PhD in Management
Faculty of Management Studies offers full time PhD programme. FMS provides an excellent ambience for scholarly research. The main objective of the Doctoral Research Programme at FMS is to encourage original work in different aspects of management and to develop scholars who go on to make noticeable contributions to the areas of teaching and research. The doctoral programme creates an energetic and stimulating work environment and opens up opportunities for candidates from multi-disciplinary backgrounds and diverse nationalities to pursue their dreams in their respective fields of research. This programme enables the researchers to achieve competitive profile and to become part of the next generation of faculty at the top business schools in the world. The doctoral students of FMS are encouraged to share their research at various academic platforms including national and international universities.
Submit application for admission with required documents and Statement of Purpose
Applications will be scrutinised
All eligible Applicants will need to attend the PI round
The selection will be made based on following parameters
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- Submit application for admission with required documents and Statement of Purpose
- Applications will be scrutinised
- All eligible Applicants will need to attend the PI round
- The selection will be made based on following parameters
PGDM Human Resource Management
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XLRI two-year full time Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (PGDM HRM) is the most sought after management programme and is rated one of the best not only in India but globally. XLRI PGDM HRM is a prestigious management programme in Human Resource Management and its placements are conducted along with the PGDM BM programme placements. On the completion of XLRI PGDM HRM programme students are conferred with Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management which is equivalent to MBA degree by AIU.
XLRI HRM course is the oldest and the most prestigious of the Institute's teaching programmes. Ranked as the best programme in India and the Asia-Pacific region, it aims to equip the students with the knowledge and skills required for managing HR in a way that contributes to the development of individuals and organizations. This programme has produced some of the top HR professionals in the industry today.
XLRI Admission application process is through XAT exam. You need to first complete the XAT registration and then fill and submit XAT application form with requisite fee. It is the common application form and you can also apply for XLRI admission with nominal fee to PGDM HRM programme. The Online application process remains open from mid July to November at xatonline.in
XLRI PGDM HRM admission process consists of Registration for XAT exam conducted by XLRI and submission of application for XLRI admission. There is a common application form to apply for XAT exam and for XLRI admission. Candidates will be shortlisted based on XAT exam score. It is mandatory to score well overall and section wise in XLRI XAT exam which will be a computer based test in single session across the country. XLRI Admission Policy is announced with the beginning of XAT registration process. The approach of XLRI to prepare the admission list for its PGDM HRM program is based on following points:
- Register and apply for XAT Exam
- Use the common Application form to apply for XLRI Admission
- Take XAT exam on the first Sunday of January and score well section wise and overall
- XLRI will announce Shortlist for next phase of selection round based on XAT exam score
- Final Admission Round comprises Group Discussion, Written Ability Test and Personal Interview which will be held in the months of February & March in Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai and Jamshedpur
- PGDM HRM Final Admission offer will be made in the month of April/May on the basis of XAT score, GD-PI-WAT score, academic profile, work experience among other parameters
XLRI PGDM HRM has major thrust areas in the programme on Human Resource Planning, Human Resource Information Systems, Selection, Performance Management, Training and Development, Compensation Administration and fostering harmonious employer - employee relationships in the framework of state regulations.
Besides the PGDM HRM courses are directly related to HRM. The programme also includes a series of courses in various functional areas of management. Being a specialized programme it does not provide for further specialization. Students choose an appropriate mix of elective courses according to their preferences. Graduates of this programme are qualified for executive positions in Human Resources Development, Personnel Management, industrial Relations, Labour Welfare and other related areas. The alumni are occupying senior level positions in private and public sector organizations and in multinational companies in India and abroad.
