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Top B-schools in India that stand out for Regional Presence

Praqtise — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 06:32:50 +0000

Look out for the hidden gems!

Anubhav and Rohit are two colleagues working for a leading investment bank. Both are excellent finance professionals who want to give their career an additional thrust. They wish to pursue an MBA from one of the top B-schools in India. However, Anubhav has a few concerns which he shares with Rohit.

Anubhav: ‘I really love working in Mumbai, but there is one thing that I do not like…’

Rohit: ‘And what would that be?’

Anubhav: ‘Only one or two of the top 10 MBA colleges in India have their campuses in Mumbai. Presuming that our exams go well, this would mean that we have to move out of here. I’m not very keen on that as Mumbai is perhaps the ideal place to be for building a career in finance.’

Rohit: ’Hmmm, I understand what you are saying. But I don’t think you are seeing things clearly. Mumbai has numerous excellent colleges. Just look at our colleagues, not everyone is from an IIM! We have industry veterans from colleges you would not hear a lot about.’

Anubhav: ‘You are right! It’s strange though, why are these colleges not in the limelight as much…’

Rohit: ‘Well, let’s call a spade a spade- not everyone can be in the top 10! A college in Mumbai cannot always have the luxury of a sprawling campus. But, they can still offer career opportunities comparable to the ones from the top 10. This is because they have the trust of the regional industry network.

Anubhav: ‘You are right! Well I guess I don’t have to necessarily leave Mumbai then. And besides, getting into IIM Ahmedabad means going to a dry state right…’

Rohit: ‘Haha! You are absolutely hopeless…’

The advantage of picking a reputed regional college

Not all colleges hold a national appeal. However, this does not mean a lower quality of education or inferior career prospects.

On the contrary, there are certain distinct advantages of pursuing MBA from regional colleges:

Being in the lap of the industry: From the perspective of recruiters, campus placements represent a significant investment in time and effort. Regional colleges offer a pool of bankable talent very close to home. This discourages many companies from traveling far for recruitments. As a result, many regional b-schools are able to offer profiles comparable to the ones at top ranking institutes.
Lower cut offs: MBA entrance exams are insanely competitive. Once a student crosses the 90%tile mark, luck does play an important part. Getting 1-2 questions right or wrong can make a huge difference. An aspirant who has barely missed out on the cut-offs of dream institutes need not be discouraged. Rather than wasting another year, they can apply to top ranking regional colleges. The pedagogy and placements will definitely be up to their expectations.
Unique courses: As we’ll see in in this post, regional colleges show a greater propensity in offering unique courses. Specialised degrees in healthcare management, banking and so on are more prominent among regional b-schools.

Our pick of the top b-schools in India that are hidden gems

Firstly, we would like to say that by no means is this list exhaustive. Secondly, we have an entire section dedicated to the best b-schools in India. Hence, in this list we are including only those colleges that we have not covered previously.

Here are some of the top b-schools in India on the basis of their regional presence:

Goa Institute of Management

Better known as GIM, the college was established in 1993. GIM offers two main post-graduate programs. The first is the flagship PGDM program. Students can specialise in the conventional domains of marketing, finance, IT, general management and HR through this program.

The second course if the PGDM program in Healthcare Management (PGDM HCM). The course is intensive and covers major aspects of the healthcare business comprehensively. It is among the few courses that offer a unique specialisation.

The course fee for PGDM is approximately INR 14 lakhs, whereas that for PGDM HCM is approximately INR 7 lakhs. Hostel fees depend on the type of option chosen the student (single/double occupancy, AC/Non-AC).

GIM 2016 Placement Summary

International Management Institute, Delhi

Established in 1981, IMI Delhi is the oldest of the three IMI campuses functioning today. There are 3 courses available for students- PGDM, PGDM (HRM) and PGDM (B&FS).

The PGDM course equips students with cross functional knowledge. PGDM (HRM) and PGDM (B&FS), as the names suggest, provide domain specific knowledge in HR and Finance respectively.

Tuition fees for self-sponsored students are nearly INR 15.5 lakhs. Hostel and mess charges amount to around INR 1.5 lakhs. Tuition fees for students who are being sponsored by companies are above INR 28 lakhs.

Summary of IMI Delhi 2017 Placements

Vinod Gupta School of Management, IIT Kharagpur

Better known through its parent institute IIT Kharagpur, the b-school was established in 1993. The flagship program is the 2 year full time MBA program. The program does not specify any Majors qualifications. Students have to go through the core courses and choose seven electives depending on their field of interest.

The cumulative fees (tuition, hostel etc.) are below INR 10 lakhs.

SOM IIT KGP 2016 Placement Summary

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai was established 2004. It offers two full time programs, the PGDM and the PGPM program. The PGPM is unique as it is one of the few courses with program duration of 1 year. The Institute does not specify Majors options; it follows the format of having fixed core courses along with electives from different domains.

The course fees for the PGPM program are around INR 18.5 lakhs. For the PGDM program, the course fees are around INR 15.5 lakhs.

Great Lakes PGDM 2016 Placement Summary

Great Lakes PGPM 2016 Placement Summary

Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research, & Entrepreneurship Education

Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research, & Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE), more commonly known as Sydenham, was established in 1983. Located in the heart of Mumbai, SIMSREE offers two full time programs- MMS and PGDBM.

Both the programs offer Majors degrees in Finance, Marketing, Operations, systems and HR. Hostel facilities are available but only for students living outside Mumbai.

The core course fees are around INR 70K per year.

SIMSREE 2016 Placement Summary

What are your thoughts on the above mentioned colleges? Are there similar institutes that you would place on this list? Please let us know in the comments.

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Top B-Schools in India for MBA in HR Management

Praqtise — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 06:36:02 +0000

Naisha and Nishit are very good friends who have been preparing to appear for the CAT for over a year. Nishit is keen on pursuing an MBA in HR and is discussing the same with Naisha. Here is a conversation between them:

Naisha: Have you decided what you are going to specialise in?

Nishit: I’m not sure yet, but I think I will pursue MBA in HR.

Naisha: Why do you want to pursue MBA in HR?

Nishit: I think interacting with people has always been one of my best skills. I think if I can bring that to use in my professional life, I would be able to grow both, personally and professionally.

Naisha: You have a point there. However, do you know what the best colleges to study human resource management are?

