INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CALCUTTA
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS
ADMISSION BROCHURE:
Post Graduate Program for Executives for Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing
Session: 2016-2017
Background of the Project
Despite its rapid overall economic growth and the development of the service sector, exemplified by the Information and
Communications Technology (ICT) sector, inclusive growth remains a big challenge for India. Recognizing the crucial roles
that the manufacturing sector plays in creating employment, Indian government established the National Manufacturing
Competitiveness Council (NMCC) in 2004 in order for this sector to enhance its development and contribute more
dynamically to the global market. In 2006, an initial effort was made by NMCC to develop a programme to nurture
“Visionary Leaders” capable of Breakthrough Thinking and envisioning future concepts, trends and businesses, thereby
transforming the Indian manufacturing industry.
Following the above initiative, “Visionary Leaders for Manufacturing (VLFM)” Programme has been developed by NMCC
in collaboration with Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD), two Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), an
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) as a flagship programme to
develop leaders in manufacturing, under the Joint Statement towards Japan-India Strategic and Global Partnership (also
known as the Indo-Japan Cooperation Agreement 2006), signed by Honorable Dr. Man Mohan Singh, Prime Minister of
India, and His Excellency Mr. Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan, in December 2006. Based on the Joint Statement, the
government of India requested a technical assistance to the government of Japan to provide them with necessary advice
for smooth launching of the programme. In response to the request, JICA implemented a technical cooperation Project
(the VLFM Project) from August 2007 to March 2013.
LAKEVIEW HOSTEL, IIMC
Following the satisfactory achievements of the above-mentioned project through the activities of the VLFM, the
Government of Japan adopted the execution of a three-year Project on Champions for Societal Manufacturing (CSM)
starting from April 2013. Building on the achievement of the VLFM, the CSM Project aims to further enhance the
framework to strengthen and scale up the VLFM Programme in order to promote competitiveness and social contribution
of the Indian manufacturing enterprises.
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Major Attributes of VLM Program
 Joint Program of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC), Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and Indian
Institute of Technology Madras (IITM).
 Supported by Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
 One year full time residential program.
 36 weeks classroom interaction, case studies, tutorials, lab sessions, project work at IIMC, IITM and IITK; total 1032
interaction hours.
 7 (Seven) weeks internship in industry.
 3 (Three) to 4 (Four) weeks industry visits in India and abroad.
 The program introduces courses in Green Manufacturing, and course module on Innovation.
 The program is meant for promising engineers drawn from the manufacturing sector, who have the potential for top
management positions.
 The program will involve development of leadership and management skills together with cutting edge technology
awareness and proficiency.
 The program will have a proper balance of theoretical inputs and practical training to develop a high degree of leadership
skill which would enable Indian companies convert manufacturing into a competitive weapon.
INAUGURATION OF 9th BATCH
Certification
On successful completion of the Program, “Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Executives in Manufacturing” is awarded
jointly by IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras.
Batch Size
The batch size for 2016‐2017 session will be 40.
Fees
Rs. 9,00,000 to be paid in Installments spread over one year duration of the program. The stipulated fees exclude Boarding, Lodging, Travel in India and Japan Visit Cost which comes to about Rs.4.00 lakhs approximately.
Eligibility
Education
A First‐Class Graduate Engineer with First Division/ First Class Marks from SLC/ Madhyamik
Work Experience
Self-sponsored candidates, not in service ‐ Minimum 4½ (four and half) to maximum 10 (ten) years of work experience in manufacturing, engineering and related sector; holding responsibilities in production planning and
control, research, design and development, quality control, plant engineering, maintenance, supply chain, construction etc. Sponsored candidates and candidates on study leave need to have minimum 4½ (four and half)
years’ work experience only. In these cases, there is no upper limit of experience.
The date of computation of the number of years of work experience shall be up to 29th February 2016 for the academic year 2016‐17.
