XLRI Xavier School of Management has successfully concluded its placement drive for the PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) batch of 2023–25, demonstrating remarkable outcomes. Despite challenging market conditions, the institution achieved a 100% placement rate, reaffirming its dedication to student career success and strong industry connections.
Placement Highlights: PGDM (BM) & PGDM (HRM) 2023–25
Key highlights from the PGDM (BM) & PGDM (HRM) 2023–25 placements underscore XLRI’s robust industry ties and the caliber of its student body:
| Placement Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Students Placed | 591 |
| Total Offers Made | 600+ |
| Highest International Package | ₹1.10 crore per annum |
| Highest Domestic Package | ₹75 lakh per annum |
| Average Salary | ₹29.89 lakh per annum |
| Median Salary | ₹28 lakh per annum |
| Top 10% Average Salary | ₹52.03 lakh per annum |
| Top 25% Average Salary | ₹44.35 lakh per annum |
| Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) | 34.17% of the batch |
| Number of Recruiters | 172 (including 41 new recruiters) |
Sector-Wise Placement Breakdown
Consulting emerged as the top sector, accounting for 26% of offers. Prominent consulting firms, including McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Accenture Strategy, EY-Parthenon, Kearney, PwC, and KPMG, recruited for various roles in strategy, operations, and management consulting.
The Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector contributed 22% of offers. Leading financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Citi, Axis Bank, HDFC Ergo, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Barclays, Deutsche Bank, NatWest, NPCI, Standard Chartered, HSBC, Mastercard, and Policy Bazaar participated, offering positions in investment banking, risk management, and financial analysis.
Sales & Marketing accounted for 18% of the total offers. Esteemed companies like AB InBev, Adani Wilmar, Amul, Dabur, Godrej, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), ITC, Nestlé, Philip Morris International, Samsung, Tata Consumer Products, Asian Paints, Mondelez, Kraft Heinz, and L’Oréal recruited for roles in brand management, product marketing, and sales strategy.
Top Recruiters
The placement drive at XLRI successfully attracted a mix of established industry leaders and new recruiters:
- Consulting: McKinsey & Company, BCG, Bain & Company, Accenture Strategy, EY-Parthenon, Kearney, PwC, KPMG
- BFSI: Goldman Sachs, Citi, Axis Bank, HDFC Ergo, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Barclays, Deutsche Bank, NatWest, NPCI, Standard Chartered, HSBC, Mastercard, Policy Bazaar
- Sales & Marketing: AB InBev, Adani Wilmar, Amul, Dabur, Godrej, HUL, ITC, Nestlé, Philip Morris International, Samsung, Tata Consumer Products, Asian Paints, Mondelez, Kraft Heinz, L’Oréal
The participation of these esteemed organizations underscores XLRI’s strong industry linkages and the trust employers place in its talent pool.
Key Takeaways
- Consistent Excellence: XLRI has maintained a 100% placement record, demonstrating its sustained commitment to providing quality education and ensuring excellent employment opportunities for its graduates.
- High Compensation Packages: The highest international package of ₹1.10 crore and a domestic package of ₹75 lakh demonstrate the premium that employers place on XLRI graduates.
- Diverse Opportunities: The wide range of sectors and roles offered reflects XLRI’s adaptability in meeting the diverse career aspirations of its students.
These outcomes reinforce XLRI’s position as a premier management institution in India, committed to nurturing future leaders equipped to excel in a dynamic global business environment.