About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

SPJIMR’s Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is a two-year, full-time residential programme equivalent to an MBA About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

. PGDM is approved by AICTE, accredited by NBA and AMBA, UK and consistently rates among India’s top 10 management programmes.  About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

The programme offers a holistic approach to leadership development with its innovative blend of classroom learning and thoughtfully curated immersive experiences. About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

SPJIMR’s distinguished faculty of accomplished academicians and practitioners constantly incorporate practice-focus contemporary innovation in the programme design to accelerate the participant’s leadership development.

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

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.  About Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Objective

PGDM 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

International rankings and ratings

SPJIMR is recognised by the Financial Times Masters in Management (FT MiM) 2024 Ranking as the #1 B-school in India. SPJIMR secured the 35th position globally for its two-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). The institute achieved a remarkable seventh-place global ranking in the ‘Careers Service’ category, demonstrating its excellence in supporting student placements and facilitating exceptional career opportunities for graduates.

SPJIMR PGDM Admission Process & Important Dates

Note: Dates can change slightly each year — keep an eye on the official SPJIMR website during the application cycle.

Eligibility Criteria for PGDM at SPJIMR

To be eligible to apply for PGDM (through regular route or via quota/direct admission), candidates must satisfy:

• A bachelor’s degree (any discipline) from a recognized university.
• Minimum 50% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in graduation. SPJIMR+1
• Fresh graduates are allowed. Those with up to 5 years of work experience are also eligible. SPJIMR+1
• Valid entrance exam score: SPJIMR accepts CAT or GMAT results.
• Proficiency in English — since instruction is fully in English. SPJIMR+1

PGDM via Management Quota / Profile-Based Admission — What’s Different?

While the regular route relies heavily on entrance exam scores + cutoffs, SPJIMR’s profile-based admission / management quota path allows selection based on:

• Academic consistency
• Work experience (if any)
• Projects, internships, leadership, extracurriculars
• Skills, certifications, achievements
• Interview performance

Even here, a valid CAT/GMAT score is required — SPJIMR accepts both for all PGDM aspirants. SPJIMR+1

Hence, management quota isn’t a “no-exam” entry — it’s more of a holistic evaluation path that gives weight to the overall profile.

SPJIMR Placement Details (PG/PGDM)

Key 2024–2025 Placement Highlights

Other Programme (PGPM 2024–25) Snapshot:

• Average CTC: ₹ 24.40 LPA SPJIMR+1
• Top 25% earned ≈ ₹ 33.40 LPA; Top 50% ≈ ₹ 29.30 LPA SPJIMR

Placement Trends & Sector-Wise Insights

2025 Placement Cycle (PGDM / PGDM-BM)

• Placement rate: 100% — All 336 students got placed. SPJIMR+1
• More than 53% of the batch got offers ≥ ₹ 30 LPA. SPJIMR+1
• Over 90% received offers above ₹ 25 LPA. SPJIMR+1
• Top recruiting sectors: Consulting, FMCG, General Management, BFSI, Tech. SPJIMR

Sector-wise distribution (approximate for 2025 PGDM):

*Percentages as per publicly available data; may vary slightly depending on final company offers.

Historical Performance Snapshot (Last 5 Years)

The data shows that SPJIMR has consistently maintained strong placement outcomes over the years, with stable average and top packages.

Why SPJIMR Placements Remain Strong

• Diverse Recruiter Base: Regular participation from consulting firms, FMCG majors, BFSI, technology, general management, and private equity firms. SPJIMR
• High Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs): 48–50% of batch receives PPOs, easing transition to jobs. SPJIMR+1
• Wide Specialization Appeal: SPJIMR’s PGDM / PGDM-BM caters to students with varied backgrounds — commerce, engineering, arts — enabling cross-industry placements.
• Strong Industry Interface & Global Outreach: Partnerships with leading firms plus international placement opportunities (highest 89 LPA international offer in 2025) boost global employability.

Suggested Graphs & Visuals for Your Website

Here are some graph ideas you can embed for better visualization on your website/blog:

1. Placement Trend Graph (Average & Highest CTC over Years)
   • X-axis: Batch Year (2023, 2024, 2025 etc.)
   • Y-axis: CTC (LPA)
   • Two lines: Average CTC, Highest CTC
2. Batch Outcome Pie-Chart (2025 Batch)
   • 53% placed ≥ ₹ 30 LPA
   • 90% placed ≥ ₹ 25 LPA
   • Others
3. Sector-Wise Bar Chart (2025 Offers)
   • Sectors: Consulting, FMCG, Product/General Mgmt, BFSI, Others
   • Bars: % of offers
4. Placement Summary Table (as shown above) — easy to read and copy-paste
5. PPO vs New Offers Bar Graph — Visualising PPO count vs fresh offers

SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) – Admissions Open for 2025–27 PGDM Batch

SPJIMR Mumbai, one of India’s top-ranked management schools, has now opened applications for its prestigious PGDM and PGDM-BM programs. With a focus on values-driven leadership, global learning, and 100% placement opportunities, SPJIMR attracts top recruiters and talented students each year.
Students seeking management quota admission or direct admission support can now apply through verified channels.

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