IIM Bangalore MBA students to organise annual cultural fest ‘Unmaad 2022’ from March 4 to 6

Getting an MBA from an IIM in India, IIM Bangalore or any other is undoubtedly worthwhile. Considered among the top B-schools in India for Management (PGP) education, IIMs carry a brand name and reputation which is competitive even in the international education industry. Moving to IIM Bangalore, IIM-B is the second-best IIM and Management institute in the country as per NIRF report 2023. Some of the key areas which make IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP degree) one of the best in the country are as follows:

• Total Fee: INR 24.5 lakh
• Median package: INR 33.00 LPA
• Average package: INR 35.31 LPA

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By paying a total fee of approximately INR 25 lakh, a return average value between INR 33 Lacs and INR 35 Lacs per annum is received by the students. Other than the ROI value, students get placement in top companies and the IIM-B label gives a significant boost to a student’s career in terms of opportunities. Some other factors that make IIM-B an option worth choosing are its academic, campus life and placements. 

With an average package of INR 33.07 LPA and an NIRF ranking of 2 for its Management courses, E-MBA from IIMs is considered one of the best choices for working professionals who want to improve their knowledge and education level by pursuing a Management degree. Additionally, IIM Bangalore has seen an improving trend in the average package over the years. In 2022, the average package stood at INR 30.09 LPA and INR 26.08 LPA in 2021. 

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is a leading school of Management in Asia. IIM Bangalore is famous for its academics, faculty and strong alumni network. IIM Bangalore has been ranked 61 by the QS World University Ranking (By Subject) 2023 with a score of 74.90. IIM Bangalore offers a stimulating learning environment on its 100-acre campus in the heart of the city. As per the 2023 placements report, IIM Bangalore has seen a rise of 4% in the average package when compared with 2022 placements. Accredited by the EQUIS since 2010, it is the only Indian Management B-school in the Global Network for Advanced Management. It is also part of the Yale-initiated network of 32 top-notch global B-schools. IIM Bangalore has crossed over 225 incubates and has an alumni entrepreneur network of over 40,000 students with its NSRCEL incubator.

IIM Bangalore is known for its MBA or PGP course. The two-year full-time residential programme is designed to equip students to take on leadership roles in a complex and dynamic global scenario. PGP is one of the most highly placed courses in global rankings and is currently ranked 31st in the Financial Times ranking 2022. At the national level, NIRF ranked IIM-B at the second position for Management education. In terms of placements, IIM-B welcomed a total of 137 companies during IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP and PGP Business Analytics) placements 2022 that together imparted over 660 offers. The average package offered during MBA placements 2022 also stood at INR 33.82 LPA. For more details, check out the verified student reviews to know what others say about IIM Bangalore MBA course.

Students of the two-year PGP in Management have the opportunity to get double degrees by being a part of the Double Degree (DD) programme of IIM Bangalore. During this DD exchange, the selected students study at their home institution in the first academic year and are transferred to the host institution for the second academic year. The institute has collaborated with ESCP Europe Business School (Paris, France), Bocconi University (Milano, Italy) and Hitotsubashi University Business School, School of International Corporate Strategy (Hitotsubashi University, Japan) for the same.

Located in Bannerghatta road in Bengaluru, IIM Bangalore campus students have lot of options to explore. There are some hidden gems close to the campus that are great weekend spot. Check below some of the places to check out:

• Kurudumale
• Nandi Hills
• Hassan
• MM Hills

Post Graduate Programme or PGP offered by IIM Bangalore is a two-year full-time residential course. Candidates pursuing PGP from IIM Bangalore are awarded an MBA degree. The programme lasts for six trimesters, spread over two years, with a summer project inclusive. 

The course is offered in two specialisations, namely General and Business Analytics. The duration of the course is spread over six trimesters across two years, with a summer project intermediary.

The PGP students of IIM Bangalore are required to earn a minimum of 45 credits and a maximum of 51 credits in elective courses over three terms in their second year. The electives cover a wide array of topics. Mentioned below is a sample list of the electives offered here:

• Social Entrepreneurship 

• Infrastructure Development 

• PPPs and Regulation

• Business Analytics and Intelligence 

• Spreadsheet Model-Business Decision 

• Current Economic Scenario; Indian Economy and Policy Matters for Business

• Global Securities Markets, etc. 

Students of the two-year PGP in Management have the opportunity to get double degrees by being a part of the Double Degree (DD) programme of IIM Bangalore. During this DD exchange, the selected students study at their home institution in the first academic year and are transferred to the host institution for the second academic year. The institute has collaborated with ESCP Europe Business School (Paris, France), Bocconi University (Milano, Italy) and Hitotsubashi University Business School, School of International Corporate Strategy (Hitotsubashi University, Japan) for the same.