Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode

Globalizing Indian Thought

2 - YE A R M B A
F O R WO R K I N G P R O F E S S I O N A L S

BATCH 17

EXECUTIVE POST GRADUATE

PROGRAMME IN MANAGEMENT (EPGP)
You cannot lead
unless you are
future-oriented
- CK Prahalad
The IIM Kozhikode Advantage
From The Director’s Desk
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Executive
Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) at IIM Kozhikode, a
journey that promises to transform your professional
trajectory and enrich your personal growth.
At IIM Kozhikode, we strive to create an environment
where academic rigor meets practical relevance, enabling
our students to excel in their careers and become leaders
in their respective fields. Our growing global footprints
acknowledged and accredited by leading institutions of the world are a
testimony to growth we have achieved in our 28-year journey of academic
excellence. Having ample foresight as an educational institution is vital, in a world
that is rapidly changing. That is why we have chosen to think about what IIM
Kozhikode will be able to contribute to India and the world some three decades
from now with 'Vision 2047: Globalizing Indian Thought'. The Institute has set for
itself a pre-eminent role with the above motto. The sheer scale, scope, and
potential impact that India will have on 21st-century businesses makes us believe
that this is a crucial aspiration.
Our EPGP is designed to cater to the diverse needs of experienced professionals
like you, providing a unique blend of cutting-edge curriculum, industry exposure,
and peer learning opportunities. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure and
immersive learning experiences will equip you with the requisite knowledge and
skills to tackle the complex challenges of today's dynamic business landscape.
Moreover, the vibrant community at IIM Kozhikode fosters collaboration,
innovation, and lifelong connections, ensuring that your learning extends beyond
the confines of the classroom.
I invite you to join our esteemed cohort of professionals and embark on a journey
of discovery, growth, and success. Together, let us redefine boundaries, push
limits, and create a legacy that inspires generations to come.
I look forward to welcoming you to the IIM Kozhikode family and witnessing your
remarkable journey unfold.
Wishing you the best,

Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director IIM Kozhikode

Pursue MBA without
quitting your job
Introducing Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP)
in Management for Working Professionals

2 year
programme

#3 NIRF
2023 (Management)

750 hours
Learning through
an Interactive platform

16 batches
of shared learning

13,000+
alumni network
The programme creates a diverse cohort of participants, fostering a
platform for knowledge exchange among junior, middle, and senior
professionals. Balancing work and learning, coupled with earning an
MBA from a prestigious institution, makes it an irresistible
proposition. Designed with a blend of contemporary management
theories and practical application, the programme aims to provide a
globally oriented management education.

Its innovative curriculum and effective teaching methods equip

participants to enhance their real-world performance. This
programme empowers executives and entrepreneurs in the
knowledge economy to elevate their organizations to new heights.
 Eligibility
• A bachelor's degree* or its equivalent in any discipline with minimum
50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

In absence of a recognized bachelor's degree, CA/ICWA/CS with 50%

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marks is acceptable.

• The degree obtained from a foreign University subject to producing the

equivalency certificate from AIU (Association of Indian Universities) or
any Government of India approved assessment agency, or an Indian
University approved by UGC along with the proof of aggregate
percentage of marks obtained in the programme completed.

• Three years of managerial/entrepreneurial/professional experience

after successful completion of graduation as on the deadline of
submitting the application online. Work experience before completion
of graduation will not be considered for eligibility. An experience
certificate issued by the current employer dated after the online
application submission date is necessary in the case of applicants who
have exactly three years of work experience while applying for the
programme. In case of applicants with more than three years of work
experience while applying for the programme, latest experience
certificate along with other experience certificates justifying the three
years will be sufficient to prove eligibility. However the years of work
experience calculated will be subject to the proof of documents
submitted. The date of issue of the provisional certificate/original
degree certificate/convocation date (whichever is earlier) will be
considered as the date of graduation to calculate the work experience
after the graduation.

