Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Management

The Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Management designed by TAPMI Centre for Executive Learning aims at delivering multi-disciplinary and multi-sectoral management learning in an applied context. This 100% online programme will enable participants to fast-track their managerial careers and grow to leadership positions by covering current challenges, opportunities and practices in management, and delivering integrated learning for participants. Learners are offered 3 industry- oriented specialisations- Capital Markets, Marketing, and Business Analytics and AI - through which they will gain critical perspectives to make effective managerial decisions, all without taking a break or quitting their jobs.

Duration40 weeks | 7.5 hours/ week

FeeINR 1,80,000 (all inclusive)

Duration40 weeks | 7.5 hours/ week

FeeINR 1,80,000 (all inclusive)

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

100% online programme

Multi-disciplinary, multi-sectoral approach

Live virtual classes

Experienced faculty

Interactive and applied learning

Enhanced digital platform

Strong alumni community

3 career oriented specialisations

ABOUT TAPMI

The student city of Manipal, Karnataka plays host to the T A Pai Management Institute, fondly known as TAPMI. Established in 1980, TAPMI is one among the 18 institutes in India and 5% of the top business schools worldwide to have been accredited with the illustrious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation, the oldest and toughest accreditation in the world of business education. It is also one of 8 institutions in India to have both the AACSB as well as Association of MBAs (AMBA) accreditation.

We take pride in the academic rigor and relevance practised at TAPMI. We imbibe thorough business knowledge in students, making them business-ready right from the first day. We also believe in the power of experiential learning, one of the pillars of education at TAPMI. Every element in our action-based and outcome-centric curriculum is geared toward teaching students through real experiences. Case study-based lessons, simulation games, Management in Practice (MIP), BrandScan and our Exchange Programmes are a few engagements that take students beyond the four walls of the classroom and instil leadership qualities that in turn enable the students to tackle business challenges head-on.

Named after our founder, Shri. T.A. Pai, TAPMI was established with a vision of creating responsible business leaders, leaders who dream and achieve with a resolve to make a difference. This is what we seek to create.

THE TAPMI ADVANTAGE

TAPMI is not just a B-school, it is a centre of business excellence with over 30 years of experience in academics, research, and executive education. TAPMI’s Executive Education course was introduced with the aim of improving management practice in the industry. It enables managers to develop capabilities to transform themselves and their companies.

TAPMI has been able to stand out for various reasons- ranging from quality of education and academic rigour to its world-class pedagogy and numerous accreditations.

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EMPOWERING YOU TO SUCCEED

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Varied experiences, enabling industry integration and cross fertilisation of ideas
Understanding of the interface of business with technology & analytics
Upskilling, that is sharply aligned with professional requirements and priorities
Better understanding of the self and renewed commitment towards personal development
Enhanced problem-solving, managerial, communication and leadership skills
Specialised knowledge and skills pertaining to the chosen electives

PROGRAMME BENEFITS

Flexible programme design, weekend course delivery
Mentorship
Career oriented specialisations
Career advancement opportunities
Opens doors to leadership roles
Increased earning potential

ROLES YOU CAN EXPLORE

Marketing Manager
Product Manager
Brand Manager
Sales Manager
Finance Manager
Financial Analyst
Cost Accounting Manager
Equity Research Analyst
Senior Risk Manager
IT Manager
Risk Analyst
Business Analyst
Data Architect
Senior Data Scientist

PROGRAMME ELIGIBILITY

Graduates from recognised universities

with minimum 50 % marks.

