PGDM International Business
MDI Gurgaon PGDM International Business (IB)
Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon is ranked amongst the top B-schools in the country and offers prestigious full-time MBA-equivalent PGDM programs. MDI Gurgaon last date to apply 2025 is November 28, 2025. Apply Now. Read more details about MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB Curriculum, Placements, Fees, Admission, Dates.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB MIM is a prestigious dual degree programme jointly offered by MDI Gurgaon in collaboration with Emlyon Business School, Lyon, France and ESCP Business School, France. Delivered across India and Europe, MDI Gurgaon Post Graduate Diploma in Management International Business (PGDM IB) provides a unique blend of academic rigor and international exposure. Both Emlyon Business School, Lyon, France and ESCP Business School, France hold prominent positions in global rankings. According to the Financial Times (FT) European Business School Rankings 2024, emlyon business school is ranked 11th and ESCP Business School is ranked 5th.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB program is delivered in following format:
1. Initial Study at MDI Gurgaon: Students begin the programme with two terms-Term I and II at MDI Gurgaon (Semester 1 of the partner Institution), where the focus is on foundational coursework. This phase emphasizes core inputs across qualitative and quantitative disciplines, aiming to build strong analytical, integrative, and communication skills.
2. International Component: After completing the initial two terms, students proceed to one of the partner institutions (emlyon business school in Lyon, France or to one of the six ESCP Business school campus locations; Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Turin, Warsaw and London) for two semesters (Semester 2 & 3 of the partner institution) equivalent to Terms III, IV, and V of MDI Gurgaon. During this phase, the curriculum provides an in-depth international management perspective, including a mandatory industry internship, primarily based in Europe, to ensure hands-on experience in a global business environment.
3. Final Term at MDI Gurgaon: Upon completion of the international component, students return to MDI Gurgaon for Term VI (Semester 4 of the partner institution), during which they complete the remaining academic requirements.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB Diploma & Degree Awarded
Upon successful completion of the MDI PGDM IB programme requirements, the student is awarded a Post Graduate Diploma in Management International Business (PGDM-IB) by MDI Gurgaon, along with a Master in Management (MIM) degree from either emlyon business school or ESCP Business School, depending on the partner institution attended during the international study component.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB admission process can be divided into following stages:
- The candidates seeking admission to MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB programme must appear in CAT exam Then, candidate should apply separately for MDI admission.
- MDI application process is open from Thursday, 25th September 2025, till Friday, November 28, 2025.
- Shortlisting of candidates for the GDPI process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT scores.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion and Personal Interviews.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment test, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience as per weightages given in Table below.
The programme employs a diverse range of pedagogical methods, including case studies, simulations, lectures, interactive discussions, and role plays to facilitate experiential and applied learning. Students from MDI Gurgaon are fully integrated into international cohorts at both partner institutions. This collaborative and immersive learning environment promotes cross-cultural understanding, broadens global perspectives, and strengthens the ability to work effectively within diverse, international teams.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM IB application form is available at MDI website. Apply now. You need to complete MDI application form filling in following steps:
Step 1: Fill Personal Details
On the first page you should fill your name, father’s & mother’s name, email ID, Password, Country, Mobile number and submit at Sign up column. After completing the step 1, you will receive the confirmation message. You should now click on ‘Activate Your Account’. An OTP will be received by you on email and mobile, verify it and proceed to complete the remaining part of MDI registration process
Step 2: Complete CAT Registration & Personal Details
On the next page, you need to fill information on CAT registration number and personal details with address.
Step 3: Upload Photo & Signature
After completing your entrance exam details and personal details, now you should upload your photo and signature of required size as below.
Step 4: Fill Your Work Experience
The next step is to fill your work experience details. All the details should be correct else your candidature may be cancelled.
Step 5: Fill the Details of Extra Curricular Activities
On this page of MDI Application form, you need to fill the correct details of your extracurricular activities of inter-collegiate, institute and higher level of sports, cultural, literary and others
Step 6: Document Details
The required documents are to be uploaded on this page of requisite size like copy of Identification, Class 10, 12 and graduation marksheet/degree among others.
MDI Gurgaon application fees is Rs. 3,000, inclusive of 18% GST. Candidates can select all the MDI programmes they wish to apply for, and pay the fees online.
After completing the above steps, your MDI application form is complete.
- At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
- Bachelor’s Degree of minimum 4 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.
- Applicants to the PGDM IB programme must possess a minimum of 1 year (one year) work experience as on 31st January 2026, after completion of a minimum 4 years duration Bachelor’s degree for the programme. The candidates with 3 years’ duration bachelor degree are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for PGDM-IB Programme.
MDI Gurgaon PGDM HRM final selection process is a multi-stage process.
- MDI Gurgaon shortlists candidates for the WAT-GD-PI process on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT 2025 scores.
- Stage-I MDI shortlisting: MDI Gurgaon shortlists candidates for the WAT-GD-PI round based on multiple parameters, with the CAT score carrying the highest weightage of 70%. Academic performance in Class 10, 12, and Graduation collectively contributes 15%, while work experience (10%), academic diversity (2.5%), and gender diversity (2.5%) ensure a balanced and inclusive selection process.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion, Written Analysis Test, and Personal Interviews between February and April 2026 at a center in one of the following cities: Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.
- The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment test, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience, and social diversity etc as per weightages given in Table below.
