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PGDM in Marketing Management

Programme Overview

The PGDM in Marketing Management at ISBR is designed to develop marketing professionals who can understand customers, build brands, drive growth and make data-led marketing decisions in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

Duration

2 Years (Full-Time)

Eligibility

Minimum 50% aggregate in Graduation (3/4 Year Full-time Bachelor’s Degree) in any stream from UGC approved University or equivalent (at least 45% marks, in case of Reserved Class category candidate & Minimum 60% aggregate score in 10+2/Class 12th and Minimum 60% aggregate score in Class 10th with English subject as one of the subjects.

And

Valid non-zero score in the following National Level Test conducted by an apex testing body CAT 2024, XAT 2025, NMAT 2024, GMAT, CMAT 2025, KMAT & PGCET.

Programme Objective

By attending and completing the requirements of the Programme, the participants will be able to:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of consumer behaviour, market research, branding and marketing strategy, enabling students to identify customer needs and translate insights into effective marketing decisions.

• Enable students to understand and apply AI, MarTech and emerging digital technologies to marketing strategy, customer engagement and marketing decision-making. The programme’s AI Anchor is AI in Marketing and Marketing Technology.

• Equip students with practical capabilities in performance marketing, digital analytics, social commerce, e-commerce, growth marketing and customer experience, enabling them to measure and optimise marketing performance.

• Develop the ability to formulate and execute integrated marketing strategies across B2B, B2C, international, digital and platform-based markets, while understanding competitive dynamics, pricing, sustainability and changing consumer behaviour.

