Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, established in 2004, has rapidly ascended to become one of India's premier business schools, consistently ranked among the top 25 B-schools in the country. Located on the scenic East Coast Road at Manamai Village, the institute operates from a world-class 15-acre waterfront campus designed to foster collaborative learning and leadership development. Great Lakes offers flagship Post Graduate Programs in Management (PGPM) for fresh graduates and working professionals, along with specialized programs in Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, and Executive Education.
Accredited by AICTE and NBA, the institute has earned recognition for its innovative curriculum, outstanding faculty including professors from leading global business schools, and strong industry connections. The pedagogy emphasizes case-based learning, live projects with companies, international immersion programs at partner universities in USA, Europe, and Asia, and extensive use of business simulations.
Great Lakes boasts exceptional placement records with students securing positions at top consulting firms, investment banks, FMCG companies, technology giants, and startups, with average salary packages consistently ranking among the highest for Indian B-schools. The institute's faculty includes accomplished academicians, industry practitioners, and thought leaders who bring real-world insights into the classroom.
Beyond academics, Great Lakes fosters entrepreneurship through its incubation cell, hosts high-profile management conclaves, and encourages social responsibility through community outreach programs. The vibrant campus features modern amphitheater classrooms, advanced IT infrastructure, residential facilities, sports amenities, and regular cultural and sports events creating a holistic management education experience.