Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

at BIITM, Bhubaneswar

The BIITM two-year MBA programme total tuition fee is INR 3.09 Lacs for two-years. The total tuition fee charged for the five-year integrated BBA and MBA course is INR 3.7 lakh. Apart from this, the hostel charges for both courses are as follows:

Course	Total Hostel Fee
MBA	INR 1.90 lakh
BBA+MBA	INR 4.75 lakh

Note: The tuition fee and hostel fee mentioned above is taken from official sources and is subject to change.

 The BIITM MBA is offered in five different specialisations and they are listed below:

• Marketing
• Finance
• HR
• Operation
• IT

BIITM shortlists candidates based on their performance in the entrance exam. The institute accepts valid scores of various national/ state-level entrance exams such as OJEE, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT and ATMA. 

Candidates seeking admission to BIITM courses must meet the eligibility criteria mentioned below:

Courses	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM	Graduate in any discipline with a minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised University as defined by UGC/ AICTE
BBA + MBA	Class 12 with a minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) from a recognised board

{Source: MBA/PGDM students & alumni}

Based on reviews from students and alumni, here's what emerges:

Infrastructure and Amenities: The campus has good infrastructure, with air-conditioned classrooms, libraries, computer labs, and hostels with Wi-Fi connectivity. While the food quality is average, the mess offers a variety of options.

Teaching and Faculty: The faculty members are knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help. They use interactive teaching methods, provide additional notes, and encourage participation.

Placement Record: BIITM has a decent placement record, with around 80-90% of students getting placed annually. Companies like Flipkart, Asian Paints, Ultratech, and others visit the campus for recruitment. The highest salary package offered is around INR10-12 Lakhs per annum.

Curriculum and Coursework: The curriculum is relevant, and the coursework is designed to make students industry-ready. Industrial visits, internships, and projects are part of the program.

Student Life: The college hosts various events, including B-Fest, Graduate Meet, and annual functions. Extracurricular activities like clubs, sports, and cultural events are encouraged.

However, there are some drawbacks mentioned by students:

Seating Capacity: The campus has limited seating capacity, leading to overcrowding in classrooms.

Limited Industry Exposure: Some students felt that they could have had more industry exposure and training.

Considering these points, while BIITM seems to have its strengths, particularly in terms of faculty and placement records, students might want to weigh the pros and cons before making a decision. Overall, it depends on individual preferences and priorities.

Candidates seeking admission to BIITM courses are required to meet the course-specific eligibility criteria before applying to their desired course. Also, applicants must appear for the entrance exam accepted by the institute to shortlist candidates for final admission.

Candidates can check out the below table for BIITM Courses eligibility and selection:

Courses	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
MBA/PGDM	Graduate in any discipline with a minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised University as defined by UGC/ AICTE	OJEE / CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ATMA
BBA + MBA	Class 12 with a minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) from a recognised board	OJEE

The highest package offered during 2023 placements was INR 13.58 LPA and was made by Federal Bank. Earlier, the highest package for the 2022 drive stood at INR 37 LPA. The following table depicts the BIITM the highest package for the last two years:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest package	INR 37 LPA	INR 13.58 LPA

As per the external sources, a large share of BIITM Bhubaneshwar alumni is placed in the Sales sector (36%), followed by Business Development (22%), and Human Resources (17%). The pie chart below showcases the sector-wise bifurcation of BIITM alumni placements throughout the years:

To apply for BIITM admission, aspirants need to visit the official website of the college and fill out the application form before the deadline. Candidates musr cross-check all the information entered by them before submitting the application form.

The step-wise BIITM Application process is given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of BIITM

Step 2: Click on the "Apply now" option reflecting on the homepage.

Step 3: Fill out the registration form and click on submit,

Step 4: On the redirected page, enter the details required and upload relevant documents

Step 5: Pay the required application fee and click on "Submit".

The list of documents required at the time of the BIITM application process is given below:

• OJEE allotment Letter (Not required in case of Institutional level of Admission)
• Self-attested Photo copies of pass Certificate & Mark sheet of class 10 and class 12
• Original College leaving Certificate
• Affidavit for anti-ragging signed by the Student & parent/guardian.
• Student's undertaking in prescribed institutional format by the student & parent/guardian.

{Source: MBA/PGDM students & alumni}

Placement Cell Effectiveness

* High Placement Rate: According to several students and alumni, the placement cell at BIITM has consistently achieved high placement rates, with nearly 95%-100% of students getting placed (References: [Student], [Alumnus]).
* Reputed Companies: Many well-known companies, such as Flipkart, HDFC, Asian Paints, Ultratech Cement, and others, have visited the campus for recruitment, offering decent salary packages (References: [Student], [Alumnus]).
* Training and Support: Students praised the placement cell's efforts in preparing them for placements, providing guidance throughout the process, and supporting them even after placement (Reference: [Alumnus]).
* Variety of Job Profiles: Placements include various job profiles, such as management trainees, finance professionals, marketing executives, and human resources specialists (Reference: [Student]).

However, some students reported mixed experiences, mentioning instances of low-paying job profiles or mismanaged processes (Reference: [Student]). Nevertheless, overall, the feedback suggests that the placement cell at BIITM is effective in securing job opportunities for its students.

Remember to always verify information with multiple sources and update your responses regularly to reflect changes in accuracy.