Program Comparison

IIM Ahmedabad Blended MBA in Business Analytics & AI vs SPJIMR Blended Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Direct head-to-head comparison of curriculum, tuition fees, eligibility, time commitment, and alumni credentials between IIM Ahmedabad and SPJIMR.

Key Metrics

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1. Institution & Academic Standing
Awarding Institute
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)
S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
NIRF India Ranking
#1 (Management)
#20 (Management)
Global Accreditations
EQUIS
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS; AICTE recognition; Association of Indian Universities (AIU) recognition; NBA programme accreditations
Campus Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. Admissions & Eligibility
Work Experience Required
3yrs and above
Fresher (0-2yrs)
Academic Qualification
Graduate
Graduate
Selection Process
• Application submission: Submit the online application and required documents.
• Test submission or assessment: Submit CAT/GMAT/GRE score or take the IIMA Admission Test.
• Application review: Application screening and shortlisting based on academic and test performance.
• Personal interview: Attend a personal interview with an IIMA faculty panel.
• Selection decision: Final selection and offer of admission.
Selection evaluation considers analytical ability, academic background, quality of work experience, and potential for professional success.
Admission criteria
• Apply: Candidates must submit their application online through the TimesPro website along with the required details and documents.
• Shortlisting: All applications are reviewed by the SPJIMR Admissions Committee based on eligibility, academic background, and professional experience.
• Selection: Applications will be evaluated based on the applicant profile (educational qualifications, work experience and consolidated test scores).
Selection criteria
• Admission decisions consider academic qualifications (graduation and post-graduation, if any), work experience, and valid test scores.
• Valid test scores accepted include CAT (2025), XAT (2026), CMAT (2026), GMAT (2023 onwards) or SBAT (SPJIMR: Blended PGDM admission test). The complete test result document needs to be submitted with the application form.
3. Investment & Financing
Total Program Fee
₹21,00,000
₹8,00,000
0% EMI Availability
✓ Available (Education loan partners)
✓ Available (Education loan partners)
4. Learning Format & Commitment
Delivery Mode
Live Online & Campus Immersion
Live Online & Campus Immersion
Program Duration
2 Years
24 Months
Weekly Time Commitment
5–6 hours / week
5–6 hours / week
5. Credential & Alumni Status
Credential Awarded
Degree
Diploma
Official Alumni Status
✓ Official Executive Alumni Status
✓ Official Executive Alumni Status
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Editorial Recommendation & Verdict

Both IIM Ahmedabad Blended MBA in Business Analytics & AI and SPJIMR Blended Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) are premier management offerings designed for working executives. Consider your career level, budget, and desired credential when deciding:

Choose IIM Ahmedabad Blended MBA in Business Analytics & AI if:

You seek prestigious certification from IIM Ahmedabad with specialized focus in MBA Programs, compatible with a study pace of 2 Years.

Choose SPJIMR Blended Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) if:

You want targeted leadership capabilities from SPJIMR in MBA Programs, tailored for professionals meeting the Fresher (0-2yrs) profile.

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