Not Just a Management Degree. A Real Management Experience.
At Global South Institute of Business Management (GSIBM), we believe that management cannot be learnt through textbooks alone. It must be experienced, practised and applied.
Why GSIBM
Why GSIBM’s PGDM Programme is Different
Our PGDM programme brings together academic foundations and real-world business experience through industry-led sessions, live projects, practical assignments and direct interactions with experienced professionals. Students learn from people who have managed businesses, led teams and navigated real organisational challenges.
Beyond functional management knowledge, we focus on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration and leadership capabilities. Our emphasis is on making students industry-ready, future-ready and confident to take on responsibilities from day one.
At GSIBM, we don’t just teach management. We create opportunities to experience it, practise it and grow into tomorrow’s leaders.
Programme Structure
Choose Your Specialisation
A two-year, full-time PGDM programme following the trimester system (awaiting AICTE approval). In addition to General Management, GSIBM offers four specialisations:
Hostel facility is available only for outstation students.
Learning Approach
How You Will Learn
Industry Expert Lectures
Classroom lectures delivered by industry experts who bring real business perspectives into every session.
12-Week Summer Internship
A Summer Internship Programme of 12 weeks to apply classroom learning inside real organisations.
SURE
Socially Useful and Responsible Engagement — learning through meaningful work with the community.
Live Projects
Industry-linked, real-world assignments that build practical problem-solving skills.
Symposiums & Clubs
Student-driven symposiums and club activities to practise organising and leadership skills.
Curriculum
Course List
Select a term to see its courses. Core courses are common to all students; filter by specialisation to see the electives in your area of interest.
Term 1
7 core courses (18 credits)
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Communication | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Contemporary Business Environment I | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Managerial Economics | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Statistical Method for Decision Making | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Marketing Fundamentals | Marketing | Core | 2 |
| Financial Analysis and Reporting | Finance | Core | 3 |
| Organisational Behaviour I | Human Resources | Core | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Term 2
7 core courses (18 credits)
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Research & Data Visualization | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Macroeconomics | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Digital Technologies & AI for Business | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Marketing Planning & Implementation | Marketing | Core | 3 |
| Cost & Management Accounting | Finance | Core | 2 |
| Organisational Behaviour II | Human Resources | Core | 2 |
| Operations Management | Operations | Core | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Term 3
5 core courses (12 credits) · 7 electives offered
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contemporary Business Environment II | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Entrepreneurship | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Business Strategy | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Socially Useful and Responsible Engagement (SURE) | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Human Resource Management | Human Resources | Core | 2 |
| Market Research | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Digital Marketing with Generative AI | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Talent Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| AI, HR Tech & Analytics | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Digital Supply Chain Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Operations Planning & Control | Operations | Elective | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Term 4
2 core courses (7 credits) · 20 electives offered
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Business | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Summer Internship | General Management | Core | 4 |
| Business Models | General Management | Elective | 3 |
| Consumer Behaviour & CRM | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Sales & Distribution Management | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Services Marketing | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Strategic Product Management | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| AI for Marketing | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Corporate Finance | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Financial Analytics | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Financial Modelling | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Financial Services | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| AI & Fintech | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Learning and Development | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Performance Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Strategic Human Resource Planning | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Employee Relations & Welfare | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Organisational Planning & Development | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Project Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Service Operations Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Supply Network Design & Modeling | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| TQM & Lean Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Term 5
1 core course (3 credits) · 20 electives offered
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Future Ready Manager | General Management | Core | 3 |
| Design Thinking for Managers | General Management | Elective | 3 |
| B2B Marketing | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Brand Management & IMC | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Marketing Analytics | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Strategic Pricing | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Strategic Retail and Omni-Channel Management | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Financial Markets | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Financial Risk Management | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Mergers & Acquisitions | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Corporate Tax | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Equity Research and Valuation | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Compensation & Benefits Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Competency Based Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| HR Consulting & Organisational Effectiveness | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| International Human Resources Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Enterprise Resource Planning | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Logistics & Distribution Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Procurement Sourcing and Materials Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Strategic Operations & Process Innovation | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Supply Chain Analytics | Operations | Elective | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Term 6
3 core courses (6 credits) · 12 electives offered
| Course | Stream | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Ethics | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Business Law | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Sustainable Business Management | General Management | Core | 2 |
| Creativity & Innovation | General Management | Elective | 3 |
| Corporate Communications | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Marketing Technology | Marketing | Elective | 3 |
| Personal Finance and Wealth Management | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Merchant & Investment Banking | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| PE, VC & Entrepreneurial Finance | Finance | Elective | 3 |
| Neurosciences of Leadership & Change Management | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Personal Growth Lab | Human Resources | Elective | 3 |
| Risk & Resilience Management | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| Sustainable Value Chains | Operations | Elective | 3 |
| System Dynamics Modelling and Simulations | Operations | Elective | 3 |
No courses for this specialisation in this term.
Admissions
Eligibility & Selection
Eligibility
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks across all subjects (45% for SC/ST), from a recognised university.
- Final-year students may apply if they have maintained 50% average marks so far. The aspirant must have completed all exams before July 2027 and submit the proof of passing by September 2027.
Entrance Tests
A valid score in any one of the following:
Selection Process
- 1Online Application
- 2Group Discussion
- 3Personal Interview
- 4ShortlistBased on application weightage, entrance test, GD & PI score
- 5Admission & Fee Payment
- 6Programme Begins
Applications Opening Soon
Applications are accepted only in online mode. The application link will open soon.
Fee details: To be announced when applications open.