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Learn Business by
Travelling across India

A 1-year postgraduate programme where you learn business by travelling across India.
Here India is your campus

Glimpse

Post Graduate Programme-
India

Format

Full-Time

Travel Across India

Start date

Round 1
October

Applications are Open

immersions

80+

Includes Business and Cultural Immersions

Duration

12 Months

Across 15+ Cities

Your Journey Across PGP India

Travel across 30+ cities — from Manesar’s factories to Darjeeling’s tea estates, Mundra’s ports to Bangalore’s fintech hubs. Each stop blends real-world business, cultural discovery, and hands-on learning — giving you .

Pillars of PGP India

Pillars of PGP India

The learning model that takes you across India — and into real business.

Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

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10+ industries immersion

2

15+ cities and 40+ business immersions

3

100+ real-world experiences

Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and institutions to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

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10+ top Indian Institutes

2

20+ CXOs and mentors

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

Learn by Building

Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes — by creating products, communities, and ventures.

1

20+ industry projects shaping your Million-Dollar portfolio

2

Your own multimodal digital community

3

Your own venture with real users

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Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

1

10+ industries immersion

2

15+ cities and 40+business immersions

3

100+ real-world experiences

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Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and institutions to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

1

10+ top Indian Institutes

2

20+ CXOs and mentors

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

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Learn by Building

Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes — by creating products, communities, and ventures.

1

20+ industry projects shaping your Million-Dollar portfolio

2

Your own multimodal digital community

3

Your own venture with real users

A Curriculum Crafted Through
100+ Immersions and Workshops

Term 1

Delhi NCR

Explore India’s dynamic markets, from Old Delhi’s bazaars to D2C brands like Bombay Shaving Co. and understand how marketing and data driven decisions are made.

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Courses & Workshops

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Courses & Workshops

4

Courses & Workshops

Immersion

LPU, Jalandhar: How does a university manage 30,000 students on a campus?

Term 2

Mumbai

Immersion

BSE, Mumbai: How does the stock exchange operate at scale?

Term 2

Mumbai

Immersion

BSE, Mumbai: How does the stock exchange operate at scale?

Term 2

Mumbai

Immersion

BSE, Mumbai: How does the stock exchange operate at scale?

A Curriculum Crafted Through
100+ Immersions and Workshops

  • Term 1
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2
  • Term 2

Delhi NCR

Explore India’s dynamic markets, from Old Delhi’s bazaars to D2C brands like Bombay Shaving Co. and understand how marketing and data driven decisions are made.

4

Courses & Workshops

4

Courses & Workshops

4

Courses & Workshops

Immersion

LPU, Jalandhar: How does a university manage 30,000 students on a campus?

Delhi NCR

Explore India’s dynamic markets, from Old Delhi’s bazaars to D2C brands like Bombay Shaving Co. and understand how marketing and data driven decisions are made.

4

Courses & Workshops

4

Courses & Workshops

4

Courses & Workshops

Immersion

LPU, Jalandhar: How does a university manage 30,000 students on a campus?

Our Partners

Through our top-tier academic, and travel partnerships, we turn locations across
India into living classrooms.

Graduate with a Prestigious
Degree from US or India

Two flexible tracks offered with recognised degrees from
IIT Guwahati / Illinois Tech, US

Graduate with a Prestigious
Degree from US or India

Two flexible tracks offered with recognised degrees from
IIT Guwahati / Illinois Tech, US

Global Track
Illinois Tech, Chicago

  • 1

    Spend 3 years in India followed by 4th year at
     Illinois Tech, Chicago

  • 2

    Graduate from Illinois Tech, ranked #20 in the US by New York Times

  • 3

    Unlock stellar placements/H1B opportunities in the US

*Based on the New York Times college ranking tool, 2023, for high earning and economic mobility.

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India Track
IIT, Guwahati

  • 1

    Spend 3 years at Masters' Union followed by one year industry internship
    in India

  • 2

    JEE Main qualified students auto enroll in the B.S. (Hons.) in DS & AI from
     IIT Guwahati

  • 3

    Non JEE students can enroll in the above after taking an entrance exam

  • 4

    Get placements at marquee recruiters like Microsoft, Google, and Krutrim through Masters’ Union

Glimpse

India Track
IIT, Guwahati

  • 1

    Spend 3 years at Masters' Union followed by one year industry internship
    in India

  • 2

    JEE Main qualified students auto enroll in the B.S. (Hons.) in DS & AI from
     IIT Guwahati

  • 3

    Non JEE students can enroll in the above after taking an entrance exam

  • 4

    Get placements at marquee recruiters like Microsoft, Google, and Krutrim through Masters’ Union

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Coverage and features highlighting Masters’ Union across leading media platforms.

