Master in Business Administration Tourism Management (MBA Tourism)
IIM Sirmaur Master of Business Administration Tourism Management is a master’s level programme, leading to the grant of a degree of Master of Business Administration Tourism Management (MBA Tourism). The MBA Tourism Management is a two-year, full time residential programme.
MBA (Tourism Management) aims to enrich the students who are keen to develop their career and knowledge in the Tourism industry. The Programme intends to provide special emphasis on familiarizing students with actual ground level operations, its business strategies and marketing of tourism products and services.
IIM Sirmaur students are trained along desired corporate behavioural patterns, and are willing to engage as team players. The Institute is home to bright and highly motivated students from diverse backgrounds and qualifications selected through a rigorous process. The course curriculum is delivered by qualified in-house faculty members and the visiting corporate and academicians, drawn from varied premier research institutions and organizations.
IIM Sirmaur has MoU with The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, Dubai, United Arab Emirates for educational and academic exchanges; with SDA Bocconi School of Management, Milan, Italy for conduct of three-week international immersion program for MBA students of IIM Sirmaur. In India, IIM Sirmaur has Institutional partnerships with The Institute of Company Secretaries of India; Goethe Institute; Edcil (India); NS Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning at IIM Bangalore; Digital Depositories in NAD (NSDL); Wadhwani Foundation among others
Application process for admission at IIM Sirmaur opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Sirmaur Admission at this stage.
IIM Sirmaur MBA in Tourism Management is a two-year, full time residential programme. Each academic year consists of three trimesters, leading to the granting of a Degree in MBA (Tourism Management). The first year of the program encompasses core courses that provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts of management theories and practices across different functional areas. The first-year coursework is mandatory for all students, followed by a summer internship for a period of six to eight weeks, during which students are required to work on tourism and related projects.
In the second year, students are offered sector specific core and elective courses to specialize in their domains of interest. Students can select their preferred elective courses, provided they fulfil the minimum credit requirements for the Program. Students who successfully fulfil all the requirements of the program are awarded the Degree in MBA (Tourism Management).
The curriculum pedagogy comprises a combination of lectures, flipped classroom sessions, case studies, online resources, fieldwork, project assignments, lab sessions, etc. The sectoral program offers core business knowledge and management skills, including aspects pertaining to Tourism Businesses and Market Disruptions, Entrepreneurship, Destination Planning, Tourism Resources and Product Development, Airlines and Air Transport Management, Policy and Legal Issues, Tourist Behavior, Hospitality Management, Tourism and Travel Operations and Analytics, and various emerging courses that are regularly updated in consultation with industry professionals.
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 Sirmaur MBA Tourism Management and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Sirmaur admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Sirmaur Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Sirmaur website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Sirmaur website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Sirmaur admission.
IIM Sirmaur 2 years full time MBA Tourism Management 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/GMAT exam taken during last 5 years and must score minimum prescribed score to be considered for shortlisting.
If not taken CAT or GMAT, candidates can appear in Admission Test conducted by IIM Sirmaur. Exam date will be notified to the eligible candidate well in advance.
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 program at IIM Sirmaur is through CAT Exam. In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Sirmaur admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for Personal Interview (PI) 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 Sirmaur prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT/GMAT (Last 5 years)/IIM Sirmaur Test
The candidates will be shortlisted based on valid CAT/GMAT/IIM Sirmaur Test score, as the case may be.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for Personal Interview/Interaction at a designated venue/location. Centres for the IIM Sirmaur Test include Kolkata, Bangalore, Delhi, Chandigarh and Paonta Sahib H.P. (Himachal Pradesh)
Announcement of the final selection/merit list under any category/quota shall be strictly in order of inter-se merit on the basis of the composite score arrived at using weightages as per valid CAT/GMAT (last 5 years)/IIM Sirmaur Test score (if conducted), PI score, academic profile, work experience and gender diversity.
A candidate receiving admission offer from IIM Sirmaur shall be required to accept the offer within the specified time and date and shall need to deposit an offer acceptance amount of Rs. 50,000/-
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
IIM Sirmaur Master of Business Administration is the flagship master’s level programme, leading to the grant of a degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA). The Master of Business Administration is a two-year, full time residential programme with wide range of specializations.
IIM Sirmaur has MoU with The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, Dubai, United Arab Emirates for educational and academic exchanges; with SDA Bocconi School of Management, Milan, Italy for conduct of three-week international immersion program for MBA students of IIM Sirmaur. In India, IIM Sirmaur has Institutional partnerships with The Institute of Company Secretaries of India; Goethe Institute; Edcil (India); NS Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning at IIM Bangalore; Digital Depositories in NAD (NSDL); Wadhwani Foundation among others
In line with the vision to become a globally respected institution for management education, IIM Sirmaur in a short span, has been able to carve its niche in the teaching and research arena, benchmarking quality with global standards to achieve its growth targets successfully. All the passed out batches have been placed in the top companies through campus placement. The faculty are publishing high quality research in ABDC category Journals.
