I’m planning to apply for an MBA at Pondicherry University through CUET-PG. I wanted to know whether the university conducts a Group Discussion (GD) or Personal Interview (PI) after CUET-PG for final selection, or if admission is based solely on the CUET-PG score.

Guys do phd if you have a bad profile in 10th and 12th , just be sure of phd with good research papers. Advice from IIM BLACKI grad Don't get into IIMs with bad profiles , target masters abroad post phd . Life set , fresh phd itself 600k you getting .

Doing a PGDM at IMI Kolkata, currently in my 2nd trimester. Before this I did B.Com Hons, worked in accounting for a bit, then spent some time in hospitality ops. I'm not going to pretend I have the full picture yet, but I wish someone had written this for me before I applied, so here goes.
Let's start with the money, because that's what everyone dances around. Fees are about ₹[X] lakh, living costs add roughly ₹[Y] lakh, and then there's the two years of salary I'm not earning. That last bit is the real killer. Nobody puts it in the brochure, but it's easily the biggest number.
So what am I getting for it so far? Three things stand out.
The first is the reset. Going from accounting and hospitality into the corporate side would've been a slog on my own. Nobody looks twice at that resume. Here, it's a normal story, because half my batch is switching something.
The second is the pipeline. Campus placements are the whole reason a lot of us are here. You can cold apply, sure, but it's a very different game.
The third is the people. I sit next to engineers, sales guys, a designer. Group projects get messy, but I've learned more from arguing with them than from half my lectures.
Now the stuff people don't say out loud. The degree doesn't get you the job. I can already see people coasting like the college name will carry them, and I don't think it will. I also haven't picked a specialisation yet, and I've learned that placements swing a lot by function, so look at the numbers for the role you want, not the shiny average on the website.
Would I do it again? Yes, but only because I knew I needed the structure. If you're just trying to escape a job you hate, or you could switch with a few good projects and some patience, save your money.
I'll post an update after I pick my specialisation and again after placements. Ask me anything about switching from a non-MBA background, PGDM vs MBA, whatever.

I am a 23 year old, working in WITCH as a Project Engineer. I have a BTech in CSE, and I graduated in 2025 from MIT Manipal. I have 1+ year of work experience. Lately, I have realised that I hate IT due to the constant upskilling required, long working hours, and fear of layoffs and bench policies. Although these are not affecting me badly right now, I am afraid that i would be stuck if I stay in this industry for long, and would be helpless when I'd have to support my family on my shoulders. I feel like I'd always be on survival mode if I stay in IT field.

I was initially thinking that I'd do a MTech at Manipal itself, and go abroad for a PhD to explore research and academia opportunities. It would take at least 7-8 years for me to get into a stable career if I choose this path.

On the other hand, I was thinking of getting a Tier 2.5 MBA from private universities like SRM, Amrita.. I don't think I can crack CAT (or have the time to prepare), and I do not have the financial status to do an MBA from top business schools..

I wonder whether Tier 2.5 MBAs from universities like SRM, Amrita are even worth it, or if I would get a job after doing one..

Other options are to prepare for government exams, or to start my own business (i am from a lower middle class family, so I can't really invest much)..

I am totally confused what I must do. Please guide me 🙏

P.s. I have not started preparing for GATE or CAT. I started working in September 2025, and would have ~2 years of work experience by September 2027

Hi, just looking to know if any candidate who gave his/her interview on 24th Sep, 2026 - has received any admit offer from SPJIMR for the PGPM program?

I am a young professional from Pune, India, and my experience with Masters’ Union’s PGP Rise programme has left me questioning one of the biggest decisions of my life.

This is not just about placements. This is about trust, transparency, and the responsibility of an institution that charges lakhs of rupees from students.

1. Placement promises during admission

During the admission process, the same sales representative who convinced me to join presented placement-related information, including a placement report for TBM, as part of the pitch.

Pratham Mittal has also discussed placements in podcasts. From a prospective student’s perspective, such representations can create the impression that placement support and outcomes are available. The distinction between TBM outcomes, PGP Rise outcomes, and the actual placement support offered to PGP Rise students needs to be made absolutely clear.

Where is the clear, programme-specific placement report that students can use to make an informed decision?

If the outcomes being showcased belong to another programme, prospective students deserve to know that before paying their fees.

1. The 5+ years of experience question

The brochure stated that the programme was intended for candidates with 5+ years of experience. Yet, my experience of the cohort has been that it includes freshers and candidates with substantially less work experience.

I joined with approximately two years of experience.

If the programme was marketed around experienced professionals, why were candidates with very different experience levels admitted? Were the eligibility criteria changed? If so, were prospective students clearly informed before making their decision?

These are reasonable questions that deserve transparent answers.

1. A faculty member’s alleged admission about the sales process

Bhupesh Moharana, a marketing professor, acknowledged in a conversation with me that the sales team had misled students during the admission process, as I understood his statement.

