ISB Advanced Management Programmes – A Complete Guide 2026

The Indian School of Business (ISB) has established itself as a leader in executive education, ranked among the top global providers in the Financial Times Executive Education Rankings. Beyond its flagship MBA offerings, ISB runs a suite of Advanced Management Programmes (AMPs) tailored for mid-career and senior professionals seeking deep expertise in specialised domains.

These programs are not generic management courses — they are carefully designed, domain-specific leadership journeys that blend academic rigour with practical industry insights, leveraging ISB’s world-class faculty, global alumni network, and campuses at Hyderabad and Mohali.

ISB Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy (AMPPP)

Batch & Start Date:10th One-Year AMPPP, commencing July 1, 2025 (2024-25 cohort)

Format & Duration:

• Hybrid (in-person + live virtual + asynchronous)

• 30–40% online delivery for flexibility

• 4 terms with residencies in both ISB Hyderabad and ISB Mohali

• Not a distance or online program – emphasis on immersive learning

Residency Structure:

• Term 1, 3, 4 → Mohali

• Term 2 → Hyderabad

• Graduation in Hyderabad or Mohali

• Policy Walk: April 9–11, 2026 – engagement with policymakers, industry leaders, civil society

Curriculum Highlights:

• Core Policy: Economics, Public Finance, Policy Design, Ethics, Monitoring & Evaluation

• Skills: Leadership, Data for Policy, Negotiations, Policy Communication

• Global Context: Foreign Policy, Geopolitics, International Trade

• Future of Policy: Technology & Society, Climate & Sustainability

• Economic Growth: Behavioural Science, Financial Regulations, Digital Economy

• Social Development: Rural Development, Urban Governance, Environmental Policy

Capstone Project:

• Develop a white paper on a relevant public policy issue

• Prepare media outputs to communicate findings

• Work in consultation with ministries/departments/state governments

Eligibility & Fees:

• Officers from All India Services, Central Civil Services (Group A), and faculty of state training institutes

• ≥5 years service, age ≤50 (54 for SC/ST)

• Fee: ₹13.86 lakh + GST (usually sponsored by nominating authority)

• Book grant: ₹5,000

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

ISB Advanced Management Programme in Operations and Supply Chain (AMPOS)

Class of 2024 Profile:

• 58 participants | Avg. experience: 12 years | Avg. age: 36.5

• Roles span Director of Operations to Logistics Manager, across manufacturing, defence, pharma, e-commerce, FMCG, consulting, and public sector

• Employers include Amazon, Novartis, IKEA, TCS, Accenture, Nokia, Indian Navy, and more

Program Features:

• Campus: Hyderabad & Mohali

• Not an online program – intensive classroom and networking sessions

• Scholarships: Available for early rounds; defence scholarships offered

• Learning focus: Strategic supply chain design, operations excellence, digital transformation in logistics

ISB Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics & AI (AMPBA)

Duration & Contact Hours:

• 15 months blended learning

• 375 contact hours (200 classroom)

Curriculum Structure:

• Programming Bootcamp → Foundation Term → Core Modules → Advanced Modules → Application Modules

• 30+ courses covering AI, big data, machine learning applications, and advanced analytics techniques

Methodology:

• Faculty lectures, case discussions, simulations, group activities

• Projects include a foundational project and live industry project

• Guest sessions with industry practitioners

Alumni Network:

• 1,700+ professionals across industries

Student Profile:

• Avg. work experience: 8 years

Advanced Management Programme in Healthcare (AMPH)

Structure:

• 15 credits + Action Learning Project (ALP)

• Industry-specific management courses in healthcare strategy, operations, finance, and innovation

Learning Outcomes:

• Design better healthcare delivery models

• Drive business value creation in health systems

• Enhance leadership effectiveness in healthcare contexts

Admissions:

• Merit-based only; no management quota

• Assessed on industry awareness, leadership potential, team orientation, and communication skills

Advanced Programme in Infrastructure Management (AMPI)

Cohort Diversity:

• Civil services, armed forces, entrepreneurs, private sector, consultants, mid-senior managers

• Strong peer learning focus through sectoral mix

Program Fees & Scholarships:

• Competitive fee structure with merit-based scholarships available

Why Choose ISB AMP Programs?

