[malwajatt]

HI All,

Just saw IIMC is launching this new MBA for Manufacturing executives. Not a lot of info is given on their website. Was wondering has anyone heard of this ?

cheers,
Ranjit

[hrsikesa]

Hi Ranjit,
This is a unique and innovative program launched by IIMCalcutta in collaboration with IIT Kanpur and IITChennai under the aegis of NMCC,MHRD with the support of Industry.The industry has been involved in the design of the course along with IIMC,IITK and IITM.That's the beauty of this program.The Post Graduate Program for Executives for Visionary Leadership in manufacturing PGPEX-VLMP has been launched with the support of Indian and Japanese Government.
This program is on the lines of LFM program conducted by MIT ,USA.Prof Shoji Shiba international expert in Quality and winner of Deming Award for individual has taken our first module-Breakthrough Management.He has been teaching LFM students for the past 15 years.The faculty at IIMC and IIT is also outstanding.They are among the best in the world.The experience so far has been incredible.
For details please log on to
www.iimc.ac.in
The domain name www.nmcc.com and/or website are available for sale.


With regards,
Hrsikesa Pankaj

[SKP]

IIMC has started this program and the first batch has already joined. This is a specially designed program by IIMC, IITM and IITK for experienced people from the manufacturing sector. I am a part of PGPEX (not VLM) at IIMC and the other day the chairman of the VLM program was telling us about the program. It seems the faculty they are having is world class. A number of quality and supply chain gurus from Japan and other parts of the world are supposed to come and deliver lectures at IIMC. The program seems to be well-designed and impressive. There has been quite some media coverage during its launch. For more information, you can always check the IIMC website.....

Related Links:
The Hindu : Education Plus Thiruvananthapuram : Moulding leaders for manufacturing sector

IIM-C, IITs roll out PG programme in manufacturing -Education-Services-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times

OurWeb :: IIM Calcutta Programs

Originally Posted by malwajatt

HI All,

Just saw IIMC is launching this new MBA for Manufacturing executives. Not a lot of info is given on their website. Was wondering has anyone heard of this ?

cheers,
Ranjit

[hrsikesa]

Hi SKP,
It was nice gesture on your part to add media publications and other details which i missed regarding PGPEX-VLM program in my reply.It is nice feeling to be a part of first batch.I hope more and more experienced people in industry become aware of this program so that it fulfills its mission and vision.
Wishing you all the best .

With regards,
Hrsikesa Pankaj

[arvind1]

Dear Hrsikesa Pankaj Sir ,
I am motivated by reading your message to contribute something for India.I am keeping track of One year full time post graduate program for Executives-VISIONARY LEADERSHIP in mfg(PGPEX-VLM) program for the last one year launched by IIM Calcutta.I am impressed with the overall course design and IIMC,IIT,Indian and Japanese contribution to this program.I have read a lot in The Economic Times and IIM Calcutta website regarding this unique and innovative program.I think i will be able to fulfill both my goals by joining this program.
Please tell me how can i get entry into this this prestigious program.I wanted to go for 2 years full time Leaders for Mfg(LFM) program conducted by Sloan School of Mgmt and MIT in USA which costs around
40-50 lakhs.
It makes sense to join a similar program in India which has better course structure and costs around 8 lakh.It seems Indian Institute of management(IIM),Calcutta is setting a great example by launching this program for other IIM's.It has got a well balanced approach.
I am eagerly waiting for the advt so that i can join the second batch of PGPEX-VLM program.Mr Hrsikesa Pankaj please elaborate on your experiences as a part of pioneer batch of PGPEX-VLM and guide future aspirants like me.




Arvind

[hrsikesa]

Dear Arvind,
Nice to see your interest and enthusiasm for 1 year full -time PGPEX-VLM program.The much-awaited advertisement for the second batch ofPGPEX-VLM has come today in The Economic Times(Page3/5).
As IIM Calcutta,IIT Kanpur and Madras are involved in the program, the admission process is conducted on rotational basis.Last year IIM Calcutta conducted the admission process for the first batch.This year IIT Kanpur is conducting the admission process.there is small change in the eligibility criteria.The upper limit of experience has been fixed at 10 years.
Please go the link below for details
Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing

With Best Wishes,
Hrsikesa Pankaj
hrsikesa@gmail.com

[kishankona]

Hi Hrsikesa Pankaj,

Thanks for your suggestion. Jut I am adding our mail conversation below. Thanks a ton.
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Hi Hrisikesa Pankaj,

Thank you very much for your information. I am excited about this course as India is becoming manufacturing hub for electronics and semiconductor products too. I had semiconductor integrated circuit manufacturing experience of 6 years and software development experience of 1 year. As per my thought process and personal roadmap I want to establish ancillary unit related to semiconductor wafer fabrication which will create lot of opportunities in India.

