iimk faq

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ

http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/iimk-faq 1/18

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT KOZHIKODE – FAQ MANUAL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

POST GRADUATE PROGRAM – 17

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT

KOZHIKODE

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



COURSE COMPLETION CERTIFICATE

Q – My college will not issue the course completion in the format issued by IIMK.

What can I send instead?

A – You may send a letter from your college with the following points. Please note that it

must have the required college seal and signature of the Principal or the Head of

Department

• You are currently a student of the institute

• You have registered to take the required examinations

• The tentative date of declaration of results.

Q – I have the mark sheets of all the semesters, and the course completion certificate

but have not obtained a provisional certificate. Will this suffice?

A – Yes.

Q – I have submitted the original course completion certificate along with my

registration form. I will not receive my mark sheet before joining. Do I need to carry

a second course completion certificate along with me?

A – If you are a fresher and will get your marks sheet only after the joining date, you will

have to carry a course completion certificate, duly signed, with you at the time of

registration. If you have a copy of the one you have submitted earlier, that would do. If you

have not kept a copy, you'll have to get another one issued from your college.

Q – I have received my graduation certificate. Do I need to obtain a course

completion certificate?

A) No, the course completion certificate is only required if you are yet to receive your

graduation certificate.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



EXPERIENCE CERTIFICATE

Q – What are the certificates that one needs to carry related to Work Experience?

A – Appointment/relieving/ experience letters on the company's official letter heads will

be required. In case you are unable to get any of these three documents then payslips will

also be considered. In all cases hard copies are required. Exceptions are made in case of

work-ex achievements. In case of achievements, it may not be possible for your experience

letter to mention all these details. Hence we accept e-mails from official company ids as

well.

Q – My company will not be able to give me experience letter soon. What should I do

in that case?

A – If your company cannot issue an experience certificate, you can get pay slips for the

months you have worked in the company. Pay slips would suffice for time being till the

time you get your official experience certificate.

FEE STRUCTURE

Q - What is the fee structure for PGP program at IIM K?

A – The fee structure has been attached with this document.

Q – Can we avail loan facilities on campus?

A – Yes. Regarding loans for paying the fee, every year MADCOM (Merchandising and

Designing Committee) arranges for bulk loan deals with banks at attractive interest rates,

no collateral. However, the deal takes place only after the term starts so the initial fee has

to be borne by the student.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – How much would be the initial fee and would I be reimbursed the fees?

A – The initial amount last year as well as this year is Rs 50000/-. Arranging this initial

amount should be fairly easy since on production of the offer letter from IIMs, banks rarely

refuse loans. Once the MADCOM deal is through you will be reimbursed that amount and

can close the loan from the outside bank.

Q – How do I decide the bank from which I can take the loan?

A – Every year many banks come on campus and give a presentation giving details of the

loan offers. After attending the presentations, the batch is allowed to vote for banks which

they would opt for and banks are selected thereafter. Last year the students were able to

avail loans from the Union Bank of India (UBI) and Central bank of India (CBI).

Q – What documents are required while availing loan from campus?

A – Documents required during loan process are:

a) IIM K Offer Letter

b) A Photo ID proof

c) Permanent Address Proof

In case students want to avail certain interest rate waivers, they would have to get the

family income certificate for the last financial year.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



INFORMALS AND SANGAM

Q – What are Informals and Sangam?

A – As the name suggests, Informals are casual gatherings with the present students at IIM

K at popular joints like CCD etc. where you can get your doubts cleared regarding life at

and after K.

Sangam is an event wherein the prospective students are given a chance to meet the

alumni from IIM K many of whom are now in top management position in various

industries. With a rich exchange of ideas and learning at a common place, Sangam is one of

the most cherished and unique experiences that an IIM student can have before actually

joining an IIM.

Q – When and where are Sangam and Informals held?

A – The date on which Informals will be held across various cities would be communicated

soon. Sangam is planned on May 25th this year at various reputed hotels across different

cities. Informals are generally planned before Sangam so that students know each otherbetter.

Q – Do we need to carry anything when you come to attend Sangam?

A – Yes. A copy of your offer letter is necessary.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



HOSTEL RELATED QUERIES

1. Currently there is 1 double room hostel - Hostel H (Girls) and 3 triple room hostels -

Hostel J, L1 and L2 (Boys). All the double and triple room hostels have attached

bathrooms.

2. The single rooms do not have attached toilets. They have a common wash area on each

floor. Each floor has about 18 people.

Q - Do single rooms have AC?

A – No, the single rooms do not have such facility.

Q - Are we allowed to have our own ACs fixed in single rooms and pay for the usage

accordingly?

