Which is the best college in terms of placement for MBA in marketing amongst UBS-Mumbai, NDIM, IILM and MS Ramaiah?

Yes!

• Excel is a must. We use it for analytics, finance assignments, and data exercises.
• SPSS is introduced in research-based subjects.
• Canva is used in marketing presentations and branding assignments.
• Power BI is introduced in some analytics electives.

These tools help a lot because companies expect BBA grads to know at least basic data and presentation tools.

IILM prepares students well for higher education. Since assignments are research-heavy and presentation-focused, you naturally develop skills like critical thinking, referencing, academic writing, and public speaking.

Professors guide students on:

• how to write SOPs

• how to choose universities

• how to build a strong academic profile

• which courses to take for future specialization

Students aiming for an MBA or studying abroad find the curriculum very helpful because it builds both academic depth and extracurricular participation, which is valued by foreign universities.

IILM has a strong sports culture. The campus includes facilities for:

• Basketball
• Badminton
• Football
• Volleyball
• Table tennis
• Cricket
• Pickleball
• Zumba studio.

Sports tournaments are organized every semester, and students from all programs participate enthusiastically. The sports committee is active and hosts events frequently. The sports community is very welcoming and mixes students from all batches. It's a great way to build confidence, teamwork, and friendships!

The alumni network is fairly active. There are guest lectures, webinars, and panel discussions led by alumni who are now working in top companies. It is quite relatable because they've been exactly in our position as IILM students. Many seniors also offer informal mentorship through LinkedIn or college connections. Alumni also sometimes give internship referrals, especially in marketing, HR, and analytics roles. During placement season, alumni sometimes guide us on what specific companies expect, what questions are asked, and how to perform well. 

Pros:

• Very supportive faculty

• A balanced academic-practical approach

• Strong placement preparation

• Friendly and diverse student community

• Good infrastructure and hostel facilities

• Regular workshops and industry interactions

• A number of extracurricular clubs

• Many opportunities to build confidence, leadership and new skills

• Flexibility in electives

Cons:

• Some subjects can feel assignment-heavy

• The cafeteria gets very crowded during peak hours

• Active participation is a must

• Inadequate parking if travelling from personal vehicles

Overall, the advantages outweigh the challenges, and the experience feels growth-oriented.