                   
              
           

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The minimum eligibility criteria adopted by IIMK in the admission for the Executive
Post Graduate Programme in Management is given below:

CATEGORY DEGREE CA/ICWA/CS

(Min Aggregate Marks)

General 50% 50%

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 50% 50%

EWS 50% 50%

Women 45% 50%

SC 40% 50%

ST 40% 50%

PwD 40% 50%

Minimum work experience required to apply for the programme remains THREE
years for all candidates irrespective of the category under which the candidate is
applying. The candidate should possess the latest OBC (Non-Creamy layer)
certificate/EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Certificate/Caste Certificate,
issued after 30.04.2023 while applying. Candidates are required to produce the
latest certificates on the date of registration if admitted. Request for changing the
category will not be considered after submitting the application online.
Programme Highlights

Comprehensive and Two-year, blended An MBA Degree

intensive curriculum flagship Executive from IIM Kozhikode
Education Programme

Designed for working Flexibility with Option to take a temporary

executives with Interactive two class timings break for a maximum
Learning (IL) platform period of one year & rejoin

IIM Kozhikode Alumni Rigorous selection Diverse candidate group

status with access to process: EMAT & for rich peer-learning
13,000+ alumni network Personal Interview and networking

Three in-campus Global recognition from

modules of one week each AMBA, EQUIS, and support
throughout the programme from IIMK LIVE
Rise to the
leadership
ranks
Over the course of two
years, the programme
will equip and empower Deep understanding of key
participants with functions, their purpose, and role
transformational
knowledge, skills, and
capabilities.

Comprehension of economic
trends and regulatory swings

A world view of key

management issues and
challenges

Use of various analytical tools

and techniques to create
business opportunities

Actionable knowledge, strategic

thinking, and leadership
competencies
Our Learning
Approach
A deep dive into
the modules
The duration of the EPGP in Management is Two Academic Years, split
into Seven Quarters, and further structured across Three Modules.

1st YEAR – Module 1 – Core Courses

The first year of the programme is divided into Four Quarters. The first
year contributes towards compulsory core courses covered in 380 hours
of instruction, via an in-campus module of one-week duration conducted
at the IIM Kozhikode campus, and live lectures over the Interactive
Learning (IL) platform.

2nd YEAR – Module 2 – Elective Courses

The second year of the programme is divided into Three Quarters. The
second year of the curriculum contributes towards elective courses
offered by various academic areas. Participants should choose elective
courses accounting for 28 credits in total (all three Quarters put together)
from a bouquet of courses from all subject areas to cover 280 hours of
instruction.

2nd YEAR – Module 3 – Compulsory Advanced Courses

During the second year, the programme would be covering compulsory
advanced courses such as Leadership and Corporate Accountability,
International Business, Business Simulation and Business Plan Project.
These courses are delivered during the second and third in-campus
modules. The successful completion of the module of 9 credits in total
is essential to be eligible for the award of the degree.

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 Campus Immersion
• The first module is conducted at the beginning of the
first year, the second module is conducted after the
beginning of the second year, and the third module
is conducted at the end of the second year.

• The three in-campus modules provide all

participants a case-based learning perspective, a
foundation for analytical thinking; and orient them
to the learning culture of IIM Kozhikode; besides
discussions on contemporary issues in management
practice and trends in the industry and business.

• Attending all the in-campus modules is a

mandatory requirement to successfully complete the
programme.

• Participants are expected to make their own

arrangements for travel and stay during the
in-campus modules.

Delivery Methods
& Pedagogy

Presentations Assignments

Interactive Platform
 Learn with comfort
IIM Kozhikode (IIMK) offers participants an option where working executives
across India can choose from the two different sessions of delivery available.

1. WEEKEND SESSION 2. COMBINED SESSION

Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 PM to 9:45 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 PM to 9:45 PM
Sunday: 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM

The above schedule is for the first year of the programme. The session format
1 or 2 selected during the application process is final and cannot be altered.

    

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ELECTIVE AREA CLASS SCHEDULE

Monday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

MARKETING
Sunday: 3:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Thursday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

STRATEGY
Sunday: 12:15 PM – 3:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

OPERATIONS
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

FINANCE
Saturday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

HUMAN RESOURCES
Saturday: 3:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Sunday: 3:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Thursday: 7:00 PM - 9:45 PM

ECONOMICS
Sunday: 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM

HUMANITIES AND Friday: 7:00 PM - 9:45 PM

LIBERAL ARTS Sunday: 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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 CERTIFIED SUCCESS
WITH COVETED ALUMNI STATUS

DEGREE
On successful completion of the two-year programme, participants would
be awarded the Master of Business Administration degree by IIMK.
 Here’s what our
Alumni think

