Everything You Need to Know About IIM Kozhikode One Year Diploma in Management

The IIM Kozhikode One Year Diploma in Management (DiM) offered by IIM Kozhikode is gaining popularity among professionals seeking an executive education option that is shorter than an MBA, but more comprehensive than a certificate.

Here’s a breakdown of what this programme offers — and whether it’s the right fit for your career goals.

Key Features of the IIMK DiM

• Duration: 12 months

• Mode: Hybrid (Online + 2 On-Campus Immersions)

• Credits: 40 academic credits

• Capstone Project: Yes

• Optional International Immersion: Yes

• Alumni Status: Executive alumni of IIMK

Eligibility & Selection

• Education: Graduation with 50% or Diploma with 60%

• Experience: Minimum 3 years by April 2025

• Process: Application → DMAT (aptitude test) → Interview

Application Deadline: April 10, 2025 Programme Start: May 19, 2025

Fee & Financial Support

• Total Programme Fee: ₹7,60,000 + GST

• Paid in 3 equal installments

• Includes tuition, campus immersion lodging

• Loans available from NBFCs & partner banks

Who Should Apply?

• Working professionals aiming to shift into general management roles

• Entrepreneurs scaling operations or raising funds

• Tech professionals seeking leadership exposure

• Domain experts (finance, operations, HR) transitioning to cross-functional leadership

Comparison: IIMK DiM vs. ISB PGPpro vs. ISB PGP vs. IIM Executive MBA

Feature	IIMK DiM	ISB PGPpro	ISB PGP	IIM Executive MBA (PGPX/EPGP/MBAEx)
Credential	Diploma in Management	Post Graduate Programme for Working Professionals	MBA (Post Graduate Programme in Management)	MBA Degree
Duration	12 months	16 months	12 months	12 months
Mode	Hybrid (Online + 2 Campus Visits)	Hybrid (Weekend + Campus Modules)	Full-time, Residential	Full-time, Residential
Work Experience Required	3+ years	5–12 years	2–12 years	5–15 years
Target Audience	Mid-level professionals, entrepreneurs, digital transformation leaders	Working professionals seeking leadership transition without quitting job	Early career or mid-career professionals	Senior professionals seeking career acceleration
Alumni Status	Executive Alumni (IIMK)	Full Alumni (ISB)	Full Alumni (ISB)	Full Alumni (IIM A/B/C/I/K/L)
Capstone Project	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
International Immersion	Optional (Self-financed)	Optional	Optional	Often included (Varies)
Programme Fee	₹7.6 Lakhs + GST	₹30–35 Lakhs	₹41–43 Lakhs	₹22–32 Lakhs
Admission Test	IIMK DMAT	ISB Admissions Test / GMAT / GRE	GMAT / GRE	GMAT / GRE
Campus Requirement	2 visits (5 days each)	5–6 week-long residencies	Full-time	Full-time (12 months residential)
Admission Rounds	1 round (Deadline: April 10, 2025)	3–4 rounds annually	3 rounds	2–3 rounds (Varies by IIM)
Ideal For	Career upskilling, mid-career growth	Leadership without career break	Career switch, international goals	C-suite/GM track, strategic pivot

Is This Your Best Fit?

If you're early in your leadership journey or want an IIM credential without leaving your job, the DiM is a strong alternative to a full-time MBA.

Need profile feedback or application support? Contact IIM Admit Mentors to evaluate your fit for DiM or other IIM executive programmes.