Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agri-business Management (PGP-FABM)
The Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agri-business Management (PGP-FABM) is specifically designed to develop effective managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs in an increasingly competitive and globalizing food and agri-business sector. What makes this sector-specific programme special compared to many other agri-business programmes is that the programme curriculum has a leading-edge managerial foundation firmly rooted in IIMA's "management" culture and proficiency with a focus on food and agri-business. The programme is a leader in agri-business management education and has been Ranked Number 1 Agribusiness/Food Industry Management programme in the World by Eduniversal, Paris a global ranking and rating agency specializing in higher education.
Application process for admission at IIM Ahmedabad opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ahmedabad Admission
The selection of candidates for admission to the 2024-26 Batch of PGP-FABM at IIM Ahmedabad is a two-step process.
In the first step, candidates will be short-listed for Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interviews (PI) from among candidates who have applied for the programme and have a valid CAT score and satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme.
Shortlisting and Selection Criteria for PGP-FABM 2024-26 Batch
For shortlisting the candidates for PGP-FABM admissions, 65% weightage will be given to the scores of CAT and 35% weightage to the Application Rating Score. Since the programme is sector-specific and prefers candidates with relevant educational background, the candidates with bachelor’s or master’s degree in agricultural sciences or agriculture-related disciplines will be preferred while short-listing for Analytical Writing Test and Personal Interview.
Final Selection
Final selection for PGP-FABM is based on Personal Interview, Academic Writing Test (AWT) and Composite score
IIM PGP-FABM programme curriculum has a solid managerial foundation, a focus on food and agribusiness marketplace, and is designed to build and enhance a global perspective among participants. The course comprises three components: the core management courses, compulsory food and agribusiness related courses and electives courses. The core programme consists of 34 core management courses encompassing 23.3 credits in the first year and is common with the PGP to enhance learning due to multiple perspectives and competitiveness. The first year is spread over three terms, each of which is often to twelve weeks’ duration. The compulsory package in the programme is designed to:
- Provide basic conceptual and analytical knowledge and inculcate attitudes and skills necessary for managerial effectiveness in different functional areas of agri-business management.
- Develop an integrated view of organizational and managerial functioning and an understanding of the interdependencies of subsystems; and
- Create awareness and understanding of environmental forces impinging on managerial behavior.
Following the first year programme, students undergo Rural Immersion in two phases for a period of about four weeks and summer internship for a period of eight weeks with the institute’s corporate partners, which provide students field and organizational experience.
The second year of the programme consists of compulsory as well as elective courses and is designed to impart specialized multi-functional knowledge and skills required by food and agri-business sector managers for excellence in planning, decision-making, organization and implementation in different sub-sectors and activities in the sector including agriculture, food, and agribusiness, rural and allied sectors. The graduates of PGP-FABM are awarded the ‘MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (Food and Agri-business Management)'
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 Ahmedabad PGP and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Ahmedabad admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ahmedabad Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Ahmedabad website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in agricultural sciences or agriculture-related disciplines, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. In case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category, this is relaxed to 45%. 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.
In case the candidate has obtained bachelor’s degree in Non Agriculture Area, the candidate would be treated eligible if he/she has keen interest in Agriculture and allied activities, Food processing, Rural development among others. Besides the candidate must appear in CAT exam and score well to clear the overall and sectional cut off for shortlisting.
The selection of candidates for admission to the 2024-26 Batch of PGP-FABM at IIM Ahmedabad is a two-step process.
In the first step, candidates will be short-listed for Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interviews (PI) from among candidates who have applied for the programme and have a valid CAT score and satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme.
Shortlisting and Selection Criteria for PGP-FABM 2024-26 Batch
For shortlisting the candidates for PGP-FABM admissions, 65% weightage will be given to the scores of CAT and 35% weightage to the Application Rating Score. Since the programme is sector-specific and prefers candidates with relevant educational background, the candidates with bachelor’s or master’s degree in agricultural sciences or agriculture-related disciplines will be preferred while short-listing for Analytical Writing Test and Personal Interview.