Career Outcomes

Brand & Marketing Strategy

• Brand Manager

• Marketing Manager

• Brand Strategy Analyst

• Marketing Strategy Consultant

Digital & Performance Marketing

• Digital Marketing Manager

• Performance Marketing Manager

• Paid Media Specialist

• Digital Campaign Manager

Growth & Product Marketing

• Growth Marketing Manager

• Product Marketing Manager

• Go-to-Market Strategist

• Customer Acquisition Manager

Social, Creator & Content Economy

• Social Media Manager

• Influencer Marketing Manager

• Creator Partnerships Manager

• Content Marketing Strategist

B2B Marketing & Sales

• B2B Marketing Manager

• Business Development Manager

• Sales & Marketing Strategist

• Enterprise Sales Professional

Marketing Analytics & MarTech

• Marketing Data Analyst

• Marketing Technology Analyst

• Marketing Automation Specialist

• Digital Analytics Manager

Accreditations

Batch Profile 2024-2025

Male-Female Ratio

Academic Background

Sector-wise Work Experience

Programme Structure

Foundations and AI Literacy (23 credits)
CN Course Title CC
CORE-101 Business Economics and Market Strategy 3
CORE-102 Financial Accounting and Digital Reporting 3
CORE-103 Organizational Behavior and Leadership Science 3
CORE-104 Marketing Management and Consumer Science 3
CORE-105 Decision Science and Data Literacy 2
CORE-106 Entrepreneurship, Venture Design and Innovation 2
AI-101 Generative AI for Managers 2
Skill Based Courses
ABL-1 Applied Business Lab-1: Digital Fluency and Business Tools 2
SIG-COMM-1 Communication Block-1: Business Writing and Presentation Foundations 2
SIG-LL-1 Personal Leadership Lab-1: Self-Awareness and the Leadership Journey 1
Total Credits 23
Applied Management and Analytics (24 credits)
CN Course Title CC
CORE-201 Business Research and Digital Intelligence 3
CORE-202 People Analytics and Human Capital Strategy 3
CORE-203 Applied Macroeconomics and Geopolitical Risk 3
CORE-204 Quantitative Methods and Analytics Toolkit 3
CORE-205 Financial Management and Capital Strategy 2
CORE-206 Operations, Supply Chain and Sustainable Logistics 3
Skill Based Courses
ABL-2 Applied Business Lab-2: Business Simulation, Power BI and Prompt Engineering 2
SIG-COM-2 Communication Block-2: Persuasion, Data Story Telling and Business Pitch 2
SIG-LL-2 Personal Leadership Lab-2: Team Dynamics and Leading Others 1
Total Credits 24
Bridge, Strategy and Specialization Begins (24 credits)
CN Course Title CC
CORE-301 Business Law, Digital Regulations and Startup Compliance 3
CORE-302 Strategic Foundations 3
CORE-303 Sustainability, ESG, Ethics and Responsible Business 3
CORE-304 Negotiation, Influence and Deal-Making 3
AI-301 AI Strategy and the AI-Native Organisation 3
MKT-301 Specialization Elective-1 (Consumer Behavior and Market Research) 3
MKT-302 Specialization Elective-2 (Brand Management and Strategy) 3
Skill Based Courses
ABL-3 Applied Business Lab-3: Bangalore Immersion Week 2
SIG-LL-3 Personal Leadership Lab-3: Leading in Complexity and Completing Block 1 1
Total Credits 24
Specialization Deep Dive and Applied AI (25 credits)
CN Course Title CC
CORE-401 Commercial Acumen and P&L Ownership 2
SIG-LCP Live Company Project 3
Elective-3 3
Elective-4 3
Elective-5 3
Elective-6 3
Elective-7 3
Skill Based Courses
GIG-MOD Gig Economy and Future of Work Module 1
SIG-COM-3 Communication Block-3: Executive Presence & High Stakes Communication 3
SIG-LL-4 Personal Leadership Lab-4: Leading Under Pressure 1
Total Credits (22) + SIG SUM (3) 25
YEAR 2 Specialization Electives (Marketing Management)
MKT-401 Creator Economy, Influencer Marketing and Social Commerce 3
MKT-402 Performance Marketing and Digital Analytics 3
MKT-403 B2B Marketing and Enterprise Sales 3
MKT-404 Growth Marketing and Product Marketing 3
MKT-405 E-Commerce and Platform Marketing 3
MKT-406 Pricing Strategy and Revenue Management 3
MKT-407 Customer Experience Management 3
Advanced Specialization, AI Governance, Global Immersion (19 credits)
CN Course Title CC
AI-501 Responsible AI and AI Orchestration 3
SIG-GI Global Immersion 3
Elective-8 3
Elective-9 3
Elective-10 3
Skill Based Courses
SIG-PRT Placement Readiness Track 2
SIG-LL-5 Personal Leadership Lab Block 2: Leading Organizations & the Leadership Thesis 2
Total Credits 19
YEAR 2 Specialization Electives (Marketing Management)
MKT-501 AI in Marketing and Marketing Technology 3
MKT-502 Sustainability Marketing and ESG Branding 3
MKT-503 International Marketing and Cross-Cultural Consumer Behavior 3
Capstone, Strategy and Career Launch (12 credits)
CN Course Title CC
CORE-601 Strategic Management 3
SIG-CAP Integrated Capstone 4
Elective-11 3
Skill Based Courses
SIG-LL-6 Personal Leadership Lab Block 2: Leadership Thesis & Panel Defence (T6 award) 2
Total Credits 12
YEAR 2 Specialization Electives (Marketing Management)
MKT-601 Integrated Marketing Strategy and Competitive Dynamics 3

Placement Snapshot

₹ 17.20 LPA

Highest CTC

₹ 8 LPA

Average CTC

92%

Student Placed

450+

Recruiters

20+

Sectors

Domain Wise Offers

91%

HR

92%

Marketing

94%

Finance

93%

FinTech

90%

Operations

95%

Product Management

90%

Data Science

91%

Business Analytics

100%

Healthcare Management

Top Recruiters

Fees & Scholarship

Particulars Indian Nationals (INR) NRI and SAARC (INR) Foreign Nationals (USD) Payment Schedule
Registration Cost 50,000 50,000 1,000 Non-refundable. To be paid within 48 hours after accepting the admission offer
First Installment of Tuition Fee 3,50,000 3,50,000 5,000 Within 1 month from the date of acceptance of Provisional Admission Offer
Second Installment of Tuition Fee 3,50,000 3,50,000 5,000 17-Nov-26
Third Installment of Tuition Fee 3,50,000 3,50,000 5,000 16-May-27
Total Amount Payable 11,00,000 11,00,000 16,000

*Subject to change

Registration cost to be paid within 48 hours of accepting the Provisional Admission Offer

One Time Fee

  • Certification Course fee of Rs. 10,000/- to be paid before batch commencement
  • Alumni membership fee of Rs. 2,000/- and Convocation fee of Rs. 2,000/- to be paid before batch commencement
  • Fees can be paid using any of the following payment options:
    a) Demand Draft drawn in favour of “ISBR College ” payable at Bangalore
    b) Net banking or RTGS/NEFT
    c) Debit card/Credit card

Account details are as follows:

Bank Name: ICICI Bank
Account Name ISBR Business School
Account No: 1937 0100 0106
Branch Electronic City, Infosys Branch
Account Type: Savings
IFSC Code ICIC 000 0360
Branch Code 0360
SWIFT Code ICICINBBNRI
  • Examination fees is additional
  • The program offerings, delivery, recognition may vary based on the choice of the course/Fee structure
  • All expenses associated with travel abroad / industry visits within or outside India, if and when undertaken (expenses such as travel, VISA, accommodation, food and living, etc.,) will be additional and not included in the tuition fee. Such expenses shall be borne by the student
  • For refund details, refer the refund policy of the institute
  • By accepting the admission offer, You will acknowledge and agree to the admission policy of ISBR College

Hostel Fee Structure

Hostel Fee
Particulars Breakfast only plan All meals plan
Refundable Hostel Security Deposit (One Time) Rs.20,000 Rs.20,000
Double Occupancy
includes
Breakfast Only Plan:(twin sharing accomodation, breakfast, transport and basic amenities)
All meals Plan :(twin sharing accomodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, transport and basic amenities)
Rs.1,50,000 Rs.2,02,000
Single Occupancy
includes
Breakfast Only Plan:(Single room accommodation, breakfast, transport and basic amenities)
All meals Plan :(Single room accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, transport and basic amenities)
Rs.2,75,000 Rs.3,27,000

Account details are as follows:

Bank Name: Union Bank of India
Account Name ISBR
Account No: 51034 10006 68920
Branch ELECTRONIC CITY
Account Type: Current
IFSC Code UBIN 090 8371
Branch Code 08372
  • Hostel rooms are allotted on first come first serve basis
  • Hostel fee is for one academic year or till 31 May, 2026 whichever is earlier and should not be mistaken for calendar year
  • Hostel room can be reserved by paying refundable security deposit
  • Hostel fees includes food and accommodation and basic amenities as provided in the hostel
  • Hostel rooms are available on twin sharing basis with attached bathroom facility
  • Single occupancy rooms are subject to availability and on first come first serve basis
  • Hostel rooms are furnished with Cupboard, Bed, Mattress, Study table, Chair and TV
  • Vegetarian meals served – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • GST is levied as per the prevailing government norms
  • Fees can be paid using any of the following payment options:
    a. Demand Draft drawn in favour of “ISBR ” payable at Bangalore
    b. Net banking or RTGS/NEFT. Account details are as mentioned below
    c. Debit card/Credit card

ISBR offers a variety of scholarships for meritorious and deserving candidates who wish to pursue their Master’s at ISBR. Scholarships are offered as fee waivers upto 100% full ride.

Examination Scholarship Criteria Category Quantum of Scholarship Nos.
GMAT 700 or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
600 or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
580 or above 25% 25 Nos.
CAT 90 percentile or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
85 percentile or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
80 percentile or above 25% 25 Nos.
NMAT 290 score & above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
280 score & above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
220 score & above 25% 25 Nos.
XAT 90 percentile or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
85 percentile or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
80 percentile or above 25% 25 Nos.
MAT 750 score or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
725 score or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
700 score or above 25% 25 Nos.
CMAT 340 score or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
320 score or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
300 score or above 25% 25 Nos.
ISBR Aptitude Test 90 score or above Merit / Industry Sponsored 100% Full Ride 5 Nos.
85 score or above 50% Waiver in Tuition Fee 20 Nos.
80 score or above 25% 25 Nos.

Category-Based Scholarships

Scholarship Criteria Category Quantum of Scholarship Nos.
National Level Player
Year of participation considered: 2023 and later (With an academic consistency of a minimum of 75% in Class X, XII and graduation and should have cleared in single attempt)
Sports 25% 5 Nos.
Awarded for domiciles of the state of Karnataka on meeting the below requirements:
a. 70% marks in Class X, XII and Graduation
b. A high score in recognized entrance test or ISBR Aptitude test
c. Performance in ISBR's admission selection process
Domicile Scholarship Upto 25% 5 Nos.
Awarded to meritorious candidates from a weaker economic family background considered for award of 'Need Based Scholarship'. Need Based Scholarship Upto 25% 5 Nos.

Students Speak

Riya Agrahari

Khushi Utreja

Garima

Faculty Speak

Dr. R.Narasimhan

Dean, ISBR Bangalore

Prof. Amit Kanchanbaras

Director, Career Advancement and Corporate Engagement

Dr. Anand Agrawal

Contact for Admissions

Ms.Kavitha Madhusudan
Phone: 080-4081 9500
Mobile: (0) 93417 33331
Email: directoradmissions@isbr.in

ISBR Business School
# 107, Near INFOSYS, Behind BSNL Telephone
Exchange,
Electronic City – Phase I,
Bangalore – 560 100

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