Need honest feedback on IIT Patna Hybrid MBA (GenAI & Product Management) – Worth it?
Hi everyone,
I recently enrolled in the IIT Patna MBA in Generative AI & Product Management (hybrid program) and wanted to get some honest, ground-level insights before I fully commit my time and expectations to it.
A bit about me: Background in Data Science + Economics ~2 years of experience (including government projects)
Goal: Transition into AI Product / Strategy / Consulting roles I chose this program mainly to: Avoid a career gap Add an IIT brand to my CV Move into higher-level roles (not just coding)
My Key Questions: Degree Value How is this hybrid MBA from IIT Patna perceived in the industry? Is it treated close to a regular MBA, or more like an executive/online program?
Alumni Status Do students from this program get full IIT Patna alumni status, or is it separate?
Career Impact Has anyone actually transitioned into Product / AI / Consulting roles after this?
Realistically, what kind of salary jump or roles can one expect? ROI Perspective Considering the fees (~₹4L), is the ROI decent if I’m already working? Or would building projects + experience alone give similar returns?
NET/SET Eligibility Since IITs don’t come under UGC, is this MBA valid for UGC NET/SET exams? Has anyone used such a degree for academic eligibility?
Program Quality How rigorous is the curriculum actually? Is it mostly theoretical or does it genuinely help in real-world applications?
Any red flags / downsides that aren’t obvious from the brochure or counseling calls?
My Intent I’m not relying on placements from this program. I plan to: Build projects Network actively Am I on the right track, or overestimating this program?