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The new GIBS Business School campus has been thoughtfully designed to provide students with hostel rooms and study areas that are comfortable, student-friendly, and conducive for both relaxing and studying. The hostel accommodations are furnished, well-ventilated, and contain the necessary features such as Wi-Fi, study desks, linens, and secure entrance access, which help to create a safe and secure living space for students. Students have access to several common study areas, relaxation areas, and quiet study zones where they can prepare for classes, work on class projects, and work with fellow students without distractions. Overall, the campus's facilities are an ideal balance of being comfortable, convenient, and supporting academics, allowing students to remain settled and focused for the entire semester.

Almost all eligible students at GIBS Business School, Bangalore, obtain internship placement indicating the school's commitment to preparing students to be ready to work in an industry setting through hands-on experience. Approximately 80-90 companies come to the institute annually to provide students with internships across all industries, including marketing, finance, IT/ITES, consulting, FMCG, and analytics. The average stipend that students receive each month while completing their internships is approximately ₹15,000; some of the top companies such as KPMG have been paying stipends up to ₹54,000 per month in recent seasons demonstrating the value of these internships and the compensation associated with them.

The new campus of GIBS Business School is intended to create a healthy balance between academic focus, connection to nature and student life. The campus has many modern amenities such as large, comfortable air-conditioned classrooms, innovation labs and collaborative learning areas that allow students to easily communicate with each other while studying. The landscape design of the campus includes many trees and an abundance of open space to foster a peaceful, low-pollution environment where students can concentrate while studying and enjoy relaxing after a long day of study or work. In addition to providing students with the opportunity to meet outside of the classroom environment, there are a number of additional areas where students can participate in or develop a variety of social interests. These areas include common meeting lounges, activity areas, recreation zones and dedicated sports and fitness spaces, including basketball courts and gyms. The design of the campus is intended to provide an environment that creates opportunities for student comfort, connection and a vibrant student experience. Through this design, the campus fosters an environment in which students can achieve their optimal learning and personal development potential.

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Here's a complete overview of what programs and specialisations GIBS Business School (Bangalore) offers, and how practical the teaching is — especially if you're comparing options for UG/PG management studies:

1. Programs Offered at GIBS

 Undergraduate Program

 BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

• A 3‑year full‑time degree program (industry‑aligned).

• Covers core business fundamentals such as marketing, finance, HR, operations, digital marketing, international business, etc.

• Focuses on practical learning through case studies, industry visits, internships, and soft‑skills workshops. 

 Postgraduate Program

 PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) — AICTE‑approved

• A 2‑year full‑time management program with a trimester system.

• Students get dual specialisation options (choose two areas). 

2. Specialisations Available

 PGDM Dual Specialisations

Students can choose any two from a wide range of management areas:

 BBA Specialisations

Included fields typically include:

• Marketing Management

• Finance Management

• Human Resource Management

• Data Analytics

• International Business
  (Subject to annual updates) 

3. How Practical Is the Teaching at GIBS?

GIBS emphasizes industry relevance and practical skills — not just theory:

Hands‑on Learning

• Case studies, live projects, and business simulations embedded in the curriculum.

• Industrial visits and internships that expose students to real company environments.

• Industry‑expert guest lectures & corporate interactions regularly. 

Structured Practical Components

• Practice School Courses in the PGDM program focus on applying theory to real problem solving.

• Industry projects and Social Immersion Projects help students tackle real business scenarios.

Skill Development Outside Traditional Classes

• Soft‑skills and personality development workshops (like Finishing School training).

• Certification courses in areas like Excel, analytics, AI basics, etc.

• Career services include resume training, interview prep, and placement skill building. 

Research & Innovation Focus

• There's an Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship (IRE) component woven into learning — supporting creativity & problem‑solving.

• Students can participate in seminars, industrial talks, and entrepreneurial events. 

4. Practical Exposure Highlights