IMT Nagpur
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ACCELERATED PROGRAM
(PGDM EXP)
18-month (15+3) full-time AICTE approved and AACSB accredited residential program for Experienced Professionals.
- About the Program
- Industry Oriented Curriculum and Pedagogy
- Program Outcomes
- Placements
- International Immersion
- Program Journey
- Core Faculty
- Top Recruiters
About the Program
The accelerated PGDM ExP program is a full-time AICTE approved and AACSB accredited 18-month program in the nature of an accelerated MBA designed specifically for experienced professionals. PGDM ExP Program is a rigorous, demanding and relevant Program for the executives with no prior exposure to formal management education.
Program Highlights
General Management Orientation
Broaden your perspective beyond a single function and prepare
for enterprise-level decision-making.
Six Distinct Modules
Foundation, Functional, Internationalisation, Customisation,
Integration and Dissertation.
Global Career Accelerator
International learning in Europe, with global faculty and peer
exposure.
Leadership Lab
Structured assessment, mentoring and leadership development
for personal and professional growth.
Industry Capstone
Apply learning to real business challenges through a three-month
industry-focused project.
Social Immersion
Build responsible leadership through immersive engagement with
communities and social contexts.
Dr. Anjali Malik
Chairperson – PGDM ExP
IMT Ghaziabad
Message from
the Chairperson
The Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management for Experienced Professionals (ExP) Full-time on campus residential program at IMT, Ghaziabad and is designed to develop transformational and responsible business and management leaders. The program is designed to help accelerate career growth and enable career transition for high performing business executives with a minimum three years of work experience. Our cohort consists of executives from a variety of sectors ranging from IT, Manufacturing, Energy and Consulting. The PGDM ExP program (formerly known as the PGDM Executive program) is in operation from the year 2000, and our alumni are currently placed at the upper echelons of the industry. The graduates of the ExP program are distinct individuals who are aware of industry as well as societal issues, driving organizational change and growth simultaneously with sustainability and people initiatives.
The PGDM ExP programme has undergone an extensive programme architecture redesign and curriculum review, informed by consultations with corporate partners, recruiters, alumni, and subject-matter experts. This rigorous process ensures that the programme not only responds to evolving industry needs but is also positioned to anticipate and exceed them.
Today, the PGDM ExP sits at the intersection of the increasingly convergent worlds of technology and management. Alongside foundational disciplines such as Strategy and Leadership, the curriculum enables participants to build capabilities in emerging and high-impact areas including Data Science, Business Analytics, and AI—equipping them to navigate and lead in a rapidly changing business environment. The programme offers 102 credits delivered through a combination of core management courses, intensive workshops, and cutting-edge electives. Participants also have the flexibility to pursue a specialization, allowing them to align their learning with their career aspirations and professional interests.
At the heart of the programme is an experiential learning pedagogy. Industry engagement, live projects, business simulations, and real-world problem-solving opportunities enable participants to translate classroom learning into practical managerial capabilities. The four-week International Immersion, undertaken with one of our FT-ranked partner institutions, further broadens participants’ global perspectives and provides exposure to international business practices and diverse management contexts.
Whether you are a functional manager, mid-level professional, or senior executive, the PGDM ExP is designed to support different career ambitions—from accelerating growth within your current organization and preparing for larger leadership responsibilities to enabling a career transition. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to differentiate yourself in a competitive business environment. Our dedicated Placement Office provides 100% placement assistance to support participants in pursuing relevant career opportunities.
Equally important is the strength of the PGDM ExP cohort. Participants bring diverse industries, functions, experiences, and perspectives to the classroom, creating a rich environment for peer learning, collaboration, and lifelong professional relationships. As our successful alumni will attest, the PGDM ExP community continues to support you—not only during the programme, but well beyond graduation.
I invite you to join us on this 18-month, intense and transformative journey towards management excellence—a journey designed to expand your capabilities, broaden your perspective, and prepare you to lead with greater impact.
Cutting Edge Curriculum
The PGDM ExP programme underwent an extensive architecture redesign and curriculum review, with inputs from corporate partners, recruiters, alumni, and subject experts to ensure that it continues to meet and exceed evolving industry expectations. The programme is positioned at the intersection of the increasingly convergent fields of technology and management, providing students with opportunities to build expertise in emerging areas such as Data Science, Business Analytics, Digital Business Strategy, and Business Transformation, alongside foundational disciplines such as Strategy and Leadership. The PGDM ExP programme is AICTE-approved and AACSB-accredited, reflecting its commitment to rigorous academic standards and globally benchmarked academic practices.
Practice Focused Pedagogy
The programme comprises 102 credits, delivered through a carefully integrated combination of core management courses, workshops, and cutting-edge electives that enable students to customise their learning journey and develop expertise aligned with their career aspirations.
A strong emphasis on experiential learning enables students to move beyond classroom concepts and engage with real-world business challenges. The pedagogy integrates Harvard Business School cases, simulations, live projects, and meaningful industry engagement, allowing students to apply management concepts, develop practical problem-solving skills, and gain exposure to contemporary business trends and organisational challenges. Regular interactions with industry and corporate leaders further enrich the learning experience by bringing current business perspectives and real-world problem statements into the classroom.
