from IGNOU useful?
This answer is based on the experience of my colleagues. If you are willing to pursue a French course just for the sake of learning then IGNOU is a good choice. But if you are pursuing French to earn through it, then French certification from IGNOU is not recommended.
The reason is that employers don’t take distance learning seriously. They prefer regular colleges. They might not take your certificate seriously and your chances of getting employed will become low.
If you are willing to make an earning out of French language consider the following professional courses:
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French levels CEFR A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2
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Specialised French Courses - Alliance Française Montpellier
One more option is that you can first learn French from IGNOU and then appear for International tests like DELF DALF diplomas, French language proficiency exams valid worldwide to prove your expertise in the language.
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