Offered by K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management
A 15‑month weekend MBA for working professionals delivered direct-to-device with optional campus immersion, combining Harvard-style cases, Bloomberg labs and live Action Learning Projects to build strategic, financial and data-driven leadership while maintaining your career.
Crafted for ambitious working professionals, this 15‑month MBA for Working Executives delivers a future-focused management curriculum without requiring a career break. Weekend live classes and direct-to-device delivery combine faculty-led instruction, Harvard-style case studies and Bloomberg-enabled simulations to teach contemporary management across finance, marketing, operations, strategy, analytics and leadership.
After a common core across two semesters, participants deepen domain expertise in semester three via a choice of specialisations (Finance; Data Science & AI; Marketing; Operations; Strategy; Business Analytics; Human Resource Management). The programme emphasizes applied learning through live projects and an Action Learning Project so participants can convert classroom insights into measurable business outcomes.
Successful participants receive the official Master of Business Administration (MBA) for Working Executives certification from K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management and gain KJSIM alumni status and access to the institute's professional network.
Key highlights and core differentiators that set this program apart.
K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management awarded MBA degree
Direct-to-device live delivery with optional 3-day campus immersion
Choice of seven specialisations with applied Action Learning Project
Harvard-style case pedagogy and Bloomberg-enabled labs/simulations
KJSIM Alumni status on successful completion
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.
15 Months
Semester 1: -6 months
Semester 2: -4.5 months
Semester 3: -4.5 months Full Specialisations
Common
Financial and Cost Analysis
Organisational Behavior
Operation & Supply Chain Management
Managerial Economics
Business Writing and Communication
Marketing Management
Business Statistics
Spreadsheet Modelling
Common
Business Research Methods
Human Resource Management
Business & Corporate Law
Strategic Management
Financial Management
Macro Economics
Data Science Using Python
Customer-Centric Marketing in the Digital Era (16 hrs. Live) or
Supply Chain Resilience: Disruption to Transformation (16 hrs. Live
Specialisation****Finance
Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
Fintech
Mergers and Acquisitions
Project Finance
Corporate Finance
Financial Institutions and Markets
Action Learning Project
Data Science and AI
Introduction to Data Science and AI
Business Intelligence
Machine Learning for Business Decision making
Natural Language Processing (NLP) for Business Applications
Big Data Modeling & Management
Strategic Implementation of AI in Business
Action Learning Project
Marketing Management
Consumer Behaviour
International Marketing
Services Marketing
Digital and Social Media Marketing
B2B and Sales Management
Strategic Brand Management
Action Learning Project
Operations
Service Operations (AI and ML in Operations)
Operational Excellence (TQM, BPR, Benchmarking)
Productivity Improvement and Simulations
Manufacturing Strategy and Tech Management
Project Management
Action Learning Project
Strategy
Corporate Strategy
Strategic Innovation
Contemporary Topics in Strategic Management 1
Contemporary Topics in Strategic Management 2
Strategy Consulting
Global Strategy
Action Learning Project
Business Analytics
Interactive Dashboards and Data Storytelling
Multivariate Analytics
Decision Science and Social Network Analytics
Time Series Analytics
Application-based Analytics
Action Learning Project
Human Resource Management
- Organisational Theory: Structure and Design
Talent Planning and Acquisition
Learning and Development
Performance Management System
Compensation and Benefits
*Disclaimer: KJSIM reserves the right to modify the programme curriculum and change the session timings.
*Specialisation Disclaimer: Specialisations offered are subject to minimum enrolment of 10 students.
Format, class schedules, campus immersion details, and evaluation criteria.
An optional experience designed to connect learning with real-world collaboration on campus.
The 3-day campus immersion offered by KJSIM is optional and will be conducted only if a minimum of 30 participants opt in.
Accommodation is available on a dual occupancy basis at ₹3,000 per day, on a first-come, first-served basis. Terms and conditions as specified by the institute apply.
