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Is it true that IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta CVs are highly exaggerated by the students despite the rigorous verification to make them sound impactful?
No, IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta CVs aren’t highly exaggerated. The right terms will be well-structured and strategically marketed.
As mentioned, the CV verification process is rigorous and the institute only accepts poofs in certain specific formats from authorized people or organizations. So, there is no way anyone can exaggerate any facts. Students of these institutes mention their work and achievements in a way that catches the eye of the recruiters. That is the only difference.
What's special about IIM-A ?
Here are some of the things that make IIM A special.
- The brilliant case-study-based teaching methodology.
- The amazing pool of professors.
- The famous IIM Ahmedabad alumni network. The institute has produced over 33,000 leaders around the globe. As a student, you will have access to this huge network of people.
- The peer interaction is unparalleled at IIM A. You will be sharing campus life with many a future CEO.
- You will get the best placement opportunities in the country.
As an IIM A student you will get to experience the connotations that come with the tag, first hand.
What is the procedure to defer admission to IIM Ahmedabad?
Every student that gets selected to IIM Ahmedabad gets an option to defer their admission provided that the person must have full time work experience of less than 2 years.
This corporate experience gives a better understanding of the PGP program.
Some important points related to deferring admission are:
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Defer can be for a maximum of 2 years and a minimum of 1 year
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1 year deferment is not allowed for freshers. They need to defer for at least 2 years and gain experience.
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A separate form needs to be filled for applying for deferment.
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Fees include Security Deposit + deferment fee = 2 lacs. If you don’t join after the end of the deferment period, this amount will be forfeited.
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Your progress will be monitored throughout.
To get your admission deferred, all you need to do is apply and send the form to IIM Ahmedabad. Such requests rarely go unaccepted.
What was the lowest CAT percentile for an aspirant who got admission in IIM-Ahmedabad?
As there is no official record, it's difficult to know the lowest percentile accepted for admission at IIM Ahmedabad. But I know students who got admission with a percentile as low as 63 from engineering backgrounds.
But note that for 2022 IIM Ahmedabad cutoff is expected to be around the 99 percentile.
How was your selection process at Guild Capital during IIM Ahmedabad placements?
My sister's friend reached out to the Guild Team for an internship in her 5th semester at IIM Ahmedabad. She wanted some experience in the field of venture capital. Luckily she got selected. Her boss suggested she get some experience in the consulting sector. She was in a dilemma when she received Guild's offer to join.
With no experience, she would be making a risky decision of opting out of the placement process. But she finally took the step and accepted Guild's offer. Today she has no regrets for the same and is well settled.
How do I manage my fees for IIM Ahmedabad?
The campus of IIM Ahmedabad offers stalls from banks that are ready to help you in the entire loan process.
Start your loan application process early. As soon as you get selected your college will get you in touch with the bank officials. Every bank has different interest rates. Choose according to your budget. You just need to fill and submit the documents online and wait.
The banks will cater to all your expenses like fees and reimbursements. All you need to do is drop your mail to the bank's mail ID. You will get instant credit in your account.
When you finally get a job after graduation you have to repay the loan within 6 months or a year.
How do I get into IIM Ahmedabad with low academics?
Even with remarkable academic achievements, admission to IIM-Ahmedabad is notoriously difficult. Before even considering IIM-Ahmedabad, there are three criteria that must be met.
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To begin, one must achieve a 70 percentile in all three sections and an 80 percentile overall.
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Second, for a candidate with a science background, your average of your 10th and 12th grades should be equal to or higher than 80%. If you get a 100 percentile and your average of 10th and 12th grades is less than 80, IIM-Ahmedabad will reject you.
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Finally, the percentage of marks in the bachelor's degree should be set at the 80th percentile of the percentage marks in the respective ACRC group.
If you meet all three criteria, you are eligible for admission to IIM-Ahmedabad and have low academic standing. Your 10th, 12th, graduation, and work experience points are added together and multiplied by 0.35. The remaining 65% is your CAT weightage, which is calculated by dividing your marks by the highest marks scored by a candidate in the CAT exam and then multiplying by 0.65.
Academic points can be made up if you perform exceptionally well on the exam. So, instead of worrying about your academic history, try to focus on getting a high percentile, which increases your chances of getting a call even if you have low academics.
Why is the fee structure so high in iim ahmedabad?
IIM Ahmedabad charges high fees to maintain its cutting-edge facilities, top-notch infrastructure, high-end research facilities, it offers. They need to charge high to meet these costs. Also, IIMs are autonomous and they don’t receive much funding from the government. The majority of their funding comes from the program fees.
However, for students in need of financial help, IIM Ahmedabad has many scholarships and students loans on offer.
Why is JBIMS and not IIM A or XLRI, known as the “CEO Factory of India”?
It can be affirmatively stated that JBIMS is considered one of the best business schools in India. The trio of IIM A/B/C holds a distinct brand value compared to other top colleges in the country and globally. The brand recognition and respect of the IIM institutes have increased due to its status as an "Institutes of National Importance" and the widespread accomplished alumni base both in and outside of India.
JBIMS boasts an impressive list of notable alumni, including Vinita Bali, the Managing Director of Britannia, Lalita D. Gupte, Chairperson of ICICI Venture Funds Management Company, and Chanda Kochhar, Managing Director & CEO of ICICI Bank, India, just to name a few. Moreover, the Managing Directors and CEOs of some of India's largest companies such as ICICI, HUL, Kotak Mahindra, and Piramal are alumni of JBIMS.
Which would be a better choice for a one-year MBA in India, IIM Bangalore (EPGP), IIM Ahmedabad (PGPX), or ISB(PGP)?
All the three options are equally good.The choice depends on your profile and career goals. Here are some details regarding these options to assist you-
- Student Profile- The target students of ISB PGP and IIM Ahmedabad PGPX are slightly different. ISB prefers professionals with 2+ years of experience, and IIMA prefers those with 4 to 5 years of experience.
- Ranking- IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore and ISB are all highly ranked business schools. They are among the top 50 business schools in the world. All three are at par with one another.
- Batch size- ISB PGP intakes 500+ students at a time, and IIMA PGPX intakes 100+. A bigger batch size means more opportunities, while a smaller batch size means stronger teacher- student relations.
- Flagship Program- One year PGP is the flagship program of ISB.
These are some parameters to help you make a choice. All the three are excellent colleges, and you should choose among them based on your personal goals.
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