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India has a wide variety of Agri-plantation-horticultural produce that have potential markets beyond the national boundaries. There is a great opportunity for marketing the raw produce along with value-added products internationally, for which a foreign market analysis, especially for export, is required. The export management programmes are designed to enable participants to have detailed insights into enhancing the acceptance and marketability of these products in the global markets.
2 years program
12 students
Vision of the PGDM AEBM Program
To be the most preferred global program for aspiring Agri-Export Business Managers and Entrepreneurs.
Mission of AEBM Program
M1: Develop Globally Competent and Socially Responsible Leaders and managers in Agri- Export Sector
M2: Impart Quality Teaching & Learning with Rigor & Relevance to Agri-Export Industry
M3: Enhance Internationalization through Experiential Learning, Research Collaboration & Multicultura Immersions
M4: Continuously strive to Develop Academic, Physical and Research Environment
Genesis of IIPM
IIPM set up at the initiative of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, is a renowned academic institute offering postgraduate program in Agricultural Export & Business Management. IIPM’s mandate is to create a unique pool of talented professionals in the domain and provide career advancement opportunities to its students.
International linkages
India has a significant role to play in the evolving global supply chain for products and services, thus creating huge prospects for the growth of the country’s agricultural exports to major markets worldwide. Our PGDM- AEBM aims to generate a large pool of competent and committed professionals to take up the varied business management roles in India’s Export Sector. The program will enable the students to acquire the requisite knowledge, skills and
attitude critical for tapping the vast employment potential and start-up opportunities emerging in this sector.
Program Duration: 2-year Residential Program commencing July 2023.
The programme is divided into 6 trimesters covering 102 credits including Corporate Training Segment (Summer Internship) of 12 weeks. It integrates operational, behavioural, managerial and strategic aspects of business with a fusion of knowledge, skill, attitude, values and ethics. Intensive-Institute- Industry–Interaction brings experts from plantation and associated agribusiness closer to the student community and the programme is customized to suit their requirements. The curriculum is updated periodically catering to the ever changing need of the industry. Students have opportunities to interact with industry leaders through vision building talks.
Teaching and Learning
PGDM-AEBM offers a range of sector-specific courses to meet requirements of the industry. The faculty carefully craft curriculum and develop effective Assurance of Learning (AoL) resources and best practices for student learning. IIPM contributes to students through three primary activities: teaching, research and corporate training/ internship. The faculty and academic facilities (library, computer centre, technical lab, knowledge resource centre, career devolopment unit), campus and academic ambience are unsurpassed by those of any institutions. The institute offers its teaching and learning transactions through lectures, video, seminar, group work, case study method, issue analysis, cyber learning, role plays, (sensory test for product innovation), market survey, field & industry visits, study abroad and guest lectures. The Knowledge Resource Centre of the institute is equipped with state-of-the-art, digital language and communication skills lab, where students get a hands on experience to acquire business communication skills.
| Description | Name of Courses | Credits |
| Trimester – I (July – October) | ||
| Program Specific | Fundamentals of AEBM | 3 |
| General | Managerial Economics | 3 |
| Functional | Financial Accounting for Management | 3 |
| Analytics | Organization Design & Behavior | 3 |
| Statistics for Management | 3 | |
| IT Applications in Business | 1.5 | |
| Skill Development Workshops | Business Communication | 1.5 |
| Business Writing | ||
| Adaptability | ||
| Total | 18 | |
| Description | Name of Courses | Credits |
| Trimester – IV (July – October) | ||
| Program Specific | International Contracts & Trade Laws | 3 |
| Strategic Management in AEB | 3 | |
| General | Entrepreneurship & Innovation | 3 |
| Functional | Global Quality & Safety Management | 3 |
| Analytics | Product & Brand Management for Exports | 3 |
| Skill Development Workshops | Foreigen Language | 1.5 |
| Projects | Thesis Proposal Formulation & Submission | 2 |
| 18.5 | ||
| Trimester – II (October – January) | ||
| Program Specific | Fundamentals of Foreign Trade | 3 |
| General | Business Environment & Policy | 1.5 |
| Business Ethics and Sustainability | 1.5 | |
