Question 1

What is the international immersion program at IIM Sirmaur?

Accepted Answer

This program recently initiated by IIM Sirmaur targets students who want International Exposure. It’s actually a rich blend of the IIM curriculum and added exposure to international business practices, strategic operations management, and current issues in the European markets.

The duration of the program is 1 month. The pedagogy comprises industry visits and weekend trips which facilitate classroom learning and help the students comprehend the context better.

For a better understanding, let me narrate my sister's experience. She flew to Milan, the fashion capital of the world. On the weekdays the entire focus was given to studying at SDA Bocconi and weekends were a getaway for traveling and exploring. She describes the teaching method as spectacular. The faculty was very experienced and highly learned and taught them to find the solutions to the toughest problem in the simplest and most systematic way. The industry visit to Ferrari and Maserati was the cherry on the cake. She was also able to explore Europe's famous places like Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Lugano Lake, Mont Brie, Genova, etc., and the marvelous architecture of Rome, Florence, and Pisa.

All in all, she claims that the experience of IIP broadened her mindset and perspective to see things from different dimensions. It provided a sense of self-development and made her realize that the world is filled with unlimited opportunities.

Question 2

How can I get admission into the IIM Sirmaur? What are its fees and other requirements?

Accepted Answer

One of the major requirements of IIM Sirmaur is hard work and determination. You need constant motivation to crack CAT and score a high percentile.

Once you have cracked CAT, CAP comes into the picture wherein the WAT-PI round is conducted. You will have to prepare for the interview beforehand as this is not something you can do without confidence. You will have to smartly answer their questions.

After the candidates have undergone all the admission rounds, a merit list is created based on a score calculated from all the rounds including CAT, personal interview and profile of the candidate. Given below is a breakup of the scores for creating the final merit list-:

Scaled CAT Score: 35 Marks
Personal Interview (PI): 30 Marks
Profile: 35 Marks

Fees

Program	Fees
MBA	INR 13.75 lakh (2 years)
International Immersion Program	INR 1 lakh (per term)

Along with the fees, the student is required to pay Rs.1,00,000/- in each term (up to the fourth term) for the International Immersion Programme. In the event that the Immersion program is not conducted, the cost fee charged for the immersion program activity shall be adjusted against the term fee.

Question 3

Is it worth to do tourism and hospitality management course from IIM Sirmaur for the sake of IIM tag?

Accepted Answer

One very important aspect that people forget while choosing colleges is the leader under which the college performs. Without effective leadership, any new IIM will become a worthless B School. One such example is IIM Trichy. IIM Trichy prospered under the leadership of Director Sri Prafulla Agnihotri who made Trichy what it is today. He constructed it from scratch. Through his relentless efforts, he was able to attract top professors and build a sound faculty base. He managed to provide the best through the temporary campus itself.

The same person Director Sri Prafulla Agnihotri is now leading IIM Sirmaur so I can say with conviction that if not immediately, then gradually Sirmaur’s brand name will improve magnificently in the years to come. So surely it is worth joining IIM Sirmaur and do the Tourism and Hospitality course.

Question 4

What are the prospects of doing an MBA in tourism and hospitality from IIM Sirmaur? How would it compare with core MBA courses from other private AA and A grade MBA institutes?

Accepted Answer

Both the courses give an edge to each other and cannot be compared. MBA T and HM are specialized courses that should be taken only if you are inclined toward the field. It helps you to establish a career and knowledge of the Tourism and Hospitality industry.

The 2-year MBA flagship course has been standing for more than 2 years and therefore its curriculum cannot be compared to that of these recently launched courses. Some perks of these courses are

Become a part of the legacy.
Learn how to build everything from scratch by founding or becoming part of clubs and committees.
International Job opportunities
Himachal is famous for its tourism because of its beautiful landscapes. The tourism sector of Himachal Pradesh contributes 7% to the state GDP.
You can contribute to promoting Tourism, increasing its capacities to serve foreigners while remaining settled in your hometown.

So this course is very beneficial for people who have a keen interest in tourism.