Life at IIM Bangalore - First Year Overview by Vianu

Introduction

• Vianu shares experiences from the first year at IIM Bangalore.
• Focus on chronological events and personal anecdotes.

The Connect Week

• Purpose: Help new students connect.
• Activities:
  • Recreating iconic scenes from '3 Idiots'.
  • Designing a section flag.
  • 'Know Your PGP2': Pairing first-year students with second-year mentors.
• Outcome: Initial overwhelming feeling but crucial for setting up the B-school experience.

First Week of Classes

• Subjects Covered:
  • Accounting for Decisions
  • Advances in Business Communication
  • Decision Sciences/Data Sciences
  • Managerial Economics/Microeconomics
  • Marketing Management
  • Organization Design
• Class Participation (CP): Required to engage and contribute during classes.

Sponsorship & Introduction to Scala School of Business

• Mention of Partnership: Scala School of Business offering an 18-month PG program in management and technology.
• Highlights:
  • Course details
  • Faculty with real-world experience
  • Strong placement opportunities
  • Practical business training
• Scholarships & Admissions: Open for 75 students starting August 2024.

Arum: The Cultural Night

• Description: Talent night organized by first-year students.
• Activities: Sponsorship, events, dance, singing, etc.
• Benefits: Great way to connect with people and foster friendships.

Icebreaker: Sports Fest

• Participants: First-year students only.
• Events: Around 15 sports, with sections competing against each other.
• Achievements: Vianu's section won both Ultimate Frisbee and overall championship.

First Round of Parties

• Environment: Alcohol and drug-free campus; gatherings termed as parties.
• Events: Organized by senior students for first years; free to crash other section parties.
• Purpose: Relax, meet like-minded people, and celebrate the entry into IIM Bangalore.

Placement Committee Meeting

• Timing: Late first week of July or early second week.
• Impact: Change in campus vibe; students become more serious.
• Key Focus: Preparation for summer placements and CV making.
• Guidance: Seniors and placement committee help students prepare their CVs.

Business Fests: Exus & Vista

• Timing: July and August.
• Features: Guest speakers, case competitions.
• Notable Speakers: Aamir Khan, Aman Gupta.
• Case Competitions: Business problem-solving contests; advice to focus on these in the second year.

Resume Mentoring

• Continuous Process: July to early August.
• Involves: Feedback from seniors and placement representatives (PR).

First Midterms

• Timing: Last week of July.
• Importance: Initial academic assessments.
• Environment: Students study intensively; opportunity to gauge one's standing.
• Vianu’s Performance: Among top students in the section.

CV Freeze

• Timing: Around 10th of August.
• Process: CVs get finalized and verified by an independent agent.
• Verification: Achievements on the CV must be substantiated by proof.
• Outcome: Relief once all points are verified and approved.

Class Representative (CR) Elections

• Role: Liaison between the section and administration.
• Election: Includes a soapbox presentation and Q&A session.
• Perception: Viewed as prestigious but doesn’t significantly alter CV impact.

End of Term One

• Activities:
  • End-term presentations: Group projects.
  • End terms: Final exams.
  • Company applications open for placements.
• Process: Apply for companies directly via the portal with the verified CV.

Conclusion

• Reflection: Overview of term one with an emphasis on unique experiences and academic adjustments.
• Future Insight: Vianu plans to cover further terms in additional videos.