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Tentative Academic Calendar, Course Structure and Credit Point Distribution among IIMC , IITK & IITM
Session : 2016-2017
Courses at IIM Calcutta
Term 0 (April 4,Monday - April 16,Saturday), 2016
Course Code
Title of the Course
VLM001
Managerial Communication
VLM002
Break-through Management
Total
Term I (April 18,Monday- May 26,Thursday), 2016
Course Code
Title of the Course
VLM101
Decision Making Tools
VLM102
Global Scenario
VLM103
Regulatory National & International
VLM104
Managerial Economics
VLM105
Organizational Structure and Design
VLM106
Marketing
Total
Term II (May 27,Friday - July 17, Sunday), 2016
Course Code
Title of the Course
VLM201
ERP Workflow & BPR
VLM202
Financial Analysis
VLM203
Human Resource & Labour Law
VLM204
Manufacturing Strategy
VLM205
Strategic Analysis
VLM206
Production Management
VLM207
Project Management
Total
Term VI (November 23,Wednesday - December 24,Saturday), 2016
Course Code
VLM601
VLM602
VLM603
VLM604
VLM605
No. of Days : 13
Credit
1.5
3.0
4.5
No. of Days : 39
Credit
3.0
1.5
1.5
2.0
3.0
3.0
14.0
No. of Days : 52
Credit
4.5
4.5
3.0
2.0
3.0
4.5
2.0
23.5
No. of Days : 32
Title of the Course
Interpersonal Skills & Leadership
Green Manufacturing
Vision to Execution
Ethics & Values in Business
Entrepreneurship
Total
Credit
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
11.0
Total Course Credit at IIM Calcutta :
53
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IIT, KANPUR
Courses at IIT Kanpur
Term IV (July 20,Wednesday - September 10,Saturday), 2016
Course Code
Title of the Course
VLM601
Product Design & New Product Management
VLM602
Supply Chain Management
VLM603
Advance Materials
VLM604
Automation & Robotics In Manufacturing
VLM605
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems
VLM606
Data Analysis & Decision Making
No. of Days : 53
Credit
5
2
2
3
2
2
Total Course Credit at IIT Kanpur :
16
Courses at IIT Madras
Term V (September 15,Thursday - November 13,Sunday), 2016
Course Code
Title of the Course
MS5370V
Production Management II
ED5317
Strategies for Managing Innovation
MS5030V
Leadership & Decision Making II
MS5170V
Leadership & Decision Making III
MS5990V
Technology Management
MS6510V
Computer Integrated Manufacturing II
MS6520V
Frontier Technologies in Manufacturing
MS5330V
Supply Chain Management
No. of Days : 60
Credit
2
3
2
1
2
2
2
2
Total Course Credit at IIT Madras :
16
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IIT MADRAS
Credit
Term III (December 26,Monday - December 29,Thursday), 2016
No. of Days : 04 days
IRCA Approved Lead Auditor Training by Bureau Veritas, IIMC
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Term VII (Jan 2, ,Monday- February 10,Friday), 2017
Industry Internship (By Placement Office, IIMC)
3.0
No. of Days : 40 days
Term VIII (February 26, Sunday - March 09, Thursday), 2017
No. of Days : 12 days
International Industry Visit at Japan, subject to JICA agreement renewal.
3.0
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CHAIRMAN-PGPEX VLM, IIMC INTRODUCING GUEST FACULTY FROM INDUSTRY
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Course Structure
(Jointly conducted by IIMC, IIT Kanpur & IIT Madras)
Module
Courses
Objectives
Break Through Management & Two weeks session to be taken by Prof. Shoji Shiba,Chief Advisor, JICA, Individual Deming Prize Winner and a recipient of Padma Shri by Government of India.
Five Step Discovery Process*
*Subject to fresh agreement with JICA from April 2016 onwards
Managerial
Communication
The purpose of the course is to make professionals effective communicators in all forms of communication, written, oral and non‐verbal aspects of communication.
The course builds up diverse business scenarios offering communication solutions to the problems generally faced in business due to communication disorders.
