Planning on doing an MBA? Are you considering spending 2 years on your MBA, or just 1? Depending on your profile, you might have different requirements. Perhaps you’re not willing to spend 2 years pursuing MBA, or maybe 1 year is too short a time for you. There are many factors that you must consider before deciding which MBA course you want to pursue.
When we say McDonald’s, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? For most of us, it's crispy, salty, crunchy, French Fries. Yum. And you just can’t stop at one, can you?! But have you ever wondered how McDonald’s manages to get those piping hot fries right, just the way you like it, every time? One of the reasons for this is the company’s impeccable and sustainable operations and supply chain management. If you aspire to get into operations and supply chain post MBA, it’s necessary for you to know how chains like McDonald’s operate. Solve this case study, brought to you by InsideIIM in association with ABGLP and show off how well you know your operations management curriculum!
Have you seen a Rolex ad? They have expertly built a narrative around their brand, using their elegant design, as well as their brand ambassador - Roger Federer. It’s not just Rolex; many brands utilise storytelling as an effective tool to shape their brand perception, and attract consumers. So what exactly are brand stories? Brand Narratives? In MICA, they introduced a course called Storytelling so as to sensitise students to this concept. As future marketeers, you must know how storytelling works in the world of advertising, PR, brand building, etc. So find out what Storytelling really is in this video featuring MICA.
Chapter 1- The Undergrad Chill My journey for MBA started from my 4th year of undergrad (B-tech, EEE). It was that time of the year when all the 'so-called' engineers were preparing hard to get campus placement. Unlike my friends, I was lying on my bed and binge-watching TV series. People used to think if I was not participating in the placements? Of course, I was! But I was not concerned about it as I made up my mind of taking a break after graduation and preparing for the deadly MBA entrance examinations.
Are you part of any committee in your B-school? Did you know that committees function just like a real corporate body? From an organisation, to communication, to teamwork and leadership skills, you will be required to develop a diverse skill set to be a part of committees. So what exactly do they do? What kind of committees exist in b-schools? How can they help you with your internships and careers in the corporate world? What skills can you expect to develop by being a part of one or more committees in your B-school? Find out in this video, featuring students who are part of different committees in SIMSR.
Writing XAT 2020? Are you prepared with your XAT strategies, last minute tips, etc? Because, after CAT, XAT is the toughest MBA entrance exam you’re likely to write. If you’re one of those serious b-school hopefuls, chances are, your CAT prep was very thorough and well structured. Which means that you’re already well prepared for VA-RC and Quant sections of the XAT as well. But it never hurts to get an expert’s opinion right? And let’s not forget the Decision-Making section unique to XAT. How do you make sure your prep for the decision making section is on the right track? Meet Gayathri, a student at XLRI Jamshedpur, who scored 99.95%ile in XAT 2019. Check out how she prepared for the Verbal and Decision Making sections of XAT.
How prepared are you for the GK section of XAT? Is your GK at par with what may be asked in the exam? One of the most important things that you as a XAT test-taker can do is to practice as many questions as possible to master this tricky section that stumps test takers every year. To help you prepare, we will send you the InsideIIM XAT Practice Test series twice every week - a 10 to 20 minute test to help you master some of the most dreaded sections of the exam. Take test five in the series now!
In today’s world, the study of finance can range from corporate finance, financial reporting, financial evaluation, financial regulation, to behavioural finance, econometrics, financial modelling, quantitative finance, investment management, investment banking and aspects of accounting. In order to be job-ready, students need to have an in-depth knowledge of accounting, possess the skill of quantitative research and be able to do analysis while keeping various finance principles and economy in mind. And who can help you with that? A B-School known for Finance. But before you make a b-school your goal, it is important to understand it’s feasibility. Not just in terms of marks or tests, but also intake (seats), fees, etc. This article brings you the list of top Indian B-schools best known for their Finance courses. Hope this list helps you narrow down your search and make an informed career decision.
