IIMK Invites Distinguished Visiting Scholars for 2026-27 - The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is inviting applications from distinguished international scholars with a strong track record in research and teaching in management or relevant allied areas. The fellowship lasts for two to three months during the academic year 2026-27, allowing scholars to engage in academic activities, collaborate with faculty, and benefit from the institute's resources. Eligible candidates must have demonstrated excellence in research and/or teaching and can apply by submitting required documents via email by January 31, 2026.
IIM Kozhikode EPGP Kochi Online MBA Tops QS Online MBA Rankings 2026 - IIM Kozhikode’s Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) – Kochi Online MBA has achieved a remarkable debut in the QS Online MBA Rankings 2026, securing the 53rd position globally and ranking #1 in India and Asia, as well as #5 in the Asia-Pacific region. Additionally, IIM Kozhikode's PGP, PGP-Finance, and PGP-BL also received notable rankings in various QS categories, showcasing the institute's commitment to high-quality management education and strong employability outcomes.
The annual fee structure for IIM Kozhikode courses along with the eligibility criteria has been listed below:
Course Name | Tuition Fees (INR) | Eligibility Criteria |
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PGP | ₹23.5 lakh | Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks or a professional degree CA/CS/ICWA with at least 50% marks + CAT + WAT + PI |
PGP-Finance | ₹23.5 lakh | Graduate degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks + CAT/GRE/GMAT + WAT + PI |
PGP-Liberal Studies and Management | ₹23.5 lakh | Graduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks + CAT/GRE/GMAT + WAT + PI |
PGP-Business Leadership | ₹22.5 lakh | Graduate or postgraduate or CA degree with at least 50% marks and minimum 3 years of work experience + CAT/GRE/GMAT + PI |
Executive MBA | ₹12.22 lakh | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks or a professional degree CA/CS/ICWA with at least 50% marks and minimum 3 years of work experience + CAT/GRE/GMAT/EMAT + PI |
Ph.D. | ₹9.5 lakh | Master’s degree with at least 60% marks or a professional degree CA/CS/ICWA with at least 60% marks or B.Tech/4-year degree with a CGPA of 6.5 or equivalent |
The PGP at IIM Kozhikode builds core management skills for fresh graduates through a two-year curriculum starting with foundational courses in economics and data analysis. Selected via CAT scores averaging above 97 percentiles, students engage in real-world projects like market simulations from term one. Graduates often land consulting roles at firms like McKinsey, with 2024 median salaries at ₹31.02 lakh.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Post Graduate Programme (PGP) | Finance, Accounting & Control; Marketing Management; Quantitative Methods & Operations Management | 2 years | ₹23,50,000 | Bachelor's degree with 50% marks; valid CAT score |
The PGP-LSM integrates liberal studies with management over two years at ₹23.5 lakh, blending philosophy and ethics with business via CAT entry. Kozhikode residents explore humanities through guest lectures from thinkers like Amartya Sen collaborators, with 2024 placements in CSR roles at ₹29 lakh medians.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Post Graduate Programme in Liberal Studies & Management (PGP-LSM) | Liberal Arts Integration; Ethical Management | 2 years | ₹23,50,000 | Bachelor's 50%; CAT score |
PGP-Finance specialises in corporate finance over two years at ₹23.5 lakh, with CAT qualifiers diving into derivatives via NSE partnerships at Kozhikode. 2024 grads secured investment banking spots at HDFC with ₹30 lakh averages, emphasising quant models.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Post Graduate Programme in Finance (PGP-Finance) | Corporate Finance; Investment Banking | 2 years | ₹23,50,000 | Bachelor's 50%; CAT score |
The EPGP offers MBA-level training for mid-level managers via blended weekend sessions at the Kochi campus, spanning two years with modules on strategic leadership and digital transformation. Candidates with at least three years of experience qualify through EMAT, tackling case studies from Indian conglomerates like Tata. In 2024, alumni reported a 25% average promotion rate.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) | General Management; Strategic Leadership | 2 years (blended) | ₹12,22,000 (offline) / ₹13,22,000 (online) | Bachelor's 50%; 3+ years work experience; EMAT/CAT |
The one-year PGP-BL for executives costs ₹22.5 lakh residentially at Kozhikode, focusing on leadership via GMAT and global immersions. With four years’ experience required, 2024 completers jumped to C-level at ₹35 lakh, tackling disruptions in theses.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Post Graduate Programme in Business Leadership (PGP-BL) | Leadership; Strategy Electives | 1 year | ₹22,50,000 | Bachelor's 50%; 4+ years exp; CAT/GMAT/GRE |
IIM Kozhikode’s online courses, such as the Professional Certificate in Advanced Data Analytics, deliver targeted upskilling through six-month live sessions, costing ₹2.25 lakh plus GST. Designed for remote learners, these stackable credits can contribute to EPGP completion, with 85% of 2024 participants securing roles at firms like Infosys.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Professional Certificate in Advanced Data Analytics | Data Science; AI Tools | 6 months | ₹2,25,000 + GST | Bachelor's; basic programming knowledge |
Professional Certificate in Strategic Management | Business Strategy | 1 year | ₹2,12,050 + GST | Work experience preferred |
The PhD Practice Track for experienced pros spans four years at ₹8 lakh total, blending research with practice at Kozhikode via interviews. Targeting eight years’ tenure, it produces scholar-practitioners, with 2024 outputs in journals like Harvard Business Review.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
PhD in Management (Practice Track) | Applied Management Research; Industry Focus | 4 years (part-time) | ₹8,00,000 | Master's 55%; 8+ years exp; Interview |
The BMS programme introduces school leavers to management through a four-year integrated course, starting with accounting basics and progressing to advanced strategy. IPMAT qualifiers with 60% in Class 12 build portfolios via annual internships at Kerala enterprises. The 2024 first batch averaged ₹15 lakh starting salaries, fast-tracking to MBA equivalence.
Course Name | Specialisations | Duration | Total Fees | Eligibility |
Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) | Major: Management; Minors: Liberal Arts | 4 years | ₹28,00,000 (₹7,00,000/year) | 60% in Class 12; IPMAT/JIPMAT score |
Overall: The university provides a balanced environment for both academic and personal growth. The faculty members are well-qualified, approachable, and supportive, ensuring that students gain a strong understanding of their subjects.
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Overall: As quickly emerged as a promising institution in higher education known for its modern infrastructure and industry aligned courses the university offers a diverse range of programmes
Faculty: Faculty members are generally qualified and supportive with many having industry and research experience hands on learning and skill development often organising workshops
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Candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised university and a minimum aggregate 50% in CA/ICWA/CS, in the case of an absence of a duly recognised bachelor's degree.
Courses at IIM Kozhikode consist of five academic programmes and five executive programmes. The academic programmes include a doctoral programme in management, a post-graduate programme in management, a post-graduate programme in finance, a post-graduate programme in liberal studies and management, post-graduate programme in business leadership. The executive programmes include PhD in management (practice track), MBA- Kochi campus, executive postgraduate programmes in interactive learning mode, management development programme, and faculty development programme.
IIM Kozhikode PGPM programme has a course duration of two years.
Yes, the IIMK MBA-Kochi Campus programme is very good.
IIM Kozhikode PGPM course fee is Rs 20,50,000.
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