IIM Ahmedabad launched the PGPX the one-year full time residential programme in management in 2006 to fulfill the unmet need of experienced managers. The Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives’ (PGPX) is designed for ambitious executives who want to step up their career potential, confidently shoulder high-level responsibilities, bring forward game-changing ideas and prepare for a shifting global economy. For many the MBA-PGPX is also the springboard from which they launch their own ventures and build global companies For the past five years with its ‘Get-Ready-for-Top-Management' focus, the PGPX programme is ranked No.1 in the world on Financial Times Career Progression category.
The MBA PGPX programme aims for developing executives to accelerate their career path and assume leadership roles. PGPX is consistently rated as either best or second best programme in the world by Financial Times for career progress. The graduated batches have been welcomed by corporate houses in need of management talent at senior levels – from senior managers and consultants to general managers and CXOs. PGPX at IIM Ahmedabad fulfils the need and add value to growing organizations all across the world at the middle and senior management levels.
Particulars | Details |
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Program Type | One Year MBA Program |
Program Name | Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives( PGPX) |
Residential/Non-Residential | Residential |
Duration | 12 Month |
Mode of Study | Full Time |
Seats | 158 |
Fees | Rs. 31.50 Lakhs |
Average Salary | Rs. 35.68 Lakhs |
Approved/Accredited by | EFMD |
Publisher | Rank Year | Rank |
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NIRF | 2023 | #1 |
MBAUniverse.com | 2024 | #3 |
Business Today | 2023 | #2 |
IIM Ahmedabad offers bouquet of courses providing a rigorous grounding in the fundamentals of management in its PGPX programme. With a high calibre peer group selected with rigorous filtering and an intense and contemporary course curriculum, it is a perfect platform to boost your career growth and make yourself C-suite ready.
With a combination of experience and talent, IIMA faculty creates top-notch programmes & cutting-edge research that influence businesses around the world. IIMA offers a rich pedagogy of case method which will encourage you to reflect, analyse, critique, innovate and eventually learn the intricate aspects of the present-day businesses, organisations and industry. The course offers a rich mix of simulation exercises, games and role plays, outdoor field trips, projects and written assignments planned for you. The Programme offers 2 week International Immersion which is integrated with the academic curriculum of the programme with top business school across the world to provide much needed global exposure to candidates.
The peer group from a diverse set of industries and roles enriching the case discussions with multiple industry and functional perspectives makes PGPX a great learning program. The intensity of a one-year programme equips the students to tackle complex situations in fast paced and rapidly evolving world. IIMA has eminent faculties with deep industry experience along with strong alumni network at leadership position across the world. A wide range of electives are offered that provide the freedom of choice to master the subjects of your interest.
The MBA-PGPX is meant for working professionals with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of experience. Following are the basic criteria for the PGPX Application:
Eligibility | Details |
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Education Requirements | Bachelor's Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA |
Exam Accepted | GMAT, GRE |
Work Experience | 48 Months |
Fees Component | Amount |
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Tuition Fee | Rs. 31.50 Lakhs |
Total Fees | Rs. 31.50 Lakhs |
Submit the Application with Application Fees. IIM Ahmedabad will release shortlist for final selection process. Submit Essay & Resume.
Interview with IIMA faculty Members
Final Selection
Apply online at IIM Ahmedabad PGPX admission site with requisite application fee and before the last date. Submit your GMAT/GRE score and Essay/Resume. Check for the shortlist for PI round
The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGPX 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. PGPX students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes standardized test scores (GMAT / GRE), leadership profiling and personal interviews.
The selection process for the PGPX 2025-26 batch is a two-stage process. In the first stage, the candidates are short-listed for the Personal Interview from among the candidates who have applied to the programme.
The short-listed candidates are expected to submit essays on specific topics, within the stipulated time period. In the second and final stage of the selection process, the short- listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel of IIMA faculty members.The panel will evaluate the candidate on several parameters (e.g. professional background, quality of experience, progression in career, academic preparedness, leadership potential, accomplishment and interpersonal skills) and assess the candidate’s fitment for the programme.
Shortlisting & Final Selection
The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admissions interviews are face to face in offline mode. Successful candidates will be intimated through email as per the dates indicated in the admission timeline. ission timeline.
Year | Average Salary | Median Salary | Highest Salary | Batch Placed |
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2022 | Rs. 38.64 Lakhs | Rs. 36.26 Lakhs | Rs. 75.20 Lakhs | 100% |
2023 | Rs. 35.68 Lakhs | Rs. 33.05 Lakhs | Rs. 1.08 cr | 100% |
Exam | Percentile | Score/Maximum Score |
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GMAT | 750/800 |
GRE | 310/340 |