IIM Mumbai, one of India's top management schools, has announced a new study program for people who are already working. The institute is now accepting applications for its Post Graduate Diploma for Executives – Visionary Leadership for Manufacturing (PGDM-VLFM) . This special diploma helps mid-career professionals gain important leadership and management skills for the manufacturing industry. Only 35 seats are available for this focused program. If you are interested, you must send your online application by November 29, 2025 . Classes for this program will start in Mid-April 2026 . This shows IIM Mumbai's dedication to developing talented people for India's growing industry.
About the Visionary Leadership Program
The PGDM-VLFM program aims to build strong basics in management. It helps experienced professionals connect their daily work tasks with the big, long-term goals of their businesses. This helps companies succeed faster and for a long time. The program is taught fully offline. This means all classes and activities will happen in person at the IIM Mumbai campus. This way, students can talk directly, learn hands-on, and meet other students and teachers.
Key Program Details to Know
| Program Name | Post Graduate Diploma for Executives – Visionary Leadership for Manufacturing (PGDM-VLFM) |
| Institute | IIM Mumbai |
| Program Mode | Offline (at IIM Mumbai Campus) |
| Program Duration | 5 Contact Days |
| Total Seats Available | 35 |
| Eligibility | Mid-level professionals from any academic background |
| Required Work Experience | Between 4 to 10 years |
| Last Date for Application | November 29, 2025 |
| Batch Commencement | Mid-April 2026 |
| Program Fees | INR 16,32,000.00 |
Who This Program Is For
This executive diploma is made for managers who have some work experience and want to move up in their careers. It is good for those who want to improve their skills to influence decisions across different teams and take on bigger leadership jobs in their companies. The lessons are made for today's industry problems and chances. It prepares people to become more effective and smart leaders.
Director Talks About Business Needs
Mr. Manoj Tiwari, the Director of IIM Mumbai, spoke about why this program is important. He said, "Businesses today need leaders who can think broadly and manage difficult situations quickly. Our General Management Program – which this diploma is a part of – is specially designed to train mid-level managers. The goal is to turn them into visionary leaders. These leaders will be able to bring big changes and help their companies grow." He also said that IIM Mumbai is focused on developing such talented people and keeping a place where people achieve a lot and make a good difference.
How to Apply Online
Candidates who meet the rules to join and are interested in this program must fill out an online application form. This form can be found on the official IIM Mumbai Admissions Portal. The direct link for applications is https://iimmumbai.ac.in/admissions/ . After sending their application, suitable candidates will be invited for the next steps to choose students. This process makes sure that the best candidates are picked for the limited number of seats, keeping up the high standards of IIM Mumbai.
Future Outlook: A Chance for Tomorrow's Leaders
Even though this program is for experienced professionals, it offers useful information for students aged 15-18. It shows what kind of advanced leadership training is available at top Indian institutes like IIM Mumbai. Knowing about such programs can help young students plan their studies and job paths. It can inspire them to aim for leadership jobs in many industries, including manufacturing. This step shows how they keep working to create many skilled leaders for India's economic future.
