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What is the final composite score needed by a general candidate for admission to IIM Ahmedabad to convert the interview call? Would a score of 70 be sufficient?
IIM Ahmedabad has decided to give little importance to the bachelor's degree components from the shortlisting criteria and to apply it uniformly to all the candidates. The AR now will be computed on a scale of 25 (considering class 10th marks, class 12th marks, and the candidate's work experience) and the points will be pro-rated to 35.
The following formula will now be used for computing the Composite Score (CS):
CS = 0.35* Pro-rated AR Score/35 + 0.65* Normalized overall CAT Score
Pro-rated AR Score= [(AR score computed by taking 0 points for Bachelor’s degree)/25] * 35.
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Quantitative Ability (QA) |
80 |
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Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) |
80 |
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Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) |
80 |
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Overall |
80 |
The final composite score for general category students is 80.
What is so special about IIM Kozhikode?
All the IIMs are excellent at their own level. Some things that set IIM Kozhikode different from others are:
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Food: The campus at IIM Kozhikode offers various eating options. Apart from the mess food, IIM Kozhikode has its own restaurant.
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Amazing courses: Apart from the traditional courses, IIM Kozhikode offers versatile courses like Social Transformation of India and Managerial Perspective.
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Sessions on self realisation: IIM Kozhikode offers a discretionary course called Self-Incorporated that covers aspects like self-awareness, positive attitude, courage and confidence.
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Campus Entertainment: The campus has a number of clubs for extracurricular activities like Krescendo (Music), Foot Vibes (Dance), Theatrix (Drama), Atharva (Quizzing), K-Matinee (Cinema), Tripod (Photography), Pro-lit Cult (Literary activities), Kalakriti (Designing) .
All these make IIM Kozhikode stand apart from other IIMs.
How is the reputation of Central University of Himachal Pradesh and how is the education quality of it?
The quality of education at the Central University of Himachal Pradesh is quite good. The faculties are well-qualified and cooperative. The environment on campus is ideal for studies. Most of the alumni of the institute are well-settled in reputed PSUs. This institute is a great option if you want decent academics with minimal course fees. However, if you want to get more industrial exposure in your field, you will need to take the initiative by yourself.
Which should I choose: MBA (2 year PGP) from IIM Ahmedabad or MS in computer science from a decent (top 10 & not top 3) US university with funding? What should I consider when choosing?
A friend of mine faced a similar dilemma when he was torn between choosing IIM Ahmedabad (MBA) and Stanford (MS). He went for IIM Ahmedabad in the end. He considered the following factors before making this decision:
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Geographical factors: If you want to stay in India then MBA from IIM Ahmedabad is the best choice. But if you are certain you want to settle abroad, MS from Stanford is a good choice.
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Nature of career: Comparing the nature of both the courses, we find that MBA is a general one while MS is specific. MBA is related to business and management while MS is technical. Based on your interests and aspirations one can easily make a choice between the two.
If you are still unable to decide then know that you can pursue MBA in the US even after MS. The latter will offer you more opportunities.
Is NIT Hamirpur a good college for MTech in any specialization of Civil Engineering?
NIT Hamirpur has been ranked at 47 for Engineering by Outlook 2019 and is popularly known for its BTech and MTech programs. It is recognized as an institute of national importance and is ranked at 98 across NIT’s in India.
Regarding MTech in Civil Engineering, you can find important factors given below:
Admissions:
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NIT Hamirpur |
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Eligibility criteria |
Minimum score of 60% in graduation |
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Qualifying Exams |
GATE |
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Seats |
35 |
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Fees |
2.12 Lakhs |
Curriculum:
- The curriculum is well-planned out with a heightened focus on practical and research-oriented subjects.
- Depending on the specialization chosen, students will have the opportunity to learn using practical methods and an efficient approach to industry trends.
- It offers a core focus on solving 3D stress analysis problems.
Specializations:
The institute offers five specializations in the field of MTech civil engineering, which are: Environment, Structures, Geotechnical, Transportation, and Water Resources.
Faculty:
- The faculty members are academic professionals and Ph.D. holders in their respective fields of teaching.
- They help guide and train students to gain practical knowledge and adapt to modern industry trends.
- They also advise students regarding jobs and placement opportunities.
