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Executive MBA Admission 2023: Important Dates, Entrance Exams, Eligibility, Admission Process, Top Colleges

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Executive MBA admission is done on the basis of entrance exams held at national or institutional levels. CAT, GMAT, XAT, GRE, MAT, and others are some popular exams conducted for admission to Executive MBA and other MBA programs. 

Registrations for several EMBA entrance exams have already been concluded. XAT 2023 Registration was open from August 10, 2022, to December 11, 2022, and the exam is scheduled for January 08, 2023. CAT registrations concluded on September 21, 2022, and the exam was conducted on November 27, 2022. IIM Bangalore has released the CAT 2022 results on December 21, 2022.

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Executive MBA is a 1 to 2-year course in management for working professionals to help them master their business management skills. To pursue this course, a minimum of 2 years of work experience and 50% marks in graduation are required. IIMs in India are some of the top Executive MBA colleges.

Top Executive MBA Colleges Application Deadline 2023

Institutes Accepted Exam Application Dates
IIM Ahmedabad CAT Round 1: June 20, 2022 - Aug 22, 2022
Round 2: September 5, 2022 - October 28, 2022
Round 3: November 7, 2022 - December 12, 2022
IIM Bangalore GMAT/GRE Round 1: Jun 21, 2022 to Aug 22, 2022 
Round 2: Aug 24 to Oct 10, 2022 
Round 3: Oct 12 2022 to Dec 02, 2022 
IIM Calcutta GMAT Round 1: June 30, 2022 - August 22, 2022
Round 2: August 23, 2022 - October 16, 2022
Round 3: October 17, 2022 - November 30, 2022
IIM Amritsar CAT November 14 – February 15, 2023

IIM Lucknow

 CAT November 14 – January 15, 2023
IIM Shillong WE-MAT

Round 1: November 17 – 20, 2022

Round 2: November 17 – April 13, 2023
FMS New Delhi  CAT + PI December 29 – January 20, 2023
IIM Sambalpur CAT + PI January 23 – March 03, 2023
IIM Kashipur CAT/GMAT November 21 – February 03, 2023
IIM Jammu CAT December 26 – March 31, 2023
IIM Visakhapatnam EMAT February 20 – April 01, 2023
IIT Madras Written Test September 05 - October 10, 2022
IIT Delhi CAT/GMAT December 20 – February 27, 2023
K J Somaiya CAT October 18 – March 31, 2023
SIMS Pune 2 Years of Work Experience + Personal interview November 15 – July 15, 2023
Mahindra University Written Application + Video Essay + PI January 01 – April 15, 2023
TISS, Mumbai Written Test + Personal Interview December 14 – January 02, 2023
Pandit Deendayal Energy University CAT/XAT/NMAT January 03 – June 15, 2023
Goa University CAT March 01 – 29, 2023
SIBM Bangalore 1 Year Work Experience + Written Test + Personal Interview March 15 – May 15, 2023
SIBM Pune 1 Year Work Experience + Written Test + Personal Interview October 01 – July 15, 2023
GGSIPU Delhi CAT April 15 – 30, 2023
SCMHRD Pune 1 Year Work Experience + Written Test + Personal Interview November 01 – July 10, 2023

Executive MBA Admission 2023: Entrance Exam Schedule

Various entrance exam are conducted for admission to EMBA course. Given below is a list of entrance exams along with their registration and exam dates.

Exam Name Registration Date Exam Date
CAT August 03 - September 21, 2022 November 27, 2022
XAT August 10, 2022 - November 30, 2022 January 08, 2023
IIFT October 01 – November 14, 2022 December 11, 2022
IBSAT July 01 – December 21, 2022 December 24 – 25, 2022
GMAT Throughout the Year Throughout the Year

Executive MBA Admission 2023: Admission Process

  • The Executive MBA admission process begins with registration. Candidates must complete the registration to further the application process.
  • During registration, provide the asked details like email address, phone number, etc.
  • After providing the details, pay the application fee and download the application form for future reference.
  • Candidates can download the admit card from the portal before the exam. 
  • After the exam scorecard will be released followed by a counseling process. The counselling process consists of GD and personal interviews.
  • After the counselling process, a final list of selected candidates will be released. Selected candidates must pay the fees to get admission to college/university.

Eligibility Criteria

  • A minimum of 50% marks is required in graduation from a recognized university. 
  • Applicants should be working professionals or own a business at the time of application.
  • A minimum of 2 years of work experience is required.
  • A valid scorecard of any entrance exams like GMAT, GRE, CAT, XAT, etc., is needed during the registration for Executive MBA as asked by colleges. 

Executive MBA Admission 2023: Preparation Tips

Entrance exam for admission to the Executive MBA is quite competitive and requires thorough preparation to score decent marks. 

  • First and Foremost, prepare a study routine that suits you and follow it religiously.
  • Go through the syllabus of the exam that you will be appearing for. Analyze it and mark the important topic and sub-topic.
  • Look for relevant study material or reference books and make notes from them. Making notes will help you in revising it before the exam to prevent confusion.
  • Practise the previous year's question paper and strengthen the areas in which you are weak. 
  • Analyse the exam pattern and focus on each area of the topics included in it.
  • Appear for the mock tests and check your scorecard. A mock test helps to adapt you to the exam scenario. 
  • To boost confidence, watch interviews and preparation strategy of toppers. 
  • Give optimum time to sleep and other recreational habits.

