The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has introduced a two-year blended MBA programme in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, announced on Thursday. This innovative degree is tailored for working professionals and entrepreneurs seeking to merge advanced analytical and AI-driven skills with leadership, strategy, and management expertise. The programme addresses the urgent demand for managers who can bridge technical fluency with managerial competence as analytics and AI become central to enterprise competition and innovation. Delivered in a blended format, it combines live online learning with three on-campus modules at IIM Ahmedabad. The curriculum follows a three-term structure each year and includes case-based discussions, capstone projects, and action-learning assignments. Students can select from 20 electives covering areas like Predictive Analytics, Product Management, AI Ethics, and Supply Chain Digitisation. A flexible exit option with a Post Graduate Diploma is available after the first year.
Programme Design and Eligibility Criteria
The programme requires applicants to hold a Bachelor's degree, CA, CS, ICWA, CMA, or equivalent qualification in any discipline with at least 50 per cent aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognised university. Working professionals and entrepreneurs must have minimum work experience: either three years' full-time experience after a three-year graduation or two years' full-time experience after a four-year graduation, as on 31 March 2026. The blended format combines direct-to-device live learning with curated in-person sessions at IIM Ahmedabad, including three on-campus modules. Faculty guidance and peer interaction form integral components of the learning experience, ensuring rigorous academic standards.
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