09 November 2017 11:55:11 IST

IIT Madras launches Executive MBA Degree Programme

Applications for the two-year degree will be accepted till November 30

Department of Management Studies (DoMS), IIT Madras has launched a two-year Executive MBA (EMBA) Degree Programme for working professionals.

The major aspects of the course include equipping mid-career working professionals with the following:

1. Deep functional and broad industrial domain knowledge

2. Integrative perspective of boundary-spanning business decisions

3. Leadership traits to contribute in a global business setup

The USP of the EMBA programme is to offer state-of-the-art knowledge that is in sync with the current industry requirements in domains such as digital economy, future manufacturing, and global strategy.

Speaking about the launch, Faculty Coordinators Professors RP Sundarraj and RK Amit said, “With over 50 years of experience and expertise in imparting management education, exploring leading edge research and conducting specialised training, IIT Madras is uniquely positioned and carved a niche for itself in the business and academic worlds. DoMS, IIT Madras is one of the leading centres of management research and teaching in India. The EMBA programme draws it strength from the DoMS’ faculty who have been involved in high impact research and teaching in the frontier areas of management.”

The programme is designed for blended weekend learning and the classes would be held over alternate weekends. The classes will begin in January 2018.

Eligibility

- First class bachelor’s degree in any discipline

- Minimum three years of industry experience

- Selection through DoMS entrance examination and personal interview

Interested candidates can apply online. The last date to apply is November 30.