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Support Team

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Decode India through
Industry-Led Immersions

Master business fundamentals through real-world projects, industry-led sessions, and immersive learning across India’s fastest-growing sectors.

Curriculum with
Unique In Class & Immersions

  • Consulting
  • Product Management
  • Marketing
  • Finance

Business & Cultural Immersions

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Business Immersions

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Business & Cultural Immersions

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

Old Delhi
Market Visit

A Glimpse into the
Weekly Schedule

Pedagogy Powered
by the Industry Leaders

  • Take courses with CXOs, founders, and operators shaping India’s fastest-growing industries through on-ground immersions and masterclasses.

  • Learn business, tech, and cultural strategy from Professors-in-Residence who travel with you across cities.

  • Get 1:1 mentorship from practitioners, alumni, and domain experts wherever you are in your journey.

Learn Directly From
Future Recruiters

Where Business Leaders
Become Your Faculty

20+ CXOs and founders bring real-world insights — from AI and EVs to
finance, policy, and more — straight into the PGP India experience.

Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna

Former Group Strategy Head

Dr. Soumik Bhusan

Ex- Head CX Strategy

Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta

Chief Data & Analytics Officer

Mr. Rohit Kapoor

CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy

Dr. Edward W Rogers

Former Chief Knowledge Officer

Mr. Elkana Ezekiel

Former CMO

Mr. Satish Krishnan

Former MD

Dr. Lan Ma

Adjunct Professor of Business

Ms. Vineeta Tikekar

Former Head of Marketing

Dr. Vishnuprasad N.

Former Dean

Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Dr. Meenakshi Rishi

Professor of Economics

Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

Dr. Shad Morris

Professor, MIT Sloan

Dr. Akshay Narayanan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Mr. Raghavshyam R.

Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, Calcutta

Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet

Executive Director

Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra

Ph.D, VCU

Dr. Rajesh Bhargave

Professor

Dr. Garima Chaklader

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

Dr. Francis Rebello

Former Head- HR

Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

Mr. Rajesh Madhavan

Advisor

Dr. Rinku Mahindru

Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics

Ms. Shivanee Pethe

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Dr. Aarti Sharma

Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University

Dr. Rakshita Sharma

Former CHRO

Dr. Arvind Mayaram

Former Finance Secretary of India

Mr. Ajay Jamuar

Chief Operations Officer

Ms. Monica Jasuja

Head of Emerging Partnerships

Dr. Manu Prasad

Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli

Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna

Former Group Strategy Head

Dr. Soumik Bhusan

Ex- Head CX Strategy

Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta

Chief Data & Analytics Officer

Mr. Rohit Kapoor

CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy

Dr. Edward W Rogers

Former Chief Knowledge Officer

Mr. Elkana Ezekiel

Former CMO

Mr. Satish Krishnan

Former MD

Dr. Lan Ma

Adjunct Professor of Business

Dr. Vishnuprasad N.

Former Dean

Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Dr. Meenakshi Rishi

Professor of Economics

Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

Dr. Shad Morris

Professor, MIT Sloan

Dr. Akshay Narayanan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Ms. Vineeta Tikekar

Former Head of Marketing

Mr. Raghavshyam R.

Adjunct Faculty

Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, Calcutta

Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet

Executive Director

Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra

Ph.D, VCU

Dr. Rajesh Bhargave

Professor

Dr. Garima Chaklader

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

Dr. Francis Rebello

Former Head- HR

Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

Mr. Rajesh Madhavan

Advisor

Dr. Rinku Mahindru

Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics

Ms. Shivanee Pethe

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

Dr. Aarti Sharma

Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University

Dr. Rakshita Sharma

Former CHRO

Dr. Arvind Mayaram

Former Finance Secretary of India

Mr. Ajay Jamuar

Chief Operations Officer

Ms. Monica Jasuja

Head of Emerging Partnerships

Dr. Manu Prasad

Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli

Not Just Classroom Insight
But Real-World Outcomes

Because here, what you build, publish, and pitch becomes the real measure of your learning.

