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The PGDM-IB is a dual degree programme delivered in India and Europe. The programme is offered jointly by MDI Gurgaon and ESCP Europe, ranked 8th in Europe in the Financial Times B-School rankings. Students spend two 10-week terms at MDI Gurgaon, before travelling to one of the 6 allocated locations of ESCP’s Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Turin, Warsaw and London campuses for two semesters. They return to Gurgaon to take one more term to complete the programme.
The focus during the first two terms is to provide basic inputs in qualitative and quantitative domains and develop analytical, integrative and communication skills. At ESCP the focus is on giving International Management perspective to the students including the industry internship, predominantly in Europe, to provide in-company exposure in a global context.
*Subject to certain conditions, the students simultaneously earn the Master in Management (MIM) degree offered by the ESCP Europe. The MIM programme has been ranked 6th worldwide by the Financial Times.
Programme Learning Goals (LGs)
• Responsible Citizen consciousness
• Global Perspective
• Critical and innovative thinking
• Effective communication and collaborative decision-making
• Managing diversity across cultures
Target Capabilities
• Competencies to work across cultures
• Ability to work in unfamiliar markets
• Strong general management orientation
• Adequate grounding in various management functions
*Master in Management (MIM) Degree Requirements: The students need to validate 120 ECTS in total including the courses taken at MDI Gurgaon; Dissertation (Master Thesis) either at MDI Gurgaon or at ESCP Europe; and students need to validate 36 weeks of work experience (in two countries, for exam-ple: in India and any European country)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Type | MBA/PGDM |
| Program Name | PGDM International Business |
| Residential/Non-Residential | Residential |
| Specialization Offered | Finance |
| Duration | 24 Month |
| Mode of Study | Full Time |
| Seats | 120 |
| Fees | Rs. 29.58 Lakhs |
| Average Salary | Rs. 27.67 Lakhs |
| Approved/Accredited by | AICTE, AACSB, SAQS |
| Publisher | Rank Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 2024 | #11 |
| MBAUniverse.com | 2024 | #10 |
| Business Today | 2024 | #6 |
| Eligibility | Details |
|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from any University recognized by the AICTE/AIU/ Ministry of HRD, Government of India |
| Exam Accepted | CAT, GMAT |
| Work Experience | 1 Months |
| Fees Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 26.00 Lakhs |
| Learning Material Fees | Rs. 67.00 Thousand |
| Students Activities | Rs. 34.00 Thousand |
| Library Fee | Rs. 45.30 Thousand |
| Alumni Fee | Rs. 14.30 Thousand |
| Security Deposit* | Rs. 27.50 Thousand |
| Hostel Fee | Rs. 1.70 Lakhs |
| Total Fees | Rs. 29.58 Lakhs |
| Event Name | Date of Opening | Date of Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Application | 9/15/2025 | 11/29/2025 |
Shortlisting of candidates for the GDPI process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT scores. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion and Personal Interviews between February and April 2024 at a center in one of the following cities: Bangalore, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Mumbai. Centers other than Gurugram are tentative. The GDPI process may also be conducted online through zoom for which the intimation will be given to the short-listed candidates in advance.
The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT-2023 scores, GD & PI, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience and social diversity. MDI Gurgaon does not offer admission under any type of quota.
Process for NRI Applicants
NRI applicants may apply on the basis of their valid GMAT scores. Personal Interview will be conducted for shortlisted candidates in the month of April-2024. Government of India (GOI) rules will be followed related to admission of these categories of candidates. GOI guidelines will be applicable in determining the status of applicants. NRI applicants may Candidates have to make an online payment of Rs.8496 (Rupees eight thousand four hundred ninety-six only) inclusive of 18% GST using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking.
| Parameter | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Entrance Exam Score | 55% |
| Academic Performance | 5% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 30% |
| Gender Diversity | 5% |
| Work Experience | 5% |
| Year | Average Salary | Median Salary | Highest Salary | Batch Placed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Rs. 27.67 Lakhs | Rs. 26.70 Lakhs | Rs. 60.00 Lakhs | Rs. 100 |
| Exam | Percentile | Score/Maximum Score |
|---|---|
| CAT | 95% |
| GMAT | 700/800 |
