Transform Your Career with PGDM Courses
65,000+ students choose PGDM annually. Join India's leading management program with 95% placement rate and average salary of ₹12 LPA.
Full-time PGDM
2 years intensive program
Executive PGDM
For working professionals
Online PGDM
Flexible learning mode
Part-time PGDM
Weekend classes
What is PGDM?
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Industry-focused program for career advancement
PGDM vs MBA
PGDM
- • Autonomous institutes (AICTE approved)
- • Industry-oriented curriculum
- • Updated annually
- • Focus on practical skills
MBA
- • University affiliated
- • Theoretical approach
- • Rigid curriculum
- • Academic focus
Duration
2 years full-time
1-3 years part-time
Who It's For
Graduates seeking
management careers
Recognition
AICTE approved
Industry recognized
PGDM Modes
Full-time
Regular classes, campus life
Part-time
Weekend classes, work-friendly
Executive
For experienced professionals
Online
Flexible, anywhere learning
PGDM Specializations
Choose from 15+ industry-aligned specializations
Marketing
Brand management, digital marketing, consumer behavior
Finance
Investment banking, corporate finance, risk management
Human Resources
Talent acquisition, organizational development, HR analytics
Operations & Supply Chain
Logistics, procurement, quality management
Business Analytics
Data science, machine learning, business intelligence
Entrepreneurship
Startup management, venture capital, innovation
International Business
Global trade, cross-cultural management, export-import
Strategy
Corporate strategy, competitive analysis, strategic planning
IT Management
IT strategy, digital transformation, technology management
Admission Process
Simple steps to secure your PGDM seat
Eligibility Criteria
Basic Requirements
- • Bachelor's degree (50% aggregate)
- • Valid CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT score
- • Final year students eligible
- • No age limit
Work Experience
- • Freshers: 0-2 years
- • Executive: 2+ years required
- • Part-time: 1+ years preferred
Entrance Exams
Selection Rounds
- 1. Written Test (CAT/XAT/MAT)
- 2. Group Discussion
- 3. Personal Interview
- 4. Final Merit List
Key Deadlines
Application Timeline
Oct-Nov
Applications Open
Nov-Dec
Entrance Exams
Feb-Mar
GD/PI Rounds
Jun-Jul
Course Commencement
Fees & Scholarships
Transparent pricing with financial support options
PGDM Fee Structure
| Institute Type | Fee Range | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 Institutes | ₹15-25 Lakhs | 2 Years |
| Tier 2 Institutes | ₹8-15 Lakhs | 2 Years |
| Tier 3 Institutes | ₹3-8 Lakhs | 2 Years |
| Online/Distance | ₹1-5 Lakhs | 2-3 Years |
Merit Scholarships
- • 100% tuition waiver
- • Top 5% CAT/XAT scores
- • ₹2-5 Lakhs benefit
Need-Based Aid
- • 25-75% fee reduction
- • Family income < ₹8 Lakhs
- • Simple documentation
Education Loans
- • Interest rates: 8-12%
- • Moratorium period: 6 months
- • Collateral-free upto ₹7.5 Lakhs
Cost vs Value Analysis
Average investment
Average salary
ROI in 3 years
Curriculum
Industry-aligned syllabus with practical learning
Semester-Wise Breakdown
Semester 1 & 2
- • Management Principles
- • Organizational Behavior
- • Business Statistics
- • Financial Accounting
- • Marketing Management
Semester 3 & 4
- • Specialization Courses
- • Strategic Management
- • Business Analytics
- • Summer Internship
- • Live Projects
Core Subjects
- • Leadership & Ethics
- • Business Communication
- • Data Analysis
- • Operations Management
Electives
- • Digital Marketing
- • FinTech
- • Sustainability
- • Innovation Management
Practical Learning
- • Case Studies
- • Industry Projects
- • Simulations
- • Workshops
Industry Projects & Internships
Summer Internship
8-10 weeks paid internship with top companies
- • Average stipend: ₹25,000/month
- • 95% pre-placement offers
- • Real business challenges
Live Projects
Work on real company problems throughout the course
- • 15+ live projects
- • Industry mentorship
- • Portfolio building
Career Outcomes
95% placement rate with ₹12L average salary
₹12L
Average Salary
500+
Hiring Companies
95%
Placement Rate
Marketing
Brand Manager, Digital Marketer, Product Manager
Finance
Investment Banker, Financial Analyst, Risk Manager
Consulting
Business Analyst, Strategy Consultant, Management Trainee
Operations
Supply Chain Manager, Operations Analyst, Project Manager
Industry Sectors
IT & Consulting
Finance & Banking
E-commerce & Retail
Top Colleges for PGDM
Discover India's leading PGDM institutes
IIM Ahmedabad
PGDM (Post Graduate Programme)
XLRI Jamshedpur
PGDM (Business Management)
SPJIMR Mumbai
PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma)
Ranking Parameters
- Placements 30%
- Faculty Quality 25%
- Infrastructure 20%
- Industry Interface 15%
- Alumni Network 10%
Top Locations
Mumbai
25+ colleges
Delhi
20+ colleges
Bangalore
15+ colleges
Pune
12+ colleges
Special Features
Industry Connect
Global Exposure
Live Projects