Executive Education Program: What Makes Its Value Proposition So Inspiring?

Value Proposition of an Executive Education Programme

Hello Professional HR & Business Veterans, please find attached a very inspiring management lesson article in ET on the Value Proposition of an Executive Education Programme.

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Hi,

I completed the Executive MBA program from IIM Indore (Business Administration) and from Narsi Monjee Institute Mumbai (in Finance Management) on my first attempt. Currently, I am working in a BPO as an Operations Manager. I aspire to transition into the finance field, but companies are hesitant to consider me for a finance manager role because they do not view the Executive MBA program as equivalent to a regular MBA. The most they offer me is an entry-level position, which I am not interested in.

Even in operations, when I applied for AGM or DGM level positions, I was not considered due to my Executive MBA, whereas they hired someone from IIM Indore as a VP in the same organization. I understand that he completed a regular course, which is significant, but he lacked experience, unlike me with over 6 years of experience. I also worked hard to pass a PAT test for IIM. Am I not eligible for a DGM level position, which is four levels below VP? I am aware that both programs are AICTE approved. I need clarification on whether an Executive MBA from a distance learning program is recognized or not.

Thank you.

Dear Mr. Khan,

The problem is not with the program but the mental block many recruiters have. The most important resource in any organization is the decision-makers, those who execute them, the people behind the machines, computers, etc. But mostly the people responsible for selecting the right workforce themselves are biased towards certain unwritten dogmas, self-made beliefs, and yes, mental blocks. Their brains are programmed to pick up keywords from resumes and not to recognize the requisite talents and skills.

I have met scores of HR top guys who fumble when asked to explain their documented job descriptions, lists of required skills, etc. This happens when it's a copy and paste job. I guess many HR friends would disagree with this comment, but the truth remains. The comment is not aimed at all HR friends, but a good lot of them who fit the above description. Regards to all intelligent HR friends, please do not fume.