Indian School of Development Management FAQs

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When does the admission process start at ISDM?

Ans.Admissions for the year 2023- 2024 are currently ongoing. ISDM is accepting applications from prospective students till 4th June 2023. Further dates are yet to be announced.

What type of student is ISDM looking for?

Ans.ISDM welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. Applicants need to be passionate, driven and committed. The admissions process has been designed to judge candidates on the basis of their skills.

Are there hostel facilities at ISDM?

Ans.ISDM does not have living facilities at present for their students. There are, however, plenty of accommodations within 5 km of the campus.

What is life like at ISDM?

Ans.ISDM is the perfect place to grow professionally and personally. Students are taught by experienced faculty members and get plenty of opportunities to explore their interests and passions.

Is there a fieldwork component to ISDM’s PGP DM?

Ans.ISDM’s PGP DM does have a fieldwork component which is done during the second term. It is a two-week immersive program where students are introduced to all aspects of working on the ground with people.

How to apply for Indian School of development management (ISDM)?

Any eligible interested individual can go to the website www.isdm.org.in or by typing ISDM or Indian School of Development Management using any search engine. On the home page, there are the complete details of the course, a downloadable brochure and an application form.

What is the Indian School of development management?

Bricoleurs: Gearing students to address complex development challenges The Indian School of Development Management was founded on a simple but urgent premise: Management School curricula are inadequate and often at odds with the needs of the social sector.

Why should you study development management at ISDM?

ISDM recognises the need to 'professionalize’ the Leading and Managing of Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs). The institute is the go-to choice for students across the country for an education in development management. ISDM is known for its excellent placement records where it partners with over 200 partners in the industry.

What makes ISDM a good school?

ISDM ticked all the boxes that I was looking for - experiential learning, learning from the best people in the field, bringing a management lens and a curriculum that focuses on not just the learnings of the field but also individual growth and reflection. Collaboration has been a key to do anything and everything at ISDM.

Are competitive exam scores mandatory for ISDM admission?

No, competitive exam scores are not mandatory for admission at the Indian School of Development Management. However, it is recommended to submit valid GMAT, CAT, NMAT, and GRE scores as they act as a plus point during the personal interview round.

What is the Indian School of Development Management registration fee?

The ISDM application fee charge is nil.

What is the Indian School of Development Management admission criteria?

The ISDM minimum eligibility criteria is an undergraduate degree in any stream for admission to the Post Graduate Program in Development Management.