Both institutes provide a two-year, full-time MBA-equivalent PGDM program. TAPMI and FORE specialise in marketing, finance, human resources, operations, information technology, international business, and human resource management, respectively.
Both institutes have good placement and industry relations. TAPMI has a strong alumni network, and FORE offers a national capital region location advantage.
Fees: TAPMI 16.5 Lacs and FORE?16.98 L .
Placement for the Batch 2023: TAPMI 15.7 LPA and FORE 14.5 LPA.
When all factors are weighed, TAPMI emerges as the superior institution above FORE.
Fore school of management is a management school located in Delhi, India. It provides full-time courses in PGDM, PGDM in Financial management, PGDM in International Business, PGDM in Big Data Analysis, PGDM (Executive), and FPM programs.
Admission to Fore school of management is by CAT, XAT, and GMAT only.
Cutoff:
The recent 2020 cut-offs for various programs as released by Fore school of management are listed below.
Particulars |
PGDM |
PGDM (International Business) |
PGDM (Financial Management) |
CAT |
85.75 |
79 |
76 |
XAT |
86.5 |
81 |
77 |
GMAT |
650 |
600 |
600 |
The total fees for MBA/PGDM are ?15.98 Lakhs and for Executive MBA/PGDM are ?12 Lakhs approx. There are a total of 180 seats in PGDM, 120 in PGDM (International Business), 60 in PGDM (Financial Management), and 60 in PGDM (Business Data Analytics).
For Executive PGDM, it has 30 seats only. Fore School of management also provides a Fellow Program in Management (FPM) for 2 years at a total fee of ?3.13 Lakh. It has only 10 seats for the same.
Between KJ Somaiya- FS, FORE IB, and PGDM in GLIM, Gurgaon which one you should choose depends on your perspective and expectation from the MBA degree. Given below is a brief discussion on the programs maintained in the question.
KJ Somaiya:
KJ Somaiya is considered one of the best MBA institutions. Situated in the finance capital of the country, Mumbai, KJ Somaiya offers excellent placements in the Finance domain.
FORE School of Management -
PGDM IB (International Business Management) is a 2 year full time course which aims at preparing students to take up careers in corporate houses and family businesses engaged in International Business Operations. It provides management education in the context of the global business environment.
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon -
It is one of the top 5 emerging MBA colleges in Delhi NCR.
When it comes to choosing between different institutes for an MBA, there are a lot of factors to consider beyond just ROI, fees, and CTC.
Firstly, think about the specialization you want to pursue. Each institute may have a different focus, such as IMI's dedicated HR course, FORE's marketing program, or LBS's finance specialization. Do your research and make sure you choose an institute that aligns with your career goals.
When considering placements, don't just focus on the CTC or the recruiting companies. Instead, look at the profile that is being offered. There is a big difference between an area manager role and a sales executive role, for example. Make sure the profile is something that interests you and aligns with your career aspirations.
Talking to alumni can also be a helpful way to gauge the exposure and opportunities offered by each institute. Reach out to alumni from different institutes to get a better understanding of what each one offers and which may be the best fit for you.
Ultimately, how you perform in the program will matter much more than which institute you choose. Put in the effort and work hard to make the most of your time in the program, and you will set yourself up for success in your future career.
If you are interested in pursuing International Business, then FORE will be a better option, otherwise, TAPMI PGDM is better.
You should choose FORE or TAPMI based on the specialization you want to pursue.
FORE School of Management, New Delhi established in 1981 is currently ranked 43rd amongst the management institutes in the country. The institute is among the top Management colleges in India. Especially for domains like Marketing and Finance.
Given below is a brief highlight of the programs offered by the institute.