Nishit: I’m not sure yet because I haven’t had a lot of time for research. Most of my time is taken up by the preparation schedule.

Just like Nishit and Naisha, many students are so busy preparing for the entrance examinations, that they overlook one of the most important aspect – selecting their field of specialisation. And even they have decided upon their field of specialization, there are many students who have not researched as to which are the top institutes which offer their field of specialization.

Praqtise Fact File: Human resources field is the most in-demand job field for recruiters and represents over half of the total job listings. The most common job roles are HR assistant, Director or HR, Human Resource generalist, and HR manager. (Human Resources MBA, 2016).

MBA in HR management

Masters of Business Administration in human resource management offers the opportunity to study human behaviour and psyche from a business perspective. Here, you have to understand the perspectives of both, the employers and the employees. The most important job role of a human resource manager is staffing – acquiring the right talent for the right job role. However, an even more important role of a human resource manager is that of forming a bridge between the employees and the employers. Hence, it can be said that human resource managers are an extremely important part of any business. Moreover, there is humongous potential for growth in the industry as a human resource manager.

If you decide to pursue human resource management, here is the list of top Business Schools that offer the best programs and courses for MBA in HR. There are different rankings available for all these colleges across the Internet, so to avoid confusion, we have just selected a list of top MBA colleges.

Xavier Labour Research Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur

Postgraduate Programme in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations

XLRI offers a two-year post graduate diploma programme in HR management. The HRM course is the most prestigious programs offered by XLRI, and the oldest too. It has been ranked as the best programme in India across the Asia-Pacific region. The programme aims to equip the students with not just the skills required to manage human resources, but also contribute to the development of the organizations as well as the individuals.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

M.A. in Human Resources Management and Labour Relations (HRM & LR)

The M.A. in HRM and LR offered by the TISS is professionally equivalent to an MBA course from other reputed colleges. It helps students develop into a competent yet sensitive HRM graduates, ready to take on the challenges of the business world. The program explores the critical areas of contemporary HRM as well as their relation to other business functions.

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Pune

Master in Business Administration

This course provides the students with the skills essential for the successful management of the human resources and introduces them to the current corporate practices. The course also focuses on interpersonal and people management skills to further the scope of HR management.

Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Pune

Post Graduate Diploma in HR

The post graduate diploma course focuses equally on theory and practice; practical aspects of HR management serve to leverage the theoretical concepts. The students are provided with an extensive exploration of the issues of HR management in the context of global business environment. The course helps students acquire skills and knowledge and develop practical business sense relevant to the competitive global market.

Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon

Post-Graduate Programme in HR

MDI offers a post graduate programme in HR management to develop professionals with a well-rounded business perspective. The motive is to enable students to take on the critical role of HR professionals in business organizations. The course turns students into holistic HR managers with the capability to manage uncertainty and complexity. It furthers the sensitivity of the student towards the people, their potential, and the needs. The PGP-HRM programme is designed by experienced faculty members. It is also continuously improvised to ensure a rich academic and industrial blend.

Indian Institute of Management- Calcutta

Executive MBA in HR

The executive MBA in HR intends to cover HR management at macro as well as micro levels. Further, it aims to equip the students with contemporary knowledge and practices informed by valid research findings. The course covers both, basic and strategic HR management issues such as acquisition, retention, and management of talent.

Conclusion: A Praqtical Look

The following are the average CTC offered to HR MBA graduates in top MBA colleges:

Name of Business School	Average/Median CTC (in lakhs per annum) in 2015
XLRI, Jamshedpur	17
TISS, Mumbai	16.8
SIBM, Pune	13.05
SCMHRD, Pune	11.95
MDI, Gurgaon	15.57

Which field of specialisation would you want to pursue during MBA? Let us know in the comments.

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MBA colleges in India with best international tie-ups

Praqtise — Wed, 30 Nov 2016 15:21:14 +0000

Student exchange programs: A brief introduction

Raghav has recently completed BBA from a prestigious institute. On the last day in college, he is sitting in the canteen with two of his best friends on campus, Lynda and James. Lynda and James are foreign exchange students who have often described to Raghav how their time in India has been a great learning experience for them. They got to experience a new culture, meet new people, and learn far more than they could learn from books and classes. Raghav plans to pursue MBA and owing to the experience of James and Lynda; even he wants to get into a college which offered student exchange programs. However, Raghav is not sure which MBA colleges in India have the best student exchange programs. Raghav is not the only one who is unsure about this. There are a lot of students who are not unaware of such opportunities.

A post graduate degree is not just about studying in the class but about getting exposed to new experiences. Most MBA colleges in India promote summer internship programs, but students often find internship placements within India. Exposure to a foreign country and culture can be significant catalysts for the development of your career. The experience gained in the summer internship programs contribute to the building of a management perspective. Exchange programs can make a huge difference in defining the success of your career. Just like Lynda and James, if you have considered an exchange program, you should know which Institutes in India offer the best student exchange programs.

How have we come up with this list?

We have referred to the rankings of MBA colleges in India in two of the best magazines: Outlook India’s 100 best B-school and Business Line business school ranking. The top 12 colleges from the list have been mentioned below:

Business line business school ranking 2015-16
Outlook India’s 100 best B-school

Now let us look at the student exchange programs that the top MBA colleges in India have to offer.

IIM-Ahmedabad

IIM-A is the top college in both the ratings we considered. The student exchange program of IIM-A is incredibly vibrant. IIM-A has 79 partner Universities across the world which send and receive exchange students from the IIM-A. IIM-A provides an excellent opportunity to learn as well as experience new cultures.

Praqtical fact file: few of IIM-A partner universities out of 79

Asia	Asian Institute of Management, Makati City, Philippines Asian Institute of Technology, Pathumthani, Thailand
Australia	Australian Graduate School of Management, Sydney The University of Melbourne, Australia
Europe	Copenhagen Business School, Frederiksberg, Denmark EDHEC, Cedex, France
North America	Stern School of Business, NYU, New York The Anderson School at UCLA, Los Angeles
South America	Universidad De Lo8 Andes School of Management, Bogota, Colombia Universidad ESAN9 Peru
Canada	McGill University, Montreal Sauder School Of Business, Vancouver
South Africa	University of Capetown, South Africa Gordon Institute of Business, Johannesburg
New Zealand	University of Otago, New Zealand
Dual Degree Programs	ESSEC, Cedex, France
	The University of Bocconi, Milano, Italy
	HEC School of Management, Paris, France
	European Business School (EBS), Oestrich-Winkel, Germany
	University of Cologne, Germany
	ESCP Europe

IIM-Calcutta

IIM-C is the 2^nd best B-school in India per both the rankings. The PGP program provides the opportunity to spend a term at a partner university with which the college has a MoU. IIM-C has a tie up with 83 international institutes across the world.

