XIMB MBA Business Management: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

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XIMB Latest Updates and News

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Total fees

INR 25.80 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 18.25 LPA

Class of 2025, MBA-BM

Cutoff

90 percentile

CAT and XAT, General

Placement rate

100%

Class of 2025 placed

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe degree and marks you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting on campus 05Admission DatesThis session's calendar and next year's estimate 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you a call?What each exam score is worth here 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About XIMB MBA Business Management

XIMB offers a two-year, full-time MBA in Business Management on its Bhubaneswar campus. The course is fully residential and covers six terms, with an eight-week summer internship at the end of the first year. XIM University holds a NAAC A grade and this course is accredited by NBA. XIMB stands #33 in Collegedunia's MBA ranking 2025 and 45th in NIRF Management 2025. The full course fee is INR 25.80 Lakhs without hostel, charged year by year. The batch has 360 seats and admission is based on a CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT score, then a written test and an interview. The Class of 2025 averaged INR 18.25 LPA and every student was placed.

XIMB MBA Business Management Fees

You pay the course fee year by year, twice in all. The development fund, the career advisory charge and the alumni fee are paid once. The deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel, the residence admin fee and board add INR 3.52 Lakhs over the two years.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Course fee	INR 23 Lakhs	INR 11.50 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Development fund	INR 1 Lakh	One time
Course materials	INR 80,000	INR 40,000 a year, 2 years
IT expenses	INR 40,000	INR 20,000 a year, 2 years
Career advisory services	INR 50,000	One time
Alumni activities fee	INR 10,000	One time
Refundable deposit	INR 20,000	One time, comes back
Hostel, admin fee and board	INR 3.52 Lakhs	Room and admin fee a year, board a month
Total, no hostel	INR 25.80 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 29.32 Lakhs	Full course

XIMB MBA Business Management Admission Dates

Admission for the 2026 batch is closed: the form shut on 20 Jan 2026 and classes started in Jun 2026. The next window opens with the CAT and XAT season later this year. Keep your score card and your degree papers ready for the next cycle.

Event	Date	Status
Application for MBA-BM, last date to apply	20 Jan 2026	Over
CAT 2025 exam	30 Nov 2025	Over
XAT 2026 exam	4 Jan 2026	Over
XGMT test	25 Jan 2026	Over
Interview cutoffs and shortlist out	6 Feb 2026	Over
WAT, GD and personal interview	Feb 2026 to Mar 2026	Over
Offer letters to selected students	Apr 2026	Over
Admission fee payment	Apr 2026	Over
Reporting and document check	Jun 2026	Over
Classes start	Jun 2026	Over

XIMB MBA Business Management Eligibility

You need a bachelor's degree in any subject with at least 55% marks, and one accepted exam score. Final year students can apply if the degree is finished in time.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	A bachelor's degree of at least three years, in any subject
Minimum marks	55% over all years of the degree
Final year students	You can apply if the degree is finished by 15 Jun 2026
Exam score	A valid CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT score
Work experience	Not needed; it counts as a plus in the interview

XIMB MBA Business Management Admission Process

One XIM University form covers every MBA here. The step most students get wrong is paying the admission fee after the date printed on the offer letter.

Step	What you do
1. Take one exam	CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT; XIMB reads all four
2. Fill the XIM form	One form covers MBA-BM and the other MBA courses
3. Clear the shortlist	XIMB puts the shortlist cutoff online after the results
4. Sit for WAT and PI	Written ability test, group discussion and personal interview
5. Accept the offer	Pay the admission fee by the date on the offer letter
6. Report on campus	Bring originals; the course is fully residential

XIMB MBA Business Management Cutoff

XIMB does not put out a fixed cutoff before the exam. It sets the shortlist cutoff after each result, so these are the levels students were called at.

