International Management Institute Alipore Kolkata Answered Questions

The courses offered by IMI Kolkata include: Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM): The PGDM programme is IMI Kolkata's flagship programme, and it is meant to prepare students for professions in a variety of management fields.HRM (Human Resource Management) PGDM:This PGDM specialisation focuses on building skills and knowledge in the subject of Human Resource Management.PGDM-B&FS (Banking and Financial Services): This specialisation within the PGDM programme is designed for students who want to work in the banking and financial services industry.Executive Postgraduate Diploma in Management: This programme is primarily designed for working people who want to improve their managerial abilities and knowledge without taking a career sabbatical.Fellow Programme in Management (FPM): The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is a doctoral-level programme for individuals interested in pursuing research and academic careers in management.For more information, you can visit to their official website. 

A comparison of the IMI Kolkata and IMI Bhubaneswar PGDM programme on the basis of multiple components, such as fee and salary packages are tabulated below:Comparison FactorAverage PackageTotal Tuition feeTop 3 recruiterIMI KolkataINR 10.45 LPAINR 9.8 lakhAmazon, EY and Deloitte.IMI BhubaneswarINR 11.30 LPAINR 2 lakh - INR 9.2 lakhKPMG, Deloitte, AccentureNOTE: The fee and placement details mentioned in the above table are sourced from multiple sources. Hence, are indicative.Compare IMI Kolkata with other institutes here

IMI Kolkata offers a wide range of courses in Management programme. PGDM is the flagship course of the institute accredited by the National Board of Accreditation. IMI Kolkata provides us the opportunity to take up dual specialisation. In term of ranking, NIRF has ranked IMI Kolkata 70 for the year 2023, which has increased compared to last year 2022  where the position was 59.

IMI Kolkata fees include tuition, development, university etc. The table below only discloses the tuition fee of the flagship course of the Institution:Course nameTotal Tuition FeeMBA/PGDMINR 14 lakh*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

IMI Kolkata offers two years PGDM programme equivalent to MBA. As per the guidelines laid by the institution avalid CAT/XAT and CMAT score are required for admission to PGDM programme. So there is a possibilty for candidates to get into IMI Kolkata without CAT as they can always opt for the alternate entrance exam.  

To apply for PGDM in IMI Kolkata candidates first should be eligible for the programme. Secondly they must a have a valid CAT/XAT and CMAT scores. Candidates have to fill the online application form and submit it along with the non-refundable application fee and other required documents. Candidates will be shortlisted on the  basis of CAT/XAT and CMAT score. The shortlisted candidates are called for the Individual Assessment Process (Essay Writing and Personal Interview etc.). At last Admission offered will be made based on the selection process score.  

IMI Kolkata is India's first corporate-sponsored buisness School. The Institute's flagship programme Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) with effect from 2016. The programme is also internationally accreditation by AMBA. Meanwhile, as per the placement reports of 2021-2022 the highest package was INR 14 LPA, the average package was 10.45 LPA and the median package was 10.50 LPA. Pre Placemnt talk (PPT) to be conducted  to highlight available job profiles, career growth opportunities and compensation details.

Candidates who have a bachelor’s or equivalent degree, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised university are eligible for the IMI Kolkata Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)  programme. The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification of the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education, class 10 and  class 12 school education. Additionally, candidates appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree are also eligible, provided they furnish proof of meeting he minimum eligibility criteria by September 30, 2024. Also, candidates must have a relevant work experience. 

IMI Kolkata offers courses in Diploma and doctoral-level. The flagship course offered by the Institute is Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). PGDM is two years full-time programme with summer internship with Institute’s partners. In second year candisates can choose their interested specialisation : Finance, Economics, Operational Management, OBHR (Organisational Behaviour), Marketing, Management Information Systems & Analytics and Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship.