What is an Executive MBA?

An Executive MBA (or EMBA) is a postgraduate program specially designed for experienced professionals who want to grow into leadership roles, without stepping away from their careers. Unlike a traditional MBA, an executive MBA is structured in a way to suit the schedules of working professionals, often featuring weekend or modular classes. At Great Lakes Chennai, the PGXPM (Post Graduate eXecutive Program in Management) is one such Executive MBA program designed for professionals with 8+ years of experience. It helps them hone their strategic thinking, leadership, and business understanding while continuing to work.

What’s the difference between an MBA and an Executive MBA?

A traditional MBA is often pursued by early-career professionals or recent graduates who want to build their foundation in management. Whereas, an Executive MBA is meant for experienced working professionals who are now looking to transition into leadership roles or even start their ventures. The PGXPM at Great Lakes Chennai stands out as one of the top executive MBA programs in India, thanks to its industry-relevant curriculum, global faculty, and flexible structure, making it the perfect choice for ambitious professionals.

How much does the Executive MBA (PGXPM) at Great Lakes cost?

The Executive MBA fee at Great Lakes Chennai is ?13.4 lakhs including GST. This includes tuition, learning materials and alumni subscription.

What’s the duration of the PGXPM – Executive MBA program?

The program duration is 18 months and follows a flexible modular format that fits into a working professional’s schedule. You’ll attend 7–9 day classroom sessions once every quarter, giving you the space to learn, reflect, and apply your knowledge at work in real time. This format is designed to ensure minimal disruption to your career while maximizing learning and networking opportunities.

Who can apply for the Executive MBA for working professionals?

The Executive MBA is designed for professionals already making strides in their careers and are now ready for the next big leap. Requirements include: (1) A bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized institution, and (2) A minimum of 8 years of full-time work experience. Whether you’re a manager, entrepreneur, or functional lead, if you’re hungry to grow, you’re in the right place.

Why choose Great Lakes for your Executive MBA in India?

There are many executive MBA programs in India, but few offer what Great Lakes does through its PGXPM in Chennai. Highlights include: Intensive & flexible learning through 7 rigorous on-campus modules across 18 months, executive coaching aligned with organizational leadership goals, global accreditations (AACSB & AMBA), and access to a thriving alumni network of 16,000+ professionals.

I have less than 5 years of work experience. Should I apply for the PGXPM program?

The PGXPM program is best suited for professionals with 8+ years of experience. If you have less than 5 years of experience, you may want to explore other programs: the PGDM is ideal for fresh graduates and early-career professionals, while the PGPM is designed for candidates with 2–10 years of work experience looking to fast-track their careers.

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Post Graduate Executive Program in Management (PGXPM)

The Post Graduate Executive Program in Management (PGXPM) is a world-class executive MBA Program designed for mid and senior- level managers with more than 8 years of experience who are looking to grow into leadership roles. The program is delivered through a combination of 7 intensive on-campus modules taught by world class faculty along with continuous online engagement across a period of 18 months. Participants also get the opportunity to build a strong professional network and learn from peers representing some of the most renowned Indian and global MNCs.

Why PGXPM?

Transformational Executive MBA program designed for growth from Functional to Leadership roles
Immersive learning with 7 on-campus modules
1:1 Executive Coaching & Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Optional Global Dual Degree opportunity at Bordeaux, France
Access to a global network of 16,000+ Great Lakes alumni across 30+ countries

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Immersive On-Campus Learning with Flexibility

67%

INTENSIVE ON-CAMPUS LEARNING & 33% ONLINE

DAYS ON CAMPUS

MONTHS DURATION

450+

CONTACT HOURS

EXPECTED LEAVES OVER 3 CALENDAR YEARS

YEARS FLEXIBILITYFOR COMPLETION

What You can Achieve with PGXPM

Gain perspectives from world class global faculty and industry leaders
Build a strong foundation of general management competencies
Gain early entry into decision and strategy making process in your organization
Learn to leverage technology for innovative business modelling
Benefit from a diverse cross-domain peer group and alumni network of CXOs

360° Learning and Evaluation for General Management Skills

Comprehensive curriculum covering Business Essentials, Cross Functional courses & Global Perspectives, along with AI, ESG, Digital Transformation, etc.
360° evaluation loop involving faculty, coaches and key stakeholders from your organization
Immediate application of learnings at workplace to deliver results
Build competencies to transition from functional to general management or organizational level leadership

1-1 Executive Leadership Coaching

The PGXPM takes you through a structured leadership development journey with its Individual Leadership Development Plan (ILDP) framework and you are mentored by a professional leadership coach and a faculty member to shape them into potential future CXOs.

Personalized Leadership Roadmap aligned to career aspirations
1:1 Mentorship from executive coaches and faculty across all 7 terms
360° Leadership Assessment across people management, negotiation, communication, etc., for continuous growth and feedback

Applied Learning with Capstone Project

The Capstone Project is the culminating experience of the PGXPM journey, where participants apply their classroom learning to a real, unstructured business problem from their own organization, under the guidance of faculty mentors.

Structured phases of discovery, benchmarking, intervention design, and pilot implementation
Cross-functional hands-on experience in stakeholder management, data analysis, benchmarking, and solution design
Actionable, measurable impact that organizations can adopt beyond the program, driving business outcomes

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Optional Dual Degree at IAE Bordeaux, France

Great Lakes Institute of Management now offers PGXPM participants the chance to earn a globally recognized MBA through an optional dual degree program at the University of Bordeaux, France.

Globally recognized MBA from the University of Bordeaux, France
Global B-school exposure to fast-track leadership growth
Networking with peers from France, Spain, Brazil & more
CXO-led interactive sessions and guest lectures

PGXPM EMBA Class Profile

The PGXPM cohort has a diverse and impressive mix of professionals from a wide range of industries, verticals, educational backgrounds, and regions. The experiences they carry add substantial value to the peer learning and holistic development experience. Learnings go beyond classroom sessions and study material, strong and diverse networks are built among the participants, and untapped capabilities are explored and developed.

Work Experience

Industry

Program Fees & Financing

Total Fee: 13,40,000* (Batch 2026-28)
Instalment payment plans available. Learn More
Educational loan tie-ups with leading banks and NBFCs
Sponsorship opportunities offered by organizations. Learn More

Who Should Apply?

Mid to senior professionals with 8+ years of work experience, aspiring for leadership roles
Entrepreneurs aiming to scale their ventures
Family business leaders planning to grow their business

Admission Process & Eligibility

Eligibility: Minimum 8 years of work experience as on 31st October, 2026

Admissions Process: Online application Interview Final Selection

Career Impact & Alumni Success

With the support of a 16,000+ strong global alumni network, the PGXPM has consistently enabled experienced professionals and mid-to-senior executives to advance into wider leadership responsibilities. Our alumni exemplify how the program equips leaders to accelerate their careers and guide organizations towards sustainable growth and success.