This two-year MBA programme by IIM Kozhikode offers a unique ‘classroom in your city’ approach for a valuable learning experience

In the dynamic corporate world where ambition doesn’t pause, neither should your learning. As per this news report¹, nearly 70% of Indian professionals are seeking opportunities to upskill, demonstrating a commitment towards technological adaptation. While upskilling has been a pertinent narrative, what is also vital in this evolving landscape is effective leadership development. Managers need to be able to adapt to several changing trends and accomplish business outcomes. In such a scenario, leadership training is essential to bridge the skills gap and empower these professionals with the tools they need to flourish. It is here that IIM Kozhikode steps in with an answer: The Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) in Management (Batch 18). It offers 750+ hours of immersive learning, combining cutting-edge strategy, real-world application, and leadership development. Accredited by AMBA, the programme is full of opportunities to network with peers, industry leaders and also a 14000+ alumni network. TimesPro serves as the technology partner for this programme. IIM Kozhikode’s flagship two-year MBA for working professionals is designed to empower mid-career individuals to build strong capabilities in strategy, leadership, and decision-making.Further elevating the appeal of the programme is the ‘classroom in your city’ model, which mixes the flexibility of local learning centres with thorough in-person peer interactions. While the regular sessions are conducted face-to-face with fellow professionals at these centres, participants also travel to the IIM Kozhikode, popularly known as ‘God’s Own Kampus,’ for immersive modules where they interact directly with faculty, embellishing their learning experience.Here’s what some of the past participants have to say:“The depth and breadth of the world-class course curriculum has enabled me to stay ahead in my peer group. The concepts and framework taught by IIM Kozhikode faculty have real-life business applications. It has aided my transition from a delivery-centric project management role to a business strategy consultant…” - Saugata Das, Associate Consultant, TCS “Doing my postgraduation from IIM Kozhikode was a dream experience. I remember visiting the campus for the first time and breathing in deeply of the atmosphere of positivity. The yen for learning, knowledge, and gaining perspective, was incredibly infectious. Looking forward to the learning sessions and burning the midnight oil to make good grades; all came to fruition on Convocation Day when the degree was conferred.” - Ashish Gupta, Vice President, Accenture.Key programme detailsThe programme has witnessed participation from professionals belonging to sectors like automotive, banking, information technology, insurance, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, etc. They belong to an array of roles such as general management, human resources, marketing, operations management etc. With a double crown accreditation from AMBA and EQUIS, IIM Kozhikode has also been ranked third as per NIRF rankings (Management 2024). The legacy of this institute extends beyond the world of academia. Pursuing an MBA from such an institute is certainly a matter of prestige, and on successful completion of this programme, participants are given the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree by IIM Kozhikode. What is the eligibility criteria?To participate in this programme, applicants must possess either a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks/CGPA, or a CA/ICWA/CS qualification (50%) in lieu of a bachelor's, or a foreign degree with AIU/government-approved equivalency and programme marks proof, alongside a minimum of three years of post-graduation work experience.Key detailsIn the manner in which technology has transformed the work terrain, it is vital for professionals to upgrade their skillsets. Programmes like The Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) in Management enable them to seek the effective means for career expansion and move to higher positions and be at the forefront of an effective business performance. To know how this programme can add value to your career trajectory, click here.1. SourceAbout Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode Started in 1997 with its Post Graduate Programme (PGP), the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is on a high growth trajectory today, offering widest range of academic programmes in the field of management education. These include Fellow Programme in Management, Executive PG Programmes, Management Development Programmes and Faculty Development Programmes. IIMK set up a Satellite campus at Info park, Kochi, in 2013 dedicated to Executive Education. IIMK has also the unique distinction of launching a PhD (Practice Track) programme for working professionals besides bringing in new dynamic courses like the one-year Post Graduate programme in Business Leadership (2019) MBA in Finance and MBA in Liberal Studies & Management (2020). The institute is also home to IIMK LIVE a first-of-its-kind startup incubation programme and the Indian Business Museum. IIMK is ranked 3rd as per NIRF India Rankings 2023: Management. The institute also features regularly among top global institutes for its flagship MBA (PGP) and EMBA programme (EPGP) in QS World University Rankings. The Institute has leapfrogged 100 spots to be placed in the Top 151-200 Institutes in Business & Management Studies globally, as per the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024. IIMK is globally accredited by EQUIS (EFMD) and AMBA (UK). IIMK has successfully delivered close to 1,300 MDP programmes for the past two decades, training more than 41,000 participants from 150+ organisations – which also include several Fortune 500 companies – in the process.About Times Pro:TimesPro, established in 2013, is a leading Higher EdTech platform dedicated to empowering the career growth of aspiring learners by equipping them with skills to rise in a competitive world. TimesPro’s H.EdTech programmes are created to meet the rapidly changing industry requirements and have been blended with technology to make them accessible & affordable.TimesPro offers a variety of created and curated learning programmes across a range of categories, industries, and age groups. They include employment-oriented early career programmes across BFSI, e-Commerce, and technology sectors; executive education for working professionals in collaboration with premier educational institutions like IIMs and IITs; and organisational learning and development interventions at the corporate level.TimesPro also collaborates with India’s leading organisations across varied sectors to provide upskilling and reskilling solutions to boost employability and create a robust workforce. TimesPro is a Higher EdTech initiative by Times Group.Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Times Pro by Times Internet’s Spotlight team.