My journey at IIM A starts

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:

Just received my books

Class Room

My Study Group

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