A few scholarships are available for this program
MBA International Business (MBA-IB)
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The MBA (International Business) is the flagship 2 years full time residential management offered by IIFT. The programme is open for freshers as well as for graduates with quality work experience. The MBA (IB) is the foundational course for developing a competent cadre of business executives to meet the country’s growing requirements for trained personnel in the field of international management. MBA (IB) is a six trimester general management programme with a focus on international business. The programme aims at providing a comprehensive coverage incorporating all the important areas and disciplines relevant to international business activities. The syllabi for MBA (IB) compares favorably with the syllabi of some of the world’s best International Business Schools.
IIFT MBA IB aims at imparting professional education and training in modern management techniques for handling international business operations in a highly dynamic and competitive environment. Since the development in the international marketing on the one hand and the consequential impact of the same on India’s domestic market on the other, call for a professional approach and sensitivity to international business environment, the MBA (IB) exposes the participants to the challenges in the emerging competitive business environment in an increasingly globalized world.
The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in and also separately apply for IIFT admission by making payment of requisite application fee
IIFT MBA Admission is through Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs. IIFT does not conduct anymore its own entrance exam. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT exam by making payment of requisite CAT registration fees
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and Gender Diversity. Following weightage will be awarded to different components in IIFT shortlisting process for PI round:
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List of more than 300 students will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
IIFT offers a dynamic curriculum. It aims to familiarize the students with fundamental concepts of management, international business and trade. The course structure is in sync with international trade and business demand, industry requirements and expectations. It incorporates all the vital subject areas and disciplines relevant to global business, emphasizing on analytical and quantitative approach. The course is a combination of core subjects and a wide range of electives that cater to the changing dynamics of international business.
The curriculum of the MBA (International Business) gets validated both internally and externally in the purview of the changing global environment in International Business and the requirements of Management Education to meet these new challenges, on a continuous basis. The curriculum places emphasis on developing a global perspective on various issues and developing these skills for taking an integrated view on managerial problems and being able to adapt to changing situations.
Summer Internship, Port Visit and Social Awareness Programme involve field work. All these field work components are mandatory. In the second year, students undertake a Research Project of 3 credits based on their sectoral specialization. Key specialization areas are General Management and Strategy, Quantitative Techniques & Operations Management; Information Technology, Finance, Marketing, International Trade Operations & Logistics, Human Resources, Economics of Strategy. Each specialization area has four to twelve electives. Students are required to opt for 18 Electives. They can major in two functional areas (6 each) and minors (3) in any other functional areas or major in 3 functional areas.
The step by step process how to apply for IIFT MBA admission is shared below:
Step-1: The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in by making requisite CAT registration fee of Rs.2500
Step-2: After completing CAT application, apply separately for MBA (IB) Admission at IIFT website applyadmission.net/IIFT2025.
Step-3: Make online payment of IIFT application fee of Rs.3000/-. ( For PwD/SC /ST/Transgender IIFT application fees is Rs.1500)
IIFT MBA Admission 2025 Last Date to Apply has been extended from November 23 to December 5, 2024.
- A recognized bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years’ duration in any discipline with 50% marks.
- The candidates appearing for a qualifying examination (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) are also eligible to apply
- No minimum or maximum age limit
- Taking CAT exam and scoring well is mandatory for Indian Nationals
The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in and also separately apply for IIFT admission by making payment of requisite application fee
IIFT MBA Admission is through Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs. IIFT does not conduct anymore its own entrance exam. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT exam by making payment of requisite CAT registration fees
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and Gender Diversity. Following weightage will be awarded to different components in IIFT shortlisting process for PI round:
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List of more than 300 students will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource Management (PGP-HRM)
The Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource Management (PGP-HRM) at IIM Indore is a two-year, full-time, residential programme. The programme commenced from the academic year 2018. The programme aims to groom participants into professional managers with a capacity to integrate human resource and business issues emerging in a dynamic environment; to apply an understanding of behavioural tenets for harnessing value in organizations and society; to apply an analytical orientation in creating sustainable and innovative value creation frameworks
The PGP-HRM Programme will Develop Critical Thinking Ability; Ability to work in groups and lead ethically; Develop Competence in Quantitative Analysis; Develop Competencies in Human Resource Management and will shape Human Relations within Organisations. The students will be empowered to draw upon psychometric instruments and applied psychological tools in shaping human relations within organisations. Participants will be introduced to techniques through which they can deploy an analytic orientation in understanding human behaviour in organisations and shaping evidence based interventions. They will build practical skills with respect to various HRM functions.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA-HRM at IIM Indore is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP-HRM at IIM Indore 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 Indore will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Indore 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
Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
The PGP-HRM curriculum is spread over two years, each year consisting of three terms. The first year of the classes will take place along with PGP participants for most of the courses. The first year is a fundamental anchor of the programme and will provide a context of strong peer learning and appreciation of business issues. The second year will focus on specialized courses and industry projects. The second year of the programme enable the participants to interact closely with industry and business leaders while undertaking industry projects. At the end of the first year, the participant spends eight weeks on a summer project in a business organization, working in the domain of HRM and organizational leadership.
The first-year curriculum comprises core courses which introduce participants to a range of functional areas of management. They also equip participants with the necessary tools and techniques that are required for a breadth of management decisions. There are a few specialised courses in Term III for PGP-HRM participants to enable them to acquire inputs pertaining to innovative and state of the art developments in the field of HRM.