Step by step process to complete XAT registration and XLRI PGDM HRM application is as below:
- Register yourself on xatonline.in with some basic details like your name, email id, phone number. Immediately after the verification you will get XAT Id and password
- Login to XAT application page with XAT ID and password to fill your XAT application form
- On the first page fill all your personal details like complete name, date of birth, gender, email id, alternate email id, mobile number, alternate mobile number, age, nationality, blood group among others
- The next part is to fill your parents’ details in the application form. If you are married and are female, you need to enter details of your Husband and not of your parents
- Now fill in your address details like communication address with pincode, city, district, country among others
- On the next page, fill up academic details of your class 12 and/or diploma
- Fill in Details of Graduation/Other Qualification & Work Experience on next page
- Fill in your choice of XLRI PGDM HRM Programme, Test City in XAT Exam Registration Form. You can choose one or more programmes offered by XLRI. The additional application fee for each XLRI programme to be paid separately
- Choose 2 preferred test cities to appear in XAT
- On the next page, upload your photo, signature, certificates for class 10, 12 & graduation. The photo that you upload should be the latest one
- Make Payment of XAT & XLRI Application Fees
- Recognized bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration or equivalent in any discipline. No minimum percentage of marks in graduation has been prescribed for XLRI admission
- All Indian candidates should appear and apply for XAT Exam
- NRI and Foreign candidates may apply either through GMAT or through XAT
- A candidate appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply
- Work experience is Not mandatory. Fresh graduates and those with work experience can apply. Relevant work experience after graduation will only be considered.
XLRI PGDM HRM admission process consists of Registration for XAT exam conducted by XLRI and submission of application for XLRI admission. There is a common application form to apply for XAT exam and for XLRI admission. Candidates will be shortlisted based on XAT exam score. It is mandatory to score well overall and section wise in XLRI XAT exam which will be a computer based test in single session across the country. XLRI Admission Policy is announced with the beginning of XAT registration process. The approach of XLRI to prepare the admission list for its PGDM HRM program is based on following points:
- Register and apply for XAT Exam
- Use the common Application form to apply for XLRI Admission
- Take XAT exam on the first Sunday of January and score well section wise and overall
- XLRI will announce Shortlist for next phase of selection round based on XAT exam score
- Final Admission Round comprises Group Discussion, Written Ability Test and Personal Interview which will be held in the months of February & March in Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai and Jamshedpur.
- PGDM HRM Final Admission offer will be made in the month of April/May on the basis of XAT score, GD-PI-WAT score, academic profile, work experience among other parameters
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RBS Double Masters Programme In Supply Chain Management & Supply Chain Analytics (PGDM LSCM)
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XLRI Jamshedpur offers Double Masters Programme in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Supply Chain Analytics in international partnership with Rutgers Business School, USA, a highly ranked global B-school. XLRI Jamshedpur will accept XAT, GMAT and GRE score for admission to the Double Masters Programme.
The Double Masters Programme comprises PGDM (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) from XLRI, Jamshedpur & MS in Supply Chain Analytics from Rutgers Business School, US. The program offers an opportunity to earn two masters degree from XLRI and Rutgers Business School, US. These two highly ranked institutions have centers of excellence in supply chain and operations. The programme is designed to provide students a fundamental understanding of a firm's logistics and supply chain management from a global perspective. Students will acquire professional competencies in supply chain management, materials management & logistics, and an in-depth understanding of supply chain analytics enhancing their knowledge, job skills and self-enrichment. This highly competitive program is best suited for those with a mindset to apply analytics to supply chain fields and be the future supply chain leaders.
Candidates can apply for the double masters programme through the website at https://xlri.ac.in/lscm by paying requisite fees.
Admission process for Double Masters Program at XLRI and at RBS, USA is shared below:
Admission process at XLRI Jamshedpur
- XLRI selection criteria will be based on the test scores of XAT, GMAT and GRE.
- No other test scores are acceptable.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Admission Process at RBS, USA
- Standard Test Results (XAT, GMAT, GRE) or any other that was approved and submitted to XLRI at the time of selection must be uploaded.
- There is no need to retake these tests.
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Test Results are not required by RBS
- There is also no requirement for Two letters of recommendation for admission at RBS
- Candidate must upload the Resume. RBS USA requires you to upload an essay of not more than two pages, stating your background, your career objectives upon graduating from the program, and why you are interested in studying supply chain analytics
- Once the application is received, the admission and scholarship letters will be issued
- After this, the students will upload other required documents for international applicants. The list of required documents is available at https://www.business.rutgers.edu/masters-supply-chain-analytics/internat....
