Indian Institute of Management Lucknow has announced the launch of its Blended Master of Business Administration (bMBA) program, designed specifically for working professionals and entrepreneurs aiming to accelerate their career growth. This two-year program will empower the working professionals with advanced management knowledge, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities, delivered through an adaptable learning module designed to fit into their professional schedules.
The “blended” format of the program will combine online and in-person modules, offering participants the flexibility to learn remotely while benefiting from immersive campus interactions that enrich their learning experience.
Divided into six terms, the program will offer a mix of compulsory foundational courses in the first year and elective courses in the second year. The elective courses will include Strategy, Finance, Marketing, ITS, Operations and Supply chain management, and HR, aligned with IIM Lucknow’s flagship post graduate program. Additionally, a Capstone project will also be a part of the curriculum to provide participants with a hands-on opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early and ensure they meet all the eligibility requirements.
- Application open date:11th July 2025
- Application close date: 18thAugust 2025
- Online Interviews: 1stto 3rd September 2025
- Program starts:25th September 2025
For more information and application submission, applicants can visit office website: https://www.iiml.ac.in/programmes/bmba
Speaking about the importance of launching bMBA program, Prof. Sanjay Singh, Dean (Programme), IIM Lucknow, said, “This innovative initiative reaffirms our commitment to making high-quality management education accessible, adaptable, and aligned with the dynamic needs of today’s business leaders. We look forward to welcoming a diverse cohort, including professionals from India and neighbouring countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka, to this unique learning journey at IIM Lucknow.”
Eligibility criteria and Admission Process
Reflecting IIM Lucknow’s commitment to nurturing leaders who can navigate complexity with agility and foresight, the program is designed for ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their leadership and managerial capabilities. The eligibility requirements include:
- Minimum of three years of full-time work experience after graduation
- Candidate must be at least 24 years old
- Minimum of 15 years of formal education (10 + 2 + 3 or 4 system)
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.
Additionally, candidates with any one of the following qualifications are also eligible to apply for the program:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI
- Company Secretary (CS) from ICSI
- Cost and Management Accountant (ICWA/CMA) from ICAI
- Foreign degree equivalents must be recognised by AIU (Association of Indian Universities)
Candidate shortlisting will be done by the Institute based on their academic profile, test scores, and work experience. This will be followed by an online interview of the shortlisted candidates for final selection.
