1. Why should I choose MIJM, Manipal over other jewellery institutes?
• MIJM has been awarded The Best Gem and Jewellery Institute.
• It is a unique institute in the country which offers BBA degree specializing in jewellery design and management.
• Institute is ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 certified by TUV Rheinland
• It is recognized and affiliated to globally renowned Manipal University, Manipal.
• 100% placement record with attractive pay package over the years
• Manipal provides international environment with students from 52 countries.

2. What are the various courses offered at MIJM?
• Degree – BBA(Jewellery Design and Management)
• Lateral course – direct entry to second year of BBA(JDM) for degree/diploma holders
• Post-Graduation – PG Diploma in Jewellery Sales and Retaill Operations
• Short term programmes. (For further information click here)

3. What is the basic eligibility to enroll in this course?
i) Admission to the BBA (Jewellery Design and Management) course is open to all candidates who possess a pre-university education [10 + 2] or equivalent level of education with 50 per cent aggregate marks
ii) Those who completed diploma in Jewellery designing or diploma in any stream are eligible to get admission directly to second year.
iii) Those who completed degree in any discipline can apply for Post Graduate Diploma course.
For further more details visit our website: www.manipal.edu ,
• Email: dradm@manipal.edu
• Phone No: 91-0820-2571997, 91-0820-2922912

4. Is good sketching skill important to enroll in the Jewellery Designing course?
It is not mandatory to have good sketching skills to master the art of designing Jewellery. The faculty provides the professional guidance.

5. I am from non-commerce discipline. Am I still eligible to join the courses at MIJM?
Yes. Students from any discipline are eligible to join the courses at MIJM.

6. What are the various subjects covered in the degree course offered by MIJM?
BBA (JDM) covers all the jewellery related subjects like :
• Jewellery Designing (Manual and CAD)
• Jewellery manufacturing (handmade and casting)
• Gemology
• All management subjects that are covered as in normal BBA/BBM courses.

7. I am not from jeweler’s family nor did I do any course in jewellery previously. Am I still eligible to join the course?
Yes. Anybody interested in starting their career in jewellery design or management is eligible to join the course.

8. I am a diploma holder and want to join the course. What is the advantage I can avail?
Diploma holders in any discipline are eligible for lateral entry (direct admission to 2nd year). The subjects taught during the 1st year BBA(JDM) will be covered by the way of bridge course during 3rd and 4th semester. For more information click here 

9. I have completed my degree and would like to pursue some course in MIJM. What options are available for me?
Institute provides various options:
a. If you wish to have in depth knowledge in gem and jewellery then you may join the BBA(JDM) course as a lateral entry (direct admission to 2nd year)
b. If you are keen on pursuing a post-graduation with placement guarantee, then you can join our Post Graduate diploma in Jewellery Sales and Retail Operations(in collaboration with Reliance Retail) which provides 100% placement. For more information, click here

10. I am a working professional and I do not have time to study for a long time at Manipal. What are the options open for me?
You can opt for joining short courses in various areas like jewellery designing (manual and CAD), diamond grading, gemstone identification and grading, casting, jewellery manufacturing, fashion jewellery, retail operations etc. Duration of such courses vary from three days to three weeks.

11. After the completion of this course will I become a bench worker or a karigar?
No. BBA(JDM) aims at creating world class jewellery management professionals and not karigars. We teach the fundamentals of jewellery manufacturing to equip the students with the basic knowledge to supervise the production unit.

12. On completion of the degree course what is the average pay package I may get?
You may expect a starting pay from `18,000/- onwards depending upon your skills, ability and performance.

13. Does MIJM provide any placement at the end of the course?
Yes. MIJM provides placement assistance to the students graduating from 3 year degree course and 1 year Post Graduate diploma course. Companies like TITAN (TANISHQ), Reliance Jewels, Ganjam Nagappa & Sons, Gitanjali, D’Damas, Joy Alukkas, Malabar Gold and many more come for campus recruitments.

14. How are the students kept updated with the latest trends in jewellery industry?
Industry experts and experienced academicians are invited to college frequently to give guest lectures and conduct seminars to keep students abreast with the latest jewellery trends and technology.


15. What is the faculty like?
The faculty comprises highly qualified and experienced professionals from academics as well as the industry. Experienced academicians and Practicing Professionals teach management subjects, whereas experienced executives impart theoretical and practical knowledge in jewellery design. Fashion and Jewellery Designers of national/ international repute are also invited as associate faculty to update students with the latest development in the field.

16. How do the students get confidence to compete in this fiercely competitive environment?
The students are sent to various gem and jewellery shows and exhibitions, made to participate in various national and international level competitions, encouraged to take part in various seminars and symposiums and also motivated to conduct events at various levels.

17. I have never stayed in hostel till now. Are the hostels comfortable and safe?
Yes. Manipal University hostels have been selected as the best in the country and provide all the facilities required by the students. Separate hostels of various types (AC,NON AC, single and on sharing basis) are available for boys and girls and premises have various facilities like campus stores, food courts, mess, night canteens, gym, fruits and vegetables shops, general stores etc. You will be more than happy to stay in Manipal University hostels. Click here for more details.

18. What is the admission procedure for NRIs’? 
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19. Will I get any assistance for procuring education loans?
Yes. We will provide expenditure certificate which can be produced to avail educational loans.

20. Is there any scholarship facility available?
There are many scholarship facilities available like- Merit based scholarship, Konkani quota etc.