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Should I do a BBA from Christ University or IBS hyderabad?
It’s your attitude towards learning that matters more than the college itself. Yet if I have to comment on the two colleges, I would say Christ University is a fairly good choice. The main reasons are
- The fest culture makes you come out of your comfort zones and test your limits and diversify your talents.
- The overqualified rules set by the college increase your patience level ten folds
- You get to live in Bangalore, the city of innumerable opportunities and dreams.
However, if you are joining the college with the mindset of being taught then you need to rectify it. Here it’s you who has to force yourself to learn no one is going to push you. Anyone who wants to learn about business, in reality, will not be able to gain much from this B School. The B School churns out managers only. Rarely does it give birth to a business owner or entrepreneur despite the university’s module for entrepreneurship in a semester.
Should I go for an MBA at IBS Hyderabad, or in UPES Dehradun?
I hope you have already decided on your specialization. So it’s better that you go for that specific course than a regular MBA at UPES Dehradun. If you take up the regular MBA you will have to study general subjects in the first year and your choice of specialization subjects in the second. Whereas if you go for MBA in International Business or Logistics and Supply Chain Management, you'll be taught subjects concerning that specialization from semester one itself. This will help you in the long run.
One more thing you should know is that for International Business, IBS Hyderabad is a much better choice than UPES. The placement scenario at UPES for IB is yet to improve.
Should I go with IBS Hyderabad or Woxsen Hyderabad?
IBS Hyderabad has many shortcomings
when compared to Woden Hyderabad which is a relatively new college. Some major drawbacks IBS faces today are
- Batch-size: The biggest flaw is the huge batch size that obstructs personal attention to its students. Woxsen on the other hand has a much smaller batch size and promotes better teamwork and peer interaction. The smaller batch size at Woxen ensures the entire batch to be taught by extremely talented faculty whereas the large batch size of ISB does not let the entire batch to be taught by the best professors. The visiting faculty who are the industry’s top-notch experienced professionals only conduct auditorium sessions and thus not the entire batch can attend.
- Campus life: IBS Hyderabad has a much livelier campus life being new and decked with world class facilities. Its infrastructure speaks of the most modern example of an internationally acclaimed architecture. Whereas IBS has shared housing, substandard infrastructure and a submissive environment.
- Growth: Woxen has been growing at a spectacular rate and its placement statistics are a testament to that. Top companies like Amazon, KPMG, Virtusa, HDFC, and ICICI Sec visit Woxsen for placements.
The only advantage IBS Hyderabad has over Woxen is its legacy of being one of the oldest B Schools in India. Because of its early establishment, it now attracts a pool of the best recruiters better than that at Woxen.
Can you please set the preference order for the following MBA colleges: IBS-Hyderabad, IMT-Nagpur, XIME-Banglore, Welingkar-Mumbai, Bimtech-Noida?
Honestly speaking all the B Schools you mentioned are just glamorous brand names with no real value. The placement scenario is very pathetic here as the companies that visit are looking for students who can work at fewer salaries. Only the extremely meritorious students get good packages and that too is rare.
So I will suggest that if you have scored 95+ in CAT, then you are capable of more. So work hard and target a better B School next year. Remove these colleges from your list of options and attempt CAT again.
If you are not very sure about attempting CAT again then prepare yourself for a package as low as 5-6 LPA.
How is the food in IBS Hyderabad?
Commenting on the taste of food is subjective and totally depends on one’s taste buds. While some may enjoy a certain dish others may dislike it. So for the definite answer, you will have to personally taste the food to know if it’s good or not.
The food is provided through a 4-meal per day program including breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner. They keep changing the variety of food offered so as to meet the tastes of everyone in general.
There are 2 Mess facilities at IBS Hyderabad one is close to the boy's hostel while one is closer to the girl's hostel. You can get enrolled in any one of your choices at your convenience.
There are gingers on the ground floor of hostels to cater to your midnight cravings and birthday parties.
Overall the food served at IBS Hyderabad is decent, hygienic, and healthy and is better than many other colleges.
How is the placement of the IBS Hyderabad in finance?
Many get confused between ISB and IBS Hyderabad. The former is a top B School with high Global rankings while the latter is a mediocre college.
As far as placements are concerned, they depend more on an individual’s profile, skills, knowledge, and personality than the college they hail from. Yet I have to admit having IBS on your resume will definitely limit your chances of getting a decent package. This is because the brand value is low and it does not meet the standards of the top B Schools. I know a friend who after graduating from IBS did his internships at a top bank and ever since then has been unemployed in the search of a decent job.
