Established in 1973, the Management Development Institute (MDI) is a prestigious business school known for its strong academic programs. Its Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is especially acclaimed for delivering quality education. MDI functions under the MDI Society, a non-profit organization registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. The institute was created with an emphasis on professional training, research, and consultancy services.
The Management Development Institute (MDI) is situated on a 37-acre (approximately 150,000 m²) campus in Gurgaon. Ranked 7th by Business Today, MDI is renowned for its flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program, which is available in both online and offline formats. In addition to the PGDM, the institute offers a range of programs including Executive PG courses, Management Development Programs, and doctoral-level fellowships. Among its offerings, the PGDM stands out as the most sought-after, with specializations such as Energy Management, Human Resource Management, and International Business.
MDI has an additional campus situated in Murshidabad, West Bengal, which was inaugurated in October 2010. Although both campuses function independently, they are governed by a shared Board of Governors. The institute is internationally accredited by AACSB (USA) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA), UK. MDI boasts a robust alumni network, welcoming approximately 700 new members annually, and its global alumni community comprises over 10,000 professionals across five countries.