The depth and breadth of the

ASHISH GUPTA world-class course curriculum
Vice President, has enabled me to stay ahead in
Accenture my peer group. The concepts
and framework taught by IIM
Doing my postgraduation from IIM Kozhikode faculty have real-life
Kozhikode was a dream business applications. It has
experience. I remember visiting aided my transition from a
the campus for the first time and delivery-centric project
breathing in deeply of the management role to a business
atmosphere of positivity. The yen strategy consultant. As well as
for learning, knowledge, and earned me the appreciation of
gaining perspective, was my company’s top management.
incredibly infectious. Looking
forward to the learning sessions
and burning the midnight oil to
SAUGATA DAS
Associate
make good grades; all came to
Consultant, TCS
fruition on Convocation Day when
the degree was conferred.

PURANAM PRAKASH The learning from this course

Chief Manager- is immense. I felt like I was
Maintenance, HPCL back in school as I joined a
class of 180 at IIM Kozhikode.
The in-campus modules were
The two-year course has given
a truly great experience, while
me a completely different
the campus itself elevated the
perspective. Challenges are
whole experience. It was fun,
approached from a different
and those late-night
dimension and resolved without
submissions at 11.59 p.m. will
fear of failure. Great
always be a cherished
improvement in interactions.
memory. I just miss it now.
Became a mentor and guided
Love IIMK. Branded for Life.
juniors. Successfully developed
and tested a new product, thus
replacing an existing imported
additive under cost leadership
initiatives. Finally, got promoted
RAHEEL AHMED
Biocon
from Chief Manager to DGM.
Deputy Manager,
A GLANCE AT OUR
PAST LEARNERS 8.24% 2.10%

JOB PROFILES 26.98%

31.18% 03 - 05 Years
06 - 09 Years
10 - 15 Years
16 - 19 Years
31.50% Above 20 Years
Information Operations
Technology Management
INDUSTRIES
Human Manufacturing & Automotive
Resources Production
Banking
Information Technology
Legal & Finance &
Compliance Accounting Insurance
Pharmaceuticals
Marketing & General Sales & Marketing
Sales Management
Healthcare

Our Alumni Work At

IIM Kozhikode
Alumni Benefits
On successful completion of the programme, participants will be eligible for the
prestigious IIM Kozhikode Alumni Status. These participants will subsequently
receive the alumni registration details from IIM Kozhikode. The benefits include:

Issuance of Alumni Identity

Access to IIMK Alumni Email Id
Card

Eligible to receive Publications MDC/Guest Rooms at prevailing

and Newsletters of IIMK periodically rates subject to availability

Online access to Kasebook Weightage for “Award of Excellence”

(Online Alumni Portal) for Distinguished Alumni Award".
 Fee Structure &
Payment Schedule
Application Fee
₹2,000 is payable at the time applying* online. Application fee remitted is not
refundable nor adjustable under any circumstances.
     

Programme Fee
Programme fee (Non-Refundable) of ₹15,50,000 to be paid in seven instalments
during the programme.
Programme fee will be collected from the participants before the
commencement of each quarter and actual due dates will be intimated during
the programme

Instalment Schedule
Instalment Instalment Additional Due Date of
No. Amount (₹) Fee Amount (₹) Payment

I 2,30,000 2,000 (SWF)* November 2024

II 2,20,000 February 2025

III 2,20,000 May 2025

IV 2,20,000 August 2025

10,000**
V 2,20,000 November 2025
(Alumni Membership Fee)

VI 2,20,000 April 2026

VII 2,20,000 August 2026

Total 15,50,000 12,000

*Student Welfare Fund (Non-refundable):

₹2,000 is payable along with the 1st instalment of the
programme fee during the admission.

** Alumni Membership Fee (Non-refundable): ₹10,000 to be

paid along with the 5th instalment.
Important Dates

Activity Phase 1 Phase 2

Online Application Start Date 06 May, 2024

Last Date to Apply Online 30 June, 2024 12 August, 2024

06, 13, 27 07, 21, 28

Date of EMAT EXAM July, 2024 September, 2024

Date of INTERVIEW 13, 14, 20, 21 July, 2024 21, 22, 28 & 29
Optional 27 & 28 July,2024 September, 2024

Declaration Selection List

20 August, 2024 18 October, 2024

Last Date for Offer Acceptance

16 September, 2024 25 October, 2024

Due Date of First Instalment

13 November, 2024 13 November, 2024
Payment

Registration Date 02 & 07 December, 2024

Batch Inauguration 08 December, 2024

Dates of First In-Campus Module

02 - 13 December, 2024

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FAQs
What is the title of the certificate awarded after successful completion of the
programme?
Participants of this programme are awarded ‘Master of Business Administration’
after successful completion of the programme.

