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AICTE Approved · Batch Commences September 2026

PGDM
Working Professionals

in collaboration with Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany

Flexible. Fast-Paced. Future-Ready.

A rigorous, AICTE-approved 18-month Post Graduate Diploma in Management designed for ambitious professionals — delivered during evenings and weekends for No Career Disruption.

18 Months No Career Break AICTE Approved PGDM 96 Credits

Programme at a Glance

18 Months
4 Terms — Zero Career Break
20 Courses
Career Track Aligned Courses from Day 1
4 Certifications
NPTEL/SWAYAM + Bloomberg/KPMG/SHRM
Complementary International Immersion
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany
Capstone Project
2 Terms in own organisation
Focus on experiential learning
Aligning with 5 career tracks
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#3 Top Private B-School in North India — BW Businessworld 2025 34 Years of Management Excellence 70% Faculty from IIMs & IITs 8,000+ Alumni across 169 Countries 25% Alumni in CEO/CXO Roles Bloomberg Lab · GPU-Powered AI Lab #3 Top Private B-School in North India — BW Businessworld 2025 34 Years of Management Excellence 70% Faculty from IIMs & IITs 8,000+ Alumni across 169 Countries 25% Alumni in CEO/CXO Roles Bloomberg Lab · GPU-Powered AI Lab Harvard Case Method — 72% Certified Faculty
AICTE Approved
NBA Accredited for two years PGDM programmes
SAQS Accredited
AACSB Member
BGA Member
34+
Years of Excellence
102
Full-Time Faculty
70%
Faculty from IIMs/IITs
8500
Global Alumni
169
Countries — Alumni Present
25%
Alumni in CEO/CXO Roles

Programme Overview

Curated for Career Acceleration

India's mid-career professionals face an 'expertise ceiling' — the functional skills that built careers may be insufficient for senior leadership ahead. The FSM PGDM (Working Professionals) breaks that ceiling.

Certifications
4 Certifications — 1 per Term 2 NPTEL/SWAYAM + 2 Industry (Bloomberg, KPMG, SHRM, SAS)
Complementary International Immersion
5-7 Days Abroad One Week Immersion Programme
Capstone Project
12 Credits — In Your Own Organisation Real-world ROI delivered to your employer
Outbound training programmes
Experiential learning Workshops on leadership and team building. Sessions by corporate leaders & world renowned professors.

Key Programme Highlights

  • AI & Analytics First
    Every course integrates AI, data analytics, and digital transformation as core competencies — not standalone electives.
  • Career Track-Based Design
    Specialised career track from Day 1 aligned to professional goals, with cross-bouquet courses for a well-rounded experience.
  • Experiential Learning in All 20 Courses
    Projects and assignments directly relevant to each participant's job role, enhanced by industry certifications and a faculty-mentored Capstone.
  • Peer-Learning from Diverse Cohort
    Manufacturing, IT, BFSI, healthcare, FMCG, and consulting professionals — the classroom becomes a live boardroom.
  • Bloomberg Lab & GPU AI Lab
    4 Bloomberg terminals + GPU-powered AI Lab — Tier-1 institutional infrastructure identical to investment bank workstations.
  • Full Alumni Status on Graduation
    8,500+ alumni across 169 countries. 25% in CEO/CXO roles. Mentorship circles and career opportunities for life.

Class Schedule

Day Format Duration
Wednesday Evening Offline 3 Hours
Thursday Evening Offline 3 Hours
Saturday Evening Offline 3 Hours
Sunday Online Tutorial / Mentoring 3 Hours

Total: 12 contact hours per week

Credit Distribution

60
Credits
20 Courses
5 per term × 4 terms · 600 Hours
12 + 12
Credits
4 Certifications + Capstone Project
NPTEL/SWAYAM + Industry · 120 Hours.  | Capstone Project in own organisation · 60 Hours
12
Credits
Global + Outbound
IIP (30 hrs) + OEL Leadership Boot Camp
96
Total Credits
4 Terms over 18 Months

The International Immersion Programme (IIP)

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany

The collaboration of FORE School of Management and Frankfurt School of Finance & Management marks a significant enhancement to the PGDM - Working Professionals (PGDM-WP) programme, aligning with its mission to provide international exposure to the learners at elite global B-schools.

The partnership specifically facilitates a one-week (5-day) International Immersion Programme at the Frankfurt School campus in Germany.

