Research Organization C fore Conducted a Survey to Rank the Top B-Schools in India.
- The perceptual survey included 1,126 respondents, comprising faculty members from various B-schools and representatives from industry.
- They rated the B-schools they were familiar with on a ten-point scale across the defined parameters.
The evaluation was based on seven broad parameters and fifty-five sub-parameters. Rankings were determined through a combination of objective data—collected directly from B-schools and secondary sources—and a perceptual survey conducted among faculty members and industry professionals.
A validation exercise was carried out by a dedicated team that cross-checked the submitted data using supporting documents such as appointment letters, balance sheets, and annual reports. The accuracy of the information was further verified through mystery audits. In cases where objective data could not be obtained or validated, the corresponding
perceptual data scores were extrapolated:
Final scores were derived from the aggregate average rating each B school received, and B schools were ranked accordingly.
Following are the Assessment Parameters used to Evaluate School Performance:
This parameter assesses the qualifications, training, and pedagogical expertise of faculty members. It also evaluates the B-school’s commitment to supporting faculty growth through development programs, fair compensation, collaboration, and exchange opportunities. Emphasis is placed on fostering a positive work culture, encouraging research and industry engagement, and providing both professional and emotional support.
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Governance:
This parameter evaluates the leadership qualities, vision, and integrity of the B-school’s Director or CEO. It examines how effectively leadership supports pedagogical systems, faculty development, and the maintenance of discipline and routines in a constructive and developmentally appropriate manner.
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Curriculum Relevance:
This parameter examines the effectiveness of the curriculum and teaching methodologies in promoting creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and other essential life skills. It also evaluates the B-school’s initiative in regularly updating the curriculum to reflect evolving industry needs and in adopting innovative teaching approaches such as collaborative, interdisciplinary, and experiential learning, as well as the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
This parameter measures the institute’s engagement with industry. It includes faculty–industry joint research projects, management development programs (MDPs), seminars, conferences, live projects, internships, and other initiatives that provide students with practical exposure and strengthen academia–industry collaboration
This parameter assesses the institute’s commitment to fostering faculty research, the quality and quantity of publications in reputed, peer-reviewed journals, and the overall impact of its research output on academia and industry.
This parameter covers the quality and adequacy of physical and digital infrastructure, including campus and built-up area, maintenance of facilities, classrooms with IT integration, laboratories, playgrounds, library resources (books and e-databases), auditoriums, hostels, and pastoral care provisions.
This parameter evaluates the placement outcomes of graduating students — including placement percentage, average salary, and the profile of recruiting companies. It also considers the reasonableness of the institute’s fees in relation to placement performance, educational quality, and overall student support.
PARAMETERS WEIGHTAGE
