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How good are the placements after the one-year MBA (EPGP) at IIM Bangalore?
The placements for EPGP at IIM Bangalore are excellent and even better than that of IIM Ahmedabad and ISB. Only the best companies visit and offer high packages.
The Institute has also released its placement report for the EPGP batch of 2022. According to it, 30 companies participated in the placement drive and recruited 71 students. The maximum number of students was recruited by Accenture and the average CTC of INR 30.90 LPA was offered and the median CTC stood at INR 30 LPA.
The table below compares the placement statistics for two years to provide a better understanding.
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Particulars |
2022 |
2021 |
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Number of Companies Participated |
30 |
30 |
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Class Size |
75 |
73 |
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Number of Students placed |
71 |
55 |
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Average CTC |
INR 30.9 LPA |
INR 26.08 LPA |
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Median CTC |
INR 30 LPA |
INR 26 LPA |
Some of the top recruiters included Accenture Strategy, Amazon, PwC, Manyavar, Microsoft. MindTree, Bain & Company. The highest number of placement offers were made by the Consulting industry followed by the IT industry.
Are the job profiles offered at MDI Gurgaon on par with IIMs like LIK, not ABC? How much effort does one have to put into his future to get on par with the IIM graduates if one graduate from there?
IIML is clearly superior to MDI in non-marketing specializations in terms of placement. However, IIM I, K, and MDI are generally equal in terms of placements, except for a few banks that specifically seek out the IIM tag at I&K. If you work equally hard at either campus and all other operational factors are constant, you will likely end up in a similar position whether you choose MDI or I or K. However, as mentioned before, IIML still has the edge and requires more effort if you're in the finance or consulting field.
If you're interested in MDI, it's worth noting that recent placement reports show more and more prestigious finance and consulting companies are visiting the campus. This has helped MDI deliver well-rounded placements. So, if you're willing to put in the work, MDI could be a good option for you.
How should one prepare for the aptitude test conducted at IIM Bangalore for its Big Data Analytics course?
For the aptitude test of IIM Bangalore Big Data Analytics course, you should study basic Quantitative Techniques, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, fundamental Statistics, and Python. The questions asked in the test revolve around these areas.
Here is a brief highlight of the test.
| Total no of question | 30 |
| Time required to complete | 60 min |
| Time assigned | 1.5 hours |
| Marking scheme | Correct answer - 1 mark, no negative marking |
The difficulty level of the examination is easy to moderate.
How good is placement at ISB, Hyderabad compared to IIMs (since number of students are much more in ISB, leading to tough competition)?
When comparing the placements of the two, ISB and IIMs, the batch size hardly matters because both institutes market different products. The background and profiles of students of both institutes are too versatile to draw comparisons. If I roughly divide the ISB students and the kind of placement scenario they face then
- 90% of students get their dream jobs in the desired sector and company
- 10% of the students get jobs that are below their expectations but not worse enough to forgo the offers
So the batch size does not matter here and ISB Hyderabad placements are themselves quite satisfactory.
How can I get a visit into the IIM Bangalore campus?
If you need to visit IIMB for a tour, it is best if you know a current student there or if you can connect with a faculty member on campus and discuss a common subject.
You should also avoid visiting during festivals because you will most likely be barred from all but the common areas and will be unable to find anyone who can tell you anything about the location.
When visiting any secured perimeter, it is more important to appear sincere, and presentable, and not faff around on your intentions or in general. Be open and honest about your intentions. The only issue is that there are too many people talking about being prospective students, and no one wants to take a security risk.
Is the academic rigour of IIM Calcutta more than IIM Bangalore?
Yes, the academic rigour of IIM Calcutta is more than IIM Bangalore. But to a very little extent. Overall the impact is very little.
The academic rigour at any institute is affected by:
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Batch-size
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Curriculum structure
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Grading
IIM Calcutta has the largest batch size. So the academic rigor is higher than other IIMs. Also, it has the fastest academic year. There are no breaks between terms, and midterms are wrapped, in most years, within 3 days with 2–3 exams per day. IIM Calcutta has a Grading scale upto 9 with grades very spaced out within the batch, and competition for superior grades often heats up towards the end of Term 3, with average performance spiking up as everyone wants to score high.
The rest is for you to judge. But keep in mind that the competition vigor at every IIM is the same.
Why did you choose IIM L over FMS Delhi? I heard that FMS is at par with ABC and much better than IIM L.
- Placements: While median/average salary is one way to judge placement quality, considering the roles offered at summer and final placements is a more comprehensive way to get an idea of the quality of placements. In terms of finance and consulting firms visiting the campus for summer and final placements, IIM BAC received more diverse offers. MBB firms have begun to visit IIM L as well.
- International Reputation: IIMs BAC is one of the world's top business schools. Even if IIML is not widely known in the international community, the fact that it is part of the IIM family lends credibility to its name. FMS does not appear in any international rankings.
- Student Exchange: IIMB has over 150 outgoing students and over 90 incoming students. The figures at IIML would be lower, but significantly higher than at FMS.
- Pedagogy: The pedagogy at IIMs is a mix of case studies and class-based theoretical discussions. This provides a more in-depth understanding of various topics.
- Campus Life: Campus life at IIMs is vibrant, whereas it is almost nonexistent at FMS.
- Research: The research output of IIMs at BAC and even L is higher than that of FMS. You could, for example, work with a professor to publish a paper or write a case study as part of your course.
What is good about IIM Bangalore?
IIM Bangalore is a well-balanced group of academically exceptional yet multi-faceted individuals, with work experience providing a wide range of ideas. It is located in one of India's most exciting cities, Bangalore, the epicenter of start-up activity. The architecture on campus is both timeless and serene.
If you want to work hard, there are plenty of opportunities, a great set of professors, infrastructure, and a variety of facilities. Pursuing a distance MBA from IIM Bangalore will provide you with numerous opportunities for advancement in your career.
Previously, 137 companies visited the campus, and 662 offers were made during the 2022 IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP and PGP Business Analytics) placements. Furthermore, the average package offered by IIM Bangalore during MBA placements in 2022 was INR 33.82 LPA.
Should residents of Ahmedabad skip IIM Ahmedabad, to avoid constant disturbance from family members, and try for IIM Calcutta or IIM Bangalore instead?
I wouldn’t say that as a student of IIM Ahmedabad and also a resident of Ahmedabad, visits from your family members will be a problem. This is because the maximum duration of your day will be spent in classes, studying for exams or assignments. You will not even have the time to be disturbed by your family members. It’s not that big of a factor that might change your decision to go to IIM Calcutta or Bangalore rather than IIM Ahmedabad. Moreover chances are that you might face some health issues and it's to your advantage as an Ahmedabad resident that your family members will tend to you so that you can recover quickly.
What is life like after receiving an MBA from FMS-Delhi as compared to top IIMs?
After receiving an MBA from FMS Delhi, life became quite simple owing to the following reason
Placements
Excellent placement, and a variety of offers from different fields made it easier for the students. FMS Delhi maintains a stable placement record over years. Students receive lucrative salary packages every year. This year too was no different. The highest salary stood at INR 58 LPA. Students received an average salary of INR 34.2 LPA which increased by 30.5% (approximately) as compared to the previous year. There was an increase of 37% in the top 100 average salaries, 24% in the freshers' average salary.
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