Final Selection
Final selection for PGP-FABM is based on Personal Interview, Academic Writing Test (AWT) and Composite score
IIM Ahmedabad has instituted a number of scholarships to the PGP-FABM students which include Need-Based Scholarship Scheme; scholarships offered by Government of India, by Industry and Corporate Sector, by IIM-A Alumni, Scholarships for Entrepreneurship, Scholarships for reserved category and minority students among others.
IIMA has a Special Need-based scholarship. It is the endeavour of the Institute that no student be denied opportunity to pursue the two year PGP-FABM for want of adequate financial resources. All students admitted to the PGP-FABM whose gross annual family income is below Rs.15,00,000 during the previous financial year are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
IIMA offers Scholarships for students who graduate from IIMA and going for entrepreneurship to encourage the graduating students to become entrepreneurs. The Institute has decided to initiate a scheme of providing a monthly stipend of Rs.30,000/- for at most three consecutive years to two students from every batch.
IIMA also offers Scholarships for students who graduate from IIMA and join “Not-for-Proft” organization In order to encourage students to opt for jobs in NGOs. From every batch two students will be given financial assistance for three consecutive years at the most to facilitate paying out a part of their bank loans they availed for studying in IIMA.
IIM Ahmedabad offers Assistance ships for students who graduate from IIMA and pursue doctoral studies to encourage them to go for doctoral studies in India or abroad. Two students will be given this scholarship for at most three consecutive years
Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives( PGPX)
IIM Ahmedabad launched the PGPX the one-year full time residential programme in management in 2006 to fulfil the unmet need of experienced managers. The Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives’ (PGPX) is designed for ambitious executives who want to step up their career potential, confidently shoulder high-level responsibilities, bring forward game-changing ideas and prepare for a shifting global economy. For many the MBA-PGPX is also the springboard from which they launch their own ventures and build global companies For the past five years with its ‘Get-Ready-for-Top-Management' focus, the PGPX programme is ranked on top in the world on Financial Times Career Progression category
The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGPX 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. PGPX students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes standardized test scores (GMAT / GRE), leadership profiling and personal interviews.
The selection process for the PGPX 2025-26 batch is a two-stage process. In the first stage, the candidates are short-listed for the Personal Interview from among the candidates who have applied to the programme.
The short-listed candidates are expected to submit essays on specific topics, within the stipulated time period. In the second and final stage of the selection process, the short- listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel of IIMA faculty members.The panel will evaluate the candidate on several parameters (e.g. professional background, quality of experience, progression in career, academic preparedness, leadership potential, accomplishment and interpersonal skills) and assess the candidate’s fitment for the programme.
Shortlisting & Final Selection
The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admissions interviews are face to face in offline mode. Successful candidates will be intimated through email as per the dates indicated in the admission timeline. ission timeline.
IIM Ahmedabad offers bouquet of courses providing a rigorous grounding in the fundamentals of management in its PGPX programme. With a high calibre peer group selected with rigorous filtering and an intense and contemporary course curriculum, it is a perfect platform to boost your career growth and make yourself C-suite ready.
With a combination of experience and talent, IIMA faculty creates top-notch programmes & cutting-edge research that influence businesses around the world. IIMA offers a rich pedagogy of case method which will encourage you to reflect, analyse, critique, innovate and eventually learn the intricate aspects of the present-day businesses, organisations and industry. The course offers a rich mix of simulation exercises, games and role plays, outdoor field trips, projects and written assignments planned for you. The Programme offers 2 week International Immersion which is integrated with the academic curriculum of the programme with top business school across the world to provide much needed global exposure to candidates.
The peer group from a diverse set of industries and roles enriching the case discussions with multiple industry and functional perspectives makes PGPX a great learning program. The intensity of a one-year programme equips the students to tackle complex situations in fast paced and rapidly evolving world. IIMA has eminent faculties with deep industry experience along with strong alumni network at leadership position across the world. A wide range of electives are offered that provide the freedom of choice to master the subjects of your interest.