IIM Sirmaur students are trained along desired corporate behavioural patterns, and are willing to engage as team players. The Institute is home to bright and highly motivated students from diverse backgrounds and qualifications selected through a rigorous process. The course curriculum is delivered by qualified in-house faculty members and the visiting corporate and academicians, drawn from varied premier research institutions and organizations.
Application process for admission at IIM Sirmaur opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Sirmaur Admission at this stage.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA program at IIM Sirmaur is through CAT Exam and IIM CAP PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Sirmaur is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in IIM CAP PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Sirmaur admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) 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 Sirmaur prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round at common CAT cut offs (94 Percentile last year). CAP is the common PI round for all the CAP participating IIMs.
Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
In addition to the Common Admission Process, IIM Sirmaur will conduct an additional Supernumerary Admission Process (SAP) for candidates especially girl students who meet IIM Sirmaur eligibility criteria at a reduced CAT cut off in shortlisting (80 percentile last year) but do not meet the CAP cut off criteria.
Towards its commitment for promoting gender equity, IIM Sirmaur reserves 50 of the seats for female students. Even though the institute may conduct a separate supernumerary admission interview process to fill these seats reserved for female candidates, the first preference would be given to the qualified female candidates through the CAP process.
After the PI round, IIM Sirmaur will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Sirmaur to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP/SAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, 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
IIM Sirmaur has an invigorating curriculum for MBA programme. IIM Sirmaur MBA is a two-year, full time residential programme. The first year coursework is spread over three terms. It comprises core courses that explain the fundamental concepts of management across the different functional areas. The courses in the first year curriculum are mandatory for all the students. The first year coursework is followed by a summer internship. During the summer internship, students are required to work on an industry project with an organization for a period of eight to ten weeks. The summer placement is an integral part of the Master of Business Administration. The Placement Office assists the students in finding suitable summer assignments.
The second year coursework is spread over the next three terms (Term IV to Term VI). The second year students are offered elective courses across different functional areas such as marketing, finance, economics, strategy, decision sciences, analytics, information technology, organizational behaviour, human resources, operations & supply chain. The students can opt for elective courses based on their preferences, insofar as they fulfil the minimum credit requirements for the programme. The participants who successfully fulfil all the requirements of the programme are awarded the 'MBA Degree'.
The well designed curriculum helps to transform young minds into responsible professionals capable of adapting to the ever changing world. IIM Sirmaur delivers application-oriented future-aware curricula that train the students to develop their natural talents into transferable skills, while being committed to making societies better places to transact honest business. Enriching interactions with the industry leaders through guest lectures and management conclaves add holistic development with academic credibility and develop an in-vogue industrial outlook.
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 Sirmaur MBA and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Sirmaur admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Sirmaur Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Sirmaur as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Sirmaur website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Sirmaur admission.
- IIM Sirmaur 2 years full time 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
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA program at IIM Sirmaur is through CAT Exam and IIM CAP PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Sirmaur is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in IIM CAP PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Sirmaur admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) 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 Sirmaur prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round at common CAT cut offs (94 Percentile last year). CAP is the common PI round for all the CAP participating IIMs.
Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
In addition to the Common Admission Process, IIM Sirmaur will conduct an additional Supernumerary Admission Process (SAP) for candidates especially girl students who meet IIM Sirmaur eligibility criteria at a reduced CAT cut off in shortlisting (80 percentile last year) but do not meet the CAP cut off criteria.
Towards its commitment for promoting gender equity, IIM Sirmaur reserves 50 of the seats for female students. Even though the institute may conduct a separate supernumerary admission interview process to fill these seats reserved for female candidates, the first preference would be given to the qualified female candidates through the CAP process.
After the PI round, IIM Sirmaur will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Sirmaur to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP/SAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, 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
PGDM Insurance Business Management
BIMTECH Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) International Management program is a prestigious two-year, full-time residential programme, approved by AICTE and MHRD, Govt. of India. Course overview of BIMTECH PGDM IB International Business is as follows.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business is aimed for those candidates who are aspiring to thrive in the global economy. BIMTECH PGDM IB program combines core business disciplines with a diverse array of electives, such as Marketing, Finance, Operations, Strategy, IT, and HR. By providing a solid foundation and the option to pursue specialized electives, BIMTECH PGDM IB curriculum is designed to develop versatile business leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of the global business environment.
Salient Features of BIMTECH PGDM International Business Program are:
- Well Designed Course Content: A course content covering topics on general management and topics directly related to the understanding and management of international business has been developed.
- Regular Industry Interface: Eminent persons, experts, senior practicing managers in various fields of international business are invited as guest faculty to deliver lectures as well as participate in panel discussions, seminars etc. on regular basis. Seminars on contemporary issues of international business are also regularly held.