Praqtical fact file: few of the partner institutes of IIM-C

Europe

The London School of Economics and Political Science, UK

Copenhagen Business School, Denmark

Asia Pacific

The University of Sydney Business School, Australia

Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management, China

America

Fundacao Getulio Vargas, Brazilian School of Public and Business Administration, Brazil

Ivey Business School, Canada

XLRI, Jamshedpur

XLRI is one of the best B-schools in India. It is 3^rd best as per the Outlook magazine. Below is the list of foreign Universities which have tie-ups with XLRI for student exchange programs:

The United States of America	AB Freeman School of Business Tulane University Weatherhead School of Management Case Western Reserve University Darden School of Business University of Virginia Carlson School of Management University of Minnesota
Europe	ALBA Graduate Business School, Greece Audencia Nantes School of Management, France Bordeaux Business School, France EM Lyon Business School, France Grenoble Ecole de Management, France IESEG School of Management, France Malardalen University, Sweden ESADE Business School, Spain Universiteit Antwerpen Management School, Belgium University of Gdansk, Poland Muenster School of Business Administration and Economics, Germany University of Muenster, Germany
Australia	Graduate School of Management, La Trobe University
South East Asia	Asian Institute of Management, Manila Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok

IIM Bangalore

IIM-B is the 3^rd best institute according to Business Line rating. IIM-B offers an excellent student exchange program and has partnered with more than 50 Universities across the world. Some of them are as follows:

Melbourne Business School, University of Melbourne, Australia
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
Warsaw School of Economics, Poland
London Business School, University of London, UK
Yale School of Management, USA
And much more

Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi

FMS is one of the top B-schools in India. FMS offers numerous collaborative and exchange programs in various institutions across the world. Some of the tie-ups by the Institute are:

Foreign Exchange Programs

Lahore University of Management Sciences, Pakistan.
IAE de Lyon Business School of the Universite Jean Moulin of France.
Indo-Korean Youth Exchange Program, Ajou University, South Korea.

IIM Kozhikode

IIM-K is one of the top B-schools in India and offers great student exchange programs. IIM-K have partnered with universities across the globe, some of which are:

MAYS Business School, Texas A & M University, USA
Jonkoping International Business School, Sweden
Plymouth University, UK
Leeds University Business School, UK
Audencia Nantes School of Management, France

IIM Lucknow

IIM- L is also one of the best B-schools in India and enjoys the 5^th position in the Business line rankings. IIM-L offers excellent student exchange programs owing to their international association and tie-ups with numerous universities across the globe, some of which are as follows:

Europe	Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium Copenhagen Business School, Denmark ESSEC Business School, France Ecole de Management, France Universite Jean Moulin, France REIMS School of Management, France ESCP-EAP, European School of Management, France European Business School, Germany Leipzig School of Management, Germany ESADE Business School, Spain Jonkoping International Business School, Sweden The university of St. Gallen, Switzerland
USA	George Mason University University of Connecticut Kelly School of Business
Canada	Brock University Carleton University Michael G Degroote School of Business
China	Beijing Jiaotong University

Praqtical Look:

The ranking showed top 10 B-school based on various parameters like placement, faculty, infrastructure, industry exposure, ROI, etc. But MBA is not just about these. Taking up a term in a new country is moving out of your comfort zone. You can experience a new culture and meet new people. Moreover, the challenges you face in a foreign country and the way you resolve the issues teach you valuable life lessons. The exchange program isn’t a year in your life; it’s a lifetime in a year.

Do you agree? Let us know in the comments below.

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Top MBA colleges in India for Communication & Journalism

Praqtise — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:40:46 +0000

I firmly believe that I am a creative person. My friends and family think of me as a creative person before everything else. Hence, I want a career that involves creativity not just in the form of art but also in the form of my profession. It will make me known for my unique way of working. A career in communication will require me blending my marketing knowledge and creativity to solve business issues. I want to study at one of the top MBA colleges in India for a Communication Specialisation which will prepare me from the industry point of view.

Fact File: According to the FICCI- KPMG Indian Media and Entertainment Industry Report 2015, the Indian Media Industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.9 percent, which means it is expected to reach INR 1964 billion by 2019 from INR 1026 billion, which was recorded in 2014.

With the boom in communication technology, the Indian media industry has witnessed a steep incline in the number of career options. Communication technology and media makes the world a smaller place by bringing together people from different cultures. The media industry continues and will always continue to be the most prestigious industry full of esteemed individuals.

Communication and Journalism as disciplines of study open the gates to a successful career in the media industry. Here, we will spread some light on the top MBA colleges in India which offer Communication and Journalism specialisation. But before that, let us discuss in brief what Communication and Journalism have to offer as a career path.

Journalism as a profession

Journalism is a unique and dynamic discipline, which involves tracking events and going into the heart of the matter to uncover the true stories. It is not an easy profession to pursue which is why veteran journalists are treated with immense respect. Journalists work in some of the most difficult conditions to bring us the information from around the world.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitating the leaders of The Express Group

The job of journalists is becoming tougher by the day. Someone who wishes to pursue journalism will not let educational qualification impede their career. The appeal of journalism lies in the plethora of subjects that one can pursue. Finance, economics, politics, entertainment, sports, culture, and science are among the more popular domains on offer. Careers in journalism can turn out to be highly rewarding as they require both creativity and perseverance.

Communication and the related career prospects

Communication is a broad term which encompasses journalism as one of its important components. In the context of this article, communication refers to mass communication on behalf of organisations. This communication can be through advertising, public relations activities, CSR activities, or even through company spokespersons.

