Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
GIM Goa Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is a two-years full-time MBA equivalent programme. GIM Goa PGDM course is for individuals who wish to become a consultant, a financial manager, an entrepreneur, or a marketing manager and are looking for a challenging, international business program with an experiential learning approach.
Some of the unique features of GIM PGDM program are Social Responsibility Project (Give Goa), International Exchange Programmes, Innovative Teaching Pedagogy (Simulation Games, Gamification, flipped classroom), Large Informal Interactions amongst students and faculty members and a comprehensive coverage of all management skills required for a lifelong career.
GIM Goa admission process 2026 follows a structured and transparent approach designed to identify well-rounded candidates. Applicants begin by submitting their online application, after which top candidates are shortlisted for GIM Goa Achiever Round. Rest of the candidates participate in Regular Admission Round based on their CAT/XAT scores. Successful candidates from both rounds receive final admission letters. Read more details in the following section.
GIM Goa Admission Process 2026
- Apply Online: This is the first step.
- Achievers Round: If shortlisted for Achiever Round, appear in interview and get spot admission offer
- Regular Round: If not shortlisted for Achievers Round, you can get shortlisted in Regular Round based on CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores. Merit list is released for regular round.
- Admission Letter is issued to selected candidates.
GIM Goa Achiever’s Round
The Achiever's Round of GIM Goa is a profile-based shortlisting process that evaluates candidates based on program-specific or other achievements in areas such as academics, sports, co-curricular activities, and professional experience. This round applies to all programs based on the candidate's first preference.
Candidates are shortlisted for the Achiever's Round without considering CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores initially, which is factored in at the later stage. Select candidates from the Achievers Round receive a spot admission offer, even before their CAT/XAT/GMAT scores are available.
Program-Specific Achievements that qualify for Achievers round include graduates from select institutes; MBBS, Biotechnology, BPharm., BDS from select institutes; CA,CS, CMA, CFA (US), ACCA, CIMA, CPA (US), FRM (GARP) holders and B. Com. Or B.A. Economics (Hons) from select institutes; and engineering graduates with at least 24 months of full-time work experience in specific companies. These candidates are invited to the Achiever's Round based on their first preferred programme.
Outstanding performance in academics, sports, co-curricular, or at the workplace such as national cricket/hockey/football player, top ranked in university degree course, School toppers in 12th standard, and star performer in last appraisal at work are also given preference.
GIM Goa Achiever Round interviews are conducted in Delhi, Goa and Kolkata.
GIM Goa PGDM Curriculum and Pedagogy Highlights are:
- GIM Goa curriculum broadly follows the pattern recommended by the AICTE. It consists of core courses of 71 credits and elective courses of 48 credits.
- The PGDM curriculum comprising of 6 terms is a blend of theory and practice with the focus on building the necessary concepts, skills and competencies to augment career growth.
- The style of class is participatory to enhance student capabilities.
- Teamwork is strongly emphasized through interactive and group learning.
- Student analytical skills are tested through problem-based cases.
- Fieldwork service projects help integrate the theory and practice in business management.
- Visual and computer-based instruction along with technology-based delivery provide a more effective presentation of course material.
To apply for admission at GIM Goa, candidates need to follow a simple step-by-step online process. First, register yourself on the official website using a valid email ID and mobile number. After registration, verify the OTP sent to your registered contact details. Next, fill out the online application form carefully with all required academic and personal information. Then, upload the necessary supporting documents and complete the process by paying the registration fee online.
GIM Goa How to Apply - Steps to Follow
- Register yourself
- Verify OTP
- Fill application form online
- Upload required documents
- Pay registration fee
The GIM Goa application fee varies based on the number of programs applied for and the application rounds with respective deadlines. Candidates can benefit from lower fees by applying early under the First Mover or Early Bird deadlines. Check details in the table below.
Application Round | Application Deadline | Application Fees for One Program | Application Fees for Two Programs | Application Fees for Three Programs | Application Fees for Four Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
First Mover | Oct 23, 2025 | Rs.1750 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.3000 |
Early Bird | Nov 27, 2025 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3500 |
Achiever Round | Dec 4, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
CAT Deadline | Dec 23, 2025 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
Last Date | Jan 15, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
- GIM Goa Admission Eligibility Criteria require Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Bachelor’s Degree.
- Candidates in the final year of the degree can also apply.
- Applicant should apply and appear in one of the acceptable entrance exams CAT/ XAT/ GMAT and score well to be eligible for shortlisting
GIM Goa final selection process is based on various selection parameters including entrance exam scores, past academic performance, work experience, and face to face evaluation. Entrance exam scores have the highest weightage of 40%. Check details in table below.
GIM Goa Final Selection Weightage
The weightages for various components in final selection round are:
GIM Goa Scholarship schemes are available for all the PGDM programs. GIM offers many institute-based and corporate sponsored scholarships to students in 1st and 2nd year to reduced financial burden. Details of GIM Goa Scholarships are given below:
GIM Goa Scholarship Schemes
Key details of the GIM Goa scholarship Amount for different schemes is shared below:
- PGDM: Rs 500,000; Total 45 Scholarships
- PGDM-HCM: Rs.500,000; Total 7 scholarships
- PGDM-BDA: Rs.500,000; Total 21 Scholarships
- PGDM-BIFS: Rs.500,000; Total 7 Scholarships
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
MDI Murshidabad offers a prestigious two-year full-time AICTE approved MBA-equivalent Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). MDI Murshidabad flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme, approved by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and recognized as MBA equivalent by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Shortlisting of candidates for the selection process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process at a center in one of the following cities: Bangalore, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Mumbai. Centers other than Kolkata and Gurugram are tentative. The selection process may also be conducted online, for which the intimation will be given to the short-listed candidates in advance.
Foreign / OCI/ PIO/ Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries applicants can be considered for admission on the basis of their valid GMAT scores. Applicants have to apply online by visiting MDI M website https:// www.mdim.ac.in. Online registration for Foreign / OCI/ PIO/ Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries.
The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT (as applicable), GD & PI, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience, Sports and extracurricular activities and Gender diversity.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM curriculum has been designed to enrich student’s skills and abilities in order to enable them in applying management theories and concepts in live problems existing in business and industry. The programme enables students to identify and diagnose complex problems in management through hands on learning experiences. It includes lectures, case studies, seminars, assignments, live projects, group discussions, business games, outbound based experiential learning activities, educational excursions, role plays, simulation exercises, structured and unstructured group work, and field visits. Consistent with state-of-art technology, the programme integrates the use of computers (IT) in the learning process. The students undertake several field based projects (live projects) so that they can get better insights into real life situation. These all will inevitably assist students to achieve high standards of excellence.
