An Interview with Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director at Birla Institute of Management Technology

In this exclusive conversation with Careers360, Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director at Birla Institute of Management Technology shares meaningful insights. She has spoken about the vision, mission, admission process, selection process, summer internships, and college infrastructure of BIMTECH, Greater Noida.

Birla Institute of Management Technology is a private college established in the year 1998. BIMTECH Greater Noida courses include PGDM in different specialisations. For BIMTECH admissions, students must meet the specific eligibility criteria for their chosen specialisations. Read the interview below to learn more about BIMTECH Greater Noida.

Careers360: Tell us something about the institute; when it was set up, vision and mission

Dr. Rajib: The Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) was established in 1988 under the aegis of the Birla Academy of Art and Culture. Late Basant Kumar Birla, ex-chairperson of the Basant Kumar Birla group of companies and Late Sarala Birla, ex chairperson of the Birla Academy of Art and Culture were the founders of BIMTECH.

The institute is governed by an eminent board of governors mostly drawn from the top echelons of the industry. The institute is supported by the Basant Kumar Birla group and Aditya Birla group of companies.

Mission

• To Be The Preferred Choice For Students, Faculty, Professional Staff And Recruiters.

• To Create And Disseminate Knowledge For Positive Societal Impact.

• To Inculcate Innovative, Technological, Entrepreneurial And Global Mind-Set.

• To Equip Faculty & Students With Responsible Leadership Qualities.

• To Promote Sustainability In All Activities.

Vision

Developing responsible leaders with an entrepreneurial mindset and striving for sustainability

Careers360: Tell us something about the admission process.

Dr. Rajib: Applying Online: Applicants should complete the online application form and submit it along with the non-refundable application fee of Rs.2000/-

The application form is available at https://shorturl.at/WWWgG and must be submitted online. Incomplete forms might be rejected >without further consideration. The application processing fee can be paid by Credit Card, Debit Card, or bank Transfer through the designated payment gateway.

Selection Process

Candidates who apply online for admission will be shortlisted based on CAT / GMAT/ XAT / CMAT/ MAT scores (as per the eligibility), and Past Academic Record. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI). The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/ XAT/ GMAT / MAT / CMAT) the moment the results are out.

Interview Mode

Please note the selection process will be conducted in:

• Online mode

• Offline at BIMTECH Greater Noida campus

BIMTECH reserves the right to change the mode of the interview/selection process, without assigning any reasons. Applicants should be aware that fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting for an interview or a final offer of admission by BIMTECH. The decisions of the BIMTECH Admissions Committee are final, and no further communication on this issue will be entertained.

Admission Offer & Fee Submission

The final selection list is prepared taking into account the candidates:

1. Past academic performance

2. Entrance test scores (CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT)

3. Performance in Personal Interview based on the respective weightages

4. Work Experience (if applicable)

5. Other parameters, wherever applicable, as per the weightages table

Admission offer will be based on a composite score arrived after the assessment has been made during the selection process. The result will be announced through the student’s dashboard and will be notified through mail. Applicants are advised to check the updates on their student dashboard at regular intervals.

While applying online, applicants are advised to provide their complete postal address and active email ID & mobile number which should be valid for receiving important communications.

The selected candidates have to deposit the 1st instalment of fee by the last date mentioned in the offer letter & subsequent instalments as per the instructions given by the institute. Please note institute does not entertain any request for extension of deadline for submission of 1st instalment of fee. The admission is subject to verification of the original documents and approval of the graduation degree by UGC/AICTE/AIU.

Careers360: What kind of infrastructure can students expect at the institute? Please elaborate?

Dr. Rajib: BIMTECH is located on a composite, fully air-conditioned, wi-fi-enabled, residential campus in greater noida, in the national capital region, a few kilometers from the capital of india. The campus environment is highly conducive to academic learning. It provides comfortable living with facilities. These facilities aim to create a conducive environment for academic learning, personal growth, and overall well-being of the students. here's a breakdown of the facilities mentioned:

• Hostel Accommodation: BIMTECH provides both on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for students. The hostels offer modern living environments with options for single or twin-sharing rooms. The design of the hostels balances privacy with opportunities for social interactions.

• Medical Centre: BIMTECH has a fully equipped Medical Centre staffed by senior resident doctors and visiting medical professionals. An ambulance service is available 24/7 for any medical emergencies that may arise.

