General Management Programme in Dubai

Batch - 23
For seasoned managers ready to reignite their careers
Program Duration
7 Months (27 to 30 Weeks)
Program Mode of Learning
Classroom Learning
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About the General Management Program

General Management Programme (GMP) is a prominent executive program created, curated and cultivated by IIMA in Dubai for professionals to enhance their functional and leadership skills. It has been completely customised and thoroughly tailored to suit its regional context. Since its inception in 2009, it has had 22 successful batches and is widely regarded as the pinnacle of excellence. The sole aim of the general management program is to enable its participants to effortlessly assume senior-level general management roles in the future.

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POM-Focus

Gain expertise in the fundamental principles of management through immersive learning from experienced faculty and timeless case studies. By honing your management skills, you will enhance your ability to navigate complex business challenges and drive organisational success.

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Focused Immersion

Achieve study consistency, increased retention of information, and reduced workload with a consecutive weekend marathon spanning 7 months, allowing focused exploration of a select number of topics each week which leads to growth in actual understanding and not mere knowledge.

Seamless Integration

Familiarise yourself with key concepts in the manner most conducive to long-term learning i.e. weekend sessions. Reduce disruption to business hours and take advantage of an ideal schedule designed to keep the commitments of busy executives in mind.

Optimal Duration

Daily sessions are limited to a maximum of 3 hours, preventing zoom fatigue and ensuring optimal engagement. Experience a consistent level of focus and attention throughout the program, which facilitates increased clarity, concentration as well as retention.

Campus Immersion

Undergo a transformative experience at IIMA's campus in Dubai and India, where you fully embrace its vibrant atmosphere and enriching educational opportunities. Benefit by interacting with industry leaders, and seasoned professionals in the form of peers and faculty members.

Experiential Learning

Undertake a comprehensive capstone case study project and deliver compelling presentations during the campus immersion, showcasing your newfound knowledge and skills. Build credibility before you even complete the program and add a rich case study to your portfolio.

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Acquire the Core Competencies of Global Leader

Global Visionary

Strategic Thinker

Perpetual Learner

Data Driven

People’s Leader

Influencer

Curriculum

Topics

Managerial Statistics & Data Analysis

Decision-Making 

Data Visualisation

Topics

Macroeconomics 

Global Economic Outlook

Topics

Introduction to Financial Statements 

Fundamental Analysis of Company Performance and Impact on Valuations 

Analysing Cost for Strategic Decision-Making

Topics

Managing Service Operations 

Supply Chain Management 

Managing Projects and Project Risks 

Operational Excellence 

Industry 4.0

Topics

Financial Forecasting 

Evaluation of Corporate Investment Decisions 

Mergers and Acquisitions

Topics

Platform for Business 

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Adoption 

Digital Transformation

Topics

Working in Teams 

Managing Performance 

Rewarding and Motivating People 

Aligning Strategy, Culture, People & Performance 

Leadership

Topics

Introduction to Marketing Management 

B2B Marketing 

Services Marketing 

Digital Marketing 

Strategic Marketing

Topics

Corporate Strategy and Diversification 

Industry Analysis, Concept of Strategy 

Disruptive Innovation, Digital Business Models and New Venture Creation 

Strategy Implementation and Organisational Alignment 

Design Thinking 

Entrepreneurship

Learn Via The Case Method

Case studies are real-life business situations, collaboratively authored by faculty and industry professionals. Ranging from 4 to 20 pages, they present detailed accounts of firms/projects with relevant data. Your role as a problem solver would be to analyse the case, make decisions, and justify your reasoning, fostering refined mental models for high-quality decision-making.

Indicative Cases* in the Programme:

Starbucks

Starbucks

Microsoft

Microsoft

Dropbox

Dropbox

Ford

Ford

*Cases subject to change

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What Makes IIM Ahmedabad Exceptional?

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Why Does IIM Ahmedabad Inspire Confidence?

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), established in 1961, is widely regarded as the leading business school in India and one of the most prestigious business schools in the world.

In 2017, IIMA was granted the status of an Institute of National Importance by the Ministry of Human Resources, Government of India.

In 2019, building on its illustrious reputation, IIMA expanded its reach, beyond national boundaries, to Dubai, a global hub of commerce and innovation.

The Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) now serves as IIMA’s first overseas branch through which IIMA hopes to aid UAE's transition to a knowledge economy.

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Programme Director

Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Marketing Management | PhD XLRI Jamshedpur

Professor Jaiswal at IMMA is a renowed marketing scholar with expertise in BOP markets, service management, customer satisfaction, e-commerce, & brand extension. He has an impressive publication record, received the Distinguished Young Professor Award in 2011, and was a finalist for the Skolkovo Best Papaer Award in 2012. He's actively engaged in executive training and consulted for companies like PepsiCo and General Electric.

Programme Director

Prof Diptesh Ghosh

Prof Diptesh Ghosh

Professor of Operations and Decision Sciences

Prof Diptesh Ghosh is a faculty member in the Operations and Decision Sciences area at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. He completed his doctorate fellowship in Operations Research and Systems Analysis from IIM Calcutta and holds a BTech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur. Diptesh has over 26 years of teaching experience. Prior to joining IIM Ahmedabad, he taught at IIM Lucknow and the University of Groningen, The Netherlands. He teaches postgraduate and doctoral-level courses in the broad areas of decision-making and operations research. His research interests include the development of exact and approximate algorithms for facility location and routing problems.

Faculty

Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Marketing Management

Professor Jaiswal is a Fellow (PhD) from XLRI Jamshedpur. He is a faculty member at IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA) in the Marketing Area. His research interests include bottom of the pyramid (BOP) markets, services management, customer satisfaction, business-to-consumer e-commerce, and brand extension management. He was given Distinguished Young Professor Aw...See More

Prof. Biju Varkkey

Assistant Professor

Prof. Biju Varkkey obtained a master's in Human Resource Management from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and a Fellow in Management title from NIBM, Pune. His professional experience spans industry, consulting, and leading management schools, having taught at IIM Lucknow and MDI Gurgaon. He was a visiting scholar at AILS and has worked on commis...See More

Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Marketing Management

Professor Jaiswal is a Fellow (PhD) from XLRI Jamshedpur. He is a faculty member at IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA) in the Marketing Area. His research interests include bottom of the pyramid (BOP) markets, services management, customer satisfaction, business-to-consumer e-commerce, and brand extension management. He was given Distinguished You...See More

Prof. Biju Varkkey

Assistant Professor

Prof. Biju Varkkey obtained a master's in Human Resource Management from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and a Fellow in Management title from NIBM, Pune. His professional experience spans industry, consulting, and leading management schools, having taught at IIM Lucknow and MDI Gurgaon. He was a visiting scholar at AILS and has w...See More

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Will I Get Certified?

Participants undergo assessment for all courses, and those who meet the criteria will be presented with a Certificate of Completion. The General Management Program is officially approved by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai, ensuring its recognised status.

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Testimonials

Ramevani Yupaletti
IIMA-GMP equips professionals to excel in their expertise, fostering learning, relearning, and upskilling. The program is demanding yet balanced, empowering finance professionals like me to become holistic leaders. Interacting with industry experts and real-life events at IIM Ahmedabad adds value. Personally, the IIMA journey is a cherished experience.
LUIGI CORDEIRO D'SOUZA
Executive Director, FX Trading – Africa
Devisha Mishra
I applied for the GMP program seeing the vast range of topics it covers. The course is very well structured, the material is excellent and the professors made it very interesting. All the content was in the form of case studies which give a hands-on experience and make it really interesting and interactive.
DARSHIT SAGAR
Project Manager
Sushma Reddy
IIM Ahmedabad's brand is built on decades of excellence and knowledge. My MBA years there formed the foundation of my career. With its regional presence, IIM-A can add value to talented individuals, backed by a diverse alumni network. I highly recommend joining this engaging and enriching family.
REJOY KURUP
Banking & Management Consultant 
Ramevani Yupaletti
IIMA-GMP equips professionals to excel in their expertise, fostering learning, relearning, and upskilling. The program is demanding yet balanced, empowering finance professionals like me to become holistic leaders. Interacting with industry experts and real-life events at IIM Ahmedabad adds value. Personally, the IIMA journey is a cherished experience.
LUIGI CORDEIRO D'SOUZA
Executive Director, FX Trading – Africa
Devisha Mishra
I applied for the GMP program seeing the vast range of topics it covers. The course is very well structured, the material is excellent and the professors made it very interesting. All the content was in the form of case studies which give a hands-on experience and make it really interesting and interactive.
DARSHIT SAGAR
Project Manager
Sushma Reddy
IIM Ahmedabad's brand is built on decades of excellence and knowledge. My MBA years there formed the foundation of my career. With its regional presence, IIM-A can add value to talented individuals, backed by a diverse alumni network. I highly recommend joining this engaging and enriching family.
REJOY KURUP
Banking & Management Consultant 
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Who Is This Program For?

