I want to study MBA Finance, my CAT 2024 percentile is 87.01 with DILR 68.62 percentile and NMAT score is 233 with QA 68 percentile. I have applied in GIM GOA, GLIM CHENNAI, TAPMI, NIA PUNE, NIBM PUNE, FORE SCHOOL, XIM B. What should be my preference of choice, please guide.

Based on your CAT and NMAT scores, here's a suggested preference order for the colleges you've applied to, keeping in mind that MBA Finance specializations often have specific cutoffs:

• GIM GOA: Your CAT percentile is above their cutoff, and your NMAT score is competitive. GIM GOA has a good reputation for its finance program.
• TAPMI: Your scores are well above their cutoffs, and TAPMI is known for its strong placements, especially in finance.
• NIA PUNE: Your scores are slightly above their cutoffs, and NIA PUNE has a good track record in finance.
• NIBM PUNE: Your scores are slightly above their cutoffs, and NIBM PUNE is a well-regarded college, especially for its finance program.
• FORE SCHOOL: Your scores are above their cutoffs, and FORE SCHOOL has a good reputation for its finance program.
• GLIM CHENNAI: Your scores are slightly below their cutoffs, but GLIM CHENNAI is a well-regarded college.
• XIM B: Your scores are well below their cutoffs, making it a less likely option.

You must make considerations on specialization, placements, faculty, curriculum and campus life and go for the college that you believe suits you the best.

All the very best!

Hello,

Given your profile, here’s a suggested preference order:

1. TAPMI – Strong in finance with good placement records, better suited for your profile.
2. GIM Goa – Good reputation in finance and decent placement options.
3. XIMB – Known for excellent management programs, though finance may be secondary.
4. GLIM Chennai – A reputable B-school, but placements in finance are more moderate.
5. FORE School – Solid in overall management but finance-specific options may be limited.
6. NIBM Pune – Good for banking and finance but may not be as high-ranked.
7. NIA Pune – More focused on the insurance sector, which may not align with your preference.

Focus on your interest in finance, and placement support when finalizing your choices.

Hope it helps !