Great Lakes offers both 1-year PGPM and 2-year PGDM programs, with the Kellogg partnership applying in slightly different ways to each. The 1-year PGPM incorporates concentrated Kellogg module exposure; the 2-year PGDM has more gradual international content integration. Practically, the Kellogg branding applies to both equally in terms of marketing.
1-year PGPM Kellogg integration: - Compressed Kellogg module exposure: 3-4 select Kellogg modules during the 12-month program - International exposure: possible short immersion (1-2 weeks at Kellogg campus or partner B-school) - Faculty: 1-2 Kellogg faculty teaching concentrated visits - Brand branding on certification and LinkedIn
2-year PGDM Kellogg integration: - Gradual Kellogg module exposure: 5-7 modules spread across 24 months - More extensive international exposure: potential for exchange semester at Kellogg (if offered), longer international immersion programs - Faculty: regular Kellogg faculty rotations - Richer curriculum adoption of Kellogg materials
Practical differences: 1-year format has less time for Kellogg immersion depth. 2-year format allows deeper integration with the international partnership elements.
Cost implications: Both programs cost similar (Rs 20-21L), but 1-year saves Rs 10-15L in foregone salary. The Kellogg experience per year of fees is higher in 1-year PGPM.
Career outcomes by program: 1-year PGPM with Kellogg modules: same as standard 1-year PGPM placements (Rs 12-14 LPA). Kellogg branding slight benefit at recruiter screening. 2-year PGDM with Kellogg modules: same as standard 2-year placements (Rs 11-12 LPA). Kellogg branding similar benefit.
The Kellogg brand doesn't fundamentally differentiate placement outcomes between 1-year and 2-year. Both programs remain Tier-2 on aggregate metrics.
Choice between formats should not be driven by Kellogg partnership differentiation: - For 2-4 year experienced candidates: 1-year PGPM preferred - For freshers or 0-2 year experience: 2-year PGDM preferred - For Kellogg-specific ambitions: direct Kellogg application for full MBA or exec education
International immersion impact: 2-year PGDM students who participate in international immersion (Kellogg or partner campus) gain: - Cultural exposure and diverse peer interaction - CV differentiation for MNC roles - Short-term international experience signaling - Language or specific regional market knowledge
1-year PGPM students' international immersion is compressed but still valuable for branding.
Kellogg partnership in summary: - Real benefit: brand perception, curriculum quality, faculty exposure - Marginal benefit: placement outcomes (not transformed by partnership) - No direct benefit: Kellogg degree or US placement access (neither program provides these)
For aspirants: Choose between 1-year PGPM and 2-year PGDM based on pre-MBA experience and career goals. Don't prioritize Kellogg partnership depth in the decision — both programs offer similar partnership benefits.
If international career is genuine goal, consider: - Direct foreign MBA applications (Kellogg, Wharton, INSEAD, LBS, IESE) - ISB with its Wharton/Kellogg exchange programs - US short-term programs that can be pursued post-MBA
Great Lakes with Kellogg partnership is a moderate Indian MBA option with modest international flavor. Evaluate accordingly. Check your eligibility at collvera.com/eligibility