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I got a very low percentile in the CAT exam but still I got a call from IIM Jammu. Is it a good opportunity or a waste of time?
Getting a call from any IIM is never a waste of time. Once you're invited, don't worry about whether you'll get in or not, just do your best. Focus on preparing for the interview. If you're accepted, look into the fees and the job opportunities (IIM Jammu Highest & Average Package for batch 2023 was recorded at INR 64 LPA and INR 16.50 LPA respectively). If you're happy with what you find, it's a good chance. If not, it's not worth your time.
However, the decision is up to you. IIM Jammu is one of the new IIM but if you do well there, you could land a High-paying Job, possibly over 15-20 LPA, and save a year. On the other hand, if you think you can do even better in the CAT exam next year, aim for the older IIMs.
Is it advisable to go for a new IIM like IIM Jammu and do MBA? It is being mentored by IIM Lucknow so will placement be also mentored by them?
IIM Lucknow mentors IIM Jammu with respect to faculty, curriculum and pedagogy. IIM Jammu and IIM Lucknow have almost the same teachers, barring a few. Moreover, the pedagogy and curriculum of both these colleges is the same. But IIM Lucknow does not extend its mentorship in case of IIM Jammu placements.
The crowd of new IIMs is really good. The students from IIM Jammu are tough opponents for IIM A B C students in various competitions. IIM Jammu has a student exchange program that offers meritorious students to complete a trimester at a European university. The placements of IIM Jammu are equal to other baby IIMs.
IIM Jammu carries the prestigious ‘IIM’ tag which has a high value in the industry. I would recommend you join IIM Jammu for your MBA.
Is it advisable to go for new IIM like IIM Jammu and do MBA? It is being mentored by IIM Lucknow so will placement be also mentored by them?
IIM Lucknow does mentor IIM Jammu. But this mentorship extends only to the faculty, curriculum, and pedagogy of IIM Jammu. Most of the faculty of IIM Jammu and IIM Lucknow are the same. Also, the pedagogy and curriculum of both these colleges is the same. But IIM Lucknow does not look after the placements of IIM Jammu in any way.
It isn't correct to assume that the students of new IIMs aren’t as good as those of the old ones. The students of IIM Jammu have won several competitions. They are strong competitors for IIM A and B students.
Apart from this, IIM Jammu has a Student Exchange Program. It allows deserving students to complete a trimester at a European college. The placements of Jammu are on par with other baby IIMs. But you won’t get the same placements as the older IIMs. Finally, IIM Jammu carries the prestigious ‘IIM’ tag, which holds a lot of value in the industry.
The choice is completely yours, but I would personally recommend IIM Jammu for an MBA.
Which IIM is better considering all the factors IIM Bodhgaya or IIM Jammu?
You should choose IIM Bodhgaya between these two. Since IIM Calcutta is the mentor institute, you will be taught by the faculties of IIM C. The placements of IIM Bodhgaya are also managed by IIM Calcutta, so you can expect good placement offers. The batch of 2022 students received an average CTC of INR 12.36 LPA.
Is it safe joining IIM Jammu unlike NIT Srinagar?
Yes, IIM Jammu is safe for students. There are various reasons for making IIM Jammu a safe campus for learning:
- Location: IIM Jammu is located on Canal Road Nawabad, Cantonment, Jammu, Jammu, and Kashmir. It is just 4.8 km away from Jammu Tawi railway station. Being located in the heart of Jammu city there is no fear, no threat, no militancy, no strikes, and no tension of bomb blast. You can get good coaching, a good atmosphere, and good and pleasant weather.
- Secured campus: The security staff continuously monitor through the surveillance system. They responsibly supervise patrolling around the campus to prevent and detect signs of intrusions and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Secured accommodation for students: The hostels at IIM Jammu are fully secured blocks with armed guards and no one is allowed to enter without proper verification.
So it can be concluded that IIM Jammu is a safe campus. The institution has implemented several measures to ensure the safety and security of its students, faculty, and staff. Students can focus on their studies and extracurricular activities without worrying about their safety.