Senior Professionals in a leadership position looking to reignite their careers

Professionals with significant managerial responsibilities looking for faster vertical progression

Professionals with functional and managerial expertise looking to enhance their leadership skills.

Admission Process

Program Fee

AED 71,500 + VAT

Instalments Schedule

Amount

Registration fees

AED 7,500

1st Instalment

AED 20,000

2nd Instalment

AED 11,000

3rd Instalment

AED 11,000

4th Instalment

AED 11,000

5th Instalment

AED 11,000

Note: Above Fee doesn’t include 5% VAT

FAQs

About The Program

General Management Programme (GMP) is one of the flagship executive programmes designed and offered by IIM A since 2009 in Dubai and has successfully delivered over 22 batches. The programme has been adapted to the region to enhance the managerial capabilities of the participants who desire to take the general management responsibilities in the future.

    As an IIM Ahmedabad alumni, participants can avail of the following benefits: Become part of the IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Network and gain access to the extensive alumni directory. Network with global C-suite leaders. Engage with local Alumni Chapters in over 20 cities across India and abroad. Join the official IIMA LinkedIn group to expand your professional network. Enjoy the privileges of an Alumni identity card. Receive a 20% discount on accommodation at IMDC, IIMA. Participate in a wide range of activities, including Speaker Series and Case Writing. Engage in academic initiatives in collaboration with esteemed faculty members. Receive the tri-annual alumnus magazine in electronic format. Showcase your achievements, special awards, and recognition by submitting write-ups for publication in the IIMA alumnus magazine.

      Imarticus plays an indispensable role in offering IIM Ahmedabad's General Management Program. The pedagogical approach adopted by Imarticus' seasoned trainers is characterised by immersive live lectures, innovative hybrid learning modules, industry-driven seminars, captivating capstone projects, and insightful guest lectures. These distinctive methodologies have been thoughtfully tailored to equip learners with the conceptual clarity and skills necessary to thrive in the ever-evolving industries of tomorrow.

        As per the norms of the programme, a participant is required to maintain at least 80% of attendance to become eligible to receive the certificate, failing which a participant won't be awarded the certificate. Participants are assessed for all the modules, and successful candidates will be awarded with a Certificate of Completion.

          This General Management Programme is a 7 Months (27 to 30 Weeks) program that will be conducted primarily through classroom training sessions and also includes modules involving campus immersion at IIMA Dubai and India campus.

            A special discount offer exists only for a minimum of five nominations. A discount of up to 10% on the program fee may be offered for bulk nominations of 5 participants or more from a single corporation. However, the discount's extent will be determined on a case-to-case basis.

              This is a classroom learning programme

                The7 Months (27 to 30 Weeks) general management program involves 100 face to face sessions, has 25 days campus immersion out of which 16 days immersion at IIM Ahmedabad in Dubai and a 9 days immersion at IIM Ahmedabad India campus. Dates of the campus immersion will be announced well in advance to allow participants to pre-book their travel. Accommodation during campus immersion will be on-campus or off-campus subject to the availability of campus facilities. There would not be any refund for not holding such modules.

                  IIM Ahmedabad shall carry out the examination and evaluation required for certification. The evaluation may include one or more of the following: Online Assessment, Case Study Discussions, and Class Participation. The final decision on evaluation methods rests with the course faculty and may change without prior intimation. Participants are evaluated on the basis of examinations for all the modules. Participants will be given any one of the following grades: Satisfactory Plus (S+); Satisfactory (S); Unsatisfactory (U).

                    Eligibility

                    Participants should have at least 5 years of managerial experience after graduation.

                      This programme is only for participants who reside in MENA countries.

                        Fees

                        Please get in touch with our counsellors for more information.

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