Which is a better option for MBA among Lovely Professional University and Doon Business School?

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Puneet Singh · Answer

Dear Shivdasani, Both Lovely Professional University and Doon Business School Dehradun are good private universities in India. Coming to an MBA degree programme, being MBA alumni of LPU I would recommend LPU based on the following points:
The Business School of LPU is accredited by ACBSP, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs from the USA ensuring quality education and industry-experienced faculty members, studying in LPU will get a degree accredited from a body of USA. Placement: Every year more than 550+ companies visit LPU for placements. LPU has a very good placement and achieved awards for employability also. The

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Dear Shivdasani, Both Lovely Professional University and Doon Business School Dehradun are good private universities in India. Coming to an MBA degree programme, being MBA alumni of LPU I would recommend LPU based on the following points:
The Business School of LPU is accredited by ACBSP, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs from the USA ensuring quality education and industry-experienced faculty members, studying in LPU will get a degree accredited from a body of USA. Placement: Every year more than 550+ companies visit LPU for placements. LPU has a very good placement and achieved awards for employability also. The main thing for placement that I liked there is that LPU provides placement classes to the students from the first year, which helps students prepare for placement until their final year of the programme. The highest package offered for the management programme is 21 LPA. Specialisation offered in MBA: Agribusiness Management, Human Resource, Marketing, International Business, Financial Markets, Digital Market, Hospital and Healthcare, Business Analytics, Banking and Financial Services, Operations, Artificial Intelligence, etc. Scholarships: LPU provides very good scholarships on the basis of Percentage in Qualifying Exam/ Qualification previous to Eligibility Qualification, LPU NEST CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ CMAT or NMAT Financial Aid, Need-Based, Financial Aid for Serving/ Retired Defence/ CAPF/ Para- Military Personnel and their dependents, Financial Aid to Persons with Certain Disabilities
Faculty: All faculty members are well qualified from IITs, NITs, Iims, and top-ranked universities all over the world. Infrastructure: All the facilities are available on the campus itself, a student does not need to go outside for anything. On the campus, Central Library, Hospital facility is available 24*7 for staff and students, Shopping mall, Indoor Sports Stadium with 3 Olympic size Swimming Pools, Public/Private Sector Banks, ATM, etc. Ranking:
1. Ranked 1st for Focus on Affordable and clean energy in India
2. Ranked 2nd for Decent Work and Economic Growth in India
3. Ranked 62nd Universities in India
4. Ranked 37th business management schools in India
5. LPU ranks amongst the Top 200 universities of the world as per the prestigious Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021
6. It is among the top 20 Indian organizations that have filed the highest number of patents in India in the last 10 years including IIT Madras. I hope this helps
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Poonam Angural · Answer

MBAs are great for a career change and thriving business opportunities. Though both the universities mentioned above are good in terms of academic structure but being an alumni of LPU let me help in explaining. LPU offers varied opportunities to students to make them corporate-ready these include Use of Simulation in Teaching Strategy, Marketing, Leadership & Research, Live Projects (500+ students participated in different live project in 2020-21, Case Based Teaching, Cutting Edge Courses in Workshop Mode for Hands-on Experience, Student Involvement in Consultancy Projects, Blended Learning/MOOCs. In additions to it. LPU has partnered with National Stock Exchange and many other companies to validate our programs like NSE, CII, TIE, AIESEC, TALENT EDGE AND SAFE EDUCATE. Practo, one of India's leading start up brands, selected 28 LPU students at 6.5 Lacs Packages. In an effort to promote hands on learning, LPU students have access to a huge 9 storey mall where they can start their stores either as students or as alumni. LPU students consult local as well as international businesses as a part of the curriculum. This pushes the students to study real life scenarios and move beyond books. LPU students are given immersive exposure to the industry through frequent industrial visits and interactions with experts. The School hosts conferences that are attended by hundreds of researchers. In the most recent conference, over 80 papers were submitted. LPU is also ranked 78th in the list of all the government and private universities of the country. University's Management School is ranked amongst Top 50 Institutions in India. I believe this helps you in making a choice.

