The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong has announced that admissions are now open for its Post Graduate Program for Working Executives (PGPWE). This program leads to an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. It is designed for professionals who are currently working and want to further their education. This year marks the launch of the seventh batch of this two-year MBA program.
The PGPWE Executive MBA program aims to help working individuals gain advanced management knowledge and skills without interrupting their careers. The total fee for the entire two-year program is INR 12,70,000 .
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the IIM Shillong PGPWE program, candidates must meet specific requirements. They need to have at least three years of work experience after completing their graduation. Also, their marks in graduation must be at least 50% aggregate , or they should have an equivalent CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) score.
Program Structure: Blended Learning
The PGPWE program follows a **flexible blended learning approach**. This method combines different ways of studying to suit working professionals. Students will attend **live online sessions on weekends**. This allows them to manage their work and personal duties during the weekdays.
In addition to online classes, the program also includes **in-person campus immersion sessions**. This means students will visit the IIM Shillong campus for some parts of the program. This mix of online and on-campus learning helps students get a complete educational experience while continuing their jobs.
The program lasts for **24 months**, which is two years. It is designed to provide a rich learning experience through its blended format. It also includes an international immersion component , giving students global exposure.
What You Will Learn
The IIM Shillong PGPWE curriculum offers a wide range of learning opportunities. Students can choose from **more than 60 elective courses**. These electives cover many important areas of business and management. Some of the main areas include:
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations
- Human Resources (HR)
- Information Systems
- Strategy
- Liberal Studies
This variety allows students to customize their studies to match their specific career goals and interests. The subjects are regularly updated to reflect the latest demands of the business world, aiming to provide managerial and leadership skills.
Leaders Speak on the Program
Prof. Naliniprava Tripathy, who is currently the Director in-charge of IIM Shillong, shared his thoughts on the Executive MBA program. He stated that the program is structured to support working professionals who want to learn advanced management. It helps them balance their studies with their work and personal lives. He added that the curriculum is planned to meet current industry needs and teach participants the management and leadership skills required in today's fast-changing business environment.
Prof. Sitanshu Sekhar Das, who is the Chairperson for the Executive PGP at IIM Shillong, also spoke about the program. He mentioned that the PGPWE (Executive MBA) program shows the institute's commitment. It aims to provide future business leaders with modern management principles and practices that are relevant to the industry.
Key Program Details
| Program Name | Post Graduate Program for Working Executives (PGPWE) |
| Degree Offered | Executive MBA |
| Institute | Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong |
| Batch Number | Seventh Batch |
| Program Duration | 2 years (24 months) |
| Total Program Fee | INR 12,70,000 |
| Minimum Work Experience | 3 years after graduation |
| Minimum Graduation Marks | 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA |
| Learning Mode | Flexible Blended Learning (Online weekends + Campus immersion) |
| Elective Choices | More than 60 options across various domains |
Admissions for this program are currently open. Interested working professionals can consider this opportunity to enhance their management and leadership skills through a flexible learning format offered by IIM Shillong.
