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Great Lakes Chennai Executive MBA Admission 2024: Fees, Selection Process, Placement

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Post Graduate Programme in Management [PGPM]

Course Fees

Course Duration

1 Year

Tuition Fees

11.20 Lakhs

Total Fees

21.25 Lakhs

Total Fees

21.25 Lakhs

Detailed Fees

general

Total Fees	₹ 2125000

Course Information

Eligibility Criteria

Valid CAT^*/GMAT^x/XAT⁺/CMAT scores. For PGPM admission process 2024-25, Great Lakes Institute of Management will accept scores of GMAT taken after 1^st January 2021, CAT taken in 2022/2023, XAT taken in 2023/2024 or CMAT 2023. CMAT 2024 Scores will only be accepted if CMAT results are declared before the final admission deadline.
NMAT^# 2022 onwards scores will additionally be accepted for PGPM 2024-25. You can enter scores from multiple attempts. Only the best score will be considered for your admissions.
A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution
Typically candidates with 2 to 10 years of work experience are considered. However, exceptional students with 21+ months of experience (by April 30^th, 2024) may be considered.
Candidates with 2-3 years of work experience by 30th April 2024 are encouraged to apply for the One Year Flagship PGPM. They are also eligible to apply for the Two year PGDM.
In case an eligible candidate would like to apply for both the programs, they may do so by filling the application forms for both PGPM and PGDM separately. Candidates will be evaluated based on the respective program’s admission criteria. The admissions panel may also recommend the candidates for a specific program based on the assessment and program fit.
Freshers and candidates with experience lesser than 24 months strictly may apply to the Great Lakes PGDM Program

Course Details

Latest Update: Great Lakes PGPM admission 2024 has started and the last date to apply is February 10, 2024.

Great Lakes Chennai offers an PGPM program to candidates with a minimum of 8 years of full-time work experience. Great Lakes is one of the institutes of India, has been ranked 31st for MBA by NIRF 2023. The institute accepts valid scores obtained in the CAT/ XAT+/ EA by GMAC/ Equivalent Test or Great Lakes Aptitude Test. The institute arranges a Written Test & Interview session for the selection purpose.

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM is a 20-months academic program, divided into 7 terms. The curriculum is designed to provide professionals with general management competencies and prepares them for their aspirations. The program covers all the management science areas of specializations, namely, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Technology, and Human Resources Management.

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Important Dates 2024

Event	Dates
PGPM admission 2024 Starts	August 01, 2023
Last Date to Apply for Cycle 1	December 1, 2023
AWT - Cycle 1	December 7, 2023
PI - Cycle 1	December 9 - 10, 2023
Last Date to Apply for Cycle 2	February 10, 2024

Table of Content

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Course Highlights
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Fees Structure 2023-24
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Eligibility Criteria
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Selection Criteria
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Application Process
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Course Details
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM FAQs

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Course Highlights

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM is a 7 term blended, rigorous program with 7.5 days of classroom sessions in each term.
The learning mode of the PGPM program is available both in Online & Offline mode.
Great Lakes Chennai charges INR 21,25,000 for the PGPM program.
The PGPM program of Great Lakes Chennai is a compulsory residential curriculum during the contact modules.
Great Lakes Chennai PGPM program students have been offered a number of corporate sponsorship in each batch.

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Fees Structure 2023-24

Program & Academic Fees	Indian Students(INR)	International Student(US$)
Tuition & Academic Fee	1120000	20500
Program Fee	630000	12000
Total	1750000	32500
Accommodation Charges (Single AC)*	360000	7500

Others
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	10000	300
Alumni Subscription	5000	100
Total Fees	2125000	40400

Candidates are required to pass a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate.
Students must hold a 50% marks track record throughout their academics.
Candidates with 2 to 10 years of Work Experience are considered. However, Exceptional Students with 21+ Months of Experience (by April 30th, 2024) may be considered.
Candidates with 2-3 Years of Work Experience by 30th April 2024 are encouraged to apply.
Candidates must appear in the CAT, XAT+, EA by GMAC, equivalent aptitude tests, or Great Lakes Aptitude Test.

Great Lakes Chennai Selection Criteria

Applicants should have appeared in a Standard Test like CAT, XAT+, EA by GMAC, equivalent aptitude tests or Great Lakes Aptitude Test & have qualified marks to be selected as Great Lakes uses the achieved scores for screening applications for admissions.
Candidates are required to provide two recommendations & the recommenders' valid email id so that the recommenders would be contacted at a later date.

