Top 10 most beautiful MBA college campuses in India
Shiksha has listed the top ten most beautiful MBA college campuses in India. Know all about their history, architecture and unique features that make them breathtakingly beautiful.
Top 10 most beautiful MBA colleges in India - Known to be a popular course of choice among students, MBA is a programme most of the students wish to pursue because it is a gateway to a highly rewarding career in management across all industries. MBA is a vast course and requires rigourous training. The full-time MBA course in maximum colleges are residential programmes in which candidates have to spend the course duration in the college campus. Their daily life for the 2 years of MBA is nothing but shuttling between college and hostel.
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Q: What is the duration of EPGP at IIM Indore?
Especially designed for experienced professionals to enhance their knowledge, skills, and capabilities, Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) is an intensive one-year residential programme offered by IIM Indore. This course is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) London (UK). The programme is spread over five academic terms in IIM Indore campus and one International Immersion module at one of the top-ranking international university. EPGP consists of six segments. Check below the segments:
- Orientation – Online HBS courses are offered to the students
- Core Curriculum
- Industry Consulting Module
- International Immersion
- Advanced Analytics Workshop
- Elective courses
- Simulation based learning
Q: Is CAT compulsory for IIM Indore?
The answer is both yes and no. IIM Indore admission for the postgraduate and doctoral-level Management courses, i.e., PGP, PGP-HRM, FPM and E-FPM programmes is completely based on CAT scores followed by a PI round. The percentile of CAT for IIM Indore has gone up to 98 percentile in the past years which shows how rigorous it is for a student to get admission to this institute. Additionally, there is no information about the college giving admission to MBA (or PGP) courses without CAT.
However, for those who wish to get into the institute without CAT, IIM Indore also offers a five-year Integrated Programme in Management for which candidates need to take IPMAT after Class 12, which is followed by an interview. IIM Indore conducts IPM Aptitude Test (IPMAT) to test the applicant’s aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English and Mathematics for admission to IPM. Shortlisted candidates further need to appear for the PI round wherein they will be judged on the basis of their confidence, communication skills, general awareness, persuasion skills and knowledge.
Q: How is IIM Indore infrastructure?
IIM Ahmedabad
IIM Ahmedabad (IIM-A) is not only the best MBA colleges in the country but it also has one of the most beautiful campuses in India. The IIM is spread over 67 acres of lush greenery in Vastrapur and was designed by an American architect, Louis I Kahn. He conceived the design of IIM-A as a blend of austerity and majesty. The thought behind this structure was to include 'spaces for casual interaction' while achieving a balance between modernity and tradition that captured the spirit of timeless India.
IIM-A has two campuses. The old campus has broad airy corridors, amphitheatre-like classrooms and transition spaces in the complex enhance interaction among the faculty, students and visitors. The designs of Louis Kahn were given shape by a team of architects from the National Institute of Design (NID). This residential college is built entirely in traditional brick construction. Apart from the trademark Harvard Steps, Vikram Sarabhai Library and the Louis Kahn Plaza, IIM-A now also comprises of a new campus that has been designed by Bimal Patel and includes seminar rooms, a courtyard as well as a married student house. To accommodate the increasing number of students, IIM-A’s old campus was extended by 39 acres some years ago. The new campus has 5 more classrooms, 12 seminar rooms and an auditorium.
IIM Bangalore
Established in 1973, IIM Bangalore (IIM-B) was designed by one of India's Master Architects, BV Doshi. The structure and design of this management college is inspired by the design of Fathepur Sikri. Construction of the campus was completed in 1983.
IIM Bangalore
Q: How is the mess facility at IIM Indore?
There are mess facilities and round-the-clock canteen facilities with vegetarian and non-vegetarian food available to the students. Various other snacks, biscuits, chocolates, ice cream and soft drinks are available in the mess itself. Apart from the regular mess, a night canteen is run from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. for students to order anything from noodles to parathas. Apart from this, JAM— a students’ initiative that provides fresh fruits and juices etc. is also available on the hostel premises. The students also run a self-managed goods store— PI Shop that stocks anything from stationery and snacks to self-care products and daily need items.
Q: Which has better hostel facility-IIM Bangalore or IIM Ahmedabad?
A comparison of hostel facilities in top IIMs based on hostel fee and occupancy is mentioned below:
Institute Name | Hostel Fee | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Bangalore | INR 80,000 (plus INR 30,000 mess charges/ month) | Single |
| IIM Ahmedabad | INR 1.76 lakh | Single |
| IIM Calcutta | INR 1.8 lakh | Single |
NOTE: The fee is as per an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.
Q: What are the campus facilities provided at IIM, Kozhikode?
Q: How are the hostel facilities at IIM Indore?
There are single-seated/twin-sharing accommodation facilities available for all the students on the campus premises with separate blocks/floors for men and women. The hostels are interconnected, mostly in blocks of three. Each hostel block has a common room where facilities such as wall-mounted televisions with DTH connection, table-tennis tables, dart games and carrom and chess games are available. Each block is also equipped with water coolers and water purifiers. The individual rooms are furnished with teak cots and mattress, a computer table, chairs, closets and shelves. All rooms have full-time internet connectivity with direct lines to the main LAN.
Q: Does IIM Bangalore have hostel?
IIM Bengaluru has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block and the executive accommodation at the Management Development Center. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. Both the in-campus hostels have single occupancy.
Hostel Facilities
- 24x7 internet connectivity
- Fully-automatic washing machines
- Hair saloon
- Music room
- Student-run library
- Recreation room
- Laundry and ironing services
- Intercom facility
- Guest room facility
Spread over an area of 100 acres in South Bangalore, IIM-B has all-stone architecture, lush verdant woods and landscaped gardens with 10 hostel blocks. It also has a state-of-the-art music room with acoustics, electric guitars, bass, amps and a tama drum-kit.