While a few skill development courses (SDCs) are common with PGP participants, a large number of SDCs are specific to PGP-HRM participants to enable them to develop skills pertaining to research, analytics and psychometric instruments.
The concept of credit is used to compute the workload of a course. As a general rule, a four-credit course requires a commitment of about 100 hours from the participant of which 25 hours are to be spent in the classroom (usually 20 sessions of 75 minutes each) and the balance to be utilized for preparation and assignments. The courses carry one, two, three or four-credits.
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 Indore MBA-HRM and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Indore admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Indore Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Indore website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Indore 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.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA-HRM at IIM Indore is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP-HRM at IIM Indore 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 Indore will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Indore 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
Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to the 21st Batch of PGPMX commencing August 2024. For admission notification, please refer to the above link. You can use the navigation on the left for more details or download the brochure on the right.
IIM Indore PGPX is two-year, alternate weekend Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives (PGPMX). Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree awarded to participants on successful completion of the programme.
Classes are conducted at IIM Indore’s Powai, Mumbai Campus. The Curriculum and rigour are similar to regular 2-year PGP. Distinguished Faculty from IIM Indore and industry will be teaching the programme. The programme entails International Immersion Programme. The programme offers Opportunity to network with peers from diverse industries
At PGPMX you will Meet, interact, and learn from a distinguished peer group who are high-performers in their own organizations, Develop interpersonal awareness and the ability to work in teams, Learn to anticipate, assess, and respond to opportunities and problems from the standpoint of the organization as a whole.
Utilize your knowledge in your functional area to better understand its strategic implication on the organization. Develop the ability to create strategic and tactically integrated plans to achieve organizational goals. Develop capabilities in analysing and redesigning organizations and in leading and managing people through change. Learn to harness the collective strength of an organization. Develop awareness of global factors affecting business.
Admission to IIM Indore PGPMX programme will be based on the candidate’s performance in the Aptitude Test and Interview to be conducted by IIM Indore on specified dates. The Aptitude Test will be held in the first half of the day on the specified date. It will be followed by Interviews. While interviews of some candidates will be held on the same day of the Aptitude Test, others will be invited for interviews on other dates announced for the interviews. Candidates are advised to keep themselves free on all the dates announced for the Aptitude Test and interview.
Admission Offers will be made to candidates based on the overall performance in the Aptitude Test and interview, within a week of the conclusion of interviews. The Admission Offer letters will be sent through email. The candidates are, therefore, advised to check their emails regularly after the interviews are completed.
Candidates who are offered admission to PGPMX will be required to accept the Admission Offer in the prescribed format, within the date specified in the Admission Offer Letter. The format will be sent with the Offer of Admission.
The candidates will be required to submit a duly filled in and signed Registration Form on the date of registration. More details about registration will be sent along with the Admission Offer Letter.
The PGPMX comprises of a rigorous curriculum, exposes participants to experiential learning, and provides avenues for creative collaborations with their peers, faculty, and their organizations. The PGPMX is similar in content and rigor to our regular Post-Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) and the classes are facilitated and taught by the same faculty. The objective of the programme is to provide participants with a platform to enhance their knowledge base, and hone their skills and competencies to grow higher in their career and to be a leader in their organizations.
The PGPMX innovative approach, need-based curriculum, powerful experiential learning, and experienced faculty deliver an integrated learning experience that is powerful enough to make a positive impact on the managerial career of the participants by maintaining high academic standards that is not just career-altering, but life-changing.
Academic input is delivered through two types of courses: core courses and elective courses. Core courses (Term 1 to 3) are compulsory for all participants. They provide participants with the fundamental conceptual knowledge, analytical skills and techniques, contextual understanding, environmental awareness and overall perspective, which serve as the base for the programme. The elective courses, which are offered in the second year (Term 4 to 6), give participants a deeper understanding of different functional areas and enable them to specialize in areas of their choice.
The application should be submitted online at the IIM Indore PGPMX admission website. Step by step process how to apply for admission is given below:
Step 1: Submission of Application:
All interested candidates should fill out the online application form. After submission of the form, an acknowledgement with a system-generated Application Number will be sent to the email address provided. Login credentials with edit rights will also be provided to candidates in the same email. Candidates may edit their application form until the last date for submission of application form. Candidates are advised to save a copy of their application form after submission.
Incomplete application forms will not be considered. Candidates must complete all parts of the Application Form or explain in the form why a part has not been completed. This is important to be considered for admission to the program.
Step 2: Make Payment of Application Fee:
Candidates should pay the application fee of INR 5000/- online within one working day of submitting the online application form. Applications without payment of application fee will not be considered. The application fee is non-refundable.
The IIM Indore two-year, alternate weekend Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives PGPMX, offered in Mumbai, is uniquely designed for working executives and entrepreneurs, who would like to take the opportunity to become transformational leaders and innovative solution creators in their respective organizations, but find it difficult to pursue a full-time programme in management. PGPMX is designed to provide flexibility to working executives to be engaged in their respective professions and at the same time to upgrade their knowledge . Successful completion of the Programme would lead to the award of Master of Business Administration degree. PGPMX Eligibility criteria have following key requirements for admission:
- The candidate must have A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
- The percentage of marks obtained at the bachelor’s degree or the preceding degree should be minimum 50 or equivalent CGPA.
- Completed at least 5 years of full time managerial/professional experience after bachelor’s degree as on the last date for submission of applications.
- The programme is open to all nationalities.
