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How is IIM Bangalore PGPEM different from EPGP or PGP program? What are the global rankings and accreditations for these programs?
At IIMB, the EPGP program is a full-time MBA program that is accredited by EQUIS and AACSB and it is even ranked at 33 in the Global MBA ranking list. PGP is a full-time 2-year program ranked in the top 20 programs in the World in the Master in Management category. You will find the PGPEM program is quite an executive correspondence course ranked among the top 100 in the executive education category. Only the EPGP and the PGP offer you placement at senior and junior positions respectively.
Here I'm briefly mentioning the Major Highlights of IIM Bangalore.
| Parameters | IIM Bangalore |
| Tuition Fee | INR 23 LPA |
| Placement Average | 100% |
| Average Package | INR 13.74 LPA |
Hope this answered your question.
What is the value for part time PGDM in NMIMS Mumbai?
Most part-time courses carry no real value other than adding the post-graduate tag. They have no worth in the corporate world irrespective of whichever reputed college you have chosen. NMIMS is one of the top reputed B Schools in India and has a big brand name.
- The faculty is extremely talented and experienced
- The placement scenario is pretty good except that part-time courses have no fixed statistics.
- The fees are relatively high when compared to other B Schools of the same league
- The curriculum is very rigorous and requires constant attendance and involvement. Being a part-time PGDM, you are probably a working professional and it becomes very difficult to balance work with studies.
- The curriculum required you to submit assignments and give frequent exams. This might be difficult for working people.
- Unfortunately there is quite a level of distinction between full-time PGDM students and part-time PGDM students as the former get the most attention from teachers.
- The curriculum is rushed in order to get completed within 21 months imparting no real learning
I know a friend who chose NMIMS Executive MBA and paid hefty fees just for the brand name instead of doing the same course at a less popular B School. She regretted her decision and claimed the program to be a total waste of money and time. She said she could have done the same from another B School at half the cost. So part-time MBA itself is not that worthless, but paying a hefty sum merely for the brand name and postgraduate tag is illogical. You can do the same program at a much lesser cost than other B Schools.
How is IMT Ghaziabad PGDM Executive Program? How are the placements?
IMT Ghaziabad, AACSB Accredited one of the premier B-schools with four campuses at Ghaziabad, Dubai, Hyderabad, and Nagpur has completed 100% Placements for its Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management Accelerated program (PGDM ExP) batch 2020-21. It is an 18 Month PGDM-Executive program meant for executives with 5 years of work experience.
PGDM ExP Placements 2021 have broken all its past records.
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PGDM ExP Batch |
Batch Size |
Average Salary |
Highest Salary |
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2020-21 |
39 |
21.37 LPA |
40.80 LPA |
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2019-20 |
24 |
14.36 LPA |
16.89 LPA |
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2018-19 |
19 |
13.35 LPA |
17.50 LPA |
The placement season 2021 for PGDM-ExP has not only registered 100% placements yet again despite the increase in batch size but has also achieved higher salary packages.
IMT ExP 2020-21 witnessed top recruiters including Accenture, Atos, Delhivery, Dr. Oatkers, Genpact, Infosys, Innover, JioMart Tata Trusts, EY, Logit One, Jio Mart, Logit One, Moglix, RBL, Wipro, Wiz Freight, Zetwerk, KPMG, Deloitte, HSBC, Mahindra among others. While Accenture emerged as the top recruiter with 10 offers, Infosys made 3 offers, and Jiomart, Logit One, and TAFE made 2 offers each.
Is IMT Ghaziabad good college for executive MBA?
IMT Ghaziabad offers a good executive MBA program. The course curriculum is rich and industry relevant. You will learn through real-time industry case studies. IMT management faculty is one of the best in the country. The institute helps students leverage their experience to elevate in industry. As a student of the course, you will get good exposure and networking opportunities.
How is the PGDM executive (fulltime) course of IMT Ghaziabad? How are the placements? How is it compared to IIM Shillong and SPJAIN PGPM?
An executive course is a one-year MBA degree for working professionals, whereas a full-time PGDM is for two regular years, like all other MBA degrees. The executive course at IMT Ghaziabad is quite good. They have concise and to-the-point courses and complete almost the whole two-year program in one year. Placements for executive students may not be as many, as most of them are already working, but they do help in placements for other students.
If you choose to pursue a correspondence course, it does not matter as much where you pursue it.
IIM Shillong, being an IIM, has its own prestige. But when compared to all B-schools Rankings, IMT Ghaziabad is definitely higher up the charts than IIM Shillong or SPJAIN PGDM. If given the option, it would be better to choose IMT Ghaziabad or IIM Shillong over SPJAIN PGDM. If you are looking for a campus experience, Ghaziabad would be a better personal preference.