| Functional | Marketing Management | 3 |
| Cost & Management Accounting | 3 | |
| Analytics | Prescriptive Analytics | 1.5 |
| Skill Development Workshops | Self-Portrait & Resume Creation | 1.5 |
| Time Management & Personal Effectiveness | ||
| Yoga | ||
| Projects | Winter Project | 1.5 |
| 16.5 | ||
| Trimester – V (November – January) | ||
| Program Specific | Value Addition & Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| Customs, Shipping and Insurance | 1.5 | |
| Functional and Specializations | Commodity & Currency Derivatives | 3 |
| Analytics | Business Analytics | 3 |
| Skill Development Workshops | Story Telling | 1.5 |
| Leading Effectively | ||
| Case Study Development | ||
| Projects | Thesis Development & Report Submission | 4 |
| 16 | ||
| Trimester – III (February – May) | ||
| Program Specific | Production & Operations Management for Agri-Exports | 3 |
| Functional | International Financial Management | 3 |
| International Marketing Management | 3 | |
| International Human Resource Management | 3 | |
| Analytics | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| Skill Development Workshops | Handling Interviews | 1.5 |
| Emotional Intelligence | ||
| Group Discussion | ||
| 16.5 | ||
| Trimester – Vi (February – April) | ||
| Program Specific | Project Finance for Exports | 3 |
| Functional and Specializations | B2B Sales Management | 3 |
| Digital Marketing | 3 | |
| Skill Development Workshops | Elevator Pitch | 1.5 |
| Business Plan Writing and Workplace Etiquette | ||
| Yoga | ||
| Projects | Thesis Presentation & Viva | 2 |
| 12.5 | ||
| Total | 102 | |
Vision of the PGDM AEBM Program
To be the most preferred global program for aspiring Agri-Export Business Managers and Entrepreneurs.
Mission of AEBM Program
M1: Develop Globally Competent and Socially Responsible Leaders and managers in Agri- Export Sector
M2: Impart Quality Teaching & Learning with Rigor & Relevance to Agri-Export Industry
M3: Enhance Internationalization through Experiential Learning, Research Collaboration & Multicultura Immersions
M4: Continuously strive to Develop Academic, Physical and Research Environment
Genesis of IIPM
IIPM set up at the initiative of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, is a renowned academic institute offering postgraduate program in Agricultural Export & Business Management. IIPM’s mandate is to create a unique pool of talented professionals in the domain and provide career advancement opportunities to its students.
Program Highlights
International Alliances

Aim Of AEBM
India has a significant role to play in the evolving global supply chain for products and services, thus creating huge prospects for the growth of the country’s agricultural exports to major markets worldwide. Our PGDM- AEBM aims to generate a large pool of competent and committed professionals to take up the varied business management roles in India’s Export Sector. The program will enable the students to acquire the requisite knowledge, skills and
attitude critical for tapping the vast employment potential and start-up opportunities emerging in this sector.
Curriculum Outline And Contents
Program Duration: 2-year Residential Program commencing July 2023.
The programme is divided into 6 trimesters covering 102 credits including Corporate Training Segment (Summer Internship) of 12 weeks. It integrates operational, behavioural, managerial and strategic aspects of business with a fusion of knowledge, skill, attitude, values and ethics. Intensive-Institute- Industry–Interaction brings experts from plantation and associated agribusiness closer to the student community and the programme is customized to suit their requirements. The curriculum is updated periodically catering to the ever changing need of the industry. Students have opportunities to interact with industry leaders through vision building talks.

Teaching and Learning
PGDM-AEBM offers a range of sector-specific courses to meet requirements of the industry. The faculty carefully craft curriculum and develop effective Assurance of Learning (AoL) resources and best practices for student learning. IIPM contributes to students through three primary activities: teaching, research and corporate training/ internship. The faculty and academic facilities (library, computer centre, technical lab, knowledge resource centre, career devolopment unit), campus and academic ambience are unsurpassed by those of any institutions. The institute offers its teaching and learning transactions through lectures, video, seminar, group work, case study method, issue analysis, cyber learning, role plays, (sensory test for product innovation), market survey, field & industry visits, study abroad and guest lectures. The Knowledge Resource Centre of the institute is equipped with state-of-the-art, digital language and communication skills lab, where students get a hands on experience to acquire business communication skills.
