What is the CAT cutoff for IIM Bangalore PGP 2027?

IIM Bangalore has not yet published the CAT 2026 cutoff for PGP 2027-29. For reference, the official minimum first-shortlist cutoffs for the 2026-28 batch were 85 overall for General, 75 for NC-OBC/EWS, 70 for SC, 65 for ST and 60 for PwD. Sectional cutoffs also applied. The 2027-29 cutoff will be notified separately.

Is work experience compulsory for IIM Bangalore PGP 2027?

No. Work experience is not compulsory for IIM Bangalore PGP 2027-29. It considers relevant work experience as one of multiple selection parameters. The institute evaluates candidates using CAT performance, academic records, work experience, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview. The exact weight assigned to work experience for the 2027-29 selection process should be checked in the official admission policy.

What is the pre-PI composite score formula for IIM Bangalore PGP 2027?

For PGP 2027-29, IIM Bangalore calculates the pre-PI composite score out of 100 using: CAT (55) + Class 10 score (10) + Class 12 score (10) + Bachelors score (10) + Work Experience/Professional Course (10) + Gender Diversity (5). The CAT component includes VARC (19), DILR (21) and QA (15) marks. Work experience is calculated based on months of experience up to July 2026.

Does IIM Bangalore have a management quota?

IIM Bangalores official PGP admission information does not list any management quota or payment-seat category. Domestic admissions are based on CAT, while the selection process considers multiple parameters including academic performance, CAT/GMAT performance, relevant work experience, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview.

How is IIM Bangalore WAT conducted for PGP 2027?

IIM Bangalore includes a Writing Ability Test (WAT) in its PGP selection process. The institute states that shortlisted domestic candidates attend a written test and Personal Interview. The final selection considers CAT performance, scholastic achievement, work experience, WAT performance and interview performance. The detailed WAT format and weightage for PGP 2027-29 will be specified in the 2027 admission policy.

Can NRI candidates apply to IIM Bangalore PGP 2027?

Yes. IIM Bangalore has separate domestic and international admission channels for PGP. International candidates follow a separate application process from domestic candidates who take CAT. For PGP 2027-28 international admissions, IIM Bangalore has announced applications from October 1, 2026 to January 14, 2027, with interviews scheduled for February/March 2027 and offers expected in April 2027.

IIM Bangalore Ph.D Strategy: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Bannerghatta Main Road, BangaloreAutonomous UniversityEstd 1973

4.6

(81 Reviews)

Total fees

INR 1,000

5 years, application only

Monthly aid

INR 52,000

fellowship for admitted scholars

Selection

No cutoff

shortlist and technical interview

Funding

100%

tuition waiver for admitted scholars

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research support 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and advice 03EligibilityThe degree and test score you need before applying 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to registration 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full cost and the test fee toggle 07Will your score get you in?Score ranges and interview call chances 08ScholarshipsWhat aid applies 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 IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy

IIM Bangalore offers a five-year, full-time PhD Strategy programme on campus with four Strategy seats in the latest shared intake note. The course trains scholars in firm growth, market choice and strategic decision making. IIMB is an Institute of National Importance and stands #2 in NIRF Management ranking 2025. The full course fee shown here is INR 1,000, because admitted scholars get a full tuition fee waiver. You apply with CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-CSIR JRF NET or IIMB Test. Strategy has no area test after shortlisting. The monthly fellowship is INR 52,000, which is INR 6.24 LPA. Selection ends with a technical interview at IIMB.

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Fees

The total with IIMB Test is INR 2,200 while the total without it is INR 1,000. The tuition fee payable after admission is INR 0 because IIMB gives a full waiver. You pay the application fee once. You pay the test fee only if you choose IIMB Test.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Application fee, one area	INR 1,000	One time, before shortlist
IIMB Test fee	INR 1,200	One time, only if you choose this test
Tuition fee after admission	INR 0	Full course, waived by IIMB
Total, no test fee	INR 1,000	Full course
Total with IIMB Test	INR 2,200	Full course