A – No.

Q - Will house keeping be provided?

A – There are house cleaning staffs that regularly clean the rooms.

Q - Do we have to carry our own quilts and spreads?

A – Mattress and pillows will be provided by the institute. However you have to bring your

own bed sheet. There is no need to bring quilts as it hardly gets chilly here.

Q - What about laundry?

A – Every hostel has washing machines which can be used at free of cost. Moreover, there is

a laundry on campus which has nominal charges.

Q - What about finances? Which bank is there in the campus to handle all

transactions for personal expenses?

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



A – There is a SBI branch on campus. Also there is an ATM. Moreover, just outside the

campus gate, there is ICICI Bank ATM, Union Bank ATM, Canara Bank and many other

ATMs. It would be preferable to open an account at SBI, IIMK Branch once you arrive on

campus.

Q - What will be the basis of allocating rooms? A – The basis for room allocation would

be random.

Q - What is the internet facility in both hostels?

A – All hostels have internet via LAN cable. The academic block and classrooms have Wi-Fi

connectivity.

Q – If we are allocated a certain hostel in first year, does that remain same for the

whole of 2 years or is our hostel changed after 1st year?

A – No, after first year, you have an option of changing your hostel.

Q - Is the rent amount different for single room and double room?

A – The rent amount is same for both types of hostel/rooms. It is on per student basis.

Q - Are there no geysers in common wash area?

A – There are no geysers in the common wash areas.

Q - Do all bathrooms have showers?

A – Yes

Q - Are geysers required?

A – As such there is no need for geysers; however some students do use immersion heaters

for hot water.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – Can parents or friends from outside come can they stay with us in case of a single

room?

A – No, parents and friends are not allowed to stay on campus overnight.

Q - Are curtains, chair required for the room or are they provided?

A – Curtains are not provided, but can be obtained on the campus Margin Free shop, if

required. However, both single and double rooms are furnished with a bed, chair, study

table, cupboard, book shelf and pin board.

Q – Is there any design difference between girls and boys hostel?

A – All rooms have the same design irrespective of girls or boys hostel.

Q – How many cupboards are there in a double-bedded room?

A – A double bedded room has two cupboards, one for each occupant.

Q - Would the rooms be available only one day before our date of joining? If I wish to

come early, would they be available then?

A – The room will be available in case in you decide to come a couple of days early.

Q – Is there a facility of guest houses for parents or guardians accompanying the

students?

A – Regarding the stay of parents, anyone coming to drop or meet students is not provided

a place to stay, even for a single night. So, if both your parents are accompanying you, we

would advise you to preferably book a hotel. There are autos available from city to campus

at Rs. 200 or more. Also, KSRTC buses ply regularly during day time. A list of hotels is

provided at the end of the manual.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



SCHOLARSHIPS

Q – What is the procedure for applying for a scholarship?

A – In Term II a notification will be published asking you to fill up a form. You will have to

provide the income details of your family. Based upon that form your application will be

considered by a committee. If the income is within the slabs of scholarship you will be

issued a cheque for reimbursement. This will happen sometime in December or January.

A similar exercise will be undertaken in second year when you again submit the documents

and get a fees refund. You will however have to pay the money initially by yourself.

CLASSES AND CURRICULUM

Q – When do classes begin?

A – All students would be tentatively required to reach campus by the morning of the 24 th

of June 2013 for registration. This would be followed by a week of induction. The classes

would begin on 1st July 2013, time-table for which shall be provided once students have

reached campus. The dates would be confirmed to you by the institute administration once

your acceptance of the offer is received.

Q – What time are the classes held?

A – Normally, the classes can begin at 9:15am or later and end at 6:00pm or earlier.

However, extra classes outside this time period might be held.

Q – Can we choose our own courses?

A – During the first year, the students take core courses that are compulsory for all.

Therefore, the PGP office sets the courses in the first year. However, students can choose

their courses during the second year.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – I have an engineering degree. Will I have trouble following management

subjects?

A – IIMK student pool consists of students from diverse educational and cultural

backgrounds. The introduction week as well as the actual courses is designed so that all

students from different backgrounds may follow the course content. We will also be

sending you material before you arrive, to help you get accustomed to the subjects. We

request you to take these training modules seriously.

Q – Are classes held during weekends?

A – Classes could be held during the weekends. But usually Saturdays and Sundays are off.

Q – Can I start taking specialization subjects (like finance, marketing, strategy, etc.)

immediately?

A – No, the first year of the PGP requires that all students take the core courses mandated

by the PGP office. Specialization subjects may be taken during the second year.

