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Lead with Impact
- For: Executives with 10+ years of work experience.
- Duration: 15 Months
- Location: Hyderabad, Mohali
At the core, PGP MAX is a commitment to shaping leaders who not only drive high performance and growth but are also purpose-driven. We believe that impactful leaders do more than just manage—they inspire.
The programme encourages you to define and lead with your core values, driving organisational change, performance and growth that aligns with a deeper mission. You will develop the confidence and judgment to lead organisations prioritising purpose alongside profit, ensuring that your leadership leaves a lasting, positive impact.
Class Profile
Education Background
A diverse mix of academic specialisations, with Engineering, Commerce, and Technology forming the foundation. This varied educational landscape brings a wide array of perspectives into the cohort.
Top industries
Members come from leading sectors such as IT, Pharma/Healthcare, and Finance. This enriches peer learning with insights from dynamic, high-growth fields.
Meet Your Peer Leaders
PGP MAX attracts a dynamic cohort of professionals from industries spanning IT services, healthcare, finance, energy, education & research, media & communication, FMCG and telecommunications who bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to the programme.
Their profile is a testament to the diversity and depth of talent, with individuals hailing from marketing, sales, IT consulting, operations, finance, marketing, and general management functions.
Admissions
Global Executive MBAs cater to seasoned managers, senior executives, and entrepreneurs with a wealth of professional experience.
At ISB, the PGP MAX is designed for driven leaders eager to expand their knowledge and make a meaningful impact on their careers. It’s not just about learning; it’s about transforming insight into strategic action.
Our admissions process is a personalised journey. We carefully evaluate each candidate’s unique profile, ensuring a rigorous yet tailored approach that values individual strengths.
Programme Fees & Financing
PGP MAX offers invaluable insights into management, drawing from world-class faculty and a diverse, accomplished peer group. This unique experience empowers you to sharpen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and strategically position yourself for future success.
The programme fee for the academic year 2024-25 is ₹41,78,000 plus taxes. To discover more about the benefits and return on investment, we encourage you to join one of our information sessions or connect with our Admissions Team.
Robin Jose, PGP MAX Co ’14 Co-Founder, Synrgy2
The connections I made at ISB have been a constant source of support throughout my professional journey.
Ruchie Gupta, PGP MAX Co ‘15 Vice President – Functional Groups Thomson Reuter
ISB enabled me to understand the bigger picture and different aspects of business such as marketing, design and strategy, and appreciate global structure and environment, ways of working in a much better manner.
Raj Parekh, PGP MAX Co ‘16 Vice President - Revenue Management & Distribution The Indian Hotels Company Limited
Change is the only constant, and I believe we’re all perpetual works-in-progress.
Rama Chaganti, PGP MAX Co ‘16 Head of Global Sales Divis Laboratories
ISB changed the way I think, and gave me the privilege of being taught by world-class faculty.
Gowri Ramani, PGP MAX Founding Class (Co '11) Executive Master Coach GrowWithGowri
When I went to ISB, it expanded my thinking in many different dimensions, preparing me for a pivot into my 5th career a few years later
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Application Fee
| Application Submission Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| March 30, 2025 | ₹ 15,000* |
* The Application Fee amount includes GST.
- Creating a user login or starting the application does not incur any fee.
- A non-refundable application fee is applicable while submitting the application.
- Payments can be made online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Events
PGP MAX Information Sessions are conducted across major cities in India. Prospective applicants gain a comprehensive overview of the programme during the information session. At present all info sessions are conducted online. Please find our events calendar in the Admission Events section.
Programme Calendar
Download the PGP MAX Academic Calendar
| Calendar 2025-26 |
Note: Please note that while every effort will be made to keep to the dates in the calendar, ISB reserves the right to modify the schedule in the event of circumstances beyond the School’s control.
Curriculum
The programme enhances general management skills essential for broad understanding of business and to move to the next stage in career. The curriculum focuses on strategic thinking, critical analysis, better communication, and team-building techniques. It enables the transition from a Functional/Technical role to a General Management role and prepares individuals to lead and take higher responsibilities.
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Faculty
Select faculty, the best in their areas from around the world, are chosen to teach PGP MAX participants. Here's an indicative list of the faculty who have taught PGP MAX students in the past.
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Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM IST to 07:00 PM IST