Management Department

I studied my PGDM in Bangalore at GIBS, and there were opportunities to get exposure beyond the usual classroom learning. We had industry visits, interactions with professionals, guest sessions and opportunities to learn about how businesses work in different markets. GIBS also conducts international-oriented activities and exposure programmes from time to time. 

For me, the international exposure was more about getting a broader business perspective and interacting with people from different backgrounds, rather than just going on a foreign trip. Overall, GIBS gives students opportunities to understand business from a wider perspective along with regular academics.

GIBS is one of the leading institutes of management in Bangalore. They are famous among the students seeing a practical and industry-based MBA/PGDM course. Different from some institutions that have high recognition or a great research approach, GIBS is prideful to have curriculums aimed at career planning.

Reasons for GIBS competitiveness among other colleges in Bangalore

• Strong emphasis on practical learning through the industry-oriented programmes.
• 70% of practical exposure through live projects, case studies, internship programmes, business simulation exercises, and industry visits.
• CPMP (Career & Personality Management Programme) for the development of communications and leadership skills.
• IRE (Innovation, Research, Entrepreneurship) programme aimed at research and startup projects.
• Possibility of dual specializations for wider career opportunities.
• Modern 10-acre Mind Valley campus with smart classrooms and innovation areas.
• Regular CEO meetings, guest speakers, workshops, and cooperation with other professionals.

I studied at GIBS, so I can speak from my own experience. For both BBA and PGDM, GIBS gives students good exposure through internships, projects, presentations, industry sessions and campus activities.

For BBA, it's a good place to build your basics and get early exposure to the corporate side. For PGDM, the focus becomes more career-oriented with practical learning, industry interaction and placement preparation. I also went through the placement process myself and got placed at 9.5 LPA.

So, looking at placements, practical exposure and the overall experience, I'd definitely consider GIBS for both BBA and PGDM. It's one of the best colleges in terms of placements and ROI.

Yes, the GIBS Business School indeed has international exposure programs which provide its students with the necessary global business mindset in order for them to successfully build careers in multinational firms. The students gain good knowledge of cross-cultural and international business through the process of global immersion as well as through international cooperation and communication with foreign professors.

As for GIBS international exposure opportunities 

• Global Immersion Programme, including optional study tours to Singapore, Malaysia, and Dubai.
• Different types of industrial visits, university visits, workshops, and guest lectures during the tours.
• International assignments and projects aimed at developing students' vision of global business.
• Collaborations with reputable foreign universities in order to achieve academic and scientific objectives.
• Getting educated by international faculty members and industry professionals through various seminars and value-added formats of education.
• Getting acquainted with case studies and acquiring relevant skills thanks to cross-cultural networking.
• Opportunities for exchange programs and joint research projects, obtaining international certificates thanks to cooperation with numerous foreign partners.

From the recent placement,  263+ companies participated in GIBS Bangalore's placement drive, while 110+ companies were involved in internships. 

I studied at GIBS, and we had a lot of exposure to companies through internship drives, pre-placement talks, industry sessions and placement activities. I also went through the internship process myself, so I got to see how actively the placement team worked with students.

There were companies from different areas like finance, banking, IT, consulting, FMCG and marketing, so students had different kinds of roles to explore.

Honestly, . For me, the internship exposure was one of the useful parts of my GIBS experience and got placed with a 9.5 LPA package, so I can genuinely say the placement support and company exposure were helpful.

At GIBS Business School, students have a chance to make the most of beautiful campus life that includes studying, learning, personal growth, and industry exposure. Mind Valley campus spans over 10 acres, where students can learn, work, improve their skills, and have fun in socially active environment.

The unique aspects of campus life at GIBS include:

• 10 acres of rich green campus Mind Valley with the latest infrastructure and smart classrooms.
• Student clubs, cultural activities, management fests, sports and leadership programs.
• Career Management and Personality Development Program (CPMP), innovation, research, and entrepreneurship plans for overall development.
• Guest lectures, corporate speakers, workshops, industry contacts.
• Place for collaborative learning, seminar halls, library, innovation labs, and Wi-Fi-enabled campus.
• Sports infrastructure, gym, yoga, dance hall, amphitheater and recreation spaces.
• Comfortable hostel facilities, cafeteria and safe campus.
• Wide range of extracurricular activities to develop teamwork, communication, leadership and networking skills.

Yes, The GIBS Business School is firmly one of the top contenders in Bangalore management colleges. GIBS is a good option for students who want to enhance their management skills through practical training, exposure to the corporate world, and skills-focused education. GIBS has reached this position since it adopts an industry-centric approach in its curriculum, including initiatives in innovation, research, and entrepreneurship, engaging students in live projects and internships, offering normalized rates of access to the Business and Personality Management Program and modern facilities available over 10 acres of land. GIBS is ambitious in preparing students for their future careers since it offers placement services and benefits from cooperation with major companies, offering students a chance to study management and obtain practical skills in the field.

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.