Which should I choose: MBA (2 year PGP) from IIM Ahmedabad or MS in computer science from a decent (top 10 & not top 3) US university with funding? What should I consider when choosing?
A friend of mine faced a similar dilemma when he was torn between choosing IIM Ahmedabad (MBA) and Stanford (MS). He went for IIM Ahmedabad in the end. He considered the following factors before making this decision:
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Geographical factors: If you want to stay in India then MBA from IIM Ahmedabad is the best choice. But if you are certain you want to settle abroad, MS from Stanford is a good choice.
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Nature of career: Comparing the nature of both the courses, we find that MBA is a general one while MS is specific. MBA is related to business and management while MS is technical. Based on your interests and aspirations one can easily make a choice between the two.
If you are still unable to decide then know that you can pursue MBA in the US even after MS. The latter will offer you more opportunities.
How is the executive MBA from XLRI?
The 1-year PGDM(GM)/GMP program offered by XLRI is one of the best MBA programs in the country. The duration of the program is 15 months out of which you will have to spend 12 months on campus.
- The curriculum is similar to that of the 2-year long program. You will also have the same faculty. XLRI has one of the best faculty bases in the country.
- You will get to be a part of the XL mafia, i.e. the extensive network of XL alums. They are recruited in top positions of many reputed MNCs. There are also a significant number of successful entrepreneurs. Such a vast alumni network definitely has its own advantages.
- Since 5-year work experience is the least requirement, you will have peers from Marine Logistics to NGOs. As the curriculum is case-based, you will have the opportunity to discuss many cases with your peers from different backgrounds.
- You will get to experience the overall XL culture. There are ample opportunities to interact with the students from BM/HR programs. These are one of the top MBA programs in the country.
Besides all this, Jamshedpur is a great place away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. You will definitely enjoy your time there.
Is IMT Ghaziabad's weekend PGPM program a good option?
IMT Ghaziabad weekend PGPM program is most suitable for working professionals who cannot spare much time from their work life to pursue MBA. People who are unable to pursue a regular MBA due to personal reasons can only go for this program.
Eligibility: The eligibility criteria is a minimum of 3 years of work experience. Sometimes they might even ask for a sponsorship letter from your employer.
The program is a well-structured one and has been established for a long time now.
Fees: The fees for this program are INR 7.25 Lakhs.
Suitability: The program is a good choice if you want to upgrade your skills, broaden your learning experience, or switch careers. Homeowners if you are looking for a salary spike this program does not guarantee it as it provides placement assistance but not proper placement opportunities.
How good is IMI Delhi 'executive PGDM' compared to other 1 year exe-MBA courses in India?
IMI Delhi Executive PGDM is a very good choice if you are on the lookout for improving your learning caliber and climbing the corporate ladder higher. It is most suitable for working professionals who join on a sabbatical and don’t leave their jobs to pursue this program.
The faculty is highly experienced and will guide you throughout the program. The placement for their flagship course is better than the executive course. They falsely claim to offer lateral placement support. If you are joining the program be prepared for no general increase in salary or placements. Join the program only if your primary purpose is to learn. Less than half of the students get placed in this program too with below-average packages. If you are ready to face it with a positive mindset, then only opt for this program.
What should I choose: MBA (EPGP) from IIM Bangalore or MBA (full-time) from Mannheim Business School, Germany? I have 8 years of experience in IT/Telecom and want to get into Product Management.
Rather than telling you what to choose, I will list down the pros and cons of both the B Schools and leave it to you to make the final decision.
Mannheim Business School, Germany
Pros
- Being one of the most reputed B Schools in Germany, you will get a high-paying job right after completing your course.
- Mannheim itself is an experience as people from all over the world come here and you get to attend some amazing events too.
Cons
- This B School charges a whopping fee of around 32000-35000 euros. And the fees do not include living expenses (9000 euros)
- You will have to learn German especially if you want to get into product management to deal with clients. That is an additional expense.
IIM Bangalore
Pros
- Fees are comparatively less than that of Mannheim Business School.
- Faculty is supportive and extremely experienced.
- Living expenses are included in the fees themselves.
- The placements are top notch and with an above-average grade, you can easily get placed at a reputed firm with a high package.
Cons
- Being located in the heart of the city the only disadvantage that IIM Bangalore students face is the heavy traffic.
Weighing both the pros and cons you can now make a decision easily. In my opinion, go for the German B School if you have plans for permanently settling abroad. But if you want to eventually stay in your home country then IIM Bangalore is the best option for you.
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