- Candidate should appear in Aptitude Test & Interview
Admission to IIM Indore PGPMX programme will be based on the candidate’s performance in the Aptitude Test and Interview to be conducted by IIM Indore on specified dates. The Aptitude Test will be held in the first half of the day on the specified date. It will be followed by Interviews. While interviews of some candidates will be held on the same day of the Aptitude Test, others will be invited for interviews on other dates announced for the interviews. Candidates are advised to keep themselves free on all the dates announced for the Aptitude Test and interview.
Admission Offers will be made to candidates based on the overall performance in the Aptitude Test and interview, within a week of the conclusion of interviews. The Admission Offer letters will be sent through email. The candidates are, therefore, advised to check their emails regularly after the interviews are completed.
Candidates who are offered admission to PGPMX will be required to accept the Admission Offer in the prescribed format, within the date specified in the Admission Offer Letter. The format will be sent with the Offer of Admission.
The candidates will be required to submit a duly filled in and signed Registration Form on the date of registration. More details about registration will be sent along with the Admission Offer Letter.
Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
Launched by IIM Indore in 2011, the five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is the first of its kind in India. The programme has been accredited by the AMBA London (4th and 5th Year). It is a unique and creative programme meant for young students with managerial and leadership aspirations. Through the IPM, IIM Indore seeks to attract young students, and mould them as outstanding leaders through a world-class education.
IIM Indore IPM is a Dual Degree Programme – BBA+MBA which you can pursue after passing class 12 and without appearing in CAT exam after completing 3 years of BBA degree. The Exit option from IPM program is available after completion of 3 years with Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management) degree awarded by IIM Indore.
IIM Indore IPM admission process has 5 steps. The students will undergo a rigorous IIM Indore IPM selection process to get admission into IIM Indore IPM
Step 1-Register and Apply for IPMAT: You need to register and apply for IPMAT exam which includes the IIM Indore IPM application form fee. The registration and application form is available at iimidr.ac.in/academic-programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm
Step 2: Appear in Entrance Exam IPMAT: All the applicants have to appear in the IIM Indore IPMAT entrance examination. The exam tests the applicant’s aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English and Mathematics
Step 3: Shortlist for IIM Indore Selection Process: Those who clear the IPMAT exam cut offs will be shortlisted for further rounds of IIM IPM Indore Counselling process. The shortlisted candidates need to appear for personal interviews.
Step 4: Personal Assessment Round: Shortlisted candidates will have to appear in Personal Assessment round. The personal assessment/interview judges the following in Applicants
- Students’ level of confidence,
- Communication skills,
- General awareness
- Persuasion skills and knowledge
Step 5: Generation of Final Selection List: Best 150 candidates who have done well in IPMAT, have good academics, perform well in personal interview, will be granted IIM Indore IPM Admission. The final selection in IIM Indore IPM Admission will be based on Composite Score. Category wise merit list will be generated based on Composite Score (CS)
The first three years of 5 years IPM programme focus on various management courses in undergraduate programme including Business Economics, Statistics, Ethics, Management theory and practice, Political science, Psychology, Public Policy, Governance among others. Industry visits, case study, interactive sessions, corporate internships are the key pedagogical tools of teaching. The last two years courses are same as that of IIM Indore flagship 2 years PGP programme. IIM Indore offers nine specialization areas to choose from, namely Economics, Finance & Accounting, Information systems, Marketing, Organization behavior & Human Resources, Operation management & Quantitative Techniques, Strategy, Communications, Humanities & Social Sciences
IIM Indore students participate in a wide range of extra and co-curricular activities which include IRIS (The Annual Management & Cultural Festival) and Utsaha (Rural Marketing Fair). IIM Indore has exchange tie-ups with several prestigious international business schools. IIM Indore conducts Himalaya outbound programme for the final year students to enable them to perform in an unfamiliar ambience and work as a team. Rural immersion programme is conducted to enable the participants to understand the social context in which organizations work and exist.
Students visit a company once a week in the fourth year of the Programme. They are required to carry out a study on various industries and key players in the industry. A unique matrix based structure in final year wherein participants take 10% credits in ‘Industry Vertical Courses’ and 10% credits in ‘Functional Area Courses’ in addition to the general management credits.
IPM Application form is released on official website of IIM Indore. IPM Application form fee is Rs. 4,130/- inclusive of GST for General, EWS and NC-OBC category candidates. For SC, ST and PwD category candidates the IPM application form fee is Rs.2,065/- inclusive of GST. Application form fee has to be paid online and is non-refundable/non-transferable. Recommended browsers to fill the IPM application form are: Internet Explorer (version 10 and above), OR Mozilla Firefox (version 52 and above), OR Google Chrome (version 58 and above). Fields marked in IPM application form with * are mandatory. Candidate have to fill in the personal details first to receive the User Id and Password. User Id would be received in the registered email address and Password as SMS on the registered mobile number. For subsequent login to fill the IPM application form, candidate should use the User Id and Password to complete the application. It is important to provide correct Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number and Email Address as these details cannot be changed once the IPMAT registration form for IIM Indore IPM Admission is complete
IPM eligibility criteria require class 12th pass candidates or the class 12 appearing candidates. The candidates qualifying the following minimum eligibility for admission to 5 year IPM batch
- Candidate should be of maximum 20 years of age (5 years of relaxation to the candidates from SC/ST/PwD category will be given)
- Candidate should have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination or appearing in the exam
IIM Indore IPM admission process has 5 steps. The students will undergo a rigorous IIM Indore IPM selection process to get admission into IIM Indore IPM
Step 1-Register and Apply for IPMAT: You need to register and apply for IPMAT exam which includes the IIM Indore IPM application form fee. The registration and application form is available at iimidr.ac.in/academic-programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm
Step 2: Appear in Entrance Exam IPMAT: All the applicants have to appear in the IIM Indore IPMAT entrance examination. The exam tests the applicant’s aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English and Mathematics
Step 3: Shortlist for IIM Indore Selection Process: Those who clear the IPMAT exam cut offs will be shortlisted for further rounds of IIM IPM Indore Counselling process. The shortlisted candidates need to appear for personal interviews.
