IIM Kozhikode BMS Program - Admission & Career Opportunities

Students will now have the opportunity to study management at one of India’s top IIM right after Class XII. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode, ranked 3 in the prestigious NIRF India Rankings 2024, has entered the undergraduate sector to launch Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS). This program was unveiled with the intention of accommodating the rapid advancements in the business and management spectrum. The commencement of this program aims to reflect IIM Kozhikode’s commitment towards inclusive and progressive academic knowledge. In this article, Hitbullseye aims to detail all the crucial elements a BMS program prospect should know including program details, curriculum, fees structure, admission process and career pathways. However, before that it is important to understand the foundation of IIM Kozhikode in brief.

IIM Kozhikode was established in 1996 by the Government of India in collaboration with the State Government of Kerala. Built as the 5th IIM in the country, the institute’s main campus is situated in Kozhikode, Kerala along with a satellite campus in Kochi. IIM Kozhikode appreciates and respects its values of authenticity, sustainability, wholesome thinking, socio-economic contributions along with community outreach. Further, IIM Kozhikode has been consistent with its placement records (for its traditional programs) since 1996. Recently, the institute won global rankings in the Financial Times Rankings 2023.

Bachelor of Management Studies

IIM Kozhikode’s latest, Bachelors of Management Studies (Honours with Research), commonly known as BMS was officially launched not long ago for the 2025-2029 batch and onwards. With the holistic approach of interdisciplinary learning, flexibility and skill development, BMS is crafted to equip young minds with professional proficiency in a management and/or industry oriented arrangement.

This full-time program stretches through four years and is fully residential. The scope of this program includes but extends beyond subjects like foundation and core management areas, elective courses, research projects, internships; providing international exposure to global economic dynamics. BMS intends to equip its students with professional practices for organizational roles, global markets, including challenges like ability to address sustainability issues, and readiness for advanced studies in India or abroad.

The course starts easy but advances as the semesters progress. BMS alumni will have the opportunity to explore pathways to advanced careers, supported by faculty and industry connections. With industry experts, innovative pedagogy and a curriculum that promotes ethical leadership, IIM Kozhikode fosters a vibrant foundation for budding industry experts.

IIM-K BMS Aptitude Test and Admission Process

Securing a seat in the BMS program is a dedicated process that requires hard work and discipline. IIM Kozhikode’s admission process is quite challenging. Getting into this program mandates a three step admission process. The student will be required to enter the merit list and get shortlisted through IIMK BMS Aptitude Test, followed by personal interview and final selection.

IIM Kozhikode Bachelor of Management Studies Admission Test, also commonly known as IIMK BMS-AT is a two hour computer based test divided into two crucial sections: Verbal Ability (VA) and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). This program’s aspirant could choose to either appear for IIMK BMS-AT or be considered exempt if they have a valid JEE (Mains), SAT or ACT scores.

For more details on the IIMK BMS-AT, refer the table below:

Aspect	Details
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration of Exam	120 minutes (60 minutes per section)
Total Questions and Marks	Questions: 100 (50 in each section) \| Marks: 300
Marking Scheme	+3 marks for correct answer \| -1 mark for incorrect answer
Language of Question Paper	English
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Syllabus	Section I: Verbal Ability: Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension Section II: Quantitative Ability: Number Systems, Algebra, Geometry (Basics, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry), Mensuration, Statistics and Probability

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Apart from the entrance exam, the candidate is selected after a rigorous selection process. It is mandatory that they have either completed Class XII or hold a diploma post 10 years of schooling from any stream recognized by Government of India boards. Further, they must walk through the following process to secure a seat in IIM Kozhikode’s BMS program:

Once the application consisting of all the documents and entrance test score is submitted, candidates are shortlisted based on Aggregate Index Score (AIS). The AIS is calculated on the basis of Class XII/Diploma performance and Class X marks.
The shortlisted candidates are then called in for Personal Interviews (PI), which are conducted in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai and New Delhi. The PI generally evaluates a student's academic efforts, general awareness, social disposition, attitude, personality, communication skills and program fit. The duration of the interview is generally around 15 minutes.
The candidate’s profile then goes under the Final Selection Process based on Academic Performance, Entrance Scores and Personal Interview. Then, a merit list is created for each category. It is important to note that the admission offers are based on merit list and Government of India reservation norms.
Reservation quota is based on the Government of India reservation policy for Central Educational Institutions. Qualified Categories include NC-OBC, SC, ST, PwD and EWS. Candidates must opt for relevant categories and submit required documents during application.