Here is a peek at the top MBA colleges in India for a Media and Mass Communications degree:

MICA

Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad, was established in 1991. It offers post-graduation courses, which are equivalent to an MBA. MICA offers specialisation in the field of Communication, Marketing Research, Digital Communication, Brand Management, Media Management and Advertising. With a unique infrastructure and campus culture, it is one of the best MBA colleges in India.

SIMC

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, located in Pune is one among the very few specialised institutes. It was established in 1990 with two full-time post-graduation degree programs. It offers courses in Mass Communication, Brand Communication, Public Relation, Media Management and Research Analytics. The course offered has a rigorous structure, thereby preparing student completely for the industry.

IIMC

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication, established in the year 1965, is a top MBA college, headquartered in Delhi. It now has campuses in Aizawl in Mizoram, Amaravati in Maharashtra, Dhenkanal in Odissa, Jammu (J&K) and Kottayam in Kerela. The IIMC is funded by the Indian Government. It is one of the top business schools in India in the discipline of Mass Communication for teaching, training, and research. It includes disciplines like print, photo, radio, and television journalism. Courses offered here include Communication Research, Public Relations, Advertising and Media.

XIC

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India established Xavier’s Institute of Communication in the year 1969 with the aim to develop a professional school in Media. This business school offers numerous courses like Journalism and Mass Communication, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Advertising and Marketing Communication. The Institute has campuses at two locations – St. Xavier’s College campus and the St. Xavier’s High School campus, Mumbai. It is definitely among the top MBA colleges in India.

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication , BHU

In the year 1973, the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication was established by the Banaras Hindu University. Its MBA program has a unique teaching methodology that involves field visits and projects on different topics. BHU offers courses such as Doctorate courses in Mass Communication, Diploma in Hindi Journalism and Communication Skills. Other courses offered at the BHU include Theatre Communication, Health Communication, and Corporate Communication.

A Praqtical Look: To pursue your dream job, it is important that you start from one of the best MBA colleges in India which have a good reputation in the industry. A strong reputation and a well-established alumni network go a long way in bringing the right job offers to the campus doorstep.

What place do you want to hold in the field of Media and Communications? Which is your dream college? Do you dream to study in one of the top MBA colleges in India? Let us know in the comments.

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Top Institutes in India for MBA in Operations

Praqtise — Sat, 05 Nov 2016 07:25:05 +0000

What does an MBA in operations involve?

Operations management refers to the area of management studies concerned with designing and controlling the process of production and redesigning business practices to create the highest level of efficiency possible within an organisation. It deals with converting materials and labour into goods and services as efficiently as possible to maximise the profit of an organisation.

An MBA in Operations degree facilitates young business minds to enter the industry by developing the requisite skill set in operations or the related fields such as logistics, supply chain management, quality control, productivity improvement or service operations, etc. It gives direction and control to the whole process of procuring materials, manufacturing the products and making sure that it reaches the market with better quality and on time.

PRAQTISE Fact File: With the recent introduction of the Make in India campaign, the critical role of operations management in the e-commerce industry has specifically made the program a prominent MBA specialisation.

Past years have witnessed a surge in participation in MBA entrance exams. MBA in operations management is one of the most popular postgraduate options amongst Indian students. A number of distinguished institutes in India offer an MBA in operations degree.

Want to know the best institutes to go for?

Here is a list of top B-schools in India offering an MBA in Operations degree:

1) National Institute of Industrial Engineering, NITIE

NITIE is one of the most prestigious management institutes in India. It distinguishes itself from its peers through its focus on industrial engineering. Any aspirant with a clear ambition of pursuing operations management must aim for NITIE. The flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering (PGDIE) is highly coveted. NITIE has been churning out top-notch operations managers for more than 40 years now. It continues to be ranked among the top b-schools in India year after year.

2) Shailesh J Mehta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

Shailesh J Mehta School of Management, (popularly known as SJMSOM) is a public business school and part of Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. It was established in 1995. The school offers a full-time degree course in management(Master of Management) It also carries out programs in areas of management for academicians.

3) XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

XLRI – Xavier School of Management was established in 1949, as Xavier Labor Relations Institute, at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. It is a Jesuit managed school and is not only India’s oldest B-school but also one of the oldest b-schools in the world. The institute started off by offering courses for management and trade unions in 1949. It is among the top institutes for pursuing MBA in operations.

4) Department of Management Studies, Indian Institute of Delhi

The Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi, also known as DMS IIT Delhi is noted for studies in operations. The school runs a two year full-time MBA program. It enjoys the advantage of proximity to the NCR region.

5) Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, was the first IIM to be established. It continues to be one of the leading business schools in India.

6) Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow was established in 1984 as the fourth Indian Institute of Management by the Government of India. IIM Lucknow takes pride in being an “Institution of Excellence”, as described by the Ministry of Human Resource Development.

7) Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad was established in 1961. It is one of the premier business schools in India. QS (MBA-Asian) ranking placed IIM-A at #2. It still enjoys the position of the top ranking b-school in India. Pursuing MBA in operations at IIM-A opens up a plethora of career choices.

8) Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi

Faculty of Management Studies (Commonly known as FMS Delhi), established in 1954 under the aegis of the University of Delhi, offers management education to the professional managers as part-time and full-time MBA programmes. FMS is among the first institutes to provide full-time MBA courses.

Are there any other notable institutes that we have missed out on? Please tell us in the comments.

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Top MBA colleges in India that do not accept the CAT score

Praqtise — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 23:44:14 +0000

“CAT or no CAT?”

A boy named Manoj was in the final year of his graduation. A B.A. student from Loyola College in Ahmedabad, he wanted to do an MBA in HR after graduation from one of the top MBA colleges in India.

He spoke about his ambition to Ashwin, who was his senior from Loyola. Ashwin after completing his MBA in Finance from IIM-Calcutta and was now working with JP Morgan Chase as a Senior Analyst.

Manoj: “I am studying really hard for CAT, I hope I’m able to get into one of the IIMs.”

Ashwin: “Why are you restricting yourself to thinking just about the IIMs? You do realise that some of the best HR colleges are not even IIMs, and they have their own entrance tests.

Manoj: “Wow! How could I be so ignorant? Please tell me more!”

Ashwin: “XLRI and TISS are perhaps the most coveted colleges for HR. You need to pass XAT for getting into XLRI; similarly, TISS would require you to go through TISSNET.”