Accredited by |
AICTE |
Courses offered |
PGDM, Executive PGDM, FPM |
Exams accepted |
PGDM/PGPM- CAT/XAT/GMAT FPM- GATE/GRE/GMAT/JRF |
Selection |
Written Ability Test, Personal Interview, Extempore, Business Awareness Quiz |
CAT cutoff |
85 |
Fee |
14.98 lakhs |
Average CTC |
10.6 LPA |
Highest CTC |
30 LPA |
Placement rate |
90% |
No of recruiters |
126 |
Top recruiters |
KPMG, HCL, HDFC, Essar, Reliance, etc. |
Sector-wise placement |
BFSI- 32%, IT/ITES- 32%, Market Research & Consulting- 14%, FMGC/FMCD/Auto- 6%, Others- 16% |
PGDM in IB is the institute’s flagship program. Apart from the PGDM courses, it also offers certification courses in Big Data Analytics and Applied Sciences, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning which are the most in-demand specializations in the industry currently.
The institute believes that gaining global exposure, adopting international perspectives, and trade reform ideas is an essential attribute and offer a week-long global immersion program wherein the whole batch visits Nanyang Business School, Singapore.
Other than academics, students also take part in sports like Foosball, box cricket, badminton, TT, pool, and many other extracurriculars.
SIIB-Pune would be a better choice than Fore or TAPMI. Let's break down your analysis to understand why you believe SIIB-Pune is the best choice among the three options:
Based on these factors, you conclude that SIIB Pune is the best choice, followed by TAPMI and FORE.
FORE and IMT Ghaziabad are reputed B-schools in the country and offer excellent PGDM programs. Comparably Fore has a better ROI, whereas IMT Ghaziabad is a bigger band name in management education.
Given below is a brief comparison between the two programs.
Criteria |
PGDM- IMT Ghaziabad |
PGDM- FORE |
Established |
1980 |
1981 |
Accreditation |
AICTE |
AICTE, SAQS |
Ranking (by NIRF) |
37th |
43rd |
Entrance exams accepted |
CAT/XAT/MAT |
CAT/XAT/GMAT |
CAT cutoff |
90 |
85 |
Selection |
Personal Interview (PI) |
Written Ability Test (WAT), Personal Interview(PI), Business Awareness Quiz 9BA-Q) |
Course fee |
17.55 lakhs |
15.98 lakhs |
Batch intake |
180 |
180 |
Highest CTC |
34 LPA |
30 LPA |
Average package |
13.7 LPA |
10.6 LPA |
Major recruiters |
Major recruiters include Lenskart, Kotak Mahindra, Pepsico, Mother Diary, HSBC, Reliance JIO, Tech Mahindra, Trident, Zomato, Infosys, AMUL, etc. |
HUL, ITC, Nestle, Nivea, Asian Paints, Café Coffee Day, Schneider-Electric, Orient Electric, VIVO, Zomato, HSBC, ICICI Bank, Genpact, Genpact ERC, GEP, EY GDS, Deloitte USI, KPMG GS, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, JK Tyre, etc. |
The DCP program at IMT Ghaziabad provides the students with a year-long intense international experience in Dubai which also happens to be one of the most dynamic markets in the world. After completing their 1st year, the students are encouraged and also provided opportunities to carry out their summer internship assignments in UAE and the Middle East – primarily GCC countries – including Oman and Kuwait to gather market exposure.
Both courses have their advantages, so you should decide which course will be better for you.
The total number of seats available across different programs is as follows:
PGDM: 180 seats
PGDM(IB): 120 seats
PGDM(FM): 120 seats
PGDM(BDA): 60 seats
There is no reservation policy applied to any specific category of applicants. Admission to the programs is based on merit and eligibility criteria, ensuring a fair and equitable selection process for all candidates.
The recruitment process is typically well-structured and follows a streamlined approach. Companies interested in hiring from FORE participate in on-campus recruitment activities.
Firstly, the Placement Team identifies and targets potential recruiters, inviting them for both final and summer internship placements. Once companies confirm their participation, they engage in pre-placement talks (PPTs) where they provide insights about their organization, culture, and career opportunities.
After the PPTs, companies conduct interviews and selection processes, which may include multiple rounds such as group discussions, case studies, and personal interviews.