IIT Kanpur launches 3 eMaster degrees in business, finance, public policy; GATE not required

NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has launched three new cohorts of eMasters degrees in business finance, financial analysis, and public policy. Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineering (GATE) score is not required to apply for these three eMasters degrees and can be pursued without pausing professional career, the institute said.

Department of Economics, IIT Kanpur said that the students will be given 1 to 3 years for completion of the course. The 3 executive programmes adopt a high-impact approach, featuring weekend-only live interactive classes and self-paced learning. “The robust 60-credit, industry-focused curricula are delivered by esteemed faculty and researchers from IIT Kanpur,” it said.

Further, students will also be able to transfer up to 60 credits for further education - MTech or PhD - at IIT Kanpur. The programme also provides participants with access to the IIT Kanpur placement cell, incubation cell, and alumni network, creating a valuable career advancement and networking experience.

According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics, the financial industry is projected to witness an 11% increase in financial analyst roles by 2026.

“The launch of the e-Masters programs coincides with India's rapid ascent as the world's fastest-growing economy—a testament to the effectiveness of strategic public policies and forward-thinking initiatives driving this progress. Within this transformative landscape, India's financial sector is poised for substantial growth until 2035, buoyed by increasing incomes, strategic government interventions, and digital integration,” it said.