AGMP vs NAMP — India's Two Most Compared Executive Programmes
IIM Ahmedabad AGMP and IIM Kozhikode NAMP are the two most frequently compared executive management programmes in India for senior professionals. Both are certificate programmes (not MBA degrees), both target working professionals with significant experience, and both carry strong IIM institutional credibility. But they serve meaningfully different profiles.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Factor | IIM Ahmedabad AGMP | IIM Kozhikode NAMP |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Rank (NIRF) | #1 | #3 |
| Programme | Accelerated General Mgmt Programme | New Age Management Programme |
| Duration | 1 year | 10 months |
| Fee | ~₹9.44L + GST | ~₹4.72L + GST |
| Min Experience | 5 years | 10 years |
| Format | Online + IIM-A campus immersions | Online + IIM-K campus immersions |
| Accreditation | AACSB + EQUIS + AMBA (Triple Crown) | AACSB + EQUIS + AMBA (Triple Crown) |
| Cohort | Mixed seniority (5-20 yrs) | Senior-only (10+ yrs) |
| Alumni status | IIM Ahmedabad alumni | IIM Kozhikode alumni |
| Best for | 5-12 yrs professionals wanting IIM-A brand | 10+ yrs senior leaders targeting C-suite |
When to Choose AGMP
- You have 5-12 years of experience
- You want India's #1 management brand (IIM Ahmedabad) on your profile
- You can invest ₹9.44L+ — and the IIM-A credential justifies the premium
- You are mid-senior level targeting VP, Director, or senior business roles
- You want the broadest possible management programme (not senior-only cohort)
When to Choose NAMP
- You have 10+ years of experience
- You want a senior-only cohort — peers are all established leaders
- You prefer ₹4.72L fee (half of AGMP) with IIM #3 brand
- You are already at senior level and want C-suite/board positioning
- You want a shorter timeline (10 months vs 1 year)
The Third Option — IIM Nagpur Blended MBA
Both AGMP and NAMP give certificates, not degrees. For professionals who want an IIM MBA degree (not certificate), IIM Nagpur Blended MBA (₹12.10L, 2 years, 3+ yrs experience) is the only option. Degree vs certificate is a meaningful distinction for employers and recruiters at the most senior levels.
Professionals who want the IIM institutional credential but specifically want a degree (not certificate) for P&L, CFO, or board roles: IIM Nagpur Blended MBA Batch 2 closes 11 October 2026.