GIBS Business School

GIBS has provided a significant level of placement support and established strong relationships with employers, resulting in impressive salaries for recent graduates. The average salary for new graduates is approximately 16.15 LPA and the average salary for recent graduates is about 7.8 LPA, which reflects the high amount of support provided and the strong relationships GIBS has established with employers. The number of recruiters who take part in GIBS's placement processes exceeds 200, fulfilling multiple sectors including Consulting, Finance, Marketing, Technology, etc. Both internships and final job offers have been emphasized throughout the entire placement process, ensuring students receive a mix of practical experience and full-time work experience. Overall, GIBS provides many competitive job opportunities to help its new graduates find great paying jobs that have excellent growth potential.

The Robert Gordon University Institute of Business Studies (GIBS) has created a robust framework of recognition for undergraduate students in order to reward their success in terms of academics, leadership, and co-curricular activities. The highest-achieving students are presented with merit awards and certificates at annual functions, which serves as a source of motivation for continued excellence in performance throughout their academic journey. Students demonstrate their ability to lead by taking the initiative in clubs, committees, and campus events through the receipt of leadership awards. Co-curricular activities are recognised through the awarding of prizes for demonstration of excellence in the areas of culture, sports, and innovation. The awards serve not only to recognise individual accomplishments, but also to develop and maintain a healthy sense of competition and promote the holistic development of the students. Through the recognition of a broad range of achievements, GIBS creates an environment in which students feel appreciated for their efforts and inspired to succeed across all areas of life.

Indeed, at GIBS, we have developed various programs designed specifically for recognizing faculty for their accomplishments in teaching and research through awards, certificates and appreciation events. Faculty who excel at delivering engaging classroom experiences, mentoring students, using innovative teaching techniques etc. will receive awards throughout the year during our various academic ceremonies. In addition to those faculty members being recognised, we also acknowledge faculty members who contribute to developing new knowledge through academic research, publications and industry partnerships, as well as improving GIBS' reputation by enhancing its position within the community. Not only do these recognitions motivate and inspire faculty, but also demonstrate to our students the examples that exist of successful academics and professionals. All of these initiatives foster a culture of appreciation, innovation and continuous improvement within GIBS.

The GIBS Innovation Lab enables students to experiment with their ideas while developing innovative solutions through experimentation. The IRE School includes an IRE Program consisting of courses based on the principles of Innovation, Research and Entrepreneurship.

The GIBS Innovation Lab additionally provides students the opportunity to gain experience with actual business challenges through participation in business simulations; through participation in live projects; and by completing industry internships. Students will receive additional guides to help them create their Start-ups through the Startup Bootcamp, and through mentoring sessions, as well as regular workshops.

Students will have an opportunity to connect with business professionals by attending a variety of events which may include regular workshops, guest lectures and networking events. Collectively, all of these efforts help build confidence, promote creativity and prepare students to be innovators and entrepreneurs in the ever-changing world of business.

At GIBS, faculty are supportive, approachable, and dedicated to the success of their students. The faculty members facilitate easy communication so that students can receive help from them both in the classroom and beyond, and that is part of their mentorship responsibilities. Often, faculty assist with academic projects, career development, and personal growth in addition to offering real-world tips through their industry experience. The supportive, collaborative environment provided by faculty members allows students to develop confidence, motivation, and preparation for the challenges that lie ahead while building a foundation for both professional and personal growth.

The GIBS process for campus recruitment is well organized and supportive. They provide the students with pre-placement training that helps improve their communication, aptitude, and interview skills. After the training sessions, companies are invited to campus for recruitment and present their company profile and the jobs they are recruiting for. Following this, students are taken through multiple rounds of interviewing, which include the aptitude test, group discussion, personal interview, and possibly others, depending on the company's recruitment process. The placement cell coordinates all steps of the hiring process, thus facilitating smooth lines of communication between students and employers. During the entire season, students receive support from their professors and mentors to help them build their confidence and find the supply-demand match between their skills and career aspirations.

GIBS (the Graduate School of Business) offers internships to graduating students as a step toward acquiring permanent jobs through placements in roles that have been established at their institutions. At GIBS, students' internship placements take place at companies who are "test driving" potential future employees. Internship placements enable students to gain hands-on experience in their chosen career fields and to demonstrate their problem-solving skills, teamwork capabilities, and agility for change. Employers value candidates with the ability to demonstrate these aforementioned qualities, and will often offer interns a full time position after successful completion of the internship program. GIBS maintains a strong presence in South Africa's higher education system, establishing relationships with multiple reputable South African higher education institutions. Providing structured internship programs allow GIBS to position candidates for employment opportunities after graduation and reinforce the value of the internship as an integral part of the educational process.

Absolutely, GIBS Business School provides an array of more than adequate financial assistance as well as scholarship opportunities to assist incoming students. In the case of scholarships, these are usually based off of either merit, scores achieved on the entrance exam, as well as academic performances achieved throughout school as well as possible accomplishments outside of school (extracurricular).

Also, in regards to Financial Aid, GIBS offers financial aids to students who have a low or weak economic background. Flexible Payment Plans and Installment Payment Plans are both available for financial assistance that would lessen the burden of receiving financial assistance. Additionally, GIBS has partnered with different banking institutions to create Education Loans with competitive interest rates. All of these initiatives allow eligible students to obtain elite academic experiences without creating a financial burden as well as giving access to an elite academic environment for all prospective students regardless of the income level.