- Once the admission and scholarship offer are accepted by the student, he/she will work with the Admission Office and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) office of Rutgers University to start the 1-20 and visa application process. Students will directly get in touch with the OISS Office for processing Visas.
XLRI Double Masters LSCM programme core courses in the business management help students appreciate the interdependency of the various functional areas and integrate them while addressing problems in the business context. The specialized courses on supply chain management help students to pursue specific courses dealing with the domain knowledge in the logistics and supply chain areas.
At the end of the first year, all students are required to undertake a project in an organization as an integral part of the curriculum in the areas of logistics and supply chain management. Students work on live assignments for various organizations which gives the students an opportunity to sharpen their knowledge and skills, develop better appreciation of the practical problems of business organizations in general and the management.
Three-day team building component is compulsory for all the students of this program. The objective of the programme is to develop leadership and teamwork through exercises and assignments in the logistics and supply chain management areas.
XLRI's evaluation system is designed to continually assess the students' performance in relation to the required standards of academic achievement. Apart from examinations, a student's performance is assessed based on class participation, preparation of periodic assignments, mid-term tests and surprise quizzes. Minimum performance in the first year is also expected from the students to qualify to apply for the RBS Programme and for the scholarships as stipulated by the RBS, US.
- Candidates can apply for the double masters programme through the website at https://xlri.ac.in/lscm
- Candidates need to submit XAT or GMAT or GRE score with application. No other test scores are acceptable.
- After completing the required course at XLRI, Students in the RBS-XLRI double masters program should apply to the MSCA program
- Students should apply through the RBS application portal
- Then the candidate should select the RBS-XLRI double masters program
For the XLRI Double Masters programme, eligibility criteria are detailed below:
- Minimum eligibility is a three years of Bachelor's degree in any discipline, recognized by a University or Deemed to be University
- The bachelor’s degree should be from a NAAC accredited institution with a rating of at least A.
- For Engineering graduates of minimum 4 years from reputed institutions like IIT's, NIT's, etc., NAAC Accreditation is not mandatory.
- Those in the final year of graduation may also apply.
- Candidates with good work experience and sponsored candidates from organizations can also apply.
- XLRI will accept XAT, GMAT or GRE Score only for admission. No other exam score is accepted
Admission process for Double Masters Program at XLRI and at RBS, USA is shared below:
Admission process at XLRI Jamshedpur
- XLRI selection criteria will be based on the test scores of XAT, GMAT and GRE.
- No other test scores are acceptable.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Admission Process at RBS, USA
- Standard Test Results (XAT, GMAT, GRE) or any other that was approved and submitted to XLRI at the time of selection must be uploaded.
- There is no need to retake these tests.
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Test Results are not required by RBS
- There is also no requirement for Two letters of recommendation for admission at RBS
- Candidate must upload the Resume. RBS USA requires you to upload an essay of not more than two pages, stating your background, your career objectives upon graduating from the program, and why you are interested in studying supply chain analytics
- Once the application is received, the admission and scholarship letters will be issued
- After this, the students will upload other required documents for international applicants. The list of required documents is available at https://www.business.rutgers.edu/masters-supply-chain-analytics/internat....
- Once the admission and scholarship offer are accepted by the student, he/she will work with the Admission Office and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) office of Rutgers University to start the 1-20 and visa application process. Students will directly get in touch with the OISS Office for processing Visas.
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Postgraduate Diploma Management in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development (PGDM IEV)
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XLRI Jamshedpur offers two years full time AICTE approved Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development). The PGDM IEV by XLRI offers structured long-term support for aspiring entrepreneurs by combining management education with incubation/acceleration. is designed to empower students to think creatively and critically about identifying and solving problems, and to equip them with the skills and knowledge to turn their ideas into successful ventures. The program aims to foster an entrepreneurial mindset in students through a combination of theoretical and practical coursework and internships, along with opportunities to network with industry professionals and successful entrepreneurs through In-house events like- Ventresparx,Eco-system events - IID, TIECON , Entrepreneur India etc., Industry Visits and Live Projects.