My personal advice regarding higher education is that it’s better to invest and go for a college that will add value to your resume in the future than spend less money and go for a mediocre college that might make the job-hunting game a difficult one for you.
For an average student, is IBS Hyderabad a good choice?
To succeed in an MBA program, it is crucial to work hard and strive to be above average. Average profiles can be found in top institutes such as IIMs. The success of the program is determined by the benefit gained from it during the two years spent in the institute.
ICFAI Business School (IBS) is one of the oldest business schools in India with campuses in Hyderabad and Mumbai being considered the best. During the 2022 placements, IBS Hyderabad recorded a placement percentage of 99% with an average package offered at INR 8.71 LPA. The highest international and domestic package offered was INR 53.45 LPA and INR 21 LPA, respectively. The placement rate was 97%. Top recruiters in 2022 included Google, TCS, and L&T.
It is advisable to talk to seniors and alumni of the institute to gain more information that will aid in making better decisions. If a specific role or company is in mind, one should inquire about sectoral and functional placements.
Which one is better for pursuing an MBA: IBS Hyderabad or IIM Sambalpur?
First of all, it’s wrong to compare IIM Sambalpur with a below-average institution like IBS Hyderabad. IIM Sambalpur might be a new IIM but it is still among the tier 3 colleges whereas IBS Hyderabad is nowhere near.
My friend is currently pursuing an MBA from IIM Sambalpur and has listed the following pros and cons of the institute
Pros
- Under the mentorship of IIM Indore, IIM Sambalpur is slowly making its mark in the IIM family. It welcomes visiting faculties from IIM Indore which also shares the research work and other material with Sambalpur
- IIM Sambalpur might soon become an educational center as it hosts one of the oldest engineering colleges of the state which is on its way to becoming an IIEST, a very reputed government medical college and a couple of other well-known government universities.
- The airstrip near the city might soon become an airport in the near future thereby enhancing connectivity.
- Although it functions from a leased campus, the infrastructure is top notch
Cons
- It does not have its own campus and functions from leased premises
- The campus is situated 20 km away from the city and the nearest railway station in a lowly private engineering college.
- The placement is nowhere near the IIM standards
- Weak alumni base due to recent establishment
- The faculties are mediocrely experienced
- The lack of connectivity is a major reason for poor placements. The nearest functional airport is in Bhubaneswar, 350 km away.
All in all IIM Sambalpur is a decent choice if you are passionate about the IIM tag only and have limited options. Some years down the line it might improve in brand value as well. So go for it if it’s the tag you are after but go for ISB if you want a better teaching experience.
Which is best between Op Jindal Global Global Business School, Haryana and ICFAI IBS, Hyderabad?
I know someone whose father is a director at OP Jindal Global Business School. However, he wasn’t delighted with the B School’s performance and kept changing schools. OPJGBS initially began its Law courses at Sonepat. It later added many more courses. The B School is away from the crowded NCR and has a big campus. So this school is a good option for you only if you live in and around NCR and have no other option. You also need to have enough financial resources as the fees of the B School are pretty high.
ISB Hyderabad on the other hand has an established reputation of being one of the oldest B Schools in India. It has a far better standing and worth than OPJGBS and should definitely be preferred over the latter. However one can say that ISB Hyderabad has lost its original charm owing to the increasing batch size and lack of vision.
Which is better: IBS Hyderabad or IMT Nagpur?
The choice between IBS Hyderabad and IMT Nagpur for pursuing post-graduate education in management may depend on a variety of factors, but it is important to consider why IMT Nagpur might be a better option. While IBS Hyderabad offers a variety of programs in management, including BBA, BA, E-MBA, and Ph.D., IMT Nagpur focuses solely on PGDM programs in six specializations. This focus allows IMT-Nagpur to provide a high-quality education specifically tailored to the needs of management students.
One of the key benefits of IMT Nagpur is its strong connections to the business world. The institution attracts over 100 recruiters each year from top companies, providing students with a wide range of opportunities for employment after graduation. Additionally, IMT Nagpur is known for offering high salaries to its graduates, with average starting salaries of 16 LPA.
In addition to its strong academic programs and employment prospects, IMT Nagpur also has a well-deserved reputation for having a great campus life. When choosing a post-graduate institution, it is important to consider not just the curriculum, but also the overall experience and environment. IM Nagpur offers a well-rounded experience that is worth the investment.
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