Executive Post-Graduate Diploma program in Management (EPGDPM)
at Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam
Established: 2012 | Ownership: Public | Accreditation: AACSB
PG
Program Overview
The EPGDPM program is specifically designed for officers and executives in the defence production sector under the guidance of the Ministry of Defence (DDP). It is developed in collaboration with institutions like HAL Management Academy, BEL Academy, and NADP. The program follows a hybrid learning model, allowing professionals to continue working while studying. It includes domestic immersion modules (Visakhapatnam, Bangalore, Nagpur, Delhi) and an optional international immersion (ESCP Paris). It focuses on developing leadership, strategic thinking, and operational excellence in defence and allied industries.
Program Duration
Level of Education
• Course Level:
PG
• Stream:
Management
• Specialization:
General Management
Curriculum
- Managerial Economics
- Financial Accounting
- Marketing Management
- Operations Management
- Organizational Behaviour
- Business Strategy
- Managerial Communication
- Data Analytics
- Corporate Finance
- Business Ethics
- Legal Aspects of Business
- Strategic Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Defence Procurement Management
- International Business
- Leadership & Change Management
- Business Analytics
- Innovation Management
- Public Policy
- Digital Transformation
Program Fees
Mode of Study
Admission Process
• Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks
• Minimum 5 years of work experience (executive level)
• Must be employed in:Defence Public Sector Units (DPSUs), Ministry of Defence organizations, Private defence companies
• Entrance Exams Accepted
• Process
1. Application submission
2. Shortlisting based on eligibility
3. Online aptitude test
4. Personal interview
5. Final selection & offer
• Application Deadline
Not Available
Rankings
# 29 ( As per NIRF 2025 )
# 26 ( As per NIRF 2024 )
# 29 ( As per NIRF 2023 )
# 29 ( As per NIRF 2025 )
# 26 ( As per NIRF 2024 )
# 29 ( As per NIRF 2023 )
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F.A.Q
It is exclusively designed for defence sector professionals (government, PSU, and private).
Yes, after completing EPGDPM, you can pursue AEPGDM (1 year) to earn a full MBA.
Yes, there is an optional international immersion (ESCP Paris, France).
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