MDI Murshidabad PGDM Programme Structure
Core Courses
The PGDM course curriculum is spread across six terms with the bulk covered in the first three terms. These core courses will enhance the ability to communicate, analyse situations and make decisions by adopting quantitative and qualitative techniques. It even helps them to develop a holistic view of the different functional areas and the business environment. During this period, it is mandatory to opt for courses in general management and major functional areas, such as Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Information Management and Business Analytics, Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management and Strategic Management and International Business. They get exposure to the basic disciplines of Economics, Behavioural Sciences, Managerial Communication, Business Law, Quantitative Methods and Decision Sciences.
Summer Internship
At the end of the first three terms, students are required to undertake an industry internship or summer training to work on a project / life problem an organization. The internship usually spans over a period of eight weeks. This is a compulsory component of the curriculum for the completion of the academic requirements. It is designed to provide exposure to organizational work setting, develop an understanding of business realities, learn how to apply theory in real life business situations and find its relevance.
Dissertation
The dissertation will be allocated 1.5 credits in Term-IV under the Internship/Fieldwork category. Students will be required to submit their completed dissertation reports by the conclusion of Term-V.
This research-intensive project allows students to engage deeply with their chosen topic, bridging academic learning with practical, real-world application. It fosters essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic writing, and preparing students for future professional endeavours.
Specializations
In the second year, the student opts for elective/ optional courses to specialize in a maximum of two functional areas.
These areas of specialization may deal with any of the following:
- Accounting and Finance
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Operations Management
- Information Management and Business Analytics
- Strategic Management and International Business
All elective Courses, however, may not be offered, as this would be determined by the number of students showing interest in aforementioned area of specializations. Details about the electives are made available to students when they join MDIM. To specialize in an area, a student must opt for a minimum of five elective courses offered in that area that assigns a weightage of 15 credits and three each for a course. Students will be allowed to opt in a range of 14 to 17 electives. However, CGPA would be decided based on the best 14 electives out of total electives where students have scored relatively better.
MDI Murshidabad aims to offer new electives in line with latest demands of the students and corporate like Econometrics and many more expected to appear in the forthcoming academic session that will meet corporate requirements.
Online Application:
Online application forms of MDI Murshidabad (MDI M) and MDI Gurgaon (MDI G) are common. Applicants can apply by visiting MDI Murshidabad website and MDI Gurgaon
website and follow the process mentioned. The common Application Form has the following options:
• Management Development Institute Murshidabad
• Management Development Institute Gurgaon
• Both Application Form fees is as under:
INR 1,770/- for MDIM (inclusive of 18% GST)
INR 3,000 /- for MDIG (inclusive of 18% GST)
INR 3,590/- for both (inclusive of 18% GST)
Candidates have to make an online payment using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking before the application closing date.
The candidates should be able to furnish valid score of CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ Valid GMAT.
At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 3 years duration with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from any University recognized by the AICTE/AIU/ Ministry of HRD, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final examination for the Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent examination) and completing all requirements for obtaining the Bachelor’s degree by 30th June, 2026 can also apply to the PGDM programme, subject to furnishing evidence to that effect latest by 1st October, 2026.
- The Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Personal Interview (PI) round
- Final Selection Round at MDI Murshidabad has components like Group Discussion, Written Test and Personal Interview.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT, XAT and GMAT score, PI, Academic merit, academic diversity, work experience and social diversity etc
MDI Murshidabad offers special scholarship and freeship scheme for the North-East students. MDI Murshidabad also offers Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
IIM Visakhapatnam offers 5 years full time PhD Program. It is a research-intensive doctoral program aimed at imparting high-quality training in research.
IIMV’s PhD program aims primarily at training prospective scholars to excel in their chosen areas of research through high-quality publications. This program would also prepare scholars to be highly skilled teachers.
The program comprises one year of course work, a comprehensive examination and thesis work consisting of a thesis proposal defence; and a final thesis evaluation and defence. Collaboration between faculty members and students is the hallmark of this Program. The faculty members at IIMV are adept in research and publishing, providing a conducive environment for prospective scholars to find areas of interest from a rich and diverse bouquet of management themes. IIMV reflects a true national character. On the strength of its infrastructural resources and institutional processes (academic and administrative), the Institute attracts faculty and students from across the country. IIMV encourages prospective scholars with a passion for research, to apply to this program. IIMV doctoral degree holders make a positive and profound impact in their chosen field of career, be it in government, business, or academia.
Financial Support for IIMV PhD Students
Stipend will be paid at Rs. 37,000/- per month for the 1st two years and Rs. 42,000/- per month from the third year onwards.
Contigency Grant is paid as per UGC norms
International Conference grants of up to Rs. 3,00,000/- and National Conference grants of up to Rs. 60,000/- towards accepted papers are paid
In addition to this grants for publication of papers in national and international Journals, participation in international conferences are also paid
Applicants should apply online with non refundable application fees of Rs. 500/- while filling the application
- Based on the information provided by the applicants, selected candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) and called to Visakhapatnam for an interview
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as specified by the respective areas. Parameters may include the applicant's performance in GMAT/GRE, CAT/GATE/ JRF (NET) score, past academic performance, interview performance, etc.
If a candidate didn’t appear for any of the admission process, then his/her candidature will not be considered for admission
- Candidates selected for admission are required to attend an Orientation and Preparatory Programme
IIMV PhD Program comprises of two phases Coursework and Thesis work. The phase-1 of Course work covers the first year of the programme. Successful completion of the first phase requires passing the Comprehensive Examination (Written & Viva) at the end of the first academic year. a student is required to take 18-credit courses over this period.
On completion of Phase 1, the students begin thesis work consisting of a thesis proposal and a final thesis-evaluation. The area concerned can decide on the combination of PGP and PhD courses to be offered in year, subject to the minimum requirements. so that the student completes 27 credits before the comprehensive qualifying examination.
- Eligible candidate should submit application online.
- Applicants must pay an fee of Rs. 500/- while filling the application form in the ‘payment’ tab. However, candidates belonging to NC-OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwD, Women, and Transgender are exempted from paying the application fee.