Whether the programme has assessment/evaluation during the course?Yes.

There will be various kind of assessment for each course including quarter-end
examination, quiz, assignment, project, etc.

Will I get alumni status of IIM Kozhikode after completing the programme
Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management?
Yes. Upon successful completion of the programme, participant will be an
alumnus of IIM Kozhikode.

Whether this programme can be attended on from home/office?

Participant can attend the live classes online only from designated classroom
centres across India managed by M/s Times Professional Learning.

Whether the candidates holding diploma after 10+2 is considered for

admission?
Diploma is not considered as eligibility criteria for admission to any of the
Executive Post Graduate Programmes.

Whether I am eligible to apply for PhD after successful completion of the

programme?
The eligibility norms for PhD programmes are decided by respective universities
and may vary. Candidates who have completed the EPGP programme for
working executives and have been awarded the MBA degree are eligible to
apply for the FPM (PhD) & PhD (Practice track) in IIMK.

Is there any placement assistance to the students after the successful

completion of the programme?
EPGP programmes are meant for those executives in their middle / senior
management positions wishing to augment their management expertise and
leadership abilities. The programme is supposed to help working executives in
their current work roles and career progression paths. Hence a
formal placement assistance scheme is not part of this programme.
Assessment Letter
Grade
Grade
Point

There will be various examinations and A+ 4.33

evaluations for each course, including
quarter-end examinations, quizzes,
assignments, projects, etc. For each
A 4
course, the instructor awards Letter
Grades to participants based on the
A- 3.67
academic performance and evaluation
scheme. IIMK follows a grading scheme of
13 levels ranging from A+ to F as given
B+ 3.33
below.

B 3

B- 2.67

C+ 2.33

C 2

C- 1 .67

D+ 1. 33

D 1

D- 0.67

F 0
Selection & Admission Process
IIMK adopts a three-stage selection process for its admissions to the EPGP
2024-2027 batch. The details of the these stages are given below.

Stage 1: Shortlisting of Stage 2: EMAT &

candidates based on Personal Interview
eligibility criteria
Stage 2 of the selection process comprises an
Shortlisting of applicants based on Executive Management Aptitude Test (EMAT),
eligibility criteriaThe applicants are followed by a personal interview. Admission to
shortlisted to the selection process the programme is based on the score obtained
based on the information provided in in the EMAT and Interview. The test and
the online application form and interview will be conducted online and the
supporting documents uploaded. details will be communicated to the shortlisted
The applicants meeting the eligibility applicants after the verification of application
criteria will be called for the and documents submitted.
stage 2.

A. EMAT (Executive Management Aptitude Test)* The EMAT would assess the basic
logical, numerical, and verbal ability of applicants, necessary for successful completion
of the programme. The objective of the screening test is to filter the entry of applicants
to the Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) in Management offered by IIMK, in
order to ensure the required standards by assessing the capabilities of the applicants in
an objective manner. The test will be designed and evaluated by IIMK. The test will be
of one-hour duration consisting of 40 questions. Those applicants who satisfy the
minimum cut-off as per the following table will

CATEGORY EMAT Cut-off

General 25% (10 out of Maximum 40 marks)

OBC (NC), 20% (8 out of Maximum 40 marks)

EWS, & Women

SC 20% (8 out of Maximum 40 marks)

ST 18% (7 out of Maximum 40 marks)

PwD 18% (7 out of Maximum 40 marks)

*In lieu of EMAT score, applicants are permitted to choose CAT/GRE/GMAT score not
older than 3 years as on date of EMAT test. Applicants with GRE/GMAT/CAT scores
can get exemption from writing the EMAT exam.

The cut-offs for GRE/GMAT/CAT are as follows:

• Minimum of 75 percentile in CAT
• Minimum score of 700 in GMAT
• GRE verbal reasoning score of 151, quantitative reasoning score of 152,
and analytical writing score of 3.5

B. Personal Interview
The scores of the interview process will be standardised to offset the panel
differences. The minimum cut-off for the interview based on the standardised marks
is given below.

