The Indian Institute of Technology Madras has opened applications for its Executive MBA (EMBA) Degree Programme, which is designed specifically for working professionals in their mid-career.
This two-year programme is offered by the Department of Management Studies at IIT Madras, which is ranked among the top 10 business schools in the NIRF 2022 Ranking.
The EMBA program’s unique selling point is that it provides cutting-edge knowledge that is in sync with industry requirements in areas such as digital economy, global strategy, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
Key offerings
The programme provides exposure to social media and internet marketing, which are critical to any modern business, platform economics, and global business management.
Other critical topics include cyber security and applications, as well as business models and innovation. Students would also learn about technical aspects such as modern manufacturing processes and 3D printing, among other things.
Last date to apply
Applications are open from September 5, 2022. The last date to apply is October 10, 2022. Interested candidates can apply online at https://doms.iitm.ac.in/emba/.
The major aspects of the course include equipping mid-career working professionals with the following:
• Deep functional and broad industrial domain knowledge
• Integrative perspective of boundary-spanning business decisions, and
• Leadership traits to contribute to a global business setup.
The program is designed for blended weekend learning (physical and virtual). The classes, which will be held over alternate weekends, will begin in January 2023.
The eligibility for admissions includes Bachelor’s degree with first class marks in any discipline, and a minimum of three years of industry experience. The selection would be through an Entrance Examination and Personal Interview conducted by the Department of Management Studies, IIT Madras.
The structure of the EMBA programme is:
• A Functional Foundation – that provides theoretical, conceptual, and insightful understanding of major functions and department roles in businesses
• Integrated Perspective which helps develop strategic perspectives on cross-functional challenges and inter-department synergies
• Global Leadership which explores growth, profitability, and sustainability avenues in local and global business contexts
• Three Capstone projects are designed for developing deeper insight into the application of advanced management concepts.