Candidates can apply online by visiting - pgdmiev.xlri.ac.in by paying requisite application fee of Rs.800
The PGDM IEV at XLRI is designed to develop various skills and knowledge in the students though its rich curriculum and pedagogy. XLRI IEV employs a dynamic, hands-on approach in which each day is different. Students should anticipate two to four 90-minute lessons per day, five days per week. Students also engage in group projects, career counselling meetings, industry practicums, and extracurricular activities throughout the week.
The curriculum is based on the regular PGDM curriculum for business management but has been contextualized for startups. The core courses will cover all aspects of business fundamentals needed to run a business, and electives will the students to focus on specific learning needs. A large part of the course is designed around experiential learning, where students get an opportunity to validate and internalize the learning by applying it in the real world.
XCEED, the incubation centre at XLRI, supports the development of early-stage startup companies led by XLRI students, alumni, and faculty. XLRI incubator offers a comprehensive set of resources and services designed to assist entrepreneurs in turning their ideas into successful businesses. XLRI understands that starting a company can be a difficult and uncertain journey, which is why we strive to create a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters innovation and growth.
- Candidates can apply for the PGDM IEV through the XLRI admission website at pgdmiev.xlri.ac
- Candidates need to submit XAT, CAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, GMAT or CUET score with the application form
- Attach the required documents
- Pay the application fees of Rs.800
- Submit the application online
The eligibility criteria for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development (PGDM-IEV) are detailed below:
- Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a university or institution recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
- Applicants must have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Students in the final year of their bachelor's degree are also eligible to apply Applicants must have valid scores from one of the following management entrance tests- XAT, CAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, GMAT, or CUET
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in startups, businesses, or relevant work fields.
Admission process for XLRI PGDM IEV Program is as below:
- Candidates can apply online by visiting - pgdmiev.xlri.ac.in.
- Shortlisting will be on the basis of the candidates academic record, work experience and Statement of Purpose outlining their interest in the programme
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to appear for an interview
- Selected candidates will be intimated by email and postal mail.
- Shortlisting and admissions will happen on a rolling basis fortnightly
- Selection is made on a rolling basis
- Candidates are encouraged to apply early as there are limited seats.
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Post Graduate Diploma in General Management (PGDM-GM)
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XLRI offers 18 months full time Post Graduate Diploma in General Management (PGDM GM) previously known as GMP. The program has received various prestigious accreditations including AMBA, AICTE.
The PGDM (GM) Programme aims at augmenting the skill-sets and competencies of practicing managers. Exposing them to recent trends, tools and techniques in Management would not only provide them with extra skills sets but also help them reflect upon the previous experience of working in organizations. Though the program offers concentration in conventional subjects like Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Marketing, Production, Operations and Decision Sciences and Strategic Management but the focus of program is to prepare current managers for the leadership roles.
Candidates should apply online through XAT, GMAT or GRE with requisite exam fees and XLRI PGDM GM application Fees
- Candidates should apply online through XAT, GMAT or GRE with requisite exam fees and XLRI PGDM GM application Fees
- XAT written test has multiple components and you need to maximize your performance in each of these components.
- While preparing the shortlisted candidates for the interview, in addition to XAT performance, XLRI may factor in academic ability and the relevant work experience
- Final Merit list will be prepared based on personal interviews (and/or group discussions), XAT/GMAT/GRE performance, relevant work experience, academic ability, extra-curricular activities
- For candidates who cannot be present physically for the XLRI interviews due to their being out of the country, interviews would be carried out in online mode via Internet for PGDM (GM)
The course enables students to grasp the latest in management theory, broadens perspectives and launches them into new avenues of problem solving. XLRI's deep commitment to nation building is demonstrated year on year as the program nurtures socially responsible change agents transforming the business landscape of modern India. The superlative course structure combined with the substantial work-experience of the participants makes them highly sought after by the industry post-graduation.
