International Management Institute Kolkata

Widening The Range Of Job Opportunities Getting a Postgraduate Diploma in Management is statistically proven to pay off in the long run, but it's also true that a PGDM (or an MBA) isn’t a magic career pill. It takes more than just academic excellence to receive lucrative opportunities. In this post, the faculty of International Management Institute, the top PGDM institute in Kolkata , share a few pieces of advice to broaden the range of job offers. Let's check them out. Improve your internship interactions Many top-tier firms recruit first-year PGDM students, then source their full-time hires from that pool of interns. Knowing this, we do whatever it takes to secure a quality internship at a quality firm within your first year. Doing so significantly improves your range of employment after graduation. These internships last six to 10 weeks and act as an extended interview for future employment after graduation. You should reach out to second-year PGDM students to hear their exp...

The one question that we get asked a lot is whether one should pursue a PGDM programme in these challenging times. If we say yes, the questions increase in intensity as well as in number. This is because there are many students who had planned a PGDM programme, but as is evident, things took a turn. Everything changed. Now, potential students are worried and eager to know what their next step should be. As a premier educational institute offering management education, IMI-Kolkata has a reputation like no other. So, answering some burning questions, this piece will make 'you', the student, more confident while thinking of a PGDM. Why is PGDM more valuable in today's scenario?   1) Think of the future - This is often what you hear from your teachers, seniors, and elders at home. But how exactly does thinking about the future works in a situation where everything is uncertain. Well, think of another crisis. Then think of what followed it. After a crisis, there is an econo...

  The most popular thing about Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme is that it doesn’t restrict any student with respect to their previous background, implying that students from diverse fields like science, commerce, humanities and others can pursue a PGDM programme . Another unique feature is the nature of the course, which is totally application-based and industry-integrated rather than just theoretical in nature. A PGDM student can choose a specialisation in various areas in order to increase the options of employability and expertise.   Each specialisation serves different facets of management. However, each one of them is interconnected and dependent on each other for functionality in an organisation. Hence, it is advisable to go through details of each specialisation   before opting for the same. Few of the best specialisations offered by the top business schools, including IMI Kolkata , are mentioned below.   1. Marketing Management On...

  When it comes to postgraduate studies, students face a lot of difficulty in choosing the right post-graduation programme for themselves. Pursuing a PGDM programme becomes an attractive proposition for many students. Other than great pay, the job profile expands to encompass further exciting opportunities. By obtaining a PGDM degree, students receive the necessary arsenal in terms of knowledge and interpersonal skills to successfully begin a career in management.   If you are one of those aspirants, wondering how a PGDM will exactly benefit you, you’re asking the right question. To find the answer, continue reading. After a lot of analytical and critical thoughts, we’ve gathered these points to help you take a refined look at how PGDM can boost your career graph and will pull you towards achieving your goal.   1. Better And Broader Career PGDM students learn various business management principles, techniques, and skills that can help businesses grow. It is evident...

  In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, today’s projection is just as gloomy, as the global economy faces up to its worst crisis in centuries, creating an increasingly uncertain jobs market and business landscape. Making a considerable investment in a PGDM might not sound like an obvious priority for many. But those who were at business school during the world’s previous crises will testify, now as the right time to strengthen the skills, professional profile, and ultimately stand to confront a crisis. Despite the positive progress, it may take some more time before society returns to normal, and before restrictions on business and social movement are removed. The only clarity is that the economic recovery will take time, and the Covid-19 will simply be one of the few extreme data points of historical graphs. Let us give you a little more clarity about PGDM. Though a PGDM sure opens a channel towards better opportunities which would otherwise have come with much more experience and...

  It is no secret that a PGDM programme adds something special to one’s resume. As start-ups are growing, the need for skilled management professionals has become dire. Young entrepreneurs trust the street-smart, well-dressed, and well-versed management professionals to come up with ideas that would take their companies to new heights. In such a scenario, if a young professional doesn’t have a PGDM degree, it is troublesome for him/her and to be more specific his career. As a premier management institute, IMI Kolkata is building the life of so many students and turning them into top managers, CEOs, COOs, CMOs, etc. Coming to why you should pursue PGDM, here’s five reasons for those who have doubts about PGDM or Post-graduate Diploma in Management.   Reasons to pursue PGDM:   1) Industry-oriented training – A major section of management courses teach the basics or the theoretical part and completely skip the practical part that teaches students to be ready for the i...

PGDM or Post Graduate Diploma in Management is a 2-year programme offered by self-governing B-schools in India . It has gained a lot of prospect in recent years among young aspirants. This is due to the wide scope of opportunity available, both in corporate and academic fields. The career prospects associated with PGDM programme are numerous. Hence the right course becomes the priority of each aspirant. Keeping this in mind, we are providing a list of factors which will help students in deciding their stream of PGDM specialisation:   1. Understanding the reason It’s very crucial to understand the reason for pursuing a certain PGDM programme . If working professionals want to accelerate their career growth, they should advance in the field they are already working in. If young graduates are aspiring for a PGDM course, they may advance in their graduation field or change it as per market demands.   2. Check college accreditation The curriculum offered by any B-school sh...

 Article 1: Article: Introduction of Labour Codes and Its Possible Impact on Labour Market Author:  Kingshuk Sarkar , Joint Labour Commissioner (P), Govt. of West Bengal. Earlier, the Indian labour market operated on the basis of 44 labourlaws. The recent introduction of the new labour codes by the Ministry of Labour& Employment intends to replace those. The article valuates the probable impact of these changes on the labour force in terms of their wages, protection of their social well-being, relationship with employers and safety at workplace.   Article 2: Article: COVID-19 and Its Implications for Economy and Banking Author: SoumyaKanti Ghosh , Group Chief Economic Adviser, State Bank of India The author discusses the evolving macro-economic policymaking with reference to economic growth of the Indian economy as well as the globe, during the pandemic. It presents some new insights through state-wise analysis of debt, loss and status of NPAs of banks, and provides a...