Indian Institute of management Indore

Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIM Indore), established in 1996 as the sixth member of the prestigious IIM family, is located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and has emerged as one of India's leading business schools offering world-class management education through its flagship two-year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGM), five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), Fellow Programme in Management (Ph.D.

equivalent), Executive Post Graduate Programme (ePGP), and various Executive Education programmes for working professionals. The institute was established by the Government of India on the recommendations of the Sixth Pay Commission to meet the growing demand for quality management education in India, initially starting operations with 39 students in rented premises before moving to its beautiful permanent campus spread over 193 acres at Prabandh Shikhar, Rau-Pithampur Road, which features sustainable architecture, green buildings, and modern facilities that create an ideal environment for learning, research, and holistic development.

The flagship PGM programme admits students through the Common Admission Test (CAT) and attracts the brightest minds from across India, offering specializations in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Information Technology, and Strategy, with a rigorous curriculum that combines core management subjects with electives, case-study methodology pioneered by Harvard Business School, live projects, summer internships with top corporations, international exchange programmes with partner universities abroad, and leadership development activities.

The five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), launched in 2011, is unique among IIMs and admits students directly after Class XII through the IPM Aptitude Test, providing integrated undergraduate and postgraduate management education that includes foundation courses in liberal arts, sciences, and management, followed by intensive management courses in later years, preparing young minds for leadership roles from an early age.

The 193-acre campus at Rau features state-of-the-art infrastructure including modern academic blocks with air-conditioned lecture halls equipped with advanced audio-visual technology, amphitheatres for large gatherings, case discussion rooms designed for interactive learning, computer labs with high-performance systems and enterprise software, library housing extensive collection of management books, journals, case studies, and digital databases, residential facilities for all students with furnished single rooms, mess and dining facilities, sports complex, and recreational areas that create a residential learning environment.

The faculty at IIM Indore comprises accomplished professors and associate professors who hold Ph.D. degrees from premier institutions in India and abroad including IIMs, IITs, Ivy League universities, and other top business schools, have prior corporate experience in many cases, are actively engaged in cutting-edge research in management disciplines, publish in top-tier international journals including those listed in Financial Times Top 50, consult with leading corporations and government organizations, and bring real-world insights into the classroom through case teaching, simulations, and experiential learning methodologies.

IIM Indore maintains strong industry connect through its extensive alumni network working in leadership positions across Fortune 500 companies, consulting firms, financial institutions, and startups, corporate partnerships that facilitate live projects, internships, and placement opportunities, regular guest lectures and workshops by industry leaders and entrepreneurs, and collaborations with organizations for research, consulting, and executive education programmes.

The institute's placement record is consistently impressive with leading companies from consulting, finance, technology, FMCG, e-commerce, and other sectors recruiting students for prestigious roles, with average and median salary packages among the highest in the country, and students securing positions in organizations like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Unilever, P&G, and numerous other blue-chip companies.

Student life at IIM Indore is vibrant and extends beyond academics, with numerous student committees managing various aspects of campus life including placement committee, alumni committee, cultural committee, sports committee, and social initiatives committee, clubs focused on consulting, finance, marketing, operations, entrepreneurship, analytics, and special interests, annual business festival Iris attended by students from top B-schools across India featuring competitions, summits, and workshops, cultural fest Mirage showcasing artistic talents, sports facilities for cricket, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, swimming, gymnasium, and yoga, and strong peer learning culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives enrich the educational experience.

IIM Indore holds autonomous status, is recognized as an Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act 2017, and has earned prestigious accreditations including AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation which places it among elite business schools globally, AMBA accreditation, and consistently ranks among top 5 IIMs and top 10 B-schools in India in various national and international rankings.

The institute provides comprehensive support to students including merit-based scholarships and financial assistance for economically disadvantaged students, educational loan facilitation through tie-ups with banks, accommodation in fully-furnished single rooms with modern amenities, health center with medical staff, counseling services for academic and personal well-being, career development support through dedicated placement team, entrepreneurship mentorship through the incubation center that supports student and alumni startups, and access to digital learning platforms, case repositories, and research databases.

With emphasis on research and thought leadership, IIM Indore encourages faculty and students to engage in impactful research, hosts conferences and seminars on contemporary management issues, publishes working papers and research journals, operates research centers focused on areas like rural management, healthcare management, public policy, family business, and digital transformation, and contributes to management knowledge and practice in India and globally.

The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) attracts research scholars who work under the guidance of accomplished faculty on cutting-edge research topics, and the Executive Education programmes serve working professionals and corporate clients with customized training interventions. Indian Institute of Management Indore continues to build on its legacy of excellence in management education, producing ethical and socially responsible business leaders who drive organizational success, contribute to economic development, and make a positive impact on society through their leadership, innovation, and values, making it a premier destination for students aspiring to pursue management careers and achieve professional excellence in the competitive global business environment.