Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication Symbiosis International Pune Lavale Village Answered Questions

The faculty at SCMC is very good and very experienced. They not just teach the course but since they have themselves worked in the media industry, they are able to give insights on the industry which will help the students later on when they do their job. The faculty uses several methods to teach a particular concept like theory, practicals, through discussions etc. which are very effective. Also the faculty is very friendly, anyone can reach up to them at any time and they will happily help you out not just on matters related to studies and to some extent even personal. 

SCMC is only for Media and communication course which has its own sub course like advertisement, public relation, audio visual and journalism. But SCMC is one of the course that is offered. In the same campus, there is Institute of Design with its own sub course like product design, graphic design etc, and another course is offered which is management studies. Each course is different and good in its own way. Symbiosis college also offers courses like law, liberal arts etc.

Admissions for SET exam starts ideally in January and end in April. In May, the exam is held, result is out and by the end of the month list of PI students is out. PI is conducted and the first merit list is out in June and within weeks the second merit list is out. By July end, the orientation begins. 

Both SIMC Pune and PIBM Pune are well-known management institutes and offer quality programs. Choosing between the two institutes depends on various factors such as location, faculty, curriculum, industry interface, placements, and personal preferences. SIMC Pune is located in Pune, Maharashtra, and offers a two-year full-time MBA in Communication Management programme. The institute has a strong faculty team consisting of experienced academicians and industry professionals, and the curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of communication management principles and practices. PIBM Pune, on the other hand, offers a two-year full-time PGDM programme. The institute has a strong industry interface and a well-designed curriculum that focuses on developing students' managerial and leadership skills through a combination of classroom lectures, case studies, industry projects, and experiential learning opportunities. In terms of placements, both institutes have a good track record of placing their students in leading companies across various sectors. However, PIBM Pune has a stronger industry interface and a wider network of recruiters, which can provide students with better placement opportunities. Overall, both SIMC Pune and PIBM Pune are good choices for management education, and you should choose the institute that aligns with your preferences and career goals. If you are specifically interested in pursuing a career in communication management, then SIMC Pune would be a better choice. However, if you are looking for a broader management education with a strong industry interface, then PIBM Pune would be a better option. It's recommended that you visit both campuses, talk to the faculty and current students, and compare the curriculum and placement records before making a final decision.

No, SIBM and SIMS don't share same campus.
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, (SIBM)
Campus: Gram Lavale (Hilltop), Tal Mulshi, Pune
Flagship B-School of Symbiosis International (Deemed to be) University
Average placement package: 23 LPA
Very good Alumni Network
Beautiful Hilltop campus which is the best in the country
Fees are slightly higher. Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, (SIMS)
Campus: Hinjewadi, Range Hills, Khadki, Pune
Average placement package 10LPA
Decent alumni network
Urban campus in an IT park area
Fees are slightly lower. For more details, check the official websites for both the colleges for regular updates.