Minimum 1 year of Industry

experience from reputed companies.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

This programme is most suited for professionals looking to-

Integrate job roles and classroom learning in real time
Get customised inputs on personal growth and career development
Specialise in Capital Markets, Marketing, and Business Analytics and AI

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

TERM 1

Persuasive Communication
Managing People & Teams
Accounting For Managers
Statistics for Managerial Decisions

TERM 2

Economics for Managers
Effective Marketing Strategies
Financial Management
Managing Operations

TERM 3

IT Applications for Business
Corporate Strategy
Transformational Leadership
Research for Business Insights

TERM 4

Design Thinking for Innovation
Platform Business Models
Spreadsheets for Decision Making
Analytics for Business Insights

TERM 5

Personal Growth & Career Development
Marketing
Capital Markets
Business Analytics and AI

Marketing

Product & Brand Management
Digital Marketing
Marketing Analytics

Capital Markets

Corporate Finance
Investment Management
FinTech – Innovations & Transformation

Business Analytics and AI

AI & ML for Business
Data visualisation with Tableau
Python for Business Applications

TERM 1

Persuasive Communication
Managing People & Teams
Accounting For Managers
Statistics for Managerial Decisions

TERM 2

Economics for Managers
Effective Marketing Strategies
Financial Management
Managing Operations

TERM 3

IT Applications for Business
Corporate Strategy
Transformational Leadership
Research for Business Insights

TERM 4

Design Thinking for Innovation
Platform Business Models
Spreadsheets for Decision Making
Analytics for Business Insights

TERM 5

Personal Growth & Career Development
Marketing
Capital Markets
Business Analytics and AI

Marketing

Product & Brand Management
Digital Marketing
Marketing Analytics

Capital Markets

Corporate Finance
Investment Management
FinTech – Innovations & Transformation

Business Analytics and AI

AI & ML for Business
Data visualisation with Tableau
Python for Business Applications

*Subject to changes

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SAMPLE CERTIFICATE

TAPMI's online degrees and certificates are widely accepted by governments, corporate organisations, and higher education institutions for jobs, higher education, and future prospects.

HEAR FROM OUR LEARNERS

The best thing about pursuing this programme offered by TAPMI was definitely the lecturers and the quality of their lectures. The weekend schedule allowed me to fulfil my responsibilities at work alongside a rigorous course load. The small class size coupled with rich discussions and use of technology helped me assimilate knowledge better. The entire programme was very well-designed and has added tremendous value to my long-term career aspirations.

Dr Kirthinath Ballal
Chief Administrative Medical Officer
Dr TMA Pai Rotary Hospital, Karkala
When I first saw the online brochure, I couldn’t believe my eyes. It has been my dream to study at TAPMI, and I saw this as the perfect opportunity to pursue the Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Management. The flexibility of attending the sessions from the virtual classrooms anywhere across India, as well as the weekend schedule, made it even more convenient. Learning from professors of one of the leading B-Schools in India has been instrumental in gaining in-depth perspectives on management through the eight modules offered across various subjects. Additionally, the contribution during the class discussion by fellow classmates from diverse backgrounds has enriched the experience.

Sonal Nayak
Visiting Faculty, Manipal Institute of Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal
Being a Software Developer in the IT Industry, I had limited exposure to the business world. This course has provided me a boarder vision. TAPMI has structured this course very well. Lecturers are experts in their domains and are dedicated and friendly. They make sure that the classes are interactive. Periodic assessments were organized through quizzes, assignments and end-term tests.

Sahana Bhat
Senior Developer
Cognizant Technology Solutions

The best thing about pursuing this programme offered by TAPMI was definitely the lecturers and the quality of their lectures. The weekend schedule allowed me to fulfil my responsibilities at work alongside a rigorous course load. The small class size coupled with rich discussions and use of technology helped me assimilate knowledge better. The entire programme was very well-designed and has added tremendous value to my long-term career aspirations.

When I first saw the online brochure, I couldn’t believe my eyes. It has been my dream to study at TAPMI, and I saw this as the perfect opportunity to pursue the Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Management. The flexibility of attending the sessions from the virtual classrooms anywhere across India, as well as the weekend schedule, made it even more convenient. Learning from professors of one of the leading B-Schools in India has been instrumental in gaining in-depth perspectives on management through the eight modules offered across various subjects. Additionally, the contribution during the class discussion by fellow classmates from diverse backgrounds has enriched the experience.

