Indira Institute of Management

What Indira Institute of Management does

Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) is a private, nonprofit management education institution based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, established in 1994 under the Shree Chanakya Education Society (SCES) trust. It operates as an autonomous institute affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), with its MBA programme accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) since 2003 and approved by AICTE. IIMP is the flagship management institute within the Indira Group of Institutes, a 12-institution network covering Kindergarten through Doctorate with over 8,000 students.

IIMP offers a two-year flagship MBA programme with specialisations in Marketing, Finance, HR, Business Analytics, and Operations & Supply Chain Management; six BBA specialisations (Digital Business & Marketing, Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare Management, Mass Media Management, Consumer Marketing, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management); a doctoral programme through its Post Graduate Research Centre (PGRC) with 13 SPPU-approved PhD guides; and professional diplomas/certifications including a PG Diploma in Digital Marketing and a Certification Program in Aviation Management. The institute has built a placement network of 350+ corporate recruiters including TCS, Wipro, HDFC Bank, Deloitte, Amazon, HUL, and Coca-Cola, with a highest reported salary package of Rs. 14 Lakhs.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through tuition fees regulated by DTE Maharashtra and SPPU guidelines, with non-public fee disclosure. The institute participates in the DTE Maharashtra centralised counselling process as its primary admissions channel, supplemented by direct institutional admissions, the parent Indira Group's brand network, and outreach via LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp Business. The operational technology stack is non-proprietary and classroom-delivery focused; no proprietary software platform, API, or AI system is disclosed. Ownership is a family-founded trust structure led by Dr. Tarita Shankar (Chairperson & Chief Mentor) and Dr. Pandit Mali (Director since 2004).

Name

Indira Institute of Management

Legal name

Indira Institute of Management Pune (IIMP)

Website

https://indiraiimp.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) is a SPPU-affiliated, NBA-accredited private management school in Pune, India, offering MBA, six BBA specialisations, PhD, and diploma programmes to undergraduate and postgraduate students under the Indira Group of Institutes.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education – Management Business School

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHAHAB

MBA & Executive MBA Programs

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Business Schools & Management Institutes

SECONDARYEDAHAHAO

Management Research Institutes & Doctoral (PhD/DBA) Programs

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Business Schools & Management Institutes

Keywords

• Management education
• MBA programs
• BBA specializations
• Doctoral research
• Business school

Headquarters

HQ city

Pune

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees charged for MBA, BBA, PhD, and diploma programmes. Fees are paid by students per academic year/semester as per SPPU and DTE guidelines. Additional revenue streams include examination fees, placement processing fees, and programme-specific charges.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Indira Institute of Management Pune (IIMP) is an autonomous, NBA-accredited management education institute that delivers full-time MBA, BBA, PhD, and professional diploma programs affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University. It sells academic degrees and professional diplomas to individual students, charging tuition fees regulated by DTE Maharashtra and SPPU, and supplements classroom learning with mandatory internships, industry projects, and campus placements through 350+ corporate recruiters.

