From my experience, it's honestly a lot more than I expected. The CPM/finishing school itself runs almost like a separate layer on top of PGDM — regular skill-building sessions, aptitude training, communication practice, mock GDs, mock interviews, resume work, plus recruiter-specific prep. If you co
How many hours of structured placement training and skill-building does a PGDM student receive at GIBS?
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From my experience at GIBS Bangalore, placement preparation is given good importance throughout the PGDM course. I don't remember the exact number of training hours, but students get regular sessions to improve their skills and prepare for interviews. The focus is not just on academics but also on c
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GIBS Business School does not divulge the exact number of hours devoted to placement training or skill development activities, as these activities are included in every module of the two-year PGDM programme. Hence, students will be getting the required professional development along with their studi
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GIBS gives PGDM students 400+ hours of structured Finishing School/CPMP training.
It is not only about studies — there is proper focus on communication, confidence, grooming and personality development.
Students also get training for resume building, GDs and personal interviews, which is useful when p
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At GIBS Bangalore, a PGDM student gets a lot of structured placement training and skill-building support spread over the two-year programme. This includes aptitude training, communication practice, mock group discussions, mock interviews, resume work, and industry-focused sessions as part of the fin
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Placement training for PGDM students at GIBS Business School includes strategic and effective skills-based development throughout the two years instead of just being directed towards a quick crash course. The Placement Team's training is conducted in a designated Finishing School (CPM/CPMP) within t
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