ePGP from IIMK 2023

MBA
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Hi Gaurav,
I think you got it all wrong
1.I talked about industry acceptability of distance programs.(and i shared it because i had this information from a top guy from the industry.
2.Why this alumni joined IIMK ,because everybody knows the value of a full time program and moreover he had no work experience and joined straight after completing graduation and i never said he derided the full time programe he gained knowledge as it was a full time program..As for your saying about grades even in his graduation he had 52% marks.What i wanted to tell was that you can acheive success by hard work not by mere wishfull thinking of a branded mba in ones profile.(almost all of the successfull ideas came out of people who had knowledge and knew how to use it they didnt run after an MBA degree but chased there dreams and acheived them).Now the question is have you done the hardwork to get into the ePGP(IDL) it is to be self introspected and so here is the difference between a full time and IDL program and hence the industry outlook towards this form of pgp which i shared across.
3.If someone has work experience than their is no need for basic management studies than you need to gain knowledge about top level managemnt decisions and the strategy to take them and for this there are advanced programmes offerd by institutes precisily for which executive education is pursued for.
4.As for as your views on grades then if you will be in for big surprise because most of the prof will advocate knowledge enhancement and clearity of concepts not mugging and getting good grades.Prof Saji Gopinath IIMK is one who could clear your cobwebs on this school thought if you are taught by him then your thinking would change as nowdays change is what is most sought after 😃 .
5.Lastly if you think just by joining this program one can gain knowledge then you are in for a surprise as you still have to do a lot of self study by reading books as this is a part time and not a full time program.And if someone thinks that he cant get good GMAT or a good CAT score then this is good oppurtunity for them to have a PGP and flaunt it in there CV's.

I shared this as i got this industry perspective on this ePGP it was not to deried anyone, rest its one 's own wish whether to go in for the course or not but we cant ignore the stark reality.

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People who are joining ePGP - I or eMEP , for 2009 to 2011, please join the group :
http://groups.google.com/group/epgp-iimk-2009-11

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GAURAV THE LIST OF HOTELS YOU have given are in calicut and the institute is about 45 minutes run from calicut ,hotels which need to be looked into are to be in the city of kunamanglam which is just outside the campus.The institute is not in calicut city.
From airport, taxis charge 500 or 600 so you better plan and people can car pool to reach the institute if you are travelling by the same flight.
Prepare yourselves well before you leap.

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Hi Everyone ,
The Hotels are running out of reservation . I tried to enquire one hotel and it was full . We need to get the bookings done quickly . See u all on 21st Sep.

Regards,
Pratul

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The list of hotels are provided by IIM-k. Institute is going to provide transport from hotel to IIM-k.

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After one year, I am re-opening this to take feedback from those doing currently ePGP programme in IIMK.
I am seeing your advise how do you rate the programme as you are the Second Batch and What do you want to say for the 3rd Batch.

Fee is again revised 5L from 4L as i heard.
Sincere regard, Senthil

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After one year, I am re-opening this to take feedback from those doing currently ePGP programme in IIMK.
I am seeing your advise how do you rate the programme as you are the Second Batch and What do you want to say for the 3rd Batch.

Fee is again revised 5L from 4L as i heard.
Sincere regard, Senthil


Indeed...Feedback from the previous batch will be very crucial for the aspirants of 3rd bacth of ePGP. Specifically feedback on the quality of study material, faculty and Hughes will help those planning to take this up this year. 😃
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Hi, is anybody there to post comments regarding course content and pedagogy? All the seniors, who joined last year, have already completed 1 year. So, we, new aspirants, would be happy to know about the IIMK ePGP course from the horse's mouth.

Please share your views and feedbacks.

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thnx

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I have around 9 years of experience in IT industry.I am looking for information on IIMK ePGP through IDL.What is the selection criteria for this program and how many seats are available for this program this year.

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Selection process includes written test, comprises of CAT-like questions with minimal complexity, and Personal Interview. Check IIMK IDL site for further information.
IIMK - Interactive Distance Learning

ashishraja Says
I have around 9 years of experience in IT industry.I am looking for information on IIMK ePGP through IDL.What is the selection criteria for this program and how many seats are available for this program this year.
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Dear ALL !!

Sorry for being late as i never been to this site after getting into ePGP.
The below are the point i just want to explain:-
1. The course is good n if u r thinking to gain knowledge than its the best plateform to have it.
2. The course is very hectic in terms of assingments, case studies, project and quizzes.
3. Be sure to leave ur social life at one side for 2 years.
4. some professors are not good so b ready to ready urself and cope up with the exams.
5. Getting pass is not a big task but getting good marks is really a betto win.
6. I on my own really feels that its gives u knowledge but sometime at the time of exam i really scare as we working guys didnt have much time to read. and IIMK never compromise with their standard.
7. If u keen to increase ur knowledge then this is a must go programme for u.
8. After just on the way to complete one year, i cant say anything about comapny's point of view for same..but yes definitly u will find that u have something in u to speak in interview.

all the best






Selection process includes written test, comprises of CAT-like questions with minimal complexity, and Personal Interview. Check IIMK IDL site for further information.
IIMK - Interactive Distance Learning
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Thanks Manoj for coming back and help the juniors get an idea about this program. i attended the interview and waiting for the result. Could you please ask other seniors also to post abt this program?

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Just called up IIMK and came to know that ePGP/eMEP final list will be out today evening... ATB to all puys - hope we all get thru...

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Hi Folks,

I have appreared for admission process to epgp program from iimk.I am waitlisted 45...what are the chances of getting converted?...seniors please let me know the options.

Thanks

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Hi All,

The above thread seems to be quite interesting. Infact, i had referred to this thread exactly one year back when I was debating to opt for the ePGP program or not.

Finally, after a year I have almost decided to go for the program. Infact, I had applied for it the very same day the form was made available on the IIM K website (huh!! almost a wait of 12 months and increase in the program fee by 50K).

I cleared the eMAT exam (my roll num was xxx0001 :)) and finally the interview held on 7th Aug'10. Thanks to two of my friends (one of whom is pursuing ePGP and member here and other one pursuing eEPOM).

I am still in the process of collecting suggestions & feedbacks from present ePGP students and want to make some homework before submitting the draft for 1.25L by Sept-10.

If can be of any help to anyone, pls feel free to post your comments and would try to answer them per the best of my abilities.

Good Luck & God Bless :)
Debo
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Anyone joining from Bangalore?

Thanks.

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I'll be joining from B'lore. Hope to hear feedback from our previous batches 😃

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Seniors please give us feedback about the usefulness of the program, particularly feedback on below aspects is much appreciated:
1. Course content and usefulness in understanding the content over IDL mechanism.
2. Positive/Negative aspects that you have experienced in your job after joining this program.
3. Any 2 cents on industry recognition of this course
4. Overall feedback as to whether one should join this course or not.

My profile: 7.5 yrs in IT, currently with leading IT org in Pune.

Thanks,

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Hi,

I am Game in ePGP - 03. Will be attending from Bangalore. Any idea whether IIMK provides email ids for ePGP students. Any light on this is appreciated.

Regards,
Rony

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Please join google group at http://groups.google.co.in/group/epgp-iimk-2010-12, if you are joining ePGP-03.

For now, please mention eMAT roll number. This list may be pruned based on final attendance list.

Welcome aboard.
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