Shillong, Dec 01:- Indian Institute of Management Shillong, launched the seventh batch of the Post Graduate Program for Working Executives (PGPWE), leading to an MBA. With a dedication to world-class management education, experimenting with new ideas, and pioneering sustainable practices, IIM Shillong continues to innovate and lead in empowering leaders to upskill and advance their careers from the comfort of their homes.
The PGPWE program aligns with the NEP 2020 principles of Flexi Learning. Designed specifically for working professionals, this Executive MBA program is tailored to offer high-quality education without interrupting participants’ professional or personal lives. Participants can learn while working.
The program requires candidates to have at least three years of work experience after graduation, combined with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA.
Key Highlights of the Program:
- Flexible Blended Learning combining live online weekend sessions with in-person campus immersion, enabling professionals to balance work, personal commitments, and academic growth.
- Designed for Working Professionals who wish to pursue advanced management education without taking a career break.
- Diverse Elective Choices, offering 60+ electives across finance, marketing, operations, HR, information systems, strategy, and liberal studies to customize learning to individual career goals.
- Leadership & Career Advancement Focus, enrolling experienced professionals with proven potential and fostering critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and industry-aligned learning.
- Immediate Workplace Impact through direct application of classroom concepts and a distinctive Executive MBA experience with networking opportunities, full-day weekend classes, and academic–industry integration.
Speaking on the program, Prof. Naliniprava Tripathy, Director I/C, IIM Shillong, stated:
“The Executive MBA program is structured to support the learning aspirations of working professionals, enabling them to pursue advanced management education while balancing academic, personal, and professional commitments. The curriculum is designed to reflect current industry requirements and equip participants with the managerial and leadership capabilities needed in a rapidly evolving business environment.”
Prof. Sitanshu Sekhar Das, Chairperson, Executive PGP, IIM Shillong, remarked,
“This PGPWE (Executive MBA) program reflects our commitment to equipping future business leaders with contemporary management principles and industry-relevant practices. Through real-world case studies and workshops, we aim to build managerial capabilities that meet the evolving demands of today’s business landscape. The 24-month structure combining online learning with on-campus and international immersion has been designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.