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What are the key factors to be kept in mind while choosing a B-School ?

1.Reputation of the institution: This is the most important factor by which the institutions are judged. The university should be accredited or recognized by a reputed Universal Central/State/Deemed body.
2.Ranking: The local, national, and global ranking should be checked prior to applying for the institution. A good ranking denotes how much better an institution is in comparison to its competitors.
3.Location: The institution should be easily accessible for travel and to obtain basic supplies.
4.Curriculum: The subject of choice should be considered before finalizing an institution. The specialization and choice of electives should be par with the overall goal of the program. And adding to theoretical knowledge, practical and analytical skills.
5.Fee structure: A person’s budget and availability of financial aid should be considered before selecting an institution.
6. Scholarships: The availability of  scholarship should be considered. Some courses may be expensive and scholarship makes obtaining the degree affordable.
7. Facilities: It is essential to check for on-campus facilities to make sure that the candidates are comfortable and receive basic necessities. Fully furnished laboratories, projectors, stationary outlets, hostels and canteens should be checked, before applying to an institution.
8. Student and Faculty ratio: The student-faculty ratio should be small to ensure that an individual receives as much attention to their academics as possible. The mentors have to be highly qualified with plenty of teaching experience. This factor is important to determine the effectiveness of a course.
9. Extracurricular activities: An ideal institution promotes both academic and extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities include sports, creativity, and talent centered activities which enhances the overall development of an individual.
10. Placement: It is most important  and key factor before applying to an institution. Final Placements is one of the primary reasons for taking up an MBA course to ensure career progress and growth, therefore, it is essential to know the collaboration of the institution with the reputed recruiting partners and what all companies are visiting to campus.