Top 10 Reasons why PIBM is the perfect B-School for MBA & PGDM aspirants

5 mins readUpdated on May 5, 2022 02:52 IST

Pursuing an MBA or PGDM is an excellent way to kick-start your career in Business Management. However, the most difficult situation for a management education aspirant comes when they need to choose among the best MBA colleges in India. There are numerous management institutes or b-schools that offer the MBA or PGDM courses, but enrolling yourself at PIBM, the best PGDM college in India, can ensure a successful career in the corporate world. 

This article will discuss the top 10 reasons that make PIBM the perfect choice for pursuing an MBA and PGDM course.  

#1 Offers diverse Specializations

PIBM offers diverse options in specialization subjects. You may choose an MBA and PGDM program in Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Business Analytics, FinTech, and Operation Management. PIBM follows a course curriculum that effectively meets the latest industry requirements and helps students gain relevant knowledge as well as develop skills in most in-demand domain streams. 

#2 Faculty with Academics and Corporate Expertise

PIBM is best known for its expert faculty members, who are industry veterans with tons of knowledge, expertise, and experience. They go beyond the mainstream classroom education to train students with respect to industry approach, impart practical learning, conduct numerous live case discussions, and imbibe leadership & managerial skills in them. 

Q:   Is PIBM Pune good for MBA?

A:

Pune Institute of Business Management (PIBM) is considered a good institution for MBA and PGDM programs due to several factors

 

  1. Industry-oriented Curriculum: PIBM's curriculum is co-designed with industry experts, ensuring that students receive practical and relevant education
  2. Experienced Faculty: The institution boasts a highly experienced faculty, which contributes to the quality of education provided
  3. Global Exposure: PIBM offers opportunities for international exposure through its tie-ups with leading companies and institutions
  4. Placements: PIBM has a strong focus on placements, with many companies visiting the campus for recruitment. The highest recorded placement is 16 LPA, with an average of 6 LPA
  5. Infrastructure: The college infrastructure is good, with a well-maintained e-library and well-equipped computer labs
  6. Location: Pune is a thriving business hub, providing students with opportunities for networking and access to a vibrant business environment

However, there are some drawbacks to consider, such as hidden charges for examinations, location (far from the city), bad food, small infrastructure, and high student intake (900) . Overall, PIBM is a good choice for MBA and PGDM aspirants looking for a practical, industry-oriented education with excellent placement opportunities

 

Q:   Is PIBM a good college for pursuing MBA?

A:

PIBM Pune offers three full-time MBA courses - MBA (General), MBA in FinTech, and MBA in Project Management. These courses are offered in affiliation with Savitribai Phule Pune University. Students pursuing MBA at PIBM Pune receive the advantage to build up strong management skills, soft skills, and leadership capabilities. Students receive opportunities to get add-on advanced employability enhancement certifications & training on business tools such as SAP, CISI, CFA, CPA, NISM, SPSS, Six Sigma, Bloomberg Terminal, Tableau, MS Project, Advanced Excel Certification etc., followed by 50+ Live Business Projects, Winter & Summer Internships, and Industry Visits to enhance the practical learning in the field of Business Management.

As per NIRF Rankings 2023, PIBM has ranked among top 5 B-Schools in Pune and top 125 B-Schools in India. Futhermore, the placement cell of PIBM Pune 750+ top recruiters from varied sectors top multinational companies like Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture, Grant Thornton, EY, CITCO, Wipro, Eclerx, Deutsche Bank, Axis Bank, FIS Global, TIAA, Amazon, etc., are some of the top recruiting companies of PIBM Pune.

Q:   What is unique about PIBM Pune?

A:

PIBM Pune is a premier business school in Pune, India, that offers MBA and PGDM courses. The institution is unique because it focuses on the highest standards of academics and trains students with skillsets that make them shine in the corporate world. PIBM has a vibrant student life, with various clubs and societies catering to different interests, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, including smart classrooms, well-equipped computer labs, a well-stocked library, and a Wi-Fi-enabled campus. The institution also focuses on the holistic development of the student’s personalities, with facilities such as a well-equipped gymnasium, tennis court, sports ground, music room, mess, cafeteria, and a common room for all the students. The location of the institution in Pune provides students with access to a thriving business which enhances their learning experience and provides them with opportunities for networking. Additionally, PIBM's tie-ups with leading companies provide students with opportunities for internships, projects, and guest lectures by industry experts, which helps them gain exposure to the corporate world. PIBM is also among the top placement colleges for MBA in India

The inclusive support from faculty to train students and make them industry-ready is what makes PIBM among the top placement colleges for MBA in India.

#3 Profile Oriented Training for Domain & Sector-Specific Learning

PIBM is in an endeavor to produce complete management professionals. It follows a profile-oriented training methodology that focuses entirely on developing practical knowledge and skills in students according to the job descriptions of trending job profiles. PIBM prepares & trains students for various job profiles whether it is in Investment Banking, Global Taxation, Equity Research, Commercial Credit, Business Consulting, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, HR Generalist, HR Analytics, and any other top industry profile that a student aims of working in and perform their best.

PIBM is also the pioneer in following the SCPS training methodology to help students gain real-world practical knowledge and application-based proficiency in diverse sectors while learning about their respective trending products and services. Students at PIBM develop an exhaustive knowledge in Financial Services, Banking, FinTech, Business Process Consulting, FMCG, Consumer Durables, Retail, E-Commerce, Real Estate, Digital Marketing, Manufacturing, Telecom, AgriTech, HealthTech, and many more.