Apply online at IIM Ahmedabad PGPX admission site with requisite application fee and before the last date. Submit your GMAT/GRE score and Essay/Resume. Check for the shortlist for PI round
The MBA-PGPX is meant for working professionals with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of experience. Following are the basic criteria for the PGPX Application:
- A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in any discipline. (Minimum 15 years of study as per the education system in India i.e. 10 + 2 + 3 or 4 as the case may be.)
- Minimum Age of 25 years as on March 31, 2025 (i.e. must be born on or before March 31, 2000.) There is no upper age limit.
- A valid GMAT /GRE score. Exam taken within the last 5 years. Online GMAT/GRE (Take home) exam scores are not valid, only test centre-based GMAT/GRE scores are valid.
- Minimum 4 years of full-time work experience after completion of graduation as on March 31, 2025
The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGPX 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. PGPX students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes standardized test scores (GMAT / GRE), leadership profiling and personal interviews.
The selection process for the PGPX 2025-26 batch is a two-stage process. In the first stage, the candidates are short-listed for the Personal Interview from among the candidates who have applied to the programme.
The short-listed candidates are expected to submit essays on specific topics, within the stipulated time period. In the second and final stage of the selection process, the short- listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel of IIMA faculty members.The panel will evaluate the candidate on several parameters (e.g. professional background, quality of experience, progression in career, academic preparedness, leadership potential, accomplishment and interpersonal skills) and assess the candidate’s fitment for the programme.
Shortlisting & Final Selection
The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admissions interviews are face to face in offline mode. Successful candidates will be intimated through email as per the dates indicated in the admission timeline. ission timeline.
IIM Ahmedabad offers Entry scholarships to the students of PGPX programme. Scholarships are available for underrepresented gender, transgender students, international passport holders, students having spent significant time in the armed forces, central/state/local government, not for profit sector. Scholarships are also available for students who have excelled in sports/fine arts recognizable at a national level or are differently abled.
Scholarships based on exceptional performance during the academic year of the PGPX program are awarded at the time of graduation also. IIMA Financial Aid committee grants the scholarships based on varied criteria with 25% fee waiver on admission and 15% fee waiver on graduation.
Online MBA
IIM Ahmedabad has launched Online MBA program which will be conducted in hybrid mode. The Online MBA programme is a two-year long-duration degree granting post graduate programme offered by IIMA. The programme is primarily delivered in an online synchronous mode, suitably complemented through distinct on-campus modules. The blended learning design facilitates participants who prefer to strike a balance between a professional career and academic learning. While the programme is primarily delivered online, it retains the core strength of case-based pedagogy followed by IIMA in all the other programmes.
Apply online at IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission site with requisite application fees.
The admissions to IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA programme will be based on following admission tests- IIMA Admission Test (IAT), Or CAT/ GMAT/GRE. Based on the test score candidate will be shortlisted for personal interview for final selection
IIMA Admission Test (IAT)
IAT is an online assessment test tailored for candidates who cannot apply with conventional test scores such as those from CAT, GMAT, or GRE. The IAT will be conducted at specific exam centres across India as well as the IIMA Dubai centre. A list of exam centres is available in the application portal.
The format of the IAT shall be similar to other management aptitude tests. IAT duration shall be 90 minutes and 45 questions shall be asked from the three sections:
a) Quantitative Aptitude, b) Analytical Reasoning c) Verbal Aptitude
IIM Ahmedabad has designed the programme curriculum to equip participants with the functional and organizational skills necessary to thrive in a challenging world. The sessions that are held online through live classes are around content and are more amenable for quantitative and systematic analysis. The on-campus modules are designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. The participants will get the opportunity to experience IIMA vibrant campus, foster deeper engagement with faculty and peers. This in-person interaction allows for richer discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and the exchange of valuable insights gleaned from diverse professional experiences.
