1st Round of Applications ends on 31st January 2026

Course Duration:

2 st Year

450 hours - 1st Year

300 hours - 2 nd Year

Semester Fee:

₹65,000*

Mode of Learning:

Online + Campus Immersion

Program Fee:

₹1000 - Application Fees

₹2,50,000 - 1st Term Fee

Easy EMI Option Available

Eligibility:

Candidate should hold a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent percentage.

A minimum 3 years of Post Qualification managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience as on last date of application.

The Executive MBA program at IIM Sambalpur is crafted to meet the changing demands of future-focused organizations through an engaging and hands-on learning experience that prepares professionals for leadership roles. Tailored for those with an entrepreneurial drive, the program nurtures innovative thinking and strategic insight.

Spanning a broad spectrum of subjects, the curriculum blends international perspectives, emerging global trends, and alignment with key government initiatives. It empowers participants to identify opportunities and deliver meaningful impact, while emphasizing core themes such as responsible leadership, sustainability, and digital transformation—ensuring its continued relevance in a rapidly evolving business world.

Key Benefits of Executive MBA

Accelerated Career Growth

Prepares you for leadership positions by developing strong strategic and managerial capabilities.

Flexible Learning

Offers a flexible online format that lets you learn without disrupting your personal or professional life.

Enhanced Earning Potential

Strengthens your credentials, opening doors to better-paying positions.

Real-Time Learning Impact

Enables you to implement newly acquired knowledge and skills directly in your current role.

Programme Objectives:

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Cultivate the ability to think entrepreneurially and apply fundamental management principles in a fast-changing business environment.

Complex Problem Solving

Develop the capability to address complex business issues by synthesizing knowledge across various disciplines.

Ethical Leadership

Deepen your understanding of leadership grounded in ethics and responsibility to create lasting organizational impact.

Digital Transformation

Gain essential tools and insights to lead organizations through technological advancements and digital change.

Effective Communication

Strengthen your ability to communicate effectively and negotiate successfully in diverse professional contexts.

Practical Application

Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through structured projects that encourage strategic, hands-on learning.

Programme Highlights

Recognized Executive MBA Certification

Earn a prestigious Executive MBA degree from IIM Sambalpur, enhancing your professional credibility through one of India’s top-tier institutions.

Flexible Blended Learning Model

Benefit from live online weekend sessions, complemented by occasional on-campus modules that offer immersive learning while maintaining work-life balance.

Renowned Faculty Expertise

Learn from distinguished IIM Sambalpur faculty and guest professors from leading Indian and international business schools.

Engaging, Interactive Pedagogy

The program follows a flipped classroom approach, promoting active engagement, collaborative learning, and real-time problem-solving.

Customized Specialization Options

Choose from a variety of specializations across management domains, with a strong emphasis on responsible leadership, sustainability, and digital innovation.

Exclusive CEO Immersion Experience

Gain valuable exposure through direct interactions with CEOs and senior leaders from MNCs, startups, unicorns, PSUs, and major Indian firms.

Optional Global Immersion Program

Take part in a 1–2 week international immersion at partner institutions abroad, featuring academic sessions, industry visits, and cultural experiences that broaden your global business outlook.

Diverse and Inclusive Cohorts

The program attracts working professionals from various industries and locations, including NRIs, creating a dynamic and diverse peer group.

Robust Industry & Peer Networking

Expand your professional network by engaging with fellow participants, seasoned industry professionals, and global thought leaders throughout the program.

Programme Outcome

Executive-Ready Leadership

Build the confidence and capability to lead teams, functions, and organizations in high-stakes business environments.

Strategic Problem-Solving Excellence

Apply proven frameworks and analytical tools to solve complex, real-world business challenges with clarity and impact.

Entrepreneurial Thinking for Sustainable Growth

Develop a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset to identify opportunities, drive innovation, and create long-term value.

Digital Transformation & Technology Leadership

Gain the skills to lead digital change initiatives and leverage emerging technologies to future-proof businesses.

Global Business Acumen

Strengthen your understanding of global markets, cross-border business practices, and international management perspectives.

Collaborative Learning & Powerful Networks

Benefit from peer-driven learning, expert faculty mentorship, and lifelong connections through an influential executive alumni network.

