GetMyUni's Verdict on IIM Bangalore

Pratiki Patra

“Paving the way forward for new age education methodology, IIM Bangalore has stood the testament of time. It has pioneered not only academia but also research and entrepreneurship.”

No one needs an introduction to IIM, Bangalore. With an awe-inspiring architecture that has been the backdrop for many famous films, it has stood the test of time. Everyone who aspires to make a career in management dreams of joining the college. Even if one doesn’t dream of a management career, one would still yearn to walk down the hallowed paths of the institution.

IIM Bangalore is one of the acronyms of the famed IIM ABC, in which the institution is represented with the letter B. It is a mecca for anyone starting to be in a consultant or management career. No other educational institution can equal IIM B in terms of academic excellence, learning environment, and placements. Perhaps only its IIM counterparts, Ahmedabad and Calcutta, match up to it.

Table of Contents

• A Legacy of Academic Prominence
• Crème de la Crème Faculties
• Innovative Project Centres
• Distinct Infrastructure
• Plush Student Accommodation
• Steep Course Fees
• Outstanding Placements
• Exciting Initiatives
• Vastly Inclusive and Diverse Campus
• A Cultural Jubilee
• What is IIM Bangalore Famous for?
• How to Get into the Coveted IIM Bangalore?

A Legacy of Academic Prominence

Since its inception in 1973, IIM Bangalore has left an imprint of 50 years of academic excellence. It has also revolutionized many areas of teaching and introduced new techniques.

For its Diploma granting programme it offers Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy and Management. It is designed for policymakers and administrators to make a stronghold in their efficiency and leadership skills. The alumni of this course have held esteemed positions in CBI, SEBI, UN, TRAI, and more. IIM Bangalore also offers its flagship Executive Education. These are short or long-term courses designed primarily for working professionals. 

IIM Bangalore publishes a quarterly journal called IIMB Management Review (IMR). IMR is a peer-reviewed journal that provides insights to management practitioners, researchers, and academicians. It invites research findings to be published, provided they meet the set criteria.

There are more than 109 faculties, approximately 1200 students in various degree-granting programmes, and about 5000 annual participants in Executive Education.

IIM Bangalore offers a wide range of electives to choose from. The most offered by any B school in India. This step is taken to motivate students to think out of the box. The students regularly participate in case studies and live projects for interactive teaching and learning sessions. 

IIM Bangalore runs a student exchange programme. In this, the institution has collaborated with various global B schools so that IIMB students can visit other universities' campuses for a semester and inculcate new learnings.

Read More: IIM Bangalore Courses

Crème de la Crème Faculties

It would be an understatement to say that the faculties at IIM, Bangalore, are excellent. The fact is that they have set a benchmark in the industry themselves. Many of the faculties have developed theories, management models, simulations, etc., that are now used globally by corporate giants and governments to deduce data. They have published their papers in renowned international and national journals. 

The faculties dedicate themselves to training and teaching the students with utmost efficiency and developing rigorous teaching methods that would excite the students. They ensure that the classes are interactive and that students are open to receiving and communicating ideas without any barriers. 

A unique feature of IIM Bangalore is that it continuously conducts research to develop new programs that align with the current world scenario. Innovation and research form the core of the institution that is marked on the global map.  

IIM Bangalore greatly emphasizes employing female faculties. In the ongoing year, 22 permanent faculty members and 7 adjuncts are women.

Innovative Project Centres

IIM Bangalore has created Centres for Excellence. A hub where the faculties actively participate in research projects in collaboration with various industries and government.

The centres at the institution are:

• Centre for Capital Markets and Risk Management
• Centre for Corporate Governance and Sustainability
• Centre for Management Communication
• Centre for Public Policy
• Centre for Software and Information Technology Management
• Centre for Supply Chain Management
• Centre for Teaching and Learning
• Mizuho India Japan Study Centre
• Israel Centre
• NSRCEL

Key Focus Areas

IIM Bangalore has made impacts in various arenas. It provides complete 360 support and focus to students on the following areas:

• Decision Sciences
• Entrepreneurship
• Economics
• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing
• Information System
• Management Communication
• Public Policy
• Strategy
• Production and Operations Management
• Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management

A Universal Collaboration

IIM Bangalore is reputed to collaborate with renowned institutions and corporations worldwide. In the past, it has joined hands with over 90 educational institutions and corporations from 30 countries.

Some of the notable collaborations are given below:

• McGill and Lancaster University, UK
• Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI)
• Global Network for Advanced Management
• Toulouse Business School, France
• Association of Management Development Institutions in
• South Asia (AMDISA)
• Goldman Sachs
• Infineon
• FAU and Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits in Germany
• Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Distinct Infrastructure

For an institution that globally ranks among the top B schools, the infrastructure of IIM Bangalore matches its academic prowess. The campus was designed by the legendary Indian architect B V Doshi. The entire campus has been envisioned in stone works.

The campus is spread across 100 acres, and the main complex is housed in 54,000 square meters. The campus is shrouded in lush greenery, interplaying with light and shadows. The campus represents a self-sufficient small township. It has all the facilities required in a student and its staff and faculty's daily routine. 

IIM Bangalore library has a world of its own. Spread across 4 floors and 55,000 square feet it is housed in a building independently. It is automated and digitized and can be accessed 24X7. The library membership can also be availed by outsiders. 