Exam	Score or percentile called at	Category
CAT 2025	90 to 92 percentile	General, overall
XAT 2026	90 to 92 percentile	General, overall
GMAT	700 and above	General, overall
XGMT	Cutoff set after the test	XIM's own test

XIMB MBA Business Management Placements

Every student in the Class of 2025 was placed. Banking, financial services and consulting took the largest share of the batch.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 18.25 LPA, Class of 2025
Median pay	INR 17.82 LPA, Class of 2025
Highest offer	INR 32.8 LPA, Class of 2025
Batch placed	100%
Recruiters on campus	101 companies, 49 of them for the first time
Largest sectors	Banking and finance 25%, consulting 24%, IT 23%

XIMB MBA Business Management Scholarships

Two awards come from the university's own fund and two from Odisha state schemes. The state ones need an income paper and a home state paper.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
J. Philip Scholarship	Merit and need, any category	INR 2 Lakhs
Sarosh J. Ghandy Scholarship	Merit and need, any category	INR 75,000
e-Medhabruti PG merit scholarship	Odisha home state, 55% in the degree, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 30,000 over the course
Post matric scholarship for SC and ST	SC or ST, family income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs	INR 27,000 over the course

XIMB MBA Business Management Ranking

Collegedunia ranks the college on fees, placements and student reviews. NIRF ranks it on data XIM University files every year. XIM University also holds a NAAC A grade.

Ranking body	Year	Rank
Collegedunia MBA ranking	2025	#33
NIRF Management	2025	#45
NIRF Management	2024	#43
NIRF Management	2023	#46

XIMB MBA Business Management Course Structure

The first year is all core courses. The second year is built from electives you pick yourself, so there is no fixed stream to join.

Stage	What you study
Year 1	Core courses in finance, marketing, operations, systems and strategy
Between the years	An eight-week summer internship, needed for the degree
Year 2	Electives picked from more than 60 courses

XIMB MBA Business Management Seats and Intake

The batch is one of the larger ones among private business schools of this level, and every seat is a residential seat.

Item	Detail
MBA-BM seats	360
Course length	Two years, six terms
Campus	Bhubaneswar, fully residential
Exams taken	CAT, XAT, GMAT and XGMT

Should you pick MBA-BM at XIMB?

This course suits students who want a general management job in India and can live on campus for the whole course.

Pick it if:

You have a strong XAT score, not a CAT one: XIMB reads CAT, XAT, GMAT and its own XGMT the same way, so one good score is enough.

You want banking or consulting, not only IT: banking and finance took the largest share of the last batch, with consulting close behind.

You like picking your own subjects: the second year is built from electives, so you shape the mix instead of joining a fixed stream.

You want proof the placements hold: every student in the last batch was placed, and the average pay has stayed near the year before.

Skip it if:

You are counting on last year's average pay: it came down from the year before, so plan on the lower number and not the higher one.

You cannot live on campus: every full-time MBA here is fully residential, so a room and board are part of your cost.

You want to apply after your final exams: the form shuts in January and your degree must be finished by the middle of June.

You want a big metro campus: XIMB sits in Bhubaneswar, so recruiters come to campus rather than you walking into city offices.

Counsellor's advice

If XIMB is your best call among the schools that shortlisted you, accept the offer and pay on the date the letter gives. If you are still waiting on another list, ask XIMB in writing what part of the fee comes back before you pay.

MBA-BM Eligibility▾

Degree needed: A bachelor's degree of at least three years, in any subject, from a recognised university.

Minimum marks: At least 55% over all years of the degree. There is no separate relaxed mark for reserved categories.

Final year students: You can apply, but your degree must be finished by 15 Jun 2026.

Exam score: A valid CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT (XIM's own test) score.

Work experience: Not needed. It counts as a plus when the interview panel scores your profile.

MBA-BM Admission Process▾

Take one exam: CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT. XIMB reads all four the same way.

Fill one form: One XIM University form covers MBA-BM and the other MBA courses here.

Clear the shortlist: XIMB sets the shortlist cutoff after each exam result and puts it online.

