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Post Graduate Diploma in Management - AI and Data Science

Post Graduate Diploma in Management - AI and Data Science

Application closes 23rd Apr 2025

  • Program Overview
  • Curriculum
  • Certificate
  • Faculty
  • Fees

Key Highlights of the PGDM Program

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    Designed for all professional experience levels

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    Future-focused curriculum including GenAI

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    No CAT/GATE required

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    Flexible learning format

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    Highly affordable program

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    Dedicated career support

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    Globally ranked institute with renowned faculty

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    Dedicated program manager to help with all queries

  • Accredited by AMBA

    Accredited by AMBA

  • Ranked 5th

    Ranked 5th

    By Analytics B-School

  • Accredited by AIU

    Accredited by AIU

  • Among Top  B-Schools In India

    Among Top B-Schools In India

    NHRDN-2019

  • NBA and SAQS Accredited

    NBA and SAQS Accredited

  • Ranked 34th

    Ranked 34th

    As per current NIRF ranking

About The Course

The PG Diploma in Management in Data Science and AI (PGDM-DSAI) is an online program by Great Lakes, designed for professionals aiming to excel in business, data science, and AI. It equips you to drive data-driven decisions and innovation in today’s dynamic business landscape.

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How does this program cater to different work experience levels?

Freshers: Gain a strong foundation with in-demand tech skills, a futuristic specialization, and create a robust professional network.
Professionals: Transition into tech-centric roles, unlock leadership opportunities, and stay ahead with cutting-edge AI skills.

What are the career outcomes for freshers and professionals?

Freshers: Roles like Business Analyst, Data-Driven Marketing Executive/AI Consultants
Professionals: Advanced roles such as AI Business Manager, Chief Data Officer (CDO), or Innovation Strategist, enabling leadership in tech-driven industries.

Upskill with a top-ranked MBA-level PGDM program

  • PGDM in Data Science and AI

    Traditional MBA

  • Focus

    hands upBusiness management with AI and Data Science

    hands downGeneric business management

  • Skills

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    hands downSoft skills with focus on traditional management principles

  • Industries

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    hands downSaturated with traditional roles

  • Learning method

    hands upHands-on projects and case studies

    hands downTheoretical case studies

  • Career Support

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Curriculum

The Online PGDM in Data Science and AI offers a cutting-edge curriculum that combines live virtual classes and recorded lectures. You'll delve into management concepts, advanced Data Science concepts, and foundational AI principles, including neural networks and Generative AI, while also learning to code. This 2-year online program, designed with an industry-focused curriculum, provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, all in a flexible format.

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Management Essentials

  • Marketing Management
  • Financial Accounting & Decision Making
  • Oral Communication
  • Microeconomics
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • Production & Operations Management
  • Financial Management
  • Karma Yoga
  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Optimization Techniques for Decision-Making
  • Macroeconomics
  • Strategic Management

Data Science & AI

  • Data Science & AI Foundations
  • Statistical Methods for Decision Making
  • SQL for Data Analytics
  • Python for AI & ML
  • Business Intelligence with Power BI
  • Predictive Modeling with Regression
  • Unsupervised Learning
  • Supervised Learning
  • Deep Learning & Neural Networks
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Foundations of Generative AI
  • Generative AI for Business Applications

Capstone

  • General Capstone -  End of Year I
  • Functional Capstone - End of Year II 

Disclaimer 1: The sequence of courses listed in this brochure is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the actual order in which the courses will be offered. The institution reserves the right to modify the sequence and schedule of courses as needed.

Disclaimer 2: The curriculum is indicative and is reviewed periodically by the academic committee in conjunction with advisory panels from industry and academia.

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Our faculty

  • Dr. Suresh Ramanathan  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Suresh Ramanathan

    Dean and Principal, Distinguished Professor - Marketing and Strategy Great Lakes institute of Management, Chennai

  • Dr. Suresh Srinivasan  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Suresh Srinivasan

    Distinguished Professor - Strategy and Accounting Great Lakes institute of Management, Chennai

  • Dr. D Narayana - Faculty Director

    Dr. D Narayana

    Senior Faculty, Academics, Great Learning

    Dr. Narayana holds a PhD in Mathematics from Pierre and Marie Curie University, Paris, France. He has more than 11 years of industry experience and over 4 years of academic research experience. Over these years, he has worked as a professor, trader, project manager, team lead, and developer. His areas of expertise include Machine learning, Optimization, Financial engineering, and High-frequency & algorithmic trading. He is proficient in R Language, Hadoop, Python & Big Data Technologies. He has published over ten research articles in international journals and conferences. He has taught courses in Big Data technologies, guided student projects, and mentored students at premier institutes.

