About Great Lakes Institute of Management
Great Lakes Institute of Management Chennai is a reputed private business school located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2004 by Dr. Bala V. Balachandran, the institute is known for industry-oriented management education, global exposure, analytics-focused curriculum, and strong corporate connections. Great Lakes Chennai has earned recognition among leading management institutes in India for its rigorous academics, modern infrastructure, leadership development, and placement-driven programs.
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Courses Offered
Full-Time Management Programs
- PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) — 2 years
- PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management) — 1 year
- PGXPM (Executive Program)
- PGPM Flex
- PGPM Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE)
- Executive Education Programs
- Doctoral / Research Programs
Specializations
- Marketing
- Finance
- Business Analytics
- Operations
- Human Resource Management
- Strategy
- Digital Transformation
- Entrepreneurship
Fee Structure
| Course |
Approx. Fee Structure |
| PGDM |
₹21 – ₹22.5 Lakhs total |
| PGPM |
₹23 – ₹23.5 Lakhs total |
| PGXPM |
₹12 – ₹13 Lakhs |
| PGPM Flex |
As per institute norms |
Fee includes tuition, academic resources, and residential facilities for selected programs.
Hostel Facilities
- Fully residential campus
- Separate accommodation facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Wi-Fi enabled hostels and campus
- Hygienic dining and cafeteria facilities
- 24/7 security and CCTV monitoring
- Sports and recreation facilities
- Medical and wellness support
- Laundry and housekeeping services
Laboratory / Infrastructure Facilities
- Analytics Labs with R, Python, Tableau, and AI tools
- Finance Lab with market simulation software
- Digital Marketing and Innovation Labs
- Smart classrooms with modern AV systems
- Central Library with journals and digital databases
- Auditorium and seminar halls
- Leadership and entrepreneurship centers
- Incubation and startup support facilities
- Conference rooms for corporate interaction
- Wi-Fi enabled green campus
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Entrance Exams / Eligibility (Exam Accepted)
PGDM
- Graduation with minimum qualifying marks
- CAT / XAT / GMAT / CMAT / NMAT scores accepted
PGPM
- Graduation with work experience preferred
- CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT accepted
Executive Programs
- Graduation with professional work experience
Approved By / Affiliation
- Approved by: AICTE
- Accredited by: NBA
- SAQS Accredited
- AMBA Membership & Global Collaborations
NAAC Accreditation
- Recognized quality management institution
- Industry-focused academic standards
College Type
- Private Autonomous Management Institute
Admission Process
- Fill online application form
- Submit entrance exam scores
- Academic profile evaluation
- Essay writing / interview rounds
- Final merit selection
- Fee payment and admission confirmation
Industrial Exposure / Internship
- Corporate internships and live consulting projects
- Industry interaction and CXO sessions
- International immersion opportunities
- Leadership workshops and management conclaves
- Startup and entrepreneurship mentoring
- Corporate readiness training programs
Placement / Career Opportunities
Students can pursue careers in:
- Consulting
- Business Analytics
- Marketing & Sales
- Financial Services
- Product Management
- Human Resource Management
- Operations & Supply Chain
- Banking & Insurance
- Digital Transformation
- Entrepreneurship
Higher Studies Options
- Executive MBA
- PhD / Fellow Program in Management
- International Business Programs
- Professional Certifications in Analytics & Finance
Year Established
2004
State
Tamil Nadu
Contact / Location Info
Address: East Coast Road, Manamai Village, Chengalpattu District, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Phone: +91 44 6699 9300
Website: greatlakes.edu.inchennai
Email: info@greatlakes.edu.in
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