Calling all Great Lakes PGPM 2020-21 intake Applicants

Hi,

I am Bruno Nellissery, a Great Lakes Institute Of Management Alumnus (Class of 2019). Before joining PGPM at Great Lakes, I was working in the IT industry in a support function for nearly 6 years. I have transitioned to a career in Marketing and I now am a part of the Admissions and Marketing team, and I handle Content Marketing at Great Lakes as my primary area of responsibility. All those who want to know more about Great Lakes and wish to participate in the Admission Process for PGPM Class of 2020-21 (Application Deadline for Cycle 1: 30th November, 2019), may use this forum to post their queries. Candidates with 2 or more than 2 years of experience can apply to the PGPM. In case if you want to know more about Great Lakes 2 year PGDM program for candidates with 0-2 years of work experience, you may also post in here. Would be delighted to help you through your MBA journey!

Also, I’m a GMAT 730 scorer. So if anyone has any GMAT related queries, especially related to preparing for the test and reference material, you can get in touch with me on a personal message or over the phone.

Bruno Nellissery
PGPM Co2019
Great Lakes Institute of Management
Phone: +91 98230 25184 (Calling Hours: 11 AM to 6 PM)


PGPM/PGDM common highlights:


• Globally-Benchmarked curriculum
• 25+ International visiting faculty from top global schools such as Kellogg, Stanford, Yale, etc. (Chennai Campus)
• 50+ Full-time faculty including two of the top 10 most Prominent Analytics Academicians in India (Analytics India Magazine, 2018)
• Perspectives from 120+ Thought Leaders
• Karma-Yoga Leadership Experiential Action Program (LEAP)
• Innovative curriculum with emphasis on experiential learning, industry exposure and case studies
• Rich peer group with diverse collective industry experience of over 1300 years.
• 8500+ Global alumni network spread across 30 countries
• PGPM at Chennai campus is Globally accredited by SAQS
• PGDM at Chennai campus is accredited by NBA
• 27.5 Acre LEED Platinum Green campus in Chennai & 7.2 Acre campus in Gurgaon
• PGPM & PGDM at both Chennai and Gurgaon campuses are AICTE approved and AMBA accredited


PGPM/PGDM Rankings: (Chennai Campus)


• NIRF: 4th among private B-Schools (2019)
• NIRF: 5th among non-IIT/IIM institutes (2019)
• Outlook: 4th among Standalone B-Schools (2019)
• Outlook: 5th among Private B-Schools (2019)
• Analytics India Magazine: 1st among Top 10 Analytics B-Schools (2018)
• Outlook: 3rd in One Year Programs (2018)
• Business Today: 7th among Private B-Schools (2018)
• Business World: 4th in One Year Programs (2017)
• Business India: 9th among Top B-schools (2017)


About PGPM program:


• 1 Year Fast track MBA program for professionals with 2+ years of work experience
• Program details: https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/pgpm
• Placement highlights:
• PGPM 2019 Avg. CTC of 13.1 lakhs p.a. for Chennai campus and 11.21 lakhs p.a. for Gurgaon campus
• PGPM 2019 Highest Domestic CTC of INR 29 Lakhs per annum offered by a multinational consulting firm *
• Offers by marquee recruiters like Accenture, Aditya Birla Capital, Amazon, Cognizant, Dell, Deloitte, EY, HCL, Infosys, ITC Infotech, L&T Infotech, Mu Sigma, OYO Rooms, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, ZS Associates, Coffee Day Beverages, Newgen, Gartner, and Grail Insights to name a few
• Program fees Chennai Campus: https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/chennai/pgpm/financials
• Program fees Gurgaon Campus: https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/gurgaon/pgpm/financials
• Admissions Process & Eligibility criteria: https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/pgpm/admission-process


About PGDM program:


• 2 Year MBA program for freshers and candidates with 0-2 years of work experience
• Program details- https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/pgdm
• Placement highlights:
• PGDM 2019 Avg. CTC of 10.14 lakhs p.a. for Chennai campus and 9.1 lakhs p.a. for Gurgaon campus
• Offers by marquee recruiters KPMG, Axis Bank, Cognizant Technology, Dell, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, HDFC Bank, Nestlé, ICICI Bank, Infosys, ITC Limited, JP Morgan, Novartis, Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles, Federal Bank, Future Generali, Wells Fargo to name a few
• Program fees Chennai Campus- https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/chennai/pgdm/financials
Program fees Gurgaon Campus- https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/gurgaon/pgdm/financials
• Admissions Process & Eligibility criteria- https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/pgdm/admission-process

Application Form fee: INR 2000.