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Admission Dates

The application form opened on 10 Jul 2026 and the last date to apply is 25 Jan 2027. IIMB Test 1 is on 25 Oct 2026. Registration and preparatory work start in late May 2027.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	10 Jul 2026	Over
IIMB Test 1	25 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Application form, last date to apply	25 Jan 2027	Confirmed
IIMB Test 2	31 Jan 2027	Confirmed
Shortlist notification	25 Feb 2027	Tentative
Technical interview	12 Mar 2027 to 13 Mar 2027	Tentative
Offer notification	20 Mar 2027	Tentative
Offer acceptance fee, last date	26 Mar 2027	Tentative
Document check and registration	May 2027	Tentative
Classes start	May 2027	Tentative

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Eligibility

You need 55% marks in the main degree, and reserved category students need 50%. Four-year bachelor's applicants need 6.5 CGPA, or 6.0 for SC, ST and PwD. You also need one valid accepted test score.

Requirement	What you need
Master's or PG diploma	55% marks, 50% for SC, ST and PwD
Four-year bachelor's degree	6.5 CGPA, 6.0 for SC, ST and PwD
Accepted tests	CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-CSIR JRF NET or IIMB Test
Strategy area test	Not needed for this area

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Admission Process

The process has the form, shortlist, technical interview and final offer. You submit the form with scores, marks, research statement and recommendations. IIMB shortlists candidates, then the Strategy area interviews them.

Step	What you do
1. Fill form	Choose Strategy and upload scores and papers
2. Submit test score	Use CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-CSIR JRF NET or IIMB Test
3. Attend interview	Shortlisted students attend the technical interview
4. Accept offer	Accept by the last date and join registration

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Cutoff

IIMB has no published cutoff for PhD Strategy, but a 95 test score range is safer for a call. The interview call depends on academics, research fit and the score together. The checker below uses a guide range, not an official closing score.

Profile	Score range	Meaning
Strong profile	95 and above	Safer for a shortlist call
Close profile	90 to 94	Possible if research fit is strong
Weak profile	Below 90	Usually needs a stronger test score

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Placements

The programme does not have a normal placement season, but the monthly fellowship is INR 52,000 or INR 6.24 LPA. The full tuition fee is waived for admitted scholars. Most students use the PhD for faculty roles, research roles and policy research.

Metric	Value
Monthly fellowship	INR 52,000
Annual fellowship value	INR 6.24 LPA
Tuition support	100% waiver for admitted scholars
Regular placement season	Not published for PhD

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Scholarships

The biggest aid is the full tuition fee waiver, and the fellowship adds INR 52,000 each month. The start-up grant is INR 80,000 in year 1. Travel support can go up to INR 4.40 Lakhs during the programme.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Tuition fee waiver	Admitted PhD scholars	100% waiver
Monthly fellowship	Admitted PhD scholars in good standing	INR 52,000 a month
Start-up grant	Year 1 PhD scholars	INR 80,000
Travel grant	Approved research travel	Up to INR 4.40 Lakhs

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Ranking

IIMB stands #2 in NIRF Management ranking 2025 and is an Institute of National Importance. NIRF uses data filed by the institute each year. The IIM Act gives IIMB its national institute status.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF Management	2025	#2
IIM Act	2017	Institute of National Importance
Course status	2027	Full-time doctoral degree

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Course Structure

Year 1 and year 2 cover doctoral course work, research methods and area courses. Later years move to the area exam, proposal and thesis work. You work with faculty and help as a research or teaching assistant.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Doctoral courses and research methods
Year 2	Area courses and field preparation
Year 3	Proposal and early thesis work
Year 4 to 5	Thesis writing and research presentations

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Seats and Intake

The latest shared intake note lists 4 Strategy seats. The final number can change by area need. You pick a primary area and may add a second area in the same form.

Item	Detail
Strategy seats	4
Area choices	Up to two areas
Selection route	Shortlist and technical interview

Should you pick PhD Strategy at IIM Bangalore?

This course suits students who want research training in strategy and can spend five years on campus.

Pick it if:

You want an academic career: IIMB trains PhD scholars for faculty and research roles, not a quick campus job.

You need funding while studying: admitted scholars get tuition waiver and INR 52,000 each month as fellowship.

You have a strong research idea: Strategy has no area test, so the technical interview carries more weight.

Your test score is strong: a 95 score range is safer because no fixed cutoff is published.

