What attracts you to the PGDM/MBA programme at GIBS compared to other business schools?

GIBS strongly supports students who are interested in starting their own startups through a well-structured ecosystem for entrepreneurship, comprising its Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship School and Institution Innovation Council. Students get proper guidance through incubation facilities, innovation labs, startup pitch sessions, workshops, mentoring by entrepreneurs and industry experts, live projects, and regular guest lectures, complemented by training in skill development and business readiness. Continuous support for converting ideas into workable ventures while pursuing studies has enabled more than 30 student-led startups to emerge from the GIBS campus so far, thus substantiating the commitment of the institute towards fostering entrepreneurship and innovation.

The faculty of GIBS actively incorporate case studies, live projects, and business simulations to make learning pragmatic and industry-oriented. Various case studies are discussed in the class to analyze real situations in business, make decisions, and understand the challenges of the industry. Students work on live projects and assignments with companies, enabling them to relate classroom concepts to the real world. Additionally, simulations and role-plays are employed in the areas of strategy, marketing, finance, and operations management to develop skills and provide students with hands-on experience, critical thinking ability, and managerial confidence.

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 continuous and integral part of the learning at GIBS, thereby keeping the students connected with industry expectations and evolving business practices.

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The key campus and hostel facilities that GIBS provides to PGDM/MBA students.

Full‑fledged academic infrastructure: GIBS has smart classrooms equipped with audio‑visual systems, digital classrooms, computer labs, and other labs (including specialised labs such as innovation / research / marketing / IT labs depending on course).

Library & study resources: There is a library (with both print and digital resources, including e‑journals, open‑access repositories, business‑studies resources) for student and faculty use.

IT & WiFi connectivity: The campus is WiFi‑enabled and supports online access for learning / research / assignments.

Seminar/auditorium/conference infrastructure: GIBS campus includes a duplex auditorium, conference and seminar halls, an amphitheatre, and other venues — useful for guest lectures, workshops, cultural events, seminars, etc. 

Cafeteria / mess / dining options: For food and refreshments, there is a cafeteria / mess on campus, providing meals and snacks to students and hostel‑residents.

Recreation, extra‑curricular & sports facilities: GIBS offers a variety of recreational and sports amenities — including indoor and outdoor games, a sports arena (outdoor courts / grounds), gyms, yoga/dance rooms/studios, and a multipurpose club‑house / recreation area. 

Health & medical support: The campus provides basic medical assistance — a doctor on call and first‑aid facilities.

Transport & accessibility: There is transport / commute support for students for easier access to campus or nearby PG/hostels (especially useful for those not staying on campus).

Co‑curricular / extracurricular & holistic development support: Through the auditorium, amphitheatre, dance/yoga studios, clubs and sports, GIBS encourages holistic development beyond academics (fitness, cultural events, social & leadership activities).