How is GMPx (General Management Program) of IIM Bangalore beneficial?

I have been asked whether GMPx (General Management Program) at IIM, Bangalore is worthwhile both financially as well as career-wise. Well, this answer needs to be replied in depth. 

 GMPx is for you if you have been in a functional role for a while. You have the self-belief that you are made for better things, and want to develop yourself fast. And the desire to graduate into General Management positions by joining a management program from a world reputed institution (best in India - 2019) while continuing your job. 

 Similar programs come from almost every Institute of college. What is unique about IIMB? 

 ● IIMB curriculum is forward-looking. Management education needs to be built for disruptive times with emphasis on data, analytics, digital marketing, and creating an entrepreneurial mindset. 

● IIMB is embedded in the Bangalore the technology hub, with associated exchange of knowledge with industry

● Reputed faculty who serve as consultants and on advisory boards of startups and companies. 

 The rest of my thoughts are presented based on the topics: Model, Curriculum, Network, Faculty, and ROI. 

Model: The program is modeled on getting professionals to return to college to go through an intensive program, without having to leave their jobs. Such Executive Education programs, teaching and content-wise, are adapted for senior professionals who already have experience, capability, and intuition. The curriculum grounds their expertise in sound theory. 

Program Curriculum: The curriculum is curated, and learning happens in five phases. Each phase is uniquely designed to give a full spectrum of theoretical and case-based learning experiences. The uniqueness of the program is an elective that enhances one’s skills and deepens one’s knowledge in an area of interest. The certification on completion adds value to the program. As a working professional, it was very convenient to attend both the classroom sessions as well as do self-learning at your own pace using online material. 

Faculty: The Faculty for the program is highly experienced. The professors use a unique approach to address the management issues for various industries with the help of case studies, and this gives a holistic overview of the practical managerial situations.

Network: You meet people from diverse career backgrounds who are at different senior levels in their careers. This boosts the classroom discussions as well as you gain a lot of professional insights. You get to become a part of the most dynamic group of friends that you can leverage on at any given point in your career. 

ROI: Well, the course offers ample benefits. Several intangible assets like strong alumni connection, a network you can leverage upon, and a great campus life. Moreover, not to forget the award of certification that recognizes your learning throughout the tenure, adding the highest value to the ROI. GMPx is based on, the EGMP offered to residents of Bangalore, has made a difference in every candidate’s career life in different ways (in their current company or outside). A personality change in the participant is experienced by their family and peers after the course. This is based on a shift in perspective that occurs. You become more nuanced, more sensitive, and more in-depth. GMPx