Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA)

Overview

The Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) is a leading institute for management studies connected to development through rural sectors, agribusiness sectors, and social enterprise impact. IRMA's mission is to develop management professionals who will promote sustainable development in the rural an emerging economies around the world by becoming skilled and responsible leaders. The educational philosophy of IRMA is to combine management and operational theory with a hands-on understanding of the rural context so that students have an opportunity to develop innovative, ethical, and sustainable solutions to many of the complex global issues of today. Students receive education through hands-on experience, field studies, conduct research, and case-study examples, and develop skills in analyzing data and making decisions. The faculty for IRMA represents a diverse group of academics with experience across many sectors, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Programs at IRMA promote innovative ideas, develop strong leadership qualities, and create opportunities for students to engage with local, national, and international communities; therefore, upon graduation, students will be well-prepared to carry out significant work in the development and agribusiness sectors, government, cooperatives, consulting, or any other related area.

Courses & Fees

Course	Duration	Total Fees	Eligibility
MBA (Rural Management)	2 Years	INR 19.69 Lakhs	Graduation with 50% + CAT/XAT
MBA (Agribusiness Management)	2 Years	INR 19.69 Lakhs	Graduation with 50% + CAT/XAT
MBA (Cooperative Banking and Finance)	2 Years	INR 19.69 Lakhs	Graduation with 50% + CAT/XAT
MBA (Cooperative Management)	2 Years	INR 19.69 Lakhs	Graduation with 50% + CAT/XAT

Admissions

Empowering

The Institute For Rural Management (IRMA) strives to empower future leaders to facilitate sustainable growth and socio-economic development in both rural and development areas around the world. Through providing knowledge and education on responsible management, as well as providing experience through fieldwork, IRMA aims to develop students who can navigate rural economies and best aid in including all members of a community in economic growth.

Admission Process

Institute of Rural Management Anand selects students based on their commitment to rural development and analytical skills during their admissions process. A candidate's eligibility is determined using an accepted entrance test (CAT, MAT, XAT, etc.) as well as having them take a written examination and an interview in which we assess: academic history, potential for becoming a leader, ability to communicate effectively and motivation for working in rural communities.

Eligiblity Criteria

A candidate must possess at least an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution before they can apply to any program at Institute of Rural Management Anand. Those who will be graduating within this time frame may still submit applications; however, the selection process of candidates interested in pursuing management career paths stressing rural/sustainable development will be based on their demonstrated history of consistent academic performance, commitment to social change through positive action and leadership ability.

Placements

A comprehensive and systematic approach to building careers is available at the Institute of Rural Management Anand through a robust placement system that supports career options in the development management, rural enterprise, consulting, and social impact sectors. The Institute has developed long-standing partnerships with a wide variety of agriculture, rural finance, sustainability, and development related organizations. Students are exposed to the real world challenges through practical experience through their work experience, field-based opportunities, and interactions with industry. The dedicated placement cell provides a variety of services to help to have both successful careers and the skills necessary for recruitment. Graduates find employment in a variety of areas including development consulting, rural marketing, social entrepreneurship, sustainability-related work, and corporate social responsibility through some of the most recognized organizations in the world.

Top Recruiters

Flipkart

Tata Steel

Pidilite Industries

Vedanta

Nestle India

Airtel

GODREJ Pvt. Ltd

Emami Limited

ICICI Bank

ITC INFOTECH

Reliance

Larsen & Toubro Limited

TVS Motors

Axis Bank

Yes Bank

ADM Agro

Federal bank

Grofers

Infrastructure

1. Campus & Accommodation

Institute Of Rural Management Anand has a 60-acre campus that offers students a fully residential campus experience. Students live in an apartment-style hostel complex made up of fully furnished single occupancy rooms with internet access. Furthermore, the campus has student dining facilities, pharmacy, faculty housing, and areas specifically reserved for students that can also be used for recreational activity in order to create a comfortable residential lifestyle for students living on campus.

2. Academic Facilities

The institution has advanced educational Facilities, including A/C classrooms, AV technology in classrooms, seminar rooms and an auditorium for holding academic events. The institute has developed a specialized library called the Ravi J. Mathai Library as A centre of resources for Rural Management. The library has various types of literature (books, etc.), journals, databases, and digital resources that assist with academic development, research and teaching.

3. Sports & Recreation

The IRMA promotes a balanced life style for all students with a variety of sport and recreation facilities on campus. The off-campus facilities include football, cricket, badminton, table tennis etc., as well as a fully equipped multi-purpose gymnasium and an activity centre for all students to develop a fitness lifestyle, build teamwork and share cultural experiences.