Being a Software Developer in the IT Industry, I had limited exposure to the business world. This course has provided me a boarder vision. TAPMI has structured this course very well. Lecturers are experts in their domains and are dedicated and friendly. They make sure that the classes are interactive. Periodic assessments were organized through quizzes, assignments and end-term tests.

MEET OUR FACULTY

Prof. Jeevan J Arakal

Associate Professor, Chairperson – Branding & PR, Chair – Executive Education Programmes and VEL

Prof. Arakal is an economics graduate from Kerala University. An alumnus of XIMB, he completed his Ph.D. from SJMSOM-IIT Bombay. Prof. Arakal has worked for about twelve years in development and academic institutions. Prof. Arakal has also served as a consultant to clients like Vedanta Foundation, Nalco Foundation, Small Farmers' Agribusiness Consortium, South Odisha Development Initiative (SODI) and Udoygini in the past. He teaches Brand Management, Sales & Distribution Management, Rural Marketing and Marketing Management.

Prof. Mukta Srivastava

Associate Professor, Co-chair – Marketing Management Area & Co-chair – Executive Education Programmes and VEL

Prof. Srivastava is a gold medallist in MBA and qualified NET in Management. She has more than 13 years of academic and research experience. She serves as a reviewer for various ABDC listed journals including Marketing Intelligence & Planning (ABDC-A), International Journal of Consumer Studies (ABDC-A), and the Asia Pacific Journal of Marketing and Logistics (ABDC-B). She teaches Services Marketing, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Management, Business Research Methods, and Marketing Research.

Prof. Gurudutt S Nayak

Associate Professor, Chairperson – PGP

Prof. Gurudutt Nayak has been an active mentor for New Age Incubation Network IT projects under the initiative of KBITS, Govt. of Karnataka. He teaches IT for Business, IT Consulting, Enterprise Resource Planning, Services IT, and Entrepreneurship

Prof. Happy Paul

Associate Professor & Associate Dean (Academics)

Prof. Happy Paul earned a Ph.D. in Organisational Behaviour from IIT Roorkee. He has over eight years of experience in academia. Before joining TAPMI, he worked as Assistant Professor at Graphic Era Deemed University, Dehradun. He teaches Individual and Group Dynamics, Organisational Structure and Design, Organisational Behavior, Human Resource Management, Learning and Development, and Leadership Assessment.

Prof. Ishwar Haritas

Associate Professor, Chairman – TAPMI Center for Inclusive Growth and Competitiveness & Area Chair – Strategy and General Management Area

In a career spanning over 15 years, Prof. Haritas has worked in industry, not-for-profit organisations, and inter-governmental agencies, in over 15 countries, across three continents, on scores of strategy design and execution projects / programmes. He teaches Business and Corporate Strategy, International Business.

Prof. Abhishek Kumar Rohit

Associate Professor & Co-Chair MBA-BKFS

Abhishek Kumar Rohit is a fellow of the Indian Institute of Management Raipur in the area of Economics and Business Environment. His thesis is titled “Degree of Openness, International Monetary Transmission and Spillovers”. He holds an MBA in Finance and has served Punjab National Bank for three years in a managerial cadre. He teaches Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Business Environment, International Finance, and Econometrics.

Prof. Aditya Jadhav Mohan

Professor & Associate Dean – TAPMI Bengaluru

Aditya Mohan Jadhav runs training programmes in the areas of Project Appraisal, Project Finance, Social Cost-Benefit Analysis, etc. for middle-level managers from Indian Railways, Intelligroup Ltd., Progress Software, ICICI Bank, National Stock Exchange, and others. He is a reviewer for Economic and Political Weekly and Tata McGraw Hill Ltd., and Tally Solutions Ltd., Bangalore. He teaches Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Project Finance, and Investment Finance.