Product overview

Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) is an educational institution offering a portfolio of management education programs including a two-year MBA program (flagship), multiple BBA specializations (Digital Business & Marketing, Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare Management, Mass Media Management, Consumer Marketing, Logistics & Supply Chain Management), doctoral research (Ph.D. through PGRC), and professional diplomas/certifications (Digital Marketing, Aviation Management). The institute operates as an autonomous body affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, with NBA accreditation for its MBA program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MBA Program Two-year full-time Master of Business Administration programme affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, offering specialisations in Marketing Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Business Analytics, and Operations & Supply Chain Management. Targets postgraduate students seeking management careers with campus placement support.
• BBA Digital Business and Marketing Bachelor of Business Administration specialisation focused on digital marketing strategies, online business models, and modern marketing techniques. Targets undergraduate students seeking careers in digital marketing and online business.
• BBA Banking and Financial Services BBA specialisation covering banking operations, financial services, insurance, and wealth management sectors. Targets undergraduate students seeking careers in banking and financial services.
• BBA Healthcare Management BBA specialisation in healthcare and hospital management, preparing students for leadership roles in the healthcare industry with hospital collaborations for practical exposure. Targets undergraduate students targeting the healthcare sector.
• BBA Mass Media Management BBA specialisation in mass media and communication studies, covering advertising, public relations, journalism, and film/TV production and OTT media. Designed in partnership with Indira School of Communication. Targets undergraduate students aiming for media and communication careers.
• BBA Consumer Marketing BBA specialisation focusing on consumer behaviour, retail management, and marketing strategies. Targets undergraduate students aiming for careers in consumer goods, retail, and brand marketing.
• BBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management BBA specialisation in logistics, supply chain management, and operations focusing on inventory, distribution, and supply chain optimisation. Targets undergraduate students pursuing careers in logistics, operations, and supply chain management.
• PhD Program (PGRC) Doctoral research programme under Savitribai Phule Pune University offering PhD in Management specialisations including Marketing, Financial Management, HRM, and Computer Management. Targets researchers and aspiring academics engaged in management research.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing Professional diploma programme focusing on digital marketing skills including SEO, social media marketing, content marketing, and analytics. Targets working professionals and graduates seeking digital marketing credentials.
• Certification Program in Aviation Management Professional certification programme in aviation management offered in partnership with Indira School of Aviation. Targets individuals seeking entry-level qualifications for the aviation industry.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rs. 14 Lakhs highest salary package offered to MBA graduates
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020IIMP's Indirapreneur Cell (E-Cell) conducted an Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp in collaboration with EDII from 23-25 January 2020. More than 70 students participated, with startup visits organised at BHAU Institute and Incubation Centre in Pune.
• IIT Kharagpur (VGSOM)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019IIMP PhD faculty Dr. Swayam Prakash Singh completed a multivariate data analysis workshop at VGSOM, IIT Kharagpur as part of faculty development.
• Manipal HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManipal Hospital serves as the primary internship and placement partner for BBA Healthcare Management students. Students undertake structured internships at Manipal Hospital Baner, working alongside medical staff to gain hands-on healthcare management experience. Multiple student testimonials confirm internship placements at Manipal Hospital.
• Poona HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPoona Hospital is part of IIMP's hospital collaboration network for the BBA Healthcare Management programme, providing clinical exposure and internship opportunities for healthcare management students.
• Aditya Birla Memorial HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAditya Birla Memorial Hospital collaborates with IIMP for the BBA Healthcare Management programme, offering internship and hospital management training exposure to students.
• Jehangir HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJehangir Hospital is included in IIMP's hospital collaboration network for healthcare management students, providing practical training and industry exposure.
• Satyanand Hospital, Lifeline Hospital, Parmar Hospital, Lotus Hospital, Ranka Hospital, Healing Touch Hospital, Maxcare Hospital, Karne Hospital, Morya Multi-Speciality Hospital, Phoenix Hospital, Noble Hospitals, Krishna Hospital, Naik Hospital, AIMS HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA network of 14+ hospitals across Pune collaborate with IIMP for the BBA Healthcare Management programme, providing clinical and administrative exposure to students.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationIndira Group of Institutes has a campus agreement with Microsoft for software usage. Microsoft has also conducted workshops at Indira campuses for train-the-trainer modules, enhancing technology integration in education.