IIMC
To provide an overview of the complexity of the global manufacturing scenario, emphasize the management problems that companies face in globalizing facilities
and operations.
To appreciate the regulatory framework of manufacturing business‐ both national and international especially in the context of multinational operations, WTO and
other Trade Agreements
IIMC
Strategic Analysis
Sensitizing about impending changes facing Indian manufacturing companies owing to changing world order, strategies to overcome challenges and make Indian
manufacturing more globally competitive, analytical approaches to assess competitiveness capabilities and design/develop strategies, develop holistic view of
organization
IIMC
Vision to Execution
1. To understand and analyze the complex relationship between the vision, mission, strategy, policies, organizational structure, systems and processes;
2. To understand the basic organizational structures; functional, divisional and matrix and process of organizational evolution;
3. To gain insights into the process of translating vision into action in different kinds of organizations with special reference to technology based organizations;
4. To understand the characteristics of innovative organizations and how to strategically manage them.
IIMC
Green
Manufacturing
The course should cover all dimensions of green manufacturing and technologies starting from design through green manufacturing practices, green supply chain
management and green marketing etc.
IIMC,
IITK &
IITM
Managerial
Economics
Develop understanding of a market economy, and the causes and consequences of demand‐supply movements. Develop economic decision‐making skills, with
particular reference to efficiency in production decisions and in profit maximization. Understanding different market structures in different industries (monopoly,
oligopoly, and monopolistic competition), the exercise of market power by firms and also The course will also include understanding of Macro Economics in
Business environment.
IIMC
Financial Analysis
To acquaint with basic concepts in accounting (financial & cost) and corporate financial management.
IIMC
Organizational Structure &
Design
To apprise different forms of organizations, highlight impact of structure and design on overall organizational effectiveness
IIMC
HR & Labor Laws
To sensitize on importance of people issue in company competitive advantage, awareness of labor regulation in manufacturing industry
IIMC
Marketing
To focus on emerging marketing environment in India. It will also focus on market orientation and the process and tools for building marketing strategies that
IIMC
deliver superior levels of customer satisfaction, value and profitability by emphasizing importance of customer‐ orientation for the firm and the role manufacturing
can play in enhancing competitiveness of the firm by delighting the customers.
Manufacturing Strategy
In order to achieve timely delivery of cost‐effective, high‐quality products in a competitive environment, manufacturing firms have realized the importance of IIMC
manufacturing strategy as a key source of sustainable competitive advantage. This course aims to develop a strategic perspective for manufacturing through
concepts, cases, best practices and games.
Production Management 1
To acquaint the participants with the important concepts and tools used in input, output and transformation management process. In addition to classical
production management concepts like Capacity Planning and Production Planning and Control, the course will also include the contemporary concepts, namely,
Just‐ in‐ Time, Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System and Total Productive Maintenance.
Environment
Global Scenario
of Manufacturing
Regulatory‐ National &
International
Functional
Knowledge
Manufacturing
Systems &
Technology
Institut
ion
IIMC
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IIMC
IIMC
Production Management 2
Total Quality Management, six‐sigma
IIT
Supply Chain Management
Understand key drivers of supply chain performance measures, Logistics strategies in managing global supply chains, Creating value through supply chain
integration, IT and supply chain.
IIT
Project Management
To acquaint the participants with the concepts, tools and techniques required for planning, execution, monitoring and control of projects within specified time,
budget and quality. Aspects of project coordination and procedural issues will also be covered.
Technology Management
To apprise participants to the importance of technology and innovation in the context of manufacturing, To create
in manufacturing environment, Contract management for technology transfer
awareness in importance of IP issues
ERP, Workflow and Business
To impart to the participants insights on strategy formulation for IT and its applications, with a special reference to the manufacturing industry. Introduce
Process Reengineering: Strategic the participants to the various IT based platforms like ERP and SCM, widely deployed in the manufacturing industry. Acquaint participants with implementation
IT initiatives in manufacturing strategies for IT platforms, which involve workflow analysis, business process reengineering and management of the accompanying organizational change.
