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With an 88% in 12th, can a GEM get a call from IIM Kozhikode?
The simple eligibility criteria for IIM Kozhikode is:
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CAT- 75%
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12th marks- 20%
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Academic diversity-5%
So anything above 98.8 will get you an interview call from IIM Kozhikode.
What is the 'Fox Incident' at IIM Kozhikode?
One of my seniors I have been in contact with for some time has told me that he does not remember anything about a ‘fox incident’ but he remembers about a fox family on campus during his tenure as an IIM student. He remembers seeing mother and cubs quite a few times.
Stray dogs in and around the campus have also attacked people in the past. Usually, they attacked people because something or the other irked them since they do not usually attack without reason. A sudden movement from the people must have provoked such attacks from the dogs.
The campus is located on two hillocks, with a lot of greenery. Owing to its location, you can get to see many animals. There were Foxs, Monitor Lizards, and Malabar Gliding Fogs, etc.
In past, there were rumors of fox attacks. Though it was not certain if it was fox or wild dogs. Many theories were speculated around them. The institute finally called a dog cathing service and removed the animals from the campus. There were many debates regarding the issue.
Which school is better, MDI Gurgaon or IIM K, if I want to be an equity research analyst?
If you go to the official website and compare the placement reports, MDI Gurgaon fares better than IIM Kozhikode. Let’s have a look at the placement statistics of the 2 B Schools.
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Particulars |
MDI |
IIM Kozhikode |
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Number of Recruiters |
87 |
116 |
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Highest CTC |
INR 1.14 CPA |
INR 61.5 LPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 26.65 LPA |
INR 29.5 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Microsoft, Google, HCL, Adobe |
Accenture, Amazon, Microsoft |
The best finance companies that offer roles like Equity Research Analyst roles, and Securities analysis visit both the B Schools. But the higher number of companies visiting MDI Gurgaon gives it a slight advantage over IIM Kozhikode. Yet I think both MDI Gurgaon and IIM-K are almost equal in terms of giving you the opportunity of getting an Equity Research Analyst role. If I was in your place I would have chosen MDI Gurgaon because of the following factors
- Location
- Infrastructure
- The industry-academia relationship
- Live Projects
- Guest Lectures
- Corporate Talks
- Peer learning
What should I choose between IIM K and FMS Delhi?
FMS Delhi any day. It has the best RoI (Return on Investment) in all MBA colleges in India. Moreover, the placements are gold.
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IIM Kashipur |
FMS Delhi |
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Highest Package |
INR 37 LPA |
INR 1.23 Crore |
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Average Package |
INR 18.11 LPA |
INR 34.1 LPA |
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Fees |
INR 17.46 LPA |
INR 1.92 Lakhs |
FMS Delhi Placements 2023 has been concluded. A total of 269 students participated. FMS Delhi highest package stood at INR 1.23 CPA whereas the average package stood at INR 34.1 LPA and the median package stood at INR 31 LPA. 97% offers were made above INR 20 LPA. A total of 27% students were placed in the Consulting Sector and there was a 19% Increase in the number of students placed in the BFSI Sector as compared to the last year. You should definitely go for IIM Kashipur.
Why should I choose IIMK over IIMI?
My brother was confused about the same. He later decided to go for IIM Kozhikode. Some reasons that helped him take this decision are
- Smaller Batch-size: IIM Kozhikode has a smaller batch size (475 students) in comparison to IIM Indore (572 students). The reason for it being the IPM program merging with the PGP Program. The placements are affected and the larger the batch size the fewer opportunities you will get.
- Lower fees: The fees of IIM Kozhikode are a bit lower ( INR 20,50,000) than IIM Indore (INR 21,14,222). So with almost the same curriculum and opportunities a lower fee is better.
- Location: Kerala is God's own country. You will not regret stepping into the serene campus of IIM Kozhikode. Moreover, you can explore Southern India which is filled with natural beauty.
- New culture: The culture of South India is very different from that of Central and Northern India. So you get to learn new things and traditions.
Apart from these differences, both IIM Kozhikode and IIM Indore are similar with respect to their status, faculty experience, Alumni network, equality and diversity of students, and foreign exchange opportunities.