• Meditation Center: This facility provides a space for students to engage in meditation and relaxation activities, promoting mental well-being.

• Cafeteria: The multi-cuisine cafeteria offers a variety of food options for students, staff, and faculty members.

• Gym & Sports Facility: BIMTECH has an ultra-modern gym and sports facilities to promote physical fitness and recreation among students.

• Salon & Beauty Parlor: This facility offers grooming services to students, enhancing their overall well-being.

• Atal Incubation Centre: An incubation center to foster entrepreneurship and innovation among students.

• Virtual Classroom/Recording Room: Equipped with the necessary technology for high-quality virtual classes and sound recording.

• Gazebo & Green Lawns: Outdoor seating areas where students can relax and spend their free time.

• Café Coffee Day Outlet: A convenient place for students to grab refreshments within the academic block.

• Swings & Sitting Areas: Various locations around the campus are equipped with swings and sitting spaces.

• Badminton Court & Cycling Club: Sports facilities and a cycling club for students interested in physical activities.

• Worship Place: A space for religious and spiritual practices on campus.

• Herbal Garden: A garden with various herbal plants, promoting environmental awareness and education.

• Tuck Shop: A shop offering convenience items for students.

• Shuttle Service: Transport services between hostel facilities and commuting to Noida.

• Bank ATM: On-campus ATM for banking convenience.

• Music Hut: A dedicated space for music-related activities.

• Guest Houses: Accommodation for visiting guests and parents.

• Lifts: Elevators in academic blocks and hostels for accessibility.

• Ambulance: 24/7 availability of on-campus ambulance.

Careers360: There is a lot of stress that is being made with regard to interaction with the industry as well as companies that recruit. What are the steps being taken by the institute in this direction?

Dr. Rajib: BIMTECH’s Centre for Corporate Relations (CCR) performs an enabling and empowering function for students. The activities revolve around persuading suitable corporates to visit the campus, sharing BIMTECH placement related information with students, offering continuous inputs on soft skills, updating with Industry/company related information bits, providing competency enhancing information, holding internship workshop, updating current events, anchoring and disseminating of question banks generated from campus engagements and initiation and strengthening of student networking with corporates etc.

Careers360: Internships are now mandatory as per AICTE guidelines. Does the institute help students with this? If yes how?

Dr. Rajib: Summer Internship Process begins November, 2024 onwards

BIMTECH invite companies for summer Internship requirement process companies select and offer candidates Internship and then the students have to undergo 8 weeks of summer internship

Careers360:Can you please share details if there is any collaboration with universities abroad?

Dr. Rajib: BIMTECH Centre for International Affairs offers various unique opportunities that allow students to participate in short-term study abroad programs in foreign countries. These programs offer a wide range of benefits for students, including exposure to new country, the opportunity to study in a different academic environment and broaden their horizons, and the chance to learn from leading international experts.

This helps students to navigate cross-cultural environments in the future workplace and better understand global market trends and business practices. Various international programs are available such as Student Exchange Programs, Collaborative Projects, International Guest lectures, Faculty Exchange Programs, Collaborative Research, India Study Program, Global Immersion Program, International Week, Diplomatic Guest Lecture Series, International conferences and platforms such as EFMD, AACSB, Times Higher Education and much more.

We have the Student Exchange Program, Global Immersion Program, International Week, and Collaborative Projects. BIMTECH is invariably open to innovative ways of engaging, enriching and enhancing the learning experience for the students. It provides opportunities for students to deeply involve in virtual projects, understand and learn the various complexities of different markets, experience how to work in teams with different cultural orientation.

The students learn and overcome challenges at various fronts such as working in different time zones, understanding different market mechanisms and gaining cross cultural understanding. We have collaboration with CII-UK, LIMRA/Life Office Management Association (LOMA), USA, Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS), USA

Careers360: Please share placement statistics with information on the average package, highest and lowest package, number of students placed and details of companies that have recruited.

Dr. Rajib: BIMTECH is pleased to announce the Placement report for the 2022-2024 batch. Landmark Group (Homecentre) and Blackrock's highest package offered to students was INR 24.43 LPA, with a median of 10.50 LPA. The average package for the batch 2022-24 stands at an impressive 11.10 LPA. Additionally, 23 students received Pre-Placement Offers, while the institute attracted a total of 130+ recruiters, including 37 new companies.

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