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Yes, GIBS has a large amount of emphasis placed on experiential learning combined with more traditional learning.

• The use of case studies, live projects and presentations provide students the opportunity to put their theory into practice, with a focus on applying this in a practical manner within the workplace.
• An IRE (Innovative Research and Entrepreneurship) type of programme provides students the ability to work on real concepts.
• Internships and industry experience provide students with both an opportunity to gain industry-based experience and real life based experience.
• The ability to use group discussions, role plays and simulations to develop their decision-making skills as well as confidence.
• Students can develop their communication and professional skills through the CPMP (Certificate of Personal Mastery Program).

GIBS Bangalore is a good and strong option among MBA/PGDM colleges, especially in the same fee range. It gives a nice balance of studies, practical learning, and industry exposure, which helps students become job-ready. Being in Bangalore is a big advantage because you get more internship and placement opportunities compared to many other colleges.

For Example;

• Good industry exposure with guest lectures and company visits
• Focus on practical learning and skill development
• Strong support for communication and personality growth
• Bangalore location gives better career opportunities
• Decent placements with regular company tie-ups
• Overall balanced college experience for PGDM student

There are three main ways in which GIBS Business School is different from other traditional business schools:

• Practical application of learning: GIBS emphasizes assessment and evaluation based not only on classroom-based learning but also through hands-on experience by being engaged in real-life situations and/or case studies, internships, etc.
• Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship (IRE) focus: GIBS prepares students for jobs but also teaches them how to be innovative entrepreneurs and problem solvers.
• Placement training program: GIBS' placement programme develops students' confidence through the development of interpersonal skills and preparing them for work-related skills. The placement programme starts from day one and continues until graduation.
• Corporate exposure: GIBS provides students with exposure to business and entrepreneurship through guest speakers, industry visits, and leadership speaking engagements.
• Syndicate group system: GIBS develops students' ability to communicate and collaborate with others through teamwork.
• Active campus environment: At GIBS, there is a lot of opportunity for students to participate in various activities, including clubs, competitions, and other events, all while supporting each other academically as well as personally.
• Unlike most business schools, GIBS provides students with the tools and resources necessary to become productive members of their communities, rather than just receiving a degree at the end of four years.

Admittance to any of GIBS Business School's PGDM/MBA programs is open to all students, and depending on which national-level examination (s) available for admissions you have taken (eg. CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT), your application will be evaluated. This provides you with flexibility in applying with multiple exam scores and will allow you to apply with your best overall score. Also, students with state-level or other approved management entrance exam scores will be considered, but if you have not taken one of the above mentioned entrance examinations, GIBS may administer its own examination or evaluate applicants based on their overall academic results, personal interview and group discussion.

At GIBS Business School, students have a range of specializations available to them for their BBA and PGDM, because the school offers a dual specialisation system (you can select two different areas of specialization). The following are the specializations available to BBA students:

BBA Specializations

•  Marketing Management
•  Human Resource Management (HR) 
•  Financial Management
•  Data Analytics
•  Logistics and Supply Chain Management
•  Retail Management

PGDM Specializations

• Marketing Management
• Human Resource Management (HR) 
•  Financial Management
•  Operations and Supply Chain Management
•  International Business
• Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics
•  Digital Marketing
• Information Technology
•  Fintech/Emerging Domains (offered in some programs)

Faculty members at GIBS Business School take an active role in mentoring students through student-led projects and work that relates to the industry - they assist with:

• Live Projects: Faculty help define project objectives, guide research methods, and assist with final presentations.
• Startup/IRE Projects: Faculty support students in developing their business ideas, validating the concept and preparing for the pitch.
• Understanding Cases: Faculty provide guidance to students on how to analyse real world cases and which frameworks and strategies to apply.
• Industry Consulting Projects: Faculty assist students in developing solutions to real world business issues, such as marketing or HR.
• Regular Reviews/Feedback: Faculty provide students with continual evaluations, feedback, suggestions and corrections in order to enhance the quality of their projects.
• Presentation Coaching: Faculty members coach students on how to present professionally to the industry.
• Internship Support: Guidance on how to obtain the most value out of an internship.