ISB’s AMPs are designed for professionals who want to move from operational excellence to strategic leadership in specialised domains. The programs leverage:

• Global faculty & research-driven curriculum

• Peer learning from diverse, high-calibre cohorts

• Practical projects and real-world policy/industry engagement

• ISB alumni status for lifelong networking and credibility

Related ISB MBA & Executive MBA Options

If you are evaluating ISB AMPs, you may also explore:

• ISB PGP (Post Graduate Programme in Management) – Flagship one-year MBA for professionals

• ISB PGPpro – Executive MBA for working professionals in metro cities

• ISB PGPMAX – Senior Executive MBA for leaders with 10–25 years’ experience

• ISB MFAB – For next-generation family business leaders

• ISB Executive MBA – Detailed breakdown for cost planning

Our team at GOALisB works with applicants to secure admission into ISB’s competitive programs through:

• Test Prep (GMAT, GRE, EA)

• Application Strategy & Essays

• Interview Preparation

Get personalised guidance for your ISB journey – from program selection to admission success.

Author Bio

Shruti Parashar – CEO & Lead Admissions Consultant, GOALisB. Shruti Parashar is a leading MBA admissions strategist with over 12 years of experience guiding 5,000+ applicants to success at top Indian and global business schools. As the founder of GOALisB, she has worked extensively with candidates targeting the Indian School of Business (ISB) across its flagship PGP, Executive MBA (PGPpro, PGPMAX), and specialised Advanced Management Programmes (AMPs). Her insights combine deep understanding of ISB’s admissions philosophy, hands-on experience with essay and interview strategy, and a data-driven approach to applicant positioning.She is widely regarded for her ability to craft authentic, high-impact applications and is frequently featured in thought leadership content on MBA admissions trends, executive education, and career transitions.

ISB Advanced Management Programmes – FAQs

1. What is the difference between ISB’s AMPs and its MBA programmes?

ISB’s Advanced Management Programmes (AMPs) are domain-specific executive education offerings designed for mid-career and senior professionals who want to develop deep expertise in areas such as Public Policy, Operations, Business Analytics, Healthcare, and Infrastructure. These are specialised leadership tracks that blend academic rigour with practical industry or policy exposure, often delivered in a blended (hybrid) format. In contrast, ISB’s MBA programmes — like the PGP, PGPpro, and PGPMAX — are general management degrees aimed at building broad-based business leadership skills and accelerating career transitions. While an MBA leads to a degree and opens up multiple functional and sectoral pathways, AMPs are better suited for those seeking specialisation without stepping away from work full-time.

2. Are ISB’s AMPs full-time or part-time?

ISB’s Advanced Management Programmes are blended learning formats combining on-campus residencies with live virtual and asynchronous online learning. This structure allows participants to continue their professional roles while engaging in rigorous academic and applied learning. None of the AMPs are “distance learning” or “fully online” — in-person residencies are a core feature, ensuring face-to-face faculty interaction, peer networking, and experiential activities. Depending on the program, on-campus modules may be spread across ISB’s Hyderabad and Mohali campuses over a year or more.

3. Who is eligible for ISB’s AMPPP?

The Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy (AMPPP) is open to officers from the All India Services, Central Civil Services (Group A), faculty members of State Administrative Training Institutes, and select private-sector professionals with relevant experience. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years’ service for Group A officers and be under the age of 50 years (54 for SC/ST). They must not have attended a training program of 12 weeks or more in India in the past 5 years. A nomination from the Cadre Controlling Authority and a policy paper proposal are mandatory for application.

4. Does ISB offer scholarships for AMPs?

Yes, some ISB AMPs — such as the Advanced Management Programme in Operations and Supply Chain (AMPOS) — offer scholarships for early-round applicants. These may be merit-based, requiring an essay and supporting documents. Certain AMPs also provide Defence Scholarships for eligible candidates. The number and amount of scholarships are at the discretion of ISB’s scholarship committee, and they are typically awarded based on professional achievement, leadership potential, and alignment with the program’s goals.

5. Can AMP alumni access ISB’s alumni network?

Yes. Graduates of ISB’s Advanced Management Programmes gain full ISB alumni status, which grants lifelong access to its 15,000+ alumni network, alumni chapters worldwide, continuous learning opportunities, and ISB’s career advancement resources. This is one of the most valuable benefits of an AMP — enabling networking across industries and geographies long after program completion.

6. How do I decide between an ISB AMP and an ISB Executive MBA?

An ISB AMP is ideal if you have a clearly defined sectoral focus — e.g., public policy, operations, analytics, healthcare, or infrastructure — and want to gain leadership depth while staying in your current role.An ISB Executive MBA (PGPpro, PGPMAX) is better if you seek broad-based leadership skills, cross-sector mobility, and general management expertise. Executive MBAs are longer in duration, broader in curriculum, and have heavier credit loads.