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One thing that stood out to me about GIBS Bangalore was the overall exposure you get during the PGDM. There's a lot happening beyond regular classes — industry interactions, internships, live projects, events and activities that give you a better idea of the corporate world.

The Bangalore location is definitely an added advantage, especially when it comes to industry exposure and networking. The dual-specialization option is another good thing if you want to explore different areas of management.

Before joining GIBS, I actually spent a lot of time researching and comparing colleges because I didn't want to make a random decision. I looked at placements, fees, exposure and the overall college experience. I completed my PGDM from GIBS in 2025 and got placed, so looking back, I'm genuinely happy with the decision I made.

One thing that surprised me after joining GIBS Bangalore was how many activities happened throughout the year.

Before admission, I thought college life would mostly be classes and exams. But after joining, there were workshops, guest lectures, competitions, industry interactions, presentations, club activities, and internships happening regularly.

Another surprise was how quickly I became more confident. In the beginning, I wasn't very comfortable speaking in front of others, but participating in different activities gradually helped me improve.

Looking back, I feel I learned a lot outside the classroom too. That was something I honestly didn't expect before joining GIBS.

One thing that surprised me after joining GIBS Bangalore was how many activities happened throughout the year.

Before admission, I thought college life would mostly be classes and exams. But after joining, there were workshops, guest lectures, competitions, industry interactions, presentations, club activities, and internships happening regularly.

Another surprise was how quickly I became more confident. In the beginning, I wasn't very comfortable speaking in front of others, but participating in different activities gradually helped me improve.

Looking back, I feel I learned a lot outside the classroom too. That was something I honestly didn't expect before joining GIBS.

I think one reason GIBS Bangalore attracts a lot of MBA and PGDM aspirants is because students hear about it from seniors and alumni. That's how I first came to know about it too.

After joining, I realized there was always something happening on campus—guest speakers, competitions, workshops, company interactions, or student activities. It never felt like a place where you just attend classes and go home.

Another thing is that the college gives students enough opportunities to improve themselves. Some people become better at public speaking, some build confidence, and others discover what kind of career they actually want.

At the end of the day, every college has its strengths, but I feel GIBS has built a good reputation because students leave with more confidence and practical exposure than when they joined. That's why many MBA and PGDM aspirants keep it on their shortlist.

Based on my experience, GIBS has received good recognition in recent rankings.

• IIRF 2025: Ranked 49th among private B-Schools in India. 

• Times 2025: Ranked 71st among Management Institutes in India. 

When I was looking for colleges, I checked rankings too, but I didn't make my decision based only on that. I wanted a college that offered good exposure, practical learning, internships, and placement support.

That's why I chose GIBS Bangalore, and I'm happy with my decision. My suggestion is to use rankings as one factor, but also look at the learning environment, industry exposure, and the opportunities you'll get during your course.

GIBS Business School believes that to be successful; students should have more than an academic foundation. Therefore, as part of its overall focus on developing the personalities of its students, the Institute has developed ways to combine classroom-based learning with an emphasis on the development of leadership skills, professional development, and "hands-on" practical activities.

Ways to Further Develop Students' Personalities:

•  The School of Youth Leadership (SoYL): This programme through promoting conditions for developing leadership abilities such as teamwork, good decision making, and the concept of social responsibility.
• Communications Skills Program: In addition to the SoYL program, the Institute also provides its students with regular interactive sessions that improve students' public speaking, presentation skills, business communications ability and self-confidence.
•  Career Progression and Management Program (CPMP): This programme focuses on developing students' aptitude, enhancing their soft skills, preparing for and presenting themselves in interview situations, and overall professional development.
•  Exposure to Business: The Institute provides students the opportunity to build the necessary level of practical exposure to find their own ways to gain the confidence to achieve success.
•  Student Clubs and Activities: Engaging in various cultural, sports, management, and entrepreneurship clubs allows for the enhancement of creativity and developing teamwork and leadership skills.
• Mock Interviews and Group Discussions: The various activities available to GIBS students help to develop their abilities to communicate, critically analyze marketing concepts, and develop confidence in their overall professional presence.
•  Event Management Opportunities: Working to organize and participate in a variety of events allows for GIBS students to enhance their leadership, organizational, and coordination abilities needed to achieve personal success.

In GIBS Business School, students generally feel placements are good and supportive if they actively participate and prepare well.

• I got a 9 LPA package, and I feel really grateful for it

• The average package is around 7 LPA, which students feel is decent

• One of my friends got the highest package of 17.8 LPA, which motivated many students

• Students feel positive about placement support

• They like the training and interview preparation given by college

• Many feel confidence improves before facing companies

• Regular company visits make students feel opportunities are good

• Overall, students feel satisfied and hopeful about career growth

• Campus environment helps in building communication and interview skills

• One of the best college in terms of placements and ROI.

The assessment methods at GIBS Business School are different from the typical assessment methods of writing tests. Instead, the institute uses practical and continuous evaluation techniques for measuring students' actual abilities and readiness to work in the industry.

Assessment Methods Other Than Written Tests

• Students completing 'live' projects and internships will be assessed on their actual work with a company and how they performed in that work.
• Students will have to give presentations and participate in seminars to demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively, their level of confidence, and how well they understand the subject matter.
• Students will have to analyze actual business cases and will be graded on how they solved the problem in the case.
• Students will complete group projects and team-building assignments where they will be assessed on their teamwork and leadership abilities.
• The CPMP is a continual evaluation of students' soft skills, such as communication, personality, and professionalism.
• Through role playing and simulating different business situations, students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their decision-making skills.
• Classroom participation and activities will include classroom discussions, quizzes, and other interaction-based methods of evaluation.
• Students will complete written assignments and research projects as a means of assessing their ability to learn from their analytical and research experience.

These methods of evaluating are used in most business schools today to assess students' practical skills, ability to work with others, and their ability to apply knowledge in real-life situations, rather than just through theoretical means.