Product Design Prototyping
IIT
IIMC
Exposure to customer need‐design‐prototyping‐ manufacturing cycle through case examples and projects To develop strategies for New Product
Development, New Product Marketing, Product costing and New Product Pricing.
IIT
Frontier Technologies for
Manufacturing
Awareness of futuristic technologies (e.g., nano, bio, fuel cells, microprocessor based controls, Shape Memory Alloys etc.) product/process in manufacturing,
Awareness of green production and Big R in manufacturing
IIT
Automation & Robotics
Identification of need and impact of automation on quality and productivity; Choice of appropriate (e.g., low cost automation) level of automation; Tools to
evaluate human performance and ergonomic design of workplace; Development of skill in ergonomic design of workplace and low cost automation,
IIT
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
Understanding of information flow through computers on supply‐manufacturing‐delivery cycle; Understanding computer integrated manufacturing systems (e.g.,
CMS, FMS, etc.); Skill building in CAE including process planning; Skill building in design of integrated manufacturing system using simulation tool
IIT
Advanced Materials
Exposure to understand and incorporate newer materials (e.g., nano, nano‐materials, bio‐materials, Shape Memory Alloys, smart polymers, hydrogen fuel)
IIT
Problem Formulation
Mastering techniques for abstraction of key dimensions and multiple criteria from a problem description
IIT
Data Analysis
Data interpretation for decision making
IIT
Decision Making Tools
To acquaint the participants with the most fundamental mathematical tools required for the management science, and to provide an introduction to some of
the important statistical tools that are necessary for reaching efficient managerial decisions under uncertainty with emphasis on practical applications of the
statistical tools.
This course is a reflection of 2 major trends : a) National economic growth is enhanced significantly by entrepreneurial activity, b) A large group of management
graduates have also become entrepreneurs or self‐ employed This course provides a strategic perspective in the area of New Ventures
New Product Management
Leadership &
Decision
Making
(LDM‐1)
IIMC
Entrepreneur‐
ship
IIMC
Interpersonal Skills & Leadership To
appreciate and understand the behaviour of individuals and groups of individuals in organizations, with a view to enhancing both productivity and IIMC
satisfaction of employees
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Pedagogy
Learning through team based approach for addressing complex issues. Course delivery through an appropriate mix of class room lectures, case studies, class room exercises, individual and team assignments.
Industry Tours
Domestic Industry Visit within the country and International Industrial study visit in Japan are integral part of the program with an objective of understanding national/ global manufacturing environment.
Industry Internship
Six-Eight weeks. The objective of the internship is to provide an opportunity for doing state‐of‐the-art research leading to a product/process redesign or an innovation.
Admission Process
Application form is to be submitted in form as is available separately on the website.
Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of his/her academic background, which has to be consistently first division/first class from school (SLC/ Madhyamik) Board examination level to graduation level,
relevant work experience, employer’s recommendations, performance in the Aptitude Test and Personal Interview to be conducted jointly by IIMC, IITK and IITM.
Important Dates for admissions and tentative Academic Calendar of 2016‐17 Academic Session (10th batch)
September 23, 2015, Wednesday - TOI October 14, 2015, Wednesday Admission notification in National Dailies
– Economic Times
November 30,2015, Monday
Last date of submission of Application Form enclosed with Demand draft of Rs.2,500 as an application fee drawn in favour of Indian Institute of
Management Calcutta, and payable at Kolkata.
December 7,2015 , Monday
Announcement of Short listed candidates for test & Interview
December 20, 2015 , Sunday
Aptitude test and Interview at IIM Calcutta
December 20, 2015 , Sunday
Announcement of Final list of selected candidates and waiting list candidates.
January 15,2016 , Friday
Last date of submitting acceptance of offer with deposit of Demand Draft of Rs. 60,000/‐ in favour of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta,
payable
at Kolkata.