Sit for WAT and PI: A written ability test, a group discussion and a personal interview. The exam score carries 55% of the final call, the interview 25%.

Accept and report: Pay the admission fee by the date on the offer letter, then report with your original papers.

MBA-BM Admission Dates 2026

These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 for expected dates of the next batch.

2026 Session2027 Session

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.

Over

20 Jan 2026

MBA-BM application, last date to apply

The form for the 2026 batch closed on 20 Jan 2026. Late forms were not taken.

Over

30 Nov 2025

CAT 2025 exam

Your CAT score is one of the four scores XIMB reads.

Over

4 Jan 2026

XAT 2026 exam

XAT is the exam most XIMB applicants take.

Over

25 Jan 2026

XGMT test

XGMT is XIM's own test, for students without a CAT or XAT score.

Over

6 Feb 2026

Interview cutoffs and shortlist out

XIMB put the MBA-BM shortlist cutoff online on 6 Feb 2026.

Over

Feb 2026 to Mar 2026

WAT, GD and personal interview

Rounds were held at centres across India.

Over

Apr 2026

Offer letters to selected students

The offer letter carries your own fee date; nothing else sets it.

Over

Apr 2026

Admission fee payment

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the date on the letter.

Over

Jun 2026

Reporting and document check

Bring your original degree papers and your score card.

Over

Jun 2026

Classes start

The 2026 batch started in the third week of Jun 2026.

Tentative

Nov 2026

CAT 2026 exam

Expected in the last week of the month, as in past years.

Tentative

Jan 2027

XAT 2027 exam

Expected on the first Sunday of the month.

Tentative

Jan 2027

MBA-BM application, last date to apply

Expected to close in the same month as this year.

Tentative

Jan 2027

XGMT test

Expected within a week of the form closing.

Tentative

Feb 2027

Interview cutoffs and shortlist out

Expected about two weeks after the XAT result.

Tentative

Feb 2027 to Mar 2027

WAT, GD and personal interview

Expected at centres across India, as this year.

Tentative

Apr 2027

Offer letters to selected students

Expected about a month after the last interview.

Tentative

Apr 2027

Admission fee payment

Expected within two weeks of the offer letter.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Reporting and document check

Expected in the third week of the month.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Classes start

Expected in the third week of the month, as this year.

Source: XIM University admission bulletin. Confirm on the official site before you act.

XIMB MBA-BM Fees 2026

This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and board.

Course fee

Per year × 2, INR 11.50 Lakhs a year

INR 23 Lakhs

Development fund

One time, in year 1

INR 1 Lakh

Course materials

Per year × 2, INR 40,000 a year

INR 80,000

IT expenses

Per year × 2, INR 20,000 a year

INR 40,000

Career advisory services

One time, in year 1

INR 50,000

Alumni activities fee

One time, in year 1

INR 10,000

Refundable deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 20,000

Add hostel + board

Hostel room rent

Per year × 2, INR 60,000 a year

INR 1.20 Lakhs

Student residence admin fee

Per year × 2, INR 20,000 a year

INR 40,000

Board and mess

Per month × 24, INR 8,000 a month, charged all through the course

INR 1.92 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 25.80 Lakhs

2 years · course fee, development fund and other charges, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 29.32 Lakhs

2 years · course fee and other charges plus room, admin fee and board

Education loan EMI

INR 43,501

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

71%

average first-year pay INR 18.25 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 49,435

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

62%

average first-year pay INR 18.25 LPA vs the full fee

Source: XIM University fee structure page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a call from XIMB?

Pick the exam you wrote. Each cutoff range is the level XIMB has shortlisted MBA-BM students at.

Your exam

CATXATGMAT

CAT percentile

92 percentile and above: yes, a call comes in most years. Keep your papers ready.

90 to 91 percentile: almost there. XIMB has called students from this range, so a strong profile matters.

Below 90 percentile: not likely this year. XGMT is your other way in.

