Remarks :
IIM Shillong is one of the top 7 IIMs in the country, a part of the famed BLACKIS. It is also known by the names of Campus in Clouds and 7th Heaven. The admission process starts with appearing in CAT and is followed by Case Discussion and Personal Interview. Right after the CAT exam results are announced shortlists are released and the process gets underway and results are announced by the end of April. For an interaction intense course like MBA, the peers that you interact with forms the crux of your personal development journey, and IIM Shillong is famous for its diversity. The insights that you gain while interacting with the best in trade from different domains will help you in becoming a better version of yourself. One of the major USP of the institute is the pedigree of pedagogy. The faculty composition is a decent mix of experience and young minds which always invigorates your mind to think on a level that is deeper than you thought was possible.
Course Curriculum Overview :
The course structure is a decent mix of the traditional MBA and the modern industry practices with the special focus on sustainability acting as a cherry on top. The institute has some of the most renowned names as faculties and a free-flowing method of transferring knowledge and a healthy faculty to student ratio. We at IIM Shillong call the faculties as facilitators, as they are more like the guide who gives you the right direction and a solid base upon which you can build the castle that you gave your blood sweat, and tears. Being a management institute the curriculum and exams are very well managed and are always conducted on time. Deadlines are sacrosanct at IIM Shillong. The level of curriculum and exams will prepare you for your future journey as a professional and will make you well versed with all the nuances that you will need to succeed there.
Internships Opportunities :
One of the most important things in an MBA is the summer internship, as it offers the chance to apply your theoretical learning in the field for a duration of 2 months and gauge yourself. IIM Shillong gives you a chance to get your internship with some of the heavyweights of the industry. Almost all major companies come on campus for all prominent roles and offer stellar stipends. The highest stipend for summer internships was 3 Lac for 2 months. Name a few major companies that participate in the summer process are ABG, ITC, AB InBev, DE Shaw, Delloite, Bain, BCG, etc. The projects mainly depend on your skills and interests and will help you get valuable industry experience under your belt. The projects will interesting, will keep you engaged, and will be related to real-world problems helping you to implement and test your knowledge.
Placement Experience :
IIM Shillong for years has posted some staggering numbers during the placement season and has certainly lived up to its name. The highest package for the 2020 batch was 48.5LPA with an average of 18.76 LPA. 100% of students were placed in finals as well as internships. the highest stipend for summer internships was 3 Lacs for 2 months. A majority of the students got placed in the Consulting and Marketing domain for top recruiters like ITC, ABG, Delloite, etc with a considerable number also placed in heavyweights like DE Shaw, Goldman Sachs, Nomura for Finance related roles. As soon as the curriculum starts the activities, competitions and senior interactions start preparing you for the summer internships. The seniors play a key role here, acting as mentors and conducting various sessions to make get up to speed with various nuances of the placement process. You can also get a research project under a faculty if you plan to go for Ph.D. after your MBA.
Loan/ Scholarship Provisions :
The cost to study MBA from a top college in the country is surely going to be a bit on the higher side. With the total cost coming to be in the range of 10LPA.The fee structure is term-wise payment and all the leading banks are willing to provide education loans with a simplified rate and special rates of interest. The value derived from the fee paid will be way more than the fee. The Institute also provides need-based financial assistance to the students so that money is not a hurdle on the path towards your dreams.
Campus Life :
The campus is strategically located. In leisure time you can see the students on the campus engage in different types of sports. The campus has all state of the art facilities that one will need, high-speed internet, entertainment, sports, knowledge center are there to name a few. Among outdoor sports, students mostly play football, cricket and basketball. Right now we are in the Mayurbhanj complex which is majestic and is to die for during the cherry blossom season. We would be shifting to a new campus pretty soon and that will be an upgrade over the current infrastructure and amenities. There will be plenty of activities organized by all the student bodies, they will keep you engaged and will help you develop all facets of your personality.
Hostel Facilities :
MBA is a fully residential program and there is no concept of day scholar here. Hence, the hostel fee is included in the overall fee structure. Shillong being a cold place a lot of facilities are needed for a comfortable stay in the hostel and they are provided by the college. A room heater, water geyser, mattress, bed, study table, and light fittings. All the rooms have high-speed internet outlets and the comfort of students is the top priority for the hostel wardens, they will be available to solve any issue even at midnight. The mess food is prepared with full hygiene and the diet schedule is planned to provide students a balanced diet. The menu is also a healthy mix of the famous dishes from all over India so that no student misses their home. The hostel staff is also very friendly and is willing to accommodate special requests by the students.
Interview Experience :
The admission process includes a Case Discussion and Personal Interview. In the online process usually, there is no case discussion. Under normal circumstances, one can expect the discussion topic to be based on the current affairs that can have a major impact in the business world. A good example of this will be the four day work week. As the interviews happen right after the union budget, it is advised to have an overview of the major points of the budget. The interview is quite detailed, with it majorly divided into three parts: 1. HR part: Basic questions about your goals and career path will be asked, with a special focus on the famed "Why MBA?" question and hobbies. 2. The current affairs part: Be prepared to face questions about the state/city to which you belong, and other major trivia like noble winners or major policy changes. 3. The Academics/work ex part: Here you need to brush up on your undergrad subjects and if you have workex the nuances of the job should be on your tips.
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