Post Graduate Program for Executives for Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Office of Outreach Activities. Offered jointly with IIM Calcutta and IIT Madras under the Indo‑Japan Cooperation Agreement.
Mission Statement
The mission of the PGPEX‑VLM is to develop future visionary leaders for the manufacturing sector in India so as to enhance the global competitiveness of our manufacturing sector.
PGPEX‑VLM is a unique program that fulfills the current industry's growing demand for techno‑managerial leaders who shape the neo‑industrial revolution. Laden with latest management skills and cutting‑edge technology knowledge, these vanguards are being readied for meeting the challenges offered by the new wave of business enterprises that thrive on information as they strive for the "Triple Bottom line".
Message from Director
Overview
A unique one-year full-time management program jointly offered by
The course has been designed in consultation with
Program Highlights
Background
Since 1991, the Indian economy is being progressively liberalized and its integration to the global economy is deepening. Growth of the manufacturing sector in the country has been recognized as a key thrust area by the Government of India. But with an increasingly competitive environment a need was felt to create a critical mass of visionary leaders to steer the manufacturing sector into the new era of excellence.
Hence, VLMP was developed by the National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council in collaboration with Ministry of Education, IITs, IIMs and CII as a flagship program to develop Leaders in Manufacturing under the Indo‑Japan Cooperation Agreement, signed by the then Prime Minister of India and the then Prime Minister of Japan, in December 2006.
The Government of Japan had also agreed to extend cooperation to facilitate transfer of Japanese expertise and encourage visits to manufacturing centres of excellence in Japan so as to expose the budding leaders to the pioneers of manufacturing technology, adding a global perspective to the entire effort. Since 2007, the program has crafted an array of visionary leaders who have marked their presence in industry, upholding the broad principles of the VLM community.
Academia, industry and government in one program
VLMP sits at the intersection of three constituencies — the academic strength of IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras; the industry perspective of CII and Japanese expertise; and the mandate of the Governments of India and Japan.
Fig. 1 — Model of VLMP
Curriculum & faculty
Admissions
Admission schedule
Program fees
| Institute | Amount (₹) | Due |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Kanpur | 3,90,000 | Last week of July |
| IIT Madras | 3,90,000 | Last week of October |
| IIM Calcutta Common expenses |
1,20,000 | Second week of December |
This amount includes tuition fees, common fee, host institute fee, and cost of course materials only.
Participants bear the costs of accommodation, travel for project work, and domestic and international study tours; accommodation and boarding costs are payable to the respective institute. Food, personal travel and other expenses of a personal nature are also borne by the participant.
Post Graduate Program for Executives for Visionary Leadership in Manufacturing (PGPEX‑VLM)
Education
First-Class Graduate Engineers with First Division / First Class marks from Secondary Examination onwards.
Work Experience
Documents to send by courier / speed post
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Printed and signed application form | Generated from the online system after final submission. |
| 2. Application fee receipt (self-attested) | NEFT / bank transfer receipt for Indian nationals, or bank transfer receipt for NRI / foreign applicants. |
| 3. Academic documents (self-attested) | 10th Standard certificate & marksheet 12th Standard certificate & marksheet All semester / year-wise marksheets and degree certificates for Bachelor's / Master's (as applicable) GMAT / GRE score report (if applicable, optional) |
| 4. Passport copy | Self-attested copy, for all applicants — the program includes a compulsory study visit abroad. |
| 5. Work experience proofs (self-attested) | Certificates from current and previous employers showing period of employment Latest salary slip, for the month preceding submission Job description or employment certificate as required |
| 6. Category-specific documents (self-attested) | Self-sponsored, will resign — letter of resignation and release from employer; original to be produced at registration. Self-sponsored, on study leave — attested copy of study leave application and employer's consent / endorsement letter. Sponsored candidates — letter of intent for sponsorship and attested copy of sponsorship letter / bond from employer, with terms, conditions and extent of sponsorship. |
| 7. Two recommendation letters | In the prescribed format, each in a sealed envelope signed by the recommender across the flap. Referees must mention your Application ID and Name at the top of the letter. |
| 8. Any other supporting documents (self-attested) | Certificates for extracurricular activities, achievements or special recognitions, if applicable. |
Placement & industry
About IIT Kanpur
Established in 1959 by the Government of India, the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is an Institute of National Importance, renowned globally for its excellence in education, research and innovation.
IIT Kanpur offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, integrated and research programs across science, engineering, management, humanities and design. Driven by its mission to provide leadership in technological innovation for India's growth, the Institute is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, innovators and changemakers.
With strong academic foundations, vibrant industry partnerships and a focus on excellence, creativity and social responsibility, IIT Kanpur continues its journey towards global eminence.