The Alumni Mentorship Programme provides an additional dimension to students’ professional and career development, connecting them with experienced alumni and industry leaders who offer practical insights, guidance, and mentorship. The four-week International Immersion programme further broadens students’ horizons by enabling them to spend an academic term at one of our triple-accredited, Financial Times-ranked partner institutions. This global exposure is designed to strengthen students’ understanding of international business, diverse management practices, and the complexities of operating in an interconnected global economy.
The program is designed to build managerial capability, analytical thinking, leadership effectiveness and a strong understanding of the contemporary business environment.
Apply knowledge of management theories and practices
to solve business problems.
Foster analytical and critical thinking abilities
for data-based decision making.
Ability to develop value-based leadership.
Ability to understand, analyse, and communicate global,
economic, legal, and ethical aspects of business.
Ability to lead themselves and others in the achievement
of organizational goals, contributing effectively to
a team environment.
Learning Outcomes
To correctly interpret and explain key concepts within
the conceptual framework in relevant tasks or discussions.
To accurately collect, organize, and analyze data using
appropriate analytical tools to support data-based conclusions.
To prepare and deliver clear, concise, and visually effective
data presentations to support informed decision-making.
To apply principles of responsible investment.
Demonstrate an ability to analyze diverse business environments
and communicate insights effectively.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills in leading diverse teams.
To plan, guide, and coordinate team activities to achieve
shared goals effectively.
The programme combines career support, mentoring, industry interaction and an experienced peer network to help participants pursue higher-responsibility roles.
Placement figures and participating organisations relate to the relevant placement cycle and should be read with the official placement disclosures. Individual outcomes are not guaranteed.
The Global Career Accelerator gives PGDM ExP participants a full international immersion — academic depth at a triple-accredited European business school, paired with real exposure to how business is done on the ground.
Core Faculty
Over the years, the programme has enabled professionals from diverse sectors—including healthcare, agriculture, legal services, hospitality, and defence—to transition into key management roles across strategy, operations, marketing, finance, and consulting. Alumni have progressed into leading organisations such as Accenture, KPMG, Infosys, ZS Associates, Deloitte, EY, Tata Trusts, Genpact, Delhivery, and Reliance Retail, taking on positions such as Senior Consultant, Product Manager, and Associate Director.
Key Roles Offered
Program & Project Manager
Associate Director
Senior Area Manager
Business Consultant
Business Analyst
Program Manager
Senior Manager
Chief Manager
Tech Consultant
Key Account Manager
Manager Customer Accounts
Operations Manager
Business Consultant
Lead Analyst
Supply Chain Manager
Lead Product Analyst
Customer Success Manager
Chief Manager
Business Development Manager
Project Manager
Product Manager
Senior Operations Manager
Talent Acquisition Manager
Digital Operations & Platforms Manager
Senior Consultant
Area Head
FAQs: PGDM ExP
IMT Ghaziabad’s PGDM ExP is a program designed for professionals with 3+ years of experience who are ready to move from functional excellence to strategic and global leadership.
PGDM ExP is typically an 18-month full time residential program .
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks and a minimum of 3 years of relevant full-time work experience, along with a valid CAT, XAT or GMAT score.
Yes, PGDM ExP is a full-time residential program, and hostel stay is compulsory given the intensive schedule of group activities, projects and late classes.
Yes, the program includes a multi-week International Immersion where students spend a term with one of IMT's FT-ranked global partner institutions.
The programme offers career support, mentoring, industry interaction and peer networking. Highest CTC: ₹25.25 LPA | Average CTC: ₹19.11 LPA | Median CTC: ₹18.75 LPA.
Yes, PGDM ExP is AICTE-approved and AACSB-accredited, reflecting world-class academic standards.
PGDM ExP is distinct from the regular PGDM in terms of its curriculum, industry exposure, mandatory international immersion, and structured mentorship through alumni. The program is specifically designed for working professionals, creating a classroom environment where participants bring meaningful professional experiences and perspectives.
While the regular PGDM class profile primarily comprises students with limited or no prior work experience (typically 0–3 years), PGDM ExP participants have an average work experience of around 5–6 years. This diverse pool of professional experiences enriches classroom discussions, particularly during case studies, business simulations, and problem-solving exercises, while also fostering deeper peer learning and knowledge sharing.
Recruiters have included firms such as Accenture, Infosys, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Genpact, Reliance Retail, Moglix, Udaan, L&T and TAFE, hiring for consulting, operations, strategy, marketing and technology management roles.
"Complete the online application form by paying the application fee of INR 3,500. Upload the required supporting documents related to your academic qualifications and work experience. Appear for the online psychometric test. Appear for the online panel interview. Await the admission decision/results. Please note: You may submit your GMAT score at a later stage as well. "
You may submit the GMAT scores by end of October, 2026
The program will be commenced by first week of December 2026 via online mode. The students will be required to join offline by first week of January, 2027.
You may apply through valid CAT (2023/2024/2025)/ XAT (2024/2025/2026)/ GMAT (on or after January 1, 2022)