KolkataKanpur.
January 18,2016 , Monday
Activation of waiting list , if required
February 15,2016, Monday
Last date of acceptance of offer with deposit of Demand Draft of Rs. 60,000/‐ in favour of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, payable at
Kolkata.
April 1, 2016, Friday
Registration for Admission from 11‐30 a.m. at IIM Calcutta
April 4, 2016, Monday
Commencement of Academic Session.
April to July 15,2016
IIM Calcutta
July 20 to September 10,2016
IIT Kanpur
September 15 to November 13,2016
IIT Madras
November 23 to December 29,2016
IIM Calcutta
January 2,2017 to February 10,2017
Industry Internship in India
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JAPAN VISIT
Manual Submission of Application: Duly filled in Application Form (to be downloaded from https://programslive.iimcal.ac.in/pgpex-vlm) with declaration etc. and with a demand draft of Application Processing Fee of Rs.2,500
(Rupees two thousand five hundred) drawn in favour of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta and payable in Kolkata should reach by 30th November 2015 by Registered Post / Speed Post to :
PGPEX‐VLM Office
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
Joka, Diamond Harbour Road
Kolkata – 700104
Ph: 91‐33‐2438‐0613 (D), 91‐33‐2467‐8300/6 (Extn.205/210), Email: vlmp@iimcal.ac.in/ admissions_pgpexvlm@iimcal.ac.in .
Online Application and Payment Web URL: https://programslive.iimcal.ac.in/pgpex-vlm Then visit the Admissions section.
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Program Fees for the Academic Session 2016‐17 (10th batch)
A.
TO BE PAID TO INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CALCUTTA. D H. ROAD, JOKA, KOLKATA 700104
Program Acceptance/Process Fee of Rs. 60,000/= to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Indian Institute of Management Calcutta ” payable at any Bank in Kolkata along with the acceptance of the
admission offer latest by Monday, 18th January, 2016 and 18th February 2016, Thursday in case of waiting list candidates offered admission.
B.
TO BE PAID AT PGPEX‐VLM OFFICE, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CALCUTTA. D H. ROAD, JOKA, KOLKATA 700104
Program fee of Rs.3,52,500/= to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Indian Institute of Management Calcutta” payable at any Bank in Kolkata latest by Friday, April 1, 2016.
C.
TO BE PAID AT PGPEX‐VLM OFFICE, DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL & MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR, KALYANPUR, KANPUR‐208016
Program Fee of Rs.1,95,000/‐ to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur”, payable at any Bank in Kanpur latest by Monday, July 21, 2016.
D.
TO BE PAID AT PGPEX‐VLM OFFICE, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS, CHENNAI‐600 036
Program fee of Rs. 1,95,000/‐ to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Indian Institute of Technology Madras”, payable at any Bank in Chennai latest by Monday, September 15, 2016.
E.
TO BE PAID AT PGPEX‐VLM OFFICE, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CALCUTTA, D. H. ROAD, JOKA, KOLKATA‐700 104
Final Program fee of Rs.97,500 to be paid by Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Indian Institute of Management Calcutta”, payable at any Bank in Kolkata by Monday, November 14, 2016.
Contact Addresses:
VLM Office
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Kanpur‐208016, Uttarpradesh
Ph: 0512‐2596647, 0512‐3597376, email: vlmp@iitk.ac.in
Website: www.iitk.ac.in/vlm.
VLM Office
Department of Management Studies
Indian Institute of Technology Madras,
Chennai – 600036
Ph: 044‐22574570, Email: vlm@iitm.ac.in
Website: http://www.vlm.iitm.ac.in/
PGPEX-VLM Office
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
Joka, Diamond Harbour Road
Kolkata – 700104
Ph: 91- 33 -2438-0613 (D), 91-33-2467-8300 /6 (Extn.205/210),
PGPEX-VLM Office
Email : vlmp@iimcal.ac.in
Website : https://programslive.iimcal.ac.in/pgpex-vlm
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FAQs
I do not have a GMAT or GRE score. Am I eligible for applying to PGPEX‐VLM?
