Post Graduate Diploma in Management – General Management (PGDM GM) - Human Resource Management

The PGDM in General Management (GM) with Human Resource Management electives at XLRI is an 18-month, full-time residential programme designed for professionals with a minimum of three years of work experience who aim to accelerate their careers and transition into leadership roles. Previously known as GMP, this flagship programme is recognised for its strong academic rigour and industry relevance, with accreditations such as AMBA and AICTE.
The programme integrates advanced management theory with practical business applications, enabling participants from diverse industries such as IT, manufacturing, energy, and services to build a strong strategic perspective. The Human Resource Management electives focus on areas such as talent management, organisational behaviour, performance management, leadership development, employee engagement, and HR analytics.
XLRI’s distinctive teaching methodology combines classroom learning with real-world industry insights, encouraging participants to think beyond conventional approaches and address complex people and organisational challenges. With a strong emphasis on leadership development, ethical decision-making, and social responsibility, the programme prepares professionals to lead teams and build high-performing organisations.
Graduates emerge as people-centric leaders capable of driving organisational effectiveness, managing talent strategically, and fostering a strong workplace culture, making them highly sought after across industries.