- Applicants should upload their marks sheets/certificates for academic exams and other entrance exams taken by them
- Candidates can submit application only upto two areas of specialization
- Candidates should have a Master's Degree (bachelor's degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern, followed by a master's degree) or a Post
- Graduate Diploma (2 years) in any discipline, with at least 55 percent marks in the bachelor's as well in the master's degrees. (OR) A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with at least 50 percent marks and B. Com/Degree with 55 percent marks (OR) 4 year / 8 semesters bachelor's degree (10+2+4 pattern) with at least 6.5 CGPA or equivalent.
- Candidates who are in the final year of their qualifying Programs that would make them eligible can also apply
- Candidates should possess a valid test score, from any one of the acceptable tests for the area(s) of Specialization they are applying to, like CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, CSIR NET, UGC NET/JRF
- Based on the information provided by the applicants, selected candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) and called to Visakhapatnam for an interview
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as specified by the respective areas. Parameters may include the applicant's performance in GMAT/GRE, CAT/GATE/ JRF (NET) score, past academic performance, interview performance, etc.
- If a candidate didn’t appear for any of the admission process, then his/her candidature will not be considered for admission
- Candidates selected for admission are required to attend an Orientation and Preparatory Programme
PGDM Financial Management
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The Post Graduate Diploma Program in Management Financial Management at IMT Nagpur is a full time 2 year AICTE approved program designed to equip budding managers in various functional areas of management. The IMT Nagpur PGDM Financial Management is the quintessential multi-disciplinary program that incorporates domain specific knowledge and technological knowhow ensconced within a progressive holistic developmental orientation.
IMT Nagpur PGDM FM program equips students with management education across various functional domains like Economics, Business Analytics & IT, Operations, OB & HR, Finance, and Marketing. It aims to provide young graduates with an opportunity to develop managerial skills across these areas. Students are offered specialization in two functional areas of management, one being ‘MAJOR’ and another being ‘MINOR’.
IMT Nagpur has highly qualified full-time faculty members offering optimum Faculty-Student Ratio to enhance learning experience and one to one interaction. IMT Nagpur has academic partnerships across boundaries with more than 25 institutes and universities across the Globe. Some of the partner institutes include FH Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences, Austria; Universite du Quebec a Montreal, Canada; ESC Rennes School of Business, France; ESC- Dijon, Burgundy School of Business, France; Leipzig Graduate School of Management (HHL), Germany; ALBA Graduate Business School, Athens, Greece among other prominent institutes located in Mexico, Portugal, Poland, Brazil and other countries.
IMT Nagpur admission process comprises two steps – Shortlisting and final selection round. The admission process is now conducted Offline at specific locations. Step wise IMT Nagpur admission process is as below:
Submit Application. Apply for IMT Nagpur Admission
Check Shortlist. The applicants are shortlisted based on their profiles, eligibility and entrance exam score. Candidates with Exceptional Profile like Undergraduate from a reputable and premium institute; have represented national/international level teams in sports; other exceptional skills or talent which can be proven via Govt. certified documents, public awards or rewards; candidates working/ have worked in leading national/ foreign multinationals with minimum of 2 years; candidates scoring high test scores in CAT/ XAT/ GMAT/ CMAT are encouraged to apply and are considered for profile based shortlisting
Participate in Final Selection Round. Candidates will undergo through Personal Interview Round. In PI Round the candidates will be evaluated on Communication and Interpersonal Skills; Analytical and Problem Solving Skills; Business Affairs and General Awareness; Domain Knowledge; Future potential for employability
Final Selection & Admission Offer. For selection, the applicants’ overall profile and strong and consistent performance in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation is needed. Candidates should clear the cut off and will be awarded weightage on entrance exam score, performance in PI round, Work experience.
IMT Nagpur students of the PGDM Financial Management Programme earn their credits through compulsory courses, specialization courses and the internship project. The rigorous nature of the program equips the students with necessary hard and soft skills to eventually excel in the leadership role. The program offers various streams of specializations from the various functional areas and the students can opt for their chosen specialization domain.
In the first year (Term I, II & III), the student will learn concepts in all the key areas of management. In Term III, the students have to choose two flexi-core courses. Each student is required to undertake Summer Internship Program (SIP) in an organization at the end of first year. The duration of the SIP varies between eight to ten weeks. In the second year of the Programme, each student is required to opt for 12 elective courses across the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Term based on his / her aptitude or interest. There are 22 Core Subjects, 14 electives (including flexi-core) and 1 summer internship project. In the second year, the student has to choose 12 electives out of the elective courses offered by the Institute, during three terms i.e. Terms IV, V & VI.
There are two ways a student can take electives. For major-minor specialization, a student has to take six (6) courses from finance area (major), four (4) courses from the second area (minor) of specialization and remaining two (2) courses compulsorily from other areas. For single specialization, a student has to choose six (6) courses from the finance area and six (6) courses from other areas with not more than three (3) courses in any area.
The second area of specialization could be chosen from any of the following six areas - Marketing, Business Analytics & Information Technology, Operations Management, Human Resource and Organizational Behavior or Economics.
The candidate should apply to IMT Nagpur by using the common application form for all IMT campuses (IMT Ghaziabad, IMT Nagpur, IMT Hyderabad & IMT Dubai). The application processing fee is INR 3500 plus applicable bank charges. You can pay the application fees online through the admission portal using Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, or UPI.
To complete the application form, candidates need to provide their educational qualifications and contact details. In addition, they must submit at least one of the acceptable Entrance Exam IDs - ID for CAT, or ID for XAT, ID for GMAT. Candidates can submit more than one test ID.
Key Points in the eligibility criteria to apply for IMT Nagpur PGDM admission are:
- Minimum three years Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate
- Must have appeared and scored well in CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT (Taken during last 4 years)
Final selection is based on applicants’ overall profile and strong and consistent performance in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation. Candidates should clear the entrance exam cut off and will be awarded weightage on entrance exam score. Relevant work experience and performance in Personal Interview will be given due weightage in final selection.
IMT Nagpur offers wide range of scholarships to the students in PGDM programmes as below:
Merit scholarships for candidates with high scores in Admission Tests: All candidates with high scores in CAT/XAT/GMAT. The candidates eligible for merit scholarship for 90+ percentile category and with GMAT score of 650+ may receive a scholarship of 40 percent on academic fee component
TFW Scholarships to students: IMT Nagpur offers Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme. The TFW scholarship category selected candidates may receive a 100% academic fee waiver.