Prof. Meera L. B. Aranha

Professor & Chairperson – MBA-BKFS

Dr. Meera is a dedicated banker with 30 years of experience in credit/ treasury/audit/legal/ recovery facets of banking. She retired as General Manager from Karnataka Bank Ltd after serving for 30 years in various capacities. She teaches Banking Finance, Risk & Compliance, and Audit & Legal Implications.

Prof. Srinivasan R Tatachari

Professor & Chair – HR, Organisational Behaviour & Communications Area

Srinivasan has a combined work experience of around 26 years in industry and academia. He has completed MBA (PGSEM) from IIM Bangalore. After earning a Ph.D., Prof. Tatachari took on an academic avatar with a passion to continue his research dreams and teach future leaders on the way. He teaches Organisational Learning and Knowledge Management, Social Identity Approach, HRM in the IT industry, Creativity, and Women in Organisations.

Prof. Vrishali N Bhat

Associate Professor & Chairperson – MBA-Programme

Vrishali Bhat has a Postgraduate degree in Commerce from Pune University. She is an Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and has also completed the Intermediate Level of the Company Secretary course conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. She is also a qualified Mutual Fund and Insurance Advisor. She teaches Financial Management, Management Accounting, Corporate Laws, Security Analysis, Financial Planning, and Portfolio Management.

FAQs

What is virtual learning?

Programmes delivered in a device-to-device mode in a virtual learning environment are termed "virtual learning" programmes. An interactive live classroom environment is created for the participants, and the rigor and engagement of the classroom environment are replicated in a high-quality technology-enabled learning platform. Virtual learning provides an opportunity for working professionals to study without taking a break from their careers.

Can I start this course anytime?

While you cannot start the course anytime, you can choose your own time to study and interact with faculty and go through the course content.

How many hours do I need to spend on this programme?

Learners will need to spend around 7.5 hours/ week, for a period of 40 weeks to complete this programme. We recommend attendance of 75% per course in the programme.

Is the programme completely virtual?

Yes, the entire programme is delivered through online platforms. The experience is seamless with a digital whiteboard, hand raise for dynamic participation, and chat options for unobtrusive queries, when required.

What is the deadline for enrolment?

For details regarding the deadline, please visit our website

Who should do this programme?

Those who want to specialise in Capital Markets, Marketing, and Business Analytics and AI
Those seeking customised inputs on personal growth and career development
Professionals looking for real-time integration of job roles and classroom learning

Do I get a certificate for this programme?

Yes, you will receive a “Postgraduate Certificate in Management” by TAPMI, a constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE).

Do you provide placement with this programme?

At present, TAPMI is not providing support for placement for this programme as it aims at working professionals.

Is this programme accredited?

No, since this is a certificate programme, it is not an accredited programme.

How is the programme delivered?

Lectures will be delivered through an appropriate online platform like Zoom or Microsoft Teams
Learners can attend the sessions using a laptop/ mobile at your convenience in your city
Classes will be scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays
There will be 5 sessions per week, every session will run for 90 minutes
Multiple assessment modes will be used to test and facilitate learning
Participants will be provided with e-books and reading material for each course

What are the benefits of this programme?

Flexibility in programme design, and weekend course delivery
Learn while you earn
Career-oriented specialisations
Strong application-based and integrated learning through diverse functional courses
Diverse cohort with varied experiences, enabling industry integration and cross-fertilisation of ideas
Understanding the interface of the business with technology and analytics

If I am unable to attend classes regularly, can I directly connect with the faculty?

The recommended attendance per course is 75%. Session recordings will be available for all programme participants who cannot attend a session or for those who wish to revisit them.

Who is eligible for this programme?

Graduates from recognised universities with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate score
Minimum 1 year of industry experience from reputed companies

Will I be able to access classes when I am travelling?

You can access and attend classes while you are travelling. However, we do not recommend this option. As mentioned earlier, recordings of all classroom sessions will be available to all programme participants.

Can I take up classes while I am abroad?

Yes, if you have an internet connection and the time zone is convenient for you.

If I decide to discontinue the programme due to an emergency, will I get a refund?

