Interview of an IMS Alumunus
1. We know IMS started in 1990. Can you help relieve the journey for the last 34 years in brief? How have things changed?
- In the past 34 years Institute of Management Studies, Ghaziabad has evolved to the changing dynamics of management education and maintained a significant development. IMS Ghaziabad also solidified its position in the areas of Research & Publication, Infrastructure, Global Collaboration, Alumni Network, Ranking & Accolades, and Industry Interface and became one of the premier management institutes in India.
- Students from different demographics come to the college. How does the college help the students adapt to the same culture under one roof?
- IMS Ghaziabad understands the diversity among its students and actively works to foster a sense of community and belonging among students from different states and backgrounds. Orientation Programs including Ice-Breaking Exercises, Team Building Activities & other Cultural Activities facilitate interaction and bonding among students.
In addition, various committees & clubs like Saksham (HR Club), Markwiz (Marketing Club), Ayaam (Operation Club), Finnacle (Finance Club) & Abhaar (Social Initiative Club) provide opportunities to the students to showcase their culture, art, cuisine and regional tradition. Participating in these clubs and committees allows students to connect with peers who share similar interests and passions, transcending geographical and cultural boundaries. Also various Festivals and Cultural Events. Mentoring Programmes, Peer Support, Cross-Cultural Workshops, Seminars & Residential Life provide informal settings for students to interact, share experiences and forge friendships across cultural boundaries.
- Can you say something about the placement opportunities? (Mention about alumni achievements)
- IMS Ghaziabad has a consistent placement record of 100% with 38% multiple offers in the academic year 2021-23. We have a Highest CTC of 28 LPA with a Median CTC of 9.30 LPA. In the current year 30% New Recruiters Added along with the Addition of 20% New Profile. Also in the current session, 168 Recruiters Visited the Campus with 40% multiple offers.
- In addition, IMS Ghaziabad has strong connections with the Alumni and they always serve as the torchbearers for the current batch of students. Our Alumni are placed in Top Corporates, Government & Public Services, and Entrepreneurship. The Alumni mentorship program at IMS Ghaziabad helps the students navigate career choices along with personal & professional growth.
- What extracurricular activities do IMS focus on?
- Extracurricular activities at IMS Ghaziabad play a pivotal role in nurturing leadership skills, creativity, teamwork, and social responsibility among students, complementing their academic pursuits and contributing to their overall personal and professional development. The co-curricular activities at IMS Ghaziabad include the Annual Fest “Melange”, Annual Sports Meet “Khelo IMS”, Annual Academic Fest “ Samaagam”, Annual Inter-Institute SIP Competition “Vishleshan”, Annual International Conference “IMS-ICON”& many more.
- In addition, students are actively engaged in social impact initiatives through clubs and committees like Blood Donation Camp, Tree Plantation, Blanket Donation, Speak India Programme, International Yoga Day, etc focused on community service, rural development, sustainability, and environmental conservation.
- If you could give us an idea about the campus life at IMS
- The campus life at IMS Ghaziabad is vibrant and dynamic where the students develop holistically. Overall, the campus life at IMS Ghaziabad is characterized by academic excellence, cultural diversity, extracurricular vibrancy, and a strong sense of community, creating a transformative learning environment that prepares students for leadership roles in the business world and beyond.
- Your views about GMU
- We believe GMU is the perfect career partner & torchbearer for the management aspirants. GMU also helps the students to make significant decisions in evaluating the right management institution by the information’s like Accreditations, Ranking, Faculty Quality, Infrastructure, Curriculum, Placements, Students' life, Alumni Network, and so on.
- Anything you want to add/any advice to students
- We believe holistic development should be a primary objective for any student rather than final placement. If complete development is there in any institute then placement has always been a byproduct. Thus, I believe always students should focus on personal & professional development.
Ashish Kumar Panda
Head-Admissions & Outreach, IMS Ghaziabad
Alumnus of IIM – Ranchi, IMT – Ghaziabad & Sambalpur University, Odisha
Spiritual & Happiness Coach
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