PGPM 2021 Admissions Decision Tracker:

HI, what is the average GMAT score required for Great Lakes admission?

Our current PGPM class at Great Lakes has students with over 600 in the GMAT, going all the way up to even 730. Having said that, let me emphasize that the Great Lakes admissions process involves shortlisting on the basis of a complete profile evaluation. Therefore, having a lower score is not a deal-breaker as there have been admits with lower scores but impressive professional and/or academic track record. At the same time, a score within the range, or even a higher one, does not assure a call if your track record has been poor. Therefore, aim for a good score, but also present your profile in the the application form in the best and most authentic manner.

I hae 18 years of work experience.Is it suitable for me?

Hello Kiran,
Considering your work experience of 18 years, the PGXPM, one of our executive programs, would be more suitable for you.
Click here to check out the program details.

Hi, I am interested in the course, I wanted to know the approx GMAT score I should target with my profile.

10th - 82.6%
12th - 69.6%
B.Tech 75.6%

Systems engineer TCS - 3years and 8 months

Left job started my own agro processing unit- 1.5 years experience

NCC B certificate cadet

Was member of college cricket and volleyball teams

Hello Abhi,

Your track record seems good. I would still suggest that you aim for a safe score of 600+. Although, your experience and achievements may be considered once you submit every detail in your application form.

Hey,

I am interested in the course. I realize that i am late for Round 1 but planning to apply in Round 2.

A brief background -

10th - 88.2%
12th - 75%
B.Tech from VIT University - 8.02 CGPA

Work Ex :-

1yrs - In a Budding start up
1 yr - Started my own venture (Hospitality and Trading) but due to lack of experience on my end, handed it over to my family members for time-being.
2 yr - Working as a hardcore sales person in a Japanese MNC.

Co-curricular - Represented my college team for 2 yrs in Formula Student where we made electric cars. Headed the suspension department in the 2nd year.

GMAT SCORE -630 (Taken in June'2017)

So do you recommend me going forward with the admit process or should I aim for improving my GMAT. I am 26yrs old right now, so time is of the essence as well.

Kindly guide me

Thanks

I think you should go ahead and apply in cycle 2. You have a good track record and profile. Your GMAT score shouldn't be a problem.

Hey, when can we expect the Round 1 results for PGPM (2020-21).
Thanks

Hello,

If you're selected for interviews, you will receive an interview invite over email within a week or 10 days, depending on your location. After the interviews, the final offers would be sent out by the end of the month. Here are the city-wise interview dates:

https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/chennai/pgpm/admissions#key-dates

Hi BrunoN,

I have a GMAT score of 690 (41 V 42 Q) but did not submit the score with my round 1 application as I am taking the GMAT again in December. Should I submit the new score that I will get in December or submit my 690 score which I got in June?

Thanks.

Hey,

I have been shortlisted for interview, which is scheduled for 14th December'2019.

Its mentioned on the mail that we will have to write an essay on the spot within 20 mins. Can you please help me out with this?

What kind of an essay and how should I prepare for the same?

Will be a general application based essay or general knowledge based?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Hello,

Your score is 690 is sufficient. However, if there's an improvement, do submit the improved score. Also, do keep in mind that PGPM follows a thorough profile-based shortlisting. Therefore, an entrance score is only one of the criteria for getting an interview invite.

Hi,

You'll be given a choice among 2-3 topics. You would have to write your opinion on a social or economic situation, technological development, business news, things like these. Yes you would need some general awareness of what's going on around. The test would capture your analytical approach to the topic and your thought process.

Hi,
I applied in round one.
Is shortlist for Hyderabad out?
Thanks,
Venkatesh

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Hi,
Can I go for PGDM at Great lakes with 2.5years of work experience?

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The PGDM at Great Lakes is for those with less than 2 years of work experience or no experience at all. Since you've already have more than 2 years of experience, you are eligible only for the PGPM, in full-time programs, which will save one year of your time without compromising on the learning experience and curriculum.

Hey,

I had my essay writing and PI today. I believe i did decent enough. When can i expect the results?

Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance

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Hi,

The results would be out by the end of the month.