The Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon is now accepting applications for Round 2 admissions to its acclaimed Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Business Administration (PGDM–BA) Programme. Designed for mid-level professionals with significant work experience, the part-time, AICTE-approved programme will continue to accept applications until July 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM IST.
Prof. Sangeeta S Bhardwaj, Dean-Executive Graduate Programme stated, “The PGDM–BA programme is designed to transform experienced professionals into agile, future-ready leaders. Round 2 offers one of the final windows for entry into the upcoming cohort, and we encourage interested candidates to complete their applications well before the July 15 deadline.”
A Robust and Industry-Relevant Curriculum MDI Gurgaon’s PGDM–BA is a two-year, modular, evening / weekend-based diploma programme specifically created for working executives who aim to upskill without pausing their careers. Blending academic excellence with business relevance, the programme combines in-person and online components to ensure optimal flexibility while maintaining MDI’s rigorous pedagogical standards.
Key Highlights of the Programme: The programme is tailored for working professionals and entrepreneurs who aim to update their knowledge with the latest managerial tools and techniques.
- Structure: It spans two years, comprising four terms per academic year, and includes 20 core courses and 14 elective courses. During the final term, participants will also engage in mandatory fieldwork
- Pedagogy: The curriculum integrates lectures, case studies, group discussions, business games, and simulations, ensuring a practical, hands-on learning approach
- Flexible Learning Schedule: Classes are held in the evening and on weekends, designed to fit into the schedules of busy professionals. In the first three terms, classes are held Thursday to Sunday evenings from 6:30 PM to 9:45 PM and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 5:15 PM.
What makes you eligible? To be eligible, applicants must hold a three-year bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks and must have acquired a minimum of three years of full-time work experience as of April 30, 2025. Candidates must also have a valid score in any one of the following management entrance exams: CAT, GMAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, or CMAT, valid through June 30th.
International Exposure and Real-world Learning One of the programme’s distinctive features is its International Immersion provision, which offers participants global perspectives and the chance to learn from top-notch international institutions and industry leaders. This aspect enriches the overall learning experience and broadens participants’ global outlook, preparing them for leadership roles in the international business arena.
Global Careers Backed by MDI’s Strong Alumni Network The institute provides a powerful platform for career advancement, supported by MDI’s extensive alumni network of over 10,000 alumni across 54 countries. Many of MDI’s alumni have gone on to hold leadership positions or have successfully launched their ventures, continuing to contribute to the business world in meaningful ways.
