Albertian Institute of Management

 Albertian Institute of Management (AIM)  is an educational institution committed to providing top-tier management education. Located in the city of Kochi, in the state of Kerala, India, AIM operates as the management department of St. Albert's College (Autonomous), under the ownership and management of the Archdiocese of Verapoly.

This college has garnered several notable accolades, including an 'A' grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and ISO 9001:2015 certification by TUV Rheinland. It is also approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. AIM offers a comprehensive full-time Master's Program in Management (MBA), which serves as the cornerstone for developing profound analytical and conceptual insights into the domains of Indian and International Business.

One of AIM's unique aspects is its emphasis on a participative management system, where students actively engage in the college's operations and day-to-day activities.

Additionally, AIM houses a Managerial Research Center, underlining the institution's commitment to research and practical knowledge in the field of management. The institute is renowned for its dedication to academic excellence and its unwavering focus on preparing students for prosperous careers in the dynamic business world.

History
The Archdiocese of Verapoly has a well-established legacy of dedication to education, particularly in the realm of higher education. This commitment led to the establishment of the St. Albert's Group of Education Institutions, with its roots tracing back to the inception of St. Albert's School in 1892. This landmark school was established on land generously donated by the Kochi Maharaja and held the distinction of being the first private boys' school in the Kingdom of Kochi during that era.

Subsequently, the Archdiocese extended its educational endeavors, giving rise to several other institutions. In 1946, a pivotal decision was made under the leadership of Dr. Joseph Attippetty, the then Archbishop of Kochi and the first Indian Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Verapoly. This decision marked the transformation of the High school into a full-fledged college, giving birth to St. Albert's College. The college initially operated from the Boys' school campus before relocating in 1950 to a new site, while St. Albert's boys' school continued its operation at the original campus with expanded facilities.

The original school campus was an architectural marvel, characterized by the grandeur of Victorian design in the traditional Gothic style. In 1958, a second structure, reminiscent of the original one, was commissioned near the old campus, and Pagoda-styled buildings for lower classes were constructed behind the heritage structure. The St. Albert's Group continued its growth, encompassing over 20 schools, five higher colleges, a medical college, and a nursing home.

In 2005, recognizing the burgeoning business opportunities in Kochi and Kerala, St. Albert's College embarked on a new venture by establishing a business school. The old campus of St. Albert's boys' school underwent a complete transformation to accommodate business students, and this dedicated campus was inaugurated on the 17th of August, 2006.

Programmes
Albertian Institute of Management offers a two-year full time MBA programme spread over four semesters and two summer internships. AIM offers specialisations in the areas of Finance, Information Systems, Human Resource, Marketing, Operations and Business Analytics to their students. The first semester course lays the foundation in fundamentals of management, the second semester lays the foundation in the functional areas of management. The third and fourth semesters focuses on in depth knowledge in the areas of specialization selected by the student. Students of AIM has to undergo a summer internship project in a company based on their specialization which includes a problem-based study and analysis and two dissertations during their course of study at Albertian Institute of Management.

The college also offers four certificate programmes to students, as an additional add-on specialised degree to regular MBA programme.

Moreover, AIM boasts a managerial research center and a center for finance training, enhancing its commitment to academic excellence and practical learning.

Clubs
AIM-Kochi features four prominent clubs dedicated to nurturing the specialized interests of its management students: the ED Club (Entrepreneur Development), HR Club, Finance Club, and Marketing Club.

Moreover, all students hold student memberships in esteemed organizations like the Kerala Management Association, National Institute of Personnel Management, and the Businessline committee, fostering valuable interactions with industry leaders.

The institution also actively promotes a range of cultural and non-academic activities through two distinct organizations. The Albertian Students Forum, led by an elected president, represents the student government, while the Gurukul@AIM serves as the forum for alumni to stay connected with their beloved Alma Mater's activities.

Awards
The College has been accorded the following Awards

1.      The "Consumer Protection Award" by Consumer Protection Council of Kerala and RTI Council Kerala  and the award were presented by the Minister for Road Transport, Motor Vehicles, and Water Transport Shri. Adv. Antony Raju.''

2.      Bestowed with the “Emerging B-School Award” by Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industries  (FICCI) during the Made in Kerala Awards 2022 (Award was handed over by the  Minister of Industries Law and Cir, Shri. P. Rajeev '' )

3.      Bestowed as the “First Filament Free B-School” in the State of Kerala (Award was handed over by the then  Minister of Power Shri. M. M. Mani  )

4.      Bestowed as “the best industry Aligned B-School” awarded by the '' Governor of Goa, His Excellency Shri. P. S. Sreedharan Pillai ''

5.      Ministry of Education, Government of India bestowed the title of “Promising Institute” during the recently concluded ARIIA Rankings

6.      Bestowed as “Top and Outstanding B-School” in the State of Kerala (Award was given by the BeginUp Research Intelligence Pvt. Ltd.)

7.      Ranked  129th Best B-School in the Country  by the Week magazine

8.      Ranked among the  top 100 Best B-School in the Country  (Private) by the Week magazine

9.      Ranked among the  top 150 Best B-School in the Country  by Business Standard

10.  NAAC “A Grade Accredited Institution"

Placements
According to the information provided in the Mandatory Disclosure form in compliance with AICTE regulations, the College consistently achieves a remarkable placement rate of over 90% for its students each year. Notably, in the academic year 2022-23, students have received enticing job offers with an impressive average annual package of 6.2 lakhs, all while the total tuition fees for the two-year program remain under the economical bracket of 3.75 lakhs.