Through the Online MBA, practitioners will be able to further develop into some of the best leaders and managers of the world. It aspires to upskill working professionals by exposing them to managerial decision-making frameworks that are grounded in human behaviour, economics, finance, etc. The in-person classes conducted at IIMA focus on interpersonal and organisational dynamics that are complex to manoeuvre and hard to learn. On the other hand, the sessions that are held online through live classes are around content that is more amenable for quantitative and systematic analysis.
Application for IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission can be submitted online with requisite application fees at the IIMA Online MBA admission site.
Eligibility Criteria for IIMA Online MBA Admission include-
Working Professionals and Entrepreneurs with a minimum of 3 years of full-time work experience, after completion of graduation are eligible. Minimum Age of 24 years is required. There is no upper age limit. The candidate should possess at least a bachelor’s degree/CA/CS/ICWA or equivalent in any discipline with Minimum 15 years of study as per the education system in India i.e. 10 + 2 + 3 or 4 as the case may be. Must have scored at least 50 percent marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA, in graduation
The admissions to IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA programme will be based on following admission tests- IIMA Admission Test (IAT), Or CAT/ GMAT/GRE. Based on the test score candidate will be shortlisted for personal interview for final selection
IIMA Admission Test (IAT)
IAT is an online assessment test tailored for candidates who cannot apply with conventional test scores such as those from CAT, GMAT, or GRE. The IAT will be conducted at specific exam centres across India as well as the IIMA Dubai centre. A list of exam centres is available in the application portal.
The format of the IAT shall be similar to other management aptitude tests. IAT duration shall be 90 minutes and 45 questions shall be asked from the three sections:
a) Quantitative Aptitude, b) Analytical Reasoning c) Verbal Aptitude
ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA)
With the deluge of digital data, data-driven decision-making has now been an integral part of the efficient functioning of every organization, and more generally of society at large. The ePGD-ABA is a 16 months diploma programme offered by IIMA. It is designed to help working professionals in acquiring essential skills and knowledge for asking the right questions, addressing it with analysis of the right kind of data, and finally gaining insight from the analysis to drive decisions. It thus provides a framework for transforming data into effective decision making.
The programme offers a carefully thought out mix of courses on tools and techniques for data visualization, modelling and analysis of varieties of data of different sizes; machine learning algorithms, cloud computing, and finally, the domain specific applications of data analytics in Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations and Public Policy. No technical or statistical expertise is required except a desire to learn how to use data for making an impact on your organization. The programme is targeted towards the working professional with at least two years of experience preferably in the domain of analytics. The objective is to up skill and prepare them for future in taking up leadership positions and shouldering bigger responsibilities in the organization. The programme delivery is a mix of online, and on campus sessions.
There is no better place to learn about the state-of-the-art applications of analytics in business and public policy than IIMA. The unique strength of the institute lies in its having an excellent resource of outstanding faculty members who are heavily engaged in cutting edge research and consulting in the domain of analytics. Except the sessions on the current industry practice, the contents of the courses are to be created and delivered only by the in-house faculty members.
Applicants can submit their applications online with requisite application fee
Applications that are complete in all aspects will only be evaluated for being progressed to the next step of the admission process. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the online interview process.
Candidates should first apply to the programme with a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score. In case the candidate doesn't have a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score, they can apply through the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test. This test is expected to be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration and will comprise three sections:
(i) English comprehension (ii) Logical reasoning and data interpretation, (iii) Quantitative aptitude. There will be Analytical Proficiency Test for all applicants
All applicants are required to take the Analytical Proficiency Test. The test is expected to be of 1 hour duration and will comprise the topics related to basic analytics/mathematics/statistics/data visualization of 10th/12th standards of Central Board of Secondary Education. The tests will be conducted online in a device-to-device mode.
Based on the exam score candidates will be shortlisted. The shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interviews. The interviews will be conducted online over the Zoom. Successful candidates will be intimated through email.
Application to the ePGD-ABA programme is a two-step process-
1. Online registration
2. Submit the duly filled online application
The online application form has four important sections:
1. General Information: Information such as personal details and standardised test score details are to be mentioned in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- the latest photograph and the valid score sheet of a standardised test i.e. GMAT, GRE, CAT or GATE.