Infrastructure:
- While the campus is modern and offers well-updated services to students, the practical labs and software are equipped only for a limited number of students.
- Apart from that, the institute offers high-speed internet access all across the campus, a sports complex, spacious classrooms, a well-stocked library, and hostel facilities.
Placements:
- The placement rate is 65%. The highest CTC is 15 LPA while the median CTC is 5.3 LPA.
- The top recruiters are Accenture and Bloomberg.
While there are other institutions that offer comparatively better programs in Civil Engineering, NIT Hamirpur is surely one of the top in terms of curriculum and specialization options, which are offered in very few universities across the country.
Students can make an informed choice after doing their research and going through the points mentioned above.
How was your SPJIMR interview experience for the finance stream?
One of the students interviewed by SPJIMR on 25th February 2021 for the finance stream, shared their experience. During Group Interview 1, two professors and three students were present. You should give well-prepared answers when asked about yourself, why you want to pursue an MBA, your long-term and short-term goals, and your favorite subject. You should also confidently answer questions about financial management, such as what CAPM is and what Beta is in CAPM. If you are unsure of an answer, you should try to explain it as best as you can.
When asked about the performance of banks in the country and whether the latest budget provisions will help, you should be well-prepared with your answer. When comparing recent changes to those made in the 90s, you should try to highlight both the positives and negatives. When asked about the challenges you've faced during bank audits, you should answer based on your experience in the sector.
During Group Interview 2, two professors and four students were present. You should confidently answer questions about your experience during Group Interview 1 and explain why you want to pursue an MBA and your long-term and short-term goals. If asked about your hometown, you should try to answer as best as you can. If asked how you would cope in SPJIMR for two years, you should link your answer to your audit experience of going outstation for months and managing to cope well.
Is NIT Hamirpur a good college for M.Tech in any specialization of Civil Engineering?
NIT Hamirpur B.Tech Civil Engineering department lacks a research environment and proper lab facilities for both UG and PG programs. As far as academics are concerned, the department is ahead of many NITs. However, the infrastructure and teaching methodology are not in line with new-age requirements. Even the placement scenario for M.Tech Civil at NIT Hamirpur isn't good.
In comparison to other branches, the Department of Environmental Engineering and Energy Resources has better research facilities. For an M.Tech in Civil Engineering, I would like you to try these institutions - IIT Roorkee, BITS, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, NIT Allahabad, and NIT Delhi.
NIT Hamirpur isn’t the best choice for an M.Tech Civil program.
What coding language should I learn for placements at IIT Madras?
My brother is an alumnus of IIT Madras and here are some tips from him for doing well in placements.
- For the placements, the algorithms are much more important than the language. You can pick just one language like C++ or Java.
- You can learn data structures and algorithms. Various questions are asked from topics like linked lists, binary trees, queues, stacks, etc.
- It is also important to choose the language depending on the sectors that you are targeting. If you are going for analytics/data science profiles, it would be better for you to learn R and/or Python. Along with this, you need to be strong with the basics of statistics.
- If you are good at maths and know one of these languages then you are good to go.
Hope this helps.
What is CMAT cutoff for ifmr?
IFMR CMAT cutoff varies each year, depending on various factors such as the number of candidates appearing for the exam, the difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats. Based on past trends, CMAT cutoff for IFMR has been around 80-85 percentile in recent years.
It's important to note that the cutoff is not the only factor considered in the admission process. Other factors such as academic record, work experience (if any), extracurricular activities, and performance in the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds also play a crucial role in the final selection.
While the CMAT cutoff is a significant factor in the admission process, it's not the only one. So, if you're planning to apply to IFMR, it's recommended that you aim for a score higher than the cutoff to increase your chances of getting selected.
Which college should I choose for a B.Com Ramjas College, Sri Venkateswara College or the Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce?
It is suggested that you go for Sri Venkateswara College (SVC) or Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce (SGGSCC), as both colleges are famous for their commerce department.
They have the best, most experienced faculty with some professors having 15-20 years of educational experience. You will have opportunities to take part in extracurricular activities through clubs and societies. SVC also has the best placement opportunities and has the advantage of being in Satya Niketan, the best college of south campus.
Therefore, your first choice or preference should be either SVC or SGGSCC, followed by Ramjas college.
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