Colleges in Maharashtra

 I completed my PGDM from PIBM Pune, and I can share how the placement scenario really is from a student's point of view.

Placements at PIBM are quite decent if you stay consistent throughout the course. The college brings in a good mix of companies, from consulting and finance firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and PwC to marketing and FMCG brands like ITC, HUL, Marico, and Amul. In my batch, most of us got placed during the final semester itself, and the average package was somewhere around ₹8–9 LPA, depending on specialization.

What really helped was the corporate training and internships we went through before placements. We had multiple mock interviews, aptitude tests, and live business projects with real companies. Honestly, those sessions made a big difference when facing recruiters.

it depends a lot on your communication skills, confidence, and how active you are during internships and training. The placement cell supports you well, but you also have to put in your effort.

Overall, I'd say PIBM offers good placement opportunities and strong industry exposure for the investment. If you use the two years wisely, you'll definitely come out with a solid start to your career.

Both Athena School of Management (Mumbai) and Kohinoor Business School offer management programmes, but they differ quite a bit in structure, exposure and outcomes. Which one is “better” depends on what you're looking for.

Athena School of Management (Mumbai)

• Offers a 2-year PGPM (MBA-equivalent) programme.

• Strong focus on experiential learning with three internships built into the curriculum.

• Located in Powai, giving access to a wide corporate network.

• Provides global exposure modules and sessions with industry leaders.

• Good for students who prefer practical learning and a modern, industry-connected environment.

Kohinoor Business School (Mumbai)

• Offers MMS (University of Mumbai) and AICTE-approved PGDM programmes.

• More traditional academic structure.

• Placement outcomes are stable, with average packages typically in the ₹6–7 LPA range.

• Good option for students seeking a lower fee structure and a university-affiliated programme.

Verdict

If your priority is internships, corporate exposure and a modern curriculum, Athena has a noticeable advantage.