Shri Mahendra Nath Memorial Scholarships: It is Merit cum needs based scholarship and is applicable for second year students only. Scholarship amount is of Rs.1 Lakh
Smt. Leela Nath Memorial Scholarships for female candidates: All female candidates of the PGDM programs. Eligible Students will receive a scholarship of 20% on academic fee component. PGDM
Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Big Data Analytics (PGDM BDA)
FORE School of Management New Delhi is regarded amongst the top B-schools in India and offers prestigious MBA equivalent PGDM programs. FORE School of Management has a strong placement record with average salary of Rs. 16.80 LPA in placements 2025. FORE School Delhi Admission 2026 is open. The Post Graduate Diploma in Management Big Data Analytics (BDA) is a sought-after program of FORE New Delhi. Learn complete details of FORE PGDM Big Data Analytics program including curriculum, fees, admission process, placements and other highlights.
FORE New Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in Management Big Data Analytics (BDA) emphasizes the role of analytics from the very start of the programme. Through this programme student learn core managerial concepts, business problems, big data ecosystem, case studies, data driven case studies and tools, platforms and software to solve them.
FORE Delhi PGDM Big Data Analytics program is designed on a unique curriculum structure to cater to the growing requirements of analytic professionals in the field of business and management. Highlighting the rationales for this program, FORE School of Management says: “With the increasing usage of internet and smart devices both in business processes and otherwise, there is an explosion in the generation of data. The data is becoming increasingly important part of strategy and decision making from board room to shop floor. Getting insight from this data demands sophisticated tools, models and processes. Through this new management Programme our objective is at building future managers with data analytics capabilities for a corporate career in the several key disciplines,”
FORE Delhi PGDM Big Data Analytics Program Objectives:
- Familiarizing the students with the increasing role of data and insight it brings to decision making at different levels of organizations.
- Developing a right set of management and analytical skill to work in the diverse set of data driven industries like E-Commerce, banking and financial services, operations, supply chain and healthcare etc.
- Developing conceptual framework for analytical models, strategies and their deployment in various industries.
- Developing hands on capabilities on the technological driven variety of integrated tools and analytic toolkits and platforms.
- Developing optimal data driven strategies for the organisations or business units in an automated fashion to help business processes improves and bring insight and innovation.
Total number of seats for the PGDM (BDA) program are 60 seats in New Delhi campus and 60 seats in the Gurugram campus.
FORE School of Management PGDM Big Data Analytics Admissions is carried out through a rigorous selection process. The students are handpicked by the experienced faculty along with a professional from the industry. The Institute encourages diversity and the student’s profile is highly diverse in terms of gender, academic qualifications and work experience. Only CAT, XAT, GMAT exam scores are accepted by FORE for its admission process.
FORE Admission Process includes following steps:
1. Shortlisting on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
2. Extempore and Personal Interview (PI)
3. Final selection on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience.
The final criteria for selection shall be informed to the candidates before the selection process.
The PGDM in Big Data Analytics (BDA) at FORE School of Management, New Delhi, is designed to build future-ready managers with strong analytical and business decision-making capabilities. The curriculum integrates core management subjects with advanced analytics, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies. From the start of the program, students engage with real-world business problems, case studies, and hands-on projects using modern data tools, platforms, and software.
The FORE PGDM Big Data Analytics curriculum balances conceptual and practical learning. It enables students to understand business fundamentals while mastering big data ecosystems, analytical models, and applications across industries such as e-commerce, BFSI, operations, supply chain, and healthcare.
How to Apply for FORE Big Data Analytics Admission Process 2026? Candidates interested in applying for PGDM admission in Delhi NCR at FORE School of Management should follow following instructions:
1. Candidates can apply online on FORE Official Website.
2. Pay application fees: For online application submission candidates need to pay either through net banking or credit/debit card. Applicants need to pay the application fee as mentioned below.
Applicate Fees (Exclusive 18% GST)
• One Programme: Rs 1,500
• Two Programmes: Rs 2,000
• Three Programmes: Rs 2,500
• Four Programmes: Rs 3,000
The above amounts are only applicable if you apply for multiple programmes at the same time in the same application form. In case, you apply for the other one, two or three programmes at a later stage, the full application fee for one, two or three programmes as mentioned above will apply.
FORE Company Sponsored Category
FORE School of Management gives an opportunity to the candidates having entrepreneurial potential and may select a few candidates under the company-sponsored category in PGDM programmes. Such candidates will be shortlisted primarily on the basis of their profile and will also have to go through a pre-defined selection process as decided by the Institute. Limited seats are available under this category.
FORE PGDM Big Data Analytics Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate of all the subjects studied at a recognized University or Institution.
- Candidates appearing for the final year degree examination in the year 2026 can also apply.
- A candidate must appear in CAT 2025, XAT 2026 or should have a valid GMAT score (taken between 1st January 2024 and 31st January 2026).
FORE New Delhi Selection Process for PGDM Big Data Analytics comprises of Extempore and Personal Interview. Final Selection List is on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience. Successful candidates will be informed by FORE Delhi by Email. The result will also be uploaded on FORE website. Selected candidate should accept the admission offer and pay the requisite admission fees by the last date.
FORE School of Management New Delhi offers number of scholarships to the students studying in its various PGDM programs as below:
- Means-cum-Merit Scholarship: Offered to eligible first- and second-year PGDM, PGDM(IB), PGDM(FM), and PGDM(BDA) students meeting both financial need and academic performance criteria (minimum CGPA/TGPA of 7.00). It provides a full tuition fee waiver with limited seats allocated program-wise.
- Merit & Means Scholarships:
Merit Scholarship: Awarded to top rankers of each program’s first year based on overall performance, with ₹1.5 lakh per recipient.
Means Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver for economically disadvantaged students (family income below ₹8 lakh) from EWS, OBC, SC, or ST categories, subject to fund availability. - Regional Scholarship: Students domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and the 8 North-Eastern states receive a 10% tuition fee waiver.
PGDM International Business
FORE School of Management New Delhi is regarded amongst the top B-schools in India and offers prestigious MBA equivalent PGDM programs. FORE School of Management has a strong placement record with average salary of Rs. 16.80 LPA in placements 2025. FORE School Delhi Admission 2026 is open. The Post Graduate Diploma in Management International Business (PGDM IB) is a sought-after program of FORE New Delhi. Learn complete details of FORE PGDM International Business including curriculum, fees, admission process, placements and other highlights.