Niharika Singh · Answer

Hi, LPU provides quality education with significant scholarship programs plus holistic learning opportunities. Mittal School of Business is among the first ten institutions in India to get ACBSP (USA) accreditation. Ministry of Human Resource Government of India Ranked Lovely Professional University among the top 50 in India. The programme is designed with current market trends in mind. The placements are guaranteed, and students are given special placement-oriented classes that help them pass the exam and interview. The curriculum is made keeping in mind the current market trends. The placements are 100%, and students have special placement-oriented classes that serve as a booster for students to clear the exam and interview. Companies like Hyatt, Ritz Carlton, Adani Wilmar, Altruist, Al-Rakha, Dharam Consultancy selected LPU students for International locations. The highest package availed is 16.6 LPA by Khimji Ramdas. A student placed with Federal Bank at a package of 10.2 LPA; SCALER at the package of 9.5 LPA. More than 650 companies visit LPU every year for recruitment with an average 5-12 LPA package. Every year visiting companies escalate in number and till date University has recorded the highest placements in North India. Thanks.

Roma Nath · Answer

LPU there is immense amount of exposure as well as academic-industry interactions happening throughout the year. This polishes the potential ability of the students to develop according to the industry needs. The university also maintain a serene teacher student ration along with it the university pertains a thorough mentorship model that builds a stronger and effective working model. Such baby steps definitely give it to a bigger scope and arena. LPU has set new bench marks in Placements which is one of the most promising part of a good university today. LPU strongly believes in the fact that learning doesn't happen only by books equal amount of external exposure is much needed for the holistic development of one self. In order to nurture such approach the university conducts multiple live project, floor job trainings and runs specialised curriculum that builds insightful understanding of concept and its applicability. Collaboration/ Tie up with the companies like NSE, Safe Educate, ICICI Direct, IDFC, etc. For pursuing live projects and/ or professional certifications like NCCMP, NCFM etc. Industry desired workshops on Digital Marketing, Business Analytics, Stock Market Operations, Life Skills, Creativity and Innovation, and Leadership to make students industry ready
In addition to core curricula, course offers subjects like communication, analytical and soft skills to enhance personality and employability
Course is accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and programme (ACBSP)
Student will be given an option to go for 4 weeks study tour to USA/ European countries or any other country. Specializations offered- Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Information Technology, International Business, Financial Markets, Operations
LPU is the best for MBA. LPU offers a high-quality degree, as well as extensive scholarship programmes and holistic learning opportunities. Mittal School of Business is among the first ten institutions in India to get ACBSP (USA) accreditation. Ministry of Human Resource Government of India Ranked Lovely Professional University among top 50 in India. The programme is designed with current market trends in mind. The placements are guaranteed, and students are given special placement-oriented classes that help them pass the exam and interview. Companies like Hyatt, Ritz Carlton, Adani Wilmar, Altruist, Al-Rakha, Dharam Consultancy selected LPU students for International locations.

Khushal Arora · Answer

Hello!
Choosing right academic partner, is always a tough choice. I would simply say prepare a checklist and then SEE that university you are choosing, fulfills your parameters or not. Few of the major parameters to be are : Fees and scholarship, Placements, Internships, Live Projects, Curriculum, faculty members, Infrastructure. I have done my MBA from LPU, As per my experience, I would say LPU is the best choice for MBA and definitely stands high form other. Few of the major highlights are :
LPU is Accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and programme (ACBSP). Instil advanced knowledge about contemporary area in mana