Evaluation Process

Students will be shortlisted on the basis of information provided in the application form.
The screening process will be conducted by the university & will be based on academic performance and quality of work experience.
Shortlisted applicants will be called for Written tests & and Interviews for the final selection process.
Assessment of clarity of purpose in pursuing executive management, interview performance and overall academic achievements.

Great Lakes Chennai Application Process

To fill the application form at Great Lakes Chennai, follow the given steps:

Visit the official website of Great Lakes Chennai.
Register as a new user through email id and contact number.
Pay the application fee which is INR 1,500 through Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card.
Fill in the application form with correct details (personal, academic, work experience).
Upload a scanned Passport-size Photograph.
Upload scanned signature and self-attested documents.
Make sure to recheck all details before submitting.
Submit the form and keep a copy for future use.

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM Course Details

Great Lakes Chennai PGPM is a post-graduate professional program offered in the Management domain for the duration of 20 months.

It is a 7 terms program provided for working executives to develop competencies in General Management and Business Leadership.
It is a residential program, each term requires 7.5 days of classroom sessions with a set of core courses on Finance, Marketing, Operations, Technology and Human Resources Management.
The pedagogy forms the basis of the learning process, following through components through the digital learning platform in the following 3 months after each term.

The curriculum is noted down as follows:

Themes	Courses
Business Essentials Fundamentals	Business Economics, Basic Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Managerial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Negotiations & Bargaining
Analytical Core	Business Statistics, SPSS/SAS, R & Python, Excel for Business Management, Optimization Models for Business Decision Making
Value Chain Demand & Supply Functions	Marketing Management, Market Research, Product & Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Sales & Distribution Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Strategic Total Quality Management
Technology, Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship	Design Thinking, Innovation & New Product Development, Entrepreneurship, AI, Machine Learning, Analytics and Block Chain (AIMLAB) Management
Leadership & Strategy for Enduring Success	Organization Behavior, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Strategy Execution, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Profitability Management, Equity & Commodity Markets Valuations, Mergers & Acquistions, Business Law & Ethics (Module), Corporate Governance, Transformational Leadership and Change Management
Succeeding in Global Environment	International Business Management, Doing Business in Far East, Business Language (International)
Action Learning	Board Room Simulation, Capstone/Business Project(terms 4 to7), International Immersion (optional)
International Immersion (Optional)

FAQs

Ques. What will be the CAT percentile to be selected for Great Lakes Chennai PGPM?

Ans. Students are required to have at least 80% at CAT to be selected for Great Lakes Chennai PGPM program. After qualifying CAT cutoff students are required to participate in the WAT & PI session for the final selection process. Check: Great Lake Chennai Cutoff

Ques. Does work experience matter at the admission process of Great Lakes Chennai PGPM?

Ans. Yes, work experience has a different weighatge while the admission process of Great Lakes Chennai PGPM:

Work Experience	Weightage
<10 years	20%
10 - 15 years	48%
16 - 20 years	8%
>20 years	24%

Ques. Does qualified CAT score require for taking admission to Great Lakes Chennai PGPM?

Ans. Yes, a valid score in the CAT is required to take admission in Executive Program at Great Lakes Chennai. The institute also accepts qualified score achieved in the XAT+, EA by GMAC, equivalent aptitude tests or Great Lakes Aptitude Test.

Ques. What is the mode of application at Great Lakes Chennai for PGPM?

Ans. The application form can be filled either through the online mode or the application form can be purchased from the office of the institute for offline mode. Due COVID-19 Great Lakes keeping the application in Online mode only. Pay the application fee through Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card and enter the required personal and academic details.

Ques. Does Great Lakes Chennai refund fee if any student wants to leave from the program?

Ans. No, if an applicant leaves the program for any reason after he/she has been enrolled Great Lakes Chennai does not offer any fee refund.

Ques. Does Great Lakes Chennai provide any education loan for PGPM students?

Ans. Yes, there are several ways to finance PGPM students, some participants receive full or partial sponsorship from their employers, while others utilize the educational loan provided by banks:

Axis Bank
HDFC
Bank of Baroda
Avanse
Auxilo

Placement

Highest Placement	₹ 46.0 Lakhs
Average Placement	₹ 14.5 Lakhs
Top Companies

Great Lakes Chennai Admission 2024 Dates

Important Events

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College Ranking

Ranking of Great Lakes Institute of Management

Answered Questions

Great Lakes Institute of Management: 33 answered questions

Ques

How is PGPM course of Great Lakes Chennai?