Step 4: Personal Assessment Round: Shortlisted candidates will have to appear in Personal Assessment round. The personal assessment/interview judges the following in Applicants
- Students’ level of confidence,
- Communication skills,
- General awareness
- Persuasion skills and knowledge
Step 5: Generation of Final Selection List: Best 150 candidates who have done well in IPMAT, have good academics, perform well in personal interview, will be granted IIM Indore IPM Admission. The final selection in IIM Indore IPM Admission will be based on Composite Score. Category wise merit list will be generated based on Composite Score (CS)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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FMS Delhi is ranked amongst the top B Schools in India. FMS Delhi MBA Admission 2025 is open. Read latest information on FMS Delhi MBA Programme highlights in this article.
FMS Delhi MBA programme key highlights are:
- MBA at FMS Delhi is designed with the objective of developing young candidates into highly adept professional managers
- FMS MBA aims to groom the students capable of working in diverse sectors, continuously striving for excellence in performance, while propagating thought leadership and contributing to the welfare of the society at large.
- FMS MBA programme empowers students to demonstrate the ability to innovate, the ability to execute the most daunting challenges in the most trying of circumstances, the ability to create synergies amongst the most diverse set of variables and the ability to continuously learn, improvise, adapt, energize, excel and grow.
FMS Delhi MBA Admission Process is through CAT. FMS Delhi MBA Admission Process can be divided into two steps.
Step 1: Application & Shortlisting: In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Extempore and Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have applied for Admission and meet required CAT Cut Offs and other eligibility criteria.
Step 2: Final Selection: Based on candidate’s performance in PI Round.
FMS Delhi Admission 2025 Important Dates are as below:
- FMS Delhi MBA Last Date to Apply: November 22, 2024
- FMS Delhi Shortlist Announcement for PI-Extempore: March 2025 Second week
- FMS Delhi Final selection (PI-Extempore) dates: April 2025
- Final Admission Offer to MBA 2025-27 Batch: April 2025 third week
FMS Delhi Shortlisting Criteria
FMS Delhi Shortlisting Criteria for Interview Process based on different weightages to the scores of different sections of CAT 2024. FMS Delhi will shortlist the candidates on the basis of sectional and overall CAT 2024 score, gender diversity and other criteria as under:
- The shortlisting for final selection round in FMS Admission Criteria awards 100% weight to CAT 2024 score
In the shortlisting criteria, the candidate is awarded weightage to sectional percentile scores in CAT 2024 as below:
- Score in Quantitative Ability (QA) section: 30% weight
- Score in the Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) section: 30% Weight
- Score in Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) section: 40% Weight.
- An additional 5 marks are added to the Weighted score in case of women candidates for the purpose of shortlisting.
FMS Delhi MBA course structure is closely aligned with the contemporary business requirements. FMS MBA Course is of 2 years duration and is divided in four semesters. The key focus area in FMS MBA Curriculum is on producing managers with sound fundamentals.
Two Pillars of FMS MBA Curriculum
FMS MBA curriculum rests on two pillars. The first one is providing a strong analytical foundation in key functional areas, and the second one is enabling a high degree of academic flexibility, thereby allowing students to customize their MBA experience.
FMS MBA Curriculum: Year 1
The first year of MBA programme introduces students to the essential models and tools, with a focus on rigorous training in the diverse disciplines in management and the development of a strong foundation of business knowledge and management theory. The year concludes with a rigorous Summer Internship programme which allows students to explore practical application of the management concepts.
FMS MBA Curriculum: Year 2
In the second year, the students decide on their professional development plans by reflecting on their first year’s learning and Summer Internship experiences. This experience is augmented by interactions with an eclectic mix of world-renowned faculty and corporate luminaries who together teach core and elective courses.
For FMS Delhi MBA admission 2025, the applicant should Register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in by paying the requisite application fee for the exam and apply separately for FMS MBA Admission 2025. Key details how to apply for FMS Delhi Admission 2025 are as below:
- To apply for MBA admission at FMS Delhi, you should register and fill the online application form at FMS website.
- The application form should be submitted online along with the payment of Rs.1000/- application fee (For SC/ST/PWD Application fee is Rs.350/-)
- Keep ready all your documents like Mark Sheets from class X onwards; category certificate, if any, scanned photograph & signature of required size to upload on the FMS application form.
- While filling in, your application form, you will be directed to the Internet Payment Gateway of the Bank as mentioned in FMS website. Confirm payment through credit card/ debit card or other payment channels.
- After successful online payment, you will be directed back to the FMS Website. A confirmation of registration will follow.