CATEGORY EMAT Cut-off

General 25% (15 out of Maximum 60 marks)

OBC (NC),
20% (12 out of Maximum 60 marks)
EWS, & Women

SC 15% (9 out of Maximum 60 marks)

ST 15% (9 out of Maximum 60 marks)

PwD 15% (9 out of Maximum 60 marks)

The merit list will be prepared by summing up the scores of EMAT/CAT/GRE/GMAT

and PI. Admission will be based on the merit list. Securing only minimum score in
(A) OR (B) above does not entail admission.

Applicants with Distinguished Accomplishments

Candidates with distinguished accomplishments in their respective fields can get
waiver of the EMAT exam. The selection will be based on profile evaluation and
personal interview.

Reservation Policy
IIM Kozhikode will follow Government of India reservation policy for admission to
Central Educational Institutions (CEIs).
Any dispute concerning Admissions for the EPGP Batch of 2024-2027 would be
subject to jurisdiction of competent Courts within Kozhikode only.
Important information

e. Applicants are required to download and save the application form for future reference.

GMAT/CAT/GRE get EMAT

Degree mark sheets of all years/semesters/consolidated mark list.

iv) Degree Certificate.

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03. Selection Process & In-Campus Slot

a. Possibility of different cut-offs: There may be different cut-offs set for two phases of
the admission process.
b. Those who have received admission during Phase-I of the process and paid
Quarter-I fee in full will be intimated about the slot for in-campus (as the
in-campus is conducted in two consecutive weeks).
c. The schedule selected (weekend/combined) during the application process
will be final and cannot be changed.

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GOD’S OWN
KAMPUS
IIMK EPGP Media Coverage
CREATING
WOMEN
LEADERS
 Creating leaders
of tomorrow
Globalizing Indian Thought

Started in 1997 with its Post Graduate Programme (PGP), the Indian Institute of
Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is on a high growth trajectory today,
offeringwidest range of academic programmes in the field of management
education. These include Fellow Programme in Management, Executive PG
Programmes, Management Development Programmes and Faculty
Development Programmes. IIMK set up a Satellite campus at Infopark, Kochi, in
2013 dedicated to Executive Education. IIMK has also the unique distinction of
launching a PhD (Practice Track) programme for working professionals besides
bringing in new dynamic courses like the one-year Post Graduate programme in
Business Leadership (2019) MBA in Finance and MBA in Liberal Studies &
Management (2020). The institute is also home to IIMK LIVE a first-of-its-kind
startup incubation programme and the Indian Business Museum.

IIMK is ranked 3rd as per NIRF India Rankings 2023: Management. The institute
also features regularly among top global institutes for its flagship MBA (PGP) and
EMBA programme (EPGP) in QS World University Rankings. The Institute has
leapfrogged 100 spots to be placed in the Top 151-200 Institutes in Business &
Management Studies globally, as per the QS World University Rankings by
Subject 2024. IIMK is globally accredited by EQUIS (EFMD) and AMBA (UK). IIMK
also made its debut in the prestigious Financial Times Rankings (FT Rankings
2024) at 72nd position among the top-75 Open-enrolment executive programme
providers globally, catapulting the 28-years young IIM to an exclusive list of
foremost providers of executive education in the world. IIMK has successfully
delivered close to 1,300 MDP programmes for the past two decades, training
more than 41,000 participants from 150+ organisations – which also include
several Fortune 500 companies – in the process.
 National Rankings

#1 #3 #3
Times B School National Institutional India's Best B-School
Survey 2024 Ranking Framework, 2023 The Week-Hansa
(Management) Research Survey, 2023

International Rankings

#72 #77
Eduniversal Rankings Financial Times Open Financial Times Masters
4 Palms of Excellence Enrolment Executive in Management Ranking
Top Business School Education Rankings 2023 2023

The EPGP Office

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode,
IIMK Campus P. O.,Kozhikode 673 570, Kerala, India

For more details and apply online, visit: Contact Numbers: 0495-2809418 / 411/ 223 /412 / 417
iimk.ac.in/academic-programmes/Executive/ Contact Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
(Monday to Saturday excluding holidays)
E mail: epgpadmission@iimk.edu.in
E mail: epgpadmission@iimk.ac.in
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