● Top Answer By Vrinda Khetan on 07 Mar 23

Ans

The PGPM course of Great Lakes Chennai is suitable for you only if You are from IT Background: This is because most of your peers will be IT GUYS, from TCS, Wipro, Infosys You are okay with less pay: Almost 95% companies offer packages around 7-9 LPA including various components. The overall salary is less than 5 Lakhs. Want to go back to the IT field after placements: The highest roles offered are from the IT sector else very substandard roles are offered. You are willing to settle in Chennai: Most companies offer jobs in Chennai itself so if you are ready to settle in Chennai, go for it. Honestly, the faculty, and accommodation facilities are not at par with the usual standards and you might even regret your decision as you will end up with a low salary and no career prospects.

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Ques

Which institute is better, GLIM Chennai PGPM or XIMB?

● Top Answer By Rahul Sinha on 03 Aug 22

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XIMB is the better option. It has a legacy of over 31 years and boasts of an excellent 7500+ alumni base. XIMB alumni are dominating the corporate world all across the globe. All major MNCs visit XIMB placements. Students are offered diverse profiles from reputed companies. During the 2022 placement drive, the average CTC offered was INR 17.54 LPA, and the highest CTC offered was INR 32.21 LPA. In terms of academics, placements, extracurricular and alumni connections, XIMB is certainly better among these options.

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Given a choice between GIM GLIM FORE and TAPMI for PGDM marketing which one would you pick and why?

● Top Answer By Hardik Nagar on 09 Mar 23

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If you're considering pursuing an MBA in Marketing, GIM could be the best option for you. This is because GIM is known for having the best marketing faculty among the options available. The faculty members are highly experienced and knowledgeable, and they provide students with a comprehensive understanding of marketing concepts and practices. On the other hand, if you're looking for the top-ranked management school among the options provided, GLIM Chennai should be your choice. GLIM Chennai consistently ranks at the top among B-schools in the country, and it has an excellent reputation for providing a world-class education. Moreover, GLIM Chennai has strong industry linkages and provides students with plenty of opportunities to interact with top recruiters. This is a significant advantage, as it gives students the chance to network with industry leaders and gain valuable insights into the field. If you're looking to pursue a career in PGDM Marketing, GIM could be the best choice among GLIM, FORE, and TAPMI as it provides excellent training and education in this field. However, if you're looking for a top-ranked institution and want to maximize your chances of getting hired by top recruiters, GLIM Chennai is the way to go. Ultimately, the decision of which institution to choose depends on your personal goals, preferences, and priorities. Both institutions offer world-class education and exceptional faculty, so it's essential to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making a final decision.

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Ques

Which one to choose? IMT Ghaziabad full time vs Great Lakes, Chennai 2 year PGDM?

● Top Answer By Rishi Sharma on 16 Feb 23

Ans

Great Lakes, Chennai is better known for its 1-year PGPM program, while the PGDM program has not gained the same level of attention or appreciation as its PGPM counterpart. Additionally, as a relatively new B-school, Great Lakes is not as established as IMT Ghaziabad, which has a rich legacy of around 30 years. While it's true that the batch size of IMT Ghaziabad can be seen as a drawback, if you are in the top 20-30% of the batch, your placements can be comparable to top-tier B-schools like NMIMS, IIFT, and IIM I/K. IMT is particularly known for its marketing specialization, so if you want to specialize in marketing, IMT can be considered a default choice.

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Ques

Comparing IIM Bangalore and Great Lakes, which would be a better option to go for an executive business analytics course?

● Top Answer By Gaurav Mukharjee on 26 Jul 22

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For an Executive Business Analytics course, Grate Lakes will be a better option. The course structure is flexible and incorporates the requirement of working professionals. The course is delivered through a balanced blend of classroom teaching and online sessions. The curriculum is rigorous and covers topics from fundamentals to expert level. Great Lakes Business Analytics course focuses on imparting domain knowledge using Analytics techniques from fundamental to advanced levels through R and Python. Evaluation is done through quizzes, assignments, and capstone project. Great Lakes faculty includes prominent names such as Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar (Standford alumni), and Dr. P K Viswanathan (Ph.D. from Madras University). In terms of academics and resources, Great Lakes Business Analytics course is among the best in the country.

