Management Department

Absolutely, the Global Institute of Business Studies (GIBS) incorporates outdoor sporting facilities in its building structure.

Outdoor Sports Facilities include:
Dedicated outdoor fields and sports complexes for playing:

• Cricket
• Football
• Basketball
• Volleyball
• Facilities also support other indoor/outdoor sports like badminton, athletic activities and more!
  Student recreational sporting activities occur throughout the year (including tournaments) encouraging students to participate actively.

Other Highlights about GIBS include:

• A Sport Facility is available for both indoor and outdoor sport participation and practice.
• A focus on student fitness, teamwork and stress relief while also participating in academic classes.

The Global Institute of Business Studies distinguishes itself from other B-schools by emphasizing real-world experience, ongoing professional development, and a holistic approach to personal growth and development as opposed to theoretical knowledge.

• Hands-On Learning through Live Projects, Case Studies, and Real-World Business Experience
• Incubator and Research Program (IRE): A focus on developing new products and services (Research), as well as creating a new business that develops a unique product or service (Entrepreneurship).
• Career Preparation Model Program (CPMP): Professional Training for Communication Skills and Job Placement.
• Career Preparation Begins in First-Year of Study with Placement Readiness Training
• Industry Connection through Guest Speakers, Workshops and Corporate Events.
• Mentoring Program - Academic (Faculty Mentors) and Industry (Business Mentors).
• Skill Development with Emphasis on Soft Skills, Leadership and Confidence.
• Providing assistance to entrepreneurs for Business Startup Development and Business Presentation Skills.
• Providing for total academic, experiential and skill development through a balance of academics and activities.
• Continual Support for Career Development until Student is Placed in a Job.

GIBS Business School Bangalore has a very strong and reliable placement record — consistently achieving nearly 100% placements for MBA and BBA students.

 Placement Highlights (2025)

• Placement Rate: 100% (final placements + internships).
• the highest Package: ₹20 LPA.
• Average Package: ₹8.2 LPA.
• Recruiters: 220+ companies for final placements, 90+ for internships.
• Top Sectors: Market Research, Edutech, Manufacturing, BFSI.
• Notable Recruiters: Northern Trust, L&T Technology Services, Apollo Tyres, Bajaj Finserv, Policy Bazaar, MedPlus, Gallagher, Commonwealth Bank.

 Yearly Placement Numbers

• Students Placed: Nearly all eligible students every year.
• Companies Visiting: 260+ annually.
• Internships: 90+ companies offer summer internships.
• Leadership Roles: 50+ leadership positions offered.
• International Opportunities: 12+ international placement partners.

 Key Takeaways

• The placement cell is proactive, with 400+ hours of practical training to make students “industry-ready.”
• Average students also benefit, as bulk recruiters in BFSI, IT services, and consulting hire widely.
• ROI is strong: With fees around ₹7–8 Lacs and average packages ~₹8 LPA, the return on investment is favorable.

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

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.