Founded in 2004, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, is acclaimed as one of India’s best private business schools focused on management excellence, innovation, and social impact. Its vision aims to bridge the gap between Indian corporate needs and global management practices through rigorous pedagogy, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship fostered within a collaborative environment.
Great Lakes offers a two-year full-time PGDM and PGPM programs benchmarked globally, with clear emphasis on analytics, leadership, ethics, and digital enterprise. Features include case method learning, industry projects, international immersions, research, and leadership labs designed to foster strategic thinking and innovative management.
Faculty members are a blend of eminent scholars, industry veterans, and entrepreneurs who impart cutting-edge knowledge via case studies, simulations, live projects, and collaborative research. The curriculum evolves annually to include recent trends like AI, Fintech, Digital Marketing, Corporate Governance, and Social Impact Management.
PGDM (Full-Time, 2 Years): General management with electives in finance, marketing, operations, analytics, and digital transformation.
PGPM (One-Year, Executive): Designed for working professionals, emphasizing leadership, strategy, and digital enterprise.
Specialized Streams: Finance, Marketing, Analytics, Healthcare, Operations, and Entrepreneurship, with industry-specific electives and international exchanges.
The Chennai campus is a state-of-the-art facility with modern classrooms, innovation labs, digital libraries, sports complex, conference halls, and eco-friendly designs. Student clubs include Analytics, Consulting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and CSR, complemented by cultural festivals, business competitions (like “Tradex,” “Venture Capital Summit”), and leadership boot camps.
Strategic alliances with global educational institutions (e.g., U.S., Europe, Asia), with inbound and outbound exchange programs, collaborative research, and faculty exchange programs. Corporate tie-ups facilitate internships, live projects, and industry mentorship.
A reputed alumni network spans leaders in Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government organizations. Regional and global headhunters target Great Lakes graduates for roles in consulting, digital making, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and social enterprise.
| Event | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Application Opening | August 2025 |
| Application Deadline | December 2025 |
| GMAT/NMAT Registration & Test | August–November 2025 |
| Shortlist for GDPI | January 2026 |
| GDPI Rounds | January–February 2026 |
| Final Offer Release | February–March 2026 |
| Fee Payment & Confirmation | March 2026 |
| Orientation & Program Initiation | June 2026 |
PGDM (Full-Time):
A two-year program with core courses in finance, marketing, operations, analytics, leadership, and strategic management—coupled with industry internships and global immersion programs.
PGPM (Part-Time/Executive):
One-year program targeted at professionals seeking career acceleration in leadership, consulting, or digital transformation.
E-Post Graduate Certification:
Short-term, skill-enhancement courses in AI, digital marketing, finance analytics, and social innovation.
International Exposure:
Student exchange programs, dual degrees in collaboration with global partner universities.
Application Submission:
Fill the online application form on the official website, attach details of academics, work experience, statement of purpose, and select preferred programs.
Entrance Exam:
GMAT or NMAT scores are mandatory; GMAT scores after Jan 2023 will be considered for future admission cycles.
Shortlisting & GD/PI:
Candidates are shortlisted based on entrance scores, profile, and diversity criteria. Selected candidates participate in group discussions, personal interviews, and assessment exercises.
Final Merit & Offer:
Based on overall performance—scores, interview, experience, and profile—admission offers are made.
Confirmation & Enrollment:
Candidates accept offers via fee payment and document submission.
| Fee Heads | 1st Year (₹) | 2nd Year (₹) | Total (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Academic Fees | 4,52,000 | 4,52,000 | 9,04,000 |
| Hostel & Mess (optional) | 2,00,000 | 2,00,000 | 4,00,000 |
| Fees & Miscellaneous | 60,000 | 60,000 | 1,20,000 |
| Industry & International Exposure Fees | 40,000 | 40,000 | 80,000 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | 25,000 | 25,000 | 50,000 |
| Total | ₹7,77,000 | ₹7,77,000 | ₹15,54,000 |
Highest CTC: ₹39.3 LPA
Average CTC: ₹16 LPA (for core PGDM); ₹17.8 LPA (PGPM)
Placement Rate: 100% success in the last four seasons
Number of Companies: 180+ top consulting, finance, tech, e-commerce firms
Top Recruiters: Deloitte, BCG, McKinsey, Accenture, IBM, Microsoft, Amazon, Tata, Reliance, Aditya Birla Group
Management Consulting & Strategy: 35% (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Accenture)
Technology & E-commerce: 25% (Microsoft, Amazon, Flipkart, Google)
Finance & Banking: 20% (Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, ICICI, HDFC)
FMCG & Consumer Goods: 10% (HUL, P&G, ITC, Marico)
Others: Healthcare, Analytics, Social Sector
Most students secure summer internships with leading corporations, with stipends averaging ₹2–4 lakh/month. PPOs are given to high performers in 70% of cases, leading to direct job offers.
The Career Development Cell (CDC) offers personalized coaching, industry connect workshops, mock interviews, and aligned mentoring through alumni and corporate partners, guaranteeing ongoing support during and after the program.