XAT percentile

92 percentile and above: yes, a call comes in most years. XAT is the exam most applicants here take.

90 to 91 percentile: almost there. This is the range XIMB has called from.

Below 90 percentile: not likely this year. Try XGMT, which is XIM's own test.

GMAT score

700 and above: yes, this is the score XIMB has shortlisted at.

600 to 699: almost there. Work experience helps at this score.

Below 600: not likely this year. Take CAT, XAT or XGMT instead.

EDITOR'S NOTE

XIMB does not publish a fixed cutoff before the exam. It sets the shortlist cutoff after each result, so treat these as the level students were called at and not as a promise.

XIMB MBA-BM Scholarship Calculator

Answer three questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

XIMB MBA-BM vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to XIMB. Blue marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

Compare with

IMT GhaziabadTAPMI ManipalIMI New DelhiKJ Somaiya

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XIMB Bhubaneswar

Odisha

Compared with

IMT Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad

Compared with

TAPMI Manipal

Manipal

Compared with

IMI New Delhi

New Delhi

Compared with

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management

Mumbai

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 25.80 Lakhs

course fee and other charges

INR 23 Lakhs

INR 2.80 Lakhs less, 2026 to 28 batch

INR 20.10 Lakhs

INR 5.70 Lakhs less, 2026 to 28 batch

Not published

INR 20.87 Lakhs

INR 4.93 Lakhs less, latest batch

Average paylatest batch

INR 18.25 LPA

Class of 2025

INR 16.25 LPA

INR 2 LPA less

INR 14.6 LPA

INR 3.65 LPA less

INR 21.59 LPA

INR 3.34 LPA more

INR 13.05 LPA

INR 5.2 LPA less, Class of 2026

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

100%

Class of 2025

90%

10 points lower

100%

Same placement rate

Not published

CutoffCAT percentile, General

shortlist level

Same cutoff

5 fewer

Same cutoff

6 fewer

Seatsflagship MBA intake

360

MBA-BM

Not published

180

180 fewer

Not published

In short

If both call you, IMT Ghaziabad costs less over the two years, but XIMB placed its whole batch and pays more on average. If money is the deciding point, take IMT Ghaziabad.

In short

If your percentile is short of ninety, TAPMI Manipal shortlists lower and costs less. If you clear both, XIMB pays more on average, so take this seat.

In short

If pay is what you are after, IMI New Delhi averaged more last year, but it has half the seats and no clear published fee. If XIMB calls you first, take it.

In short

If you want Mumbai, KJ Somaiya Institute of Management costs less and sits inside the city. If pay is what matters, XIMB averaged much more, so take this seat.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on XIMB MBA-BM

Short answers to what students ask before they apply.

How do I get into MBA-BM at XIMB?▾

Take CAT, XAT, GMAT or XGMT and fill the XIM University form. If your score clears the shortlist cutoff, you sit for a written test, a group discussion and an interview. An offer letter follows if you make the final list.

What is the full fee for the course?▾

The full two-year fee is INR 25.80 Lakhs without hostel. With room, the residence admin fee and board it comes to INR 29.32 Lakhs. Both totals sit in the fee block above.

Is staying on campus compulsory?▾

Yes. Every full-time MBA at XIMB is fully residential, so a room and board are part of your cost. Turn on the toggle in the fee block to see the full amount.

What score do I need for a call?▾

XIMB has shortlisted at about 90 percentile on CAT and XAT, and at a GMAT score of 700. Use the score checker above for each exam. The real cutoff is set after the results.

Can I apply while I am in my final year?▾

Yes. You can apply in your final year, but your degree must be finished by 15 Jun 2026 and you need at least 55% over all years of the degree.

Do I need work experience?▾

No. Work experience is not needed for MBA-BM. It counts as a plus in the interview, along with your marks and your background.

