Can students go out of GIBS Business School Bangalore campus on Sundays?

GIBS has established an efficient IQAC to perform regular reviews of academic processes, seek feedback, and ensure follow-through on improvement actions. The institute is AICTE-approved and ISO-certified, offering a seal of assurance from external agencies on its quality systems and verification of adherence to the standards of the nation. Additionally, GIBS adheres to structured reviews from its Governing and Academic Council and undergoes faculty development programs at regular intervals to ensure a robust quality of teaching. These internal and external mechanisms working together have been helping the institute ensure that academic delivery, administration, and student outcomes meet high-quality benchmarks.

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• IRE Conference & Awards: An annual event where students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and industry experts converge to share ideas and insights on topics spanning technology, social innovation, and sustainability. Top student teams often present their business ideas during this conference.
• Global IRE Summit: This event brings together global thought leaders to discuss responsible innovation and entrepreneurship, featuring dynamic workshops and networking opportunities.
• GIBS IRE Talks: An ongoing series of talks and workshops (both online and offline) featuring internal and external speakers (including Shark Tank personalities and industry experts) who share their experiences on building brands, scaling startups, and personal development in an entrepreneurial context. 

• Marketing Conclave: This annual event explores innovative strategies in the evolving marketing landscape, focusing on topics like omnichannel shifts, D2C integration, and brand strategies.
• HR Conclave: Focused on the future of Human Resource Management, these conclaves delve into topics like AI-driven strategies in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Finance Conclave: This event focuses on current financial trends, fintech innovations, and strategies for navigating the financial sector, providing a platform for professionals to network and gain expertise. 

• International Conferences: GIBS Bangalore organizes an annual international conference in collaboration with other global institutions (like the Rome Business School, Italy) on themes such as "Employability Outcomes in Higher Education" or "Innovation and Digital Transformation (ICIDT)".
• TEDxGIBS Bangalore: The institution has hosted a highly anticipated TEDx event to inspire innovation and share diverse ideas within the community.
• Annual Conference (Global Interstitial Cystitis Bladder Pain Society - GIBS): This specific medical society, also known as GIBS, holds an annual conference focusing on the treatment and research of Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome.
• Campus Biz & Enchainer: These are national-level management fests and business plan competitions designed for management students to showcase their skills and entrepreneurial acumen. 

GIBS, Bangalore differs from any other PGDM/MBA college by way of its emphasis on experiential learning, holistic development, and innovation-driven education. Some of its unique offerings are the Innovation, Research, and Entrepreneurship School and the specialised PGP-IRE programme targeted at developing entrepreneurial thinking through mentorship, workshops, and incubation. GIBS also has a dedicated "finishing school," the Certified in Personal Mastery Program, oriented toward soft skills, communication, emotional intelligence, and overall personality enhancement.

The institute follows an experiential "Learning by Doing" model. Practical learning, coupled with fieldwork and theory, provides extensive hands-on exposure to students. Furthermore, GIBS comprises various internal specialised schools like the School of Artificial Intelligence and the School of Happiness and Mindfulness for their technical proficiency along with developing emotional intelligence among the students. Due to its strong corporate connections, its "Corporate is Customer" approach, and connecting with 600+ recruiters, GIBS provides top-notch opportunities for internship and placements. Global immersion programs and academic collaborations in the international arena further strengthen the global business perspective that students may gain during their course of studies.

Yes, GIBS Bangalore has received notable recognition for both ROI and innovation in management education. Its strong placement performance, competitive fee structure, and solid salary outcomes contribute to its reputation for high ROI, with a consistently reported 100% placement record often highlighted by media outlets like The Times of India. Placement-related rankings include: 40th in the country for the Times of India B-School Survey 2023; 9th for BBA placements in 2022; and 35th for B-school placements in 2024.

GIBS has also been in the news for its good placements and internship records from media like Outlook, Business Standard, and The Print. On the innovation front, the institute's unique learning ecosystem—particularly Innovation, Research, and Entrepreneurship (IRE) School—has been appreciated as a hotspot for grooming entrepreneurs. Awards and Recognition: "Students' Choice Award" for Best Startup Incubator. Featured as "New Age B-School" by Forbes India for modern pedagogy, handson learning model, and innovative courses such as the CPMP.

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• Top National Rankings (2024-2025):
  • 34th in India for B-School Placements by the Times B-School Survey 2025.
  • 23rd Best B-School in India by The Week 2024.
  • 18th National Rank (among private B-schools) by the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025.
  • 10th Best B-School in India by The Open Survey 2024.
  • 5th Ranked Top BBA College of Eminence in India by GHRDC 2024.
• Major Awards and Ratings (Recent Years):
  • NBA Accreditation: The PGDM program has recently been awarded the prestigious National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
  • Best Educational Institute in Management 2023: Recognized by ET Ascent.
  • Business School of the Year – South 2022: Awarded by Outlook.
  • "New Age B-School": Featured by Forbes India in July 2021.
  • "Sustainable Institution of India": Awarded the Diamond Band (A+ Grade) by R. World Institutional Ranking 2023.

• International Recognition:
  • "Triple Crown" Accreditation: Holds international accreditations from EQUIS (EU), AMBA (UK), and AACSB (USA), placing it among the elite global business schools.
  • Financial Times Executive Education Rankings 2025: Recognized as the highest-ranked South African institution for Executive Education by the UK Financial Times.