PGDM (Executive) – Operations and Project Management
Programme Overview
PGDM (Executive) by IMT CDL is a rigorous, career-accelerating management programme designed for working professionals and senior managers who already lead teams or functions and are preparing to take on broader strategic and leadership roles. Built for professionals who want to grow without stepping away from their careers, the programme strengthens strategic thinking, managerial decision-making, and enterprise-level leadership, enabling participants to drive impact across functions and business units.
The purview of Operations Management ranges from strategic to tactical and operational levels. It deals with the design and management of products, processes, services, and supply chains. The programme deliberates the procurement, development, and utilization of resources that company need to deliver the goods and services their clients need.
The provides the students the knowledge, skills, and perspectives they need to generate profitability in current context and create value for their firms in the future.
Eligibility:
Graduation with 5 years of work experience.
Duration:
15 Months
Fee Structure:
₹55,000* per semester (2 semesters)
Payable at the beginning of every semester.*
* Exam, Project & Alumni Portal Registration Fee is additional
Programme Educational Objectives
Foster ethical leadership and management competencies leading to resilience and community engagement.
Develop a human centric culture focusing on continuous learning, entrepreneurship, and professional development.
Equip with the skills and technological acumen necessary for innovation and capitalizing on sustainable business opportunities.
Facilitate the development of analytical skills for evidence-based decision-making.
Pedagogy & Assessment
Assessment
Assessments comprise of assignments, examinations, and project work.
- Flexibility in creating personalized assessment schedule based on self-learning pace.
- Assignments and End Term Examinations (ETE) are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
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Curriculum
Harvard Edge
- Harvard Business Case Studies form a core element of the pedagogy, bringing globally benchmarked business scenarios into the classroom and developing analytical discipline, decision making under uncertainty, and outcome orientation.
Programme Highlights
- Harvard Business Case Studies embedded within the curriculum
- Experiential course in entrepreneurship with IMT Ghaziabad incubator
- Immediate workplace applicability without career interruption
- Academic Flexibility to maintain study - work balance
- Real-world business understanding across industries and functions
- Skill enhancement and value-added workshops to strengthen managerial and leadership tools
- Domain-specific masterclasses for functional depth and specialization
- Campus immersion for peer learning
- Leadership capability development aligned to enterprise-level challenges and accountability
Programme Description
- Develops critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Two semesters and a Project Term
- Fifty-Six (56) credits
- Focus Areas – Business Analytics & Data Science; Finance & Investing; Operations & Project Management; Human Resources & Talent Management; Marketing & Sales; and Strategy & Cross Functional Integration
- Four types of courses – Foundation, Core, Elective courses, and Project
- Career Development Workshops for Skill Enhancement and Value Addition
- Industry Visits
- Guest Lectures
Foundation Courses & Workshops
| Foundation Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Course Name | Credits | |
| 1. | Basics of Accounting | Non Credit |
| 2. | Basics of Communication | Non Credit |
| 3. | Basics of Management | Non Credit |
| 4. | Basics of Business Statistics | Non Credit |
| Online/Campus Workshops (Optional) # | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Title | Credits | ||
| 1. | Emotional Intelligence | Non Credit | |
| 2. | Design Thinking | Non Credit | |
# Certificate of participation will be awarded.
Semester Outline
| Project Term (3 Months) | ||
|---|---|---|
Project/Experiential Course in Entrepreneurship The project bridges academic concepts from the program with real-world managerial challenges, allowing students to apply their theoretical knowledge in their specialized domains. Students conduct an in-depth examination of a specific organization or business area, utilizing their academic skills. Guided by an industry mentor, they plan and execute the project, applying conceptual knowledge in a practical context and presenting their findings in a comprehensive report. Experiential Course in Entrepreneurship equips the students with the understanding of start-up processes and help them to develop the business pitch. | ||
Total Programme Credits: 56
Note: The diploma will be awarded in the chosen specialisation.
Elective Courses
Focus Area
Operations & Project Management
Operations & Project Management
| Specialisation – Operations | ||
|---|---|---|
| # | Course Name | |
| 1. | Project Management | |
| 2. | Operations Strategy | |
| 3. | Advanced Supply Chain Management | |
| 4. | Quality Management | |
| 5. | Service Operations Management | |
| 6. | Technology Management | |
| 7. | Notified MOOC | |
Skill Enhancement Workshops
These workshops aim to enhance practical skills by providing hands-on-training for building competency of the learners. Students can opt for the masterclass / workshops on topics specified below. These workshops are non-credit in nature. Certificate of participation shall be awarded.
