Know all about SPJIMR Mumbai from Rohan Gupta (PGDM Student)

S P Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) was founded in 1981. It is located in Mumbai. SPJIMR is a member of Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan. The institute offers Postgraduate and Doctoral degree courses in the field of management and business administration. The SPJIMR Mumbai Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Fellow Program in Management (FPM) and Post Graduate Programme in General Management (PGPM) programmes are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The SPJIMR PG programmes have also been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). As per the NIRF 2022 Ranking, SPJIMR Mumbai has been ranked at 21st position in the management category.

Careers360 brings you an interview with Rohan Gupta, Student SPJIMR Mumbai. He is pursuing his Post Graduate Diploma in Management from SPJIMR Mumbai. In this interview, Rohan shares his experience at SPJIMR. What is student life like inside the institute? How did he choose the PGDM programme at SPJIMR Mumbai? And other important things from a students perspective about S P Jain Institute of Management and Research. To know more about SPJIMR Mumbai read the full interview of Rohan Gupta with Careers360 in the article below.

Careers360. Tell us something about yourself.

Rohan Gupta. My name is Rohan Gupta. I am currently pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Information Management from S.P Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai.

I have previously worked as a consultant with PwC for 3 years. I have a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) degree from Birla Institute of Technology Mesra, Ranchi. I have always been and am an optimistic person. I have good work ethic and communication skills.

Careers360. What is the course you are currently pursuing? Pls give details.

Rohan Gupta. I am currently pursuing PGDM in the Information Management specialization. The goal of the PGDM programme of SPJIMR is to develop young and value-based leaders with participant centric approach. Apart from this students are exposed to high levels of global relevance, especially by way of advanced specialized courses and projects with the international partner schools.

Careers360. What made you choose this institute? List out the factors.

Rohan Gupta. The following are the factors I took into account while choosing SPJIMR:

• Location – Mumbai is a thriving metropolis and is also India’s financial capital. It is home to most Fortune 500 companies. It provides a lot of exposure to economic and commercial activities.

• Purpose – SPJIMR’s PGDM devotes the highest number of credits and time to sensitizing its students to management’s larger purpose in society.

• Flexibility – The programme offers students the ability to choose a minor specialization and flexibility to change their main or “major” specialization.

• GFT – One of the only B-Schools in India which provides you an opportunity to spend 3 weeks

• NCL – SPJIMR is not all about academics but also focuses on all-round development of its students. The major learnings from NCL are - Self-awareness, Self-management and Societal awareness.

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Careers360. What were the challenges you faced during the initial days after admissions?

Rohan Gupta. I came to SPJIMR after working in the corporate sector for 3 years. So, it can be overwhelming due to an environment change where there are multiple things to focus on. Classes, deadlines, assignments etc. can put even the best at unease. Also, making friends, feeling included and finding your tribe is something one might struggle with if you’re something of an introvert like me.

Careers360. Can you throw some light on the clubs, committees and extra-curricular activities that are offered at your institute? Which ones are you part of and what made you choose them?

Rohan Gupta. The SPJIMR Mumbai participant community is centered on a variety of clubs and committees. Students can receive career-related counselling from a wide variety of clubs that span the recreation to career guidance spectrum.

Recreational clubs like Tasveer (Creatives), SPeak (Public Speaking), SPelled Ink (Literature), SPin (Dance), and B-Major (Music) actively participate in planning university events that are cultural and occasionally recreational.

Some of the technical clubs on campus include the Analytics club, Product management club, consulting club and investing club. These clubs help students develop functional expertise in their area of interest thereby helping them to chart a career path during their MBA and beyond.

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Careers360. Describe a typical day at your institute – what do you do from the time you wake up till you go to sleep?

Rohan Gupta. Any usual day begins at 9 AM in the morning as everyone assembles for the first session of the day. The number of sessions per day varies from 3 to 5 per day with small breaks in between. We gather in the bistros to have our daily snacks and talk with our peers. The sessions end around 4-5 PM in the evening after which everyone dedicates most of their time to their respective club activities and case competitions which are an integral part of MBA life. After we are done with all the college activities, we complete our assignments and pre-reads for the next day's sessions individually or in groups as assigned. Even after all this everyone takes out time to have fun and meet and enjoy with their peer groups which keeps everyone going one day at a time.

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Careers360. What do you like the most in your institute that you feel is unique and differentiating?

Rohan Gupta. What is also a big plus point at SPJIMR is the kind of opportunities you get in terms of case competitions. All major corporations allow SPJIMR to participate. There is a healthy environment for competition which pushes you to be your best self and produce excellent work. You get insights into the workings of the industry and get a chance to meet CXOs. These learnings and experiences go a long way in building your career. Everyone at SPJIMR works to ensure that each student walks out as a changed individual.

Careers360. How comfortable are your hostels in terms of comfort, facilities and cleanliness?

Rohan Gupta. The SPJIMR Mumbai hostels are very spacious and comfortable. All amenities are available like washing machines, ACs, Refrigerators, Microwave etc. There is regular cleaning and proper hygiene is maintained. Laundry service is also available on campus.

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Careers360. How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Rohan Gupta. It becomes very challenging to handle all deadlines. However, teamwork is key. With the right set of people, you can fulfill all deadlines and also have fun along the way. SPJIMR is known for fostering a very healthy environment for teamwork and collaboration. We have Adda sessions before exams where students get together to study. Infrastructural facilities like the Group Work room and the reading room allow us to work collaboratively.

Careers360. Is there any in-house magazine or journal for the latest events or happenings at the institute? If yes, are students involved in their creation and publishing?

Rohan Gupta. The most recent activity started by participants at SPJIMR is "EOD discussions." Five months ago, a podcast series was launched to link seniors, instructors, and alumni informally to share their knowledge, suggestions, and amusing college and professional experiences. The participants in this podcast series can network with various stakeholders in a structured way.

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Careers360. What are the popular hangouts at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Rohan Gupta. Most popular hangouts at SPJIMR are the Bistro, Shillus, lakeside and the cafeteria. You’ll always find people discussing the events of the day and having a laugh. These are the places to be if you want to recharge and have a quick bite.

Careers360. How do you spend your leisure time at the campus?

Rohan Gupta. MBA life does not offer a lot of leisure time. But SPJIMR has a lot of options to chill and relax. Sports facilities like basketball, football, cricket, volleyball, table tennis are available. You can also play indoor games like Pool and foosball. Having a cup of tea at Shillus to catch up on the latest happenings in college is what I do in my leisure time.

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Careers360. In short, how would you describe your life at the campus?

Rohan Gupta. I was a day scholar during my undergrad so this is the first time I am staying on Campus. Working on case competitions till 4 AM, having interactions with different kinds of people from different walks of life and making friendships where you learn and grow together is one of the most enriching experiences ever. Life at SPJIMR makes you fall in love with the Campus; Bistro, Shillus, Lakeside are places where you spend most of your time and you won't even know when you end up creating bonds that you cherish forever.

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