FMS Delhi Admission process 2025 is open. Important dates related to admission activities at FMS Delhi are as below:
- FMS Delhi MBA Admission Last Date to Apply: November 22, 2024
- FMS Delhi Shortlist Announcement for PI-Extempore: March 2025 Second week
- FMS Delhi Final selection (PI-Extempore) dates: April 2025
- Final Admission Offer to MBA 2025-27 Batch: April 2025 third week
FMS Delhi MBA Eligibility Criteria are as follows:
- Candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- 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.
- Candidates applying for FMS Delhi MBA Admission 2025 should appear in CAT 2024 exam
FMS Delhi Final Selection Criteria and Weightage is outlined below. Shortlisted Candidates have to attend PI and extempore round in final selection process in April. FMS Delhi also expects a consistent and minimum performance in the different parameters of PI round. After the PI round, admission offers are made by FMS Delhi to successful candidates. The final selection is based on performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics among others. Category wise merit list will be generated based on Final Score. FMS Delhi Admission Weightages in Final selection are based on following components in generation of final merit list:
FMS Delhi is a low Fee MBA Colleges. Although there are no regular FMS scholarship schemes for average students, the meritorious and needy students are offered Company sponsored and Government scholarships in terms of fee waiver as per Delhi University and Government of India guidelines. Below are given the FMS Delhi Scholarships Details
FMS Delhi MBA Scholarships: Among the important FMS Delhi Scholarships are NTPC Scholarship Scheme, O.P. Jindal Engineering & Management (OPJEMS) Scholarship, Aditya Birla Scholarship, Government of India Scholarship schemes among others
FMS Delhi Scholarships Eligibility Criteria and FMS Delhi Scholarship Amount
FMS Delhi Scholarship eligibility criteria to apply for each of the scholarship schemes and FMS Delhi scholarship amount for each scholarship is detailed below:
1. NTPC Scholarship: Under this scheme, FMS Scholarship is available to students from SC/ST/PwD categories who are enrolled in a full-time MBA program in General Management, HR, or Finance.
FMS Delhi Scholarship Amount: Students receive Rs. 4,000 per year for two years.
2. OPJEMS Scholarship: Under the O.P. Jindal Engineering & Management (OPJEMS) Scholarship scheme, FMS Scholarship is awarded to the top 10 students from each management institute. First-year students are awarded based on their entrance exam scores, while second, third, and fourth-year students are awarded based on their previous year's achievements.
FMS Delhi Scholarship Amount: Each student will receive Rs. 1,50,000.
3. Aditya Birla Scholarship: This scholarship is aimed at supporting meritorious students pursuing their MBA. Under this scheme, FMS Delhi scholarship eligibility is that the Applicants must be enrolled in the MBA program at FMS, Delhi; should have a strong academic record. A consideration is often given to the financial need of the applicants.
FMS Delhi Scholarship Amount: The scholarship amount ranges from Rs.1,00,000 to Rs.2,00,000 per annum, depending on the financial need of the student and the discretion of the scholarship committee.
4. Government Scholarships: FMS MBA students also get Government of India scholarships offered to SC/ST/PwD and Minority community students
- FMS Delhi Scholarships Benefits: FMS Delhi Scholarship benefits are:
- Covers FMS Fee: FMS scholarships help to cover a significant portion of MBA fees.
- Support in Living Expenses: Scholarships may be in the form of monthly stipend to help covering the living expenses.
- Industry Connect Opportunities: FMS Students receiving scholarships like Aditya Birla Scholarship may gain access to networking events, mentorship, and internship opportunities with the Aditya Birla Group.
- Boost to Profile: Getting a scholarship, can enhance the student’s profile, providing recognition from a prestigious organization.
Post Graduate Programme (PGPM)
IIM Lucknow Post Graduate Programme (PGP) leading to award of MBA degree, is a two years full time residential programme. The PGP is designed to develop professional managers with strong conceptual fundamentals and skills required to manage businesses of the future, while giving them the vision to determine what the future will be.
The students meeting the program requirements are awarded the degree of Master of Business Administration. IIM Lucknow has partnered with many reputed international institutions across the world for student exchange, research, faculty exchange programmes. These institutes abroad are located in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and in other countries.
Admission Process for Candidates for MBA (PGP) at IIM Lucknow is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Lucknow is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Lucknow will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Lucknow to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
IIM Lucknow PGP curriculum is divided in six terms spread over two years. The First Year academic work, spread over three terms, is a compulsory package of 22 foundation (core) courses designed to provide basic knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques in various functional areas and relevant disciplines.
The two-month compulsory Summer Training in industrial and business organisations follows the first year course work. The summer training is aimed at providing exposure to the real life working environment. Students are required to work on specific, time-bound organisation related assignments.
The Second Year academic work, spread over three terms, comprises two compulsory courses of integrative nature along with a package of 15 elective courses of advanced and applied nature.
In the second year of the PGP Programme in Management, IIM Lucknow offers choice of Specializations in the areas of Marketing, Finance & Accounts, Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, IT & Systems, Business Environment, Communication, Operations Management, Decision Sciences, General Management.