What am I missing out on joining IIM Kozhikode over IIM A B C ? How is it gonna affect me in the long run?
The average package you'll accept is determined by your own efforts. When compared to ABC, the level of competition will be slightly lower throughout.
More importantly, IIM-K is known for its greenery rather than its competitive academics, which is unfortunate but does not imply that people are not intelligent. When compared to IIM- ABC, the level of library facilities is lower.
It's good that you have AMBA accreditation and some other important accreditation for a B-school.
When compared to the top three IIMs, the level of teaching and research would be comparable or slightly lower. Although admission to IIM-K is not easy, your talent is appreciated. There will be numerous opportunities for you to reinvent yourself.
What should I choose, IIM Kozhikode or XLRI HRM?
Choosing one between IIM Kozhikode and XLRI HRM depends on the specialization you are inclined towards. If you want to get a general specialization and want the much coveted IIM tag, then go for IIM Kozhikode but if you are certain of your inclination towards HRM and want to pursue a career in the same, trust me XLRI is the best choice for you. It is second only to the top IIMs and FMS. Here is a comparative analysis of the two institutes.
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Particulars |
IIM Kozhikode |
XLRI HRM |
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NIRF MBA Ranking |
3 out of 125 |
9 out of 125 |
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Average CTC |
INR 31.02 LPA |
INR 32.7 LPA |
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Highest Package |
INR 67.02 LPA |
INR 1.1 CPA |
How is the FPM in Finance at IIM Indore, Lucknow, Kozhikode?
The FPM or the Fellow Program in Management is a full-time, residential, fully financially supported doctoral program of the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode.
One of my friends joined IIM Kozhikode for research under financial accounting and control. According to her, the first year is full of rigor and a rigid curriculum. The FPM students share the curriculum with MBA students in the first year along with 3 FPM courses. The shared curriculum enables them to get in insight into various aspects of Management.
Like the first year, the second to has 3 semesters of 3 months each. This year comprises core FOm courses that give a depth understanding of methodologies and various econometric tools.
One major drawback my friend faced was the improper ratio between the number of courses and their period of study. The second year has 7 courses in each term which imply 12 days per subject which is insufficient. If we consider the 30 hours of classes per course, it means we attend classes for 210 hrs ( appr 8 days).
So IIM Kozhikode no doubt offers top-notch facilities and resources but you will have to prepare yourself to physically and mentally tire yourself to avail of them. FPM is an excellent course for research aspirants and not for casual learners.
How is the food and hostel facility at IIM Kozhikode?
Having taught at multiple Indian management colleges in the past, I can say for sure that IIM Kozhikode has some of the most well maintained hostel rooms. ISB is at par with IIM Kozhikode in this respect.
The hostel rooms at Kozhikode have balconies with a nice view. The surroundings are clean and green. The washrooms, even the common ones, are in great condition. The newer hostels offer rooms with attached washrooms. The rooms are cleaned every day, and the furniture is in good shape.
The mess offers decent food with limited options. After a while, the mess food becomes monotonous and boring. But eateries are easily available outside the campus. The hostels have a night canteen facility which offers convenient access to snacks at late hours.
IIM Kozhikode offers good food and hostel facilities, so you need not worry in this regard.
Which is better, IIM Kozhikode or IIM Udaipur?
It is true that, at the moment, IIM Kozhikode is regarded as being a more powerful institution than IIM Udaipur. This is most likely due to the fact that IIM Kozhikode has been in operation for a longer period of time and has had more time to build its reputation and resources. However, it is important to note that this comparison is not entirely fair because IIM Udaipur is a relatively new institution with less time to develop than IIM Kozhikode.
In the long run, things could change and IIM Udaipur could eventually compete with IIM Kozhikode on a level playing field. This would almost certainly necessitate IIM Udaipur continuing to invest in its resources and reputation, while also ensuring that IIM Kozhikode does not continue to outpace it. Furthermore, it would necessitate IIM Kozhikode to slip from its position of relative strength, which is not guaranteed.
It is important to note that when comparing institutions, it is important to consider more than just their reputation or past performance. Other factors to consider include location, campus culture, industry connections, and the quality of faculty and students. Finally, it is up to each student to determine which institution is the best fit for them.
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