2. Educational Qualifications: Applicants should mention all their educational qualifications from bachelor’s degree onwards in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- transcripts of all the academic credentials mentioned in the application form.
3. Employment Details: All the details about the current and previous employers are to be mentioned in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- for the current employment section, the offer letter indicating the date of joining and the latest payslip and for the previous employer’s work experience letters/service certificate or the first and last payslips.
4. Statement of Purpose: A Statement of Purpose (SOP) highlighting your future goals and ambitions is to be written in this section. A scanned or digital signature has to upload for this section.
The ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA) offered by IIMA is designed to equip working professionals with the knowledge and skills to seek professional growth and career advancement in the frontier areas of applied analytics. The following are the Basic Eligibility Criteria for admission to the programme:
Bachelor's degree holders with strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills.
Minimum of 2 years' work experience (preferably in the domain of business analytics); the experience criterion may be relaxed for candidates with exceptional academics/professional qualifications in a relevant field and
A valid test score (CAT/GATE/GMAT/GRE or the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test).
Candidates should first apply to the programme with a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score. In case the candidate doesn't have a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score, they can apply through the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test. This test is expected to be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration and will comprise three sections:
(i) English comprehension (ii) Logical reasoning and data interpretation, (iii) Quantitative aptitude. There will be Analytical Proficiency Test for all applicants
All applicants are required to take the Analytical Proficiency Test. The test is expected to be of 1 hour duration and will comprise the topics related to basic analytics/mathematics/statistics/data visualization of 10th/12th standards of Central Board of Secondary Education. The tests will be conducted online in a device-to-device mode.
Based on the exam score candidates will be shortlisted. The shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interviews. The interviews will be conducted online over the Zoom. Successful candidates will be intimated through email.
Ph.D. Programme
The IIMA Doctoral Programme welcomes individuals with a solid academic foundation, a high level of motivation, and the intellectual curiosity to do innovative research. The curriculum prepares students for careers in academia and industrial research.
Candidates may submit applications for the following areas of high levels of specialization:
(1) Agriculture (2) Economics (3) Finance & Accounting (4) Human Resource Management (5) Information Systems (6) Innovation and Management in Education (7) Marketing (8) Operations & Decision Sciences (9) Organizational Behavior (10) Public Systems and (11) Strategy.
Students admitted to the programme get a comprehensive fellowship that covers all expenses and provides for living expenses. IIMA has excellent computing facilities, library, and faculty resources. IIMA faculty members actively publish in scholarly journals and advise with businesses and governments in and out of the country. Case writing and related research are actively pursued by the faculty and students.
The Doctoral Programme places its graduates in teaching, research, and consulting roles with world class organizations. A total of 451 doctoral students have graduated from IIMA so far.
Candidates may submit applications for a maximum of two areas of high levels of specialization using the online application form
Candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. For NRIs and Foreign students this standard test is the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT).
Different areas of high levels of specialization of IIMA have specified different standard tests that candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme in their areas of high levels of specialization can take in lieu of CAT.
Students spend an average of four to five years in the programme, which includes two years of intensive coursework. Beginning with the first term, students take advanced Doctoral level courses in their area of high levels of specialization, as well as some suggested Post Graduate Programme (PGP) courses that provide a comprehensive management overview and develop fundamental skills for analysing managerial issues. After completing the coursework, students must pass an Area Comprehensive Examination to demonstrate that they have attained a high level of expertise in their area of high levels of specialization. Students then work on their doctoral dissertations. It is intended that these dissertations will make original contributions to an area of management or one of management's parent disciplines.
Online Application Form and Brochure will be made available on the institute website. Candidates may submit applications for a maximum of two areas of high levels of specialization using the online application form. An application fee of Rs.500/- can be paid through IIMA's payment gateway.
Candidates must possess A Master's Degree or Two-year Post Graduate Diploma (obtained after completing a bachelor's degree with 55% marks or equivalent) or a 5-year Integrated Master's Degree (obtained after completing higher secondary school in the 10+2 pattern) in any field with 55% marks or equivalent.