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  • Dr. Sanjoy Sircar  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Sanjoy Sircar

    Professor and Program Director, Finance Great Lakes institute of Management, Chennai

  • Dr. Srabashi Basu - Faculty Director

    Dr. Srabashi Basu

    Professor, PhD Statistics

    Srabashi is an analytics expert and an academic administrator. She does extensive work in statistical applications in different areas like health analytics, complex data analytics, aviation industry, CRM etc. She has published research papers in many areas of statistics and is always eager to apply her skills in challenging areas including finance, retail, marketing and other areas. She also works as a Corporate Trainer in Business Analytics, Predictive Modeling, R and SAS and leverages her work experience to prepare business case studies. She has developed online course materials in Statistics, Business Analytics, R and SAS. She is involved in professional training and corporate coaching for more than a decade now. She is adept in developing course for short-term, long-term and regular classes as well as online learning. She is also an efficient academic administrator. Specialties: Big data analytics, Statistics, Marketing Research, Market Survey, Business Intelligence, R, SAS, Minitab, Professional training, Academic administration.

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  • Dr. Vishwanathan Iyer  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Vishwanathan Iyer

    Senior Associate Professor and Director of Accreditation, Finance & Accounting Great Lakes institute of Management, Chennai

  • Dr. Raj Krishnan Shankar  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Raj Krishnan Shankar

    Associate Professor and Program Director, Entrepreneurship and Strategy Great Lakes institute of Management, Chennai

  • Dr. Umashankar Venkatesh - Faculty Director

    Dr. Umashankar Venkatesh

    Professor - Marketing Great Lakes institute of Management, Gurgaon

  • Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar

    Senior Faculty & Director Academics, Great Learning

    Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar has B.Stat. and M.Stat. degrees from the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and a Ph.D. in Statistics from Stanford University. He was a lecturer at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a research staff member at IBM. Post this he spent a decade at General Electric (GE). He has provided committee service for the University Grants Commission (UGC) of the Government of India, for infoDev – a World Bank program, and for the National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM). He is a recipient of the ISI Alumni Association Medal, an IBM Invention Achievement Award, and the Radhakrishan Mentor Award from GE India. He is a seasoned academician and has taught at Stanford, ISI Delhi, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM-Bangalore), and the Indian Institute of Science. Currently, he is a Full-Time Faculty at Great Lakes. He is Associate Dean at the MYRA School of Business where he teaches courses such as business analytics, data mining, marketing research, and risk management. He is also co-founder of OmiX Labs – a startup company dedicated to low-cost medical diagnostics and nucleic acid testing.

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  • Dr. Jones  Mathew - Faculty Director

    Dr. Jones Mathew

    Principal & Head of Institution Professor - Marketing Great Lakes institute of Management, Gurgaon

  • Prof. Mukesh  Rao - Faculty Director

    Prof. Mukesh Rao

    Senior Faculty, Academics, Great Learning

    Prof. Mukesh Rao is a senior faculty of Data Science in Great Learning and he is responsible for designing data science courses offered and mentoring students with capstone projects. Prof. Mukesh has over 20 years of industry experience in Market Research, Project Management, and Data Science and has conducted extensive corporate training in Data Science and Big Data. He also works as a Data Science Trainer & Consultant for 4v Technologies and conducts training in core big data technologies and data science. He has headed Big Data teams at SourceOne and has worked with tech giants like Wipro Technologies.

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  • Dr. Sanchita Kuchi  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Sanchita Kuchi

    Professor - Data Science & AI, Great Lakes

    Dr. Sanchita holds a PhD (EFPM) from IIM Raipur, specialising in Information Systems, and a B.E. from NSIT. She has 16+ years of industry experience in Data Science and Analytics across various domains. During her industry stint, she has successfully delivered AI ML projects for Fortune 500 companies and designed various AI and ML-based upskilling initiatives. She was recognised in 2021 as ‘3AI Women to Watch Out in Analytics’ for her professional contributions. She aspires to leverage technical and research advancements to benefit learners and contribute to the research community through curriculum development and publications.

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Career Support

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    E-Portfolio

    An e-portfolio is a snapshot of all the projects done and skills acquired during the program that is shareable across social media channels. This will help you showcase your expertise to potential recruiters.

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    Exclusive Job Boards

    The program provides candidates access to a Job Board with job opportunities shared by 3300+ organisations.

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    Resume building and Interview preparation

    Build your resume to highlight your skills and your previous professional experience. Also, learn how to crack interviews with interview preparation sessions.

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    Career Guidance

    Get access to career mentoring from industry experts who’ve transitioned to roles in the industry. Benefit from their guidance on how to build a rewarding career.

The career support services provided as part of this program are offered by Great Learning.

Program Fee

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Benefits of learning with us

  • Immersive Learning Format with live teaching and case based learning
  • Comprehensive curriculum with new age AI and Data Science Modules
  • Highly affordable program
  • Resume building and mock interview sessions
  • WES Accredited
  • Gen AI for Business Applications

Application process

Our admissions close once the requisite number of participants enroll for the upcoming batch . Apply early to secure your seats.

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    1. Fill the application form

    Apply by filling a simple online application form.

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    2. Interview Process

    Go through a screening call with the Admission Director’s office.

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    3. Join program

    An offer letter will be rolled out to the select few candidates. Secure your seat by paying the admission fee.

Eligibility

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates) from a recognized university or institution.

Still have queries? Let’s Connect

Get in touch with our Program Advisors & get your queries clarified.

Speak with our expert +91 80468 01920 or email to pgdmaionline@greatlakes.edu.in

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