Ashwin had appeared for many exams like XAT, NMAT, SNAP, IIFT, IRMA, etc. Ashwin told Manoj that preparing for these exams wasn’t easy. It did require a lot of hard work and dedication. Manoj was inspired and started for preparing for other examinations.

Thinking beyond CAT

Many students face the same dilemma. Is appearing for CAT the only way to get admission in MBA colleges? Are there no colleges that do not accept CAT score?

This article comes as a relief for those students who fear that the CAT exam is the only gateway to MBA. There are many MBA entrance exams apart from CAT, for which a student can appear for to get into a good B-school. However, there are also business schools that accept candidates irrespective of whether they have appeared for CAT or not. Here is a list of the some of the top MBA colleges in India that do not accept the CAT score:

1)XLRI, Jamshedpur

XLRI offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management in fields like Business Human Resource and General Management. XLRI shortlists students by their score in Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT). The candidate also has to submit an essay within 20 minutes after the completion of the competitive exam. After the candidate is shortlisted based on his XAT score, he has to appear for either PI or GD and PI both, based on the field he chooses to do PGDM. XAT will take place on on 8^th January’17 for the 2017 intake.

2) NMIMS

Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies is one of the top MBA colleges in India. It offers MBA in Pharmaceutical Management, Capital Market, Banking, Human Resource, etc. To get into NMIMS, a candidate needs to clear NMAT. A candidate can attempt NMAT up to 3 times to better his scores. NMAT doesn’t have negative marking. The final merit list is prepared based on the NMAT Score, Written Test marks (as applicable), Group Discussion, Personal Interview, Presentation (as applicable) and work experience. The test taking window for NMAT 2016 is 75 days long, from 7th October to 20 December.

3) Symbiosis International University

Symbiosis International University has 11 colleges spread over Pune, Bengaluru, Nashik, Hyderabad and Noida. These colleges offer MBA in Marketing, Human Resource, Finance and Operations. To get into Symbiosis colleges, a candidate needs to go through SNAP. SNAP is usually organised in the month of December, and this year, it is going to be conducted on 18^th December. General awareness business scenarios and current affairs make up almost 20% of SNAP. After the students are selected based on the SNAP score, they appear for GD and then PI.

4)MICA, Ahmedabad

Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad offers PGDM in Communications, Fellow Program in Management – Communications and many other Post Certificate programs. Candidates who want to get admission in MICA need to give CAT, GMAT or XAT along with MICAT. MICAT tests students in areas such as Divergent Thinking Abilities, Written Communication Abilities and General Awareness about contemporary social and business issues, including areas relevant to media, marketing, advertising & current affairs and Analytical & Verbal Abilities. MICAT-I is on December 11, 2016 and MICAT II on Februrary 12, 2017.

5) IIFT

IIFT was established by the Government of India in 1963. It is one of the top MBA colleges in India with its flagship course in International Business. IIFT has its institutes in Delhi and Kolkata. It offers MBA course in International Business. The exam that a candidate needs to clear to become a part of the institute is curated by the business school itself. The exam has a special General Knowledge section, which contains around 26 questions. After the IIFT exam, students are shortlisted to write an essay, baed on which they are shortlisted for GD and PI. This year, the IIFT examination date is set as 27^th November, 2016.

6) IRMA, Anand

Institute of Rural Management, Anand was established in 1979. It is amongst the top institutes of India that offer programs in Rural Management. IRMA accepts scores of both CAT and XAT for the admission. Apart from CAT and XAT, the candidate has to appear for Issues of Social Concern test. Based on the CAT/ XAT score, Issues of Social Concern test, group activity and personal interview, a candidate is selected. The date for IRMA test is 12^th February 2017.

7) Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

TISS is one of the top MBA colleges in India for HR studies. Their unique focus means that they test candidates in a different way, beginning with TISSNET. Admission into TISS is on the basis of the TISSNET score and subsequent GD/PI rounds. TISSNET 2017 is scheduled on January 7, 2017. As per the Institute website, negative marking will not apply for TISSNET 2017.

So, one doesn’t necessary have to give CAT to get into a top B-school in India. So, do you think Manoj will be able to get into one of the best B-schools in India without giving CAT? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Best b-schools in India for a Career in Advertising

Praqtise — Sat, 22 Oct 2016 11:13:25 +0000

“But how can you not know?” Mehta uncle’s words were still ringing in my ears long after he had left. Harish Mehta was a family friend. He and my father grew up together. In days long before Facebook and Google started becoming dream companies, one could only dream of making it big with engineering. Mehta uncle wanted to defy all career related conventions, and so he became a chartered accountant. His response was simple, “I knew what I wanted to do regardless of what people said.” But I did not. I was a third-year student, nearing one of the most important crossroads of my life. I knew of only one thing; to get into advertising. I was content with that knowledge. The question of how, where, why, never occurred to me, that is, until today evening.

Under Mehta uncle’s gentle chiding I was forced to think about this a little more seriously. Maybe getting into one of the best b-schools in India was the answer? I opened my laptop, and the familiar emblem of the search engine greeted me with all that there was to know.

PRAQTISE Fact File: It is estimated that the ad spends in India would go up to 694 billion rupees by 2018, owing to digitalization and the influence of the internet.

What does a Career in Advertising Demand?

Advertising, as a career path has grown tremendously in scope and preference over the years. A career in advertising entails the best of your creativity with the organised pressure that is synonymous with a marketing or a sales job. Fundamentally, advertising comprises of two categories: the Creative and the Executive.

An MBA in Marketing will give you the necessary tutelage for a career in the Executive department of the advertising sector. Advertising includes roles such as client servicing, business expansion and retention, financial negotiations as some of its many facets.

Most advertising companies recruit individuals with management or formal advertising/mass media qualifications. Graduates from the best b-schools in India get a degree of preference for those roles that require planning and research.

Apart from MBA, there are also postgraduate diplomas and specialised courses for which the minimum qualification is graduation. These courses are specially created for those who wish to pursue a career in the field of advertising.

The industry is infamous for its erratic work timings, long nights in particular, and tremendous pressure. However, advertising continues to be one of the most lucrative sectors owing to its lucrative salary structure.

For a career in any sector, a good institute is of paramount importance.

Our list catalogues the best MBA colleges in India along with institutes that offer courses in Advertising Management and Media Studies (in no particular order).