(OR)
Professional qualification - CA, CS, CMA (with a minimum of 50% marks) in addition to a bachelor's degree (with at least 55% marks).
(OR)
A four-year / eight-semester Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 6.5/10 or comparable grades.
Candidates in their last year of a Master's/ Bachelor's programme that would qualify them to apply may also apply.
Candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. For NRIs and Foreign students this standard test is the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT).
Different areas of high levels of specialization of IIMA have specified different standard tests that candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme in their areas of high levels of specialization can take in lieu of CAT.
PhD students are given a comprehensive fellowship that covers all academic expenses including tuition, computer, library, medical insurance, placement and alumni fees, and in addition includes a monthly subsistence allowance from Rs 42000 to Rs.50000.
All students have access to a contingency allowance of Rs.25,000 per year (for five years) to cover research fees, book costs, photocopying, etc. Students are eligible to receive up to Rs.3,00,000/- for attending an international conference/ workshop/ summer school during the first five years of their Doctoral Programme tenure.
Master of Business Administration Business Analytics (PGPBA)
Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics) known as Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (PGPBA) is a masters level programme, leading to the grant of a degree of Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics. This two-year, full-time, residential programme is designed to equip students to take on leadership roles in using analytics and artificial intelligence to solve increasingly complex problems. It lasts six trimesters, spread over two years, with a summer project intermediary.
Admission Process for Candidates for MBA Business Analytics at IIM Bangalore is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the MBA BA (PGPBA) at IIM Bangalore 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 Bangalore will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore 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 MBA Business Analytics (PGPBA) at IIM Bangalore programme offers Core and Elective courses. Core courses are compulsory courses offered in the first year and second year. Elective courses are offered in the second year, where students get the opportunity to choose from a basket of multidisciplinary courses and courses with functional depth in Analytics.
IIMB courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, classroom discussions, industry interactions, case analyses, individual and group projects, term papers, role plays, dissertations, simulations, business games, films, and various experiential learning methods. During the first year, a PGP-BA student is required to undertake eighteen core courses (totalling 49.5 credits). The first year consists of three terms, Summer internship programme is scheduled between the end of first year and the beginning of second year with a firm in the Analytics domain. Internship is optional for students who have at least 34 months of work experience prior to enrolling for the programme.
The PGP-BA student should take the four core courses in Term IV and at least four electives (12 credits) in the analytics domain (labelled as field electives) across Terms IV, V and VI. The remaining credits can be taken from either the analytics domain (field elective) or any other general management electives (free electives). A PGP-BA student should earn a minimum of 45 credits and a maximum of 51 credits in the second year.
The electives cover a wide array of topics including Social Entrepreneurship, Infrastructure Development, PPPs and Regulation, Business Analytics and Intelligence, Spreadsheet Model-Business Decision, Current Economic Scenario; Indian Economy and Policy Matters for Business, Global Securities Markets, Corporate Governance: Indian and International Perspective, Corporate Valuation, Digital Marketing, Research for Marketing Decisions, Brand Management, Entrepreneurship in Action, Personal Values, Goals and Career Options, Creating High Performance Organizations, Supply Chain Management, Technology and Operations Strategy, Green Business Management, Strategic Thinking and Decision Making Apart from electives on functional areas, IIMB also offers different types of courses such as language courses (German, French, Spanish and Japanese), courses with international immersion (like Business Planning in International Markets, Developing Technology Partnerships between Firms in India and Israel), and experiential courses (like the Himalayan Mountain Challenge and Motorcycle Immersion in Local Entrepreneurial Settings), based on the interest of students.