- Research Projects: In majority of subjects there are regular research based projects that the students have to do as assignments. These are considered essential with a view to inculcate the aptitude for research and innovation as well as to put the theoretical knowledge of the participants into practice.
- Foreign Language: In international business, knowledge of foreign language becomes a great competitive tool. Students are provided opportunity to undergo a two trimester foreign language course in languages such as German, French, Chinese etc.
- Port Visit: Visits to sea ports, airports, dry ports and inland container depots are arranged to enable the students to have firsthand knowledge of the customs procedures and formalities, the details of export/import documentation, the procedures for cargo handling, warehousing, loading and shipment etc.
BIMTECH PGDM Insurance Management Admission Process includes meeting the BIMTECH eligibility requirements, filling BIMTECH application form, meeting BIMTECH CAT/XAT/CMAT cut offs, and appearing final selection process. BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Read complete details below:
Meet BIMTECH Eligibility Requirements: You should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
Fill BIMTECH Application Form: BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Apply now. BIMTECH application fees is Rs. 2000.
Take MBA Entrance Exams: Take CAT/XAT/ Take CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ CMAT 2026/ MAT 2025/26 Examinations
Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
BIMTECH final selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT Score as applicable for different programmes, Performance in selection process, past academic performance & work experience.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum has been designed to cover general management topics with a strong emphasis on understanding and managing International Business. The curriculum is regularly updated to align with evolving industry expectations and requirements, ensuring that it remains relevant.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum places emphasis on providing relevant knowledge, with most subjects incorporating research-based projects. Additionally, the program supports professional development through Non-Teaching Credit Courses (NTCC) and skill-based courses, which help build competencies in data analysis and technology usage to tackle modern business challenges.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum also includes field experience at the ports. Students get the opportunity to visit sea ports, dry ports, and inland container depots. These visits are organized both within India and internationally, providing students with first-hand exposure to customs procedures, export/import documentation, cargo handling, warehousing, loading, and shipment processes.
Eminent persons, experts, and senior practicing managers in various fields of IB are invited to deliver lectures and participate in panel discussions, seminars, etc for BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum. To equip students with foreign language skill, they are offered the opportunity to take a two-trimester foreign language course in languages such as German, French etc as an elective.
Experiential learning is a vital aspect of the BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum, providing hands-on experience beyond traditional classroom lectures. Additionally, the program reinforces experiential learning through internships, projects, and specialized modules like “Doing Business with Emerging Markets,” “X-Culture Project,” and “Export Cluster Project.” The dissertation during the fifth and sixth trimesters is also a pivotal component of the program.
Applicants seeking admission to BIMTECH PGDM Insurance Management 2026 must complete an online application process by following these steps:
- Visit BIMTECH Admission Page to access the online application form.
- Fill BIMTECH form with required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2250
- Submit the application online after successful payment
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt and confirmation email for future reference
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduates in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
- Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
- Candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or XAT or CMAT or MAT scores
BIMTECH PGDM Insurance Management admission and selection process 2026 is based on following steps:
Step 1: Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Step 2: Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
Step 3: Entrance Exam Scores: The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/XAT/CMAT) the moment results are out.
BIMTECH offers number of scholarships to meritorious students across its PGDM programmes to motivate students of all courses for continuous improvement in their academic performance. BIMTECH scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from merit category having following percentiles in CAT and XAT tests.
BIMTECH Scholarships - Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship
Scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from the merit category having the following percentiles in CAT/XAT tests only, irrespective of the program they are admitted in.
| CAT/XAT | 95 Percentile & Above | Rs. 3.0 Lakhs |
|---|---|---|
| CAT/XAT | 90-94.99 | Rs. 2.0 Lakhs |
| CAT/XAT | 85-89.99 | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs |
Pujya Sh. G.D. Birla Academic Merit Scholarship Scheme
BIMTECH also provides Academic Merit Scholarships to meritorious students based on their academic performance during the program.
PGDM Retail Management
BIMTECH Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Retail Management is a prestigious industry oriented two-year, full-time residential programme, approved by AICTE and MHRD, Govt. of India. Course overview of BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management is as follows.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management was launched in 2002 to develop a pool of competent professionals to meet the growing demands of retail sector. The program offers comprehensive coverage of retail-specific subjects alongside core management disciplines such as Marketing, Finance, Economics, Organizational Behaviour, and Quantitative Techniques.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management program stresses on experiential learning, a participatory and problem-solving approach. The curriculum integrates academic depth with real-world exposure through On-the-Job Training (OJT), Summer Internships, Case Studies, Live Projects, Retail Simulations, and Alumni Mentorship Programs.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management program also addresses emerging trends in retail, including Quick Commerce (Q-Commerce), Omni-channel, Retail Analytics, and a special focus on Visual Merchandising.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management includes meeting the BIMTECH eligibility requirements, filling BIMTECH application form, meeting BIMTECH CAT/XAT/CMAT cut offs, and appearing final selection process. BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Read complete details below:
Meet BIMTECH Eligibility Requirements: You should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
Fill BIMTECH Application Form: BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Apply now. BIMTECH application fees is Rs. 2000.