Planning on doing an MBA? Are you considering spending 2 years on your MBA, or just 1? Depending on your profile, you might have different requirements. Perhaps you’re not willing to spend 2 years pursuing MBA, or maybe 1 year is too short a time for you. There are many factors that you must consider before deciding which MBA course you want to pursue.
When we say McDonald’s, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? For most of us, it's crispy, salty, crunchy, French Fries. Yum. And you just can’t stop at one, can you?! But have you ever wondered how McDonald’s manages to get those piping hot fries right, just the way you like it, every time? One of the reasons for this is the company’s impeccable and sustainable operations and supply chain management. If you aspire to get into operations and supply chain post MBA, it’s necessary for you to know how chains like McDonald’s operate. Solve this case study, brought to you by InsideIIM in association with ABGLP and show off how well you know your operations management curriculum!
Have you seen a Rolex ad? They have expertly built a narrative around their brand, using their elegant design, as well as their brand ambassador - Roger Federer. It’s not just Rolex; many brands utilise storytelling as an effective tool to shape their brand perception, and attract consumers. So what exactly are brand stories? Brand Narratives? In MICA, they introduced a course called Storytelling so as to sensitise students to this concept. As future marketeers, you must know how storytelling works in the world of advertising, PR, brand building, etc. So find out what Storytelling really is in this video featuring MICA.
Chapter 1- The Undergrad Chill My journey for MBA started from my 4th year of undergrad (B-tech, EEE). It was that time of the year when all the 'so-called' engineers were preparing hard to get campus placement. Unlike my friends, I was lying on my bed and binge-watching TV series. People used to think if I was not participating in the placements? Of course, I was! But I was not concerned about it as I made up my mind of taking a break after graduation and preparing for the deadly MBA entrance examinations.
Are you part of any committee in your B-school? Did you know that committees function just like a real corporate body? From an organisation, to communication, to teamwork and leadership skills, you will be required to develop a diverse skill set to be a part of committees. So what exactly do they do? What kind of committees exist in b-schools? How can they help you with your internships and careers in the corporate world? What skills can you expect to develop by being a part of one or more committees in your B-school? Find out in this video, featuring students who are part of different committees in SIMSR.
Writing XAT 2020? Are you prepared with your XAT strategies, last minute tips, etc? Because, after CAT, XAT is the toughest MBA entrance exam you’re likely to write. If you’re one of those serious b-school hopefuls, chances are, your CAT prep was very thorough and well structured. Which means that you’re already well prepared for VA-RC and Quant sections of the XAT as well. But it never hurts to get an expert’s opinion right? And let’s not forget the Decision-Making section unique to XAT. How do you make sure your prep for the decision making section is on the right track? Meet Gayathri, a student at XLRI Jamshedpur, who scored 99.95%ile in XAT 2019. Check out how she prepared for the Verbal and Decision Making sections of XAT.
How prepared are you for the GK section of XAT? Is your GK at par with what may be asked in the exam? One of the most important things that you as a XAT test-taker can do is to practice as many questions as possible to master this tricky section that stumps test takers every year. To help you prepare, we will send you the InsideIIM XAT Practice Test series twice every week - a 10 to 20 minute test to help you master some of the most dreaded sections of the exam. Take test five in the series now!
In today’s world, the study of finance can range from corporate finance, financial reporting, financial evaluation, financial regulation, to behavioural finance, econometrics, financial modelling, quantitative finance, investment management, investment banking and aspects of accounting. In order to be job-ready, students need to have an in-depth knowledge of accounting, possess the skill of quantitative research and be able to do analysis while keeping various finance principles and economy in mind. And who can help you with that? A B-School known for Finance. But before you make a b-school your goal, it is important to understand it’s feasibility. Not just in terms of marks or tests, but also intake (seats), fees, etc. This article brings you the list of top Indian B-schools best known for their Finance courses. Hope this list helps you narrow down your search and make an informed career decision.