Skip it if:

You want a fast corporate job: this is a research degree, and PhD students do not join the MBA placement season.

You need sure hostel for all years: IIMB says single hostel rooms depend on availability and policy.

You are weak on research fit: the score alone does not decide the shortlist or the final offer.

You cannot wait till May: offers come in March and registration starts in late May for the intake.

Counsellor's advice

Apply if your research question is clear and your score is strong. If you mainly want an MBA job, skip this course.

PhD Strategy Eligibility▾

Degree needed: Master's degree, PG diploma, professional degree, or four-year bachelor's degree.

Marks needed: 55% in the main degree. SC, ST and PwD need 50%.

Bachelor route: Four-year bachelor's applicants need 6.5 CGPA. SC, ST and PwD need 6.0.

Test needed: CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-CSIR JRF NET or IIMB Test.

PhD Strategy Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the IIMB PhD form and choose Strategy as an area.

Upload scores: Add one accepted test score and send official GMAT or GRE scores if used.

Shortlist step: IIMB checks academics, score, work, research fit and recommendations.

Interview step: Strategy shortlisted students go directly to the technical interview.

Accept offer: Accept by the last date, then join document check and registration.

PhD Strategy Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

2027 Session2028 Session

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.

Over

10 Jul 2026

Application form opens

The form opened on 10 Jul 2026 for the 2027 intake.

Confirmed

25 Oct 2026

IIMB Test 1

Use it only if you chose IIMB Test in the form.

Confirmed

25 Jan 2027

Application form, last date to apply

Submit the completed form by 5 pm IST on 25 Jan 2027.

Confirmed

31 Jan 2027

IIMB Test 2

This is the second IIMB Test score accepted for the intake.

Tentative

25 Feb 2027

Shortlist result notification

Shortlisted students get interview details by email.

Tentative

12 Mar 2027 to 13 Mar 2027

Technical interview selection round

Strategy shortlisted students attend the technical interview at IIMB.

Tentative

20 Mar 2027

Offer notification

Selected students get the admission offer after interviews.

Tentative

26 Mar 2027

Offer acceptance fee, last date

You lose the offer if acceptance is not completed by 26 Mar 2027.

Tentative

May 2027

Document check and registration

Bring original papers before formal registration.

Tentative

May 2027

Classes start

Preparatory work and formal registration start in the last week of May.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Application form opens

Expected from the 2027 pattern for the next intake.

Tentative

Oct 2027

IIMB Test 1

Expected in the same month as the earlier intake.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Application form, last date to apply

Expected in late January, based on the earlier intake.

Tentative

Jan 2028

IIMB Test 2

Expected after the application last date.

Tentative

Feb 2028

Shortlist result notification

Expected about one month after the form closes.

Tentative

Mar 2028

Technical interview selection round

Expected at IIMB for shortlisted Strategy applicants.

Tentative

Mar 2028

Offer notification

Expected after the interview round.

Tentative

Mar 2028

Offer acceptance fee, last date

Expected within one week of offer notice.

Tentative

May 2028

Document check and registration

Expected before the prep work starts.

Tentative

May 2028

Classes start

Expected in the last week of May.

Source: IIMB PhD 2027 admission process. Confirm on the official site before you act.

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Fees 2027

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This is the full 5-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add the IIMB Test fee.

Application fee

One time, application for one area

INR 1,000

Tuition fee after admission

Full course, as published, waived for admitted scholars

INR 0

Add IIMB Test fee

IIMB Test fee

One time, if you choose IIMB Test

INR 1,200

Total course fee

INR 1,000

5 years · application fee, test fee not added

Total course fee

INR 2,200

5 years · application fee + IIMB Test fee

Education loan EMI

INR 17

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

62400%

fellowship INR 6.24 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 37

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

28364%

fellowship INR 6.24 LPA vs the full fee

Source: IIMB PhD admission process and financial support page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a call from IIM Bangalore?

Pick your test type and profile. The cutoff ranges are guide ranges because IIMB does not publish a fixed cutoff.