Please note: IIM Kozhikode’s official website (https://iimk.ac.in/) has included some sample papers on their official website. It is encouraged that the student practices the same before appearing for IIMK BMS-AT.

Program Structure, Credit Distribution and Curriculum

This four year full-time program has been divided uniformly between 8 semesters. Apart from the traditional academic curriculum, BMS at IIM Kozhikode also includes contemporary education in the form of electives, internships, dissertation and capstone projects.

The program is based on credit requirements. In order to complete this program, the student requires an approximate of 160 credits, with each course equaling credits based on classroom hours (one credit per hour per week). These credits will be divided into three types of courses: Foundation Courses, Core Courses and Elective Courses. More details and classification on these courses are mentioned below:

Course	Purpose	Content/Subjects	Requirements
Foundation Courses	Basic skills and knowledge essential for management mastery	Economics \| Quantitative Methods \| English \| Accounting \| Computer Science \| Psychology \| Sociology \| Law, etc.	Develop deep comprehension of foundational skills
Core Courses	Comprehensive study on Management Studies	Finance \| Accounting \| Organisational Behaviour \| Marketing Management \| Human Resource Management \| Strategy \| Operations Management \| Supply Chain Management, etc.	Prepares for entry-level business/management roles Equivalent of 80 credits (20-24 courses)
Elective Courses	Specialization in the chosen minor areas	Economics and Public Policy \| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning \| Psychology and Behavioural Sciences \| Finance and Big Data \| Liberal Studies in Management Marketing \| Sales and Digital Promotion, etc.	At least one minor with minimum 40 credits (10-12 courses) Course/minor availability depends on minimum student interest

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Fee Structure

BMS at IIM Kozhikode requires a financial budget of Rs. 28 lakh, with a division of almost Rs.7 lakh each year that needs to be paid in the beginning of the particular academic year. Apart from this amount, the student also needs to pay an amount of Rs.25000/- as a Caution Deposit which is Refundable and an amount of Rs. 2000/- towards Students Welfare Fund at the time of admission. Hostel and mess fees are extra. For a detailed overview of the fee distribution along with its particulars, refer the table below:

Particulars	Year 1 (INR)	Year 2 (INR)	Year 3 (INR)	Year 4 (INR)
Tuition	450,000.00	450,000.00	450,000.00	450,000.00
Admission	15,000.00	-	-	-
Internet Resources\| Online Database\| Other Online Services \| IT Infrastructure	50,000.00	65,000.00	65,000.00	65,000.00
Digital Resources \| IT Infrastructure \| Case Studies \| Library Material	25,000.00	20,000.00	20,000.00	20,000.00
Books & Study Material	80,000.00	90,000.00	90,000.00	100,000.00
Student Activities	20,000.00	20,000.00	20,000.00	10,000.00
Orientation	10,000.00	-	-	-
Student Support Services	15,000.00	30,000.00	30,000.00	30,000.00
Examination	15,000.00	15,000.00	15,000.00	15,000.00
Workshops, Enrichment Courses	10,000.00	10,000.00	10,000.00	10,000.00
Alumni	10,000.00	-	-	-
Total	700,000.00	700,000.00	700,000.00	700,000.00

Please note, the above fee structure is subject to change, please refer to IIM Kozhikode’s official website (https://iimk.ac.in/) for updated structure and any changes.

Key Trends and Career Scope

Graduating from this program can open numerous and diverse career pathways. Fresh graduates can opt for traditional executive roles or else explore multiple career paths like that of an analyst, project manager or management consultants in corporations, NGOs, government and international organizations. They will also be able to explore divisions of sales and marketing, operations and supply chain, e-commerce, banking and FinTech, finance, retail/services/infrastructure, IT/ITES, and human resource management.

Apart from this, after completing their graduation, students are also encouraged to try their hand at a start-up in the sector of scope. Further, they can choose to continue their studies in post graduation and then decide to enter the corporate world. To conclude, if these career paths resonate with you, Bachelor’s of Management Studies at IIM Kozhikode could be the program you reflect upon.