Executive MBA Admission 2023: FAQs

Ques. When will the CAT 2023 registration process begin?

Ans. The CAT 2023 official notification has not yet been released. The CAT 2023 notification will tentatively be released in July 2023.

Ques. How many attempts do a CAT exam have?

Ans. There is no age limit to appear for the CAT exam. 

Ques. What are the accepted entrance exams for admission to the Executive MBA program?

Ans. GRE, GMAT, CAT, MAT, XAT, etc., are some of the popular exams accepted for Executive MBA courses.

Ques. What are the job opportunities after completing the Executive MBA program?

Ans. Upon successful completion of the Executive MBA program one can opt for the job profiles like Communications Manager, Customer Support Executive, Quality Control Manager, Marketing and Sales Executive and Brand Executive, etc.

Ques. What is IBT in the MAT exam?

Ans. Remote Proctored Internet-Based Mode (IBT) is an online mode of exam for candidates who appear for the MAT exam from home.

Ques. How much does one need to score in the GMAT exam to get admission to the Executive MBA in IIM?

Ans. 700+ is a decent score in GMAT to get admission in any IIM in the Executive MBA program.

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Answered Questions

ZP

Is the PGPMX offered by IIM Indore equivalent to PGPX offered by IIM A or the PGP offered by ISB?

KM

Kathakali Mishra

22 Mar 22

All three of these courses are 1-year programs on Management for professionals with good industry experience. 

PGPMX IIM Indore course curriculum is up-to-date with subjects such as social media marketing and organizational perspectives. The curriculum is designed by keeping in mind that the students have at least 5 years of experience in the industry. This course includes preparatory Harvard Business School courses, to make sure that everyone is up to speed with the rigor of the program. The class profile is diverse, so you will get amazing peer-to-peer learning opportunities. 

If you have a few years of work experience, this course will help you strengthen your foundation. It will offer good career enhancement opportunities as well.

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JB

How much are IIM Bangalore Executive Education Programs are valued in the job market?

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Sinchita Banerjee

02 May 22

In terms of course structure, faculty, and learning resources, IIM Bangalore Executive program is top-notch. This program is great for people who are self-motivated or sponsored by the company. 

  • You will learn from the same faculties that teach degree programs. In the executive program, faculties often teach their latest research. 
  • The course curriculum is meticulously designed for the problems and challenges that you will face in your industry or job role. 
  • The peer learning opportunities are great. You will share your lectures with experienced professionals. 

There are no such placement opportunities after completing an executive MBA. But through the IIM Bangalore Executive MBA program, you will get the opportunity to network with accomplished professionals from your industry. You can use the network to get references for jobs in the future. The skills that you will learn in the executive program are greatly valued in the job market. 

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KC

How good is the EPGP course at IIM, Bangalore?

SR

Snigdha Roy

29 Jul 21

The EPGP programoffered by IIM Bangalore was developed for a different audience. It is for students who want to apply directly for leadership roles in the industry. Also, sponsored candidates can also prefer the program.

  • Well academically, it is also as demanding as PGP, with more detailed casework and discussions.
  • There are exams and quizzes each month and the placement is rigorous for mid-level roles in the industry.
  • The program leaves the studying to you so it's on you to build a takeaway for yourself. It is at par with 1-year full-time MBA programs in India, such as ISB, IIMA PGPX, and IIMC PGPEX.

This is a short brief on the EPGP program of IIM Bangalore. Hope it gives you some clarity about the program.

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KC

Which executive MBA course is better between IIM Indore's EPGP and IIM Lucknow's IPMX?

SM

Siddarth Mukharjee

05 May 22

Compared to IIM Lucknow’s IPMX, IIM Indore’s EPGP will be a better option. 

Small Cohort Size: 

IIM Indore has a small cohort size. So, the professor-to-student ratio is higher. 

Location: 

IIM Indore IPMX program takes place on the Noida campus. The environment on campus is ideal for studies and it also has the advantage of being close to the industries in the Delhi NCR region. 

Placement:

IIM Indore Executive MBA placements 2022 had witnessed an all-time high average placement package. The average CTC for the top 25% of the EPGP students was INR 35.5 LPA. While the top 50% of students received an average CTC of INR 30.6 LPA. 

Batch Size: 

IIM Indore 2021 EPGP batch had 68 students. Students had work experiences in the range of 5-15 years. The students crowd is diverse and there is huge potential for peer learning. 

Due to these factors, EPGP from IIM Indore will be a better option. 

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SC

Is FMS Delhi a good option for a MBA executive program?

