Uttar Pradesh, November 6, 2026: The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow invites applications for the 2027–28 batch of its flagship full-time International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX), offered at its Noida campus.
Designed for mid- and senior-level professionals, this one-year programme offers immersive management education that combines Indian business insights with global management perspectives. It also strengthens participants' strategic thinking, analytical capabilities and leadership skills.
The programme is particularly suited for:
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Professionals aspiring to transition into top management and leadership positions.
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Executives looking to launch entrepreneurial ventures.
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Organisation-sponsored candidates aspiring to enhance their leadership capabilities.
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Technical professionals seeking to broaden their managerial competencies and advance their careers.
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Business professionals preparing themselves for global management responsibilities.
Admissions for the 2027–28 batch are being conducted in three phases, with Phase 2 currently in progress. The deadline for submitting completed applications is November 30, 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early and check the eligibility criteria. Candidates can apply directly through the official admission portal.
It is notable that candidates can apply in only one of the three phases.
For any queries, applicants can contact the Admission Office at admission_nc@iiml.ac.in.
Highlighting the programme's distinctive approach, Prof. Ashish Aggarwal, Chairperson, Admissions, IIM Lucknow Noida Campus, said, “The program offers world class education with a unique blend of class room learning, industry interaction and international exposure.”
A globally recognised programme, IIM Lucknow's IPMX holds the 58th rank in the Financial Times MBA Rankings 2026. It offers a comprehensive curriculum spanning core management disciplines, including finance and accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour, human resource management, economics, strategic management, operations, business analytics, information technology and systems, and business communications. In addition, participants can choose from a diverse range of elective courses aligned with their professional interests and career aspirations.
A key highlight of the programme is its international immersion module at a partner institution overseas. This module provides participants with an opportunity to experience international business environments through academic courses and industry visits.
The programme also incorporates workshops, industry-oriented projects and assignments based on real-life business challenges, enabling participants to connect management concepts with practical organisational contexts.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the IPMX programme, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
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A bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
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A valid GMAT/GRE score. The score must remain valid until the last date of application.
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A minimum of four years of full-time, regular post-qualification work experience as of March 31, 2027.
Admission Process
The admission process comprises shortlisting based on GMAT/GRE scores, followed by a Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).The final selection is based on the candidate's GMAT/GRE score, academic and professional profile, and performance in the WAT and PI. Further information regarding the admission process is available on the official programme website:
https://www.iiml.ac.in/programme/mba-executives/ipmx
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