- For IIMB MBA Business Analytics 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 Bangalore MBA Business Analytics (PGPBA) and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Bangalore admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Bangalore Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Bangalore website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Bangalore MBA Business Analytics 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
The final selection process for MBA Business Analytics admission to IIM Bangalore is based on students’ academic performance, their CAT score, performance in the admission interview and prior work experience. Following steps are included in the IIM Bangalore final selection process:
Step 1: Candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have excellent academics, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme of IIM Bangalore
Step 2: IIM Bangalore will identify many candidates for shortlisting for the PI round with an excellent academic record and work experience but who may have narrowly missed the high score that would have been required if CAT alone was the basis for the PI shortlist. Such candidates will be preferred in the shortlisting process as against those who have only a high CAT score but have poor academic profile and poor quality of work experience. The emphasis in shortlisting process at IIM Bangalore is on consistent and high performance in academics and other parameters.
Step 3: After the WAT & PI round, admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in WAT & PI, Performance in past academics, Performance in CAT, Quality of Work Experience among others
Step 4: Final Admission Offer will be made by IIM Bangalore to the candidates on the basis of Final Score arrived after awarding the weightage scores on all the components.
Candidates, who are finally selected, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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IIM Bangalore MBA, known as Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is a master’s level programme, leading to the grant of a degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA). This two-year full-time residential programme is designed to equip students to take on leadership roles in an increasingly complex and dynamic global scenario. It lasts six trimesters, spread over two years, with a summer project intermediary.
IIMB benchmarks its curriculum against the best in the world to ensure that it delivers quality business education, based on the best pedagogic practices. The course content and design are inspired by management practices backed by a strong fundamental framework with an orientation towards contemporary and emerging management issues.
The programme lays the foundation for conceptual and analytical reasoning and gives the students an insight into the dynamics of business. It revolves around the principle that business leaders are not mass-produced; they are nurtured and developed with care. IIMB believes in building leaders through holistic, transformative and innovative education.
IIMB has multi-disciplinary Centres of Excellence that focus on different areas such as Capital Markets, Corporate Governance & Citizenship, Entrepreneurship, Public Policy, Supply Chain Management, etc.
At the core of IIMB is its faculty, a 140-plus group of highly qualified researchers, academicians and practitioners from universities and industries worldwide. The faculty members generate knowledge through cutting-edge research and consulting in all functional areas of management.
The PGP has nurtured some of the brightest young minds of India for more than 40 years. Alumni have distinguished themselves across the world in leading organizations in the domains of consulting, finance and investment banking, sales and marketing, etc. Many of our alumni have also been running successful entrepreneurial ventures. IIMB has posted a strong and sustained placement record. Multinational corporations recognize IIMB as a source of talent for their global operations.
IIM Bangalore Cutoff for MBA admission 2025 has been liberalised for all the MBA programs. IIM Bangalore offers wide range of MBA programmes including full time, part time and online courses. IIM Bangalore offers MBA admission 2025 through CAT 2024. With all the key details on admission process, IIM Bangalore Admission Policy 2025 has been released. Read latest information on IIM Bangalore Admission Criteria, Cut Offs, IIM Bangalore Fees, Exams Accepted, Selection Process and more.
IIM Bangalore Admission Eligibility Criteria: IIM Bangalore eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (in case of the candidate belonging to SC/ST/PwD category, the eligibility criterion is relaxed to 45%). 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 is also eligible to apply for IIMB Admission 2025.
IIM Bangalore Exam Accepted and Cut off: Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 is the mandatory exam for IIM Bangalore admission. IIM Bangalore CAT score cut off is as below:
Category | Section-1 VARC Cut off | Section-2 DILR Cut off | Section-3 QUANT Cut off | CAT 2024 Overall Cut off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
General | 80 | 80 | 80 | 85 |
NC-OBC | 70 | 70 | 70 | 75 |
EWS | 70 | 70 | 70 | 75 |
SC | 60 | 60 | 60 | 70 |
ST | 55 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
PWD | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
IIM Bangalore Application Process: Application process for admission at IIM Bangalore opened with the start of CAT 2024 registration process from August 1, 2024 and has closed on September 20 with the close of CAT 2024 registration. CAT 2024 Registration Fee includes the IIM Bangalore Application Fees. In the CAT 2024 application form, you needed to select IIM Bangalore MBA/PGP and interview city.