Best b-schools in India for a Career in Advertising

On an average, 60% of MBA students opt for Marketing as their choice of specialization. It remains as the most popular of all MBA courses. MBA in marketing also offers a natural gateway into the advertising industry.

The best colleges for MBA Marketing have been listed below:

I] MBA in Marketing

IIM-Ahmedabad
Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) – Delhi
IIM- Calcutta
IIM- Lucknow
P. Jain Institute of Management and Research- Mumbai
IIM- Bangalore
Xavier’s Labour Research Institute- Jamshedpur
Narsee Monjee institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)- Mumbai
IIM- Kozhikode
Management Development Institute (MDI)- Gurgaon

II] MBA in Advertising Management

Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)- New Delhi

Course: Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations

Duration: One Year

About the Course: The PG Diploma is a dynamic and engaging course, designed to help in decision making in the world of Advertising and Public Relations.

Mudra Institute of Communications (MICA) – Ahmedabad

Course: Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Advertising Management and Public Relations (PGCPAMPR)

Duration: Online course spread across the year

About the Course: MICA integrates management studies with advertising knowledge for the skills required at the executive level of advertising. Among the best b-schools in India, it is perhaps the most favoured one for pursuing advertising.

Xavier’s Institute of Communication, St. Xavier’s College- Mumbai

Course: Advertising and Marketing Communication

Duration: 10 months

About the Course: The PG Diploma course gives an exhaustive idea of the advertising industry and its interdependence with marketing. The second semester of this course requires students to execute their theoretical knowledge in projects and practical tests.

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication- Pune

Course: MBA in Advertising

Duration: Three Years (4 semesters)

About the Course: The Symbiosis Management Course in advertising is a unique and innovative teaching program that is designed around current market trends. Apart from MBA in advertising, Symbiosis also has MBA programs in Media Management and Public Relations. Industry inputs and professional in-house and visiting faculty make Symbiosis stand out as one of the best b-schools in India.

Although the industry saw a 30% growth rate in the last couple of years, recruitment and selection of candidates is still extremely demanding. Candidates with top notch skills in management and communication, paired with good amount of creative talent are chosen for profiles in this sector. An executive job in the advertising industry offers great opportunities for people who want to get inducted into a fast paced and competitive industry.

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Top MBA colleges in India that accept scores of multiple MBA entrance exams

Praqtise — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 15:01:11 +0000

“Is CAT the only way to reach my goal?”

Rohit, Pratap and Rahul have been friends since childhood. They have always studied from the same institute, be it school or college. They are doing their graduation right now. Soon, they’ll be in the same boat again, trying to gain entry into one of the top MBA colleges in India.

All three of them wish to end up in the same institute. But Rohit thinks that some entrance tests are too difficult. He wants an exam that is simpler. Pratap, on the other hand, has an issue with performance pressure. He cannot perform well in exams the first time. But if he gets more than one chance, he can do wonders.

Rahul doesn’t have any such issues. He is very confident that he and his friends will land in the same college.

We all know that there are colleges outside India that accept more than scores of multiple entrance exams for MBA. Is it the same in India? Will Rohit, Pratap and Rahul land in the same college in spite of their conditions?

Read on and find out.

Every human being has a different level of intellect and problem-solving ability. CAT exam is considered to be one of the best and toughest entrance exams conducted in India. There are many exams that are different in syllabus and pattern than CAT.

Praqtise Fact File:

There are around 14 national level MBA entrance exams for the top MBA colleges in India. Some of them are CAT, GMAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, etc. Further, there are 11 state level MBA entrance exams for getting into local universities. For example, TANCET is Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test held for the students of Tamil Nadu.

Since there are so many entrance exams to choose from, one shouldn’t get overwhelmed by their number. To be able to decide which exam to appear for, one needs to know the basics of these exams. Let’s take up each exam one by one.

CAT –

Common Aptitude Test is perhaps the most important MBA entrance exam in India. Taking CAT enables you to apply for all the IIMs and over 100 top MBA colleges in India including FMS Delhi, SP Jain Mumbai, MDI, IITs and NITIE. It is a computer based exam which is 3 hours (180 minutes, 60 minutes per section) long and is scheduled to be conducted on 4th December 2016 this year. Around 2 lakh students appear for CAT every year.

GMAT –

General Management Aptitude Test is used by students who wish to study abroad. Some colleges in India do accept GMAT scores. One can attempt GMAT multiple times, with a gap of 1 month between two attempts. GMAT scores are valid for five years.

MAT –

Management Aptitude Test is held by AIMA around four times a year (February, May, September and December; next date- 11th December’16). Sitting for MAT exam allows you to apply for institutes like Christ University, EMPI, NILM, Amity, and EDI. The exam is available in both computer and paper formats. It is around 2 and a half hours long.

CMAT –

Common Management Aptitude Test is held by AICTE once a year (from 2016 onwards) in January. Appearing for CMAT helps you apply for colleges approved by AICTE all over the country. Some of the colleges that accept CMAT scores are Sydenham, Somaiya, Welingkar, Goa Institute of Management, etc. Around 60 to 80 thousand students appear for CMAT every year.

ATMA –

Aims Test for Management Admission is approved by Ministry of HRD of the Government of India. More than 100 colleges all over the country accept the ATMA score. This exam is conducted five times in a year. Some of the colleges that accept the score of ATMA are Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, and Institute of Finance and International Management.

MAHCET –

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test is held by DTE, Maharashtra. The test is 150 minutes long. It generally takes place in February or March. Some of the top MBA colleges in India that accept the score of MAHCET are Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE), MET’s Institute of Management, Xavier Institute of Management & Research, and S.I.E.S. College of Management Studies.

XAT –

Xaviers Aptitude Test is conducted by XLRI around the month of January (XAT 2017-8th January’17). XAT exam also includes essay writing. Colleges that are a part ofXAMI (Xavier Association of Management Institutes, which includes XLRI Jamshedpur) consider the XAT score. Further, there are XAT associate members such as Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, S P Jain Institute of Management and Research, and Loyola Institute of Business Administration that accept the XAT score.