FORE New Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (PGDM IB) aims to prepare students to take up careers in corporate houses and family businesses engaged in International Business operations. FORE School of Management is one of the most reputed PGDM (IB) colleges in Delhi NCR known for its industry-oriented curriculum that focuses on contextual learning, qualified faculty, world-class infrastructure, and placement support.
FORE School of Management PGDM (IB) program specializes in International Business and helps students imbibe a professional approach and sensitivity to international business environment. The programme aims at providing a comprehensive coverage incorporating all the important areas and disciplines relevant to international business activities.
FORE Delhi PGDM International Business (IB) Program Objectives:
- To develop and train participants for assuming positions of responsibility in corporate houses and family businesses.
- To provide a thorough grounding to the participants in the conceptual framework of management theory, in the skills appropriate to managerial practice, as well as in the essential issues in international business operations.
- To equip the participants for working in a competitive global environment them to face confidently the pressures and challenges of the new millennium.
- To evolve with the dynamic and complex emerging Global environment.
Total number of seats for the FORE PGDM IB program is 120 seats in New Delhi campus
FORE School of Management PGDM International Business (IB) Admissions is based on a rigorous selection process. The students are handpicked by the experienced faculty along with a professional from the industry. The Institute encourages diversity and the student’s profile is highly diverse in terms of gender, academic qualifications and work experience. Only CAT, XAT, GMAT exam scores are accepted by FORE for its admission process.
FORE Admission Process includes following steps:
1. Shortlisting on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
2. Extempore and Personal Interview (PI)
3. Final selection on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience.
The final criteria for selection shall be informed to the candidates before the selection process.
The PGDM in International Business (IB) at FORE School of Management, New Delhi, is designed to develop globally competent managers equipped to handle the complexities of international markets. The curriculum blends core management fundamentals with specialized courses in international trade, cross-cultural management, global marketing, international finance, and strategic management, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of global business dynamics.
How to Apply for FORE International Business (IB) Admission Process 2026? Candidates interested in applying for PGDM admission in Delhi NCR at FORE School of Management should follow following instructions:
1. Candidates can apply online on FORE Official Website.
2. Pay application fees: For online application submission candidates need to pay either through net banking or credit/debit card. Applicants need to pay the application fee as mentioned below.
Applicate Fees (Exclusive 18% GST)
• One Programme: Rs 1,500
• Two Programmes: Rs 2,000
• Three Programmes: Rs 2,500
• Four Programmes: Rs 3,000
The above amounts are only applicable if you apply for multiple programmes at the same time in the same application form. In case, you apply for the other one, two or three programmes at a later stage, the full application fee for one, two or three programmes as mentioned above will apply.
FORE Company Sponsored Category
FORE School of Management gives an opportunity to the candidates having entrepreneurial potential and may select a few candidates under the company-sponsored category in PGDM programmes. Such candidates will be shortlisted primarily on the basis of their profile and will also have to go through a pre-defined selection process as decided by the Institute. Limited seats are available under this category.
FORE PGDM International Business (IB) Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate of all the subjects studied at a recognized University or Institution.
- Candidates appearing for the final year degree examination in the year 2026 can also apply.
- A candidate must appear in CAT 2025, XAT 2026 or should have a valid GMAT score (taken between 1st January 2024 and 31st January 2026).
FORE New Delhi Selection Process for PGDM International Business (IB) comprises of Extempore and Personal Interview. Final Selection List is on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience. Successful candidates will be informed by FORE Delhi by Email. The result will also be uploaded on FORE website. Selected candidate should accept the admission offer and pay the requisite admission fees by the last date.
FORE School of Management New Delhi offers number of scholarships to the students studying in its various PGDM programs as below:
- Means-cum-Merit Scholarship: Offered to eligible first- and second-year PGDM, PGDM(IB), PGDM(FM), and PGDM(BDA) students meeting both financial need and academic performance criteria (minimum CGPA/TGPA of 7.00). It provides a full tuition fee waiver with limited seats allocated program-wise.
- Merit & Means Scholarships:
Merit Scholarship: Awarded to top rankers of each program’s first year based on overall performance, with ₹1.5 lakh per recipient.
Means Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver for economically disadvantaged students (family income below ₹8 lakh) from EWS, OBC, SC, or ST categories, subject to fund availability. - Regional Scholarship: Students domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and the 8 North-Eastern states receive a 10% tuition fee waiver.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
FORE School of Management New Delhi is regarded amongst the top B-schools in India and offers prestigious full-time MBA-equivalent PGDM programs. FORE School of Management has a strong placement record with average salary of Rs. 16.80 LPA in placements 2025. FORE School Delhi Admission 2026 are open. The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is the flagship program of FORE New Delhi. Learn complete details of MBA equivalent FORE PGDM program including curriculum, fees, admission process, placements and other highlights.
FORE New Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is the flagship programme of the Institute. This programme has been running successfully since its inception in 1992. The total number of approved seats available for this Programme is 240 in New Delhi and 60 in Gurugram.
FORE PGDM Programme is designed to train and groom the future managers. This programme builds students comprehensive understanding of the general business environment and their impact on various management functions like marketing, operations, human resources, finance, strategy and information technology.
The first year of the FORE PGDM/MBA program focusses on building the foundational knowledge and skills in students. The second year of the program focusses on building function and domain specific knowledge and skills in students to prepare them for corporate careers. Read more details about FORE PGDM program curriculum in the following section.
FORE School of Management PGDM Admissions is carried out through a rigorous selection process. The students are handpicked by the experienced faculty along with a professional from the industry. The Institute encourages diversity and the student’s profile is highly diverse in terms of gender, academic qualifications and work experience. Only CAT, XAT, GMAT exam scores are accepted by FORE for its admission process.
FORE Admission Process includes following steps:
1. Shortlisting on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT Score
2. Extempore and Personal Interview (PI)
3. Final selection on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience.
The final criteria for selection shall be informed to the candidates before the selection process.
FORE PGDM programme is spread over two years. A student is required to complete 60 credits of courses in the first year of the programme. From Term 4 onwards in the Second Year, students are required to undertake Elective courses. A student enrolled in the PGDM programme is required to complete 43.5 credits from the Elective courses spread over Term 4 to Term 6 in the Second year of the Two-Year Programme.
