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

• 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.

• 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.

• Hostels: The hostels are the best in the country. The safety here is top notch. The public and hostel toilets are very clean.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• Slow decision making:IIMK has not had a Director for more than 2 years. So, a lot of decision making has become slow.

• Increasing batch size: The increasing batch size might affect key resources like canteen facilities, water, and internet bandwidth.

• 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.

• 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.