From ‘How Do I Spend 2 Years Here?’ To ‘Oh! Just A Year Is Left!’ - My Journey At IIM Lucknow
‘Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.’
‘Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.’
When I arrived in Lucknow, I realized the growth this place has to offer, but I also soon realized the competition that came with it. I had heard that a fresher with such a short CV would not get the kind of company he wants. But I have never been one to take things for granted.
With 2 lakh+ candidates appearing for CAT this year, the number has been on the rise ever since. Out of lakhs of test takers, only 5,000 make it to the prestigious and coveted IIMs. That’s like the cream of the country - a mere 2%.
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Success is where preparation and opportunity meet
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, Pune is considered to be one of the top management institutes in the country. Located in the lush greens and hills of Lavale, the institute is the B-school of choice for MBA aspirants and recruiters alike.
Isn't it fascinating when you realize that the things you considered so light (casually), has an interesting story behind it? The same happened with me a few days back. This is a popular landmark in Hel(L) and we call it Medusa. Medusa is a beautiful sculpture in the middle of the fountain, surrounded by luscious trees of a beautiful campus. A favourite spot for the selfie lovers and admirers of nature, I never knew it could have an interpretation or symbolism for it being near Chintan Block. I wonder if, whosoever placed this statue right near the Chintan Block had some strategic motive behind this? Was he aware of the story behind Medusa and wanted us to be familiar with it too?
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies is one of the most reputed management institutes in the country. JBIMS, located in South Mumbai, is known as the CEO Factory, considering the institute is the alma mater to a significant number of industry leaders and business magnates at top positions in the corporate world.