Overview
LinkedIn’s 2026 global talent research indicates that 52% of professionals are actively seeking new roles, yet nearly 80% feel unprepared for today’s job market, and two‑thirds of recruiters report difficulty finding quality talent. The report highlights a shift from traditional vertical career progression toward cross‑functional adaptability as organisations become more global, lean, and AI‑driven.
Programme Launch
IIM Kozhikode and the University of Western Australia (UWA) have jointly launched a two‑year MBA‑Global programme designed to broaden managerial perspective. The curriculum is split into two years, each comprising six modules.
Year 1
Students complete six modules delivered by IIM Kozhikode, earning a Professional Certificate Programme in Advanced Business Management. In addition, they receive 36 credits through UWA’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme, which count toward the master’s degree.
Year 2
The second year consists of six UWA‑delivered modules focused on international business, global strategy, and cross‑market leadership, culminating in an internationally recognised Master of Business Administration (MBA)‑Global degree. Graduates benefit from the combined academic strengths and alumni networks of both institutions.
Rankings and Alumni Network
UWA is ranked 77th worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2027, while IIM Kozhikode is positioned as the third‑best management institute in India according to the NIRF Management Rankings 2025. Upon graduation, students join UWA’s global alumni network, which comprises more than 155,000 graduates across over 60 countries.
Learner Feedback and Industry Validation
Feedback from participants—including professionals from TCS, Infosys, KPMG, ICICI Bank, JP Morgan and Mercedes‑Benz—averages a rating of 4.5 out of 5, underscoring the programme’s relevance across diverse industries. Varsha Kumari, Executive Housekeeper at Gnosis Hospitality, noted that the dual credentials expanded her strategic outlook beyond her functional role.
Programme Benefits
The syllabus is industry‑aligned, enabling students to develop strategic thinking for complex business challenges, master finance, marketing, operations, leadership, and data‑driven decision‑making, and apply generative AI tools through hands‑on AI masterclasses. Graduates are equipped to lead confidently across industries, markets, and cultures.
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