Q – When do we get the course material for our classes?

A – The course material can be obtained once the registration process in completed.

Q – Do we have to return our course material at the end of the term?

A – No, it is yours to keep.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



LAPTOP DEAL

Q – How do I order the laptop? What are its specs? What was the price & spec of the

last year's model?

A – The exact process to order the laptop, specs and all other details shall be conveyed in

due course of time by MADCOM, since the process is still on. You will be notified on this

Google group (and FB) and will have sufficient time to order the laptop. The deal has two

rounds - the orders can be placed in either of the rounds. The rounds differ in order

deadlines, delivery timelines, and payment modalities. Ordering the laptops in the first

round is recommended. Knowing last year's model & price would not be indicative of this

year's deal, since the computer hardware market is extremely dynamic - both spec & price

wise.

Q – How do I pay for the laptop? Will it be covered under my educational loan?

A – The payment modalities will be conveyed in due course of time (most probably through

DD). The laptop expense is covered under the educational loan (Students opting for getting

the laptop through loan would invariably be in the second round of orders)

Q – When & where will the laptop be delivered?

A – The laptops from the first round should be delivered a week after the commencement

of the academic session on the respective IIM campus. The second round orders will be

delivered accordingly. However, MADCOM will try on a best effort basis to expedite the

process for the second round orders also.

Q – What will happen if I order a laptop while I am at IIM X and then there is waitlist

movement and I go to another IIM Y?

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



A – We are factoring this in the process, and will be talking with the Company to change the

shipment destination to your new IIM even after the order is placed. However, this will

depend on multiple factors - the time when you inform us, whether the shipment has

already been dispatched or not etc. Since the process is coordinated across the major IIMs,

the Pan-IIM Deal Team will try to arrange this on a best effort basis, but will not be in a

position to commit.

Q – Can I buy multiple laptops/net-books/combos for my family/friends etc?

A – Yes, you can buy any number of laptops/net-books etc. However, please note that theeducational loan will cover only one laptop. Also, the order will be delivered to your

campus, and the payment modalities will be at the campus. We will not be in a position to

accommodate any request to deliver the Laptop/collect payment at any other location

other than the campus.

Q – Are there any other hardware/software deals being arranged?

A – As of now, the Laptop Deal is the only deal that the Deal Team is working on. However,if there is any other requisite hardware/software that is deemed necessary for the

academic purpose, the Deal Team would try to arrange the same.

Q – Can we use our old laptops?

A – Yes, you can use your old laptops. Any laptop with decent specs would do the job

(Vista/Windows7 compatible laptops are recommended).

Q – Are MACs available through this deal?

A – No, at present MACs are not part of the deal; but if there is a sizable demand then we

will look into it.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – Is there any restriction on OS? As in is there any OS specific software that is used?

A – No, there is no restriction on OS; you can use Windows, Linux, and MAC whatever you

want. Yes, there is some software like SPSS, I-think etc that are used (but their non-

windows compatible versions are also available with the students).

Q – Would a net-book suffice for the 2 years?

A – Yes, a net-book would suffice all the academic purposes (in fact it is easier to

carry/handle a net-book in the classrooms/campus rather than carrying the 14/15 inch

laptops). But many people prefer a bigger screen for other stuff like movies, games etc. So

it’s totally your call. [Many on campus are using the net-book as a complement to their

laptops]

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



FACILITIES ON CAMPUS

Q – What sports facilities are available on campus?

A – IIMK students enjoy a variety of sports facilities. The campus has a football field, two

table tennis rooms, one gym, two badminton courts and a pool table. Students can also use

the sporting facilities at NIT Calicut, which is a short drive away.

Q – Are there any music facilities on campus?

A – Yes, the campus has a music room. Students can get together here, perform and jamtogether.

Q – What are the facilities available on campus for food?

A – There are two messes. Messes serve North Indian as well as South Indian food. There is

a café on campus called High Octane that offers burgers, sandwiches, hot and cold

beverages, etc. Night canteen is available in the messes between regular meal hours.

Between classes, students can grab a quick coffee at vending machines placed near classes.

There is a Milma outlet which serves snacks as well.

Q – Is there a facility on campus to purchase basic items?

A – Yes, there is a small convenience store called ‘Margin Free’ on campus where students

can purchase basic items like soap, toothbrushes, stationary, etc. There is a reliance fresh

store just outside the campus as well.

Q – I don’t have a laptop yet and plan to purchase one as part of the IIMK bulk deal. Is

there a facility on campus for using a computer?

