Overview
The Post Graduate Programme for Executives on Leadership in Smart Manufacturing (PGPEX-LSM) is a collaborative effort between IIM Sirmaur and RWTH Aachen. This program aims to develop management leaders with expertise in smart manufacturing, combining the managerial strengths of IIM Sirmaur and the technological prowess of RWTH Aachen.
The objective of this program is to develop management leaders focused on manufacturing excellence spearheading and contributing to the global technological advancements. The thrust of the programme will be assimilating knowledge the following areas for Indian manufacturing:
- Smart Manufacturing Systems
- Sustainable Production Systems
- Digital Smart Production
- Frugal Manufacturing
- Industry 4.0
Why PGPEX LSM
- Be part of the Indian Manufacturing Resurgence & Job Opportunities
- Experience the German Manufacturing Prowess
- Blend the best in Manufacturing and Management education
- Contribute to the vision of Make in India
- Learn the best manufacturing practices in Germany & apply them to enhance the manufacturing competitiveness of your firm
About the Institutes
IIM Sirmaur: Established in 2015, IIM Sirmaur aims to be a globally respected institution for management excellence. Its mission is to develop professionals capable of creating and leading future-oriented solutions for sustainable growth, adhering to ethical and human aspects of work.
RWTH Aachen: Founded in 1870, RWTH Aachen is one of Germany's top universities for engineering and technology. It focuses on application-oriented programs and innovation in digital manufacturing, making it a high-tech hub in Europe.
Key Features
- Modules by RWTH Aachen for participants (on-campus) in Germany for a term
- an industry-relevant curriculum that meets evolving manufacturing needs
- comprehensive learning covering classroom sessions, industry visits, simulation games, and capstone projects.
Admission
Admission Criteria
- Bachelors in (B. Tech./BE/B. Sc./allied fields) with 50 percent marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA awarded by any of the recognized universities/IITs At least 3 years of manufacturing-related experience in manufacturing or allied areas, e.g., Shop Floor/IT/Teaching/Entrepreneur/etc. (After completion of graduation).
- At least 3 years of shop floor experience in manufacturing or allied areas (After completion of graduation)
- Minimum Age: 25 years
- Valid GMAT/GRE/CAT Score (Taken within last five years)
- A minimum of 500 in GMAT
- A minimum of 300 in GRE
- A score of 50 Percentile (Overall) in CAT
- For other participants, an aptitude test will be conducted by IIM Sirmaur
- Application Fee: Rs. 2,000/-
Admission Process
- Initial screening of applications based on the admission criteria
- Aptitude test (Basic Engineering Questions, Quantitative Ability, etc.) for the shortlisted candidates without valid and qualifying CAT/GRE/GMAT score
- Personal interview for the shortlisted candidates
Candidates completing the programme successfully from both the institutes will be awarded certificate during the Annual Convocation
Timeline
| Application End Date (Cycle 4) | 05/12/2024 |
|---|---|
| Admission Test (Cycle 4) | 07/12/2024 |
| Interview | 07/12/2024 |
| List of Selected Candidates (Cycle 4) | 09/12/2024 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Acceptance of Offer by the selected candidates | 15/12/2024 |
| Payment of Advance | 21/12/2024 |
| Commencement of Term 1 at IIM Sirmaur, India | 06/01/2025 |
| Commencement of Term 2 at RWTH Aachen, Germany | 07/04/2025 |
| Commencement of Term 3 at IIM Sirmaur, India* | 20/07/2025 |
Fee Structure
| Component and Fee for PGPEX-LSM Program | - |
|---|---|
| Component | Fee |
| Fees (Indian Component)* | Rs. 11,00,000 |
| Fees (German Component)** | 10,000 Euros |
| Fees do not include to/fro airfare and visa charges, which has to be borne by the participants separately. | - |
The Indian Component of the fees include: Accommodation (Single occupancy air-conditioned room for each participant in a hostel), All study materials, campus events, induction and convocation events, expert talks and industry visits
The German Component of the fees include: Accommodation (2-bed rooms for participants in a hostel), teaching incl. all study materials, laboratory courses and excursions, social events, welcome orientation and farewell event, company/industry/institute visits and/or expert talks, lunch on weekdays, all meals during social events and local public transportation ticket in Germany. The fee for the German component of the programme needs to be paid directly to RWTH Aachen.
Contact Information
For more details and to apply, scan the QR code or contact:
Ph. : 01704-277313/(+91) 9950606596 Email: pgpex.lsm.admission@iimsirmaur.ac.in