203 Working Executives Embark on Executive MBA Journey at IIM Kozhikode's Kochi Campus

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) inaugurated the 12th batch of its Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) in Management - Kochi Campus, for the academic years 2025–2027. The induction ceremony was held at the IIM Kozhikode campus, with Mr. Shraman Jha, CEO of Hindustan Unilever Foundation, serving as the Chief Guest. IIM Kozhikode’s Flagship PGP Surges 9 Places to Best-Ever World Rank 68 in FT MIM Ranking 2024 https://campusutra.com/iim-kozhikode-to-host-agent-based-modeling-workshop-in-march-2025/ Shraman Jha, CEO of Hindustan Unilever Foundation, graced the induction ceremony as Chief Guest. 25% of the cohort comprises women professionals; the batch boasts an average work experience of 8 years. Over 76% of participants hail from outside Kerala, including 6 international candidates. https://campusutra.com/iim-kozhikode-opens-application-for-bms-admission/ The incoming EPGP 12 cohort, comprising 203 participants, marks the largest executive MBA batch at IIMK's satellite campus to date. The participants bring with them an average of 8 years of professional experience. This diverse cohort also includes six international candidates, while women professionals account for 25% of the batch strength. To cater to the growing demand from professionals outside Kerala, the programme structure features one weekend cohort delivered in physical mode and two weekday cohorts conducted online. Notably, over 76% of the batch participants come from outside the state. Professionals from IT/ITES (33%), Manufacturing (12%), Sales and Marketing (12%), Government Sector and PSUs (8%), and Healthcare and Education (3%) form the bulk of the cohort. Other sectors represented include Banking and Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain, as well as entrepreneurship. Addressing the new cohort, Mr. Shraman Jha shared valuable lessons from his personal and professional journey, emphasizing that education remains the most enduring investment. He encouraged the participants to view this as a pivotal moment to reskill and embrace new possibilities with IIM Kozhikode’s support. Highlighting the lifelong importance of learning and networking, he also stressed the need for adaptability in today’s fast-changing world. Mr. Jha touched upon pressing global challenges such as climate change and sustainability, pointing out that water and climate are intrinsically linked and must be considered critical factors in business decisions. He urged the participants to be proactive leaders who address such challenges with foresight and humanity. Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director, IIM Kozhikode, in his message added: "At IIM Kozhikode, we believe that education is not just a pathway to professional success, but a journey towards personal transformation. Our Executive MBA programme at the Kochi Campus continues to attract diverse talent from across India and beyond, reflecting the growing aspiration to lead with purpose and agility in a changing world. We are committed to nurturing leaders who are not only skilled in business but are also deeply mindful of their larger responsibility towards society and the planet." Senior faculty members including Prof. Sebastian MP (Dean – Faculty & Administration), Prof. Anandakuttan B Unnithan (Dean – Programmes), Prof. Venkataraman S (Associate Dean, Kochi Campus), and Prof. Joshy Joseph (Chairperson, IIMK Kochi Campus) also addressed the gathering and formally welcomed the new cohort into the IIMK community. About Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode: The fifth IIM to be established by Govt. of India in 1996, IIMK started its academic journey in 1997 with its flagship Postgraduate Program (PGP). The Institute is on a high growth trajectory today, offering widest range of academic programs in the field of management education. These include Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD), Executive PG Programmes, Management Development Programmes and Faculty Development Programs. IIMK set up a Satellite campus at Infopark, Kochi, in 2013 dedicated to Executive Education. IIMK has also the unique distinction of launching a PhD (Practice Track) programme for working professionals besides bringing in new dynamic courses like one-year Post Graduate programme in Business Leadership (2019) MBA in Finance and MBA in Liberal Studies & Management (2020). The institute is also home to IIMK LIVE a first-of-its-kind startup incubation programme, the Indian Business Museum and six other Centres of Excellences encompassing diverse areas. IIMK is ranked 3rd as per NIRF Rankings 2024: Management. The institute also made its global debut for its flagship MBA and EMBA programme in the 2020/21 QS World University Rankings. In 2023, IIM Kozhikode also broke into Top-100 in Financial Times Ranking for Masters in Management (MBA) and gained 9 spots in 2024 to reach global #68. The Institute also attained global rank #70 in the FT Open Enrollment Programme for 2024. The Institute is globally accredited by EQUIS (EFMD) and AMBA (UK). Submitted by Mr. Vikas Panicker