Other exams like NMAT, SNAP, IIFT and IBSAT are college-centric entrance tests. NMAT is for NMIMS colleges in India; similarly, SNAP is for Symbiosis colleges in India. IIFT- the college which was started by the Government of India to improve India’s foreign trade in 1963, conducts its own exam. Students appearing for IBSAT can apply for IBS colleges spread across India.

Which are the top MBA colleges in India that accept scores of multiple entrance tests?

Many esteemed b-schools accept scores of more than one entrance test. The following table shows some of the top B-schools in India along with their location and the entrance exams that they consider.

Sr. No.	Name of the Institute	Location	Scores accepted
1.	Indian Institute of Management	Ahmedabad	CAT, GMAT
2.	Indian Institute of Management	Bangalore	CAT, GMAT
3.	Indian Institute of Management	Lucknow	CAT, GMAT
4.	Indian Institute of Management	Kozhikode	CAT, GMAT
5.	Indian Institute of Management	Shillong	CAT, GMAT
6.	Indian Institute of Management	Ranchi	CAT, GMAT
7.	Indian Institute of Management	Raipur	CAT, GMAT
8.	Indian Institute of Management	Calcutta	CAT, GMAT
9.	Indian Institute of Technology	Madras	CAT, XAT, MAT GMAT
10.	SP Jain	Mumbai	CAT, XAT, GMAT
11.	Institute of Management Technology	Ghaziabad	CAT, XAT
12.	TA Pai Management Institute	Manipal	CAT, XAT, GMAT, MAT
13.	Xavier Institute of Management	Bhubaneswar	CAT, XAT, GMAT
14.	Great Lakes Institute of Management	Chennai	CAT, XAT, GMAT, MAT, CMAT
15.	Institute of Rural Management	Anand	CAT, IRMA
16.	Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies	Mumbai	CAT, CMAT, MAH CET
17.	Prin. LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research	Mumbai	CAT, CMAT, MAH-CET, XAT, ATMA
18.	Goa Institute of Management	Goa	XAT, CMAT, GMAT, CAT, ATMA
19.	Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education	Mumbai	CAT, CMAT, MAH-CET, XAT, ATMA, MAT
20.	Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship	Bangalore	CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT

What do you think is the destiny of Rohit, Pratap and Rahul? Will they make it to the same college despite their preferences and the competition in India? Let us know in the comments below.

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Top Colleges in India for MBA in Marketing

Praqtise — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 11:32:52 +0000

“List of colleges offering MBA in Marketing in India.”

‘I want to start preparing for entrance exams and apply for MBA once I finish my graduation’ said Kapil to Raman.

‘Wow! That’s great, Kapil’ said Raman. ‘Which field do you plan to do MBA in?’

‘I am sure that I want to do MBA in marketing and I want to do it from one of the top colleges in India’ replied Kapil. ‘But I am confused which are the top MBA colleges in India for marketing.’ ‘I know about most of the colleges, but I don’t know which of them ranks the best in marketing.’

‘Don’t worry, my friend. I’ll help you out with that. Give me one day’ said Raman.

‘Thanks, Raman, you’re a true friend’ said Kapil.

It is a normal tendency of the students to be confused about which field to chose or which college to do MBA from. Kapil is a student with the same dilemma.

Marketing is a means to match the marketing resources of a firm like product, distribution, advertising and pricing to the consumer needs. It is the most active part of any organisation. It deals with understanding consumer needs, transforming it into products and services, promoting it and offering it back to the customer.

Technology has developed, and so has marketing. The newer approach of marketing employs the use of internet. This is also called Online marketing, digital marketing, or internet marketing. This new style of marketing might not be as prevalent in India as in the western countries, but India is also getting there gradually. The scope for digital marketers in India is great right now.

There are a lot of renowned colleges in India when it comes to MBA in Marketing . The most renowned of all are the IIMs which give students world class infrastructure and facilities. They give students a platform to develop competency and interpersonal skills and help them in becoming competent professional managers.

“Perks of studying at some of the best B-schools in India.”

Top companies like Mahindra and Mahindra, to attract attention and create excitement among students of top notch B-schools, organise competitions like ‘Mahindra War Room’. This competition requires students to possess a problem solving approach. The team with the best strategy gets a pre-placement offer at the company. You could also be the next winner of ‘Mahindra War Room’ if you give it a try.

PRAQTISE FACT FILE: The top B-schools in India, rather than employing the typical way of teaching, use methods like case studies, group work, field visits, role-plays, seminar, and lectures. This helps in fostering characteristics like problem solving and decision making in the students. This is definitely the best way to go about the course. Why you ask? That is since marketing focuses on ground and practical realities and not theoretical models.

MBA in Marketing, being the flagship course in many of the colleges, makes the competition stiffer. It seems that it is more difficult than getting into MBA Finance at times.

So, is it going to be easy to get there? – No, it’s not so easy.

Is it impossible? –It surely is not impossible.

Kapil will soon start his preparations for the entrance exams. In order to help him, his friend, Raman compiled a list of some colleges in India that offer MBA in Marketing considering factors like faculties, exposure, placement, location and facilities. He hopes this list will resolve Kapil’s doubts and help him achieve his goal.

Here is the list of top B-schools in India offering MBA in Marketing.

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore
Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi
XLRI – Xaviers School of Management, Jamshedpur
Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
Management Development Institute, Gurgaon
Indian Institute of Management, Indore
Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune
S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai

hat tossing ceremony at graduation

A Praqtical Look: One of the most coveted qualifications around is a degree in MBA Marketing which is also the flagship course in many of the best MBA colleges in India. There is tremendous competition not just for getting a seat, but also during campus life. However, the course also offers plentiful opportunities to stand out through b-plan contests, quizzes, product launch contests etc. Students should aim for participating in extra-curricular activities like these. Performing well in these events is a massive boost for your confidence. Recruiters always prefer CVs with significant extra-curricular achievements.

Finally, Acquiring admission in one of these prestigious institutes might not be an easy task, but if you do secure admission, it is sure to be amongst best years of your life.

If you have any queries regarding the top MBA colleges offering Marketing in India, then feel free to contact us. We’ll be glad to resolve it.

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Best institutes for people with professional degrees like CA, CFA, CS

Praqtise — Sun, 18 Sep 2016 08:23:51 +0000

Top MBA Programs – The indispensable requisite in addition to the professional degrees

Three MBA aspirants with professional degrees were chatting on a Whatsapp group. They were friends from graduation. One was a CA, one a CFA and one a CS. The talk was about choosing the best from the top management programs. It is interesting to know their thoughts and opinions about MBA institutes.