How good is IIM Jammu when compared to other non IIM B-schools?
There are plenty of non-IIM business schools. The new IIMs are a better choice than most of them, simply because of the ‘IIM’ tag. ISB, JBIMS, XLRI, FMS, S.P.Jain and MDI are some of the handful of top business schools that are non IIMs. They stand above new IIMs.
As for the baby IIMs like IIM Jammu, consider them only if you can't get into a more renowned business school. These are very newly built IIMs. But by joining them, you can become a part of their progress journey. This is a great learning experience in itself. Plus, the baby IIMs are also mentored by the old and highly reputed IIMs.
If you feel that you have a very rich profile or your CAT scores can improve, sit for CAT again the following year.
How is IIM Jammu in terms of exposure and placements?
IIM Jammu is better than other baby IIMs and private b schools (except the top ones). Its location is better than other baby IIMs as Jammu is a much larger city. IIM Lucknow shares its faculty with IIM Jammu. So the education of IIM Jammu is top class. Moreover, Jammu is not very far away from Delhi. This is helpful from a placement point of view. Reputed brands find it easier to access the IIM Jammu campus.
Last year, the placements concluded at 100% for MBA students. 126 recruiters visited the campus in total, and 246 offers were made. The highest CTC was 64 LPA and the average was 16.50 LPA. The major recruiting domains were Sales & Marketing, and General Management. The highest recruitments sector-wise were in BFSI, IT, and Analytics. Aditya Birla Group, Cognizant, ICICI Bank, and Adani are some of the major recruiters for last year.
What will be the future prospects after an IPM in IIM Jammu?
The future prospects for an IIM Jammu pass-out who has pursued IPM or the Integrated Program in Management are similar to the prospects of any IIM pass-out. This is because IIM is a brand image and the age of the institute does not matter much. What matters is your willingness to pursue a management career.
IIM Jammu launched its 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) in 2021 and this will be the third batch that will get admission in 2023. As of now, no batch has passed out yet so it’s difficult to ascertain its worth. But for reference, I have tabulated the stats for PGP students
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Particulars |
Statistics |
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Number of participants |
217 |
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Number of offers |
222 |
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Highest Package |
INR 32 LPA |
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Average Package |
INR 13.53 LPA |
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Median Package |
INR 11.4 LPA |
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Number of Companies visited |
119 |
As you can see a decent placement record is witnessed here and many major companies like Accenture and Amazon visit the campus.
Some facts about the IPM course here are
- There is a mandatory credit course on “Happiness” during the 1st year of the program.
- certificates of qualification are provided after every year of completion.
- They will also provide physical books unlike IIM Rohtak.
- There is a boot camp at the end of 1st year in Ladakh.
So we can say that the IPM course is not yet properly established but will definitely be in a few years.
Is IPM program of IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya worth it?
Yes, the IPM program of IIM Jammu and Bodh Gaya is definitely worth it. The points below will further justify its worth
- Investing in a new institute like IIM Jammu and Bodh Gaya provides long-term benefits that you will be able to avail yourself a few years from now.
- Being an IIM, the faculty pool is definitely the best
- The curriculum is well structured and renders enough exposure.
- The summer internship and projects also play a major role in grooming students
- The crowd comprises people from various walks of life and hence better peer learning experience
So joining the IPM program at IIM Bodh Gaya is worth it and will reap you benefits after some years.
Should I take admission to IIM Jammu? I have done my engineering at an average private college, so the IIM tag is a big thing for me.
If you need to enroll this year or your profile is such that getting calls from top B schools will be difficult, consider IIM Jammu. If the above is not true, you should consider taking the CAT 2022 exam.
The professors are extremely helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching is of high quality. The course curriculum is industry-relevant. The course's and department's infrastructure and facilities are excellent. Placements at IIM Jammu are extremely good, with almost every student selected for either summer internships or final placements. ICICI Bank, HDFC, SIDBI, Motilal Oswal, OYO, Myntra, Jindal Steel, HCL, FIS, Schindler, VLCC, and other companies visit the campus.
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