Portfolio Building

Million-Dollar Portfolio

Build a cross industry portfolio showcasing problems you’ve solved during your journey —
10+ Industries, 15+ Cities, 50+ Immersions, CXO interactions, and Real-World Projects, all in one place

Content Creation

Your Own Content Identity

Share your ideas through video, audio, or writing — from launching a podcast or vlog series to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice, your voice will resonate far beyond the classroom.

Career

Career & Placement Access

Get recruited into high-growth startups, corporates, or emerging industries through Masters’ Union’s placement network and live project pathways.

Startup

Your Own Venture

Launch a real business — form hypotheses, validate your ideas, build a prototype, and acquire actual customers along the way

What You Learn
When India Is Your Campus

Factory visits, CXO chats, festival chaos and train rides. This is what real learning looks like on the go.

We Travel 

From campus to the world

Goa

The Goa Leadership Retreat was all about learning, bonding,
and having a blast. From visiting Feni distilleries and hidden
cafés to chatting with Goan entrepreneurs, we got a
masterclass in how local businesses thrive.

We Travel  

From campus to the world

Goa

The Goa Leadership Retreat was all about learning, bonding,
and having a blast. From visiting Feni distilleries and hidden
cafés to chatting with Goan entrepreneurs, we got a
masterclass in how local businesses thrive.

Milan

We kicked off the PGP Rise journey at SDA Bocconi,
Italy's top B-school.
Between understanding Italy’s
business scene and walking the stylish
streets of
Milan, we learned how culture and commerce go

hand-in-hand (with lots of gelato
in between.

Singapore

From meeting legends like Mr. KV Rao (Tata Group) to
discovering
what makes Singapore a global business hub, all
while sneaking in
Universal Studios, Sentosa Island, and late-
night adventures.

Japan

We explored Japan’s top companies — Rakuten, Nissan,
Agoda,
Singtel, and IHH Healthcare — and soaked in culture at
Sensoji
Temple and Osaka Castle. A trip packed with power
moves and
picture-perfect memories.

A Glimpse into the
Weekly Schedule

Enrollment Checklist
Admissions Criteria

01.
Work Experience

01.
Work Experience

When considering candidates for admission, we prioritize candidates with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in their family-managed business. This ensures a strong foundation in practical business knowledge and enhances participants’ ability to absorb the curriculum, apply it effectively, and contribute meaningfully to class discussions.

Leadership Experience

02.
Leadership Potential

02.
Leadership Potential

We seek individuals who demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit, leadership potential, and a genuine commitment to the family business. Your prior work experience, personal projects, or family responsibilities can provide valuable insights into these qualities.

03.
Communication

03.
Communication

Effective communication is essential for success in a family business. We will assess your communication skills through the interviews. We are looking for candidates who can articulate their thoughts clearly, listen attentively, and build strong relationships.

01.

Complete the
Application

01.

Complete the
Application

Requirements

Fill out your details

You will need:

  • Your latest resume - Applicants are allowed to choose their own format (needs to be clear and concise). Feel free to use our sample resume format.

  • Your qualification documents - Upload all documents related to your work experience, academics and extra-curriculars to support your application.

Upload your CAT/GMAT/GRE score

You are welcome to submit your CAT/GMAT/GRE scores in your application if you feel it will improve your candidature. However, this is not mandatory.

02.

Personal Interview
& AI Assessment

02.

Personal Interview & AI Assessment

Requirements

Following a comprehensive evaluation, shortlisted applicants will receive an invitation to proceed to the interview stage.

  • If selected, applicants will be informed of the interview date, venue, and time 3-5 days prior to the interview.

  • Students also have the option to provide their JEE/IPMAT/SAT/CUET scores. The scholarship test becomes optional for those who have provided their scores.

  • Please note that every shortlisted student will need to take an AI Assessment on the day of their personal interview, at the venue itself. This assessment will focus purely on assessing your critical thinking skills, and what you can bring to Masters' Union.

03.

Admission
Decision

03.

