A high-profile joint programme targeting professionals in manufacturing and allied sectors has opened for admissions. The one-year, full-time residential Post Graduate Programme for Executives in Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing (PGPEX-VLM) 2025 is being offered collaboratively by IIT Kanpur, IIM Calcutta and IIT Madras. Applicants must submit their forms by November 18, 2025. This programme integrates world-class academic institutions to deliver leadership training at the intersection of technology, process and business excellence. It is designed for engineers and professionals from manufacturing and related sectors, and expects applicants with substantial work experience.
Programme Structure and Unique Features
According to the announcement, the PGPEX-VLM curriculum blends distinct expertise from each partner institute:
- At IIT Kanpur: Product & Technology Excellence
- At IIM Calcutta: Business Excellence
- At IIT Madras: Process Excellence
The programme spans over 1,170 contact hours, featuring classroom sessions, case studies, simulations and hands-on projects aimed at capturing manufacturing challenges. Learners will also participate in an industry internship to apply their learning in real-world settings.
Eligibility & Application Deadline
Professionals with a minimum of 4.5 years’ work experience are eligible, with an upper limit of 10 years for most applicants, except those sponsored by their organisations. Graduates from the programme will gain alumni status from all three institutions. The deadline for application submission is November 18, 2025. Interested candidates should apply via the official web portal: iitk.ac.in/doms/vlm. Early submission is recommended given the competitive nature of the intake.
Industry Collaboration and Global Exposure
The PGPEX-VLM programme has been developed in consultation with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Key features include an international immersion component in Japan to enable exposure to world-class manufacturing systems, lean production and innovation models.
What Applicants Should Know?
This programme represents an opportunity for mid-career professionals in manufacturing who seek a rigorous, leadership-oriented education. Given the intensive contact hours and residential format, candidates must be prepared for a demanding academic schedule and intensive learning environment. Applicants should ensure their work experience and academic credentials meet eligibility criteria, complete the online form accurately, and apply before the upcoming deadline.
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