Xavier Institute of Management, Xavier University Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar: Xavier Institute of Management, Xavier University Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar is a premier business school located in Bhubaneswar, the capital of the eastern Indian state of Odisha. It is governed by the Government of India, the Government of Odisha, and the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Established in 1987, XIMB is known to feature regularly among the top 20 business schools in India. The institute is affiliated with XIM University.
XIMB offers various courses in management, including MBA, Executive MBA, and PhD in Management. The MBA program at XIMB is one of the most sought-after courses in the institute. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of management concepts and practices. The course is divided into six terms, each of which is of three months duration. The first three terms are dedicated to core courses, while the last three terms are focused on elective courses.
The MBA program at XIMB offers specializations in the following areas:
Business Management
Rural Management
Sustainability Management
Human Resource Management
Global Management and Leadership
Urban Management and Governance
The program is designed to provide students with a holistic understanding of management concepts and practices. The curriculum is regularly updated to keep up with the changing business environment. The faculty at XIMB is highly qualified and experienced, with many of them having industry experience.
Admission to the MBA program at XIMB is based on the candidate’s performance in the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur, followed by a group discussion and personal interview. Candidates can also apply through the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs).
XIMB has a strong focus on research and development activities. The institute regularly collaborates with government departments in the state to carry out research and development activities. XIMB is also the Centre of Excellence in Fiscal Policy and Taxation.
XIMB has a modern campus spread over 20 acres in the heart of Bhubaneswar. The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a library, computer center, auditorium, and sports facilities. The institute also has tie-ups with various international universities for student exchange programs.