  • Academic Credits: This immersion is a core component of the curriculum, carrying 3 credits (approximately 30 hours).
  • Learning Experience: It is designed to provide participants with cross-cultural leadership exposure and access to an international peer network.
  • Global Integration: The learners will get an opportunity to learn about the Global Business Landscape and how to operate in the diverse environments.

Specialisations

The 5 Career Tracks

Each track is a curated set of 20 courses across 4 terms, benchmarked against leading global programmes. ~50% common curriculum for general management foundation AI & Analytics; ~50% career track specific for functional depth.

01
Finance & Capital Intelligence
Finance · Accounting · Banking · Treasury · Investment
Corporate Finance Valuation FinTech Risk Management Capital Markets
02
Marketing & Growth
Marketing · Brand · Sales · Digital · E-Commerce
Consumer Insights Digital Marketing Brand Management Neuromarketing B2B Sales
03
Supply Chain & Flow Intelligence
Logistics · SCM · Procurement · Operations · Sustainability
Supply Chain 4.0 Lean & Agile Global Sourcing Green SCM SCM Analytics
04
Strategy & Consulting
Strategy · Consulting · General Management · Entrepreneurship
Corporate Strategy Strategic Alliances Design Thinking Family Business CESIM Simulation
05
People & Leadership Excellence
HR . Talent Management . Learning & Development . Organizational Development . Business Leaders
Leadership Development Talent Analytics Organizational Behavior Change Management Future of Work

Certifications

Four Certifications — One per Term

In addition to 20 elective courses, each participant completes 4 certifications (3 credits · 30 hours each) across all four terms.

Terms 1 & 2 — NPTEL / SWAYAM (Select 2)
  • Marketing Analytics — digital marketing metrics, customer analytics, campaign measurement
  • Spreadsheets for Managers — advanced Excel and data analysis for managerial decision-making
  • Data Analytics using Python — programming for analysis, visualisation, and business insights
  • Statistical Analysis — applied statistics for business research and decision-making
  • Software Project Management — Agile frameworks, project estimation, IT governance
  • HR Analytics — workforce data analytics, predictive attrition, and people metrics
Terms 3 & 4 — Industry Certifications (Select 2)
  • Six Sigma Green / Black Belt (KPMG) — process improvement and quality management
  • SAS Certification — statistical analysis and data management
  • Bloomberg Terminal Course — financial data, analysis, and fixed income fundamentals
  • Bloomberg Sustainable Finance / ESG Certificate — green bonds, ESG investment analysis
  • Google Analytics Certification — web analytics, digital traffic analysis
  • NISM Certificate — securities market fundamentals (SEBI/NISM requirements)
  • SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP — HR professional and senior leadership certification

Who Should Apply

Built for Ambitious Professionals

Designed for employed professionals with minimum 3 years of managerial or supervisory experience who seek to significantly advance their career without stepping away.

🎯
Mid-to-Senior Managers & High-Potential Achievers
Ambitious professionals ready to break the expertise ceiling, accelerate their path to senior management, and transition into C-suite leadership positions.
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Functional Specialists & Tech Professionals
HR, Finance, Marketing, Operations, IT, or engineering professionals pivoting from niche technical expertise into broad cross-functional and strategic business leadership roles.
🏢
Entrepreneurs & Family Business Leaders
Business owners focused on professionalising operations, establishing strong governance structures, and scaling organisations using formal management frameworks.
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Globally-Oriented Professionals
Leaders seeking international business exposure, cross-border leadership capabilities, and access to an elite global alumni network spanning 169 countries.

Rankings & Recognition of FORE School of Management

Nationally Acclaimed

#3
Top Private B-Schools in North India
BW Businessworld 2025
#18
Top B-Schools in India (Overall)
BW Businessworld
#27
Top B-Schools in India
MBA Universe 2026
#59
Overall National Ranking
NIRF 2025

Teaching Infrastructure

Tier-1 Facilities

Bloomberg Lab — 4+6 Dedicated Terminals
Real-time financial data, market analytics, news feeds, and economic research — identical to investment bank workstations.
AI & Data Analytics Lab (GPU-Powered)
High-performance GPU workstations for hands-on ML model training, GenAI application development, and data science projects.
Smart Classrooms with Interactive Panels
Acoustically designed smart classrooms with HD projectors, interactive panels, and high speed campus Wi-Fi.
Digital Library — 28,200+ e-Books & 13 Databases
ABI/INFORM, EBSCO Business Source Elite, Eikon-Refinitiv, CMIE Prowess, Passport-Euromonitor, NVivo, Web of Science, Scopus, Turnitin.
Campus Management System
Dedicated portal for participants, faculty, and alumni — assignments, grades, events, and career services in one place.

