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Exam

XAT

Seats

120

Course Details

MODE

Full time

DURATION

15 Months

XLRI offers a fifteen-month full-time residential management program Ex-PGDM (General), previously known as GMP. Incoming students having a minimum of five years of experience in varied fields like IT/ITeS, Energy/Power, Automobile, Manufacturing etc are crystallized into modern corporate warriors imbibed with a human touch. The course enables students to grasp the latest in management theory, broadens perspectives and launches them into new avenues of problem solving. XLRI's deep commitment to nation building is demonstrated year on year as the program nurtures socially responsible change agents transforming the business landscape of modern India.

This one of the flagship programs offered by XLRI and this program has received various prestigious accreditations including AMBA, AICTE etc. The superlative course structure combined with the substantial work-experience of the participants makes them highly sought after by the industry post-graduation.

Curriculum

This year the MBA program comprises of seven terms with duration of all terms ranges between 5 to 13 weeks depending on number of subjects in each term. Every term ends with an exam. The first 3 Terms are broadly focused on to build rudimentary management concepts across all disciplines. The 15 core courses offered during this time includes subjects from finance, economics, marketing, operations, strategy, business ethics and sustainable development. The remaining Terms of the program can be customized, allowing you to choose approximately 20 different electives that support your career and learning objectives. XLRI offers a rich and varied choice of electives for you to choose from - over 53 altogether.

Pre-term

Three days of introductory course, which lay the foundation for all courses to be, is taught during the 15 month full-time MBA. The objective of the pre-term is to normalize students coming from different backgrounds.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for Executive PGDM (General) must hold a minimum of three years Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in India/ abroad in any discipline, be employed in a full-time job, must have at least five years of relevant managerial experience as on March 31, in an organization of repute in the public, private or non-governmental sector after completing graduation.

Admission Details

Candidates can apply for more than one programme. Those who apply for multiple programmes may be called for multiple interviews and group discussions. The selection criteria for different programmes may differ depending on the nature of the programme. XAT written test will have multiple components and you need to maximize your performance in each of these components. In its pursuit of academic excellence, XLRI actively encourages the students from diverse backgrounds. While preparing the shortlisted candidates for the interview, in addition to XAT performance, we may factor in academic ability and the relevant work experience. Besides performance in the personal interviews and group discussions, we also consider XAT performance, relevant work experience, academic ability, extra-curricular activities etc. while preparing the final list. For candidates who cannot be present physically for the XLRI interviews due to their being out of the country, interviews would be carried out in online mode via Internet only for General Management Programme (GMP).

Stage 1: Applying through GMAT/GRE/XAT

Prerequisites for GMAT and GRE Applicants:

All GMAT and GRE applicants must take their GMAT and GRE between December between December 01, 2016 and December 31, 2021
Indian candidate registering through XAT 2022 Rs. 1800/- and Rs 300/- each for every additional programme of XLRI
Foreign and NRI candidates registering through XAT 2022 Rs. 5000/- [For one or more programmes(s)]
Indian candidate through GMAT / GRE Rs. 2500/- [Only for Ex-PGDM]

Stage 2: Shortlist of Candidates

The names of the GMAT / GRE candidates will be shortlisted by end of January.
The names of the XAT candidates will be shortlisted by end of January.

Stage 3: Interview Process

The interviews for Ex-PGDM (General) candidates through XAT, GMAT and GRE will be conducted online between mid-February and March 2021.
â€¢ Ex-PGDM (General) Interviews can be conducted over G-talk / Skype for overseas candidates. Candidate needs to get in touch with the admissions office for scheduling the interview online.