Skills You'll Learn

Leadership
Strategic Vision
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Entrepreneurial Thinking
Financial & Business Acumen
Global Perspective & Networking
Communication Skills
Team Management

Programme Structure

In line of the established norms of conferring an Executive MBA degree, the total minimum contact hours for the program are mentioned below:

  • Total 750 hours of classroom teaching, 450 hours in first year and 300 hours in second year.
  • Blended learning model with a combination of online and offline classroom modes
  • Weekend classes
  • Two in-campus visits during the programme

Campus Immersion

IIM Sambalpur Campus

The program includes two on-campus engagements, designed to strengthen academic orientation, leadership exposure, and peer interaction alongside online learning.

On-Campus Engagements
  • Orientation & Induction Visit (2 Days) — An introductory campus visit at the start of the program.
  • CEO Immersion Program (5 Days) — An intensive on-campus immersion focused on leadership learning, strategic discussions, and peer networking.
What’s Included
  • Academic sessions and immersion activities
  • Faculty interactions and peer networking
What’s Not Included
  • Travel to and from campus
  • Food and accommodation
  • Personal expenses during the stay
Accommodation (Optional)

On-campus stay can be availed by paying the institute directly:

  • Single Room: ₹1,500 + GST
  • Twin Sharing: ₹1,000 + GST

Curriculum

Term I
Course Credit Sessions
Managing People and Performance 3 20
Financial and Management Accounting 3 20
Essentials of Marketing 3 20
Firms and Market 3 20
Quantitative Techniques 3 20
Total Term I 15 100
Term II
Course Credit Sessions
Corporate Finance 3 20
Strategic Marketing 3 20
Macro Economics 3 20
Operation Management 3 20
Managerial Communication 1.5 10
Negotiation 1.5 10
Total Term II 15 100
Term III
Course Credit Sessions
Management Information Systems 3 20
Strategic Management 3 20
Strategic Human Resource Management 3 20
Legal Aspect of Business 1.5 10
Design Thinking 1.5 10
Total Term III 12 80

CEO Immersion & Term IV
Course Credit Sessions
CEO Immersion 6 40
TERM IV
Sustainability & Ethics 3 20
Leadership 3 20
Corporate Entrepreneurship 3 20
Total Term IV 9 60
Term V
Course Credit Sessions
Digital Transformation 3 20
Project Management 3 20
Elective 1 3 20
Elective 2 3 20
Total Term V 12 80
List of Elective Subjects (Term V)
Course Name Area Credit
Security Analysis and Portfolio Management Finance 3
Financial Services Finance 3
Energy Markets and Pricing Strategies Economics 3
Maritime Economics and Logistics Economics 3
Digital Transformation of Supply Chain Operations 3
Product & Brand Management Marketing 3
Consumer Behaviour Marketing 3
AI for Business IS 3
Data Visualization and Storytelling IS 3
Advanced Competitive Strategy Strategy 3
Consultancy Skills for OD OB/HR 3
Industrial Relations and Labour Laws OB/HR 3

Term VI
Course Credit Sessions
Elective 3 3 20
Capstone 3 20
Total Term VI 6 40

*Subject to Change

**Each session will be of 1.5 hours duration.

List of Elective Subjects (Term VI)
Course Name Area Credit
Financial planning and wealth management Finance 3
Fintech Finance 3
Supply Chain Management Operations 3
Operations Strategy Operations 3
Operation Research Modeling Operations 3
Supply Chain Analytics Operations 3
Agile Project Management (SCRUM) Operations 3
B2B Marketing Marketing 3
Entrepreneurial Marketing Marketing 3
Customer Relationship Marketing Marketing 3
Blockchain for Business IS 1.5
Business Analytics IS 1.5
Generative AI and Applications IS 1.5
Developing New Businesses Strategy 3
International Business Strategy 1.5
Innovation Strategy Strategy 1.5
New Era Business & Management Strategy 1.5
Business Plan Formulation Strategy 3
HR Analytics OB/HR 1.5

Programme Credit Summary

Year Credit Sessions Hours
1st Year 42 280 420
2nd Year 33 220 330
Total 75 500 750

Course Delivery: Includes an eclectic mix of Flipped classroom, case - based methods of teaching, simulations, problem solving exercises, assignments, roleplay and in-class discussions.

