Goa Institute of Management: Interview with Dr. Ajit Parulekar, Director

Hello,

Studying MBA Finance from NIA Pune or NIBM Pune can be valuable if you aim to specialize in insurance, banking, or financial services. These institutes focus on niche domains, offering strong industry connections, sector-specific curriculum, and placement opportunities in reputed organizations within their respective fields. However, if you're looking for broader career prospects and better brand recognition, GLIM Chennai or GIM Goa may be better choices. Both are well-regarded for their comprehensive programs, diverse peer groups, and strong placement records across various sectors.

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Hello Varun,

Based on your CAT raw score and profile, here's a breakdown of your potential calls and your chances for different institutes:

1. GIM Goa, GLIM Chennai, IMT Ghaziabad, IMI Delhi:

• GIM Goa : With a score of 55, GIM typically looks for candidates with a higher percentile. However, you may still get a call if your overall profile, including your academic background (93.8% in Class 12, work experience), is strong.
  
  
• GLIM Chennai : GLIM has a competitive cutoff, but with a solid academic record and work experience, there may be a chance, especially if you belong to a diverse background.
  
  
• IMT Ghaziabad : Your chances with a score of 55 are slim, as IMT usually looks for a higher percentile. However, if you have an impressive profile and high academic scores, there may still be a slim possibility.
  
  
• IMI Delhi : Similar to IMT, IMI Delhi has high cutoffs and competitive selection criteria. However, work experience and other factors like diversity can sometimes offset a lower CAT score.
  
  2. IIM SAP (Special Admission Program) :
  
  
• The IIM SAP is typically for candidates with significant work experience or other unique factors. Your 14 months of work experience could be beneficial, but your CAT score of 55 is on the lower side, making it unlikely to receive an IIM SAP call. However, if you have other outstanding features in your profile (e.g., exceptional academic performance, leadership qualities, etc.), you might still stand a chance.
  
  3. Other Possible Calls :
  
  
• UPES Dehradun : Known for considering work experience and unique profiles, UPES could be a potential option for you.
  
  
• Bimtech Noida : You could expect a call here, considering your work experience and overall profile.
  
  
• XIMB Bhubaneswar : This institute also considers profiles with good work experience, and you may stand a chance despite your score.

Overall, you can expect a call from institutes that weigh work experience and academic performance heavily, but you should also be prepared for lower-tier institutes in terms of CAT score cutoffs. Ensure you target institutes that match your profile for better chances.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

Hii,

If banking, finance, and insurance are of interest to you, pick GIM Goa (BFSI); it has a strong brand and excellent industry connections.
If you enjoy managing factories, supply chains, or logistics, SIOM Nashik (Operations) is the best option. It's a specialized field with excellent operations.
Overall, IMI Bhubaneswar (PGDM) is respectable, but not as good as SIOM or GIM.

GIM Goa (BFSI) is the best choice overall because of its superior brand, placements, and potential for expansion.
SIOM Nashik is the best for operations only.

Hey,

The Goa Institute of Management (GIM) is a private business school in North Goa, India. It was founded in 1993 by Jesuit priest Romuald D'Souza.

GIM offers six programs, including:

1. PGDM: Full-time program
2. HCM: Healthcare Management
3. BDA: Big Data Analytics
4. BIFS: Banking, Insurance and Financial Services
5. IDA: International Double Degree
6. PGDM (MBA): A two-year, fully residential program

GIM is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and GSBN. It is also approved by the AICTE and accredited by the NBA and SAQS. In 2023, NIRF Ranking ranked GIM Goa 36th in the "Management" category.

GIM's alumni are connected to many leading companies, including Fortune 500 enterprises. Final year students can manage a placement with the mentorship of the Placement Director to map out opportunities in prestigious companies.

For detailed information please visit : https://gim.ac.in/

T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) is a private business school in Manipal, Karnataka, India. It was established in 1980 and is known for its management excellence.

TAPMI offers full-time MBA programs in various specializations, including:

General, Marketing, HRM, BKFS, MBA - BFKS, MBA - HRM, MBA - Marketing/ MBA (International Business).

TAPMI is recognized by the AICTE and accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International and the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

For detailed information please visit : https://www.tapmi.edu.in/

Hope this helps you.

Correct Answer: IKMG

Solution : Given:
G_KMI_MGK_GIM_IK

To fill the series we have to divide the series – G_KM / I_MG / K_GI / M_IK
Let's check each option –
First option: IIKK; GIKM / IIMG / KKGI / MKIK (No repeated pattern has been found.)
Second option: MGIK; GMKM / IGMG / KIGI / MKIK (No repeated pattern has been found.)
Third option: GGMI; GGKM / IGMG / KMGI / MIIK (No repeated pattern has been found.)
Fourth option: IKMG; GIKM / IKMG / KMGI / MGIK (At each step, the second letter shifts to the first position, the third letter shifts to the second position, the fourth letter shifts to the third position and the first letter shifts to the fourth position.)

So, the series becomes GIKMIKMGKMGIMGIK. Hence, the fourth option is correct.