Showing posts with label mba rankings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mba rankings. Show all posts

Sunday, October 7, 2012

MBA Ranking 2012




Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2012. Check this link for the Top MBA Rankings : http://rankings.ft.com/exportranking/global-mba-rankings-2012/pdf

Friday, October 5, 2012

IIM-A moves up in The Economist MBA ranking

 
The Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM-A) on Friday said it has been ranked 56th globally in The Economist full-time MBA programmes ranking 2012, moving up from the 78th position last year.
The Institute has made it to the 5th position in the Asia and Australasia 2012 regional rankings, moving up from 9th position last year.
IIM-A is the only Indian B-school to get ranked in the The Economist full-time MBA programmes since the last three years, according to a release.

Thursday, October 4, 2012

How to Select the Best MBA College? Know MBA School Rankings

There are probably thousands of MBA colleges if you consider the whole subcontinent. And with all these colleges, you will have thousands of MBA programs to choose from. This has made it really difficult for a student to choose the right college. So, what are the factors you need to keep in mind before you select the right college? Knowing the MBA school rankings is a must and apart from that one needs to know on what parameters these rankings are based. Here are a few pointers...
The accreditation of the college matters a lot and is one of the prime factors which determine MBA school rankings. The accreditation is a kind of certification which is being given by the senior management of other schools and a team of professional assessors who are specially employed for the job. A college with accreditation must meet the prescribed academic standard set by the professional assessors. If the college is not accredited, it is better not to enroll for the course.
The college faculty is equally important. They are not just teachers but are the ones who will guide you in the path of your career. Teachers in MBA schools are like counselors or guides who will help you to identify your weaknesses and strengths, and direct you towards your goal. The college which is known to have qualified professors will be undoubtedly the best choice. Check out the quality of professors especially in the field where you want to specialize. For instance if you want to specialize in marketing, take note of the professors who will teach you the subject. They should be experts in their fields.
Some factors like the location of the college also matters for the students and is a determining factor in MBA school rankings. There are students who would not like to travel thousands of miles and stay apart from their family. A college in a convenient location can be good for both such parents and their children. However keep in mind that location is often a secondary factor, while things like college faculty and accreditation are given primary importance in the selection process. If you are leaving your home for the first time to lead a life in hostel, you should be extra cautious. The reputation of the college is also important.
You will be leaving home to make a successful career. So you need to choose only the best, which means that you should be discerning about the reputation of the college and the importance of the degree which you will receive. This is directly related to the quality of education imparted in the institution. It is better to do your own research work about the college, the kind of courses offered and if the degree offered by the college is considered prestigious in the corporate world. The ultimate goal of every MBA student is to get a good placement. It is the brand value of the institute which actually helps to determine the kind of placements you will be getting, and the kind of companies which will come to hire you. The best companies of the world will like to hire the best minds in the industry-so make sure you go to an institution which makes you one of the best.
You should also consider the performance of the college before taking admission. Check out their previous year's placement statistics. Also find out if they have a suitable academic corporate interface as it will allow you to be in touch with the current needs of the corporate world. Visit the college as brochures and websites can often be misleading. Take you time but take a wise decision while selecting the right college.