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Indian Institute Of Managements (IIMs) are the premier management institutes in India. With their practical approach, modern facilities and well-qualified experienced faculties, IIMs provide quality management education in India that can be compared with the best business schools of the world.

    Courses Offered in various IIMs
  1. IIM Ahmedabad (IIM A)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post-Graduate Diploma In Management(PGDM Full Time)
    • The Post-Graduate Diploma in Management is among the oldest, largest and most prestigious of the Institute's teaching programmes. Ranked the best programme in the continent, and among the best in the Asia-Pacific Region, the programme emphasizes innovative problem solving, shared perspectives, applied management philosophy, and group work.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM A PGDM page

    • Post Graduate Programme in Agri-Business Management (PGP-ABM Full Time)
    • The Post Graduate Programme in Agri-Business Management (PGP-ABM), equivalent to MBA, is a unique programme specially designed to enhance the quality of management in the food and agribusiness sector, and help this sector meet the challenges of the evolving market place. Agriculture accounts for about 25 per cent of India's gross domestic product (GDP) and for over 60% of employment. The growth of this sector, therefore, is crucial to the development of Indian economy.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM A PGP-ABM page

    • Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
    • The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is the doctoral programme of the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. The objective of the programme is to provide students with necessary skills to identify and research complex issues in the field of management. FPM seeks candidates with outstanding academic backgrounds, intellectual curiosity and discipline needed to make scholarly contribution.

      Download the IIM A FPM brochure here

      More information is available at IIM A FPM page

    • Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (PGPX)
    • The one year Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (PGPX) is aimed at experienced executives who wish to acquire formal training in management. It has a general management focus, with an emphasis on managing across borders and cultures. It has an international immersion component besides teaching content drawn from many countries. The goal is to prepare participants to be ready to take leadership positions in the firms that they join.

      Eligibility And Selection : Executives who have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline and are 27 or above at the start of the programme may apply. Corporate sponsorship is welcome but not essential. Students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes GMAT, leadership profiling and personal interviews.

      Fee:The approximate fee for PGPX IV (2009-10) is INR 19.5 lakhs for a single student.

      More information is available at IIM A PGPX page

      Download the IIMA-PGPX brochure here

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM A Website

  2. IIM Bangalore (IIM B)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post Graduate Programme In Management(PGP Full Time)
    • The two-year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is the flagship programme of the Institute. It is designed to enable students to acquire the skills and capabilities that will enable them to reach responsible Global positions in management.The number of applicants admitted to this programme is limited to around 240. the Programme revolves around the principle that world-class business leaders are not mass-produced; they are nurtured and developed with personalised care and attention, in small work groups and teams, and in a practical, application-oriented and user-friendly environment.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM B PGP page

    • Post-Graduate Program in Software Enterprise Management (PGSEM Part Time)
    • The Post-Graduate Program in Software Enterprise Management leading to a Post-Graduate Diploma in Software Enterprise Management is an executive general management education program designed for the specific needs of professionals working in the software and information technology industry in India . As part of its drive to foster Excellence through Partnerships, IIMB launched the PGSEM in the year 1998 at its Bangalore campus. With more than ten years of experience running and fine-tuning the program to cater to the changing needs of the industry, the program is now available simultaneously to participants at Bangalore. The curriculum is continuously reviewed and updated based on a thorough review of the program and the changing demands of the industry.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT/GMAT/Separate Test by IIMB for PGSEM

      More information is available at IIM B PGSEM

    • Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy & Management (PGPPM)
    • The two-year Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy and Management (PGPPM) of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has entered its seventh year. Catalyzed by the Government of India and UNDP in the year 2002, the PGPPM was conceived as a pioneering programme in public policy designed by India's leading business school.The programme presents an innovative and socially relevant approach to public policy, besides being power packed with path breaking insights about winning policy making and management strategies.

      Eligibility Criteria : For officers of the All India Services and Central Services,Length of Service, the officer should have put in at least 7 years of Group 'A' service, and should not be more than 50 years on the date of commencement of the programme (i.e.1-6-2009 this year). For other participants , A bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline with at least 7 years of professional experience, and proven proficiency in English. Applicants should not be over 50 years of age as on the date of commencement of the programme (i.e.1-6-2009). GMAT/GRE scores will be considered for selection. Candidates not having GMAT/GRE scores may also apply by appearing for tests/evaluation.Cost of the Programme (including tuition fee and lodging expense) is Rs 9.75 lakhs. This does not include living expense and travel costs connected to dissertation related work in year 2.

