The Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam (IIM Visakhapatnam) has announced the commencement of admissions for its Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) programme for the 2026 academic session. Tailored for working professionals, the programme is designed to strengthen leadership capabilities and enhance strategic decision-making at the enterprise level.
The two-year programme, structured across six terms, aims to equip participants with the expertise required to operate effectively in complex and evolving business environments. It places strong emphasis on integrating technology with business strategy, enabling professionals to lead organisations through digital transformation and innovation.
The curriculum offers a comprehensive grounding in core management disciplines, including Marketing, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Organisational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, Operations, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship. In addition, the programme focuses on analytical thinking, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional integration—skills essential for translating insights into measurable business outcomes.
According to Professor Abhishek Srivastava, Chairperson of the EMBA programme, the course is structured to support experienced professionals transitioning into broader leadership roles. He highlighted that the programme blends rigorous academic foundations with contemporary perspectives on strategy, technology, and sustainability, delivered through interactive online sessions and immersive campus modules.
The programme includes approximately 740 hours of structured learning. In the second year, participants engage with advanced subjects such as project management, business ethics, and corporate law, alongside five elective courses spread over three terms. A capstone project forms a key component, allowing learners to apply their knowledge to real-world business challenges. Elective options span multiple domains, including strategy, finance, marketing, decision sciences, information systems, entrepreneurship, and operations.
Delivery is facilitated through a Direct-to-Device (D2D) model using a state-of-the-art Interactive Learning platform. This is complemented by two five-day on-campus residencies that provide opportunities for networking, collaboration, and peer learning. Upon successful completion, participants are awarded the Executive MBA degree and gain alumni status from IIM Visakhapatnam.
Admission to the programme is based on a composite evaluation comprising scores from the Executive Management Aptitude Test (EMAT) and a personal interview. Candidates with valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT scores may be exempted from the EMAT requirement. Eligibility criteria include a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 40–50 percent marks (depending on category) and at least three years of full-time professional or entrepreneurial experience at an officer or executive level.
The programme has consistently attracted mid- to senior-level professionals from diverse sectors such as information technology, banking, manufacturing, public sector undertakings, real estate, marketing, education technology, healthcare, and telecommunications, reflecting its relevance across industries.