Test type

CATGMATGREJRF NETIIMB Test

Profile

Research readyNeeds work

CAT · Research ready

95 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

90 to 94: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 90: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

CAT · Needs work

92 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

87 to 91: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 87: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

GMAT · Research ready

94 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

89 to 93: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 89: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

GMAT · Needs work

91 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

86 to 90: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 86: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

GRE · Research ready

93 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

88 to 92: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 88: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

GRE · Needs work

90 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

85 to 89: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 85: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

JRF NET · Research ready

92 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

87 to 91: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 87: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

JRF NET · Needs work

89 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

84 to 88: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 84: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

IIMB Test · Research ready

91 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

86 to 90: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 86: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

IIMB Test · Needs work

88 or above: yes, you have a stronger call chance with a clear research statement.

83 to 87: almost there. Improve the research statement and recommendation quality.

Below 83: not safe. Raise the score or apply after stronger research work.

EDITOR'S NOTE

IIMB does not publish a Strategy cutoff. Treat the score range as a guide, because the final call also reads research fit, marks and interview strength.

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what support applies. Confirm the final amount with IIMB.

IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to IIM Bangalore. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees5 years, no test fee

INR 1,000

application fee

INR 500

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Fellowshipannual value

INR 6.24 LPA

INR 52,000 monthly

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Travel grantresearch travel support

INR 4.40 Lakhs

during PhD

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SeatsStrategy area, latest shared count

Strategy intake note

1 fewer

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1 more

1 fewer

Support yearsmaximum funded years

IIMB support period

Same support

In short

IIM Ahmedabad charges less to apply and gives a bigger travel grant, but IIM Bangalore gives a higher first-year fellowship. If fellowship matters more, keep this page higher.

In short

IIM Calcutta matches the application fee, but the shown fellowship and travel support are lower. If your Strategy fit is stronger at IIM Bangalore, keep this page higher.

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IIM Lucknow matches the application fee but shows fewer Strategy seats and lower support. If you want more funding clarity, keep this page higher.

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ISB Hyderabad shows a higher fellowship and more seats, but the application fee is higher. If you want the IIM research route, keep this page higher.

In short

IIM Kozhikode matches the application fee but shows lower fellowship and fewer seats. If funding is your main need, keep this page higher.

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

FAQs on IIM Bangalore PhD Strategy

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is PhD Strategy at IIM Bangalore worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a research career. The fee shown here is INR 1,000, and admitted scholars get full tuition waiver plus INR 52,000 each month. That support makes the money risk low. Check whether you want five years of research before you apply.

Should I take this course for a corporate strategy job?▾

No, not if your main goal is a quick corporate job. This is a PhD, so it trains you for research, teaching and policy work. The fellowship is INR 6.24 LPA, but there is no normal MBA placement season. Pick it only if research is your main plan.

What job can I get after this PhD?▾

Most students use this degree for faculty jobs, research jobs, think tank work or policy research. IIMB does not publish a normal placement rate for PhD Strategy. The course gives research training and faculty mentoring. Check recent Strategy scholars and faculty areas before you decide.

Should I apply if my test score is near the guide range?▾

Apply only if your research fit is strong. IIMB does not publish a fixed cutoff, and the checker uses 95 as a safer guide range. A lower score can still work if your research statement and marks are strong. Use the checker above, then improve your statement.

Who should pick PhD Strategy at IIM Bangalore?▾

Pick it if you like research on firms, markets and strategic choices. You must be ready for five years of reading, methods and thesis work. The monthly fellowship of INR 52,000 helps with living cost. Speak to possible faculty guides before you apply.

Who should skip this course?▾

Skip it if you want an MBA style placement season or a short course. The PhD is full-time for five years and the final result depends on research output. The application fee is low, but your time cost is high. Choose it only when research is the goal.

Is IIMB Test better than CAT, GRE or GMAT for this course?▾

It depends on your strongest score. Strategy accepts CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-CSIR JRF NET and IIMB Test. IIMB Test adds INR 1,200 to the cost shown in the fee block. Use it if you do not have a stronger valid score ready.

Is the fellowship enough for living in Bengaluru?▾

It can cover basic student living if you plan carefully. The monthly fellowship is INR 52,000, and hostel rooms are subject to availability. IIMB also lists housing subsidy for scholars living outside campus. Check the latest hostel and housing rule before joining.

Can I get hostel for all five years?▾

Do not count on it for all five years. IIMB says single hostel rooms are subject to availability, and hostel support is generally for the first two years before extension checks. If housing is a major worry, ask the PhD office before accepting the offer.