There is a night canteen inside the campus to help candidates with their dietary needs while working late at night. Outlets like, Park n Eat, Amul, Athica's and Au Bon Pain are also located within the campus.
ISB Hyderabad
The foundation stone for ISB Hyderabad’s campus was laid in 1999 and the college was inaugurated in 2001 by the former Prime Minister of India, Late Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
ISB Hyderabad
Spread over 260 acres of land, Indian School of Business (ISB) Hyderabad has a courtyard in the middle of the academic centre which has an open-air atrium, the social hub of the campus. Shops, dining halls, banks, ATM, documentation centre, book store, mailroom, coffee shop, travel desk, etc. are also located on campus.
Surrounded by lawns and gardens, ISB Hyderabad's residential blocks are called student villages. Each Student Village can accommodate 130 to 210 students in four-bedroom and studio serviced apartments. The apartments are fully furnished with air-conditioning, cable connection, voice and data ports for telephone, campus LAN and the internet.
IIM Lucknow
Established in 1984, IIM Lucknow (IIM-L) is spread over more than 190 acres of beautifully landscaped area. All the academic buildings of the institute are constructed in medieval Indian architectural style with red brick wall texture.
IIM Lucknow
The campus of IIM-L was initially set up on barren land but over the years, the college has been converted into a natural ecosystem and home to many bird species. It also consists of open lawns and tree-lined pathways.
Most of the academic buildings on campus are named in Sanskrit. The academic blocks are called Bodhigrih, the Faculty block is named Chintan, Library is known as Gyanodaya, the Management Development Block is referred to as Manthan and the incubation centre is called Abhiyan.
Goa Institute of Management
Established in 1993, Goa Institute of Management (GIM) has a state-of-the-art campus with a breathtaking view of the Western Ghats. GIM has two campuses; the heritage campus is located on the banks of Mandovi River, in Santa Casa de Misericordia in Ribandar.
Goa Institute of Management
In 2010, GIM inaugurated its Sanquelim campus which is located at a distance of 23 kilometres from the older campus. The new campus is spread over 50 acres of land and is surrounded by the foothills of Western Ghats. The cost of construction of this new campus is estimated to be around Rs 63 crore.
GIM has an extremely modern and hi-tech campus. The students here use Radio Frequency Identity Card (RFID). This card has also helped GIM become the first cashless campus in India.
IIM Kozhikode
IIM Kozhikode is a view to behold. Set up in the pristine surroundings of Kunnamangalam area near Calicut, the institute boasts of one of the best locations. The hills and the mountains allow one to experience the nature closely.
IIM Kozhikode
Founded in 1996 in collaboration with the state government of Kerala, IIM Kozhikode is spread across 100 acres of land. Situated on two hillocks in the Kunnamangalam area of the ancient city of Calicut in Kerala, the institute boasts of the most picturesque and oxy-rich campuses in the country.
IIM Kozhikode has 13 hostels to accommodate around 800 students. In 2010, the Museum of Indian Business History was established here. The museum is spread over an area of 23,000 sq feet and built in a budget of Rs 1.5 crore.
IIM Indore
Ranked 8th in the NIRF rankings 2024, IIM Indore is not only a popular preference among MBA aspirants for its courses and infrastucture but also for its scenic location.
IIM Indore
Established in 1996, IIM Indore has a beautiful 193-acre campus and is considered to be one of the biggest IIMs with respect to the area. Sitting atop a hillock at the outskirts of Indore, this B-school is aptly nicknamed – The Hillock That Never Sleeps.
IIM Indore’s campus is full of lush green lawns and trees. The architecture of the campus is a blend of tradition and modernity. IIM Indore also has a sun-set point which provides a spectacular view of the evening sky as well as the skyline of the city at night.
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
One of the top MBA colleges in India, SIBM Pune's location is nothing short of a hill station. The combination of hilltop locacation and modern facilities make SIBM an experience of sorts.
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
Established in 1978, the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) is spread over 300 acres overlooking Pune city. Situated on a hilltop in Lavale, Pune, SIBM has a residential campus which offers a world-class infrastructure to students including gymnasium, yoga and aerobics centre. SIBM has a lot of open space and offers a breathtaking view of the lush green campus.
Great Lakes Institute of Management
The brainchild of US-based management guru, Bala V Balachandran, the Great Lakes Institute of Management is located on the scenic ECR road which runs from Chennai to Pondicherry. The beautiful beaches of Mahabalipuram stone’s throw away from the campus.
Great Lakes Institute of Management
The campus of this famous B-school is spread over an area of 27.5 acres and is equipped with the best infrastructure and amenities including, fully air-conditioned residential accommodation for bachelors as well as married couples which is managed by one of the world's leading facilities management company.
The campus has also been awarded the 'Platinum' rating by Indian Green Building Council.
Indian Institute of Forest Management
Established in 1982, Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) is spread over an area of 217 acres. IIFM was designed by Anant Raje, a national award-winning architect. The inspiration behind the structure and architecture of IIFM was the historical town of Mandu. The most prominent feature of IIFM architecture is the giant arcs.
Indian Institute of Forest Management
Located in Nehru Nagar area of Bhopal, IIFM is built on a hill that overlooks the Bhadbhada barrage. The spillway for Bhadbhada can be seen covering three sides of the IIFM hill, giving the campus a scenic location.
The campus of this management school is famous for its flora and fauna. One can also expect to see various wild mammals as well as birds on IIFM campus.
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