EMBA Elective Courses Areas

Finance & Investment

Supply Chain & Operations

Marketing & Customer Insights

Technology & Analytics

Strategy & Consulting

Human Resources

Fee Structure Download Brochure

Fee Structure for Batch 2025-27

 

Payment Deadline Fees in INR
Application Fee 1,000
Term 1 Course Fees - Part 1 During acceptance of admission offer 50,000
Term 1 Course Fees - Part 2 (Inclusive of Caution Money and Alumni Fee) 2,00,000
On or before the start date of Term 2 2,00,000
On or before the start date of Term 3 2,00,000
On or before the start date of Term 4 2,00,000
On or before the start date of Term 5 2,00,000
On or before the start date of Term 6 2,00,000
Total Course Fee 12,50,000

Note:

  • The fee for Executive MBA 2025-27 is ₹12,20,000 + refundable caution deposit of ₹20,000 + alumni membership fee of ₹10,000.
  • Application fee of ₹1,000 is non-refundable.
  • The Term 1 Fee and Caution Deposit are to be paid within 7 days of receiving the Admission Offer/Acceptance Letter.
  • A one-time refundable caution deposit of ₹20,000 is payable along with the Term 1 Fee, which will be refunded upon program completion or withdrawal

Withdrawal and Refund Policy

A) Before the Program Registration Date:

A candidate who has paid the offer acceptance fees but wants to withdraw, will be permitted to do so, if his/her request is received by the Executive MBA Office by the stipulated date mentioned in the Admission Offer letter. The received fee will be refunded to the candidate after deducting Rs. 1,000/- for processing charges.

B) On or After the Registration Date:

If a candidate wants to withdraw from the program on or after the program registration date, but before the Term-1 classes start date, the amount paid by the student will be refunded after deducting a withdrawal amount of Rs. 50,000/-.

C) Refund Timeline:

While IIM Sambalpur will attempt to process the eligible refunds as quickly as possible, IIM Sambalpur will not be responsible for delays in the refund process, for any reason whatsoever.

D) Temporary Withdrawal and Credit Bank:

A Participant can take a break or temporarily withdraw from the Program at any point of time by giving an appropriate request to the Institute (but only after getting a written permission from the Institute); in this case, the fees paid by the Participant till then shall be forfeited. The Participant can re-join the Program within the next three academic years by paying full fees applicable at the time of re-joining.

Credit Bank: The participant can carry forward the credits accumulated to a maximum of 3 academic years.

Admission Process

Qualification & Work Experience
Candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent percentage.
And
A minimum 3 years of Post Qualification managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience as on last date of application.
Selection Criteria
  • Self-financed Candidates
    In the case of self-financed candidates fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria as above shall be called for the PI process. The Executive MBA Admission Committee in consultation with the Competent Authority will decide the number of candidates to be called for PI.
    Candidates shall be required to submit a "No Objection Certificate"/ "Consent letter" at the time of admission for pursuing the Executive MBA at IIM Sambalpur from his or her employer.
  • Industry Sponsored Candidates
    Industry Sponsored candidates are allowed admission in the Executive MBA Program of IIM Sambalpur. A Sponsored candidate must have been in service of the sponsoring organization for at least two years at the time of admission. The selection of candidates under this category will be primarily based on personal interview. The candidates will be required to submit a letter from the sponsoring company. A candidate selected under this category will have to abide by all the Rules and regulations applicable to students taken under normal category.
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
The candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include talk about your career path, interests, professional contributions, goals and the driving force behind pursuing ExeMBA.
Preparing the merit List
  • Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • IIM Sambalpur reserves the right to modify any part of this document including the various criteria and cut offs mentioned at any time till the actual admission process for the batch is completed.
  • Admissions will be offered based on merit, as evaluated through the application and personal interview process.
  • Admission offers will also be made on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to meeting the eligibility and selection criteria and the availability of seats.

Programme Certificate

Upon successful completion of the Executive MBA programme, participants are awarded a prestigious Executive Master of Business Administration Degree from IIM Sambalpur.

IIM Sambalpur EMBA Certificate

FAQs

An Executive MBA is crafted for working professionals with significant experience, unlike a regular MBA that targets early-career candidates. It allows you to earn a full MBA degree while continuing your job, with a curriculum focused on leadership, strategy, and real-world business challenges. The format is flexible, peer-driven, and designed to accelerate your move into senior roles.

Upon successful completion, participants are awarded an Executive MBA degree from IIM Sambalpur, along with full alumni status - joining a prestigious network of professionals across industries.

IIM Sambalpur follows a blended learning model with live faculty-led online sessions on alternate weekends, supported by interactive elements like case discussions, roleplays, simulations, and group assignments. The program also includes two on-campus visits, enabling deeper engagement and peer collaboration.

Participants benefit from rich peer learning, industry expert sessions, and NRI representation - common features of elite Executive MBA for working professionals programs.

The program spans a total of two years. At present, there are no accelerated completion options available.
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