Take MBA Entrance Exams: Take CAT/XAT/ Take CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ CMAT 2026/ MAT 2025/26 Examinations
Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
BIMTECH final selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT Score as applicable for different programmes, Performance in selection process, past academic performance & work experience.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management curriculum is designed to offer comprehensive coverage of retail-specific subjects alongside core management disciplines such as Marketing, Finance, Economics, Organizational Behaviour, and Quantitative Techniques.
The first year of BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management curriculum focuses on establishing a strong foundation in general business management principles, along with an introduction to the fundamentals of the retail industry. The second year of the program emphasizes on advanced classroom learning integrated with practical exposure to key retail domains such as Mall Management, Buying and Merchandising, Category Management, Retail Analytics, Quick Commerce, and Retail Simulation, among others.
Applicants seeking admission to BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management must complete an online application process by following these steps:
- Visit BIMTECH Admission Page to access the online application form.
- Fill BIMTECH form with required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2250
- Submit the application online after successful payment
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt and confirmation email for future reference
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduates in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
- Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
- Candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or XAT or CMAT or MAT scores
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management admission and selection process 2026 is based on following steps:
Step 1: Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Step 2: Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
Step 3: Entrance Exam Scores: The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/XAT/CMAT) the moment results are out.
BIMTECH offers number of scholarships to meritorious students across its PGDM programmes to motivate students of all courses for continuous improvement in their academic performance. BIMTECH scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from merit category having following percentiles in CAT and XAT tests.
BIMTECH Scholarships - Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship
Scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from the merit category having the following percentiles in CAT/XAT tests only, irrespective of the program they are admitted in.
| CAT/XAT | 95 Percentile & Above | Rs. 3.0 Lakhs |
|---|---|---|
| CAT/XAT | 90-94.99 | Rs. 2.0 Lakhs |
| CAT/XAT | 85-89.99 | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs |
Pujya Sh. G.D. Birla Academic Merit Scholarship Scheme
BIMTECH also provides Academic Merit Scholarships to meritorious students based on their academic performance during the program.
PGDM Marketing
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The Post Graduate Diploma Program in Management Marketing 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 Marketing 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 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 Marketing programme, IMT Hyderabad offers specialization in Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Retail Management among others.
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.
PGDM International Business
BIMTECH Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) International Management program is a prestigious two-year, full-time residential programme, approved by AICTE and MHRD, Govt. of India. Course overview of BIMTECH PGDM IB International Business is as follows.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business is aimed for those candidates who are aspiring to thrive in the global economy. BIMTECH PGDM IB program combines core business disciplines with a diverse array of electives, such as Marketing, Finance, Operations, Strategy, IT, and HR. By providing a solid foundation and the option to pursue specialized electives, BIMTECH PGDM IB curriculum is designed to develop versatile business leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of the global business environment.
Salient Features of BIMTECH PGDM International Business Program are:
- Well Designed Course Content: A course content covering topics on general management and topics directly related to the understanding and management of international business has been developed.
- Regular Industry Interface: Eminent persons, experts, senior practicing managers in various fields of international business are invited as guest faculty to deliver lectures as well as participate in panel discussions, seminars etc. on regular basis. Seminars on contemporary issues of international business are also regularly held.
- Research Projects: In majority of subjects there are regular research based projects that the students have to do as assignments. These are considered essential with a view to inculcate the aptitude for research and innovation as well as to put the theoretical knowledge of the participants into practice.
- Foreign Language: In international business, knowledge of foreign language becomes a great competitive tool. Students are provided opportunity to undergo a two trimester foreign language course in languages such as German, French, Chinese etc.
- Port Visit: Visits to sea ports, airports, dry ports and inland container depots are arranged to enable the students to have firsthand knowl edge of the customs procedures and formalities, the details of export/import documentation, the procedures for cargo handling, warehousing, loading and shipment etc.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business Admission Process includes meeting the BIMTECH eligibility requirements, filling BIMTECH application form, meeting BIMTECH CAT/XAT/CMAT cut offs, and appearing final selection process. BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Read complete details below:
Meet BIMTECH Eligibility Requirements: You should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
Fill BIMTECH Application Form: BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Apply now. BIMTECH application fees is Rs. 2000.
Take MBA Entrance Exams: Take CAT/XAT/ Take CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ CMAT 2026/ MAT 2025/26 Examinations
Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
BIMTECH final selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT Score as applicable for different programmes, Performance in selection process, past academic performance & work experience.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum has been designed to cover general management topics with a strong emphasis on understanding and managing International Business. The curriculum is regularly updated to align with evolving industry expectations and requirements, ensuring that it remains relevant.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum places emphasis on providing relevant knowledge, with most subjects incorporating research-based projects. Additionally, the program supports professional development through Non-Teaching Credit Courses (NTCC) and skill-based courses, which help build competencies in data analysis and technology usage to tackle modern business challenges.
BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum also includes field experience at the ports. Students get the opportunity to visit sea ports, dry ports, and inland container depots. These visits are organized both within India and internationally, providing students with first-hand exposure to customs procedures, export/import documentation, cargo handling, warehousing, loading, and shipment processes.
Eminent persons, experts, and senior practicing managers in various fields of IB are invited to deliver lectures and participate in panel discussions, seminars, etc for BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum. To equip students with foreign language skill, they are offered the opportunity to take a two-trimester foreign language course in languages such as German, French etc as an elective.
Experiential learning is a vital aspect of the BIMTECH PGDM International Business curriculum, providing hands-on experience beyond traditional classroom lectures. Additionally, the program reinforces experiential learning through internships, projects, and specialized modules like “Doing Business with Emerging Markets,” “X-Culture Project,” and “Export Cluster Project.” The dissertation during the fifth and sixth trimesters is also a pivotal component of the program.
Applicants seeking admission to BIMTECH PGDM International Business 2026 must complete an online application process by following these steps:
- Visit BIMTECH Admission Page to access the online application form.
- Fill BIMTECH form with required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2250
- Submit the application online after successful payment
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt and confirmation email for future reference
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduates in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
- Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
- Candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or XAT or CMAT or MAT scores
BIMTECH PGDM International Business admission and selection process 2026 is based on following steps:
Step 1: Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Step 2: Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
Step 3: Entrance Exam Scores: The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/XAT/CMAT) the moment results are out.
BIMTECH offers number of scholarships to meritorious students across its PGDM programmes to motivate students of all courses for continuous improvement in their academic performance. BIMTECH scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from merit category having following percentiles in CAT and XAT tests.
BIMTECH Scholarships - Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship
Scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from the merit category having the following percentiles in CAT/XAT tests only, irrespective of the program they are admitted in.
| CAT/XAT | 95 Percentile & Above | Rs. 3.0 Lakhs |
|---|---|---|
| CAT/XAT | 90-94.99 | Rs. 2.0 Lakhs |
| CAT/XAT | 85-89.99 | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs |
Pujya Sh. G.D. Birla Academic Merit Scholarship Scheme
BIMTECH also provides Academic Merit Scholarships to meritorious students based on their academic performance during the program.
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.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
BIMTECH Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is a two-year, full-time residential programme, approved by AICTE and MHRD, Govt. of India. BIMTECH Greater Noida PGDM programme is divided into six trimesters. BIMTECH PGDM includes all key areas of specialization, offering a wide selection of electives across various management functions.
BIMTECH PGDM is a two-year, full-time residential programme that is deemed as equivalent to an MBA. This is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and accredited by National Board of Accreditation (NBA). BIMTECH PGDM program is flagship program of BIMTECH and was started in 1994. The rigorous nature of the programme equips the participants with necessary hard and soft skills to excel in the leadership role across industries.
Salient Features of BIMTECH PGDM Program are:
- Career Development Workshops: A series of workshops aimed at skill enhancement and value addition, preparing students for successful careers.
- Industry Visits: Opportunities to visit leading companies and gain insights into real-world business operations.
Guest Lectures: Sessions with industry experts and thought leaders to provide current industry perspectives and knowledge. - Industry Study Tour: A comprehensive tour that offers exposure to various industries, enhancing understanding of business environments and practices.
- Skill Development Focus: The PGDM program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Through a combination of rigorous coursework, practical experiences, and additional program features, BIMTECH curriculum equips students to become effective and responsible leaders in the business world.
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Process includes meeting the BIMTECH eligibility requirements, filling BIMTECH application form, meeting BIMTECH CAT/XAT/CMAT cut offs, and appearing final selection process. BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Read complete details below:
Meet BIMTECH Eligibility Requirements: You should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
Fill BIMTECH Application Form: BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Apply now. BIMTECH application fees is Rs. 2000.
Take MBA Entrance Exams: Take CAT/XAT/ Take CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ CMAT 2026/ MAT 2025/26 Examinations
Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
BIMTECH final selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT Score as applicable for different programmes, Performance in selection process, past academic performance & work experience.
BIMTECH PGDM curriculum includes courses for foundational business concepts and core courses in essential management areas. Experiential learning is a critical component of the BIMTECH PGDM program curriculum, offering hands-on experience through internships and projects. Students undertake a Summer Internship Project (SIP) from May to June as part of BIMTECH Curriculum.
BIMTECH PGDM curriculum ensures professional development through other courses like Non-Teaching Credit Courses (NTCC) and skill-based courses that develop competencies in relevant areas for meeting modern business challenges. These components collectively help students understand current business challenges and equip them with updated technologies and advanced pedagogy to meet global business demands effectively.
