Overview
The Post Graduate Programme in Business Management (PGPBM) at the IIM Tiruchirappalli Chennai Campus is a management programme for working professionals who wish to pursue an MBA without taking a career break. Launched in 2012, the programme has been in operation for over a decade, establishing itself as a trusted pathway for career advancement while preserving academic rigour.
Programme Highlights
MBA Degree-Granting Programme
Successful candidates are awarded the Master of Business
Administration degree at the Institute’s annual convocation.
In-Class, Face-to-Face Learning
Sessions are built on direct interaction with faculty and
peers, enabling energizing discussions, real-time feedback,
and rich collaboration. creating an engaging and lasting
learning experience.
A Curriculum that Blends Rigour and Relevance
21 core courses (510 classroom hours), 12 elective courses
(360 classroom hours), and 1 capstone industry project.
Convenient Weekend Classes
Saturdays and Sundays.
Designed for Working Professionals
The programme recognizes the demands of executive life. Beyond
its weekend format, it provides flexibility through academic
breaks, re-examination opportunities, and supportive policies,
while preserving the discipline and depth of an IIM education.
Guest Speakers from Industry
Insights from industry leaders who share real-world
challenges, strategies, and experiences.
Industry Project
Apply classroom learning to a faculty-mentored project,
addressing live business problems with measurable impact.
International Week
Gain global exposure through IIM Trichy’s International Week,
featuring visiting faculty from renowned international
universities.
Trichy Campus Immersion
Experience the academic intensity and culture of IIM Trichy
through two immersive visits to the Tiruchirappalli campus.
A Third Place that Inspires
For many, PGPBM is more than an MBA; it is a third place
beyond home and work, where professional learning and personal
connections thrive together.