Applications Invited for MBA for Executives Programme 2020-2021

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About the Organization:

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) was established as the first national institute for Post-Graduate studies and Research in Management by the Government of India in November 1961. The vision of the Institute is to emerge as an International Centre of Excellence in all facets of Management Education, rooted in Indian ethos and societal values. Over the past four decades, IIM Calcutta has blossomed into one of Asia's finest Business Schools. Its strong ties to the business community make it an effective mechanism for the promotion of professional management practices in Indian organizations. Today, IIM Calcutta attracts the best talent in India - a melting pot of academia, industry and research. The best and brightest young men and women pursue its academic programs.

MBA for Executives Programme 2020-2021

MBA for Executives Programme is IIM Calcutta's One Year Full Time Residential Programme meant for Executives with more than five years of professional experience. IIM Calcutta is the first management institute in the country to be Triple Crowned – to be accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, i.e., accredited by all the three major accreditation agencies in the world for management education. Only 5 other business schools in Asia and 73 business schools around the world are currently ‘Triple Accredited’.

It provides mid-career professionals the ideal platform to augment their existing skill sets as they endeavour to armour themselves for senior and top management roles in the industry.

The management programme since its inception in 2006, has spawned alumni who have demonstrated excellence in the leadership positions that they have occupied in their organizations.

Why MBA for Executives Programme is distinctive:

• Strong focus on analytical and problem-solving pedagogy
• Emphasis on decision-making and leadership skills
• International Immersion modules in USA and Europe
• Unique blend of theory and research: 600+ contact hours, 40 courses (25 compulsory courses and 15 elective courses)
• Appropriate mix of classroom lectures, case studies, individual and team assignments
• Excellent student teacher ratio. In Batch 10, for 68 students there were 59 teachers
• Wide range of elective courses. For Batch 10, 51 elective courses were offered. (For the current batch, see the list of elective courses confirmed as on date in the MBA for Executives Programme website).
• Programme delivered by IIMC faculty along with visiting faculty including some from abroad
• Lecture series by business luminaries and CEOs
• Engagement with public and industry champions
• Rich domain knowledge of students – diverse experiences in reputed organizations
• Well placed alumni in a wide spectrum of organizations. In the Video in the MBA for Executives Programme website, alumni from different batches speak about MBA for Executives Programme including how it has changed their perspectives of life as a professional.
• Active involvement of alumni. Formal and informal opportunities are available for current students to interact with alumni
• A beautiful campus with excellent class rooms, library and other facilities.

Eligibility Criteria

• A bachelor's degree (minimum 10+2+3 years of formal education) or equivalent in any discipline
• At least 5 years of full time post qualification managerial/professional experience as on March 31, 2021.
• Valid GMAT Score (taken within last 36 months of application date).

Selection Procedure

Assessment of the candidates is based on:

• Academic background
• Professional experience
• GMAT score
• Personal interviews
• Statement of purpose &
• Recommendation

Please note that Institute does not use any pre-determined GMAT score. An overall assessment is made on the basis of all these factors for selecting candidates for admission. Batch Profiles give an idea about the work experience and academic highlights of the last five batches.

Program Fee: Programme fee for the academic year 2021-22 will be Indian Rupees 27,00,000/- (non-refundable) or equivalent US$ for one year, payable in four instalments. This amount includes tuition fees and cost of course material, books, accommodation and economy airfare of study tours organized by IIMC.

Deadline: August 30, 2020

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