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.

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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.