Which scholarships can cut this fee?▾

The calculator above lists the schemes this course takes, from the university's own awards to the two Odisha state schemes. Answer its three questions and it shows your total waiver and your net fee.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 4, 2026

XIMB: Students' Opinion

AI-Generated Summary based on 65 Reviews

Admission to Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB) requires clearing entrance exams like CAT or XAT, followed by group discussions and personal interviews. Applicants' communication skills and understanding of current affairs are key evaluation factors. XIMB's flagship MBA program spans two years, comprising six terms with a focus on cross-functional education. The program requires maintaining a minimum CGPA to progress and graduate. The faculty, with a student-to-teacher ratio of 1:20, fosters personalized learning, and students have access to mentors for guidance.

The total fee for XIMB's MBA program ranges from INR 20.3 to 22.7 lakhs, excluding hostel and mess charges. Hostel fees range from INR 40,000 to 55,000 annually, while mess fees are around INR 5,000 monthly. Though XIMB does not offer institutional scholarships, student loans are accessible through banks at low-interest rates. XIMB boasts a strong placement record, achieving 100% placements for its MBA graduates. The highest domestic salary package offered was INR 71.51 LPA, with an average salary of INR 20.03 LPA.

The placement process begins in the fourth term, attracting top recruiters like Microsoft, Bain & Company, and McKinsey & Company. The program also ensures 100% summer internship placements, with stipends averaging INR 1.17 lakhs for two months. Companies like Deloitte and ICICI Bank offer roles across diverse sectors. Students benefit from a robust alumni network, live projects, and competitions, enhancing their return on investment.

By Collegedunia’s Personal AI

XIMB: 7 Answered Questions

Which course is better for HR, IMC Delhi or XIMB?

Tithi AggrawalLives in New Delhi

The School of Human Resource Management at XIM University originated from XIMB’s HR specialization program and has been shaping HR professionals since 1987. The students of the school are grounded in the vision and values of excellence and ethics set by XIM University.

SHRM USA recognizes the School of Human Resource Management's curriculum as meeting worldwide standards. It is India’s top B-school in HR and has a large alumni network.

The placements of the MBA - HRM program at the School of Human Resource Management achieved an average CTC (Cost to Company) of 16.64 LPA (Lakhs per annum) and the highest domestic salary of 32.21 LPA in various domains such as Talent Acquisition, HR Advisory, Learning and Development, HR Analytics, Industrial Relations, HR Business partnering, etc., for the batch of 2021-23.

Which college should I choose for a rural management course, KIIT or XIMB Bhubaneswar?

Kalyan SahuLives in Bhubaneshwar

There is no doubt that students should choose XIMB. It truly has a strong brand of academics in Management Studies at both the national and international levels.

XIMB Rural management students receive 100% placement every year, not only in banks and companies but also in many government agencies. The highest package offered was of 17 LPA and the average package offered is of 8 LPA.

The Infrastructure and campus at XIMB create a diverse setting for students to study in. Over 25 years of rural management experience and direct exposure to fieldwork. All of this influences students' decisions to invest their money at XIMB.

Criteria	KIIT University	Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB)
Ranking	#44 in NIRF 2021	#31 in NIRF 2021
Student Intake (MBA)	600	360
Average CTC Offered (MBA)	INR 6.5 LPA	INR 15.42 LPA
Top Recruiters	Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Cognizant, Deloitte, Capgemini	Deloitte, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Vodafone, Amazon, Flipkart
Notable Alumni	Manoj Nayak, Satya Prakash Panda, Monica Das, Dutee Chand	Naveen Jindal, B. Muthuraman, Ashok Soota, Anil Swarup

On the basis of comparison table also XIMB is better when compared to KIIT.

What are the prospects for Urban Management and Governance at XIMB? How are the placements?

Ankit DhirCEO at Catking Educare. (2009–present)

The answer is based on the interviews of first and second-year students of MBA - Urban Management & Governance.

