IIM Kozhikode opens admissions for 19th batch of executive MBA for working professionals

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) has announced the start of admissions for the 19th batch of its flagship executive post graduate programme (EPGP) in Management, a two-year MBA designed specifically for working professionals. The programme aims to combine rigorous academics with practical business insights, preparing leaders who can navigate today’s fast-changing corporate landscape.

This announcement underscores IIM Kozhikode’s position as one of India’s top destinations for executive education. The EPGP focuses on leadership development, strategic thinking, and technological fluency, helping professionals stay ahead in a business world that is increasingly driven by data, AI, and digital transformation.

At a media event, Debashis Chatterjee, director of IIM Kozhikode, emphasised the programme’s legacy and its role in shaping future-ready managers. He highlighted the inclusive and diverse learning environment, noting particularly the strong representation of women in the cohorts.

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Chatterjee shared, “The EPGP has consistently brought together professionals from varied sectors, functions and career stages into a cohort defined by intellectual depth, diversity of perspective and a shared commitment to growth. We remain committed to nurturing globally minded, technologically fluent and socially conscious managers who can lead with judgement, agility and purpose in a rapidly changing business environment today.”

The previous batch, the 18th, set new benchmarks for the programme with 672 participants, the largest executive MBA cohort in the Institute’s history. Women made up 29% of the batch, the highest proportion ever recorded. The class represented a wide variety of sectors including IT, consulting, BFSI, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, aerospace, and legal services. Participants had professional experience ranging from three years to over twenty years, creating a rich and diverse learning environment.

The programme is designed to support career growth and leadership development. Over two years, it combines interactive online learning with immersive campus sessions. With more than 750 contact hours, participants gain in-depth knowledge of core business functions and emerging trends that shape today’s enterprise decisions.

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Curriculum and learning at IIM Kozhikode EPGP

The first year of the EPGP at IIM Kozhikode focuses on building a strong foundation across management disciplines such as finance and accounting, decision sciences and operations management, marketing, strategy, human resources and organisational behaviour, economics, and humanities, liberal arts and management. In the second year, participants can choose from a range of advanced electives, including corporate strategy, digital transformation, AI for business, Gen AI, responsible AI, entrepreneurship and innovation, mapping managerial excellence: insights from the Bhagavad Gita, story telling artistry, corporate wellness through karma yoga, leadership and change management, international business, business simulations and other specialised subjects.

The programme is conducted via an Interactive Learning (IL) platform, using a dynamic mix of lectures, case studies, simulations, assignments, presentations, white papers, and masterclasses led by industry experts. Participants also have the opportunity to explore entrepreneurial thinking through IIMK Live, the Institute’s business incubator and entrepreneurship development centre. Additionally, the curriculum includes three one-week on-campus immersions and an optional international immersion, providing hands-on exposure to global markets, cross-cultural business environments, and international management practices.

Admissions and alumni benefits

Admission to the EPGP is competitive. Candidates must take the executive management aptitude test (EMAT) and attend a personal interview. Alternatively, valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT scores (not older than three years) can also be considered. Graduates of the programme gain IIM Kozhikode alumni status, joining a network of more than 15,000 professionals worldwide.

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With the 19th batch now open for applications, IIM Kozhikode continues its mission to equip professionals with the skills, knowledge, and perspective needed to lead with impact in a dynamic and global business environment.