The Deccan Education Society (DES), founded in 1884 by visionaries like Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Shri. Gopal Agarkar, Shri. Vishnushastri Chiplunkar, Shri. Mahadev Namjoshi and Shri. Vaman Apte, has played a pivotal role in India's intellectual and social renaissance. Established during the struggle for independence, DES has empowered individuals through education, fostering national pride and self-reliance. Its influence extends beyond academics to cultural, literary, and scientific advancements, shaping leaders and innovators who have driven India's development. Today, DES’s legacy of reform and progress continues to inspire future generations, guiding them toward excellence and a brighter future for India.
Established in 1974 as part of the Deccan Education Society (DES), the Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR®) is a pioneer in management education. Our AICTE-approved two-year PGDM program reflects DES’s vision of education for social transformation. With 52 years of excellence, IMDR® has developed business leaders, promoted management research, and built lasting industry partnerships. We also offer a PGDM for Working Professionals and a Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) for doctoral research, empowering students to thrive as ethical, innovative professionals.
AICTE Approved
NBA Accredited
MBA Equivalence by AIU
91.2%
Overall Placement Rate
14.71L
Highest Package
6.11L
Average Package
6.19L
Median Package
18L
Highest Package Offered
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
The PGDM course is thoughtfully designed as a comprehensive framework for our two-year full-time program, aimed at shaping future business leaders. It integrates a wide range of core management disciplines, balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application to prepare students for the demands of a dynamic business landscape. The curriculum emphasizes academic rigor, experiential learning, and industry relevance through hands-on projects, real-world case studies, and interactive sessions led by experienced faculty from academia and industry. Each course clearly outlines objectives, learning outcomes, assessment strategies, and essential readings, ensuring structured academic progression. Beyond technical proficiency, the program fosters leadership, ethical decision-making, and innovation, while also offering personal and professional growth through workshops, seminars, and networking opportunities. This course design equips learners with the skills, mind-set, and confidence to thrive in their management careers.