Top 5 Indian Business Schools with Premier International Exchange Programs

New Delhi: Whether your goal is to secure a job within India or explore opportunities abroad after graduation, acquiring international exposure during your business school studies can significantly influence your career prospects. 

This global exposure brings forth numerous benefits, including the opportunity to learn from esteemed faculty, expanding your global network, aligning yourself with diverse business contexts and challenges across various regions, and fostering the development of essential managerial skills to excel in the ever-evolving post-pandemic era of the 21st century. 

A significant number of students from business schools seek international exposure by studying abroad, as highlighted by a 2020 survey conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council, which found that 81% of Indian respondents expressed a preference for studying overseas. However, it must be noted that there are also business schools in India that provide international opportunities through exchange programs with esteemed partner institutions worldwide.

Presented below are five Indian business schools that boast exceptional international partnerships, providing outstanding opportunities for exchange programs.

IIM Bengaluru

IIM Bengaluru (IIMB) stands out as an exceptionally dynamic institute, providing a wealth of international collaboration opportunities with over 80 partner institutes across 30 countries. 

The institute's commitment to internationalisation extends beyond academic boundaries, encompassing global alliances with esteemed organisations, institutions, NGOs, and business and trade bodies. 

This strategic approach ensures students gain access to both academic knowledge and industry exposure. Moreover, IIMB has recently established international study and research centres in Israel and Japan, further enhancing its global footprint.

IIM Bangalore Courses  

IIMB offers a comprehensive range of MBA programs, including the two-year PGP, EPGP, PGPEM, dual degree, and other specialized course formats. 

IIM Bangalore International partnerships and collaborations 

When it comes to international partnerships and collaborations, IIMB has established alliances with 86 partner colleges spanning Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, LATAM, and North and South America. This extensive network fuels a vibrant student exchange agenda, providing enriching global experiences. 

Notably, IIMB stands as the sole Indian management college to hold membership in the esteemed Global Network for Advanced Management. This exclusive membership includes 32 top-tier business schools worldwide, such as Yale, HEC Paris, and INSEAD, further amplifying IIMB's global standing.

IIM Calcutta

Recognized as one of India's premier business schools, IIM Calcutta (IIMC) secures the second position in the country according to the Financial Times rankings. Setting itself apart through its strong global connections, IIMC boasts an impressive portfolio of over 85 global partnerships, cementing its position as India's leading MBA college with a firm focus on international outreach.

IIMC offers various global opportunities to its students, including student and faculty exchanges, summer internships, electives at overseas campuses, and dual degree programs. 

One noteworthy collaboration is with the esteemed ESCP Business School in Europe, which encompasses several exchange programs. Within this partnership, students can choose from an array of ESCP courses, spanning Finance, Marketing, Economics, Psychology and Management, Strategy, Organization & Management, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Management Control, European Labor Law, and Taxation.

IIM Calcutta courses

Students can engage in a diverse range of IIM Calcutta courses that encompass various disciplines, including Corporate Finance, Marketing Management, Microeconomics, Behavioural Science, Strategic Management,  Production and Operations Management, Risk Management, Human Resource Management (HRM), Business Ethics and Environment and Development.

IIM Calcutta International Partnerships and Collaborations

IIMC has forged 55 partnerships in Europe, followed by 16 in the Asia-Pacific region and 15 in the Americas. Among these partnerships, several renowned institutions stand out, such as Cardiff University, Durham University Business School, Copenhagen Business School, ESADE Business School, National University of Singapore (NU Singapore), University of Sydney Business School, Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, and Ivey Business School. 

IIM Indore

IIM Indore, recognizing the significance of international exposure and perspective for aspiring business students, emphasises the importance of gaining a global outlook. In line with this principle, IIM Indore offers a diverse range of exchange programs that prioritise global experience, exposure, and perspective.

The institute has formed partnerships with over 35 prestigious colleges, spanning across Europe, North America, South America, and South and Southeast Asia. These partnerships serve as a gateway to valuable international opportunities for students.

IIM Indore Courses

Courses at IIM Indore encompass various programs, including the Post Graduate Programme (PGP), PGP in Human Resource Management (PGP-HRM), Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP), a five-year integrated program in management (IPM), as well as several other Post Graduate Diploma and Fellowship courses.

IIM Indore International Partnerships 

IIM Indore has established exchange programs with esteemed institutions such as Universita Bocconi, Rutgers University, EM Lyon, Kedge Business School, Munich Business School, the Asian Institute of Management, WU Vienna, University of North Texas, University of Denver, Liverpool University, and many more reputed institutes.

Xavier School of Management 

Xavier School of Management, XLRI, along with its campuses in Jamshedpur, Delhi-NCR, and Navi Mumbai offers excellent international collaborations for its exchange programs. 

XLRI's Xavier School of Management, with campuses located in Jamshedpur, Delhi-NCR, and Navi Mumbai, excels in fostering exceptional international collaborations for its exchange programs. The school's International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) boasts a network of renowned partner colleges across Asia, South Asia, East and West Europe, Australia, and the United States. 

Xavier School of Management Courses

Xavier School of Management offers a wide range of programs, including Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Executive Programs, and Fellowship Programs in areas such as Business Management, General Management, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, and other specialised fields.

One notable program at the institute is the double master's program in Supply Chain Management and Supply Chain Analytics, conducted in collaboration with Rutgers Business School. This program has garnered significant interest among candidates, particularly as the world navigates the supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic.

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR)

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), ranked 21st among the top MBA colleges in the NIRF ranking of Indian Business Schools is an esteemed institution with its main campus located in Mumbai and an additional campus in Delhi.

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR Courses)

SPJIMR offers a range of programs, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with a specialization in Business Management, the Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM), the Global Management Program, and the Post Graduate Management Program for Women. Additionally, the institute provides various part-time, online, executive, and doctoral management programs to cater to diverse learning needs.

SPJIMR International immersion

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) conducts carefully curated multi-week and multi-month programs in collaboration with renowned institutions such as Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon University, ESADE Spain, Babson College, the University of Texas, and other esteemed partners.

SPJIMR International partnerships

For the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program, SPJIMR has established partnerships with ESADE Spain, Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University, Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University, and the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

In the case of the Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM), SPJIMR has formed collaborations with the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University, and the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, all based in the United States.

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