Key Takeaways

  • IIM Calcutta has proposed an AI-first online MBA for working professionals and eligible graduates.
  • Successful candidates will receive a full MBA degree along with official IIM Calcutta alumni status.
  • The programme awaits Academic Council approval, with admission and fee details to be announced later.

Quick Facts

  • AI-first online MBA proposed
  • Full MBA degree awarded
  • Alumni status included
  • CAT, GMAT, GRE accepted

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta has announced plans to introduce an AI-first Online MBA, aimed at working professionals seeking to upgrade their management skills without leaving their jobs. The proposed programme is designed to integrate artificial intelligence across the curriculum, equipping learners with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly technology-driven business environment.

According to the institute, students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded a full MBA degree and receive IIM Calcutta alumni status, placing the qualification on par with the institute’s other MBA offerings. The programme is expected to follow a blended learning model, combining online classes with periodic campus immersion sessions to enhance academic engagement and networking opportunities.

The proposed MBA is currently awaiting approval from IIM Calcutta’s Academic Council. Once approved, the institute will announce details regarding admissions, programme fees and the application schedule.

Who can apply?

The programme is intended primarily for working professionals, although eligible graduates will also be able to apply. Admissions are expected to consider recognised entrance examination scores such as CAT, GMAT and GRE, along with other criteria to be notified by the institute.

What makes the programme different?

Unlike conventional online management courses, the AI-first MBA embeds artificial intelligence into core business subjects, enabling learners to understand how AI can support decision-making, strategy, finance, marketing and operations. The initiative reflects the growing demand for management professionals with strong AI capabilities across industries.