The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Bengaluru, has remained an attractive destination over the years for thousands of students from different parts of the country seeking a rich and rewarding experience. With a state-of-the art campus off Mysore Road in Southwest Bangalore, the Institute has excellent facilities for academic enrichment, professional development and sports. In its vicinity, students have plentiful choices for housing depending on their preferences. A multi- specialty hospital, retail outlets and restaurants near the campus are conveniences that the students value. The proximity of the campus to NICE Road, an expressway, and the Namma Metro provide fast connections to the heart of the city and beyond.
The architecturally designed inside the campus takes the shape of a loop. The spacious classrooms facilitate interaction between the students and the faculty. When not in class, the students can get together in the food court to meet up over a quick snack or a leisurely lunch. The library has an extensive collection of periodicals, journals, and a wide assortment of books to support academic activity, including research. A health clinic with a doctor on duty remains open during working hours for faculty, staff, and students.
Bangalore is home to the IT services industry, the pride of India, and a flourishing base for innovative start-ups. IBS benefits from access to a large pool of entrepreneurs and corporate professionals in the city. Most of the students are happy to start their careers in Bangalore, where abundant opportunities and dynamism co-exist. The IBS periodically invites speakers from the various sectors of industry to address the students on a range of relevant and exciting topics beyond the regular courses, over and above the regular courses. The IBS arranges specialized courses such as Artificial Intelligence and Mechanical Learning, leading the valid certification. Students can join any of several clubs based on their interests and activities such as photography, sports, social responsibility and public speaking, to name a few. The students primarily run these clubs with the guidance of a faculty member. They form close bonds with one another outside the classroom through peer connect. Of special mention is an inter-college management fest that the students organize and conduct with great zeal & zest. The students get real lessons in management through such events with generous support from the IBS.
The curriculum also includes courses such as soft skills and career management that prepare the students for placement and success in their careers. Many of the students find immense value in these courses which help them in their final placements (verification process). The students are trained intensively in crafting a resume, participating in a group discussion and speaking confidently and coherently in a personal interview.
The faculty members include experienced academicians and industry professionals who teach students in the classroom and guide them closely on projects and internships. They extensively use the case method of teaching and simulations to bring abstract concepts and corporate situations to life. Thus, the students build skills in situational analysis and express their perspectives in context. By consulting with companies, some of the faculty bring contemporary issues from the industry to discuss in the classroom. Other faculty members regularly research topics at the intersection of theory and practice in management. Many students need counseling and guidance while making countless decisions ranging from choosing their academic specialization to applying for positions during the placement season. The IBS designates faculty as mentors for students, who find such an arrangement reassuring and impactful.
The placement cell has a dedicated team of managers and staff who work through out the year to cultivate relationships with corporate recruiters and arrange recruitment events. The students engage with the placement cell during their preparation for recruitment. Every student gets advice, tips, and personalized feedback to perform one’s full potential. The faculty rely on critical and timely inputs from the placement office to intervene in the development and preparation of the students. The IBS leaves no stone unturned to provide the students with the best chance for success. IBS Bangalore’s placement record for its management graduates has consistently exceeded 90% over the years. As a member of the network of IBS campuses, IBS Bangalore enjoys a symbiotic relationship with the other IBS campuses in the shared mission of preparing students for successful careers. The collective strength of more than 5687 alumni bears testimony to the proud legacy of the network of institutions.