In the first two trimesters of BIMTECH curriculum, students receive extensive learning in core courses. From the third to the sixth trimester, students complete a mix of core and elective courses according to their interests. Additionally, a dissertation is a key component of the fifth and sixth trimesters. Over the two-year programme, BIMTECH students engage in over 1,000 hours of contact teaching, accompanied by extra and co-curricular activities, including special guest lectures.
Rich content from Harvard Business Publishing, Capstone and Markstrat are part of BIMTECH curriculum. PGDM also provides opportunity for various industry certifications.
Applicants seeking admission to BIMTECH PGDM 2026 must complete an online application process by following these steps:
- Visit BIMTECH Admission Page to access the online application form.
- Fill BIMTECH form with required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2250
- Submit the application online after successful payment
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt and confirmation email for future reference
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduates in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
- Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
- Candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs or XAT conducted by XLRI, or should have a valid GMAT score, Or CMAT score
BIMTECH admission and selection process 2026 will be completed based on following steps:
Step 1: Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Step 2: Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
Step 3: Entrance Exam Scores: The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/XAT/CMAT) the moment results are out.
BIMTECH offers number of scholarships to meritorious students across its PGDM programmes to motivate students of all courses for continuous improvement in their academic performance. BIMTECH scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from merit category having following percentiles in CAT/XAT/GMAT tests.
BIMTECH Scholarships - Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship
Scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from the merit category having the following percentiles in CAT/XAT tests only, irrespective of the program they are admitted in.
| CAT/XAT | 95 Percentile & Above | Rs. 3.0 Lakhs |
|---|---|---|
| CAT/XAT | 90-94.99 | Rs. 2.0 Lakhs |
| CAT/XAT | 85-89.99 | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs |
Pujya Sh. G.D. Birla Academic Merit Scholarship Scheme
BIMTECH also provides Academic Merit Scholarships to meritorious students based on their academic performance during the program.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
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The two year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) at Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon is designed for young leaders with less than 3 years of work experience. The program has a clear focus on emerging economies and their growth. An AICTE approved program, the PGDM has been designed by the Great Lakes Academic Advisory Council, which comprises the best in the world of management academia streamlined with inputs from the institute’s illustrious Business Advisory Council, to keep it in sync with the needs of an ever changing market place.
Great Lakes has been conferred Dr. Radhakrishnan Institutional Excellence Award for Leading B-School with New Age Education; it was awarded 2nd place for Cutting Edge Curriculum in Industry Academia Conference. Great Lakes Gurgaon was Awarded for Attracting & Retaining Quality Faculty in Indian Management Conclave. It has been awarded as the 1st Indian B-School to launch specializations in Analytics (2013) and AI & Machine Learning (2018).
Great Lakes Gurgaon PGDM Admission is a two step process involving the Shortlisting criteria and the Final admission selection Criteria. After submission of application for the PGDM program as per the eligibility criteria, the candidate has to go through the following admission process:
Shortlisting: Great Lakes will shortlist the candidates on the basis of following parameters:
- Great Lakes Institute of Management will consider aggregate scores and not the sectional scores of the applicants in the acceptable entrance exams for shortlisting
- In case more than one exam is taken by the applicant, Great Lakes will short-list the candidates for the interview based on the best available test scores in CAT/XAT/ CMAT/GMAT
- Academic profile also plays an important role in shortlisting. Candidates with consistent academic background and a demonstrated ability to sustain pressure will make the shortlist.
Great Lakes Final Selection Criteria:
- Post short-listing on the basis of available scores, applicants will be called for the final selection round (PI Round) at the designated centres
- The aptitude test scores are important at the interview shortlisting stage but have limited weightage as far as the final selection is concerned.
- Performance in Personal Interview (PI) will be awarded high weightage in final selection criteria.
- Evaluation Criteria in Great Lakes Final Selection will also involve the quality of work experience, professional and personal achievements, demonstrated leadership and team skills, aptitude and attitude.
- Excellent Academic Scores will be awarded due weightage in final selection round at Great lakes.
- Candidates who have exhibited leadership skills at work and/or in school/college will be awarded due weightage in the final selection round of Great Lakes.
- Integrity and Ethical Values including originality play important role in final selection criteria at Great Lakes. Candidates found lacking these qualities will not be selected irrespective of their performance in other areas.
- Final Admission offer for PGDM at Great Lakes will be based on GMAT/CAT/ XAT/ CMAT scores, past academic performance, essay writing test, work experience and performance in the interview
The PGDM curriculum at Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon focuses on developing management skills and business acumen though an extensive case-study based pedagogy simulating real-life decision-making. Apart from developing a strong appreciation of functional areas like Finance, Marketing, Operations, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior and Strategy, the program also focuses on developing soft skills, emotional intelligence and leadership potential. The students can opt for functional specializations in Finance, Marketing, Operations and Analytics. Students can opt for a Major and a Minor in two functions, or a Double-Major in them, or even a General Management specialization with a mix of subjects from each function.