The PGDM GM program comprises of seven terms with duration of all terms ranges between 5 to 13 weeks depending on number of subjects in each term. Every term ends with an exam. The first 3 Terms are broadly focused on to build rudimentary management concepts across all disciplines. The 15 core courses offered during this time includes subjects from finance, economics, marketing, operations, strategy, business ethics and sustainable development. The remaining Terms of the program can be customized, allowing you to choose approximately 20 different electives that support your career and learning objectives. XLRI offers a rich and varied choice of 53 electives to choose from. The programme trains students to understand the problems of Rural India and address them in a better way. As such it is mandatory for students to spend a few days in the rural parts of India.
The PGDM GM programme offers specialization in General Management; Marketing; Information Systems; Economics; Strategic Management; Finance; Production, Operations & Decision Sciences; Human Resource Management
Application for PGDM GM should be submitted online. If applying through XAT, applicant should adhere to the XAT application time line
- Candidates must hold a recognized bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration in any discipline
- Minimum 5 years of managerial/supervisory experience is mandatory in varied fields including IT/ITeS, Energy/Power, Automobile, Manufacturing among others
- Executive PGDM Programme candidate may choose to apply through XAT, GMAT or GRE score
- Candidates should apply online through XAT, GMAT or GRE with requisite exam fees and XLRI PGDM GM application Fees
- XAT written test has multiple components and you need to maximize your performance in each of these components.
- While preparing the shortlisted candidates for the interview, in addition to XAT performance, XLRI may factor in academic ability and the relevant work experience
- Final Merit list will be prepared based on personal interviews (and/or group discussions), XAT/GMAT/GRE performance, relevant work experience, academic ability, extra-curricular activities
- For candidates who cannot be present physically for the XLRI interviews due to their being out of the country, interviews would be carried out in online mode via Internet for PGDM (GM)
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Post Graduate Programme (PGPM)
IIM Lucknow Post Graduate Programme (PGP) leading to award of MBA degree, is a two years full time residential programme. The PGP is designed to develop professional managers with strong conceptual fundamentals and skills required to manage businesses of the future, while giving them the vision to determine what the future will be.
The students meeting the program requirements are awarded the degree of Master of Business Administration. IIM Lucknow has partnered with many reputed international institutions across the world for student exchange, research, faculty exchange programmes. These institutes abroad are located in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and in other countries.
Admission Process for Candidates for MBA (PGP) at IIM Lucknow is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Lucknow is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Lucknow will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Lucknow to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
IIM Lucknow PGP curriculum is divided in six terms spread over two years. The First Year academic work, spread over three terms, is a compulsory package of 22 foundation (core) courses designed to provide basic knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques in various functional areas and relevant disciplines.
The two-month compulsory Summer Training in industrial and business organisations follows the first year course work. The summer training is aimed at providing exposure to the real life working environment. Students are required to work on specific, time-bound organisation related assignments.
The Second Year academic work, spread over three terms, comprises two compulsory courses of integrative nature along with a package of 15 elective courses of advanced and applied nature.
In the second year of the PGP Programme in Management, IIM Lucknow offers choice of Specializations in the areas of Marketing, Finance & Accounts, Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, IT & Systems, Business Environment, Communication, Operations Management, Decision Sciences, General Management.
IIM Lucknow PGP students have the opportunity to choose and participate in two workshops in their sixth semester. The students can register for two elective workshops from the list below: Sports Marketing – Marketing Area; Qualitative Market Research–Marketing Area; Framing Identity and Role through Exploration – HR area; Business of Entertainment – General Management; Capstone Business Simulation – General Management; Risk Management – Finance area; Personal Finance and Retail Banking – Finance area; Behavioral Finance – Finance Area
- For IIM Lucknow PGP admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Lucknow PGP and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Lucknow admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Lucknow Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Lucknow website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Lucknow MBA Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
- All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in Final selection round for admission to IIM Lucknow
- For the candidates who have appeared in PI-WAT round, a composite score for final selection will be derived using the parameters and the corresponding weights as given below. This composite score will be used for preparation of category-wise merit list for final selection.