AIM of AEBM
India has a significant role to play in the evolving global supply chain for products and services, thus creating huge prospects for the growth of the country’s agricultural exports to major markets worldwide. Our PGDM-AEBM aims to generate a large pool of competent and committed professionals to take up the varied business management roles in India’s export sector. The program will enable the students to acquire the requisite knowledge, skills and attitude critical for tapping the vast employment potential and start-up opportunities emerging in this sector.
Curriculum Outline and Contents
Program Duration: 24 months Residential Program commencing July 2026.
The programme is divided into 6 trimesters covering 102 credits including Corporate Training Segment (Summer Internship) of 12 weeks. It integrates operational, behavioural, managerial and strategic aspects of business with a fusion of knowledge, skill, attitude, values and ethics. Intensive-Institute- Industry-Interaction brings experts from plantation and associated agribusiness closer to the student community and the programme is customized to suit their requirements. The curriculum is updated periodically catering to the ever changing need of the industry. Students have opportunities to interact with industry leaders through vision building talks.
Program curriculum grouping based on course components
Course Component | Curriculum Content (% of total number of credits of the program | Total number of contact hours | Total number of credits |
Program Core | 75% | 765 | 76.5 |
Open Electives | 2.94% | 30 | 3 |
Skill Development Workshops | 8.82% | 90 | 9 |
Winter Project | 1.47% | 15 | 1.5 |
Corporate Training Segment | 3.92% | 40 | 4 |
Research Project/Final Dissertation | 7.84% | 80 | 8 |
Total | 100% | 1020 | 102 |
Teaching and Learning
PGDM-AEBM offers a range of sector-specific courses to meet requirements of the industry. The faculty carefully craft curriculum and develop effective Assurance of Learning (AoL) resources and best practices for student learning.
IIPM contributes to students through three primary activities: teaching, research and corporate training/ internship. The faculty and academic facilities (library, computer centre, technical lab, knowledge resource centre and career development unit), campus and academic ambience are unsurpassed by those of any institutions. The institute offers its teaching and learning transactions through lectures, video, seminar, group work, case study method, issue analysis, cyber learning, role plays, (sensory test for product innovation), market survey, field & industry visits, study abroad and guest lectures. The Knowledge Resource Centre of the institute is equipped with state-of-the-art, digital language and communication skills lab, where students get a hands on experience to acquire business communication skills.
Program structure and credit Hours


IIPM invites application for PGDM-AEBM from graduates in Agriculture and Allied Sciences from a University or Institution recognized by ICAR and UGC.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
1. The candidate must hold a valid 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA [55% in case of candidates who belong to scheduled caste (SC)/ scheduled tribe (ST), and persons with disabilities (PWD) category] from any University or Institution recognized by ICAR and UGC.
Allied Sciences shall include: Agriculture, Agri –Business Management/Commercial Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Biotechnology, Dairy Science/Technology, Fisheries, Forestry, Horticulture, Sericulture, Veterinary Sciences and Agricultural Information Technology, Commerce (Hons)/EXIM and any related disciplines
2. NRIs, PIOs and foreign students are eligible to apply with equivalent certificate issued by the competent authority.
Candidates who are appearing for final semester exam are also eligible to apply.
Selected candidates will have to submit the degree certificate and aggregate marks/CGPA/OGPA as per last date specified by AICTE for the year 2026.
3. The candidates must have a valid score in any one of the National Level Eligibility Tests (NLET) viz., CAT/CMAT/MAT
4. Reservation of seats will be applicable for EWS, OBC (Non-creamy Layer), SC, ST, and PWD categories as per Govt. of India rules.
5. Candidates must ensure that, they meet the required eligibility. Provisional admission does not confirm eligibility; the final decision rests with IIPMB
Selection Procedure: Academic Records, Diversity, NLET+ IPAT, Writing Ability, Group Discussion, Personal Interview…Selection for AEBM |
6. Each candidate will be assigned a score based on their performance in various components as detailed in the following table:
Sl. No. | Criteria | Weightage |
1 | SSC (10th) | 5% |
2 | HSC (12th) | 5% |
3 | Under Graduate Degree (UG)* | 20% |
4 | Diversity** | 5% |
5 | NLET +IIPM Professional Aptitude Test (IPAT) | 20% |
6 | Group Discussion (GD) | 20% |
7 | Personnel Interview (PI) | 25% |
Total | 100% | |
Note:
*For computing the UG score and ensuring uniformity, the average marks up to the pre-final year (average of 6 semesters) for 10+2+4 shall be used for preparing the merit list.