Course: MBA in Urban Management and Governance helps students develop the talent in the development and management of smart and sustainable city infrastructure which includes the following:

Financing
Contracting and partnership arrangements for transportation systems
Housing and real estate
Housing finance
Water and waste management
Sustainable urban development
e-governance arrangements
Urban environmental management
Leisure and tourism

Recruiting Sectors

Many domains of both public and private sector offer roles to students from Urban Management and Governance (UMG) such as

Consulting firms
Infrastructure development companies
Urban Development Authorities and various Government Departments
Special Purpose Agencies created through Public-Private-Partnerships managing Smart Cities
NGOs
UN Organizations
International Development Agencies
Multilateral Agencies

Recruiters

The various companies and NGOs that have hired students of UMG are - Ernst and Young, Jones Lang LaSalle, GIZ, Spectrum Technologies, CRISIL, Janagraha and many more.

Future prospects:

Graduates of the MBA-UMG Program can pursue further study in Ph.D. programs in a number of disciplines like

Urban Development
Housing
Transportation
Public Policy
Planning
Governance
Urban Finance
Real Estate

My personal advice would be to go for this course. Experience in this field will upscale your resume and make you appear unique among many others.

Which has the best program for rural management, XIMB, IRMA, or the Indian Institute of Rural Management at Jaipur?

Vishal PatilStudied MBA in Human Resource Management at Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (Graduated 2019)

IRMA seems to have it all - top faculty, great infrastructure, excellent campus, and extensive exposure. It is well known for its specialization in Rural Management and becomes the best choice when it comes to RM aspirants. Before I go on, let me clarify a much common misconception about the Rural Management and Development Sector. The assumptions that the pay in the Development sector is extremely low and IRMA provides no corporate exposure are outright false.

I know a friend who gave up a scholarship at another B School for Rural Management at IRMA. He made this decision despite knowing it will be more hectic because of the 3 field components unlike 1 in the case of other B Schools.

There is an additional social sector course like Rural Society and Polity for instance. The main purpose of these courses is to broaden your tour horizon as IRMA serves the majority of the Indian population living in villages, who have a different set of problems and require a different type of thinking to solve them.

IRMA has 2 camps - pro-market and pro-development that respect each other. Such harmony leads to a better understanding of both pros and cons, and students can initiate a response to an emerging economy.

This field required an emphatic and sensitive attitude with monetary benefits not being the primary goal. The earning capacity is not exactly poor and the placement figures reveal 100% opportunities. Additionally, IRMA’s Social Entrepreneurship Cell is a haven for future entrepreneurs.

IRMA boasts of a rich alumni culture because they take pride in being an IRMAn which was possible after multiple efforts and hard work. The alumni connection ensures constant motivation and advice shared based on real-life experiences.

Overall IRMA offers a roller coaster of experiences you won’t forget in your entire life.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

Apoorv AshutoshFormer PhD Candidate at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (2017–2020)

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter.

Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management.
Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar.

Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers.

So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

Is XIMB HRM worth the 17 lakh fee? Will the XUB thing have any impact?

Arka DuttaM.B.A. from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar

There is no such course as XIMB HRM. The HR School of XUB, XAHR, offers the HRM course. Pursuing this degree is certainly worth the money invested. Xavier School of Human Resource Management placements has an average CTC of INR 12.9 LPA. While the highest CTC goes up to INR 22.5 LPA. Many students get salary packages in INR 20 LPA slab.

The XUB thing hasn’t made any major impacts. The faculty is same, the selection criteria are same, and so is the list of recruiting companies.

What is the expected NMAT cut-off for XIMB courses?

Siddartha BanerjeeM.B.A. - Marketing, NMIMS Mumbai (Batch 19-21)

Since last few years, XIMB started receiving NMAT courses for admission to some of their flagship courses, i.e. HRM, RM, XSOS, UMG. There is no specific cutoff and the yearly numbers vary. But usually, the cutoff for these courses is in the range of 170-190.

You should note that XIMB doesn’t consider NMAT scores for courses like Business Management or Global Management.

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