Indian School of Development Management - [ISDM], Noida

Q: Is there a fieldwork component to ISDMs PGP DM?

ISDMs 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.

Noida, Uttar PradeshEstd 2016

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About ISDM

The Indian School of Development Management (ISDM), established in 2017, is India’s first-of-its-kind development management institution founded to create, strengthen, and establish Development Management, a domain that transcends the exclusive silos of ‘development perspectives’ and ‘management principles’. ISDM recognises the need to 'professionalise’ 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. Through its rigorous curriculum, experiential learning approach, and strong community, ISDM empowers students to become catalysts for positive change and drive sustainable development in India.

ISDM's faculty comprises a diverse group of accomplished professionals, renowned academicians, and experienced practitioners who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom. They foster a collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to think critically, challenge conventional wisdom, and develop innovative approaches to address complex social issues.

Table of Content

ISDM Courses & Fees
ISDM Admission
ISDM Placements
ISDM Campus Life and Events
ISDM Alumni
ISDM Scholarship
ISDM FAQs

ISDM Courses & Fees

The Indian School of Development Management offers programs for graduate students and for working professionals. The former is, PGP in Development Management and is a one-year long full-time degree. On the other hand, the latter refers to courses that are short term and can be completed over a couple of months.

Course	Course Details	Fees
PGP- DM	Eligibility Criteria: Graduate degree in any stream Selection Criteria: Online Assessment and Personal Interview	INR 5,00,000

ISDM Admission

ISDM has a four-step admissions process. They have their own assessment test which is followed by a round of personal interviews.
The online assessment test for ISDM is of one hour and 25 minutes in duration. The test has two sections. The first part includes logical ability, quantitative aptitude and data interpretation questions. These sections are of 20 minutes, 25 minutes and 15 minutes duration. The final part of 25 minutes includes verbal ability and spoken English questions.
The admissions process for 2023-2024 is ongoing. Important dates and deadlines for admission are as below.

Phase	Steps Involved	Tentative timeline
Application	Submit application on the college website	4th June 2023
Online Assessment	Attempt the online assessment test	TBA
Personal Interview	Qualifying candidates are invited for a personal interview round	TBA
Offer Letter	Selected candidates are receive offer letter for admission	TBA

ISDM Placements

The Indian School of Development Management has a 100% placement record. The institute takes great pride in having placement partners of over 200 which is more than doubled since previous years placement process. Students received an average package of INR 6.5 LPA LPA in 2023 and the highest package was INR 16 LPA.

Particulars	Placement Statistics 2023
Placement Partners	200 +
Highest Package	INR 16 LPA
Average Package	INR 6.5 LPA
Top Recruiters	Centre For Policy Research, Ford Foundation, J-Pal, Swechha, Kaivalya, TechnoServe, The Nudge, Wadhwani

ISDM Campus Life and Events

ISDM believes in collaboration to learn better. Therefore, students get the opportunity to participate in various events and activities throughout the academic year. There are debates, and HOT conversations (Honest, Open and Transparent) where students are encouraged to engage in open dialogue. There are even multiple student-led committees that organize events.

Every fortnight, ISDM organizes ‘Baithak’ where students and faculty get together for celebrations. In the past years, the college has had heritage walks and guest lections by artists and professionals. ISDM even has an extensive well-stocked library to supplement students’ learning.

ISDM Alumni

ISDM students have gone on to be founders of their entrepreneurship or work in leading organizations. Per the institute’s records, some of the well-known alumni of the past batches are as below.

Name	Designation	Company
Abhijit Patwal	Program Manager	Shakti Foundation
Nancy Kapoor	Founder	Sambhav
Rishu Srivastava	M&E Consultant	Smart School Mission
Rukiya Khan	Cluster Head Senior Manager	Lighthouse Community Foundation
Wyonna	Founder	Grey Shades and Pana Wellbeing Foundation

ISDM Scholarship

ISDM is a non-profit research-led institution, committed to making world-class education affordable for students from all walks of life.

ISDM believes that no student should be denied the opportunity to study due to financial constraints and offer flexible payment options along with scholarships. ISDM offers the option of deferred payment to all its students of up to Rs. 3 lakhs, which is payable in easy, interest-free installments. ISDM awards scholarships to deserving and aspiring students to support them to be a part of PGP- DM. Currently, the college is offering the following scholarship schemes-

Need-Based Scholarship

ISDM offers need-based scholarships on a first come first serve basis.
Applicants who have cleared their online assessment tests will receive a financial assistance form.
The final decision for the scholarship resides on the Financial Assistance Committee.
The amount of the scholarship can be found out from the college admissions office.

Deferred Payments

ISDM also allows students to apply for deferred payment.
One can defer their payments up to INR 3,00,000.
There is no interest rate for late payments.

ISDM FAQs

Ques.When does the admission process start at ISDM?

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

Ques.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.

Ques.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.

Ques.How 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.

Ques.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.