IIM Lucknow PGP students have the opportunity to choose and participate in two workshops in their sixth semester. The students can register for two elective workshops from the list below: Sports Marketing – Marketing Area; Qualitative Market Research–Marketing Area; Framing Identity and Role through Exploration – HR area; Business of Entertainment – General Management; Capstone Business Simulation – General Management; Risk Management – Finance area; Personal Finance and Retail Banking – Finance area; Behavioral Finance – Finance Area
- For IIM Lucknow PGP admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Lucknow PGP and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Lucknow admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Lucknow Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Lucknow website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Lucknow MBA Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
- All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in Final selection round for admission to IIM Lucknow
- For the candidates who have appeared in PI-WAT round, a composite score for final selection will be derived using the parameters and the corresponding weights as given below. This composite score will be used for preparation of category-wise merit list for final selection.
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Post Graduate Program in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM)
IIM Lucknow Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGP ABM) is a 2 years full -time residential course designed to develop agribusiness leaders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs with vision, competence and appropriate attitude for promoting/ growing agribusiness and agro-based enterprises with a strong international orientation. The students meeting the program requirements are awarded the degree of Master of Business Administration - Agribusiness Management (MBA ABM) by IIM Lucknow.
Admission Process for Candidates for PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Lucknow will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Lucknow to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
The curriculum of PGP ABM at IIM Lucknow is divided into six terms spread over two years. The First Year academic work, spread over three terms, is a compulsory package of 22 foundation (core) courses designed to provide basic knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques in various functional areas and relevant disciplines.
The two-month compulsory Summer Training in industrial and business organisations follows the first year course work. The summer training is aimed at providing exposure to the real life working environment. Students are required to work on specific, time-bound organisation related assignments.
The Second Year academic work, spread over three terms, comprises two compulsory courses of integrative nature along with a package of 15 elective courses of advanced and applied nature. These provide students the opportunity to develop in depth understanding and concentration in the areas of their special interest. The students can also take up to two Courses of Independent Study (CIS) as elective, or one Dissertation Project which is equivalent to two elective courses spread over Term-V and Term-VI.
The specialization area of Agri Business Management covers sub specializations in Agri Marketing, Rural Marketing, Agri Finance among others
- For IIM Lucknow PGP-ABM admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Lucknow PGP ABM and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Lucknow admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Lucknow Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Lucknow website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
IIM Lucknow eligibility criteria for PGP ABM programme are:
- A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science/ Agricultural Engineering or allied subjects with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of the SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- The Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing Higher Secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
- All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in Final selection round for admission to IIM Lucknow
- For the candidates who have appeared in PI-WAT round, a composite score for final selection will be derived using the parameters and the corresponding weights as given below. This composite score will be used for preparation of category-wise merit list for final selection.
PGPEX-VLM
IIM Calcutta offers unique one year full time Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives – Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing (PGPEX-VLM). The PGPEX VLM program fulfills the current industry’s growing demand for techno-managerial leaders who shape the neo-industrial revolution. Laden with latest management skills and cutting-edge technology knowledge, these vanguards are being readied for meeting the challenges offered by the new wave of business enterprises that thrive on information as they strive for the "Triple Bottom line". Each partnering institute teaches its speciality in management education
The one year full time PGPEX VLM residential program has a built in manufacturing focus that helps to appreciate an industry’s metamorphosis in competitive times. The course is being conducted jointly by 3 premier institutes of India viz. IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras. The course has been designed by these institutes in consultation with industry including Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade and Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The program aims to develop leadership and management skills, besides providing an impetus to cutting edge technology awareness and proficiency.
IIM Calcutta PGPEX VLM admission process is detailed as below along with the assessment process:
- Apply online on IIMC official website with application fee of Rs.4000/-.
- Based on the eligibility criteria, shortlisted candidates are called for a written test ‘Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing Admission Test (VLMAT)’ consisting of three sections Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability and Engineering Ability. The written test (VLMAT) is conducted in four cities (Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi).
- Candidates shortlisted after the written test (VLMAT) are called for a Personal Interview (PI) at the host institute.
- The mode of the interview will be finalized depending on the circumstances and Government advisories.
- Selection will be based on academic records, work experience, and performance in the Written Test (VLMAT) and Personal Interview.
IIM Calcutta PGPX VLM curriculum is divided into 8 terms and more than 1170 classroom contact hours, spread across 3 campuses during the 12 month period. It starts with an “Ice breaking session and Breakthrough Management” in IIM-Calcutta with a thrust on the "Big Picture" perspective. The primary focus lies on how to build a strategy based on core competencies and then to integrate an organization to execute this strategy and achieve the desired outcome.
The next two terms impart management knowledge in diverse areas ranging from Business Strategy, Marketing, Finance, Operations, People Management and Global Business scenario. Various modules on Supply Chain Management, Customer-centric approach, Lean methodologies, New Product Design & Development, SAP ERP, ISO 9001: Auditor training and some high-end technology related courses like Advanced Materials, Robotics, Ergonomics are taught in IIT-Kanpur and IIT-Madras campuses. The final term at IIM-Calcutta puts special emphasis on Leadership and Change Management with key focus on building an Entrepreneurial and Innovative culture. The terms also stress on the needs and nuances of Ethics and Ethical behaviour for today’s managers who compete a rapidly globalizing world.
The program’s learning methods are an assortment of regular class discussions, case studies, group work, live presentations and action-learning opportunities like management games and short consultancy assignments. A significant proportion of the program is undertaken in teams to further enhance the dynamic learning experience.