Workshops Offered
| S. No. | Title of Workshop | Credit |
| 1 | Advanced Excel | Non-Credit |
| 2 | Managerial Communication | Non-Credit |
| 3 | AI Applications in Management | Non-Credit |
| 4 | Data Visualization and Model building | Non-Credit |
| 5 | Basics of Python | Non-Credit |
| 6 | Negotiation Skills | Non-Credit |
Value Added Workshops
These courses are designed to develop capacities that promote psycho-social well-being and sound ethical grounding. Students can opt for the masterclass / workshops on topics specified below. These courses are non-credit in nature. Certificate of participation shall be awarded.
Workshops Offered
| S. No. | Title of Workshop/Course | Credit |
| 1 | Universal Human Values | Non-Credit |
| 2 | Personal Branding | Non-Credit |
| 3 | Cyber Security | Non-Credit |
| 4 | Leadership Development | Non-Credit |
Programme Fee
Programme Fee (Two Semesters)
INR 1,10,000*
*Exam, Project & Alumni Portal Registration Fee is additional
SEMESTER Wise
INR 55,000*
MODE OF PAYMENT
All digital modes of payment are accepted.
No Cost EMIs Available*
Scholarships Available For Pgdm Students
- Serving/retired Indian defence personnel.
- War Windows
- SC/ST
- Divyangjan
- Merit-cum means scholarship to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
Who can Apply
Graduates with Experience:
Graduates with more than five years of professional experience.
Career Climbers:
Ambitious professionals aiming to advance their careers, switch industries, or step into leadership roles.
Career Changers:
Professionals ready to transition into business roles from other fields.
STEM Graduates:
Science and technology experts eager to excel in managerial roles.
Social Science Graduates:
Those with a background in social sciences, ready to add business acumen to their skillset.
Healthcare Professionals:
Medical and healthcare experts aiming to master the business side of their industry.
Hospitality Professionals:
Individuals in the hospitality sector seeking to boost their business and management expertise.
Aspiring Strategists:
Anyone eager to learn and understand cutting-edge business strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this is an AICTE approved programme.
As per the UGC guidelines gazette notification of MHRD dated 27.08.2018, the central government notifies that all the diplomas awarded through Open and Distance Learning mode approved by AICTE are recognized for the purpose of employment to posts and services under the central government.
15 months PGDM-Executive programme offers six specialisations:
| # | Focus Area | Specialisation |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Business Analytics & Data Science | Business Analytics |
| 2. | Finance & Investing | Finance |
| 3. | Operations & Project Management | Operations |
| 4. | Human Resources & Talent Management | Human Resource |
| 5. | Marketing & Sales | Marketing |
| 6. | Strategy & Cross Functional Integration | Strategy |
Students can also opt for General Management.
PGDM-Executive is meant for working professionals with minimum 5 Years of professional experience, it is a 15 months programme. However, any graduate with or without work experience can enrol in PGDM, it is a 24 months programme.
Students can opt for Dual Specialisation by choosing five (5) more elective courses from another specialization area. For Dual Specialisation, a student will study for one (1) additional semester and pay the applicable fee.
The maximum timeframe provided to complete the programme is double the stipulated duration of the programme i.e. 30 months(2.5 years) for 15 months PGDM-Executive programme.
Multiple networking opportunities are provided to the students including the mentorship from senior alumni.
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from any recognised University + 5 years of professional experience after graduation.
Yes, provided you submit Equivalence Certificate issued by AIU (Association of Indian Universities).
Aspirants may apply online through IMT CDL website.
Yes, it’s possible.
INR 55,000/-* per semester.
* Exam, Project & Alumni Portal Registration Fee is additional.
* Exam, Project & Alumni Portal Registration Fee is additional.
Fee is payable before the start of every semester.
Fee can be paid in Online mode only.
Yes, fee benefits are provided to corporate employee. This is subject to signing of MoU with IMT CDL. Please check with your HR department.
For any queries you may contact: corporate.edu@imtcdl.ac.in
Classes are conducted in both offline and online mode. Offline classes are held at the campus. Classes in online mode are conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Students are advised to attend the classes however it is not mandatory.
Recording of all the online sessions can be accessed through Learning Management System (LMS).
Assignments and End Term Examinations (ETE) are MCQs.
The Foundation courses are the non-credit mandatory courses to prepare learners to orient towards management education.
Core Courses are fundamental courses of management that develop the knowledge base required to acquire higher order management skills. These are credit courses that are mandatory for all students to qualify.
Elective courses develop an in-depth knowledge in the chosen specialized domain – HR, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Business Analytics and Strategy. These are choice-based courses which a student can opt for based on their interest area of specialization.
Yes, you may have a one-to-one counselling session with prior appointment.
Disclaimer
- All policies, rules, regulations, fee structure, curriculum, facilities, etc. are subject to change and shall be binding on all the students.
- Any dispute is subject to the jurisdiction of Ghaziabad court only.
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