IIM Calcutta PGPEX 2014 - 2015 : Calling all applicants

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by MBACrystalBall » Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:59 am
Hi Vinay,

Surprisingly there hasn't been much interest about PGPEX here. The last time someone created a thread, there were 4 responses. Here's the earlier thread.

For this specific program, you might have better luck on an Indian forum like Pagalguy.

Here's a story about a candidate who got into IIMB and IIMC. He was a regular blogger (representing IIMC) on Financial Times. He explains --> why he chose IIMC.

Good luck with your application.
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by buzzz85 » Tue Jul 09, 2013 9:48 am
Dear Aspirants

Admissions to IIM Calcutta PGPEX program is now open for 2014-2015.
Also, PGPExplain event has been organized in 5 cities on 13th July -

The PGPExplain is an information session conducted by IIM Calcutta to reach out to all aspiring candidates for its PGPEX program. The event provides a platform for direct interaction between PGPEX candidates and the faculty and alumni of IIM Calcutta.

Cities are - Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, on 13th July 2013 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Details of the venue are -
Kolkata - IIM Calcutta, Diamond Harbour Road, Joka, Kolkata -700104
Delhi - India International Centre, 40, Max Mueller Marg, New Delhi - 110003
Mumbai - Trident, C-56, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai - 400051
Bangalore - The Hotel Monarch Luxur, #67, Infantry Road, Bangalore -560001
Hyderabad - The Golkonda Hotel Hyderabad, Banjara Hills, Masab Tank, Hyderabad - 500 028

Please register at below link for attending the session:
https://programslive.iimcal.ac.in/pgpexplain_register

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by [email protected] » Fri Jul 12, 2013 11:22 am
Dear MBACrystalBall,

Thanks for your suggestions. Indeed, there is a dedicated active thread on PagalGuy about IIM Calcutta PGPEX program.

I believe that 1 year full time MBA programs, such as IIM Cal PGPEX, are catching up fast in India. Probably 1 year MBA programs are going to rule the MBA education. Such programs are already popular in Europe, but not so in USA.

As you have great experience in MBA counselling, i request you to provide your opinion about 1 year MBA programs in India?

Thank you

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by MBACrystalBall » Tue Jul 30, 2013 5:29 am
[email protected] wrote:As you have great experience in MBA counselling, i request you to provide your opinion about 1 year MBA programs in India?
Apologies for the delay, Vinay. Peak season keeping us busy with the offline work.

1 year programs in India

Pros - Good quality education and Fantastic RoI overall and an excellent choice if your career plans are India-centric.

Cons - International / multi-cultural representation in the class and trans-regional mobility / opportunities can be pretty limited (though a few might get overseas placements).

Here's the story of a candidate who faced the dilemma of Indian MBA vs International MBA. It might give you additional perspectives.
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by saikatlahiri » Tue Jan 06, 2015 5:12 am
Hi Vinay, Just going through some old threads, was wondering what did you finally decide on PGPEX?

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by [email protected] » Tue Jan 06, 2015 7:53 am
Hi Saikat,

I had joined PGPEX program and graduated from there in Mar 2014. Currently working in Ghana with Mahindra Comviva. It was a good experience.

Thanks
Vinay