      More information is available at IIM B PGPPM page

    • Executive Post Graduate Programme (E-PGP)
    • The Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (E-PGP) is an intensive one year program designed to enhance skills and capabilities essential for responsible positions at senior management levels. Designed for professionals with substantial work experience, the key attribute of this program is its focus on emerging economies.The selection process is designed to ensure significant diversity in academic, business and cultural background. During the course of this program, interaction with your peers and faculty will augment many skills.

      More information is available at IIM B E-PGP page

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM B Website

  3. IIM Kolkata (IIM C)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
    • This full-time two year residential programme trains students to become excellent general managers and high-level-decision-makers with broad strategic vision. It views management as an integrated process and helps students to develop a global view and respond effectively to changes in the economic, technological, cultural and political environments. Students also acquire specific skills in such areas as accounting, finance, marketing, operations, and management.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM C PGDM page

    • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Aided Management (PGDCM)
    • The objective of the PGDCM Programme is to create business professionals who would know how to apply ICT (Information and Communication Technology) in making a difference in business and economy. The programme is an outcome of the felt need for weaving a general management programme around ICT to develop a business curriculum that would train managers for an increasingly global and information rich future.

      More information is available at IIM C PGDCM page

    • Post Graduate Programme For Executives (PGPEX)
    • This is a one year, full time post graduate programme for working executives.

      Admission:The selection process is through GMAT, personal interview, scrutiny of SOP, and recommendation letters etc. The fees is around 14 Lakhs for the whole programme.

      Eligibility: Candidates with graduate degree or equivalent from a recognized university with a valid GMAT score,taken within last 36 months can apply. Also a minimum of 5 years of work experience is required.

      Download the PGPEX brochure here, for more information.

      More information is available at IIM C PGPEX page

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM C Website

  4. IIM Kozhikode (IIM K)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post-Graduate Programme (PGP Full Time)
    • The Post-graduate Programme in Management is a flagship educational programme preparing the young graduates for senior level positions in industry and other sections. The programme is of two years duration. The programme lays great emphasis on knowledge assimilation than only imparting it. Towards this it uses a wide variety of pedagogies: lectures, case studies, exercises, role-plays, simulation, video shows etc.In the first year, the students undergo 58 credit foundation courses in various functional areas, followed by 8-10 weeks of summer training in business and industrial organisations. The second year comprises two foundation courses of 3 minimum of 45 credit elective courses.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM K PGP page

    • Management Development Programme (MDP)
    • Management Development Programme is targetted at developing the managerial skills of people from various sectors of the industry. The duration of each course ranges from a week to a fortnight. They are held throughout the year. Contact IIMI for more information.

    • Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
    • IIM Kozhikode, a leading Post Graduate institution of excellence in management research, education, training and development in the Asia-Pacific region has started its Doctoral Programme, Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) in the year 2007-08.

      Eligibility: Post-Graduate degree or equivalent in any discipline (including M.A, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MCA, M.Tech) with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA, OR ,Professional qualifications of CA, ICWA and CS with at least 50% marks or equivalent, OR, Professional qualifications such as MBBS and LLB with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA, OR , Engineering degrees, viz., B.Tech and BE, with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.

      More information is available at IIM K FPM page

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM K Website

  5. IIM Lucknow (IIM L)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post-Graduate Programme in Management (PGP Full Time)
    • PGP in Management : This program is a two year, full time, residential program. The students meeting the program requirements are awarded the Post Graduate Diploma in Management. The PGP continually challenges the students to be prepared for tomorrow. Courses are redesigned every year with feedback from the industry.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM L PGP page

    • Post-Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (Full Time)
    • The two-year Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management is a full -time residential course designed with the specific objective of developing agribusiness leaders, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs with a vision, competence and appropriate attitude for promoting/ growing agribusiness and agro-based enterprises with a strong international orientation.

