The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad conducted its summer placements for the PGP Class of 2028, offering over 85 roles across various sectors. The placement process answered the core question of how many and what types of roles were available to students, showcasing opportunities in consulting, investment banking, financial advisory, asset management, and operations consulting.
- More than 85 roles offered across six cohorts.
- Top recruiters included Goldman Sachs, BCG, Accenture, HSBC, and McKinsey.
- International opportunities available in Singapore and Hong Kong.
- Placements conducted in a hybrid format (online and in-person).
- Upcoming placement clusters scheduled for October 27 and 30.
What sectors were included in the IIM Ahmedabad PGP summer placements 2028?
The summer placements covered a wide range of sectors. These included consulting, investment banking, financial advisory, asset management, and operations consulting. Each sector had dedicated cohorts to streamline the recruitment process.
Which companies were the top recruiters during the placements?
Leading companies participated in the placement process. In consulting, firms such as Accenture Strategy, Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), EY-Parthenon, Kearney, L.E.K. Consulting, McKinsey & Company, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, Strategy&, and others recruited students.
Investment banking and markets saw participation from Bank of America, Barclays, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, JPMorgan Chase, Moelis & Co, Morgan Stanley, Standard Chartered Bank, and The Raine Group.
The private equity and venture capital cohort included Ares Management, Aquilon Capital, Catamaran, Gaja Capital, Multiples Alternate Asset Management, and Blackstone.
Financial advisory roles were offered by American Express, Cranmore Partners, Synergy Consulting, and others.
Were there international placement opportunities?
Yes, the placement process included international opportunities. Companies such as EY-Parthenon Singapore, Goldman Sachs Hong Kong, and HSBC Hong Kong offered roles to students, reflecting the global reach of IIM Ahmedabad's placement network.
How was the placement process conducted?
The PGP Class of 2028 placement process was held in a hybrid format. This allowed recruiters to participate both online and in person, providing flexibility and wider access for companies and students alike.
Following the cluster 1 placements, clusters 2 and 3 were scheduled for October 27 and 30, continuing the recruitment process for the batch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many roles were offered in the IIM Ahmedabad PGP summer placements 2028?
A: Over 85 roles were offered across six different cohorts covering various sectors.
Q: Which sectors saw the most recruitment activity?
A: Consulting, investment banking, financial advisory, asset management, and operations consulting were the main sectors involved.
Q: Were international companies part of the placement process?
A: Yes, companies like EY-Parthenon Singapore, Goldman Sachs Hong Kong, and HSBC Hong Kong participated in the placements.
Q: What was the format of the placement process?
A: The placements were conducted in a hybrid format, allowing both online and in-person participation.
This information is based on the official press release from IIM Ahmedabad regarding the PGP Class of 2028 summer placements.
