Great Lakes - PGDM & PGPM Admissions 2027
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An MBA degree from IIM Mumbai without CAT? In this article, we will give some of the key details that will help you in selecting this programme. MBA-PGPM is a two-year weekend course for those who have a minimum of two years of working experience after graduation.
Designed for working professionals, this MBA programme offers a flexible two-year pathway for graduates with 60 per cent marks and at least two years of post-graduation experience.
Graduates of any specialisation with at least 60 per cent marks in graduation and two years of work experience (Experience after graduation will be counted).
This program is for working professionals who want to pursue an MBA degree without quitting their jobs.
This program requires only two years, unlike other postgraduate programs, which typically require four to five years of experience.
Particulars | Date |
Advertisement Opens | 01st August 2025 |
IMAT Exam | 08th March 2026 |
Program Commencement | April 2026 |
Date of IMAT exam: 8th March
Program start: Around April.
Total seats available: 150.
Application registration fee: Rs. 2,500
IIM Mumbai Selection Process & Weightage Breakdown
Selection involves:
Component | Weightage (%) |
CAT/GMAT/GRE/IMAT | 40 |
Class 10 Marks | 5 |
Class 12 Marks | 5 |
Graduation Marks | 10 |
Work Experience | 20 |
Personal Interview | 20 |
Main weightage is given to work experience and personal interview, highlighting the program’s focus on working professionals.
Installment No | Installment Amount (INR)* | Due Date |
Candidate Opting for the Annual Fee Payment Structure (Total: 18 Lakhs) | ||
First Installment | Rs. 8.50 Lakhs | Before the commencement of the Program – January 15, 2026 |
Second Installment | Rs. 8.50 Lakhs | After the Module-II – January 15, 2027 |
Candidate Opting for the Module-wise Fee Payment Structure (Total: 19 Lakhs) | ||
First Installment | Rs. 4.50 Lakhs | January 15, 2026 |
Second Installment | Rs. 4.50 Lakhs | July 15, 2026 |
Third Installment | Rs. 4.50 Lakhs | January 15, 2027 |
Fourth Installment | Rs. 4.50 Lakhs | July 15, 2027 |
Total fees of the program is approximately Rs. 17 lakhs if paid in two installments (Rs. 8.5 lakhs for each installment).
There is another installment option in which candidates can pay in four installments. In this option, each installment fee is approximately RS. 4.5 lakhs. This option will cost candidates Rs. 1 lakh extra.
Type of Courses | No. of Courses | Total Credits |
Core Courses | 16 | 43.5 |
Electives | 8 | 48 |
Group Project | 1 | 3 |
Capstone Project - 1 (2nd Year) | 1 | 12 |
Total - 1065 hours | 106.5 credits | |
This table represents the type and number of courses, and the total credits. There are a total of 16 courses available in this program. This two-year program is broken down into six modules as shown in the tables below:
Modules in 1st Year
MODULE | Number of courses | Type of course | Credit Per Course | Total Credits |
Module 1 | 5 | Core | 3/1.5 | 13.5 |
1 | Elective | 3 | 3 | |
Module 2 | 5 | Core | 3/1.5 | 13.5 |
1 | Elective | 3 | 3 | |
Module 3 | 4 | Core | 3 | 10.5 |
1 | Elective | 3 | 3 | |
Group Project | 3 | 3 | ||
Total 1st Year Credit | 46.5 | |||
This table highlights the three modules involved in the 1st year of the program. The number of courses, type of course, and credits are explained for each module in the initial year of the course.
Modules in 2nd Year
MODULE | Number of courses | Type of course | Credit Per Course | Total Credits |
Module 4 | 1 | Core | 3 | 3 |
4 | Electives | 3 | 12 | |
Capstone Project - 1 | 6 | 6 | ||
Module 5 | 1 | Core | 3 | 3 |
5 | Electives | 3 | 15 | |
Module 6 | 4 | Electives | 3 | 12 |
Capstone Project - 3 | 6 | 6 | ||
Total 2nd Year Credit | 57 | |||
This table highlights the other three modules involved in the second year of the program. The number and type of courses and credits are explained for each module in the 2nd year.
Course Curriculum - Module 1
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Marketing Management | Core | 30 | 3 |
Managerial Communication | Core | 15 | 1.5 |
Financial Reporting & Accounting | Core | 30 | 3 |
Microeconomics for Managers | Core | 30 | 3 |
Optimization & Decision Techniques (OR) | Core | 30 | 3 |
Elective 1 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Total | 165 | 16.5 |
This table highlights Module 1 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module, there are a total six courses, including Marketing Management, Managerial Communication, Microeconomics for Managers, Financial Reporting and Accounting, Optimisation and Decision Techniques, and Elective 1(flexible).
Course Curriculum - Module 2
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Operations Management | Core | 30 | 3 |
Organization Behaviour and Human Resource Management | Core | 30 | 3 |
Corporate Finance | Core | 30 | 3 |
Strategic Management | Core | 30 | 3 |
Business-to-Business Marketing | Core | 15 | 1.5 |
Elective 2 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Total | 165 | 16.5 |
This table highlights Module 2 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module courses that are available are Operations Management, Organization Behaviour and Human Resource Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Management, Business-to-Business Marketing, and Elective 2.
Course Curriculum - Module 3
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Data Science for Managerial Decisions | Core | 30 | 3 |
ESG Analytics | Core | 15 | 1.5 |
Macroeconomics | Core | 30 | 3 |
Digital Marketing | Core | 30 | 3 |
Elective 3 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Group Project | 30 | 3 | |
Total | 165 | 16.5 |
This table highlights Module 3 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module, available courses are Data Science for Managerial Decisions, ESG Analytics, Macroeconomics, Digital Marketing, Elective 3, and Group Project.
Course Curriculum - Module 4
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Supply Chain Management | Core | 30 | 3 |
Elective 4 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 5 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 6 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 7 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Capstone - Stage 1 | 60 | 6 | |
Total | 210 | 21 |
This table highlights Module 4 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module, courses available are mainly Supply Chain Management and other electives (flexible options).
Course Curriculum - Module 5
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Managing Negotiations | Core | 30 | 3 |
Elective 8 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 9 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 10 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 11 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 12 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Total | 180 | 18 |
This table highlights Module 5 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module courses available are mainly Managing Negotiations and other Elective options.
Course Curriculum - Module 6
Course Title | Course Type | No of Hours | No of Credits |
Elective 13 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 14 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 15 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Elective 16 | Elective | 30 | 3 |
Capstone Project - Stage 2 | 60 | 6 | |
Total | 180 | 18 |
This table highlights Module 6 for the 1st year MBA (PGPM) Program. In this module, elective options are primarily available.
Program Highlights
Designed specifically for working professionals requiring at least two years of experience.
Entrance without CAT. Alternatives to get admissions are via GMAT or GRE or IMAT test.
Offers an MBA degree from a reputed institute like IIM Mumbai with the same curriculum as of a regular MBA.
Provides flexibility options in terms of payment.
After completing two modules, candidates will be awarded a certificate in Management; after four modules, candidates will get a Diploma (PGDEx), and on completion of the entire six modules, candidates will get an MBA degree.
Dynamic discussion in a group and interactive learning of more than 750 hours.
The IIM Mumbai Weekend PGPM MBA program is a balanced option for those postgraduate professionals with two years of work experience who do not want to take the CAT exam. Appear for other alternative tests now and get admission in the MBA (PGPM) Program without CAT in IIM Mumbai. This is a good opportunity to improve your management skills without leaving your job.
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