Admission Decision

Requirements

Based on the final decision of the admissions committee, applicants will be slotted into the following categories-

  • Applicants who have been offered admission to Masters’ Union will receive their decision along with the financial structure for the upcoming programme.

  • Students also have the option to provide their JEE/IPMAT/SAT/CUET scores. The scholarship test becomes optional for those who have provided their scores.

  • For applicants who are waitlisted, the admissions committee will reconvene and promote candidates from the waitlisted to the accepted pool, on a regular basis. Please note that we do not maintain a ranked waitlist. Your admission is dependent on the spots that might open up later.

  • If you’ve received a rejection email, you cannot apply in any subsequent round in the same academic year. You are welcome to re-apply to the programme in the next academic year.

Fee Structure

Years Partially Refundable
Admission Fee
Tuition + Travel + Immersions
Program Fee
3 years in India + 1 year in US
Total
Round 1 INR 90,000/- INR 39,10,000/- INR 40,00,000/-
Round 2 INR 90,000/- INR 39,10,000/- INR 40,00,000/-
Round 3 INR 1,25,000/- INR 39,10,000/- INR 40,00,000/-

What’s Included in the Program Fee

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Tuition for all classroom modules across 15+ Indian cities

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Adventure and cultural experiences (treks, cruises, retreats, etc.)

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Learning Across 40+ Business Immersions

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Mentorship from 20+ CXOs and faculty from global institutions

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Travel, accommodation, and logistics during immersion terms

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Access to placement and startup support services

Scholarships that
Travel with Your Story

Named after iconic Indian trains, each scholarship supports a different kind of journey — whether of need, grit, brilliance, or creativity.

  • The Uday Express Grant – For students with strong potential and limited means. Rise with perspective.

  • The Duronto Fellowship – For builders and founders. Fast, fearless, and relentless.

  • The Samta Express Fellowship – For inclusive leaders from diverse or underrepresented communities.

  • The Vande Bharat Scholar – For academically outstanding, high-performance minds shaping the future.

  • The Palace on Wheels Fellowship – For creatives, storytellers, and cultural entrepreneurs.

  • The Himsagar Express Award – For students from remote corners of India bringing unique lived experiences.

Learn Directly From
Future Recruiters

Frequently Asked
Questions

Is PGP Rise: General Management equivalent to other Executive MBA Programmes offered in the country?

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The academic content and rigour of the Masters’ Union PGP Rise: General Management are equivalent to other Executive MBA programmes. However, Indian regulations do not allow independent institutions to grant a Master’s degree. After completion of the programme, applicants will receive a certificate of completion of the Post Graduate Programme in Management for Senior Professionals.

Can applicants continue to work full-time while pursuing the programme?

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Yes, applicants can continue their full-time job as they pursue PGP Rise: General Management by Masters’ Union.

What happens when applicants are not in the residency?

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Their studies will continue on the weekend in a hybrid model where they can choose to attend in-person classes at our Gurgaon campus or join in virtually.

What will be the batch size of the class?

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We will limit the batch size to a maximum of 60 students to maximize individual attention from masters, and have an impactful teacher-student ratio.

What are the core emphasis areas of the Masters’ Union PGP Rise: General Management curriculum?

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We offer India’s first programme with industry-focused coaching at its core. Students get expert mentorship to define their career goals. They benefit from psychometric assessments and industry-focused coaching, all tailored to meet the following needs of mid-career professionals:

  • Mid-career transition guidance
  • Enhancing your professional brand
  • Interview preparation strategy

How many days of leave will an applicant require to participate in the immersive weeks?

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Applicants will require around 10 days of leave throughout the year to participate in the campus immersion weeks, tech-trek, and leadership retreat.

What is included in the cost of the programme?

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The programme fee for the PGP Rise: General Management by Masters’ Union will cover:

  • Tuition fees for courses, workshops, retreats & events
  • All dining excursions organised by the PGP Rise: General Management team including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks

How much time should an applicant set aside for coursework on the weekdays?

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We will try to keep any additional coursework on weekdays to a bare minimum. However, the time taken to prepare for classes can vary according to the subject and applicants’ expertise on the same. On average applicants can expect to spend 5-10 hours a week on weekdays. There will be additional material provided to the applicants in the form of written content, videos or podcasts that they can choose to engage with at their convenience.

