ePGP at IIM Ahmedabad
It is a dream of every aspiring
MBA student to get admissions into the mecca of management education in India,
IIM Ahmedabad. So when I got the email from IIM-A that I have been offered a
seat in ePGP, I was in seventh heaven.
ePGP is a hybrid program, which
is offered through a satellite technology-enabled interactive class room
located in major cities of India. Hughes is the technology partner. Campus modules in the IIMA Campus are also included in the
programme design. The selection procedure now is through CAT/GMAT exams and
interviews by faculty.
The first campus module was
conducted in last week of September. It
was good to come back to formal studies after a gap of almost 15 years. The
atmosphere in the campus was very conducive for studies. Everyone I met had an
aura of achievement and self-confidence around them. The professors were the
best in their respective fields. It was good to see batch mates from diverse
fields. Our batch has entrepreneurs, people from public sectors, private
companies and Multinational companies with a collective work experience of
about 600 years!!
The rigour of IIM-A slowly but
surely dawned upon us. We had case studies, readings, group discussions and
assignments. The course structure is beautifully designed to suit working
executives.
The stay in the campus was very
good with comfortable rooms and sumptuous food. Most of all the serene
surroundings would make even the dullest person start to study. The campus
module was very well organized with evenly spaced events.
The online module started in the
month of October; the first class online dispelled any doubts that one would
have in mind about the effectiveness of this mode of education. It was a bit
difficult juggling a day job, family life and studies. But after a month I can
confidently say that the camaraderie of my batch-mates, advice of seniors and
the wonderful teachings of professors has definitely helped me adjust to the
new normal in my life.
This course is must do for people
who missed out on management studies after their graduation. Come join the IIMA
way of life!!.
A few pictures:
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| Just received my books |
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| Class Room |
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| My Study Group |
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