How do I get admission to PhD Strategy?▾

Apply online, choose Strategy, upload one valid accepted test score and submit your research statement. Strategy has no area test after shortlisting. Shortlisted students attend the technical interview. Keep the 25 Jan 2027 last date and the March interview dates in your calendar.

Can I apply to two areas at IIMB?▾

Yes. IIMB allows up to two areas in the PhD form, and the fee for two areas is higher than the one-area fee shown here. Put Strategy first only if your research statement fits Strategy faculty work. A weak second-area fit will not help much.

Will I pay tuition after admission?▾

No, admitted PhD scholars get a full tuition fee waiver. The fee block shows INR 1,000 as the application fee and adds INR 1,200 only if you choose IIMB Test. Confirm the latest financial support page before payment, because fee rules can change.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 29, 2026

IIM Bangalore: 13 Answered Questions

What are the best courses to take in IIM Bangalore?

Aditya SrivastavStudied at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

IIM Bangalore offers a variety of courses to cater to the needs of all its students.

The ones I found most useful are-

Consumer Behaviour by Prof. S. Ramesh Kumar- This is the best course according to me, irrespective of the subjects of your interest. This topic is important for every business in the world.

Brand Management by Prof. YLR Moorthy

General Commercial Knowledge by Prof. Shankar Subramoney- This course is all about the most essential laws and contractual agreements.

Apart from this, here are some professors whose style of teaching and depth of knowledge is unparalleled-

Prof. Dinesh Kumar

Prof. Anshuman Tripathy

HR by Prof. Vasanthi

Prof. Mulky

Research a bit on these courses, and find some information on the above listed professors.

How good is the IIM Bangalore Business Analytics Program?

Khrisnandu SahooIIM Bangalore (2019)

IIM Bangalore belongs to the holy trinity of MBA colleges in India, i.e., IIM A,B,C. PGDBA is meant for people interested in the field of Business Analytics or Data Science. It is also a good option for working professionals who wish to progress in their Business Analytics career.

The curriculum is designed to make the students understand important concepts related to Data Science and Technology, and their role in Business Management. All the PGDBA candidates at IIM Bangalore are eligible for placements and summer internships.

The demand for Business Analytics is only growing, and IIM Bangalore is the best brand to learn such a high demand course.

What is the difference if I choose FMS (Delhi), JBIMS (Mumbai) or SJSOM-IIT Bombay over IIM-B, SPJIMR and other such institutes that charge hefty for MBA courses?

Advait JoshiLives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Choosing a B-school can be a tricky decision especially when it comes to ROI. I understand that ROI is one of the most important factors when it comes to MBA courses since funding your education with loans come with its own set of challenges. But the institutes that you have mentioned above certainly surpass the challenges since they belong to the tier 1 category.

You might come across articles and blogs stating that FMS or JBIMS do not provide a typical MBA environment but for me, that discussion does not even make sense. What is an MBA environment after all? You spent 2 years of your life at the campus and wish to land a good job. FMS, JBIMS, and IIT Bombay all three have good market reputations, they home the best candidates and charge minimal fees. So, if ROI is even a little bit of a concern for you, go for these colleges without any second thought or regret.

What would you prefer from IIM-A, B, C, and XLRI Jamshedpur for management courses?

Bidita GhoseLives in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

All four are the best, most renowned, highly established business schools in the country. Though to be a part of one of them will be dependent on various factors

Order of choice (highest to lowest)

Peer group: All of them give you a network of the sharpest and brightest minds, so all in the same boat.
Culture: IIM C, XLRI, IIM B & A tie at the same spot (personal opinion completely).
Location: Depends from person to person, so this is a ranking you'll have to do for yourself.
Specialization: Depends on what specialization you're looking for. IIM Ahmedabad gives you the best for Consulting, IIM Calcutta for finance.
Gut feeling: This is again, very personal, depending on what your dream college was when you started out.
Other criteria like packages, internships, fees, etc. won't be a differentiation in these because all of them would give you very similar job profiles, and CTC and have marginally different fees.

Ultimately, the institution that you choose should align with your career goals and aspirations. It's important to research and compare each institution carefully before making a decision.