I also have a recording of this conversation.

I am not asking anyone to blindly accept my version. I want the institution to address the conversation, the admission representations, and the supporting evidence through a proper, transparent process.

1. Does the leadership know what is happening?

My concern is not limited to an individual salesperson. I want answers from the PGP Rise team and the institution's leadership, including the people responsible for admissions, marketing, and programme outcomes.

Were the placement representations made during admission accurate? Were the differences between programmes explained? Were the experience criteria communicated honestly?

Students should not have to spend months chasing answers after paying their fees.

1. The financial and personal cost

I have invested approximately 20 lakh in my education. That is a significant amount of money for a young professional, particularly when education loans and financial responsibilities are involved.

I enrolled expecting the programme to help me progress professionally. Instead, the gap between my expectations and my experience has caused me considerable stress about my career and financial future.

The situation has affected my mental well-being, and I have struggled with suicidal thoughts during this difficult period. I am sharing this to explain the seriousness of the impact, not to seek sympathy.

No student should feel that their future has been put at risk because they could not obtain clear answers about what was promised to them.

What I want Masters’ Union to answer

What placement data was shown to prospective PGP Rise students, and which programme did those outcomes actually represent?

What placement assistance and outcomes can PGP Rise students realistically expect?

Why did the admitted cohort include freshers and candidates with substantially less than five years of experience when the brochure referred to 5+ years?

Will the institution review the sales conversations and the recording of my discussion with the faculty member?

What concrete support will be provided to students who believe they joined based on misleading representations?

I am willing to share relevant documents and evidence through an appropriate process. I also invite Masters’ Union to respond to these specific questions.

This is not about attacking an institution for the sake of it. It is about accountability.

An expensive business education programme should not require students to discover the difference between what they understood during admission and what they actually receive after joining.

Prospective students: please ask for the placement report for the exact programme you are joining, speak to current students and alumni, verify the eligibility criteria, and get placement commitments in writing before paying.

Education is an investment. Transparency should not be optional.

I want answers, accountability, and a fair resolution not marketing statements.

Hi everyone!
I’m considering pursuing an MBA at IBS Hyderabad (ICFAI Business School) and would like to know the reality before making my final decision.
I’ve seen mixed reviews about the college, especially regarding placements, batch size and return on investment. I’d appreciate honest feedback from current MBA students and alumni.
Could you please share your experience regarding:
1. Placements: What is the realistic average and median salary? How many students actually get placed?
2. ROI: Is IBS Hyderabad worth the total fees, including hostel, food and other expenses?
3. Batch size: Does the large batch size create competition for internships and placements?
4. Marketing & Business Analytics: How good are these career paths at IBS Hyderabad?
5. Companies and job roles: Which companies recruit students, and what roles and salary packages do they offer?
6. Internships: Are good summer internships provided through the college?
7. Faculty and academics: Is the teaching practical and industry-oriented?
8. Placement support: Does the placement cell help average students, or mainly the top performers?
9. Campus life and hostel: How are the facilities, food, rules and overall student environment?
10. Degree and recognition: What degree is awarded, and are there any issues with its recognition or acceptance for future studies and jobs?
11. Biggest disadvantages: What should students know before paying the fees?
12. Final verdict: Would you recommend IBS Hyderabad over other MBA colleges with similar fees?
Please share genuine experiences, especially from the 2024–26 and 2025–27 batches. I’m looking for realistic feedback, including both positives and negatives, rather than promotional claims.
Thank you!

rn im in sem one manipal blr cse, but im thinking to drop out, i wanna go for bba instead, my sem ends at the end of nov , if i start from January will i be able to crack?also what are some good college options for bba(pvt)

How to answer a question when the interviewer asks why you need a second MBA. Given I already have one MBA degree from not so good clg. That too 10 years back.

Do you think this course is worth it? Ofc they dont have placement help but the course seems good. But yes it is weekend batch. That is written in the degree certificate. Please help. Need views on this

I am a male Industrial Designer (B.Des) with 4.5 years of work ex.

I have started the Industrial Design function as a part of R&D of a big company and have been leading a team of 4.

GMAT FE: 655

GPA: 8.36

12th (ISC): 84.5%

10th (ICSE): 82.5%

Apart from this, with my company, I have filed for 3 patents and won the Red Dot Award (big thing in Design) 3 times.

I have some International exposure, I keep travelling to China for Canton fair and work, and I spent my 6th semester in France.

Apart from this, no particular extracurriculars that are noteworthy.

I am considering a GMAT retake but if I don't get a better score, what do my chances look like?

I want to apply for MBA Finance in SP Jain, I don't have any prior workex in finance nor do I have any certification like CFA L1 anything. I want an honest review of whether I would be able to land a good job there. Profile is 9/9/9 from a top 10 NIRF Engg college.

I also want to know the reality of jobs after MBA finance, how hectic the jobs are and what is the effect of AI on these jobs

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