No. You will not be refunded. However, we will try and accommodate you in future batches, if any. Please contact our course coordinators for more details.

If I face any technical issues, will the classes be repeated for me?

Though technical issues are uncommon, recorded sessions will be available for you to revisit in case you face an issue during live sessions.

What is the programme fee?

The programme fee is INR 1,80,000 (all inclusive). You can pay the amount in three instalments.

What is the selection process?

Interested candidates must apply online by paying the application fee of INR 1500. Based on the details submitted, a profile-based selection will be conducted. Selected candidates will be intimated via email.

How is PGCP in Management different from an MBA/ PGDBM?

Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Management lays emphasis on experiential learning. The biggest beneficiaries of PGCP in Management will be professionals who are looking at growing into general management roles. The programme enables you to -

SHARPEN your management skills with high-quality inputs on functional areas, analytics & decision making, and personal growth
LEVERAGE classroom learnings and assignments by applying learnings at the workplace
ADDRESS gaps in knowledge and skills for better job effectiveness
ENHANCE career growth opportunities in high growth industries like -e-commerce, FinTech, Digital Marketing, and Data Science & Analytics

How is the programme delivered? Is it a correspondence course?

This is NOT a correspondence programme. The programme is offered through live online sessions, where you interact with the faculty in real-time. It is a synchronous process; however, all classroom recordings will be shared with programme participants.

How do virtual programme differ from traditional programmes?

Virtual learning programmes are as rigorous as traditional classes. All features of traditional classes, such as class participation, homework, group collaboration, and testing to name a few, are available in this technology-enabled environment as well.

In between the programme, if a learner is transferred or gets a job abroad, can he complete the course from there?

The course is conducted online and can be attended from any place that has a stable internet connection.

Is the prospectus available online? Where can I collect it from?

Yes, you can download the brochure here

What are the documents required to apply for this course?

The documents required are - copies of your graduation or degree certificate along with a copy of the transcript, a letter from the employer justifying your relevant work experience (wherever applicable), along with a registration fee of INR 1500/- (non-refundable).

Will there be an interview/ test for admission to this course?

There is no interview or entrance test for the selection of candidates.

How are results declared?

Our counsellors will get in touch with you, and the selected candidates will receive emails. The offer via email is provisional and is subject to subsequent verification of professional credentials and the payment of fees within the stipulated deadlines.

What is the minimum attendance required?

The minimum attendance required is 75%.

Can I take a break?

The programme has a defined start and finish date. A grace period of one month is given for the completion of course-related formalities.

When can I select my elective?

Elective selection would happen at the end of Term-1. Students would be asked to give their first and second preferences and be allotted according to their preferences and demand. In case there are less than 20 students for one elective, that elective will not be offered.

Is the project work to be done after or during the course duration?

Project work needs to be completed within the course duration and within the time frame specified in the programme. As mentioned above, a month’s grace period is given for the completion of all evaluation components except the end-term examination. In case a participant misses the end-term examination, an application for re-examination must be submitted. Candidates can take the re-exam upon payment of the examination fees.

How is the assessment and grading done for an individual at the end of the session?

A student is assessed on her/his performance in quizzes followed by individual or group assignments like case analysis, and projects given to them from time to time. Every course also has an end-term examination which is an individual component. Accordingly, grades are awarded as prescribed in the programme outline.

Would the course material given by TAPMI suffice, or do learners have to refer to other books for successful completion of the programme?

The course material supplied by TAPMI is sufficient. For extra or additional information, one may refer to other books online or visit any library.

How do we communicate with the faculty outside of classroom timings?

You can directly email the faculty for course-related queries. Discussions forums are also a useful way to clear doubts.

Are graduates running their own businesses eligible for this programme?

Yes, they are eligible provided they present the appropriate professional credentials.

How can I contact TAPMI if I have any queries/questions regarding the course?

You can send an email to info@tapmi.onlinemanipal.com or call us at +91 7406 637 637 / 7406 613 613.