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM L PGP Agri Business page

    • PGP in Business Management for working managers (WMP)
    • Post-Graduate Programme in Business Management for Working Managers (WMP) is a uniquely designed three year programme for working executives, entrepreneurs and professionals who have a desire to enhance their knowledge and skills in a formal setting while continuing to be engaged in their ongoing professions/businesses.The programme is structured to meet learning aspirations of enthusiastic and bright executives, and will inculcate in them strong conceptual fundamentals and skills required to manage businesses of the future. The WMP will prepare them for taking higher management responsibilities and enhance their ability to take leadership soles .

      More information is available at IIM L WMP Page

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM L Website

  6. IIM Indore (IIM I)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post-Graduate Programme (PGP Full Time)
    • The Post Graduate Programme (PGP) is a two year programme which offers, on its successful completion, a "Post Graduate Diploma in Management".

      Eligibility and Selection : Through CAT

      More information is available at IIM I PGP page

    • Management Development Programme (MDP)
    • Management Development Programme is targetted at developing the managerial skills of people from various sectors of the industry. The duration of each course ranges from a week to a fortnight. They are held throughout the year. Contact IIMI for more information.

      More information is available at IIM I MDP page

    • Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
    • Fellow Programme in Management is a four-five years programme .It is designed to provide both breadth and depth of knowledge to doctoral candidates in management. The prime objective of the programme centers on creating competence in teaching and research in management education, and practice.

      Admission: While candidates are encouraged to submit test scores from Common Admission Test (CAT) of IIMs or GMAT / GRE / GATE or UGC / CSIR - JRF (Research), candidates without any test scores may also apply. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview (including a written component testing research aptitude) at Indore. Selection will be based on test scores from CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF (wherever applicable), performance in the interview, and other criteria.

      More information is available at IIM I FPM page

    • Executive Post-Graduate Programme (Exec-PGP)
    • Exec-PGP is an 18-month programme, designed for working executives.

      Eligibility: A Bachelor's Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA [45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST) or Persons with Disability (PWD) category], of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India. The Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent. In case the university/institution does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by the IIMs by dividing obtained CGPA with the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the resultant with 100. The candidate should also have a minimum of 5 years of managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience as on August 31, 2008 (for course starting in 2008). Work experience obtained only after graduation will be considered. Organizational sponsorship is optional.

      Selection:The selection would be based on performance in CAT/GMAT, personal interview, candidate's academic record, scholastic achievements, and relevant work experience after graduation.

      More information is available at IIM I Exec PGP page

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM I Website

  7. IIM Shillong (IIM S)
    • Courses Offered :
    • Post-Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM Full Time)
    • The Institute offers the Post-Graduate Programme in Management [PGP], a two-year full time residential programme for graduate students from all disciplines who aspire to choose a career in management.The tuition fee for first-year of the two-year residential PG Programme is 1,90,000 INR. The fees do not include boarding & lodging charges. On successful completion of the programme, participants will be awarded "Post-Graduate Diploma in Management".

    • Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
    • The Institute would soon announce its invitation for the Fellow Programme

    For information on other courses offered and other details visit the IIM S Website

Placements at IIMs
Placements

The one thing you need not worry about after getting into IIM is placement. All top notch companies from all over the globe visit IIMs to recruit the best minds. Needless to say the average and highest salary is one of the best. Also many people passing out in recent years from IIMs have not taken up any offer and have turned enterpreneurs instead.

IIMs >> Rankings
All the IIMs are amongst the top 10 institutes in the country.
How to Apply

CAT is the common test for applying to most of the programmes in these institutes.

Eligibility See this PDF for a details on eligibility for CAT 2008.

See the official CAT 2008 bulletin for details.

Test Centers:Ahmedabad,Bangalore,Bhopal,Bhubaneswar,Chandigarh,Chennai, Coimbatore,Delhi, Gurgaon,Guwahati,Hyderabad,Indore,Jaipur,Jamshedpur, Kolkata,Kozhikode,Lucknow, Mumbai,Nagpur,Noida,Patna, Pune,Varanasi

Visit official CAT website for all the details.

    Important Dates (For 2008)
  • Sale of Forms in Axis Bank: 14-July-2008 to 08-Aug-2008
  • Sale of Forms at IIMs : 14-July-2008 to 13-Aug-2008
  • Submission of Forms: Last Date: 05-Sept-2008
  • CAT Admission Test: Sunday, 16-Nov-2008

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