Can you enlighten on following issues:

• What should be the mind set before enrolling the course so that we can utilize course effectively? Do you have any specific suggestions?
• What are placement opportunities? Although it is clear from brochure that there is no commitment from IIT/IIM.
• I have three international research papers. Whether R&D experience is useful in interview process?

Thanks and Best Regards,
Kishan Kona

Dear Kishan,
Nice to see your interest in the PGPEX-VLM program.Your idea of
becoming an entrepreneur -semiconductor wafer fabrication is great.
1.Have an open mind.It will be your strong point in the interview.Just
focus on your hardcore manufacturing experience in
operations,production,R&D etc..Software development experience will
help you later on.Don't focus much on that in your application stage.
2.The placement is not a big issue .Even Harvard gives placement
guarantee.IIT-IIM brand is very strong.i can say you will have
multiple offers with the sort of experience you have.
3.You can add Research papers in your profile.The R&D experience is a
definite plus.You can steer your interview in your strong areas.

Just clear the written test.Min cut-off and negative marking is a
challenge.Do some practice tests from CAT/GMAT/GRE book in
verbal/anaytical area.Maths is of 10-11-12 th level.Engg aptitude test
is mostly mech.elec,metallurgy based with few basic questions on
operations mgmt.Interview will be cake walk for you.
Why don't you register in pagalguy website and ask queries in the
PGPEX-VLM discussion page.It will be beneficial for all potential
aspirants.
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Thanks and Best Regards,
Kishan Kona

[hrsikesa]

Dear Kishan,

Nice to see your interest in the PGPEX-VLM program.Your idea of
becoming an entrepreneur -semiconductor wafer fabrication is great.
1.Have an open mind.It will be your strong point in the interview.Just
focus on your hardcore manufacturing experience in
operations,production,R&D etc..Software development experience will
help you later on.Don't focus much on that in your application stage.
2.The placemement is not an issue.IIT-IIM brand is very strong.I can say you will havemultiple offers with the sort of experience you have.
3.You can add Research papers in your profile.The R&D experience is a
definite plus.You can steer your interview in your strong areas.

Just clear the written test.Min cut-off and negative marking is a
challenge.Do some practice tests from CAT/GMAT/GRE book in
verbal/anaytical area.Maths is of 10-11-12 th level.Engg aptitude test
is mostly mechanical,electrical,metallurgy based with few basic questions on operations mgmt and GK.Interview will be cake walk for you.

http://www.hindu.com/edu/2008/03/31/stories/2008033150210400.htm

For any queries please don't hesitate to send me an email.

With Best Wishes,
Hrsikesa Pankaj
hrsikesa@gmail.com


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[kishankona]

Hi Hrsikesa,

How are you doing? I have few queries regarding application .I am planning to take recommendation letters from my manufacturing employer as I worked there for six years. I am trying in my present organization but I am not sure I may get it. Is it okay because I had good reputation from my previous organization managers and they are encouraging me for this program and they are happy to provide me two letters, one from R&D division and other from production.

I have GRE score of 1100. Should I mention my GRE score in application form?

I have started my preparation for aptitude and going through basic concepts of engineering.

Please do let me know dos and don’ts in application form.

Thanks and Best Regards,
Kishan Kona
09860283567

[hrsikesa]

Dear Kishan,
It's great that you are already gearing up for the D-Day.Please take your time in filling up the application form.Please mention GMAT/GRE score if you have taken the exam .The score is treated as part of academic record.Anyway you got to appear for the aptitude test on 31st May/1st June 2008 if shortlisted.
You can provide recommendation letter from either current or previous employer.Only one is required.You can send both if you get it.That's not the issue.
Please take your aptitude test seriously.I know guys from last year who scored very highly in one section but could not clear another section.So, time management is of utmost importance.In fact, both speed and accuracy are paramount.You have got almost seven weeks to prepare and get going.You got to just go with an open mind and crack the test.That's the key.
In case of further queries, please donot hesitate to ask.

http://www.thehindu.com/edu/2008/04/07/stories/2008040750550800.htm

With Best Wishes,
Hrsikesa Pankaj
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