Yes, you are eligible. GMAT/GRE score is not mandatory. If you have the score, it is treated as a part of your academic record.
I have a GMAT or a GRE score. Do I have to appear for the Aptitude Test?
Yes, you will have to appear for the Aptitude Test, if short‐listed in consideration of particulars stated in the application form. Note: ‐GMAT/GRE score is only used to evaluate part of your academic record mentioned in the
Application Form. The decision to allow you to take the Aptitude Test is based on screening result of your Application Form. All candidates short‐listed on the basis of Application Form will have to appear in the Aptitude
Test.
What will be the venue/date of the Aptitude Test?
The venue of the Aptitude Test will be at Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, Joka, Diamond Harbour Road, Kolkata 700104. The tentative date of the Aptitude Test is Sunday, December 20, 2015, the test would be
conducted from 10‐00 am. Short listed candidates after the Aptitude Test would have to appear for a Personnel Interview on the same date at IIM Calcutta.
What is the structure of the Aptitude Test?
The duration of the Aptitude Test is 2 hours. The test comprises three parts. Part I consists of analytical ability, Part II verbal abilities and Part III engineering aptitude. There will be 25% negative marking in the Aptitude
Test.
What will be the pattern of engineering aptitude section in the aptitude test?
There is no prescribed syllabus for the engineering aptitude section of the Aptitude Test. The idea is to test the candidate's ability to apply some fundamental engineering concepts across various disciplines. Specific and
advanced level preparation of any particular branch of engineering is not required.
Whether accommodation would be provided for the Aptitude Test & Interview at IIMC?
Limited twin sharing chargeable accommodation may be available, subject to first come first serve basis
Do I get a Post‐Graduate Diploma at the completion of the Program?
A Joint Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Executives in Manufacturing will be awarded jointly by IIMC, IITK, and IITM on successful completion of the program subject to compliance of all formalities and terms by
the candidate.
What are the estimated expenses for boarding, lodging, and industry tours?
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Cost of accommodation and boarding at IIM/IIT: approximately Rs 7,000 to Rs.8,000 per month (on actuals)
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Cost of domestic visits/ tours: approximately Rs 60,000/‐ Sixty thousand(on actuals)
Cost of international visit/ tours: approximately Rs 2.00 lacs (on actuals)
What is the batch size of the Program?
The batch size is 40*.
Will I be provided family accommodation during my course work?
No family accommodation would be provided. Furnished single /twin sharing basis accommodation would be provided.
What are the evaluation criteria during the Program AND Will I have to pass examination at the end of the Program to get the Diploma?
Each course will have continuous evaluation system based on pedagogy and can include examination, term projects, class interaction etc. Each course will be graded and grade point average will be calculated for each
term and full course. You will be required to maintain prescribed academic standard to complete the course. Inability to do so will result in dismissal from the programme as per the prescribed regulation of each Institute.
Can I pay the fees in installments?
Yes. Total course Fee of Rs. 9,00,000 lakhs have to be paid in five installments of Rs.60,000, Rs.3,52,500, Rs.1,95,000, Rs.1,95,000 & Rs.97,500 through demand draft spread over one year duration of the program. Payment
of first installment of Rs. 60,000 has to be made by Demand Draft drawn in favour of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta and payable at Kolkata with the acceptance of the admission offer latest by 15th January,
2016.
Are the fees and charges paid, refundable on cancellation of offer, admission withdrawal, and non‐reporting of registration for any reason?
Fees and Charges paid are not refundable under any circumstances.
Is there any in campus banking facility?
Yes, State Bank of India, IIM Joka Branch, IIMC Campus, Joka, Kolkata 700104. Email: sbi.06210@sbi.co.in, contact no.‐9674713151/ 9674713158/ 9674713154
*This includes industry sponsored candidates
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