“Hi guys, which is the appropriate MBA program and specialization for a CA?” The CA posted on a Whatsapp group.

“I’ll opt for MBA Finance Program in XLRI Jamshedpur or IIM Kolkata. That would be advantageous addition to my CV after CFA” The CFA commented.

“Guys, please provide the most suitable MBA Specialization and Business School for me after CS” The CS questioned in the same group.”

“Hey, I think after CS you should opt for MBA in General Business Management from IIM – Ahmedabad” Replied the CFA.

The above given chat represents the thoughts of MBA aspirants with professional degrees. Having cleared finals of CA, CFA, CS or ICWA, students start preparing for MBA entrance exams. Majority of the students do not even have a vague idea of the suitable specializations for their career. This article is meant for such students to help them choose the most suitable MBA program.

The most challenging dilemma for MBA aspirants with professional degrees

The normal CA, CFA and CS get average initial salary of 3-4 lakhs, which increases to 6-7 lakhs after 1-4 years experience. On the other hand, the average salary of the Top MBA programs from top b-schools in India is of 10-12 lakhs. In order to get the additional 3-4 lacs yearly, students have to pay 10-12 lacs as a fees for MBA.

So, the first dilemma for students is “Is it worth spending the two most precious years of your career and almost a million rupees in fees after a professional degree if you don’t earn much more than normal CA, CS or CFA?” Would it not be advisable for professional degree holders to have a look at available alternatives such as starting own practice or pursuing further professional certification abroad.

Secondly, Top B-Schools in India offer a plethora of MBA specializations. MBA aspirants get confused as to which suits their academic background perfectly. Merely holding the MBA degree does not guarantee a successful career. The MBA specialization is worth it only if it adds significant weight to your CV over and above the professional degrees.

PRAQTISE Fact File: 32.22% off the students in PGPX program of IIM Ahmedabad for 2016-17 have professional degrees such as CA, CFA, ICWA and CS.

Choosing Specialization

The top MBA programs of top b-schools in India give assurance of handsome package and jobs in MNCs. The most common specializations students choose are Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Operations and General Business Management. Each institute has a flagship course. Professional degree holders should ideally target getting into the flagship course itself.

It is advisable that aspirants with professional degrees choose finance specialization for three reasons. First, going for a finance is a more natural way of extending their academics than jumping to marketing, IT etc.. Second, they are familiar with the course syllabus to a great extent. Third, companies hiring for finance give outright preference to professional degree holders.

We have compiled the list of the best institutes for MBA finance specialization.

Sr. No.	Name of MBA institute
1	IIM – Calcutta
2	IIM –Ahmedabad
3	IIM – Bangalore
4	IIM – Lucknow
5	XLRI – Jamshedpur
7	Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies , Mumbai
8	S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai
9	IIM – Indore
10	IIM – Kozhikode

A PRAQTICAL Look – Value of top MBA programs

There are few colleges which have the most reputed faculties and highly rated pedagogy with excellent placement record exclusively for finance. The finance specialization from such institutes is considered in the top MBA programs of India. ICFAI (Institute of Chartered Financial Analyst of India) and FMS (Faculty for Management Studies) are the examples of such institutes. Apart from the top management programs of the best b-schools in India, there are specific courses advised for Professionals.

Students with professional degrees may choose specific topics of finance as specialization to get the in depth knowledge. This is beneficial in two ways. First, they are bound to stand out among the crowd during finance placements owing to their specialization. Second, companies hiring for such profiles place students in the exact industry sector they are looking for.

Combining a professional degree with an MBA can work wonders for your career. One should rather emphasize on relevance of specialization rather than falling for hyped names or programs.

In this article we have tried to explain the most suited institutes and specializations for students with professional degrees. Was it helpful? Please tell us in comments.

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Top B-schools in India that stand out for Regional Presence

Look out for the hidden gems!

The advantage of picking a reputed regional college

Our pick of the top b-schools in India that are hidden gems

Goa Institute of Management

International Management Institute, Delhi

Vinod Gupta School of Management, IIT Kharagpur

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research, & Entrepreneurship Education

Top B-Schools in India for MBA in HR Management

MBA in HR management

Xavier Labour Research Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Pune

Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Pune

Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon

Indian Institute of Management- Calcutta

Conclusion: A Praqtical Look

MBA colleges in India with best international tie-ups

Student exchange programs: A brief introduction

How have we come up with this list?

Now let us look at the student exchange programs that the top MBA colleges in India have to offer.

IIM-Ahmedabad

Praqtical fact file: few of IIM-A partner universities out of 79

IIM-Calcutta

Praqtical fact file: few of the partner institutes of IIM-C

XLRI, Jamshedpur

IIM Bangalore

Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi

IIM Kozhikode

IIM Lucknow

Praqtical Look:

Top MBA colleges in India for Communication & Journalism

Journalism as a profession

Communication and the related career prospects

Here is a peek at the top MBA colleges in India for a Media and Mass Communications degree:

MICA

SIMC

IIMC

XIC

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication , BHU

Top Institutes in India for MBA in Operations

1) National Institute of Industrial Engineering, NITIE

2) Shailesh J Mehta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

3) XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

4) Department of Management Studies, Indian Institute of Delhi

5) Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

6) Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow

7) Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad

8) Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi

Top MBA colleges in India that do not accept the CAT score

“CAT or no CAT?”

Thinking beyond CAT

1)XLRI, Jamshedpur

2) NMIMS

3) Symbiosis International University

4)MICA, Ahmedabad

5) IIFT

6) IRMA, Anand

7) Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

Best b-schools in India for a Career in Advertising

What does a Career in Advertising Demand?

Best b-schools in India for a Career in Advertising

Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)- New Delhi

Mudra Institute of Communications (MICA) – Ahmedabad

Xavier’s Institute of Communication, St. Xavier’s College- Mumbai

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication- Pune

Top MBA colleges in India that accept scores of multiple MBA entrance exams

“Is CAT the only way to reach my goal?”

Praqtise Fact File:

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Which are the top MBA colleges in India that accept scores of multiple entrance tests?

Top Colleges in India for MBA in Marketing