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XIMB is a government institution located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, established in 1987. It offers 1+ courses across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The institution is a…

#31 NIRF
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Pursuing a degree in HR from NMIMS would be a better option if it comes to educational excellence, ranking, infrastructure, campus life, hostels, or placement.

If we draw a comparison between these two prestigious institutions then it would depend on various aspects. They are as follows:

  • Ranking and reputation: NMIMS Mumbai, has ranked 21st among the best management institutes in India by NIRF 2023. This proves the academic excellence, infrastructural ability, placement success, and reputation all over India. Whereas according to the NIRF report 2023, XIMB ranked #46 among all the management schools in India.
  • Accreditation: NMIMS Deemed-to university is accredited by NAAC with a 3.59 CGPA and Grade A+, whereas XIMB is accredited by NAAC with an "A" grade.
  • Faculty & alumni: The professors are very good at teaching and most of them hold a PhD degree in their field of expertise. Nitin Rakesh (Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mphasis), Gautam Shiknis (Founder and MD of Palador Pictures), and many more eminent professionals are notable alumni of this institution.
  • Placement: Placement statistics for the year 2023 are mentioned in the tabulated form- 

Particulars

NMIMS Placement 2023

XIMB Placement 2023

Highest Package

INR 67.80 LPA

INR 71.51 LPA

Average Salary

INR 26.63 LPA

INR 20.03 LPA

Top Recruiters

Aditya Birla Capital, American Express, Goldman Sachs, Crisil, etc.

ICICI Bank, Accenture, Cognizant

After considering all of these factors, it is clear that NMIMS is the best fit for pursuing an MBA degree in HR. The campus, programs, and opportunities available align perfectly with the goals of an MBA aspirant.

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It seems you are unsure about the branch you are interested in. Both PGDM and HR are diverse branches and one needs to first determine the field they are interested in only then they can make a sound decision. 

If you are interested in HR, then choose XIMB HR without any second thoughts. It's the best HR program in the country. However, it's important to note that in this field your academics and profile building matter more than anything. Xavier School of HRM will provide ample opportunities for you. 

An MBA in HR requires you to scale up for which you need a better skill set and a better learning experience that you can get at XIMB and not Tapni. However, if you are unsure of your interests, go for a PGDM in Tapmi. 

Here is a brief overview of these branches

Particulars

TAPMI

XIMB 

Number of Recruiters

100+

71

Highest CTC

INR 24.8 LPA

INR 71.51 LPA

Average CTC

INR 15.7 LPA

INR 20.03 LPA

I hope you make the right choice!

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The School of Human Resource Management at XIM University originated from XIMB’s HR specialization program and has been shaping HR professionals since 1987. The students of the school are grounded in the vision and values of excellence and ethics set by XIM University. 

SHRM USA recognizes the School of Human Resource Management's curriculum as meeting worldwide standards. It is India’s top B-school in HR and has a large alumni network.

The placements of the MBA - HRM program at the School of Human Resource Management achieved an average CTC (Cost to Company) of 16.64 LPA (Lakhs per annum) and the highest domestic salary of 32.21 LPA in various domains such as Talent Acquisition, HR Advisory, Learning and Development, HR Analytics, Industrial Relations, HR Business partnering, etc., for the batch of 2021-23.

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There is no doubt that students should choose XIMB. It truly has a strong brand of academics in Management Studies at both the national and international levels.

XIMB Rural management students receive 100% placement every year, not only in banks and companies but also in many government agencies. The highest package offered was of 17 LPA and the average package offered is of 8 LPA. 

The Infrastructure and campus at XIMB create a diverse setting for students to study in. Over 25 years of rural management experience and direct exposure to fieldwork. All of this influences students' decisions to invest their money at XIMB.

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KIIT University

Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB)

Ranking

#44 in NIRF 2021

#31 in NIRF 2021

Student Intake (MBA)

600

360

Average CTC Offered (MBA)

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 15.42 LPA

Top Recruiters

Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Cognizant, Deloitte, Capgemini

Deloitte, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Vodafone, Amazon, Flipkart

Notable Alumni

Manoj Nayak, Satya Prakash Panda, Monica Das, Dutee Chand

Naveen Jindal, B. Muthuraman, Ashok Soota, Anil Swarup

On the basis of comparison table also XIMB is better when compared to KIIT.

