Offered by Indian Institute of Management Nagpur
A six-month live online Project Management certificate from IIM Nagpur with a two-day campus immersion — designed for professionals (min. 1 year experience) to master project delivery, Agile/SCRUM tools, financials, risk and stakeholder leadership.
Indian Institute of Management Nagpur
This six-month executive programme combines live weekend Direct-to-Device sessions with a two-day on-campus immersion at IIM Nagpur to build a project manager’s mindset for working professionals. The curriculum spans the full project life cycle — selection, planning, execution, monitoring and close-out — and emphasises practical application through case studies, simulations and live participant cases.
Participants gain hands-on exposure to modern methodologies and tools (Agile, SCRUM, JIRA, Asana), core financial techniques (NPV, IRR, cash flow), and frameworks for risk, quality, contract and stakeholder management. The programme is delivered by IIM Nagpur faculty and culminates in a Certificate of Completion and IIM Nagpur Executive Education alumni status for successful participants.
Key highlights and core differentiators that set this program apart.
Live weekend D2D classes that fit working schedules
Two-day on-campus immersion at IIM Nagpur
IIM Nagpur Executive Education Alumni status on completion
Hands-on training in Agile, SCRUM, JIRA and industry tools
35 complimentary PDU hours to support PMI certification
Core capabilities, strategic skills, and managerial frameworks you will acquire.
Essential delivery mode, timeline, and candidate eligibility at a glance.
Comprehensive breakdown of course modules, masterclasses, and hands-on projects.
Format, class schedules, campus immersion details, and evaluation criteria.
Saturday · 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM · Weekly (weekend) · Direct-to-Device live sessions (IST)
One Immersion. Two Days. A Transformative Experience.
Toward the end of the programme, you will participate in a two-day on-campus immersion at IIM Nagpur. This focused experience is designed to solidify your online learning, providing a unique opportunity to connect with your peers and faculty, apply your skills, and reflect on your growth as a project leader.
Each immersion bridges theory with practice, emphasising:
Practical Application through hands-on project simulations
Strategic Project Leadership for real-world impact
Collaborative Problem-Solving with a diverse peer group
Direct Engagement with the programme leadership team Beyond the curriculum, the immersion is about the experience:
Build lasting networks with professionals from various industries.
Share perspectives that broaden your project management outlook.
Engage directly with IIM Nagpur faculty for deeper clarity.
Reflect on your journey and sharpen your skills for the challenges ahead. This on-campus experience enriches your learning, turning conceptual knowledge into practical confidence and equipping you to return to work with a renewed vision and a powerful professional network.
Eligibility criteria, work experience requirements, and admission steps.
Graduates gain official alumni recognition and lifetime networking privileges.
Key application deadlines, batch commencement dates, and intake schedules.
| Application Deadline | 1 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Programme Start Date | 27 February 2027 — Programme start date |
| On-campus immersion | Towards end of programme (two days) — Subject to conditions; may be converted to online sessions if not possible |
Campus immersion (two days) is scheduled towards the end of the programme; if on-campus module cannot be confirmed due to unforeseen conditions (e.g., pandemic), the sessions will be included in total online sessions.
Tuition fees, flexible installment schedules, and available financing options.
| Fee or instalment | Amount | Due date / terms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing fees | ₹10,000 | At time of application | Includes ₹2,500 application fee (non-refundable) and ₹7,500 tuition fee (refundable if profile rejected by IIM Nagpur). GST additional as applicable. |
| Instalment I - Application/Preliminary | ₹10,000 | At the time of Application | Includes application payment (₹2,500 non-refundable). |
| Instalment I - After offer | ₹62,500 | Within 7 days from issue of offer letter | GST additional as applicable. |
| Instalment II | ₹85,000 | 10th April, 2027 | GST additional as applicable. |
| Total Course Fee (excluding application fee) | ₹1,55,000 | — | GST additional as applicable. |
- Total programme fee: ₹1,55,000 (GST additional as applicable). - Processing fee: ₹10,000 (includes ₹2,500 application fee and ₹7,500 tuition fee). ₹7,500 tuition portion refunded if participant's profile is rejected by IIM Nagpur.
Common queries about the program, admissions, curriculum, and policies.
This is a six-month professional development programme designed by IIM Nagpur for working professionals. It aims to equip participants with a project manager's mindset and expertise in modern project management techniques through live online classes and a two-day campus immersion.
The programme requires a Diploma (10+2+3), Bachelor’s Degree, or a two-year Master’s Degree from a recognized university. A minimum of one year of work experience post-completion of the qualifying education is also necessary.
This programme is ideal for professionals across any domain, including Management, Operations, IT, Finance, and HR, who want to enhance their career in project management. It's suitable for those looking to move into project-centric roles or formalize their existing skills with a prestigious certification.
The programme is delivered in a Direct-to-Device (D2D) format. There will be two live online sessions held each Saturday evening, making it convenient for working professionals.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the programme's evaluation criteria and meet the 75% attendance requirement will be awarded a "Certificate of Completion" from IIM Nagpur.
Yes, upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be accorded IIM Nagpur Alumni status, granting them access to an exclusive professional network.
Yes, there is a mandatory two-day on-campus immersion module at IIM Nagpur scheduled towards the end of the programme. This provides an opportunity for in-person networking, simulations, and interaction with faculty.
The total programme fee is ₹1,55,000 + GST. This does not include the initial application fee. The fee can be paid in instalments.
Evaluation is based on a combination of assignments, online exams, written tests, projects, quizzes, and class participation, as decided by the faculty.
Yes, the programme includes 35 free hours of training to earn Professional Development Units (PDUs), which fulfil the eligibility criteria for the globally recognized PMI (Project Management Institute) certification exam.
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About the primary institute
The Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM Nagpur) is a public business school established in 2015 under the mentorship of IIM Ahmedabad. Created as one of the new-generation IIMs, it has quickly developed a robust portfolio of postgraduate, doctoral and executive programmes, a growing research footprint and dedicated centres of excellence focused on areas such as logistics, governance, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship.
Located on a 132-acre suburban campus in the MIHAN (Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur) economic zone, IIM Nagpur combines modern academic infrastructure with immersive industry engagement. The institute holds Institute of National Importance status under the IIM Act, is an AACSB member, and positions itself as a leader in executive education, offering blended and campus-immersion formats, sector-specific EMBA tracks and customised management-development programmes for government and corporate clients.