IIM Bangalore Selection Process: IIM Bangalore selection process is based on their past academic performance, their CAT score, performance in the admission interview and prior work experience. Following are the key steps in the IIM Bangalore Admission process:
•IIM Bangalore will short-list candidates for Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT-2024 score, who have excellent academics, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme of IIM Bangalore
- The emphasis in shortlisting process at IIM Bangalore is on consistent and high performance in academics and other parameters. IIM Bangalore will identify many candidates for shortlisting for the PI round with an excellent academic record and work experience but who may have narrowly missed the high score that would have been required if CAT alone was the basis for the PI shortlist. Such candidates will be preferred in the shortlisting process as against those who have only a high CAT score but have poor academic profile and poor quality of work experience. .
- IIM Bangalore will conduct WAT & PI round. After the PI-WAT, admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in WAT & PI, Performance in past academics, Performance in CAT 2024, Quality of Work Experience among others
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IIM Bangalore MBA curricula, innovative teaching methods, exposure to industry-best practices and experiential learning emphasize the distinctive challenges of managing in the global context. Various clubs, social projects, action-oriented courses, contemporary studies and student self-governance initiatives help develop critical thinking and leadership skills.
IIMB MBA programme offers Core and Elective courses. The Core courses are compulsory courses offered in the first year. Elective courses are offered in the third term of the first year and all terms of the second year, where students get the opportunity to choose from a basket of multidisciplinary courses. IIMB courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, classroom discussions, industry interactions, case analyses, individual and group projects, term papers, role plays, dissertations, simulations, business games, films, and various experiential learning methods. During the first year, a PGP student is required to undertake sixteen core courses and two electives (totalling 49.5 credits). The first year consists of three terms.
Summer internship is scheduled between the end of first year and the beginning of second year. Internship is optional for students who have at least 34 months of work experience prior to enrolling for the programme.
A PGP student should earn a minimum of 45 credits and a maximum of 51 credits in elective courses over three terms in the second year. The electives cover a wide array of topics including Social Entrepreneurship, Infrastructure Development, PPPs and Regulation, Business Analytics and Intelligence, Spreadsheet Model-Business Decision, Current Economic Scenario; Indian Economy and Policy Matters for Business, Global Securities Markets, Corporate Governance: Indian and International Perspectives, Corporate Valuation, Digital Marketing, Research for Marketing Decisions, Brand Management, Entrepreneurship in Action, Personal Values, Goals and Career Options, Creating High Performance Organizations, Supply Chain Management, Technology and Operations Strategy, Green Business Management, Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
Apart from electives on functional areas, IIMB also offers different types of courses such as language courses (German, French, Spanish and Japanese), courses with international immersion (like Business Planning in International Markets, Developing Technology Partnerships between Firms in India and Israel), and experiential courses (like the Himalayan Mountain Challenge and Motorcycle Immersion in Local Entrepreneurial Settings), based on the interest of students.
- For IIMB MBA 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 Bangalore MBA (PGP) and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Bangalore admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Bangalore Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Bangalore website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Bangalore 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.
The final selection process for MBA admission to IIM Bangalore is based on the relationship between academic performance of students of the PGP in IIMB and their past academic performance, their CAT score, performance in the admission interview and prior work experience. Following steps are included in the IIM Bangalore final selection process:
Step 1: Candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have excellent academics, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme of IIM Bangalore
Step 2: IIM Bangalore will identify many candidates for shortlisting for the PI round with an excellent academic record and work experience but who may have narrowly missed the high score that would have been required if CAT alone was the basis for the PI shortlist. Such candidates will be preferred in the shortlisting process as against those who have only a high CAT score but have poor academic profile and poor quality of work experience. The emphasis in shortlisting process at IIM Bangalore is on consistent and high performance in academics and other parameters.
Step 3: After the WAT & PI round, admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in WAT & PI, Performance in past academics, Performance in CAT, Quality of Work Experience among others
Step 4: Final Admission Offer will be made by IIM Bangalore to the candidates on the basis of Final Score arrived after awarding the weightage scores on all the components.
Candidates, who are finally selected, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
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