As the FORE curriculum design, in order to provide the students opportunities to specialize in their area of choice, each area offers Elective courses. The Elective Specialization courses are offered in Communication, Economics & Business Policy, Finance & Accounting, International Business, Information Technology, Marketing, Organisational Behaviour & Human Resource, Operations Management & Decision Sciences, Strategy.
How to Apply for FORE Admission Process 2026? Candidates interested in applying for PGDM admission in Delhi NCR at FORE School of Management should follow following instructions:
1. Candidates can apply online on FORE Official Website.
2. Pay application fees: For online application submission candidates need to pay either through net banking or credit/debit card. Applicants need to pay the application fee as mentioned below.
Applicate Fees (Exclusive 18% GST)
• One Programme: Rs 1,500
• Two Programmes: Rs 2,000
• Three Programmes: Rs 2,500
• Four Programmes: Rs 3,000
The above amounts are only applicable if you apply for multiple programmes at the same time in the same application form. In case, you apply for the other one, two or three programmes at a later stage, the full application fee for one, two or three programmes as mentioned above will apply.
FORE Company Sponsored Category
FORE School of Management gives an opportunity to the candidates having entrepreneurial potential and may select a few candidates under the company-sponsored category in PGDM programmes. Such candidates will be shortlisted primarily on the basis of their profile and will also have to go through a pre-defined selection process as decided by the Institute. Limited seats are available under this category.
FORE PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate of all the subjects studied at a recognized University or Institution.
- Candidates appearing for the final year degree examination in the year 2026 can also apply.
- A candidate must appear in CAT 2025, XAT 2026 or should have a valid GMAT score (taken between 1st January 2024 and 31st January 2026).
FORE New Delhi Selection Process comprises Extempore and Personal Interview. Final Selection List is on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience. Successful candidates will be informed by FORE Delhi by Email. The result will also be uploaded on FORE website. Selected candidate should accept the admission offer and pay the requisite admission fees by the last date.
FORE School of Management New Delhi offers number of scholarships to the students studying in its various PGDM programs as below:
- Means-cum-Merit Scholarship: Offered to eligible first- and second-year PGDM, PGDM(IB), PGDM(FM), and PGDM(BDA) students meeting both financial need and academic performance criteria (minimum CGPA/TGPA of 7.00). It provides a full tuition fee waiver with limited seats allocated program-wise.
- Merit & Means Scholarships:
- Merit Scholarship: Awarded to top rankers of each program’s first year based on overall performance, with ₹1.5 lakh per recipient.
- Means Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver for economically disadvantaged students (family income below ₹8 lakh) from EWS, OBC, SC, or ST categories, subject to fund availability.
- Regional Scholarship: Students domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and the 8 North-Eastern states receive a 10% tuition fee waiver.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
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The Post Graduate Diploma Program in Management at IMT Hyderabad is a full time 2 year AICTE approved program designed to equip budding managers in various functional areas of management. The IMT Hyderabad PGDM is the quintessential multi-disciplinary program that incorporates domain specific knowledge and technological knowhow ensconced within a progressive holistic developmental orientation.
IMT Hyderabad has highly qualified full-time faculty members offering optimum Faculty-Student Ratio to enhance learning experience and one to one interaction. IMT Hyderabad has partnered with leading foreign Institutes and Universities offering student & faculty exchange programs. The top 10 partner institutes include Audencia Business School, France; Rennes School of Business, France; KEDGE Business School, France; University of Warsaw, Poland; Neoma Business School, Rouen & Reims, France; University of San Diego, USA; FH Offenburg, Germany; Universite du Quebec a Montreal, Canada; Charles Darwin University, Austria; Korea University Business School, South Korea
IMT Hyderabad offers value added Business Leadership programme-Leadership Engagement & Academic Programme (LEAP) to the students to nurture communication skills, cognitive & interpersonal skills, digital skills, to develop business acumen. LEAP is offered to all the students in line with the institute’s vision of nurturing socially responsible business leaders. Some of the modules of LEAP are Industry Immersion, Social Immersion, Global Immersion, Industry guided courses, Institute sponsored professional certification and IM2P.
IMT Hyderabad admission process comprises two steps – Shortlisting and final selection round. The admission process is now conducted Offline at specific locations. Step wise IMT Hyderabad admission process is as below:
Submit Application. Apply for IMT Hyderabad Admission
Check Shortlist. The applicants are shortlisted based on their profiles, eligibility and entrance exam score.
Participate in Final Selection Round. Candidates will undergo a Critical Thinking Test and a Personal Interview.
Final Selection & Admission Offer. For selection, the applicants’ overall profile and strong and consistent performance in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation is needed. Candidates should clear the cut off and will be awarded weightage on entrance exam score. Relevant work experience will also be given due weightage in final selection.
IMT Hyderabad students of the PGDM Programme earn their credits through compulsory courses, specialization courses and the internship project. The rigorous nature of the program equips the students with necessary hard and soft skills to eventually excel in the leadership role. The program offers various streams of specializations from the various functional areas and the students can opt for their chosen specialization domain.
All courses at IMT Hyderabad undergo constant update to reflect contemporary topics in the management world. Cases, business simulations and games are a part and parcel of the participant-centered pedagogy and they are used at every opportunity to create a unique learning experience for the students.
IMT Hyderabad offers three options to complete the summer term of about 3-4 months duration after first year and before commencement of second year course i) Students can opt for Internships (IP); ii) can opt for Student Exchange Programme (SEP), iii) Or can pursue Management Thesis & Seminars (MTS). MTS is designed for those students who wish to build a career in research field.
The Management Orientation Program (MOP) at IMT Hyderabad is called ABHYUDAY. It is a two week long introductory module that prepares students for the management coursework. ABHYDAY has been designed by factoring students’ background, diversity and experience. The orientation program includes orientation sessions, group activities, panel discussion on corporate expectations and an outbound activity. Senior corporate professionals will be part of a panel discussion on “Industry Expectations from Management Graduates”. The focus will be on knowledge, skill, and attitude required for a successful corporate career. ABHYUDAY intends to prepare students, from diverse backgrounds, for the common experience of the PGDM program; to help students get on board for shared academic learning and address individual concerns; to initiate students’ to management courses, corporate expectations, experiential and group learning. Set the tone for learning in the PGDM program and to appreciate the importance of peer learning, group activities and facilitate student bonding in the batch.