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Hello!
Choosing right academic partner, is always a tough choice. I would simply say prepare a checklist and then SEE that university you are choosing, fulfills your parameters or not. Few of the major parameters to be are : Fees and scholarship, Placements, Internships, Live Projects, Curriculum, faculty members, Infrastructure. I have done my MBA from LPU, As per my experience, I would say LPU is the best choice for MBA and definitely stands high form other. Few of the major highlights are :
LPU is Accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and programme (ACBSP). Instil advanced knowledge about contemporary area in management such as Green Marketing
Collaboration/Tie up with the companies like NSE, Safe-Educate, ICICI Direct, IDFC, etc. To give students the opportunity for pursuing live projects and/or professional certifications like NCCMP, NCFM etc. Industry desired workshops on Digital Marketing, Business Analytics, Stock Market Operations, Life Skills, Creativity and Innovation, and Leadership to make students industry ready. The course offers specialisation offerings in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Information Technology, International Business, Financial Markets, Operations, Retail Management, Entrepreneurship, Hospital and Healthcare Management. Entrepreneurship projects are integral part of curriculum and help establish themselves as successful entrepreneurs. Opportunity to work on community development project on social issues to cultivate social sensitivity and sense of responsibility. Opportunity to work on business projects to enhance managerial skills. In addition to core curricula, course offers subjects like communication, analytical and soft skills to enhance personality and employability. LPU also offers Study Abroad options which offers international exposure as well. Curriculum is equipped with 21st century digital technologies required for managing their specialised area. Usage of real life case studies to provide interactive teaching and learning methodology
Participation in technical events, sports and cultural activities help in the holistic development of students
This goes on telling about pursuing the MBA from Lovely Professional University. And by this I end up. And all the best to you and have a bright future ahead. I hope this helps. All the Best!

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Dharamveer Dheer · Answer

Although both of them are good I their own sphere, it is LPU which has created a huge name for itself over last decade or so with a extremely solid track record on all the relevant parameters like:
Curriculum : LPU curriculum is continuously upgraded and developed with consultations and feedback of industry. Pedagogy : The teaching pedagogy forms the backbone of how the programme is delivered, more the practical, better it is, LPU focuses on practicals. Entrepreneurship : Even though most of the students go for jobs, the exposure to entrepreneurship is required. LPU ecosystem provides numerous opportunities for it. Professional etiquet

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Although both of them are good I their own sphere, it is LPU which has created a huge name for itself over last decade or so with a extremely solid track record on all the relevant parameters like:
Curriculum : LPU curriculum is continuously upgraded and developed with consultations and feedback of industry. Pedagogy : The teaching pedagogy forms the backbone of how the programme is delivered, more the practical, better it is, LPU focuses on practicals. Entrepreneurship : Even though most of the students go for jobs, the exposure to entrepreneurship is required. LPU ecosystem provides numerous opportunities for it. Professional etiquette: It is the most important part these days, the personality, ethics, virtuous, speech, body language, interpersonal skills etc. Are given high importance in the organisations. LPU programme includes the training or modules on all these. Community service: LPU exposes the students to community projects in between the course to develop the humane side of the person as well as learn the organizing skills. Diversity: As he world shrinks into a aligned economy, the professionals will be required to work in cross cultural teams having entirely different work culture and ethos, the national and international diversity of students in a LPU is helpful in enabling the students develop right sensibilities for such work atmosphere. There is no other university in India which attracts talented students not only from all over the country but also from more than 70 countries!
Industry interface: Ultimately its the industry which is going to immerse the students in the placements, the regular industrial talks, interactions, lectures, visits and internships are must have in any MBA programme. LPU excels in industry interface with huge number of lectures, interactions and visits to industry. Placements: Since the ultimate aim of attaining a skill/knowledge/degree is to have a career, it is desirable that whichever university you chose, It must have good industry linkages to attract the good recruiters which value fresh talent. LPU has a stellar record in placements with over 700 companies visiting the campus for recruitment. I would say, you try gathering more information and then decide. Hope this helps
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Ashish Sharma · Answer

Hi Nomanjee, Both are private institutions. Both are equally good and fee is the only difference. Doon School is very costly in comparison to LPU. MBA at LPU is a unique, fulfilling and highly competitive programme. How good a programme is can be checked from various parameters which are elaborated below:
*Curriculum: The course curriculum of MBA at LPU is very unique and dynamic. They ensures that the faculty knows the latest and most advanced needs of industry and in turn, they upgrade the curriculum accordingly after every semester. *Technology and Training : The students undergo many training like cutting edge technologies of SAP, M

