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ABOUT ISB

Established in 2001 with a vision to put India on the global map of management education, the Indian School of
Business (ISB) has built up a formidable reputation. Successfully pioneering many new trends in India, ISB is now
recognised as a destination for world-class management education. Gaining the honour of being the youngest
institution to be ranked among the Top 20 in the FT Global MBA Rankings, ISB has consistently ranked among the
top B-schools globally.

The school’s vision is built on three pillars - to be an internationally top-ranked, research-driven, independent
management institution that grooms the future leaders of India and the world. ISB today has a vibrant global
network of 10,700 alumni across the world. The School also features a strong pool of research-oriented resident
faculty and invites high-calibre international faculty from reputed B-Schools to teach various programmes.

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ABOUT
PGPMAX

The Post Graduate Programme in

Management for Senior Executives
(PGPMAX) is a Global Executive MBA
equivalent programme. It is designed
for experienced business leaders to
earn a master’s degree equivalent
in business administration while
studying in a format that minimises
disruption to their work. The classes
have the same rigour as that of a
full-time MBA. When paired with
ISB global faculty and extensive ISB
alumni network, PGPMAX adds up
to more than the sum of its parts and
helps you achieve your full potential.

Dilip Khandelwal
Global CIO
Deutsche Bank
Former MD of SAP Labs India
PGPMAX Class of 2013
PROGRAMME
HIGHLIGHTS
This programme is best suited for Senior Executives, Business
Owners, Entrepreneurs, Defence Personnel. NGO and Public
Service personnel with 10-25 years of work experience.

#2 in Asia $ 353,666
The Economist EMBA Average salary 3 years after graduation
Ranking 2020 FT EMBA Ranking 2019

Duration On campus Out of office

15 Months 12 Weeks 60 Days

Learn without Diverse International

Disruption Peer Group Immersions

Global EMBA Powerful Alumni World-Class Faculty and

Equivalent Network Innovative Curriculum
WHY
PGPMAX
Learn without disruption
The programme allows senior leaders to refine their management
skills without disrupting their work life. Classes are held for a week,
every 4 - 6 weeks, over a period of 15 months.

World-class curriculum
The curriculum focuses on strategic thinking, critical analysis,
better communication and team-building techniques. You will gain
advanced thinking tools and frameworks to lead with insight.

Diverse peer group

The quality of participants in the class is critical to learning. The
depth and breadth of knowledge present in the class because of
the seniority of peers is an invaluable resource for leaders.

Global EMBA equivalent

Learn the latest management concepts taught at top global
B-Schools. Join an elite group of senior executives from around the
world with a global Executive MBA equivalent degree.

Powerful alumni network

With overseas chapters in several countries, the ISB alumni network
is an important channel for graduates of the ISB PGPMAX to retain
and expand their social and business networks.

International immersions
The programme includes two international immersion components Ritu Kaul
that comprise of various interventions such as country visits, cultural Entrepreneur
experiences, industry visits and top management interactions. PGPMAX Class of 2017
CLASS PROFILE

70
participants

17+
industries
represented

40
years
average age

16
years average
work experience
ADMISSIONS
Application deadlines (August 2021 intake)
We recommend applying as early as possible:
Round 1: 22 November, 2020
Round 2: 21 March, 2021
The steps for applying to the programme are listed
below:
Submit your application
The online application is available on the PGPMAX
website. Only online applications are accepted.
The following documents are required to be uploaded
along with the online application:
• Updated CV/Resume
• Colour photograph, Copy of Passport
• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree marksheets/transcripts (for all
semesters/years)
• Proof of income; Business card
• Two Professional Recommendations (evaluations)
• Organisation Chart; Employer Support Letter
Interview
The programme office will review completed
applications and selected applicants will be shortlisted
for an interview. Interview may be conducted in person,
over videoconferencing, teleconferencing or via a
web/internet-based tool. The interview notifications
are sent around 2 to 7 days before the scheduled
interview date. You may contact the programme office
or visit the website for details closer to the date.
Offer acceptance
Selected candidates will be notified of the admission
offer by the programme office. Admitted candidates
will be given a time of 20 days to make a non-
refundable payment of ` 300,000 plus taxes towards
admission fee to secure their place in the programme.
Employer support
The applicants need to furnish a letter from their
employer stating the consent of the employer to
allow the participant to study in the programme. It
may be submitted either along with the application
or along with the acceptance of admission offer.
Self Employed Individuals/Business Owners are not
required to submit the support letter.
Programme fee
The programme fee for the academic year 2021-22 is
` 39,63,000 + GST
This fee includes the admission fee, the tuition fee,
course material as well as boarding and lodging for
most days.
PGPMAX Programme Office
Monday to Friday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Phone: +91 40 2318 7530 | Email: pgpmax@isb.edu
Website: www.isb.edu/pgpmax

Indian School of Business

Hyderabad Campus: Gachibowli, Hyderabad 500032, India
Mohali Campus: Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali 140306, India

Disclaimer: ISB has not sought affiliation from any University in India or abroad nor has ISB sought approval from AICTE for any of its programmes.