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XLRI and XIMB MBA programs differ in the following ways.

Curriculum: XLRI's MBA emphasizes ethics and social responsibility and general management. However, XIMB's MBA program balances management and leadership.

Faculty: XLRI offers an esteemed faculty with industry expertise. XIMB's professors may not have as much industry experience as XLRI's.

Placement: XLRI graduates work in leading businesses across industries. XIMB's placement record may not be as good as XLRI's.

Brand: XLRI is one of India's top business schools. XIMB is well-known but not as well-established as XLRI.

Choosing between XLRI and XIMB's MBA programs depends on your career goals, curriculum, faculty, and placement possibilities. Hope it helps, choose wisely, All the best!

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Out of all these colleges, IMI Delhi seems to be the best option for a person looking to major in finance. IMT Ghaziabad has been known for its marketing for a long time and SCMHRD, as the name suggests, is an amazing institution for HR. XIMB is also a decent option for finance but IMI seems to edge it out due to the following reasons-

  • Intellectual capital: IMI New Delhi is one of the premier B-schools in the country. The faculty of IMI is renowned and they are among one of the best minds in the country.
  • Alumni Base: The institute is 42 years old, so the alumni base is very strong. Some of the top leaders of the industry are graduates from IMI.
  • Batch Strength: A small batch enhances the overall classroom experience. IMI has a decent batch strength. Neither too big nor too small. PGDM: 235 seats, PGDM BFS: 50 seats, PGDM HR: 45 seats
  • Placements: The average package of students at IMI for 2023 was 17.01 Lacs and recruiters for finance included American Express, Bank of America, Barclays, and HSBC among others.
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Although it is student-driven and the college placement committee supports it as needed, XIMB currently doesn't offer placement for the executive batch because most of the students coming there are on sabbatical. However, there have been discussions that indicate that if the majority chooses to pursue placements rather than taking sabbaticals, the college will begin offering them in the upcoming years.

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Xavier University, Bhubaneswar (XUB) includes the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), as well as the Xavier University, Bhubaneswar (XUB). In contrast to XUB, which provides a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate programs in subjects like business, law, sustainability, and communication, XIMB, a constituent school of XUB, specializes in management programs.

Despite being independent institutions, XIMB and XUB share a campus as well as some administrative and academic resources. As a result, certain activities and occasions, such as placements, workshops, and seminars, may be frequent.

However, depending on the program and the demands of the recruiters, the placement recruitment procedure for XIMB and XUB is different. The placement procedure is typically coordinated by the relevant schools and is tailored to the particular requirements and preferences of the recruiters.

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If you do not have a specific preference for specialty, the XLRI HRM course is the greatest fit for your needs.

The HRM course at XLRI Jamshedpur is the best in Asia. They receive incredible placements, and the profiles they get are better than any other HR programme in India. Few students in XL HR have been placed in Consulting and General Management roles, which are in high demand at major business schools. Almost all of the top HR in India's leading firms are from XL Jamshedpur, which helps with networking and job advancement. They have a fantastic alumni network. The recent appointment of Leena Nair as Chanel's global CEO is an illustration of how their graduates (XL HR) have performed.

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The full-time, one-year Executive MBA program at XIMB is specifically created for managers and working executives who want to become tomorrow's business leaders. For individuals who have the potential to take on senior management responsibilities in the future, this program offers a fantastic opportunity to undertake a postgraduate program in management without halting their existing professional careers. This course is suitable for people who are taking a one-year leave/ sabbatical from their present job and hope to return to the same organization after the completion of the program.

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XIMB is a government institution located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. It was established in 1987.

XIMB holds an NIRF ranking of #31 in India.

XIMB offers 1+ programs across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, listed with fees under Courses & Fees.

Applications for XIMB are submitted through its official website, http://www.ximb.edu.in, or through the counselling body applicable to your chosen course.

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