The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has opened a new application window for its special one-year MBA program . This round is called Phase-3 admissions.
The program is known as the International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX) . It is designed for working professionals who already have some years of job experience. Students will study at IIM Lucknow’s Noida campus . This is an important chance for those who want to get a management degree quickly to grow in their careers.
What is the IPMX Program?
An MBA, or Master of Business Administration, is a degree that helps people learn how to manage companies and lead teams. The IPMX program is a full-time course, which means students need to attend classes regularly. It is also a residential program, so students will live on the Noida campus while they study. This helps them focus completely on their education and learn from other experienced students.
The course lasts for only one year. During this time, it focuses on teaching important skills like leadership, business planning (strategy), and making good choices (decision-making). These skills are very useful for professionals who want to take on bigger roles in their companies.
Why a One-Year MBA?
Many working professionals look for shorter MBA programs. This is because they do not want to stay away from their jobs for too long. A one-year MBA allows them to quickly improve their management knowledge and skills. It helps them get ready for promotions or new career opportunities much faster than a two-year program.
Phase-3 Admissions: A New Opportunity
IIM Lucknow opened this Phase-3 application round after completing earlier application periods. This shows that there is a high demand for such focused, career-oriented management programs among people who are already working. The institute added this extra phase to give more eligible applicants a chance to apply, especially if they could not do so earlier.
How IPMX Differs from Regular MBA Programs
It is important to understand that the IPMX one-year MBA is different from the typical two-year MBA programs offered by most IIMs. Here are the main differences:
| Feature | IPMX (One-Year MBA) | Regular MBA (Two-Year) |
| Duration | One year | Two years |
| Campus | IIM Lucknow, Noida Campus | Various IIMs across India |
| Target Audience | Experienced Professionals | Usually recent graduates |
| Admission Process | Separate selection process | Through Common Admission Test (CAT) |
| Program Type | Full-time, Residential | Full-time, Residential |
| Key Focus | Leadership, Strategy, Decision-making for experienced managers | General management and foundational business knowledge |
While admissions for the CAT-based two-year MBA programs are now moving to the interview stage after the results are declared, the IPMX program has its own separate admission timeline and process. This means students interested in IPMX do not need to take the CAT exam for this program.
Next Steps and Academic Session
Applications for Phase-3 are currently open for interested candidates. The academic classes for the IPMX program are expected to begin in the first half of the upcoming academic year . The exact start date will be announced after all parts of the admission process are completed for this phase.
This special program offers a valuable opportunity for experienced individuals to boost their management careers quickly with a degree from a top Indian institute like IIM Lucknow.