Great Lakes develops its course curricula in consultation with industry, ensuring that whatever is being taught is not outdated, but rather completely in sync with industry needs. Great Lakes Chennai uses a variety of experiential formats including simulations, live projects, empirical studies, and live trading to stimulate problem-solving and integrative thinking skills. The B-school is agile and willing to adapt its curriculum to market needs faster than any other business school.
Great Lakes PGDM offers emerging economy centric curriculum which is delivered by the best faculty and industry leaders from across the globe. Besides, Great Lakes offers optional semester abroad program [SAP] for the PGDM students and Short term international immersions. The students are encouraged with Entrepreneurial Incubation. Chinese (Mandarin) Language is taught as a mandatory course and Karma Yoga - A Leadership Experiential Program is also taught in PGDM. The students have to go for empirical study under Great Lakes Research Centre. A rigorous 12 week summer internship after first year is compulsory. It involves rigorous hands on, on-site industry exposure. If empirical study takes on a theoretical flavor in terms of problem analysis, the summer internship takes on a hands-on applications flavor.
Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon offers facility to use a single common online application form to apply for PGPM and PGDM programs offered at both the Chennai and Gurgaon campuses. The form is made available at Great Lakes website for its both campuses. The application fee is Rs.2000/-. You need to make Great Lakes Online MBA Fees payment of the application fees.
Great Lakes Gurgaon PGDM Eligibility criteria have following key parameters:
- All PGDM applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution with 60% marks in class 10/12 and graduation
- 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 Great Lakes Admission for PGDM
- Only Fresh Graduates and candidates with less than 36 months of work experience after graduation are eligible to apply. Candidates with greater than 36 months of work- experience should apply for the Great lakes one year PGPM program.
- Internship or part time work experience is not considered. Only full time work experience is considered. However, full time work experience as an entrepreneur or in family business will be taken into account.
- All PGDM applicants are required to appear for GMAT/CAT/XAT /CMAT before applying to Great Lakes Institute of Management.
For PGDM 2025 admission, Great Lakes Institute of Management will accept CAT scores of years 2023/ 2024 or XAT scores of years 2024/ 2025 or GMAT scores taken after Jan 1, 2023 or CMAT scores of the year 2024/ 2025. - Great Lakes awards a special preference for College / University rank holders. The onus of proof of rank is vested in the applicant.
Final Selection offer for PGDM at Great Lakes Gurgaon will be based on GMAT/CAT/ XAT/ CMAT scores, past academic performance, essay writing test, work experience and performance in the interview.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
IMI Bhubaneswar Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) 2026: Curriculum, Specializations, ROI, Admission
IMI Bhubaneswar is regarded amongst the best MBA colleges in India. IMI Bhubaneswar Placement 2025 average salary is Rs 12.74 LPA. IMI Bhubaneswar admission 2026 is open. Apply Now. Read more details about IMI Bhubaneswar PGDM 2026 including curriculum, specializations, ROI, admission process and other related details.
IMI Bhubaneswar’s two-year PGDM programme is meant to give aspiring managers the tools they need in a variety of functional management areas to manage firms effectively. The programme’s design seeks to help students gain fundamental managerial skills for use in both Indian and international contexts. Check IMI PGDM program curriculum and other highlights
The 2-year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (AICTE approved) is designed to prepare students for careers in industry, across functional areas. The programme equips students with strong conceptual skills to manage businesses in an integrated manner.
The emphasis is on developing a holistic manager with a vision to take on the challenges of the future.
IMI Bhubaneswar PGDM Objectives
- To build awareness about the socio-economic environment, both domestic and international, and its implications for businesses
- To hone analytical and problem-solving skills using modern-day managerial tools to enhance decision-making capabilities
- To impart state-of-the-art skills and knowledge in functional areas of management with the objective of preparing students for cross-functional roles in industry
- To integrate strong values and a positive attitude in students to be receptive to societal concerns and ethical conduct
Why IMI Bhubaneswar
- India’s first industry-sponsored B-School
- 100 % Placement Since Inception
- Distinguished Alumni
- AICTE granted Graded Autonomy
- Focus on quality research
- Centre of Excellence for Innovation and Management with Grant Thornton Bharat LLP Contemporary Curriculum
IMI Bhubaneswar admission 2026 process is open. Read more details below.
IMI Bhubaneswar is regarded amongst the best MBA colleges in India, and is ranked #94 by NIRF Rankings 2025. IMI Bhubaneswar Placement 2025 average salary is Rs 12.74 LPA. IMI Bhubaneswar admission 2026 is open. IMI Bhubaneswar last date to apply 2026 is February 28, 2026 Apply Now.
Eligibility criteria
50% marks or equivalent CGPA in graduation from any AIU approved academic institution. Those graduating in 2026 may also apply.