Faculty-led instruction and Harvard-style case studies
Bloomberg-enabled business simulations and labs
Strategic decision-making exercises and applied Action Learning Project
Live projects and experiential assignments
Media & Customer Insights Lab and hands-on Bloomberg labs
Programme completion awarded on meeting evaluation and requisite attendance criteria
Assessment through assignments, live projects and an Action Learning Project (as stated)
Attendance requirement applies for award of certificate
Eligibility criteria, work experience requirements, and admission steps.
Working Executives seeking to transition into management-level roles
Mid-Level Managers aiming to move beyond functional roles into leadership
Senior Professionals refreshing strategic thinking and cross-functional skills
Entrepreneurs seeking structured managerial frameworks for business growth
Career Switchers who need reskilling without pausing their careers
Future Leaders preparing for higher strategic or leadership roles
A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.
In the case of an absence of a duly recognised bachelor’s degree, candidate with a minimum aggregate percentage of 50 in CA/ICWA/CS can apply for the programme.
Minimum of two years of full-time work experience, where number of months of work experience is considered as on the deadline of submitting the application online.
Work experience will be considered, which is only paid and full-time work experience acquired after completing the bachelor’s degree.
Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% or equivalent CGPA and 10+2+3 and 3 years of full-time relevant working experience or 10+2+4 and 2 years of full-time relevant working experience.
Experience only after graduation is considered; it has to be a full-time and paid position.
Part-time/Project/Internship/Articleship/Apprenticeship/Pre-graduation work experience, etc., which forms an integral part of a course study, should not be entered, and will not be counted as work experience.
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree (min. 50% aggregate) or equivalent (e.g., CA/ICWA/CS with 50%) and meet the stated work-experience requirements.
Work experience considered must be paid, full-time and post-graduation; part-time/internship/apprenticeship/pre-graduation experience is not counted.
Participants will be eligible to apply for the programme based on their overall profile and credentials.
Applications are reviewed by academic and admissions teams for shortlisting; shortlisted candidates receive a formal admission offer.
Graduates gain official alumni recognition and lifetime networking privileges.
Key application deadlines, batch commencement dates, and intake schedules.
| Next cohort | Dates awaited |
|---|---|
| Program Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
Tuition fees, flexible installment schedules, and available financing options.
| Fee or instalment | Amount | Due date / terms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹2,950 | — | Application Fee stated in Payment and Fees table |
| Total Programme Fee (excluding registration fee) | ₹3,50,000 | — | Total programme fee as per Payment and Fees table; GST will be added as applicable |
| Instalment I | ₹74,000 | Within 1 week of Offer Rollout | — |
| Instalment II | ₹69,000 | 6th January, 2027 | — |
| Instalment III | ₹69,000 | 6th April, 2027 | The fee for the optional campus immersion will be collected along with the third instalment. |
| Instalment IV | ₹69,000 | 6th July, 2027 | — |
| Instalment V | ₹69,000 | 6th October, 2027 | — |
GST/Taxes: “*GST will be added as applicable.” (Payment schedule note)
Optional campus immersion fee: ₹9,000 + GST (optional campus immersion fee will increase total programme fee); accommodation is available at ₹3,000 per day (dual occupancy) when immersion runs and is charged as per institute terms.
Learners paying the full course fee at the time of enrolment have to pay ₹3,20,000 (discounted full-payment amount stated).
No-cost EMI statement on page: Note indicates No-Cost EMI available in 15 monthly instalments for ₹3,50,000.
Participants who successfully meet the evaluation criteria and satisfy the requisite attendance criteria will be awarded the ‘Master of Business Administration (MBA) for Working Executives’ certification by K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management. Successful participants will also be accorded Alumni status.
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About the institute
Founded by the visionary Shri K. J. Somaiya in 1959, Somaiya Vidyavihar blends modern education with strong values. Driven by holistic development, K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM) offers diverse opportunities beyond academics, including industry interactions, cultural activities, sports, and more. With experienced faculty and a robust industry network in Mumbai, KJSIM consistently ranks among India's top B-Schools, delivering world-class education and fostering a vibrant student community.