• Bhau Institute and Incubation Centre, PuneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs part of the Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp conducted with EDII, IIMP students visited Bhau Institute's incubation centre in Pune for startup exposure and mentorship.
• Harvard Business School (Case Resources)coreTechnology or IntegrationIIMP's audio-visual centres are supported by Harvard Business School resources, providing case studies and multimedia learning content for management education.
• Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIIMP is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and its PhD centre is recognised by SPPU for doctoral research in Management (Faculty of Commerce and Management). SPPU regulates admissions, curriculum, and examinations.
• AICTE (All India Council of Technical Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAICTE is the regulatory body that has approved IIMP's programmes. The institute has received AICTE sponsorship for Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) on Data Science with R and Statistical Analysis.
• NBA (National Board of Accreditation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Board of Accreditation (NBA) conducts periodic accreditation reviews of IIMP's MBA programme. IIMP has been accredited since 2003 and re-accredited four times, with the 5th cycle visit awaited in April 2024.
• FICCI FLO (Pune Chapter)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDr. Tarita Shankar, Chairperson of Indira Group of Institutes, delivered an address at FICCI FLO Pune Chapter, Asia's largest women's entrepreneurial organisation, promoting the institute's brand among women business leaders.
• Indira School of Communication (ISC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerISC is the Expert Knowledge Partner for IIMP's BBA-MMM (Mass Media Management) programme, designing in-depth modules across Publishing, Radio, TV, OTT, and Digital Media with hands-on training.
• IIM AhmedabadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIIM Ahmedabad has conducted Faculty Development Programmes that IIMP faculty (Dr. Pallavi Sajanapwar) have attended, contributing to pedagogical excellence.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB): XIMB is a leading private Indian B-school delivering a two-year MBA equivalent program with comparable recruiter base, AACSB/NBA-equivalent accreditation pursuits, and tier-tier-2 positioning. Comparable business model and target student segment.
• Christ University, Bangalore (Department of Management): Christ University runs a top-ranked private B-school and undergraduate management programs in India, with a similar autonomous/not-for-profit trust governance model and broad BBA / MBA portfolio. It targets the same national pool of private-BBA applicants.
• MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), School of Business: MIT-WPU Pune operates the School of Business offering MBA and BBA programs in the same Pune market, with comparable BBA specialization breadth. It contests the same DTE central counselling and corporate recruitment pipeline as IIMP.
• Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) Pune: SIBM Pune is one of India's most established private B-Schools, also based in Pune and offering a flagship MBA program affiliated to Symbiosis International University. It competes head-on with IIMP for the same MBA applicant pool, Maharashtra students, and corporate recruiters.
• Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), Chennai: LIBA is a private, trust-run B-school offering a two-year MBA in Chennai with similar autonomous college status and NBA-equivalent accreditation. Compares directly on scale, governance model, and recruiter footprint with IIMP.
• Pune University Department of Management Studies (PUMBA / SPPU): PUMBA is the management department of Savitribai Phule Pune University itself — the same affiliating university IIMP is autonomous from. It offers MBA and doctoral programs drawing from identical Pune/Maharashtra student pools, making it the closest public-system comparator to IIMP.
• FLAME University, Pune: FLAME University in Pune is a private liberal-arts and business institution delivering undergraduate and postgraduate management programs targeting similar tier-1/tier-2 Indian applicants. Overlaps with IIMP on BBA/program structure, Pune location, and recruitment relationships.

Regional players

• Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management (WeSchool), Mumbai: WeSchool is a prominent Mumbai-based autonomous private B-school with comparable program structure, autonomous status, and Maharashtra-recruiter focus. Competes for the same western-India MBA applicant pool that IIMP draws from, without being in the same city.

Broad incumbents

• Amity Business School (Amity University): Amity operates multiple business schools across India with similar BBA/MBA/PhD portfolios as IIMP. While much larger in scale, it competes for the same private-B-school applicant segments across India, including Maharashtra.
• MICA, Ahmedabad: MICA is a more established specialized Indian business school focused on Strategic Marketing and Communications, with a higher national ranking and stronger recruiter orientation. Overlaps with IIMP's digital marketing and consumer marketing BBA specializations, drawing from the same aspirational applicant base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/IIMP_MBA
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100070650978672
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/indira-institute-of-management-pune-mba
• Instagraminstagram.com/indira_iimp_bba

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

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