In its PGDM programmes, IMT Hyderabad offers specialization in Marketing, Finance & Accounting, HRM, General Management, Analytics & IT, Operations Management.
The candidate should apply to IMT Hyderabad by using the common application form for all IMT campuses (IMT Ghaziabad, IMT Nagpur, IMT Hyderabad & IMT Dubai). The application processing fee is INR 3500 plus applicable bank charges. You can pay the application fees online through the admission portal using Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, or UPI.
To complete the application form, candidates need to provide their educational qualifications and contact details. In addition, they must submit at least one of the acceptable Entrance Exam IDs - ID for CAT, or ID for XAT, ID for GMAT. Candidates can submit more than one test ID.
Key Points in the eligibility criteria to apply for IMT Hyderabad PGDM admission are:
- Minimum three years Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate
- Must have appeared and scored well in CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT (Taken during last 4 years)
Final selection is based on applicants’ overall profile and strong and consistent performance in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation. Candidates should clear the entrance exam cut off and will be awarded weightage on entrance exam score. Relevant work experience will also be given due weightage in final selection.
IMT Hyderabad offers wide range of scholarships to the students in PGDM programmes as below:
Merit scholarships for candidates with high scores in Admission Tests: All candidates with high scores in CAT 2023/ XAT 2024/GMAT. The candidates eligible for merit scholarship for 90+ percentile category and with GMAT score of 650+ may receive a scholarship of 40 percent on academic fee component
TFW Scholarships to students: IMT Hyderabad offers Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme. The TFW scholarship category selected candidates may receive a 100% academic fee waiver.
Shri Mahendra Nath Memorial Scholarships: It is Merit cum needs based scholarship and is applicable for second year students only. Scholarship amount is of Rs.1 Lakh
Smt. Leela Nath Memorial Scholarships for female candidates: All female candidates of the PGDM programs. Eligible Students will receive a scholarship of 20% on academic fee component.
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
Initiated in 2021, the Executive MBA at IIM Sambalpur is 2 years programme. The programme is mostly offered in Online mode. It is designed to capture the dimension of futuristic organizations with an immersive and active learning experience to equip future leaders. The program will benefit those having strong entrepreneurial mindset. The entire spectrum of program will cover emerging global trends, international interface, align with government eco-system and transform opportunities into actions. The program shall emphasis more on responsible leadership, sustainability, and digital transformation.
IIM Sambalpur has successfully inducted two batches, this year fourth batch of ExeMBA will be admitted. The programme has seen a unique cohort of working professionals across different industries like manufacturing, IT, ITES, Retail etc. With an average 7 years of experience and NRI participants in every batch
Eligible candidates should apply Online for admission to IIM Sambalpur ExeMBA programme with an application fees of Rs.1000 and required documents. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
Step by Step process for IIM Sambalpur Executive MBA Admission is shared below:
Apply Online after checking your eligibility at IIM Sambalpur admission website with application fee of Rs.1000
Candidates fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria shall be called for the PI process.
Candidates shall be required to submit a “No Objection Certificate”/ “Consent letter” for pursuing the Executive MBA at IIM Sambalpur from his or her employer
Industry Sponsored candidates are also allowed admission in the Executive MBA Program of IIM Sambalpur. A Sponsored candidate must have been in service of the sponsoring organization for at least two years at the time of admission. The selection of candidates under this category will be primarily based on personal interview. The candidates will be required to submit a letter from the sponsoring company.
The candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include talk about career path, interests, professional contributions, goals and the driving force behind pursuing ExeMBA
Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview in front of the Expert panel. The selection panel will assess the suitability of the candidates based on their managerial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset. Candidate will be especially assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments, etc.
Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Statement of Purpose (SOP)
The total program fee for Executive MBA is Rs. 12,00,000/- which includes tuition Fees, Virtual Library Access (such as cost of materials/cases/library materials/ Databases/ Archive etc.) and Campus Immersion (IIM Sambalpur campus only).
IIM Sambalpur has well crafted Executive MBA curriculuam which is mostly delivered in online mode. The programme is designed to create solid foundation in fundamentals of business and management with immersive learning experience. The course will be online on every alternate weekend. The live sessions by faculty will facilitate interactive experiential learning among participants. Since classes are conducted on alternate weekends, participants will get sufficient time to apply and relate their academic learning to real-time environment.
IIM Sambalpur practices a unique pedagogy of flipped Classroom that enable participants to learn-by-practice. The Blended-mode of course-delivery addresses the constraints of working professionals in having to be away from work for extended durations of time, typically necessitated by fully on-campus, residential programs. The program is planned to be offered on high definition, video conference based virtual classroom (VCR) online platform and offline mode i.e., on Campus of IIM Sambalpur.
In the first year of the IIM Sambalpur MBA Executive programme, a participant must undergo 450 hours of instructions on an interactive learning platform. In the second year the Participants are required to complete 240 hours of instructions and the remaining 60 hours of a Project course. Each session will be of 1.5 hours duration.
The Participants will have to undergo all the prescribed courses from the selected areas of specialization, with an option for choosing electives on one’s own preference. Three electives should be chosen from a basket of six courses listed during due course of time.
- The candidates are required to apply ONLINE for admission to IIM Sambalpur ExeMBA Programme. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
- Along with the application, supporting documents to be uploaded include Passport size photo; Copy of Master’s/Bachelor’s mark sheets and certificates; Copy of Govt. issued photo identity proof; Copies of SSC, HSC Mark sheets, and certificates; Relevant work experience certificates; NOC from current employer; NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee; Copy of Caste and disability Certificate, if applicable; PwD certificate must be issued by a Govt. Hospital, if applicable
- Please also upload the receipt of online payment of the application fee of Rs. 1000/- plus GST (non-refundable) along with your application.
The key points in IIM Sambalpur Executive MBA eligibility criteria are:
- Candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent percentage.
- A minimum 3 years of Post Qualification managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience as on last date of application is required.
Step by Step process for IIM Sambalpur Executive MBA Admission is shared below:
- Apply Online after checking your eligibility at IIM Sambalpur admission website with application fee of Rs.1000
- Candidates fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria shall be called for the PI process.