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Post Graduate Program in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM)
IIM Lucknow Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGP ABM) is a 2 years full -time residential course designed to develop agribusiness leaders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs with vision, competence and appropriate attitude for promoting/ growing agribusiness and agro-based enterprises with a strong international orientation. The students meeting the program requirements are awarded the degree of Master of Business Administration - Agribusiness Management (MBA ABM) by IIM Lucknow.
Admission Process for Candidates for PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Lucknow will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Lucknow to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
The curriculum of PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is divided into six terms spread over two years. The First Year academic work, spread over three terms, is a compulsory package of 22 foundation (core) courses designed to provide basic knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques in various functional areas and relevant disciplines.
The two-month compulsory Summer Training in industrial and business organisations follows the first year course work. The summer training is aimed at providing exposure to the real life working environment. Students are required to work on specific, time-bound organisation related assignments.
The Second Year academic work, spread over three terms, comprises two compulsory courses of integrative nature along with a package of 15 elective courses of advanced and applied nature. These provide students the opportunity to develop in depth understanding and concentration in the areas of their special interest. The students can also take up to two Courses of Independent Study (CIS) as elective, or one Dissertation Project which is equivalent to two elective courses spread over Term-V and Term-VI.
The specialization area of Agri Business Management covers sub specializations in Agri Marketing, Rural Marketing, Agri Finance among others
- For IIM Lucknow PGP-ABM admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Lucknow PGP ABM and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Lucknow admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Lucknow Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Lucknow website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
IIM Lucknow eligibility criteria for PGP ABM programme are:
- A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science/ Agricultural Engineering or allied subjects with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of the SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- The Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing Higher Secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
- All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in Final selection round for admission to IIM Lucknow
- For the candidates who have appeared in PI-WAT round, a composite score for final selection will be derived using the parameters and the corresponding weights as given below. This composite score will be used for preparation of category-wise merit list for final selection.
Post Graduate Programme Sustainability Management (PGP SM)
IIM Lucknow Post Graduate Programme in Sustainability Management (PGP SM) leading to award of MBA Sustainability Management degree, is a two years full time residential programme. Post Graduate Programme in Sustainable Management stresses upon the philosophy that businesses are embedded in society and cannot be separated from it, and therefore aims to develop management professionals with a holistic perspective on economic, social and environmental issues. In addition to offering general management courses, PGPSM's curriculum stands out in management education by means of offering specialized courses on systems thinking, social entrepreneurship, externalities, lifecycle management, stakeholder management and public policy.
Admission Process for Candidates for PGP SM at IIM Lucknow is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the MBA SM at IIM Lucknow is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Lucknow will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Lucknow to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
IIM Lucknow PGP SM curriculum is divided in six terms spread over two years. The curriculum of PGPSM is rigorous and includes specialized courses on sustainability from the first year itself, without missing out on the general management courses. In the second year, the students get exposure to sustainability in detail through well designed compulsory courses in Terms IV & V, and elective courses in Term VI.
The second year has an integrated project for three terms (up to 9 months) as an integral part of the curriculum. With course work running in parallel, the students get a day off every week to work on live projects with industry. Periodic assessments by the faculty ensure that the students stay on track to meet project deliverables. The students get involved in projects in renewable energy, smart cities, resource optimization, green marketing, CSR portfolio management, etc. They are associated with leading organizations like Tata Sustainability Group, Soft Bank, NTPC, GIZ, ITC Infotech, Velluri Technology Accelerators, Vedanta and World Bank.
This unique aspect of the PGPSM curriculum has been well appreciated by recruiters. Firstly, the hands-on exposure gained through the integrated project gives the students a unique business orientation that goes beyond the confines of the class room. Secondly, recruiters often find the eight-week summer internship as too short an engagement to assign worthwhile projects and assess the suitability of a candidate.
- For IIM Lucknow PGP SM admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Lucknow PGP-SM and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Lucknow admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Lucknow Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Lucknow website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Lucknow PGP SM Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- After completion of graduation, the candidate must have at least two years professional experience.
- The candidates who are shortlisted for final admission process would be required to submit a Statement of Purpose, the form for which will be made available.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in Final selection round for admission to IIM Lucknow
- For the candidates who have appeared in PI-WAT round, a composite score for final selection will be derived using the parameters and the corresponding weights as given below. This composite score will be used for preparation of category-wise merit list for final selection.
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship and Innovation
IIM Lucknow MBA Entrepreneurship & Innovation (MBA E&I) is 16 months duration program. During the 16 months of the program, the student will be able to identify and validate his/her business idea, acquire the knowledge and skills needed to launch and fund it, develop a professional entrepreneurial network needed to succeed. Giving a boost to the vision ‘Make in India’; ‘Start up India, the program is intended for the candidates who wish to launch their own ventures as entrepreneurs and have an entrepreneurial mindset
IIM Lucknow Admission process for MBA (E&I) is as below:
- Candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT/GMAT, scholastic achievement, gender, and relevant work experience.
- The personal interview stage will comprise of a business plan presentation and interview.
- Personal interviews will be conducted at Bengaluru, Mumbai, Noida, Lucknow.
IIM Lucknow MBA E&I is a focused, intense, practical 16-month program with the sole objective of allowing you to envision, design, build, and launch your own venture. On completion of the program, the candidate will identify and validate the business idea and will develop a professional entrepreneurial network needed to succeed. The porgramme curriculum is balanced between theory, skill, practice and offers Internship opportunities with VCs, entrepreneurs. The programme is supported by an existing entrepreneur alumni community of more than 600.
The programme offers 1:1 mentorship by existing entrepreneurs. Apart from imparting the required skills and knowledge, the program will focus on developing the industry knowledge and professional networks of the participants. IIM Lucknow campus has two incubators which run out of the Noida campus. These are the SCI-FI Incubator and the L-Incubator which seek to nurture entrepreneurial talent. These offer a host of facilities including an Artificial Intelligence lab equipped with a supercomputer, co-working spaces, and various helpdesks including for finance and legal matters. The MBA Entrepreneurship and Innovation aims at utilising these and other facilities during the program, to achieve its objectives.
The MBA (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) program follows a curriculum philosophy and pedagogy based on Entrepreneurial Knowledge and Skills (50%) that will be imparted through multi-disciplinary courses at the post-graduate level and Industry Inputs, Immersion, and Mentorship (50%) that will be delivered through concurrently running workshops, a mentorship program with alumni entrepreneurs, shadowing opportunities, and experiential learning.
MBA Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Program Curriculum
IIM Lucknow has divided its 16 month MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation programme in 5 Modules as below:
Modules | Curriculum |
|---|---|
Module 1: Problem Articulation | Define the parameters of your initial idea |
Module 2: Solution Design | Prepare, validate, and test your solution |
Module 3: Business Plan | Convert your idea and solution into a feasible business plan for implementation |
Module 4: Immersive Learning Experience | Work with an entrepreneur / venture capitalist / incubator / international partner institution for practical experience |
Module 5: Go to Market and Fund Raising | Prepare to raise funds and launch your venture |
Application process for MBA E&I admission at IIM Lucknow can be completed by applying Online at IIM Lucknow official website with an application fees of Rs.1000
- A candidate aspiring for the admission into the IIM Lucknow MBA (Entrepreneurship & Innovation) program must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline as per the requirements of eligibility of Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs.
- Candidates must have a valid CAT score or valid GMAT score of the GMAT taken during last three years
- Candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT/GMAT, scholastic achievement, gender, and relevant work experience.
- The personal interview stage will comprise of a business plan presentation and interview.
- Personal interviews will be conducted at Bengaluru, Mumbai, Noida, Lucknow.
- Final selection will be made based on following parameters:
Business Plan: 40% Weight
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a short presentation of maximum five minutes duration on their business plan at the start of the interview
Interview: 60% Weight
- The minimum requirement for getting a pass in interview is 18 out of 60 marks
Names of candidates who do not pass in interview will not be included in the final merit list
International Programme in Management for Executives
IIM Lucknow offers International Programme in Management for Executives or IPMX (One-year MBA) at its NOIDA Campus. This is a one-year residential programme designed for mid/ senior level professionals to prepare them for top positions in industry roles. The programme was started in the year 2008 and is accredited by AACSB and Association of MBAs (AMBA). A valid GMAT/GRE score is a prerequisite for applying to this programme.
