Latest Updates: IIMS Pune PGDM admission 2024 is open. Interested candidates can apply through the official website of the institute. CAT 2023 Admit Card will be released on November 7, 2023, and the exam is scheduled for November 26, 2023

International Institute of Management Studies (IIMS) offers admission to Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programmes in view of promoting business education and preparing students for long and fulfilling careers..

The PGDM program is a two year full time program. The two years PGDM program is with triple specialization of choice. It is approved by AICTE. IIMS offers admission in PGDM and PGDM E-Commerce & Retail to two superspecialization of PGDM- 

  1. International Business
  2. Retail

Major would be offered from following options-

  • Marketing
  • Finance
  • HR
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Business Analytics

Candidates clearing the cut off will be called for a Group Discussion and a Personal Interview round. The PGDM Program at IIMS offers 45 days Winter Internship and 90 days Summer Internship along with 200 hours of live project.

IIMS Pune PGDM Important Dates

Events Dates
CAT Registration Starts August 2, 2023
CAT Registration Closes September 20, 2023
CAT Admit Card Releases November 07, 2023
CAT Exam November 26, 2023

IIMS Pune PGDM Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria for admission to the PGDM at IIMS Pune-

  • Graduate from any statutory university with 50% of marks and 60% in 10 std. and 12 std. is desirable
  • CAT/ MAT /CMAT Result/ Score

The selection criteria is based on final merit prepared on the basis of written test score, academic performance, work experience, group discussion score and personal interview score.

IIMS Pune PGDM Admission Guidelines

The application form for admission to the course can be done both online and offline. 

How to apply?

  • Apply either offline or online, though students are encouraged to apply online
  • Documents are verified
  • Candidates who submitted completed application and satisfy eligibility criteria of the course will receive an email notifying the details for personal interview
  • Two rounds of interviews will be conducted with Admission Panel Members.
  • Selected candidates will receive Selection Letter
  • Pay the Admission Confirmation Amount in the Institute's Account through any digital mode
  • After seat confirmation, Fees Receipt, Admission Letter and Loan Letter will be sent to the candidates through Email.

Read More: IIMS Pune Admission

IIMS Pune Course Details

The two year PGDM program offers two super specializations - International Business and Retail. 

  • PGDM with specialization in International Business/ Retail + Marketing + Minor

Semester I

  • Principles & Practices of Management
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Managerial Economics
  • Information Technology
  • Statistics & Quantitative Techniques
  • Marketing Management
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • International Business - I
  • Foreign Language - I

Semester II

  • Cost Accounting
  • Marketing Management- II
  • Marketing Research
  • Management Information System & E-Commerce
  • Business Law
  • Consumer Behavior
  • Digital Marketing
  • Services Marketing
  • Integrated Marketing Communication

Semester III

  • International Business -II
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Marketing of financial services
  • International Marketing
  • Sales and Distribution Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Corporate Communication-I
  • Product and Brand Management

Semester IV

  • Strategic Marketing
  • Business to Business Marketing
  • Marketing of Luxury Products
  • Entrepreneurship Management
  • Corporate Communication – II
  • Brand Marketing
  • Customer relationship Management
  • Ruler Marketing
  • Direct Marketing
  •  PGDM with specialization in International Business/ Retail + Finance + Minor

Semester I

  • Principles & Practices of Management
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Managerial Economics
  • Information Technology
  • Statistics & Quantitative Techniques
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • International Business -I
  • Foreign Language - I

Semester II

  • Cost Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Markets & Institutions
  • Corporate Finance -1
  • Audit & Corporate Taxation
  • Management Information System & E-Commerce
  • Business Law
  • Financial Modelling
  • Security Analysis & Portfolio Management
  • Corporate Finance -2
  • Currency Derivatives

Semester III

  • International Business -II
  • Equity Research & Analysis
  • Credit Rating & Analysis
  • Corporate Laws for CFOs
  • Strategic Management
  • Corporate Communication- I

Semester IV

  • SAP Training in FICO
  • Merger & Acquisition / Corporate Restructuring
  • Entrepreneurial Finance
  • Entrepreneurship Management
  • Corporate Communication – II
  • Investment Banking
  • Fintech & Blockchain Technology
  • PGDM in International Business/ Retail + HR + Minor

