Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Business Management) is a two-year, full-time residential programme with a General Management focus. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Built on identical pillars as the current PGDM programme, it is an AICTE-approved programme and admits only 120 participants.  Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

PGDM (BM) gives its participants the unique flexibility to choose a preferred mix of courses to align with their career goals and help them develop a holistic overview of all functional areas to excel in cross-functional business decision-making. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

In the Financial Times Masters in Management (FT MiM) 2025 Ranking, SPJIMR was ranked 35th globally and 3rd in India.

The institute secured 3rd place worldwide—and 1st in India—in the ‘Careers Service’ category, and was also ranked #1 among Indian B-schools in the Alumni Network, Value for Money, and ESG & Net Zero Teaching, for its Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme.

Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Objective

PGDM (BM) aims to develop socially sensitive leaders with a global mindset to help achieve SPJIMR’s mission to influence managerial practice and promote value-based growth by advancing wise innovation. The programme objectives are:

• Equip students with conceptual knowledge and interpersonal skills with a sense of collaboration and social purpose for managerial decision-making.
• Maintain a culture where students are ready to roll up their sleeves or get their hands dirty.
• Engender experiences where students learn to be innovative.
• Practice pedagogy that balances theoretical rigour with practical relevance.
• Ensure that students are immersed in domain experiences before graduation so they are not novices on day one.

Competency goals:

• Responsible and socially sensitive leaders
• Capable of managing in a global environment
• Proficient in functional and cross-functional business areas
• Able to make reasoned decisions
• Innovative leadership

Rankings

SPJIMR is ranked #1 B-school in India and 35th globally by Financial Times Masters in Management, FT (MiM) 2024 Global Rankings. In addition, FT (MiM) Rankings placed SPJIMR seventh globally in the ‘Careers Service’ category.

Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Business Management) — PGDM (BM) at SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), based on latest publicly available data.

PGDM (BM) — Admission Process & Important Dates

Note: Dates above are based on the 2025–26 admission cycle. For future batches, SPJIMR may adjust timelines — always check the official SPJIMR admissions page for confirmation. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% of marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognised university. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)
• CAT and GMAT entrance scores are accepted
• Freshers and those with a maximum of 5 years of work experience can apply for the programme.

Application process

To apply for the PGDM (BM) programme, applicants must fill the online application form available from September to November. The application processing fee is ₹ 2000 (*This is subject to revision). Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

Selection process

The applicants are shortlisted on the basis of their profiles. They must also meet the qualifying scores in at least one of the entrance exams. The profiles are evaluated, and the applicants are sorted into two groups: Profile-based and Profile-cum-Score-based.

For selection the applicants overall profile including the following factors are considered:

• Academic background – A strong and consistent performance in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation.
• Work experience – Relevance of work experience for the chosen specialisation.
• Entrance scores – Meeting the minimum eligibility cutoff in the required entrance exam is mandatory.
• Versatility and achievements -Endeavours in diverse fields of interest and noteworthy past achievements.

Selection Process & “Cut-off” / Shortlisting Benchmarks

Unlike many colleges, SPJIMR does not publish a fixed “cut-off percentile” for PGDM (BM). Rather, selection is holistic, based on a combination of factors.

Key evaluation parameters include:

• Academic record from 10th, 12th to undergraduate — consistency is valued.
• Entrance exam score (CAT/GMAT) — while no official percentile is published for PGDM (BM), unofficial data and past selection trends suggest competitiveness similar to PGDM, i.e. strong CAT/GMAT performance improves chances significantly.
• Work experience (if any), but freshers are also eligible. For experienced candidates, relevant and quality of experience matters over duration.
• Overall profile: co-curriculars, extra-curriculars, internships, projects, achievements, leadership roles, etc.
• Performance in WAT / GD / Personal Interview (PI) rounds — communication skills, clarity of thought, values alignment, motivation are judged.

Key Takeaways & What You Should Do to Strengthen Your Application

1. Ensure your graduation marksheet shows at least 50% (or CGPA equivalent) — if CGPA, get a conversion certificate as per SPJIMR requirement. SPJIMR+1
2. Attempt CAT or GMAT — treat it seriously. While there’s no fixed cutoff, a strong percentile improves shortlist chances.
3. Build a well-rounded profile — internships, leadership roles, projects, co-curriculars, extra-curriculars — these matter in holistic evaluation.
4. Prepare well for Interview / PI / WAT (if any) — communication, clarity of purpose, motivation, value-based thinking.
5. Keep an eye on official dates — apply between mid-September to late November to avoid missing deadlines.

SPJIMR — Recent Placement Outcomes (Overall & Course-wise)

Here is a summary of key placement metrics from recent years (2024–2025), for SPJIMR’s main courses.

Other Highlights:

• For PGDM / PGDM-BM 2024 placement report: median salary was ₹ 31.50 LPA; over 70% of batch got > ₹ 30 LPA; over 90% got ≥ ₹ 25 LPA.
• The 2024 placement cycle saw participation from 72 companies (33 first-time recruiters).
• Pre-placement offers (PPOs) are common: many students convert their summer internships or corporate-competition successes into job offers.
• Top recruiting sectors include Consulting, FMCG, General Management, BFSI, Tech, etc. SPJIMR

What Placement Data Means for You (if you join SPJIMR)

• You have a very high chance of getting placed, even if not in high-paying consulting — average salary range ~ ₹30–33 LPA is common.
• For high achievers or those targeting premium sectors (consulting, BFSI, global roles), top packages can go ₹80–90 LPA or more.
• Broad sectoral exposure means you aren’t locked to one path — flexibility helps match your interests. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)
• Internships + PPOs offer early placement security — nearly half the batch may get early offers. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)
• For working professionals opting for PGPM, the programme still offers substantial salary uplift, even if absolute numbers are slightly lower than fresh-grad PGDM batches. Post Graduate Diploma in Management Business Management (PGDM BM)

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