Messages from Leadership

Established in 1981, the Foundation for Organisational Research and Education (FORE) is a non-profit institution dedicated to advancing management education and sustainable business practices through research, training, and consultancy. Its flagship, the FORE School of Management (FSM), was founded in 1992 in New Delhi to provide a holistic, ethics-driven learning ecosystem supported by distinguished faculty and strong industry-academia collaborations. As per the trend of industry and society, the FORE society has expanded its educational footprint through diverse verticals — including FORE Academy of Management Education (FAME), FORE Institute of Drone Technology and Research (FIDTR), FORE School of Jewellery Design, FORE Centre for Political Leadership & Governance (FCPLG), and FORE Academy of Aviation, Space and Tourism (FAAST) — reaffirming our commitment to holistic societal progress.

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Dr. B.B.L Madhukar
Chairman, FORE School of Management

The business world is changing at an unprecedented pace — driven by Artificial Intelligence, shifting geopolitical realities, supply chain disruptions, and growing environmental imperatives. Staying ahead demands not just awareness, but the ability to lead through complexity. FORE School of Management has consistently equipped professionals to do exactly that. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, a distinguished faculty pool, and a curriculum that is regularly revised to stay closely aligned with industry requirements, our AICTE-approved PGDM Working Professional Programme is built for the demands of today's corporate world. What truly sets this programme apart is the deep integration of industry expertise — leading professionals are involved not only in shaping the curriculum, but in mentoring participants and teaching in the classroom as guest faculty. Combined with a strong and engaged alumni network that spans organisations across sectors, this programme offers you a community as powerful as the credential itself. Choosing FORE is a commitment to learning that leads.

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Dr. Subir Verma
Director, FORE School of Management

It is a pleasure to welcome you to FORE School of Management's Gurugram campus, strategically located in Cyber City — one of India's most dynamic corporate hubs, home to hundreds of multinational and leading national organisations. Our AICTE-approved PGDM Working Professional Programme is designed to build the skills that matter most in today's business environment — analytical thinking, digital fluency, ethical leadership, cross-functional agility, and the ability to communicate and collaborate across diverse global teams. Guided by experienced faculty, enriched by peer learning from professionals across industries, and supported by personalised mentoring, this programme sharpens your intellect and deepens your professional impact.

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Dr. Sanghamitra Buddhapriya
Dean & Head (Gurugram Off-Campus)

The PGDM Working Professional Programme is designed around one core belief —that the best learning happens when it connects directly to where you are in your career and where you want to go. The choice-based, flexible curriculum allows you to select courses aligned with your career track, so your 18 months are spent deepening expertise that is immediately relevant, not generic. Classes scheduled during evenings and weekends ensure minimal disruption to your professional commitments, letting you learn while you earn and apply new thinking in your workplace from day one. In 18 focused months, this programme is designed to accelerate your career trajectory and align your capabilities with the leadership roles you are aiming for.

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Prof. Saurabh Mittal
Programme Chair, PGDM (Working Professionals)

Admissions

How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria
Qualification Bachelor's Degree (min. 3 years) from a recognised university — 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
Work Experience Minimum 3 years full-time post-qualification managerial / supervisory experience
Entrance Test
Valid score in any of:
CAT XAT CMAT GMAT GRE FAT (FORE Aptitude Test)
Selection Criteria & Weightage
  • Entrance Test Score (CAT / XAT / CMAT / GMAT / GRE / FAT)
  • Academic Performance (Undergraduate / Postgraduate Degree)
  • Personal Interview
  • Work Experience
  • Diversity (Sports, Extra-Curriculars, Academic, Gender)
Programme Fee
₹11.5 Lakhs
Non-Residential · Total 18-Month Programme Fee
Key Dates
September 2026
  • Admission Application start: 28th June 2026
  • Admission Application close: 31th July 2026
  • Programme Registration Deadline: 14th August 2026

Applications are open. Seats are limited — early application is strongly advised.

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Get in Touch

Advance Without Pausing.
Lead Without Limits.

FORE School of Management invites applications from high-potential working professionals committed to significantly advancing their leadership capabilities and transforming their organisations.

Delhi Campus
"Adhitam Kendra" B-18, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi – 110016
+91-11-41242415 / 16  ·  +91-11-46485535
+91-9999327601
Gurugram Campus
Plot No. 47, Sector-32, Gurugram – 122001, Haryana
www.fsm.ac.in

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