{"id":15089,"date":"2025-09-16T12:41:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T12:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skybeaconnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/16\/linkedin-ranks-best-global-business-schools-check-which-indian-institutions-made-it-to-top-50-the-times-of-india\/"},"modified":"2025-09-18T03:57:28","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T03:57:28","slug":"linkedin-ranks-best-global-business-schools-check-which-indian-institutions-made-it-to-top-50-the-times-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skybeaconnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/16\/linkedin-ranks-best-global-business-schools-check-which-indian-institutions-made-it-to-top-50-the-times-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"LinkedIn ranks best global business schools: Check which Indian institutions made it to top 50 &#8211; The Times of India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/skybeaconnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-indian-business-schools-among-worlds-best.jpg\" alt=\"LinkedIn ranks best global business schools: Check which Indian institutions made it to top 50\"\/> LinkedIn has released its latest Best Global Business Schools 2025 ranking, mapping the institutions that have the greatest impact on career growth, skill development, and professional networking. The list, drawn from the career outcomes of millions of alumni worldwide, is a unique reflection of how business schools translate academic prestige into professional success.In a remarkable showing, seven Indian institutions secured spots among the world\u2019s top 50, demonstrating the country\u2019s rising stature in global management education. From premier IIMs to ISB and IIFT, these schools are not only strengthening India\u2019s talent pool but also establishing their graduates in influential roles across sectors worldwide.<\/p>\n<h2>How LinkedIn built the ranking<\/h2>\n<p>Unlike traditional rankings that focus on faculty credentials, research, or test scores, LinkedIn\u2019s methodology centres on career outcomes. Using alumni data, the platform analysed:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Most common job titles held by graduates across industries.<\/li>\n<li>Top skills highlighted on their profiles that match market demand.<\/li>\n<li>Geographical distribution, i.e., where graduates are thriving globally.<\/li>\n<li>Unique strengths such as advancement, networking, or industry impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This approach provides a practical measure of how schools equip students for leadership roles, entrepreneurship, and cross-border opportunities.<\/p>\n<h2>Indian institutions in LinkedIn\u2019s global top 50<\/h2>\n<p>As per LinkedIn\u2019s selection, 7 Indian business schools rank among the top 50.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad &amp; Mohali<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#5 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Program Manager, Management Consultant<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Growth Strategies, Product Vision, User Research<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs:<\/strong> Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ISB has carved out a niche for producing industry-ready professionals who quickly rise through managerial and leadership tracks. Its strong ties with multinational corporations and focus on practical leadership skills make it a standout.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM-C)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#16 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles:<\/strong> Product Manager, Business Analyst, Management Analyst<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Product Road Mapping, Growth Strategies, Product Vision<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs:<\/strong> Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IIM-C, known for its rigorous quantitative approach, boasts one of the most powerful alumni networks in finance, consulting, and technology \u2014 a factor that significantly boosts its graduates\u2019 career trajectories.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#17 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Sales Manager, Program Manager<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Go-to-Market Strategy, Wireframing, Strategy Consulting<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs: <\/strong>Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IIM-A continues to be India\u2019s most globally recognised B-school. Its case-study-based pedagogy, modelled on Harvard, and its diverse leadership pipeline make it a natural magnet for global recruiters.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#20 overall<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Program Manager, Business Analyst<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Go-to-Market Strategy, Product Vision, Software Product Management<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs:<\/strong> Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As the only Indian institution explicitly ranked in the global top 20, IIM-B is emerging as a technology and innovation powerhouse. Its proximity to India\u2019s Silicon Valley ecosystem offers graduates unique advantages in entrepreneurship and digital leadership.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#26 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Program Manager, Management Consultant<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Go-to-Market Strategy, Product Road Mapping, Strategy Consulting<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs: <\/strong>Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With a growing international presence and increasing tie-ups with global institutions, IIM-L has become a strategic stop for recruiters seeking versatile business talent.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIM-I)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank: <\/strong>#36 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Business Analyst, Investment Banking Analyst<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Go-to-Market Strategy, Wireframing, Strategy Consulting<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs: <\/strong>Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IIM-I has built a reputation for adaptability \u2014 producing leaders who excel not only in India\u2019s corporate corridors but also in global financial hubs.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), New Delhi<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Global rank:<\/strong> #50 globally<\/li>\n<li><strong>Most common roles: <\/strong>Product Manager, Sales Manager, Investment Banking Analyst<\/li>\n<li><strong>Key skills: <\/strong>Go-to-Market Strategy, International Trade, Commodity Markets<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top hubs: <\/strong>Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As India\u2019s flagship institute for international business, IIFT stands out for its deep specialisation in trade, finance, and market strategy, helping graduates carve niches in cross-border roles.<\/p>\n<h2>How India stacks up globally<\/h2>\n<p>While India celebrated seven entries, the global ranking was dominated by traditional powerhouses:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Harvard Business School and Stanford Graduate School of Business continued to set benchmarks in global leadership and entrepreneurship.<\/li>\n<li>INSEAD (France\/Singapore) and London Business School (UK) topped in international exposure and cross-border mobility.<\/li>\n<li>Wharton (University of Pennsylvania) was highlighted for producing C-suite executives at scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>India\u2019s representation, however, reflects a growing parity with Western institutions. With IIM-B in the top 20 and IIM-A, IIM-C, and ISB ranked for networking and advancement, Indian schools are increasingly competing head-to-head with Ivy League and European giants.Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LinkedIn has released its latest Best Global Business Schools 2025 ranking, mapping the institutions that have the greatest impact on career growth, skill development, and professional networking. The list, drawn from the career outcomes of millions of alumni worldwide, is a unique reflection of how business schools translate academic prestige into professional success.In a remarkable showing, seven Indian institutions secured spots among the world\u2019s top 50, demonstrating the country\u2019s rising stature in global management education. From premier IIMs to ISB and IIFT, these schools are not only strengthening India\u2019s talent pool but also establishing their graduates in influential roles across sectors worldwide.How LinkedIn built the rankingUnlike traditional rankings that focus on faculty credentials, research, or test scores, LinkedIn\u2019s methodology centres on career outcomes. 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