PGPEX VLM has 36 weeks of classroom study which includes lectures, case studies, tutorials, lab sessions, videos, individual and team assignments, guest lectures from Japanese faculty, industry experts, and business leaders, totaling 1173 interaction hours. The programme has 1 week of industry visit in Japan for studying Best Manufacturing Practices under the aegis of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The program has a proper balance of theoretical inputs and practical training to develop a high degree of leadership skill which would enable Indian companies convert manufacturing into a competitive weapon. The program introduces courses on Green Manufacturing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, Internet of Things (IOT) along with ISO9001 Lead Auditor Training.
The program attracts promising engineers from the manufacturing and allied businesses, who have the potential for top management positions.
- Apply online for PGPEX VLM programme of IIM Calcutta on its official website with application fee of Rs.4000/-.
- Following copies of certificates to be uploaded at the time of filling the application - Passport size photo (in JPG); Signature photo (in JPG); 10th Marksheet; 12th Marksheet; Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Marksheets; PG Degree Certificate and Marksheets (if applicable); Experience Letters; Sponsorship Letter (if applicable); CV with details of work experience only (not exceeding 3 pages)
Eligibility Criteria for IIM Calcutta PGPEX VLM programme are:
- First-Class Graduate Engineers with First Division/ First Class Marks from Secondary Examination onwards
- Minimum 4½ (four and a half) to maximum 10 (ten) years of work experience in manufacturing, engineering, and related sectors; holding responsibilities in production planning and control, research, design and development, quality control, plant engineering, maintenance, supply chain, construction, etc.
- Sponsored candidates need to have a minimum of 4½ (four and a half) years of work experience only
- Candidates on study leave also need to have a minimum of 4½ (four and a half) years of work experience only
Final selection for IIM Calcutta PGPEX VLM Admission is based candidate’s academic background, which has to be consistently first division/first class from school (Secondary Examination) Board examination level to graduation level, relevant work experience, employer’s recommendations, performance in the Written Test Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing Admission Test (VLMAT) and Personal Interviews to be conducted jointly by IIMC, IITK, and IITM.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
The Doctoral Programme (PhD) of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta was started in 1971. It is a full-time doctoral programme to be completed in four to five years. The programme offers opportunities for advanced studies and research in different specializations related to Management Science. The Programme aims to prepare students for careers in teaching and research in management studies and in related disciplines, and for careers in the government, in industry, and in other organizations that require advanced analytical and research capabilities.
On successful completion of the Programme, a student is awarded the Ph.D degree, in his/her area of specialization.
The admission process for IIMC PhD programme is detailed as below:
- Based on the information provided by the applicants in their application, the candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) for interview
- The mode of conducting the Interview i.e either Online / In-person will be notified/intimated well ahead of the process.
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as also specified by the respective areas.
- Admission Parameters may include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score, past academic performance, work experience, interview performance etc.
- Registration for the Doctoral Programme will be notified separately on the website.
IIM Calcutta Doctoral Programme offers specializations in Economics, Finance & Control, Human Resource Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Public Policy and Management, Strategic Management, Operations Research & Systems Analysis, Regional Development, and Sociology.
Upon joining the programme, students go through coursework in 6 terms spread across 2 academic years and complete at least 90 credits. The academic group that a student joins is treated as the Major area of specialization.
In the first year, students take up at least 15 compulsory credit courses (includes 2 compulsory courses on research methods [qualitative and quantitative], for groups requiring students to do these courses in the first year) and 1 compulsory non-credit course in Qualifying Mathematics. In the second year, students have to take 8 courses in major area (out of which at least six should be doctoral-level advanced courses; if a student has already taken any doctoral-level course in the first year, he/she needs to take the remaining number of doctoral-level advanced courses in the second year out of total six). Minimum of 3 doctoral courses of 3 credits each offered by any academic groups (or mix thereof) other than his/her group of specialization should be taken. Besides, 2 compulsory doctoral level courses on research methods (qualitative and quantitative), for academic groups deciding students to do these courses in the second year should be taken. Students are required to take at most two term papers (in lieu of courses) of which at least one term paper must be in the major area.
In the summer vacation at the end of first year, students undertake a project/research work which is treated as equivalent to 2 credit courses.
The qualifying CGPA for first year is 5.5 while that for the whole period of coursework is 6.0. Students failing to meet the cut-off CGPA are required to withdraw from the programme. After successful completion of coursework, students take a CQE (Comprehensive Qualifying Examination) administered by the respective academic group. Upon successful completion of CQE, a student moves into the thesis or dissertation phase.
Students are required to attend a teaching practicum. Students are required to take up Teaching Assistantship over the tenure of Fellowship for at least one diploma course offered by the academic group.
Applications for IIM Calcutta PhD admission should be submitted online with an application fees of Rs.2000 (Gen category) and Rs.1000 (Reserved category) Along with the online application, you have to upload all the relevant certificates and testimonials and furnish details of your referees. The online application starts tentatively in the first/second week of November. You can apply upto maximum two areas of specialization.
The eligibility criteria to apply for IIMC Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) are as follows:
- First Class Master's or Post graduate diploma (2 years) in any discipline and a three-year Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks in the aggregate.
- CA with minimum 50% marks or CS/CMA with minimum 55% marks, with B.com degree
- B.Tech/4 years degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent
- Non-engineering candidates who have undergone 10+2+5 years of education
- In addition, the applicant must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate in either the Secondary or the Higher Secondary Examinations of a Board (or equivalent).
- Applicants should have taken one of the acceptable entrance exams like CAT, GMAT,GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF-NET
- Final year students can also apply
IIM Calcutta PhD final selection Parameters include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance.