PGPX: One Year Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the eligibility criteria for admission to PGPX?

Following are the basic criteria for the PGPX V (2010-11) starting in April 2010:

(a) Bachelors Degree or equivalent in any discipline
(b) Minimum Age: 27 years at the start of the programme
[born on or before March 31, 1983]
(c) Upper age limit: None
(d) GMAT (www.mba.com) score obtained between April 1, 2006 and August 11, 2009.To ensure that scores are sent directly to IIMA, please enter GMAT Code for IIMA PGPX
CQQ-RR-60.
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2. What are the criteria for admission?

Admitted candidates should have good GMAT scores, a good academic record, a clear idea of why they prefer IIMA for doing their one year programme, leadership potential and substantial work experience that shows some evidence of a supervisory/managerial role in an organization that they have worked for.
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3. Is the admission process different for sponsored candidates?

No. All candidates, whether sponsored or not, will go through the PGPX admission process.
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4. Is there a minimum GMAT score?

No. But higher the GMAT score, better the chance of admission.
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5. If I have more than one GMAT score, which will be considered?

Highest score amongst the tests taken after April 1, 2006 and on/before August 11,2009 will be considered for PGPX IV (2009-10).
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6. Is it sufficient to submit the application with the test centre score or do you need the official score from Pearson before the last date?

We will accept the test centre (unofficial) GMAT score from candidates up to August 11, 2009 which is the deadline for receiving the application forms.

Candidates are required to have the official score sent from Pearson to IIMA [CODE:CQQ-RR-60 ] soon after their submission of scores/application. The application will be considered incomplete unless the GMAT score is received from Pearson.
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7. Will CAT scores be considered?

We will not be considering CAT scores for PGPX.
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8. What is the minimum marks/grade I should have at the Bachelors' level for me to apply for admission?

There is no minimum. However, selected candidates are likely to have had a consistently good academic record.
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9. I have already completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Management/MBA and have been working since then. Will this earlier education be considered as a disqualification for the PGPX?

No.
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10. What is 'substantial' work experience?

Adhering to minimum age of 27 years at the start of the programme, a normal graduate should have 6 to 7 years of post qualification, full time work experience. Similarly, post graduate should have 5 to 6 years of experience. PhD/M.Phil can be evaluated on case to case basis.
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11. Should the experience be in a for-profit organization?

Not necessary.
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12. How would leadership potential be judged?

Leadership potential will be judged partly through application form content and partly through interview.
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13. The profile of the first, second and third batch is better than mine. Will I be considered for the next PGPX?

Yes. Profiles can vary from batch to batch. Further, the profile information of PGPX I (2006–07), PGPX II (2007-08) and PGPX III (2008-09) is the ‘average’ of the batch.
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14. Is there any reservation for people working outside India?

No. However the programme is actively seeking an international mix of students.
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15. Is there any reservation for company sponsored candidates?

No.
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16. How many seats are available?

We are open to taking up to 160 high quality students

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17. What are the specialisations available for the PGPX?

The focus is on general management and hence, no specialisation (minor) is officially offered. The programme, however, will offer a wide selection of elective courses for those wanting to do more courses in a particular area.
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18. Which electives are available to the students?

Electives will depend on student interest and faculty supply. Our effort will be to provide a wide range of electives including on marketing, finance, supply chain management, strategic management, sectoral areas like financial services, infrastructure etc.
Based on the students' preference of PGPX I (2006-07), 11 electives were offered in Term III and 19 were offered in Term V. Similarly, in PGPX II (2007-08), 11 electives were offered in Term III and 15 were offered in Term V and 12 electives are being offered in Term III of PGPX III (2008-09).
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19. What degree is offered at the end of the programme?

On successful completion, students are given a One Year Post-Graduate Diploma in Management for Executives. This may be considered equivalent to the one year management programmes offered by INSEAD (France), Asian Institute of Management (Philippines), University of Pittsburgh (USA), Cranfield (UK), Indian School of Business (India) etc.
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20. How is PGPX different from the existing two year Post Graduate Programme (PGP) at IIMA?

PGPX is aimed at experienced executives who wish to acquire formal education in management. It has a general management focus, with an emphasis on managing across borders and cultures. It has an International Immersion component besides teaching content drawn from many countries. The goal is to prepare students to be ready to take leadership positions in the firms that they join.
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21. How is PGPX different from the existing One-Year Post Graduate Programme in Public Management and Policy(PGP-PMP) at IIMA?

PGPX is different from PGP-PMP. The focus of the PGPX is exclusively on the private corporate sector and general management whereas PGP-PMP is focused on public management, which is broadly understood as the management of government, policy formulation, regulation, management of public enterprises, international organizations, non-government organizations. Some courses in the PGP-PMP are similar to courses in PGPX.
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22. Would the programme enable students to go for higher studies like PhD?

Yes! at IIM, Ahmedabad after successful completion of PGPX subject to certain academic standards. As of now, we are unsure about international doctoral programmes as they look more for years of education along with a Bachelors for admission. Some course waivers may depend on the Masters degree. We would hope that our programme would be recognized as Masters equivalent, just like the two year programme (which is also not a formal degree, but has got established as being a high quality post graduate education).
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23. What is the International Immersion segment?

International Immersion is a five week international segement of PGPX where all students compulsorily go abroad for one week of academic study and 4 weeks of project. It exposes the students to work practices in an environment different from their "home culture." It helps them understand the macro-economic underpinnings, strengths and weaknesses of the host country from a business perspective. The International Immersion prepares the students to take on challenging assignments anywhere in the new globalised world.

Please refer the 'International Immersion' section for more details.
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24. Will placement services be available?

Yes, to students who are not sponsored by companies. To know more on placement statistics of PGPX I and PGPX II, please visit Placements (PGPX I) and Placements (PGPX II).
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25. My age is significantly above the minimum required for PGPX. Will any company show interest in hiring me after finishing the programme?

Our attempt is to customise placement for each individual. PGPX I and II students of different age groups got placements.
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26. What is the charge for the application form and its submission?

Both are free.
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27. What is the schedule of the admission process for the programme starting in April 2009?

(i) The application form for PGPX IV (2009-10) are closed
(ii) Intimation to shortlisted candidates was sent on September 04, 2008
(iii) Interviews: September-October, 2008
(iv) Intimation to selected candidates: by October 31, 2008
(v) Acceptance of offer: by November 25, 2008

The schedule of the admission process for the programme starting in April 2010 (PGPX V) is:

(i) The application form will be available online on www.iimahd.ernet.in in 2nd week of April, 2009.
(ii) Last date for receipt of filled-in applications: August 11, 2009
(iii) Intimation to shortlisted candidates: by September 10, 2009
(iv) Interviews: September-October, 2009
(v) Intimation to selected candidates: by October 31, 2009
(vi) Acceptance of offer: by November 25, 2009
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28. What are the documents required for application?

No documents are required to be attached along with Application Form. However, the photocopies/originals would need to be provided later in the admission process. The application form specifies all the documents required. They include: GMAT score, employment history, academic background, achievements etc. While the application will seek information from these documents, the photocopies/originals would need to be provided later in the admission process.
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29. Will an entrance test be conducted? If so, where and when?

IIMA will not conduct any entrance test for PGPX. Applicants have to submit their GMAT score obtained between April 1, 2006 and August 11, 2009 for those applying in 2009 for the PGPX V (2010-11) starting in April 2010.
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30. Is staying on the institute campus mandatory?

Yes, this is a fully residential programme. Accommodation will be available for both single and married students.
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31. What will be the nature of the accommodation?

Single Accommodation:

One room + bath (total built up area: 203 sq ft)
Each room is fully furnished with air conditioner, television, refrigerator, telephone connection and internet facility.

Caution money deposit payable at the time of joining the programme by the students opting
for single accommodation will be Rs 25,000*.

Additional single room for visit of guest/relatives will be at Rs 2000* per day subject to availability. (Please contact IMDC reception on +91-79-66325700 for tariff and availability)


Married Accommodation:

Two rooms + kitchen + bath (total built up area: 676 sq ft)
Both the rooms are fully furnished. Bedroom has an air conditioner. The house has television, refrigerator, telephone connection and internet facility.

Married accommodation charges are Rs 6000* per month. The students who are offered married accommodation would require to pay non-refundable commitment charges of Rs. 36,000* which would be adjusted against the monthly charges.

Electricity charges for married accommodation will need to be paid on basis of actuals based on the meter reading.

Caution money deposit payable at the time of joining the programme by the students opting for married accommodation will be Rs 50,000*.

*Applicable for PGPX III (2008-09).

Common Facilities:

Vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals is served in the dining hall.

Facilities for indoor/outdoor games and recreation activities are available. Games such as Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football (Soccer), Hockey, Table Tennis, Tennis and Volleyball are very popular among the student community. Fitness conscious students can enroll on payment basis in the air-conditioned gymnasium or go for a jog around the scenic campus. For those who prefer to stay indoors, there is Chess, Carom or Bridge.

Three doctors are in attendance at the dispensary on the campus. A Post Office and a full fledged State Bank of India branch with ATM facility function on the campus.


Network Connectivity:

High-speed servers, running on a variety of platforms to suit all kinds of requirements, support the entire network. The Institute's network is linked to the Internet via a dedicated leased line enabling round the clock Internet connectivity on the campus. Every classroom has a computer connected to this network that allows faculty to retrieve relevant information from their desktop or the central database. This connectivity helps both the students and the faculty considerably in their research and projects. Students are expected to bring their own lap-tops.
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32. What are the financial implications of the programme?


(a) What is the fee for the programme?

The fee break up of PGPX IV(2009-10) is as following:

PGPX IV (2009-10)
Sr Family Single
1 Tution 13,74,500 13,74,500
2 Computer Fee 42,000 42,000
3 Library 41,000 41,000
4 Alumni Fee 2,500 2,500
5 Placement 10,000 10,000
6 Books & Course Material 35,000 35,000
7 International Immersion 1,70,000 1,70,000
8 Lodging
a. Married Student Housing 2,35,000 -
b. Single Accommodation - 1,40,000
9 Boarding
PGPX Dining Hall - 1,10,000
10 Electricity 15,000 15,000
11 Stationary 10,000 10,000
Total 19,35,000 19,50,000



(b) What is the fee payment mode?

For PGPX III (2008-09), two payment modes are available:

Mode 1: (Payment in Lumpsum)

PGPX III (2008-09)
a Commitment Fee on acceptance of offer (non-refundable) Before
November 24, 2007 INR 200,000 USD 5700
b Commitment Advance ONLY for Married Student Housing (MSH) to be adjusted against monthly charges (non-refundable) Before
November 24, 2007 INR 36,000 USD 1000
c Additional Commitment Fee
(non-refundable) Before
January 15, 2008 INR 200,000 USD 5700
d Caution Deposit (refundable upon final clearance from the Chief Administrative Officer at the end of the Programme)

For Single Room Accommodation
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For Married Student Housing (MSH)
At the time of Registration during April first week, 2008 INR 25,000
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INR 50,000 USD 700
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USD 1400
e Programme Fee after adjusting the commitment fees
[1,400,000 - (200,000 + 200,000)] At the time of Registration during April first week, 2008 INR 1,000,000 USD 28500


Mode 2: (Payment in Installments)

PGPX III (2008-09)
a Commitment Fee on acceptance of offer (non-refundable) Before
November 24, 2007 INR 200,000 USD 5700
b Commitment Advance ONLY for Married Student Housing (MSH) to be adjusted against monthly charges (non-refundable) Before
November 24, 2007 INR 36,000 USD 1000
c Additional Commitment Fee
(non-refundable) Before
January 15, 2008 INR 200,000 USD 5700
d Caution Deposit (refundable upon final clearance from the Chief Administrative Officer at the end of the Programme)

For Single Room Accommodation
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For Married Student Housing (MSH)
At the time of Registration during April first week, 2008 INR 25,000
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INR 50,000 USD 700
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USD 1400
e Programme Fee: First Installment (Prior to Term I) At the time of Registration during April first week, 2008 INR 175,000 USD 5000
f Programme Fee: Second Installment (Prior to Term II) Before
June, 2008 INR 300,000 USD 8500
g Programme Fee: Third Installment (Prior to Term III) Before
August, 2008 INR 300,000 USD 8500
h Programme Fee: Third Installment (Prior to Term IV) Before
December, 2008 INR 300,000 USD 8500

Note: If the value of US Dollar goes down to a level at which Indian Rupee equivalent is less than the required payment, the difference will have to be paid by the student.

The fee for the PGPX III (2008-09) is INR 14,00,000 (approximately USD 39,900) for a single student. This includes tuition, academic expenses like basic programme material, library and network charges, mess charges and accommodation. The fee also covers contribution to travel and some expenses related to the International Immersion segment. (Married students staying in married accommodation would have to pay the additional costs), please refer FAQ 31 for the same. No refund/rebate/free meals would be given if a student is not availing the mess facility for any duration. Mess charges for the visiting family members/guests will be charged at actuals as per the prevailing rates fixed by the Institute from time to time.

The payment mode of PGPX IV(2009-10) will be posted soon.

(c) What about bank loans to finance the programme?

The Institute has found several banks interested in offering loans to those admitted to the PGPX. International students, apart from their own banking sources, can approach bank branches of Indian banks in their countries.

Please click here for the details of loan schemes from banks available for PGPX. For exact details please contact the bank/s directly since the interest rates change from time to time.


(d) Does the programme offer scholarships?

As of now, there are none. But eventually, we will institute a few, especially based on performance.
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33. Can I know a little more about Ahmedabad?

Please refer the 'About Ahmedabad' section for details.
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34. Can I talk to someone at IIMA for further clarifications?

Yes, please contact

Manager, PGPX
(One Year Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives)
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad – 380015, India
Tel: +91-79-6632 4449 Fax: +91-79-6632 4447
Mobiles: 942660PGPX
982532PGPX
9825317479
Email: pgpxquery@iimahd.ernet.in Web: www.iimahd.ernet.in

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