Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon
About
OfficialWhere the art of leadership blends with the science of management
- Multi-campus B-school with centers in Chennai, Gurgaon, and online platforms
- Globally accredited with consistent ranking among India's top 10 B-schools
- LEED platinum rated green campus in Chennai
- Flagship programs: PGPM (1-year), PGDM (2-year), PGXPM (executive), FPM (doctoral)
- Innovative focus on emerging technologies: AI/ML, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security
- Online and blended learning programs through Great Learning partnership
Academics
Great Lakes offers comprehensive postgraduate management programs across multiple formats. Full-time programs include PGPM (one-year MBA for 2+ years experience), PGDM (two-year MBA for 0-3 years experience), PGPM-FBE (family business focus), PGXPM (executive program for 8+ years experience), and FPM (doctoral program in Marketing and Finance & Accounting). The institute also provides extensive online and blended programs in emerging domains including Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Digital Marketing, Product Management, and Electric Vehicle Design through collaboration with Great Learning.
Campus & Infrastructure
The Chennai campus is LEED platinum rated, reflecting the institute's commitment to sustainability and green infrastructure. The Gurgaon campus is strategically located in the corporate hub of Delhi NCR, positioning it as an innovative B-school focused on future business trends. The institute maintains multiple delivery modes including full-time classroom programs, weekend classroom sessions, and fully online formats to serve diverse professional cohorts.
Admissions
Great Lakes accepts candidates across multiple pathways with varying work experience requirements. PGPM targets professionals with 2+ years of experience, PGDM accepts those with 0-3 years, PGXPM requires 8+ years for senior professionals, and FPM is an internationally benchmarked doctoral program. Application deadlines vary by program, with recent deadlines noted for June and May 2026. The institute also offers online programs through Great Learning in specialized domains like Data Science, AI/ML, and Cloud Computing.
Placements & Outcomes
The institute emphasizes industry-ready skill development through hands-on projects, case studies, and mentorship from faculty and industry experts. Online programs include dedicated placement assistance and capstone projects. Programs are designed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure curriculum relevance and career readiness across emerging technology and management domains.