Education background
To be eligible for admission to the PGDM Programme, the participants must possess a bachelor’s equivalent degree, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline, from a recognised university in India or abroad (recognised by the UGC / Association of Indian Universities). However, the final selection may be based on a higher cut-off percentage depending on the total number of applicants for the programme. 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 under the 10+2 system or equivalent. Candidates appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree or equivalent are also eligible, provided they furnish proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria by September 30, 2026. Candidates who are unable to comply with this requirement are liable to be rejected from the programme. It is desirable that candidates complete all academic requirements before enrolling for the programme to help them keep pace with the rigour and assessment parameters of the programme.
Participant profile
Participants in the PGDM programme may be fresh graduates and/or those with relevant work experience from any discipline, including Engineering, Humanities, Commerce, Economics, Medicine, or any other field of education.
IMI Bhubaneswar Curriculum for the PGDM Programme is spread over six trimesters, each trimester being 11–12 weeks. The first three trimesters are essentially devoted to foundation courses across core areas of management. Based on the feedback of all the stakeholders, these courses are aimed at providing the student a conceptual understanding of the functional areas such as:
- Basic areas, e.g., Economics and Organizational Behavior
- Techniques, e.g., Statistics and Research Methods
- Functional areas, e.g., Marketing and Finance
- Integrative areas, e.g., Strategy and International Business
- Technology, e.g., Management Information Systems
- Emerging areas, e.g., Business Analytics and Social Media Analytics
IMI Bhubaneswar Curriculum: Core Courses
- Business Analytics
- Business Communication Skills I & II
- Business Mathematics
- Business Statistics
- Cost & Management Accounting
- Corporate Ethics
- Governance & Business Ethics
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Financial Accounting & Analysis
- Financial Management I & II
- Human Resource Management
- Information Technology for Decision Making
- Individual Dynamics
- International Business
- Legal Aspects in Business
- Management Information Systems
- Managerial Economics
- Marketing Management & Policy
- Macro Economics & Policy
- Organizational Design & Theory
- Operations Management I & II
- Research Methods for Management
- Strategic Management I & II
- Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice
IMI Bhubaneswar Application Form 2026 Filling Steps
- Application form is available on this link. Apply Now
- Users should create a new account while applying online. The login details will be used for filling the admission form and for checking the status of the application later. After logging in successfully, the admission form will be displayed.
- Applicant should complete the online application form and submit it along with non-refundable application processing fee.
- Incomplete forms are liable to be rejected.
- IMI Bhubaneswar Admission 2026 Fees is Rs 14.94 Lakhs
- Please note that after submitting the final application along with payment of application fee, the candidate cannot edit or make any changes in the given information
Education Requirements: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.
Work Experience: NA
Exam Accepted: CAT, XAT, CMAT
Others Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
To be eligible for admission to the PGDM Programme, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) for admission to postgraduate programmes. The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification must involve a minimum of three years of education after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2 system or equivalent).
Selection to the programme is based on the IMI Selection Index score, which is calculated using multiple parameters including past academic performance in Class 10, Class 12, and graduation; CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT scores; written test; essay writing; group discussion; extempore; and personal interview. Appropriate weightage is also given to relevant work experience of the applicants.
IMI Bhubaneswar Selection Process 2026 is as below.
IMI Bhubaneswar PGDM Selection Process
Candidates who apply online for admission into PGDM will be shortlisted on the basis of Entrance Score (CAT/XAT/CMAT or GMAT score)
Academic Record
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the final stage of the selection process – the Individual Assessment Individual Assessment Process (Personal Interview) will be held in January/ February 2026(tentative). Past academic records, performance in the individual assessment process along with other qualitative parameters, like quality of work experience and extra-curricular activities constitute the core components of the selection process. The IMI Bhubaneswar Admissions Committee reserves the right to modify these components while communicating these to the applicants at the Individual Assessment stage. The overall objective will be to identify and assess the candidate’s potential for a managerial career.
Personal Interview
The last stage of the procedure is the Personal Interview round in which students are evaluated based on their knowledge of current events, oral communication skills, domain knowledge of their degree, and work experience (if any). This is an extensive session with a panel that includes representatives of the faculty, business houses, and alumni. Students are also assigned a topic for the extempore round, which assesses their ability to think on their feet.
Applicants should note that mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility criteria may not ensure consideration for shortlisting by IMI Bhubaneswar. IMI Bhubaneswar will not entertain any correspondence on this subject and decisions of the IMI Bhubaneswar Admissions Committee will be final in all matters.
IMI Bhubaneswar offers Institute based Merit Scholarships and other scholarships to students to support them to pursue the management program with reduced financial burden. IMI Bhubaneswar scholarships are offered to meritorious and needy students. IMI Bhubaneswar has the provision for awarding the following scholarship and rewards to the deserving performers. Merit scholarships are awarded for outstanding cumulative academic performance. Summer internship scholarship is awarded to emphasize the seriousness of summer internships and encourage the students to put in their maximum effort.