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Shikha Thakur

28 Dec 22

Yes, pursuing an MBA Executive from FMS Delhi is indeed a very good decision. This is because my brother was in the recent batch and according to him these are the reasons that make it a good choice

  • ROI: The fees charged at this B School are very less in comparison to other B schools.
  • Rigor: The MBA Executive Program is quite rigorous with classes 6 days a week. Regular exams, sessionals, projects, and assignments make it a bit frustrating but in the end, they help you in clearing semesters.
  • Faculty: The faculty for this program is very experienced and knowledgeable. 
  • Mixed batch: The diverse profiles of your peers make it a more challenging and thrilling experience. The batch has doctors, engineers, CAs, Armed forces officers, PSU employees, and IT professionals.
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Degree: An MBA degree from Delhi University is worth it in the end.


 

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SR

How will the IMT Ghaziabad & UpGrad PGPM program in sales and digital marketing help me in my career?

RS

Radhika Srivastava

16 Feb 23

UpGrad in association with IMT Ghaziabad has come up with a Post Graduate Program in Management with an additional specialization in Digital Marketing that imparts the latest knowledge of the industry. It can help sales and marketing professionals in many ways.

As a marketer, you will not only gain valuable insights that contribute to organizational growth, but you will also receive expert guidance on how to improve your personal brand. You can leverage this improved personal brand to secure a better job outside or even a promotion within your current organization.

This course is designed in such a way that busy professionals can also do it online from anywhere in the world. Unlike other online courses available on the internet, this course is based on the latest case studies and industry know-how across sectors and disciplines. The online course material is presented by the expert faculty of IMT Ghaziabad, and the projects are quite challenging.

Those who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to apply as an IMT Ghaziabad alumni, which can further help in jump-starting your career.

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AN

How is IIM Kozhikode for an Executive MBA for someone with 10 years of work experience? Is the time duration and investment worth it?

MS

Mishika Sharma

16 Sept 21

Before doing an MBA or an executive MBA from any institute, you should be clear of the purpose of doing this at this stage.

  1. Before taking any decision, take a look at the placements. If the average salary of the college is below or similar to what you are getting currently, then it is not worth it to pursue MBA.
  2. IIM Kozhikode has an average salary of INR 15 LPA and you are earning the same then there is no point in investing 1 year and 20 lakhs on this course. 
  3. If you are planning to switch your domain from Marketing to IT, then it will be pretty difficult after such a long experience in one particular domain.
  4. IIM Kozhikode can help in gaining knowledge with a good network through Executive MBA. But with such great experience, you can try for a good institute such as HBS, Wharton, INSEAD, or at least IIM Ahmedabad. 

IIM Kozhikode is a good university with a good reputation. But if you are looking for quality education and some CV points, look for opportunities abroad. If your current salary is very low compared to IIM Kozhikode’s average salary, then only consider joining it, otherwise do not waste your time and money.

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KC

How is IIM Bangalore PGPEM different from EPGP or PGP program? What are the global rankings and accreditations for these programs?

PJ

Priyanka Joshi

31 Jul 21

At IIMB, the EPGP program is a full-time MBA program that is accredited by EQUIS and AACSB and it is even ranked at 33 in the Global MBA ranking list. PGP is a full-time 2-year program ranked in the top 20 programs in the World in the Master in Management category. You will find the PGPEM program is quite an executive correspondence course ranked among the top 100 in the executive education category. Only the EPGP and the PGP offer you placement at senior and junior positions respectively.

Here I'm briefly mentioning the Major Highlights of IIM Bangalore.

Parameters IIM Bangalore
Tuition Fee INR 23 LPA
Placement Average 100%
Average Package INR 13.74 LPA

Hope this answered your question.

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KC

Is it worth doing the PGPEx Program from IIM Shillong?

SJ

Sidhharth Jain

30 Jan 23

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) offers a Post Graduate Program for Executives in Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing (PGPEX-VLM). This program is designed to meet the current demand for leaders in the manufacturing industry who have a combination of technical and managerial skills and are able to navigate the challenges presented by businesses that rely heavily on information and aim to achieve the "Triple Bottom Line".

On the other hand, the Rajiv Gandhi Indian Institute of Management Shillong (IIM Shillong) has partnered with the Ocean University China (OUC) in Qingdao to offer a Post Graduate Program for Executives in Managing Business in India and China (PGPEx-MBIC). This program provides general management education in the context of emerging economies, focusing on the host countries of India and China, and aims to prepare leaders to conduct business in these economies uniquely.

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SP

What is the pattern of the written ability test (WAT) taken by FMS - Delhi for an MBA (executive program)?

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Vikas Vatsa

30 Dec 22

The eligible students are selected for the Executive MBA programs based on the following parameters

Written Test

Duration: 1-hour

Total Questions: 70 questions 

Total Marks: 35 marks

Level of difficulty: Medium to High

Questions are usually related to General Knowledge, Business Knowledge (Current affairs from Business news), Maths, English and Logical Ability. The main topics covered are 

Quant (15 questions)

This section comprises questions based on speed, distance, relative speed, trigonometry, geometry, and simple equations. work to man hours effort

LR

This section has a conclusion-based, inference, and chooses the best answer out of all.

English

This is the easiest section with just correcting grammatical sentences.

General Awareness

This is the most challenging section and needs proper prior preparation.

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