Q:   How is MBA at PIBM Pune?

A:

PIBM Pune offers Management course such as MBA (General), MBA in FinTech and MBA in Project Management for a duration of two years. These courses are offered in affiliation with Savitribai Phule Pune University. Those who study MBA at PIBM Pune receive the advantage to build up strong management skills, soft skills, and leadership capabilities. Students receive opportunities to get certifications such as Microsoft Project Certification, SAP ERP Suite Certification, etc., followed by various Live Business Projects, Winter Internship & Summer Internships to enhance the practical learning of students in the field of Management. 

Q:   How is PIBM college for MBA? Should I join PIBM? Will it be worth it?

A:

Pune Institute of Business Management is a good college for pursuing MBA courses. As per the latest ranking trends, Pune Institute of Business Management is ranked 34 by The Times and 69 by Business Today in the year 2023 for MBA. It is worthy to join the college as the college offers great placements to students. The top companies taking part in the placement drive at the Pune Institute of Business Management are Deloitte, Accenture, BNY Mellon, and others. Based on these facts, Pune Institute of Business Management can be considered as a decent choice to opt for Management courses. 

Q:   Is PIBM, Pune UGC approved?

A:

PIBM Pune's MBA programs are affliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University which is approved by UGC. Accredited by NAAC and ranked by NIRF 2023 under the top 7 B-Schools in Pune & top 125 B-Schools in India, PIBM is AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) approved and its PGDM course is NBA accredited as well as accorded equivalent to MBA by Association of Indian Universities (AIU). PIBM is also a certified member of the AACSB.

Q:   Is PIBM Pune UGC approved?

A:

No, the Pune Institute of Business Management is approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and not UGC (University Grants Commission). All the courses offered by the Pune Institute of Business Management are approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education). Hence, the degree is valid all over India. PIBM College is a member of AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Due to its approval, the Pune Institute of Business Management is among the best colleges available all over India.

#4 Industry co-designed Curriculum & Training

PIBM’s futuristic course curriculum is designed with the active involvement of corporate leaders and tie-up companies. The management training is aimed at developing future-ready managers who are capable of performing to their fullest in any job role at any company in any industry. From the moment they enroll themselves in this esteemed management institute, they are monitored and trained with a 360-degree approach to help them learn all the aspects of management and leadership roles. 

Students get trained to relate the theoretical concepts they learn in classrooms with the practical applications they acquire from corporate interactions, live projects, dual internships, online training programs, etc., and apply the same when they become a part of the corporate world. 

#5 Corporate Interface & Interaction 

PIBM gives the utmost importance to the extensive corporate exposure to the students for interaction through training sessions and events. Students get to interact with top corporate leaders like CEOs, CFOs, CMOs, CHROs, Directors, and many others during the multitude of corporate events. These interactions enable the sharing of experience, knowledge, and information, which eventually help PIBM students build conceptual, analytical, domain, and communication skills. Throughout the year PIBM conducts 100+ such events like CEO Charisma, Leadership Series, Pioneer Convergence (annual business conclave), and sector-specific expert panel discussions thereby inviting more than 300 visionaries and heads to the campus.

#6 Real-Time Business Projects and Corporate Internships

As a part of the curriculum and to enhance the hands-on learning experience, PIBM students are required to take part in more than 50 live business projects and dual corporate internships after 1st and 2nd semesters i.e., 4 weeks of winter internship and 8-10 weeks of summer internship programs. Such real-time projects in different industry verticals and companies from diverse industries help students gain practical experience in the real corporate world. 

#7 Industry Certifications and Specialized Training

PIBM conducts specialized training programs for students so that they gain additional competencies and industry-relevant certifications. As part of the MBA & PGDM curriculum, students are provided with certifications and training in SAP, MS Project, Six Sigma (Green Belt), CISI, CFA, Bloomberg terminal, Financial Modeling, R, Python, Advanced MS Excel, etc. PIBM also trains and prepares its students on how to excel in placement interviews and crack the selection process via Mock GDs, Mock PIs, and Aptitude skill development.

#8 Network Building and Strong Alumni Base 

PIBM being one of the top MBA colleges in India has a strong alumni base of more than 7000 students who are placed at the top of the corporate ladder in various industry verticals. The alumni program allows students to interact with all members and gain insights into the current industry in real-time scenario.

Students can build a network of their own which eventually helps them to bag corporate jobs and get competitive remunerations. 

#9 International Collaboration for Research, Knowledge Creation, and Sharing

PIBM has partnered with some of the world's leading institutions to establish a dynamic network of knowledge creation and research. Such collaborations promote joining resources from both institutes to achieve greater objectives. 

PIBM’s international collaboration program allows faculty and students to exchange initiatives to share knowledge, conduct joint research activities, and collaborative incubation center activities. Some of the most notable institutions associated with PIBM are Michigan Technological University, University of Bridgeport, California State University, and many others. 

#10 Best Placement Assistance

And the final and the best reason why PIBM should be your ultimate choice of MBA college in India is the placement assistance offered by the institute. This institute has a tie-up with over 650 companies from various sectors and invites them every year to conduct the campus placement process and select them for various top managerial roles.  

Conclusion

PIBM, being the best MBA college in India, lives up to its expectations. It offers the best industry-oriented curriculum, along with real-time corporate interactions, live projects, and internships so that students can learn and build leadership skills and eventually bag high-level corporate jobs. 

 

 

Note: The views expressed in this article are that of Pune Institute of Business Management and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha

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