IPMX provides the students with all aspects of business education in Indian as well as the international business environment. It accelerates understanding of business at functional and strategic levels and prepares students to manage enterprises engaged in global business. The curriculum focuses on a strategic understanding of business and is rooted in practical skill development through projects and industry interface.
IPMX is a rigorous program which provides ample opportunity for personal development and professional growth through an interactive learning environment. NOIDA being the hub of commercial and industrial activity, the locational advantage also plays an important role in the learning process. Industry-related assignments and real management contexts form an integral part of the course curriculum.
Step by Step admission process for IIM Lucknow IPMX programme is as below:
- Candidate should fill and submit the online Application Form and upload the scanned copies of the documents in support of the attainments mentioned in Eligibility Criteria
- Completed Application Form must be submitted by the last date of first phase Or, the last date of second phase;
- Candidate should provide the contact details with email ids of the recommenders. The suggested recommenders will receive an e-mail requesting them to submit the recommendation letters online directly to the admissions office.
- Applicant has to appear in CAT or GMAT exam. Based on GMAT/GRE scores, candidates are shortlisted for Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI);
- A candidate’s final score for selection in IPMX will be calculated based on the assigned weights to different components
IIM Lucknow IPMX consists of 23.5 credits courses, which includes core courses of 14.5 credits, courses during the overseas module of 2 credits, and elective courses of 7 credits. One credit course consists of 30 hours of classroom contact hours. The program includes non-credit workshops of 40 hours. Thus, the total number of classroom contact hours is 745.
In Term IV, a student may take CIS (Course of Independent Study) worth one credit in place of an elective course. It may be on any topic of interest of the student.
Some elective courses offered are Advanced Theory of Competition in Strategic Management; Applied Marketing Strategy; Applied Theory in Strategy and Competition; B2B Marketing; Business Analytics; Business Development and Sales for B2B Markets; Business Negotiation and Contract Management; Business Sustainability and Externalities Markets; Consumer Behaviour & Marketing Strategy; Corporate Banking and Advisory services; Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Corporate Valuation & Restructuring; Customer Relationship Management; Digital Marketing; Digital Transformation; Applied Econometrics; Economic Policy Analysis; Global Supply Chain Management; Investment Management; International Business Environment; International Finance; Management of Change and Transformation; Management Science in Practice; Marketing Research and Analysis; Mergers & Acquisitions;Operations Improvement and Consulting; Operations Strategy; Project Finance and Risk Management; Product & Brand Management; Revenue Management and Dynamic Pricing; Spreadsheet Modelling in Management; Strategic Alliances; Strategic Business Negotiation; Strategic Management of Technology & Innovation; World Economy and Business
Only Online submission of the Application Form will be accepted for IIM Lucknow IPMX programme. You will be required to make a Payment of INR 5000/- (Non-refundable) towards Application Fees to complete the application process. You will not be able to make any changes to the Application once it is submitted. So, Preview the application very carefully once it is completed before submitting it. The System will allow you to “Preview” the application multiple times before you “Submit” it.
Key points determining IIM Lucknow Eligibility Criteria are:
- Executives with bachelor's degree in any discipline or an equivalent academic pursuit, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA;
- A valid GMAT or GRE score, the score must be valid till last date of application; It is mandatory to submit Official Score card/Test Taker copy (if Official Score card is not yet received) along with the application. You need to submit the GMAT/GRE score card along with the application form.
- A minimum of 5 years full-time post-qualification (after graduation) paid work experience
- The Programme is open to executives of all nationalities.
Applicant has to appear in CAT or GMAT exam. Based on GMAT/GRE scores, candidates are shortlisted for Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). A candidate’s final score for selection in IPMX will be calculated based on the assigned weights to different components