Semester I

  • Principles & Practices of Management
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Managerial Economics
  • Information Technology
  • Statistics & Quantitative Techniques
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • International Business -I
  • Foreign Language - I

Semester II

  • Cost Accounting
  • Human Resource Management
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Management Information System & E-Commerce
  • Business Law
  • Competency Mapping & Leadership Development
  • Learning & Development
  • Labour Law -I

Semester III

  • International Business -II
  • Labour Law – II
  • Human Resource Information System
  • Performance Management System
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Corporate Communication-I
  • HR/Employee Manuals

Semester IV

  • Employee Engagement Practices
  • Global HRM
  • Talent Management
  • Entrepreneurship Management
  • Corporate Communication – II
  • Live Project on HR
  • Organizational Development
  • Cases in HRM
  • Industrial Relations

IIMS Pune PGDM Placement Details

The Placements and Corporate Relations Cell is responsible for placement activities at IIMS. It organizes Industry Visits, Business Conclave (HR, Marketing, Finance and International Business), Startup Conclave, CEO Conclave and Talk Shows with Corporate Leaders providing students with ample industry exposure. 

The Placements and Corporate Relations Cell has maintained stellar placement record, diversity of the companies like Mondelez India Foods, Infoedge, Zomato, Panchshil Realty, Nestle India, Times Legend Travel (Africa and Dubai), IndiaBulls Real Estate, Hamilton, Federal Bank, Reliance Brand, BOSE Corporation, H & R Johnson, Berger Paints etc. are testament to the conviction of industry in our brand. Every year 15- 20 new companies are added in the pool of existing 150+ companies offering excellent packages.

IIMS Pune Placements 2024 is in progress and till now around 34 students have been placed by the 7 visiting companies. Most of the offers have been made by Deloitte, followed by Sutroli. Till now most of the students placed are from Finance, followed by Marketing, and Business Analytics. 

The placements statistics of 2024 and 2023 are as follows:

Particulars Placements Statistics 2024 Placements Statistics 2023
Companies Visited 7 54
Highest Package - INR 26.10 LPA
Average Package - INR 7.50 LPA
No. of students placed 34 120
Top recruiters Deloitte, Sutroli, Pwc, etc.  Deloitte, Mondelez, Indegene, Kellogg's, Federal Bank etc

Read More: IIMS Pune Placement

IIMS Pune PGDM FAQs

Ques. What is the list of documents required to be submitted at the time of admission?

Ans. Given below are the documents that are to be submitted by the candidates at the time of admission-
  • 10th, 12th and Graduation Mark card
  • Scorecard of CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/MHCET
  • Work experience certificate (if any)
  • Valid Photo-Id (PAN/Aadhar/Voter ID/Driving Licence)

Ques. What is the weightage of marks for the admission process?

Ans. The weightage of marks for admission process is as follows-
  • 40 % weightage for the Entrance Test ( CAT / MAT / CMAT / GMAT / CET / XAT / ATMA )
  • 35 % weightage for GD/PI 
  • 15 % weightage for Past Academic Record (10th & 12th level & Graduation)-
  • 10 % weightage for Sports / Cultural / NCC / NSS

Ques. What is the hostel fee structure for the PGDM course at International Institute of Management Studies?

Ans. The hostel fee structure for the PGDM course is as follows- 
Facilities Year I
Hostel Charges (yearly) INR 55,000
Mess Charges INR 40,500

Ques. What is the fee structure for the PGDM/PGDM (Retail) at International Institute of Management Studies?

Ans. The fees structure is as follows-
Installment Amount
At the Time of Admission INR 1,00,000
First Installment INR 3,00,000
Second Installment INR 2,51,000
Third Installment INR 1,41,000

Ques. Does the institute provide loan facility? How can students admitted to IIMS avail loan facility?

Ans. The institute has been approved for educational loan schemes for the students from PNB, Central Bank of India, HDFC Credila & several others who get admission in any of the courses across its all campuses . All students who get admitted in the institute can approach these banks for availing educational loan.

Ques. What is the total fee for the PGDM programs with international study tours at IIMS?

Ans. The total fee for the immersion program in Europe is INR 8,45,000. The total fee for the immersion program for 12 Days USA along with a 7 days training Program from Babson College, Wellesley, Massachusetts, USA is INR 9,20,000.