PGPEX-VLM Placements

About

The mission of the PGPEX-VLM is to develop future visionary leaders for the manufacturing sector in India so as to enhance the global competitiveness of our manufacturing sector.

Overview

PGPEX-VLM is a unique program that fulfills the current industry’s growing demand for techno-managerial leaders who shape the neo-industrial revolution. Laden with the latest management skills and cutting-edge technology knowledge, these vanguards are being readied for meeting the challenges offered by the new wave of business enterprises that thrive on information as they strive for the "Triple Bottom Line." The graduates of this program will be the change drivers, providing strategic impetus across various verticals such as Operations & Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Business Excellence, Digital Transformation, and World-Class Manufacturing.

This one-year, full-time residential program has a built-in manufacturing focus that helps participants appreciate an industry’s transformation in competitive times. Conducted jointly by three premier institutes of India— IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Madras— the course has been designed in consultation with industry leaders, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, and the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

Background

Since 1991, the Indian economy has progressively liberalized and integrated with the global economy. Recognizing the growth of the manufacturing sector as a key focus area, the Government of India identified a need for a critical mass of visionary leaders to guide the sector into a new era of excellence. Consequently, VLMP was developed by the National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, IITs, IIMs, and CII as a flagship program under the Indo-Japan Cooperation Agreement, signed in December 2006. The Government of Japan has also extended cooperation to facilitate the transfer of Japanese expertise and encourage visits to manufacturing centers of excellence in Japan, adding a global perspective to the program.

Since 2007, the program has successfully crafted an array of visionary leaders who have made significant contributions to the industry, upholding the core principles of the VLM community.

Unique Features of the Program

One-Year Full-Time Residential Program: A comprehensive one-year curriculum delivered in a residential format.
Joint Program: Offered by Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC), Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK), and Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), each contributing its specialized expertise in management education.
Engineering Degree Requirement: All participants must have an engineering degree.
Selective Admission: Selection is based on academic records, work experience, and performance in an Aptitude Test and Personal Interview conducted by faculty members from the three institutes.
Intensive Classroom Study: 36 weeks of classroom study, including lectures, case studies, tutorials, lab sessions, videos, individual and team assignments, and guest lectures from Japanese faculty, industry experts, and business leaders, totaling 1173 interaction hours.
Industry Visit: A one-week visit to Japan to study Best Manufacturing Practices under the aegis of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Balanced Curriculum: The program offers a balanced mix of theoretical inputs and practical training to develop leadership skills, enabling Indian companies to convert manufacturing into a competitive advantage.
Advanced Courses: Includes courses on Green Manufacturing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, and Internet of Things (IoT), along with ISO9001 Lead Auditor Training.
Targeted Recruitment: Attracts promising engineers from the manufacturing and allied sectors with potential for top management positions.
Leadership Development: Aims to develop leadership and management skills while providing an impetus for cutting-edge technology awareness and proficiency