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IMDR Training & Placement Committee

- Dr. Sanmath Shetty

IMDR Pune, also known as the Institute of Management Development and Research, is a
premier management institute in India. Founded in 1974, IMDR Pune has been among India’s top
management institutes. The institute offers a two-year postgraduate diploma in management
(PGDM) and is approved by AICTE and DTE. The PGDM program has been accredited by the
National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
One of the most important aspects of any management institute is its placement record.
We will delve into the placement scenario at IMDR Pune, analyzing the trends, recruiters, and
salaries.

Placement Process at IMDR Pune

The placement process at IMDR Pune is well-structured and organized. The institute’s
dedicated placement committee is responsible for facilitating the recruitment process.
The committee is run by students, who get exposure to the corporate style of working. The
committee is involved in training of students in various competencies required for securing a
great job and also acts as a liaison between the recruiters and the students, and its primary
objective is to ensure that students get placed in reputed companies.
The placement process at IMDR Pune begins in the first year of the PGDM program, where
the students are introduced to various companies through guest lectures, industry visits, and
summer internships. The students undergo a 6-month embedded internship in industries of
their choice. This helps the students gain practical knowledge and experience and also helps
them make informed decisions about their career paths.
The placement process begins in earnest in the second year of the PGDM program. The
placement cell invites companies to the campus, and the companies conduct pre-placement
talks (PPTs) to introduce themselves to the students. This is followed by the submission of
resumes by the students to the companies they are interested in. The companies shortlist the
candidates based on their resumes, and the shortlisted candidates are invited for the final
selection process, which usually consists of group discussions and personal interviews.

Trends in Placements at IMDR Pune

Over the years, IMDR Pune has maintained an excellent track record of placements. The
institute has consistently achieved 95% placement, and the average salary package has
been on the rise. The following are some of the key trends in placements at IMDR Pune:

Industry-wise Placements: The institute has a diverse mix of recruiters from different
industries. Some of the prominent industries that recruit from IMDR Pune include FMCG,
consulting, banking and finance, IT, and manufacturing.

Roles offered: The roles offered to the students are diverse and cater to various specializations.
Some of the prominent roles include sales and marketing, finance, human resources,
operations, and consulting.

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