Is it worth doing an E MBA from IIM Bangalore? I work as SSE. I make around 50 lakhs per annum, age 32 and I have a B Com.

Arshit JainKnow a few things about MBA

If you measure the worth of a degree by its salary, you will never be satisfied, and I recommend that you do not pursue an MBA. Money is only one of many factors to consider before beginning an MBA program. The salary you have is something that most people do not get even after an MBA/Executive MBA; average salary packages range between Rs. 22 and Rs. 25 lakhs. You are already earning twice as much.

If you want to advance your knowledge of business/strategy/finance/organizational behavior and advance to a higher position where you can have a significant impact, an MBA is unquestionably a good option. However, there is no guarantee that you will earn more than 50 lakhs after completing your EMBA. Go for it if you want to learn and are willing to take a pay cut after your MBA. Don't do it if you're only in it for the money. You could invest in the stock market and watch your money double over time. MBA does not magically transform 50 lakhs into 1 crore.

How can you compare ISB’s CBA vs IIM Bangalore’s BAI courses?

Gopi Krishna GoyalStudied at Indian School of Business

Both ISB’s CBA and IIM Bangalore’s BAI are vastly different from one another. The following are some of the advantages and disadvantages of both. CBA at ISB:

Pros:

Global Faculty and a very good campus are available to CBA students for the entire year, just like PGP students.
Very good networking opportunity with 100+ batch as you live on campus with them sharing food, time, and fun.
As the 5th batch of CBA graduates, the alumni base is strong.
Except for tutorials, the teaching method is primarily offline.
Prof Shailesh, Prof Sarang Deo, Prof Arun, and Prof Sudhir Voleti are some of the best faculty in the market.
ISB Brand Value because ISB promotes this course as a full-time option.

Cons:

One of the main factors is the high cost.
They should raise prices slightly and offer more career opportunities.

IIM B or L:

Pros:

Global Faculty and Excellent Peers
IIM Brand Worth.
More suitable for working people is the online method.
In comparison to ISB, the fees are minor.

Cons:

You are not permitted to stay on campus, which limits your opportunities to network with your peers.
Although IIM promotes this as an executive course, it is more appropriate to take it offline because concepts are difficult to grasp online.

How good is P3M course in IIM Bangalore?

Ankit JhawarMBA from Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (Graduated 2020)

PPPM or Project Program & Portfolio Management is an excellent short-duration course offered by IIM Bangalore. This executive education program selects only 20 candidates each term. The course is for

Candidates with work experience
Candidates currently in middle management to senior management roles.

The program comprises faculty dinners, case study discussions, case study analyses, discussions about real-life management issues, group presentations, and other problem-solving discussions.

The faculty for this program is extremely supportive and helps you throughout the course.

How do students at IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta choose their elective courses? Is there any system?

Saloni KaushikB.Tech Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar (2017)

For elective course selection, IIMs usually have a course bidding system. Every student receives 1000 points and has to choose 6 courses. The institutes organize a bidding day. At the scheduled time, everyone needs to login into the system and starts bidding. Each course takes a maximum of around 75 students. On average 200-300 students bid on popular courses such as Finance, Marketing, Strategy, etc. It isn’t wise to use all the bid points on one/two courses. As there are many options to choose from, students usually get a course of their preference.

How should one prepare for the aptitude test conducted at IIM Bangalore for its Big Data Analytics course?

Prdipta SikderStudied at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

For the aptitude test of IIM Bangalore Big Data Analytics course, you should study basic Quantitative Techniques, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, fundamental Statistics, and Python. The questions asked in the test revolve around these areas.

Here is a brief highlight of the test.

Total no of question	30
Time required to complete	60 min
Time assigned	1.5 hours
Marking scheme	Correct answer - 1 mark, no negative marking

The difficulty level of the examination is easy to moderate.

What interview questions can be asked for the selection of the IIM-Bangalore Business Analytics and Intelligence (BAI) course?

Shashank Raostudied at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (2019)

The interview questions for IIM Bangalore Business Analytics revolves around candidate profile. You can expect questions regarding past academics, and work experience. Students are also asked some general questions such as why this course.

Additionally, students are given a case study. You will have to give a solution and explain your approach.

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