**Being a national institute IIPM believes in pan-India diversity and inclusiveness to enhance the knowledge dissemination and learning process.
7. IIPM’s Professional Aptitude Test (IPAT) is compulsory and will be conducted in offline mode. The examination will consist of a total of 50 questions related to subject matter (i.e., Agriculture and Allied Sciences), each carrying 1 mark, with a duration of 60 minutes. There will be no negative marking.
8. A rank list will be prepared based on students’ performance (i.e., SSC, HSC, UG, Diversity, NLET+IPAT, GD and PI).
9. The final merit list will be prepared based on the overall performance taking into consideration all categories of applicant (i.e., GEN, EWS, OBC (non-creamy layer), SC, ST, and PWD).
Please note:
NLET and IPAT scores will each carry 50% weightage.
A candidate’s performance in extracurricular activities and any additional qualifications, accomplishments, and work experience, may also be considered during the interview process.
Sl. No. | Particulars | 1st Year Fee | 2nd Year Fee | ||||
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| Hostel A & B | Hostel C | Hostel A & B | Hostel C | ||
I | Tuition Fee : Rs. Rs. 6,34,170/- (2 Years) | Rs.
| 3,12,400.00 | 3,12,400.00 | 3,21,770.00 | 3,21,770.00 | |
1 | A. Rs. 1,56,200/- First Instalment (1st Year) |
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2 | Hostel Fee/HK-Maintenance, Electricity & Water Charges (In & Off-Campus) | ||||||
A | Block A & B – Rs. 4,600/- pm per room with common toilet (only for ladies) | Rs. | 55,200.00 | – | 55,200.00 | – | |
B* | Block C – Rs. 5500/- pm per room with attached toilet (only for ladies) | Rs. | 66,000.00 | 66,000.00 | |||
3** | Mess & Cafeteria maintenance/ Service Charges for (Ten Month) | Rs. | 70,150.00 | 70,150.00 | 70,150.00 | 70,150.00 | |
4 | Computer Lab/Internet (Excluding Consumables) | Rs. | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 | |
5 | Library fee for 2 years | Rs. | 10,000.00 | 10,000.00 | — | — | |
6 | CTS / Career Development Services Fee | Rs. | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 | |
7 | Student Welfare (Sports, Co-Curricular activities, Insurance, Handbook/ID Card) | Rs. | 7,100.00 | 7,100.00 | 7,100.00 | 7,100.00 | |
8 | Alumni Fees | Rs. | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 | — | — | |
9 | Field/Industry Study Expenses | Rs. | 25,000.00 | 25,000.00 | — | — | |
10 | Refundable Caution Deposit (Subject to adjustments if any) | Rs. | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 | — | — | |
11 | Convocation Fee | Rs. | — | — | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 | |
Sub Total – I | Rs. | 5,28,850.00 | 5,39,650.00 | 4,83,220.00 | 4,94,020.00 | ||
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Fee for NRI / PIO total Package (all inclusive) | $ | $ 6640 | $ 6130 | ||||
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II | OPTIONAL |
| 1st Year | 2nd Year | |||
1 | Study Abroad on PGDM-ABPM for International Visit with Valid Passport | Rs. | 50,000.00 | 50,000.00 | — | — | |
2 | Laptop | Rs. | 50,000.00 | 50,000.00 | — | — | |
3 | Books and reading material expenses @ Rs. 4,000/- per Trimester | Rs. | 12,000.00 | 12,000.00 | 12,000.00 | 12,000.00 | |
Grand Total I & II | Rs. | 6,40,850.00 | 6,51,650.00 | 4,95,220.00 | 5,06,020.00 | ||
* Allotment based on availability & on first cum fee payer basis. Mess & Hostel Fees to be paid in full at the time of Admission.
** Subject to change in CPI & taxes.
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