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Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai is a top B-School in India recognized for its internationally benchmarked curriculum, leadership development, and extensive industry interface. Established by Dr. Bala V. Balachandran, a world-renowned management guru, the institution has rapidly emerged as a top player with innovative pedagogy and outstanding placement figures.

 

Situated on a peaceful 32-acre campus in Manamai (within close proximity of Mahabalipuram), the Great Lakes Chennai campus combines eco-friendly design with state-of-the-art academic facilities. It provides a variety of full-time and executive management programs, and is accredited by world-renowned international and national organizations such as AMBA (UK), SAQS, and AICTE.

 

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Highlights

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Details

Full Name

Great Lakes Institute of Management

Location

Chennai (Manamai), Tamil Nadu

Established Year

2004

Approved By

AICTE, NBA, AMBA, SAQS

Affiliated To

Independent Autonomous B-School

Founder

Dr. Bala V. Balachandran

 

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Important Dates

(Tentative)

Event

Date

Application Opens

October 2024

Early Decision Deadline

December 2024

Cycle 2 Deadline

January 2025

Interviews

January – March 2025

Final Results Announcement

April 2025

Program Commencement

June/July 2025

 

Refer to official notifications for exact dates.

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Admission Process

Admissions to Great Lakes are holistic and merit-based, considering test scores, academics, work experience, and personal interview.

 

Steps:

 

  • Online Application through the Official Website

 

  • Submission of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT Scores

 

  • Shortlisting Based on Profile and Test Scores

 

  • Personal Interview (Online/Offline)

 

  • Offer Rollout and Fee Payment

 

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Scholarship

Scholarship Type

Eligibility

Merit-Based Scholarships

High CAT/XAT/GMAT scores and strong academics

Diversity Scholarships

Women, Non-engineers, and Regional Diversity

Financial Aid

Based on income documents and personal assessment

Corporate Sponsored

Partner companies and organizations

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Placements

Parameter

Details

Placement Rate

100% (Consistent across years)

Top Recruiters

Deloitte, EY, Accenture, Amazon, Infosys, HCL, ADP

Average Salary

Rs12.8 LPA (PGPM), Rs11.4 LPA (PGDM)

Highest Salary Offered

Rs34 LPA (International Role)

Placement Support

Career Services Team, Mock GD/PI, Corporate Mentoring

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Rankings

Ranked 31 for MBA by NIRF 2023

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Courses & Fees

Course 1st Year Fees Eligibility
PGDM ₹7.38L (1st Year Fees) CMAT, CAT

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Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Facilities

Auditorium Auditorium

Cafeteria Cafeteria
Computer Lab Computer Lab
Gym Gym
Hostel Hostel
Laboratory Laboratory
Library Library
Medical Emergency Medical Emergency

Sport Sport


Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Recruitersss

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Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... Ratings & Reviews

Academics
Academics

8.7 / 10

Faculty
Faculty

9 / 10

Infrastructure
Infrastructure

9 / 10

Placement
Placement

8 / 10

Social Life
Social Life

8.2 / 10

Accommodation
Accommodation

8.7 / 10


Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che... FAQs


Yes, it is AICTE approved and accredited by AMBA, NBA, and SAQS.


CAT, XAT, GMAT, and CMAT (only for PGDM) are accepted.


Yes, fully residential campus with AC hostels and modern amenities.


PGPM is a 1-year full-time program for working professionals; PGDM is a 2-year full-time program for freshers and early-career professionals.


Yes, global immersion programs and foreign university collaborations are available.


Yes, varied clubs in marketing, finance, analytics, sports, arts, and CSR.

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Che...  Address

Dr. Bala V. Balachandar Campus, East Coast Rd, Manamai, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu 603102

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