A – Yes, there is a computer centre that is open 24 hours where you can use computers and

printers.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – Is there a facility on campus for scanning and photocopying?

A – A scanner is available in the computer centre. Photocopies can be made at a small

photocopying shop in the computer centre for a nominal price. The shop also offers heavy-

duty printing, binding, etc.

Q – What kind of a library does IIMK have?

A – IIMK boasts a world-class library that has several publications, references and stacks.

The library is open 24 hours and also has study areas. Book Issuing services are only

available from 9 am-5 pm.

Q – What kind of medical facilities does the campus have?

A – There is a doctor on campus during the morning and evening hours. There is also a

dispensary open during these times. In addition, a campus ambulance is available 24 hours

to take students to the hospitals outside campus in case of an emergency.

Q – Are there any salons or parlours on campus?

A – Unfortunately, no. But there are salons and parlours right outside the campus.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



CLUBS/IGS/COMMITTEES

Q – What are the different committees/clubs/ Interest Groups we can be a part of

once we are on campus?

A – There are numerous student activities which you can be a part of once on campus. The

details of the same can be found on http://iimk.ac.in/newwebsite/stdaffairs/. This website

gives you all the details of student activities on campus.

Q – How do you get the membership of such groups?

A – Students who are interested are given an introductory session by each

IG/Club/Committee. Since, it is impossible to take all students in all the activities, students

are assigned tasks by the groups in which they are interested. Based on their performance

in the tasks, selection of students as members is done. Details will be given once you are on

campus.

BIKES/SCOOTERS

Q – Are we allowed to bring cars/bikes/scootys on campus?

A – Students are allowed to bring their bikes and scootys to campus but as a policy,

students are not allowed to bring cars on campus.

Q – Are Bikes with number plates of state other than Kerala allowed?

A – Yes bikes from any other states are allowed. It is always better to have a No Objection

Certificate with you.

Q – How can we send the bike to Kozhikode?

A – Most of the students use the courier services of Gati/Blue Dart etc to send their bikes.

Some students also use the Railway Parcel Service. The rates of the transport depend on

the distance from Kozhikode.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



Q – What documents are required to be brought?

o RC book - original + photocopy

o Driver's license - original + photocopy

o Authorization letter - in case bike is not in your name. If it’s in your

dad's name, you can use your DL to show your relation with the owner. In

this case, authorization letter's not required. An authorization letter is

simply a letter from the owner authorizing you to transport the bike.

Q – How does one parcel a bike?

o The bike needs to be packed before transporting. The parcel coolies do it for

around Rs. 200.

o You'll get a form from the parcel officer; address it to yourself at Kozhikode.

o Depending on the value of your bike, the charge will be levied.

o You'll get a way bill that you'll need to surrender at Kozhikode parcel office to

receive the bike.

o Get your helmet separately.

o They send the parcels in the next available train to the destination. Make sure you

collect the bike quickly at Kozhikode since the parcel office also levies

rental/parking charges if it's left there more than 6 hours.

7/27/2019 IIMK FAQ



LIST OF HOTELS IN KOZHIKODE

S.No. Name of HotelNo. of rooms

available

Tentative Rates

(Rs./Night)Contact Details

1 Hotel Monad A/C - 20Executive – 2400

Suite – 54000495-2804301

2 Sana Tower HotelNon-A/C - 20

A/C - 10

Non A/C - 600

A/C - 10000495-2356631

3 Calicut Towers A/C - 15Standard – 1000

Deluxe – 25000495-2723202

4 Malabar Palace A/C - 52Standard – 2600

Executive – 3400

0495-2721511

5 Hotel SpanNon-A/C – 50

A/C – 60

Standard Non-A/C – 900

Standard A/C – 1400

Deluxe A/C – 1600

Executive A/C – 2600

Thomas James

9387210250

6 Hotel Asma Towers A/C - 40

Standard – 2400

Executive – 2800

Superior – 3200

Suite – 4800

0495-4088000

7 Kadavu Resorts A/C – 119 Deluxe – 5100Pradeep A.R.

99469644338 Maharani A/C – 56 Deluxe – 1200 0495-2723101

9 Hyson Heritage A/C – 82

Standard – 2400

Deluxe – 3000

Premier – 3900

Suite – 6000

0495-2766726

0495-2766423

10 Westway Hotel A/C – 60

Standard – 4000

Club – 4600

Suite – 6500

0495-2768888

11 Taj Gateway A/C – 74

Standard – 4300

Superior – 5200

Executive – 9100

0495-6613000

12 CopperFolia A/C – 27

Superior – 3600

Deluxe – 4200

Suite – 4800

0495-2436300