PGDM Salary, Jobs, Scope in India

Duration

2 Years

Average Fees

INR 3 - 12 LPA

Updated on Jan 4, 2023 by Kripal Thapa

Post Graduate Diploma In Management jobs in India are in high demand and have a good job scope in today's developing world. Any student can get placed in recruitment drives after completing the PGDM course (if placements exist in their institution). Other than that, the PGDM syllabus and subjects prepare and train the students for various job opportunities in both the private and government sectors.

Career Prospects and Job Scope for a PGDM Graduate

In most cases, the PGDM course is considered a cakewalk for the graduates to get placed in a management firm. One of the reasons is that after the course, the aspirants can be considered professionals because of the course structure, thus making them capable of having a good job scope and skills.

In fact, at times, most graduates educate themselves more, which makes them more capable of working. Another reason for ease in getting the job is the campus interviews.

Some of the best jobs for PGDM graduates freshers are:

International Sales Manager
Corporate Banking
Commercial Credit
Equity Research

Some of the best PGDM jobs designation for aspirants with experience are:

Trade Finance Services
Management Consultant
Wealth Management
Project Managers

Areas of Recruitment for PGDM Graduate

Post Graduate Diploma in Management graduates have a good job scope in India and can work both in the public and private sectors, depending on their interests, skills, and the type of occupation they want to choose. Both have their plus points and job benefits. Some of the professions that a PGDM graduate can take are:

Research Organizations
Advisor or Business Consultant
Entrepreneurship
Management committees

PGDM Jobs in Banks

PGDM professionals in banks are responsible for maintaining a healthy relationship between a company and its consumers. There are PGDM bank positions accessible, including bank sales officer, relationship manager, and executive manager. The table below displays the various job profiles and their average annual pay.

Job Role	Salary
Bank sales officer	INR 3 LPA
Probationary officer	INR 4 LPA
CNC Operator	INR 1.92 LPA
Executive Manager	INR 5 LPA
Operation manager	INR 8 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

PGDM Jobs in Educational Institute

The education business is flourishing, particularly in India, where the emphasis is on providing high-quality education from elementary school through higher education.

Education management specialists are employed by IT solutions corporations, education portals, schools, universities, non-profit organisations, coaching centres, and other government and privately owned institutions.

Job Role	Salary(per annum)
Education Policy Developer	INR 44.34 LPA
College Marketing Officer	INR 48.31 LPA
Student Counsellor	INR 3 LPA
Curriculum Developer	INR 5.66 LPA
Admission Counsellor	INR 2.08 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

PGDM Jobs in Non Profit Organisations

The demand for consultants is steadily increasing. They help firms identify difficulties, build optimum solutions, and collect the most resources possible. Below are some of the careers and opportunities available to applicants interested in working for a non-profit organisation.

Post	Salary(per annum)
Business Transformation Consultant	INR 15.12 LPA
Senior Finance Analyst	INR 6.04 LPA
Product Quantity Officer	INR 3.65 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

PGDM Jobs in Export Companies

Shipping, DocumentationMarketing, and Packaging Departments of Multinational Corporations (MNCs) and other International Trade Firms are frequent places to find PGDM possibilities in this field.

In the table below, you'll find the job title and average income for each position:

Job Role	Salary (per annum)
Commercial Manager	INR 15.2 LPA
Procurement manager	INR 12.63 LPA
Fema Specialist	INR 55.35 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

PGDM Jobs Gender Breakdown

Gender-based employment has remained a source of worry in our culture, and knowing the ratio of male to female employees in any industry has become more important. Generally in the industry, there are 76% of males and women only take up the ratio of 23%. But many organisations in the country are working to slowly and steadily cover this gap.

Salary Packages for PGDM graduate

PGDM is a course that helps in the specialization in the field of management. The salary varies for each sector- government and private and the type of job or even the skills possessed by the aspirant.

The table below contains the PGDM salary range in India:

PGDM Salary Range	Amount
Highest Salary	INR 7.7 LPA
Lowest Salary	INR 1.6 LPA
Average Salary	INR 3.6 LPA

Source: Ambition Box

Listed below is the PGDM salary in India:

PGDM Salary in India
Designation	Salary
Business Consultant	INR 9.86 LPA
Marketing Manager	INR 7.15 LPA
HR Manager	INR 7.15 LPA
PR Officer	INR 3.01 LPA
Finance Manager	INR 9.99 LPA
Strategic Manager	INR 10.84 LPA
Brand Manager	INR 10.55 LPA
International Sales Manager	INR 10.80 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

Government Jobs for PGDM Aspirants

Due to the high demand, government career options for PGDM graduates keep increasing. The increase in the country's development has led to a flow of opportunities from the government sector. PGDM freshers can work as HR assistants, business managers, or financial analysts. A PGDM starting salary in India ranges from INR 2.5 LPA - to INR 8.5 LPA, which increases with experience.

While some companies prefer PGDM freshers, most look for PGDM graduates with at least a year or two of experience and appropriate skills. A few of the government companies, along with their job designation and salary, are given below:

Top PGDM Government jobs in India
Top Government Companies	Job Profiles	Salary
TISS (Tata Institute of Social Sciences)	Finance and Admin Manager	INR 12 LPA
Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology	Associate Professor	INR 13 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

Private Jobs for PGDM Graduates

Various private companies are offering PGDM career opportunities for aspirants after completing their PGDM degrees. There are various job designations in private companies for PGDM graduates, as follows:

Top PGDM Private Jobs in India
Top Private Companies	Job Profiles	Salary
ITSILVER Innovation & Infotainment	Content Researcher	INR 24 LPA
Consult In India	Supply Chain Executive	INR 26 LPA
Sanap & Associates	Marketing Executive	INR 30 LPA

Source: Glassdoor

Job Opportunities Abroad For PGDM Graduates

Each country uses a different pay structure for the aspirants who have completed their Post Graduate Diploma In Management degree. It has a high job scope in every country, but since every place demands a different skill set, the job and the offer depend on the student's qualifications and scores.

Other than India, European countries give a wide variety of offers to the graduates. Even in the USA, Australia is a good place for the ones who are qualified enough to work as a PGDM Graduate or other roles that are offered.

Top Companies For PGDM Graduates

The companies offering the jobs for a PGDM Graduate offer a minimum salary of INR5 to 10 LPA for freshers, though it changes with experience, skills, and capabilities to work.