Is the PGP Rise: General Management model as valuable as a full-time residential PGP?

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While the programme design differs from that of a full-time PGP, the curriculum and structure is equivalent to that of any recognized executive MBA globally. The structure is designed to be flexible to accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals and the content is tailored for those with considerable work experience.

What are the benefits of the 1-year format?

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PGP Rise: General Management by Masters’ Union, with its unique 12-month weekend format, covers best-in-class practices in global executive management education through an accelerated pedagogical approach. Designed to offer flexibility as a working professional so applicants don’t have to leave their job to pursue the course, the 4 terms will cover rigorous academic training in core areas. Applicants can choose to go deeper in the industry of their choice through industry electives and find stellar opportunities to network with like-minded individuals through the residency weeks, a tech-trek and leadership retreat. The dynamic format of the programme will offer accelerated learning in the skills of time management and prioritisation, and thus equips them with stellar decision-making facilities, which is one of the most valued qualities of a business leader in today’s times.

How many years of experience do applicants need to be admitted?

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Applicants with work experience are preferred to apply for the programme. In case any applicant has lesser work experience, feel free to reach out to the admissions team who will evaluate their profile and advise accordingly.

Is there an age limit for entry?

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There is no age limit for entry. However, the programme is more suitable for candidates with experience of at least 5 years. If they have less work experience, we encourage them to get in touch with the admissions team who will evaluate their profile and advise them accordingly.

Who are we looking for?

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We are looking for a candidate who exhibits strong leadership performance and potential, makes the best use of opportunities available, and is motivated to create an impact.

Do we need to write a GMAT, GRE, or CAT to enrol in this programme?

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No, this programme doesn’t require GMAT, GRE, or CAT scores.

Can applicants get their profile evaluated?

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Feel free to connect with the admissions team and our counsellors to discuss fitment with the programme. Applicants are welcome to send their CV to pgpriseadmissions@mastersunion.org and initiate a conversation with our counsellors for the same.

Are all candidates interviewed?

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Post the application process, the shortlisted candidates are invited to an online interview with our admissions panel.

If an application has been unsuccessful, may they reapply in the next round?

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No, they cannot reapply in the next round. Unsuccessful applicants can reapply for the next intake, next year. Re-applicants are requested to submit a new online application unless otherwise indicated. Please exercise judgement in deciding if they have made any significant changes in their new profile since their first application, that would make a significant difference to their admissions chances.

How strict are the application deadlines?

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Our deadlines are non-negotiable. Applications must be completed and submitted by midnight (Indian Standard Time) to be included in the ongoing round. A complete application includes the online form, all supporting documents, references, essays, and payment of the application fees.

How will applicants be graded for the course?

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All participants will be graded through a combination of quizzes, exams, group assignments, class engagement, projects, simulations, reflections, etc. The faculty will decide the specific grading matrix for each course.

Can applicants tailor their learning journey at PGP Rise: General Management?

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We offer 16 electives, empowering students to take charge of their time and construct a relevant programme that is aligned with their interests and career goals. We have new-age, core, and industry concentrations so they can choose to pursue a generalist path toward management or specialise in particular areas by choosing industry concentrations. However, regardless of the path students decide to take during their elective terms, everybody graduates with the same PGP Rise: General Management certificate with an opportunity to choose industry concentrations.

Are any of the rounds more or less competitive than others?

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Each round is equally competitive. The acceptance ratio is the same for all rounds. Most importantly, applicants should dedicate enough time and thought to their application so that it accurately represents their strengths and talents. However, if scholarships are a priority, we encourage applicants to apply in Round 1.

How should applicants approach the essay section?

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The essay section in the application section requires careful consideration and thought. We’re looking for clarity, conciseness, and cohesion in arguments of applicants as well as in the structure of their essay. Most importantly, we encourage them to bring out their most authentic self through these essays to give us the best understanding of their thought process, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Are the fees refunded in case applicants decide to drop out of the programme?

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Fees once submitted are not eligible for refunds. Masters’ Union reserves the right to amend this Refund Policy at any time without prior notice.

Can applicants defer my admission offer from Masters' Union to the next year?

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Currently, we are not offering the option to defer their admission offer. Those who cannot join the programme in the current year are advised to apply again for the next year.

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