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- The number of non-engineers enrolled for PGP programme is highest ever in over 15 years.
- As per the statistics of the institute, the number of non-engineering and female students registering for PGP course has been increasing gradually.
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM Ahmedabad) has witnessed an increasing number of female candidates enrolling for its PGP programme. At the same time, the number of non-engineers enrolling for its PGP programme is the highest ever in more than 15 years.
Detailed Insight on Percentage of Non-Engineers and Female Candidates Enrolled for PGP & PGP-FABM Programmes for the Academic Session 2017-2019:
Percent of non-engineers registered for PGP programme | 32% |
|---|---|
Percentage of female candidates enrolled for PGP programme | 28% |
Percentage of non-engineers registered for PGP-FABM programme | 45% |
Percentage of female candidates enrolled for PGP-FABM course | 50% |
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As per the statistics of the institute, the number of non-engineering and female students registering for PGP course has been increasing gradually. Details regarding the same are elaborated below: -
Academic Year | Percentage of Non-Engineers Enrolled to PGP Programme | Percentage of Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
2015-16 | 9% | 14% |
2016-17 | 20% | 21% |
2017-19 | 32% | 28% |
The number of non-engineering and female candidates enrolling for PGP-FABM course has been increasing. Details regarding the same are elaborated below:
Academic Year | Percentage of Non-Engineers Enrolled for PGP-FABM Programme | Percentage of Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
2015-16 | 15% | 39% |
2016-17 | 26% | 46% |
2017-19 | 45% | 50% |
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Chairperson of IIM Ahmedabad (Admissions), Apratim Guha revealed that the objective of the institute was to invite candidates from diverse backgrounds to interviews based on their academic performance and score in qualifying examination. The approach adopted by the institute will play a significant role in improving the in-class learning experience of the students.
Director of IIM Ahmedabad, Mr. Ashish Nanda indicated the diversity had been achieved without holding extra credits or giving special quotas because of gender. According to him, a broad mix of gender will play an important role in developing a richer learning environment at the institute.
