Ask & Answer Question

In what ways do GIBS faculty support students in research, entrepreneurship, and startup or incubation initiatives?

2 Views | Posted 2 days ago

Asked by Preethi

No answers yet.

Can you answer this question?

Similar Questions for you

How approachable are GIBS professors for doubt clearing and career guidance outside class?

heena agrawal

Hi.

At GIBS (Global Institute of Business Studies), Bangalore, students generally find professors highly approachable for both academic doubt-clearing and career guidance outside the classroom.

Very approachable faculty

Dedicated mentoring system

Career guidance is a strong focus

Extra support through clubs and workshops

Accessible through multiple channels

How do GIBS faculty use case studies, projects, and simulations in their teaching?

heena agrawal

Hi.

GIBS (Global Institute of Business Studies), Bangalore, is known for using a practical, experience-based learning model, and the faculty integrate case studies, projects, and simulations deeply into classroom teaching. Here's how they use each method:

1. Case Studies (Harvard-style, Industry-specific)

GIBS faculty frequently use case studies to help students understand real business situations.

How they use them:

Break down real company problems (marketing, finance, HR, operations, strategy).

Encourage group discussions and debates.

Assign pre-class reading followed by in-class analysis.

Compare student solutions to actual industry decisio

...more

Hi.

1. Case Studies (Harvard-style, Industry-specific)

GIBS faculty frequently use case studies to help students understand real business situations.

How they use them:

Break down real company problems (marketing, finance, HR, operations, strategy).

Encourage group discussions and debates.

Assign pre-class reading followed by in-class analysis.

Compare student solutions to actual industry decisions.

Use global case studies: Harvard, IIMs, Stanford, Forbes, McKinsey cases, etc.

Purpose:

Develop problem-solving skills

Improve decision-making

Strengthen analytical thinking

2. Live Projects & Mini Projects

Faculty integrate project work into almost every subject.

Types of projects:

Industry-based projects in marketing, finance, HR, analytics

Market surveys, financial analysis, HR mapping

Live corporate consulting projects

Entrepreneurship development projects

How they guide students:

Faculty act as project supervisors

Weekly review meetings

Feedback on presentations and reports

Coordination with corporate mentors for industry insights

Outcome:

Students gain hands-on experience

They understand how theory works in real companies

3. Simulations (Business, Financial & Leadership)

Simulations are used to give students a realistic, risk-free environment to make decisions.

Tools & methods include:

Business simulation games (market competition models)

Financial trading simulations (virtual trading floors)

HR/Leadership simulations

Marketing strategy games

ERP-based business management simulations

How faculty run simulations:

Students are divided into teams

They run companies virtually and make strategic decisions

Faculty track performance and provide feedback

Debriefing sessions help students learn from mistakes

Benefits:

Builds strategic thinking

Teaches teamwork under pressure

Encourages real-time decision making

4. Experiential Learning Model (GIBS Signature Approach)

GIBS faculty follow a well-structured experiential model, combining:

Classroom Theory → Case Study → Project → Simulation → Industry Interaction → Reflection

This ensures students understand concepts from both academic and practical angles.

5. Integration with Industry Experts

Faculty often co-teach sessions with:

Industry trainers

Corporate leaders

Entrepreneurs

less

What is the faculty student ratio at GIBS and how does it help in mentoring?

heena agrawal

Hi.

According to the latest “Mandatory Disclosure” for 2024-25, GIBS reports a permanent-faculty : student ratio of 1:16.

Many publicly available descriptions of GIBS say the student-faculty ratio is ~ 15:1.

Some external sources (like third-party rating / review sites) have cited slightly different ratios or past estimates (e.g. 17:1) but the institution's own disclosures are the most reliable.

So in short — GIBS generally maintains a ratio where there is about 1 faculty member for every ~15–16 students.

Does GIBS invite visiting/guest faculty or corporate leaders regularly for sessions and how often do these happen?

Mohammed Maqsood

Yes, GIBS regularly invites visiting faculty, industry experts, and corporate leaders for interactive sessions, workshops, and masterclasses. These engagements happen frequently throughout the year, often in the form of weekly or monthly expert talks under initiatives like the GIBS IRE School, Leadership Talk Series, Saturday Club Activities, and specialised domain sessions. Students get to be exposed to CEOs, entrepreneurs, senior managers, startup founders, and subject specialists who share real-world insights, current industry trends, and practical learnings beyond textbooks. Overall, guest lectures and corporate interactions are a

...more

How approachable are GIBS faculty for doubt-clearing, mentoring, and career guidance outside class hours?

heena agrawal

Hi.

At GIBS (Global Institute of Business Studies), Bangalore, the faculty are generally known to be highly approachable and supportive beyond regular classroom hours. The institute emphasizes a student-centric learning environment, which reflects in how mentors and professors interact with students.