Placement Statistics
The Finance program at Department Of Management Studies Kumaun University Campus Bhimtal consistently achieves high placement rates, reflecting the quality of education and industry relevance. The following table provides detailed statistics for the last five years:
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1200000 | 600000 | 580000 | 93.5% | 85 |
| 2023 | 1100000 | 580000 | 560000 | 92.0% | 80 |
| 2022 | 1000000 | 560000 | 540000 | 91.5% | 75 |
| 2021 | 950000 | 540000 | 520000 | 90.0% | 70 |
| 2020 | 850000 | 500000 | 480000 | 87.0% | 65 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The department collaborates with leading financial institutions and corporations, ensuring students have access to diverse career opportunities:
- ICICI Bank: Offers roles in investment banking, retail banking, risk management, and customer service.
- HDFC Securities: Provides internships and full-time positions in equity research, portfolio management, and financial analysis.
- Kotak Mahindra Bank: Recruits for corporate finance, treasury operations, and credit risk assessment roles.
- Axis Bank: Offers positions in financial planning, investment advisory, and compliance.
- SBI Capital Markets: Focuses on capital markets research, trading, and investment banking.
- Goldman Sachs: Attracts top performers for roles in investment banking, equity research, and asset management.
- JPMorgan Chase: Provides opportunities in global markets, derivatives, and financial engineering.
- Citibank: Offers positions in corporate finance, risk analysis, and international banking.
- HSBC: Recruits for roles in investment banking, wealth management, and compliance.
- Morgan Stanley: Offers internships and full-time positions in equity research, trading, and financial planning.
- Barclays: Provides opportunities in investment banking, risk management, and corporate finance.
- Deutsche Bank: Focuses on global markets, derivatives, and financial engineering roles.
- UBS: Offers positions in asset management, wealth planning, and risk analysis.
- BNP Paribas: Recruits for corporate finance, investment banking, and regulatory compliance roles.
- Standard Chartered: Provides opportunities in international banking, trade finance, and risk management.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The Finance program prepares students for diverse sectors within the financial industry:
- IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in fintech startups, financial software development, and digital payment solutions.
- Core Engineering: Some students transition into roles involving financial analysis of engineering projects or consulting firms.
- Finance: Traditional roles in investment banking, asset management, and commercial banking remain popular.
- Consulting: Many graduates join top-tier consulting firms where they advise clients on financial strategies and investments.
- Analytics: Opportunities exist in data analytics firms where students apply statistical models to financial datasets.
- PSUs: Government-owned enterprises like ONGC, IOCL, and BHEL often recruit finance graduates for roles in strategic planning and investment analysis.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in the summer of the third year, offering students valuable industry exposure. The department facilitates placements with leading firms through a structured process:
- Preparation: Students prepare resumes, attend workshops on interview skills, and participate in mock interviews.
- Company Visits: Recruiters visit campus for presentations, recruitment drives, and networking sessions.
- Selection Process: Includes written tests, group discussions, technical interviews, and HR rounds.
- Stipend Details: Internship stipends vary by company but typically range from ₹20,000 to ₹60,000 per month.
Historically, students secure internships with companies like ICICI Bank, HDFC Securities, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Goldman Sachs. These experiences significantly enhance employability and provide insights into career trajectories within the finance sector.