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Hi Nomanjee, Both are private institutions. Both are equally good and fee is the only difference. Doon School is very costly in comparison to LPU. MBA at LPU is a unique, fulfilling and highly competitive programme. How good a programme is can be checked from various parameters which are elaborated below:
*Curriculum: The course curriculum of MBA at LPU is very unique and dynamic. They ensures that the faculty knows the latest and most advanced needs of industry and in turn, they upgrade the curriculum accordingly after every semester. *Technology and Training : The students undergo many training like cutting edge technologies of SAP, MOOCs, Advance Excel and many more. These skills come in handy for the students not only at the time of interviews and tests but also throughout their careers. These skills make a candidate cut above the rest in competition. *Soft skills and professionalism: The Center for professional enhancement, a fully dedicated department start working from day one on the students to polish their personality, soft skills, professional ethics, interview skills, public speaking, presentation style development etc. These are must for placements as well as performance in the jobs. *Exposure : The students are exposed to large number of guest lectures and talks by industry experts, large number of events in university to enhance their organizing and networking kills, large number of social work initiatives to develop the right orientation and much more. *Diversity of student and faculty: Mittal school of business has been ranked no. 2 in India in diversity and outreach inclusiveness. The sheer diversity of students from all states of India and more than 70 countries across the globe make the classes a very different experience. *Entrepreneurship: Being a campus equal to a mid sized town in itself, LPU ecosystem provides large number of business opportunities for its students. In fact, SEED capital facility by management make it a hotbed for startups. At any given pint of time there are more than 300 plus student ventures working within the campus. *Lastly the placements: Mittal School of Business boasts of enviable placement record. Last year the highest annual package was INR 16.60 lacs by Khimji Ramdass LLC and average packages are around 5 LPA. You need to have 55% marks in graduation and qualify LPU NEST [2] and Interview in order to get admission. Online Admissions are open at LPU. Visit the website: www.lpu.in. All the best.

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Vibha Gupta · Answer

I have been in LPU so I can vouch on their practices that they are implementing and I have witnessed their effort for students and management working hard for placement and imparting quality teaching. Here are few highlights which I would be sharing for helping you to develop your mind set. LPU has been ranked 49 in the Management ranking in 2020 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). The Business School of LPU is accredited from ACBSP, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs from the USA ensuring quality education and industry experienced faculty members. The Training and Placement cell of University has a team of highly qualified and experienced professionals. The training & placement cell of university conducts many programs for Enhancing employ-ability such as Professional Enhancement classes, industry experts, Workshops, Mock Drives, Guest Lectures, Summer Internship and many others. Student can avail the opportunity like summer programme, credit transfer, international exposure etc. The university has been ranked high by outer agencies also with regard to placements of students. Around 650+ companies visit every year for campus-recruitment of students from LPU. LPU provides ample opportunities to each and every eligible student of LPU. Companies like Colgate Palmolive, Hindustan Unilever, Godrej Consumer, Asian Paints, Bajaj Allianz, CEAT, Khimji Ramdas, Ernst and Young, Flipkart, Federal Bank, Decathlon Sports, Exide Industries, Emami, Eye-Q Vision, ITC Limited, Janalakshmai Financial Services, Kelloggs, MRF, Naukri, Moodys Analytics, WNS Global, Writer Corporation, Nivesh Group, OCWEN Financial, Practo, Redington, Transport Corporation of India, Rallis India etc. Visit lpu for recruitment purpose.

Sunil Kumar · Answer

LPU is the good option for MBA.

Nirmal · Answer

Every year more than 550+ companies visit LPU for placements. LPU has a very good placement and achieved awards for employability also. The main thing for placement that I liked there is that LPU provides placement classes to the students from the first year, which helps students prepare for placement until their final year of the programme. The highest package offered for the management programme is 21 LPA.

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