Lucknow, 06th November 2026: Indian Institute of Management Lucknow invites applications for the 2027–28 batch of its flagship full-time International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX), offered at its Noida campus.
Designed for mid- and senior-level professionals, this one-year programme offers immersive management education that combines Indian business insights with global management perspectives. It also strengthens participants’ strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and leadership skills.
The program is particularly suited for:
Ø Professionals aspiring to transition into top management and leadership positions.
Ø Executives looking to launch entrepreneurial ventures.
Ø Organisation-sponsored candidates aspiring to enhance their leadership capabilities.
Ø Technical professionals seeking to broaden their managerial competencies and advance their careers.
Ø Business professionals preparing themselves for global management responsibilities.
Admissions for the 2027–28 batch are being conducted in three phases, with Phase 2 in progress. The deadline for submitting completed applications is 30 November 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early and check the eligibility criteria. Interested candidates can apply directly through this link.
It is notable that candidates can apply in only one of the three phases.
For any queries, applicants can contact the Admission Office at admission_nc@iiml.ac.in
Highlighting the programme’s distinctive approach, Prof. Ashish Aggarwal, Chairperson, Admissions, IIM Lucknow Noida Campus, said, “The program offers world class education with a unique blend of class room learning, industry interaction and international exposure.”
A globally recognised programme, IIM Lucknow’s IPMX holds 58th rank in the Financial Times MBA Rankings 2026. It offers a comprehensive curriculum spanning core management disciplines, including finance and accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour, human resource management, economics, strategic management, operations, business analytics, information technology and systems, and business communications. In addition to this, participants can also choose from a diverse range of elective courses aligned with their professional interests and career aspirations.
A key highlight of this programme is its international immersion module at a partner institution overseas. This module provides participants with an opportunity to experience international business environments through academic courses and industry visits.
The programme also incorporates workshops, industry-oriented projects and assignments based on real-life business challenges, enabling participants to connect management concepts with practical organisational contexts.
To apply for the IPMX, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Ø A bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Ø A valid GMAT/GRE score (the score must be valid until the last date of application).
Ø A minimum of four years of full-time, regular post-qualification work experience as of 31 March 2027.
Admission process
The admission process comprises shortlisting based on GMAT/GRE scores, followed by a Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). The final selection is based on the candidate's GMAT/GRE score, academic and professional profile, and performance in the WAT and PI. Further information on the admission process can be found at the following link: https://www.iiml.ac.in/
