Should I opt for an MBA or MBA (Business Analytics) in IIM Bangalore, and why?
Posted On - Jul 7, 2022A regular MBA is a generalized specialization in the first year while it becomes domain specific during the second year. Business Analytics, on the other hand, is specifically for those interested in analytical industries and sectors. The past few years have witnessed an increasing demand for Analytics. This industry usually is extremely domain-specific and includes lots of database analysis. It revolves around every aspect of technology and restricts your knowledge base to an extent.
A general MBA is pure management science and is much more flexible than MBA in BA. It offers flexibility in thought and work process to a certain extent in contrast to MBA in BA. Additionally, IIM Bangalore’s credibility of being one of the best B Schools across the world and a top research institution helps. A diverse inclusion of work ex and skillful fresher makes it more special like Ivy League B Schools.
In conclusion, go for MBA in BA only and only if you have a genuine passion for numbers else go for a core MBA.
You should opt for IIM Bangalore MBA Business Analytics if you are interested in having a career in analytics. The course is mathematically inclined and requires students to have some coding experience. The curriculum is designed meticulously and incorporates all topics that you will need to learn to have a successful career in analytics. There is not much information available for the course as it is fairly new. If you want to get an idea about the placement prospect, go through the recruiters from IT domain in the IIM B placement report.