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Ques

Which one is better: a PGDM-BKFS at TAPMI or a PGDM at Great Lakes Institute of Management?

● Top Answer By Himani Chaudhary on 09 Mar 23

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If you're interested in TAPMI's BFSI-oriented course, it would be a good idea to speak with seniors of that particular program for more information. However, if you're considering TAPMI's PGDM program in general, it is a pretty good option. Great Lakes Chennai's PGDM program is relatively new, but it's already picking up momentum. The average salary package for its second batch was around 8.75 lakhs, and companies like Coke, Airtel, Lava, Snapdeal, Amazon, HDFC, Axis, Kotak, and many others recruited from the program. It's important to note that placements are just one aspect to consider when selecting a program. Great Lakes Chennai also boasts some of the best faculty and infrastructure in India, making it a great choice for those seeking a high-quality education. Overall, it's important to research and considers all aspects of a program when deciding where to pursue your MBA, including the course offerings, faculty, infrastructure, and placement opportunities.

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Ques

Is Great Lakes Gurgaon PGPM as good as Chennai campus in terms of education and placements?

● Top Answer By Gaurav Mukharjee on 02 Jun 22

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There is hardly any difference between Great Lakes Gurgaon and Chennai campus in terms of education and placements. Key faculty is shared for the campuses. Placement is combined. Facilities, resources, and exposure are also similar on both campuses. The Great Lakes Gurgaon campus also has some additional benefits as it is located near the corporate hub of Delhi NCR. Students get good exposure to diverse industries such as E-Commerce, Analytics, Internet Business, etc. They also get the chance to do live projects with corporates in NCR.

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Which college should be given preference for pursuing an MBA, MDI Gurgaon (2 yr PGDM), Great Lakes Chennai (1 yr PGPM) or IIT Madras (2 yr PGDM)?

● Top Answer By Vasishta Burugula on 07 Mar 23

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While many might have drawn several general comparisons between the institutes, my answer will target only one aspect which is your work experience. Fresher Freshers can refer to the following preference order. MDI Gurgaon>Great Lakes (2-year course) >IIT Madras Experienced If you are someone with enough work experience,va I will suggest the following preference order MDI Gurgaon>Great Lakes (1-year course) > IIT Madras

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Which is the best choice for an experienced IT professional? XIMB, TAPMI or Great Lakes for MBA?

● Top Answer By Arshit Jain on 09 Mar 23

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If you're looking for the top management schools among XIMB, TAPMI, or Great Lakes, XIMB would be the best choice, followed by TAPMI, and then Great Lakes. XIMB and TAPMI are known for their excellent IT industry profiles, with companies like Deloitte hiring from these institutions. When it comes to choosing a business school, it's essential to consider factors such as the quality of education, faculty, campus life, and placement opportunities. XIMB and TAPMI both offer a well-rounded educational experience and are known for their rigorous curriculum and exceptional faculty. These institutions also attract top-tier recruiters, particularly in the IT industry, which is a significant plus for students who want to pursue careers in this field. In particular, companies like Deloitte have a strong presence in XIMB and TAPMI, and they regularly hire graduates for their IT departments. This not only provides students with an excellent career opportunity but also gives them the chance to work with some of the most reputable firms in the industry. Overall, if you're considering pursuing a management education and want to work in the IT industry, XIMB and TAPMI are both excellent choices to consider. These institutions offer a great learning experience, an excellent faculty, and some of the best placement opportunities in the country.

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Which will be a better option for a B.Tech fresher, HRM in XIMB or PGDM in Great Lakes Chennai?

● Top Answer By Ruhee Singhania on 16 Mar 23

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When you are making a choice between courses or colleges, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of yourself and your career expectations. Taking the time to reflect on your interests, strengths, and goals will help you choose a path that is fulfilling and rewarding. MBA programs offer specializations in various domains such as HR, Marketing, or Finance, and each requires a unique skill set. To make an informed decision, it is important to research and understand the roles and responsibilities of a manager in each field and determine where your strengths and interests lie. When it comes to selecting a college, you may find that XIMB is a superior option. However, it is important to note that the college you choose should align with your career goals and aspirations. Ultimately, your success in your chosen career path will depend on your ability to understand yourself and make a decision based on your individual strengths and aspirations. By taking the time to reflect and make an informed decision, you can set yourself up for a fulfilling and successful career.

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