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Plush Student Accommodation

A key feature of IIM Bangalore is its expansive hostel facilities. The hostel facilities are provided for both boys and girls. However, there are no restrictions on visiting either of the hostels. The student accommodation is housed in 16 blocks. Each room is equipped with the following amenities:

• Bed
• Study table and chairs
• Recreation room
• Medical Facilities
• Library
• 24X7 Internet Connection
• Cupboard
• Mattress
• Shoe Rack
• Whiteboard
• Study Light
• Curtains
• Mirror
• Bookshelf

Since the hostels are located inside the campus, the students can also utilize other on-campus facilities and services.

The following room types and charges are available for the students:

Steep Course Fees

The course fees are expensive, given that IIM Bangalore is a government college. Yet, the unparalleled college reputation, facilities, and placements ultimately equal the students' investment. A student loan is readily available since it is a prestigious institution, and placements are guaranteed. Hence, students are okay with investing in their education, given their return on investment.

Read More: IIM Bangalore Fees Structure

Outstanding Placements

Placements at IIM Bangalore is one of the most awaited events. The importance is so much so that the national newspapers cover the placements almost every year. The end result of the placements is a marker of the value and demand of the management students or professionals in the country. 

The students are specially guided and mentored by professors and industry professionals alike before the placements. However, the mentorship is not restricted to placements. Upon stepping inside the college, the students are given training sessions and individual guidance in every part of their academic life.

To quantify the placements, here’s the latest 2023 placement report for IIM Bangalore.

Top Recruiters for PGP and PGPBA Summer Placements

Flexible Placement Opportunities

A vital aspect of IIM Bangalore placements is the flexibility that a student gets upon graduation. Students can postpone their current year placement for up to 3 years. This flexibility stimulates the students to embark on an entrepreneurial journey. They can return and sit for placements after two to three years by contacting the Office of Career Development Services (CDS). This is a good initiative that other institutions can also take a cue from.

Exciting Initiatives

Over the years, IIM Bangalore has ushered new initiatives to bring fresh insights into different areas. The initiatives have demonstrated their potential time and again. Some of the initiatives are:

• Behavioral Sciences Lab 
• Real Estate Research Initiative
• Data Centre and Analytics Lab
• Consumer Insights

Entrepreneurship and Incubation Hub

IIM Bangalore has been helping entrepreneurs realize their dreams through its NSRCEL centre. The centre has incubated more than 576 ventures in various stages and industries. It helps the ventures regarding partnerships, customer acquisition, and funding. More than 1,66,500 entrepreneurs are currently engaged with it and have created more than 9590 jobs. In Pre covid, the NSRCEL was valued at 1 billion.

Vastly Inclusive and Diverse Campus

IIM Bangalore makes effective rules and actively sees into it to make the campus as diverse as possible. A committee has been formed with the following perspective:

• For disability services
•  NSR-Predoc Programme
• To improve social diversity
• To provide counseling services

IIM Bangalore has been instrumental in employing women in different decision-making positions, whether it's faculty or staff. It strives to be an anti-ragging and sexual harassment-free campus. It has strict policies to take stringent and quick actions against the perpetrators. 

IIM Bangalore has collaborated with over 90 institutions across more than 30 countries. It has exchange students from these institutions on campus. As a result, a unique environment can be witnessed inside the campus. 

A Cultural Jubilee

Every year, the students of IIM Bangalore host Unmaad, the annual college festival. It is a popular college fete where students across the country participate. It is a three-day festival where everyone lets loose and enjoys the gala of events. It hosts EDM nights, arts and crafts competitions, events, musical performances, and sessions with eminent personalities. 

During Unmaad, the college is adorned with lively art and decorative pieces. It is an experience that the students await. Core committees for the fest are formed months in advance to start preparing for it and making it a successful event.

IIM Bangalore has a unique campus ecosystem. The administration has not imposed any strict rules or dress code/ uniform. Thereby letting the students spread their wings and take charge of themselves. Students at the campus feel safe and secure inside the campus with comfort being at its core.

Celebrated Alumni

Each day, the alumni of IIM Bangalore can be seen making a mark around the corners of the world. With each graduating batch, the list of alums keeps ever increasing. They have made significant contributions to different sectors. They also give back to their alma mater and have routine connections to foster a bond with the current students. 

Without further ado, here is a glimpse of few of the distinguished alumni of IIM Bangalore:

• PC Musthafa
• M V Rajamannar
• Sameer Suneja
• Ramakrishnan Chandrasekaran
• Das Narayandas
• Rajeev Bakshi
• Malavika Harita
• Radhakrishnan K
• Padmanabhan S
• Ashok Sinha
• Saugata Gupta
• Vasant Tilak Naik

What is IIM Bangalore Famous for?

The list of what makes IIM Bangalore so famous is endless. Perhaps there is no aspect that the institution has left to excel at. Take any parameter, be it academic, placements, facilities, accommodations, students' lives, it has set the bar high. 

It is an ideal setting for budding entrepreneurs and management enthusiasts. The golden years spent at IIM Bangalore make the students ready to face any adversity and excel at all spheres. Making it totally worth it for all the hustle one goes through while preparing.

How to Get into the Coveted IIM Bangalore?

IIM Bangalore only admits students through the Common Admission Test (CAT) for Indian nationals and GMAT/ GRE for international students. As with any prestigious institution, to secure a seat at IIMB, the students must have a high percentile and be on top of the merit list. They also have to qualify for every stage of the rigorous examination process. 

Without further delay here's a look into the pros and cons of IIMB:

Anyone who is finally selected does not have to look back. The road to a glorious career path starts at the heart of IIM Bangalore.

*Source: iimbangalore Instagram