- Candidates shall be required to submit a “No Objection Certificate”/ “Consent letter” for pursuing the Executive MBA at IIM Sambalpur from his or her employer
- Industry Sponsored candidates are also allowed admission in the Executive MBA Program of IIM Sambalpur. A Sponsored candidate must have been in service of the sponsoring organization for at least two years at the time of admission. The selection of candidates under this category will be primarily based on personal interview. The candidates will be required to submit a letter from the sponsoring company.
- The candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include talk about career path, interests, professional contributions, goals and the driving force behind pursuing ExeMBA
- Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview in front of the Expert panel. The selection panel will assess the suitability of the candidates based on their managerial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset. Candidate will be especially assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments, etc.
- Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- The total program fee for Executive MBA is Rs. 12,00,000/- which includes tuition Fees, Virtual Library Access (such as cost of materials/cases/library materials/ Databases/ Archive etc.) and Campus Immersion (IIM Sambalpur campus only).
CEMS MIM
IIM Calcutta CEMS MIM program is a one-year program which can be taken up simultaneously with the 2 year flagship PGP program of IIMC. The key distinguishing feature of CEMS MIM is that it brings forth all the stakeholders (schools, companies, students and alumni) together in a collaborative course which is the MIM. Qualifying students have to spend one term (Term V of IIMC 2nd year PGP / Term 1 of CEMS MIM) in any of the CEMS member schools abroad before returning to IIMC for the final term. They also have to fulfil various curriculum requirements of MIM by participating in Block Seminars, Skill Seminars, undertaking Business Projects and taking mandatory and elective courses mandated by the MIM curriculum. They also have to fulfil requirements for Language Proficiency and International Internship requirements. During the CEMS terms, students will interact and build networks with their peers and professors globally. Through the collaboration with CEMS corporate partners, students are exposed to real-life business situations thereby gaining insight into management best practices and learn key practical skills required to function effectively in an international organisation. It also provides the privilege of furthering international job prospects through interactions with these multinationals.
IIMC has joined CEMS, an elite club of 30 premier business schools from across the world, as an Academic partner. IIMC is the only Indian member of this renowned alliance of leading global business schools and multinational corporations.
CEMS, the Global Alliance in Management Education, formerly known as “The Community of European Management Schools” was established in 1988 between Università Bocconi, ESADE, HEC Paris and the University of Cologne. What started as a Pan- European beginning, has now grown to become a truly global organization consisting of 31 leading European, Asian, Australian and American schools of business, over 70 multinational companies and 7 NGOs. Through its prestigious “Masters in International Management” (CEMS MIM) postgraduate, pre-experience degree, CEMS has created a global standard of management studies for students to become true global managers with excellence in performance and ethical conduct and understanding of cultural diversity. CEMS MIM is ranked #3 in the world for 2012, top place in 2010-12 3-year ranking and #1 for combined international results in The Financial Times Global Business School Rankings.
IIM Calcutta CEMS MIM admission process is detailed as below along with the assessment process:
- Apply online on IIMC official website
- Candidates will be assessed based on the application and other supporting documents along with a personal assessment interview
- The assessment is primarily based on Intellectual Potential & Knowledge (academic excellence, ability to analyse, learn/reflect, prior knowledge in the international business area); Attitude & Soft Skills (Desire to achieve, Interpersonal competences, Integrity, Critical Thinking, Motivation for the MIM Programme); International orientation (curiosity for differences, sensitivity & adaptability, spirit of facing challenges, international openness and cross cultural aptitudes, language skills)
IIM Calcutta CEMS MIM curriculum is well-planned and designed effectively to ensure that the objective of combining academic knowledge with real-life business practices are met. Students get an opportunity to effectively utilize class-room knowledge in live business situations confronted by global enterprises regularly. Eventually when students graduate from their MIM program, they are armed with knowledge and the experience to perform effectively in their future assignments.
The course is integrated through 5 main categories:
BLOCK SEMINAR: The CEMS MIM program begins with an intensive and concentrated week long session for students called a Block Seminar. The seminar is based on an innovative management topic, which is developed and run by teachers from different disciplines of management with participation from Corporate Partners who bring in the practical aspects of learning. Block seminars are graded.
SKILL SEMINAR: Skill Seminars are training seminars in practical skills relevant to an international management environment. Skill Seminars are organised primarily to introduce and impart practical skills required to function effectively in an international organisation. A total of two, 16 hour each, seminars are to be attended to complete the curriculum requirement.
BUSINESS PROJECT: Business projects have a flavour of a consultancy project wherein international student teams solve a real-life business problem faced by a company.
INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP: Students are expected to undertake a minimum of 8 weeks international internship project outside the country of the home school. During the internship, students apply their academic knowledge to practical real-life situations faced in corporate environments.
- Apply online for CEMS MIM programme of IIM Calcutta on its official website
- A video (max 2 minutes) presenting your interest in, and your suitability for CEMS. The SOP argument may be built on (but not restricted to) the following areas: Your alignment with CEMS values; Why apply for CEMS and not simple exchange/STEP?; Your contribution to the CEMS cohort before and during the programme?; Demonstrated International educational/working experience; Demonstrated experience of working in/with multicultural/multiethnic/international team(s); Leadership Skills/Achievements illustrated through examples; Grade Sheet of MBA Term 1 and Term 2 (if available); Details and proof of Work Experience abroad, if any; Certificate of Proficiency indicating the CEFR levels obtained in a Foreign Language, if any; Details of your contribution to CEMS Club Calcutta, if applicable; One recent coloured passport size photo in soft copy, preferably in formals.
Eligibility Criteria for IIM Calcutta CEMS MIM programme are:
- CEMS MIM is a program offered to students who are enrolled for the Post Graduate Program (MBA) at IIMC. From the overall batch, students will be selected to enroll in the MIM program, based on criteria given below:
- Minimum CGPA of 6.0 upto Term 1 of the MBA Program
- Students fulfilling the eligibility criteria may apply for the CEMS MIM program.
Final selection for IIM Calcutta CEMS MIM Admission is based on Intellectual Potential & Knowledge (academic excellence, ability to analyse, learn/reflect, prior knowledge in the international business area); Attitude & Soft Skills (Desire to achieve, Interpersonal competences, Integrity, Critical Thinking, Motivation for the MIM Programme); International orientation (curiosity for differences, sensitivity & adaptability, spirit of facing challenges, international openness and cross cultural aptitudes, language skills)