The academic rigour is unparalleled…
The PGDBM curriculum is uncompromisingly rigorous and intensive. The course is spread over four semesters. The first two semester curriculum, compulsory for both Marketing and Finance, contains papers related to the foundation and integration areas of management. Basic conceptual knowledge is provided that inculcates attitudes and skills necessary for managerial effectiveness. The subjects range from Finance and Accounting, Marketing, Organization Behaviour, Systems, Production and Quantitative Techniques and Economics.
At the end of the second semester the students are required to undertake a project in any organization as an integral part of the course curriculum.
In the third and fourth semesters the students take up subjects in their respective areas of specialization. Students are offered specialization in a major-minor (dual) combination. A student specializing in marketing takes up eleven papers in marketing and five papers in Finance whereas a student of Finance specialization takes up eleven papers in Finance and five papers in marketing. In addition to this they also have to take compulsory papers irrespective of their specialization. In total, students have to cover thirty eight (38) papers to be finally eligible for the award of the diploma.
The Institute follows a three-stage admission procedure: The candidates must qualify in the all India level written examination, “XLRI Admission Test” XAT. Cut –off scores for XAT are released and applications invited. Qualifying students are called for a group discussion (GD) where a [^]candidate’s ability to understand and analyze situations, communicate ideas, and take decisions along with personality traits such as initiative, team spirit and leadership skills are tested. Candidates have to finally pass through the rigorous personal interview session conducted by a panel comprising of experts from both academics and industry.
Admission to the courses are open to graduates who have completed the three years of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline, recognized by a university or deemed university. Those completing their final examination by 2010 may also apply.
Alumni: Over the past fifty years XISS has been instrumental in developing managers with exceptional caliber and skill. Business leaders, entrepreneurs, change agent for society, and academicians – wherever our alumni have gone, they have proved their worth and have made each other proud. [^]The Institute has a strong alumni network. Over fifty years, the alumni of XISS have spread their roots not only in India but across the globe. The alumni network, with its reach and power, make it the one of the Institute’s valued assets.
Student: Student life at XISS is a rich blend of learning and fun. XISS campus foster community and gives students the chance to engage in all aspects of life. the students as partners share ideas and initiate changes, keeping in tune with the ever-changing corporate world. Students play a crucial role in improving their own skills and creating an exciting and innovative environment, which adds to their life. At XISS, a common thread of exceptional talent and a desire to learn and excel ties students coming from diverse culture and demographic background together. In this lively environment, each student feel inspired to exploit their potential to the full extent. the atmosphere creates deep, lifelong friendships, -a valuable business network, of course, but lasting personal connections above all.
At XISS, campus recruitment is conducted through a system that optimizes the interest of all the parties involved in the process. The institute cherishes its relationship with the esteemed companies who have participated in the campus recruitment process and wishes that it continues the same way forever. Through this brochure the Department of PGDBM takes the privilege to invite companies to take part in the recruitment process.
THE PLACEMENT COMMITTEE
The campus recruitment of the students of PGDBM is managed jointly by the faculty and students. A Placement Committee constituted of students coordinates the process. The committee headed by a Placement Representative works in unison with the Placement Coordinator and other faculty members.
THE PROCESS
The Campus recruitment programme commences from January 2010.
The companies who wish to take part in the campus recruitment are requested to inform in advance the date on which they wish to visit XISS. They are also requested to indicate the facilities required for conducting the selection procedures adopted by them. Accommodation/transport facilities and booking requirements, if required would be taken care of by the Institute.
On receiving communication from interested companies for bio-data of students, the Placement Committee shall forward the same to them.
The Campus has necessary infrastructure like seminar halls and multimedia aided conference rooms to facilitate the recruitment process. If required, students can also be called for final interviews at the company headquarters.
On final selection, the appointment letter issued by the company is sent to the candidate through the Placement Cell.
PRE-PLACEMENT TALK
All companies are expected to deliver a pre-placement corporate presentation to the students. Such presentations provide students with all relevant information about the job and also with an opportunity to learn more about the companies. If such a presentation is not possible on the part of the company, then it is request to send all relevant details to the Placement Coordinator for further distribution among the students.
CAMPUS ON WHEELS
There may be some companies who, though interested to recruit from XISS, may not be able to come down to the campus due to unavoidable reasons. Purview to the request of such companies the Institute has introduced Campus On Wheels. The companies interested in recruiting through Campus On Wheels are requested to send back the response form in the mentioned format. They are also requested to send all relevant information about the job along with the form.
RECRUITMENT CELL:
Prof. Anmol R. Bodra
HOD & Placement Co-ordinator,
Department of Marketing & Finance
Xavier Institute of Social Service,
Post Box No. 7, Purulia Road, Ranchi - 834 001
Tel.: 0651-2200873
Fax: 0651-23 153 81, 23 514 82
E-mail: arbodra@xiss.ac.in , pgdbm.xiss@rediffmail.com
Website: http://www.xiss.ac.in
