Building Tomorrow's Global Manufacturing Leaders Today

A global, work-integrated Techno-Commercial MBA designed to transform experienced manufacturing professionals into visionary business leaders

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Part-time & Work Integrated

An 18-month, work-integrated Global Techno-Commercial MBA

Globally Recognized University Degree

Earn an ECTS-compliant degree recognised in 60+ countries including US & EU.

Learn from Top 1% Global Experts

Learn from top professors and Fortune 500 manufacturing leaders.

Next-generation curriculum with IBM AI Certificate

No cramming, just real-world experience with hands-on AI tools and IBM certificate.

Global Immersive Opportunities

Sponsored campus immersions at ICT Mumbai, IIT Bombay, and invite to Singapore.

ROI-driven Capstone Project

Get instant ROI by solving your company’s toughest challenge with 1:1 mentorship

Real-world Learning with Hands-on Application

At our program, learning isn’t confined to textbooks or theory—it happens in real time, with both technical depth and business power.

Go beyond traditional MBAs — master operational excellence,  AI for manufacturing and EHS alongside finance, strategy, and global business leadership.

Learn from Top Mentors and Peers

Learn from professors and alumni of MIT, NUS, IIM, IIT, ICT, Padma Bhushan awardees, and mentors from Fortune 500 industries.

Master the Latest in AI for Manufacturing

Gain cutting-edge skills, tools, and insights to stay ahead in the AI-driven manufacturing world and get access to $1M+ benefits on top AI tools and softwares.

Learn from one of Singapore’s top speakers and GenAI expert.

Future-proof your career with AI—learn from an expert who teaches at Singapore’s top universities.

Master Operational Excellence from Experienced Experts

Learn proven strategies to optimize processes, boost efficiency, and drive world-class manufacturing performance.

Get a Seat in the Class of an
NUS Lecturer

Learn through an experiential module led by a lecturer from Asia’s top business school and QS World #8, gain real-world insights and expertise.

Lead the Future of Manufacturing

You’ll graduate as a leader who understands machines and markets, processes and profits, operations and opportunity.

Become a
Global Techno-Commerical Leader

Ride the AI + Startup Revolution!

Develop real-world skills to build and work at companies from scratch

18

Months

2000+

Contact Hours

40+

Industry Leaders

50+

Hands-on Sessions

20+

Global Clients

$1M +

AI & Tools Benefits

90

European Credits

30+

Case Studies

14

Expert-led Modules

10

Specialisations

Our Clients

Learn from Top Manufacturing Leaders and Academicians

In the News

Featured in Leading Publications: Insights, Achievements, and Industry Recognition

Program Components

Explore our program curriculum—14 modules plus a 3-month capstone project

Module 1: Leading People, Teams, and Organisations
  • Develop leadership capabilities for managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
  • Understand organizational behavior, motivation, and change management.
  • Apply frameworks for building high-performance cultures in manufacturing environments.
  • Understand global standards and frameworks for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
  • Learn how to integrate ESG principles into core business strategy and operations.
  • Analyze sustainability reporting and compliance norms relevant to manufacturing.
  • Build foundational understanding of financial statements and cost structures in manufacturing.
  • Gain economic insights to make data-driven business decisions.
  • Apply capital budgeting, ROI, and cost-benefit analysis in plant-level investments.
  • Explore use-cases of AI in predictive maintenance, quality control, and inventory optimization.
  • Learn directly from IBM-certified modules on AI applications in industry.
  • Apply AI-driven decision-making frameworks to real manufacturing problems.
  • Understand B2B and industrial marketing dynamics.
  • Master sales strategies for domestic and global markets in manufacturing.
  • Learn to build brand value, distribution, and channel strategy in competitive segments.
  • Gain practical skills in project planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
  • Use tools like Gantt charts, PERT/CPM, and Agile for managing complex projects.
  • Learn stakeholder communication, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Master professional communication across levels – boardroom to shop floor.
  • Improve report writing, presentation skills, and negotiation strategies.
  • Learn communication techniques to resolve conflicts and manage change.
  • Analyze competitive strategy tools (Porter’s 5 Forces, SWOT, etc.).
  • Build and execute strategic roadmaps aligned with manufacturing business goals.
  • Learn case-based strategic thinking from global manufacturing leaders.
  • Study end-to-end supply chain design, sourcing, and logistics.
  • Optimize inventory, vendor relationships, and delivery timelines.
  • Learn digital supply chains, JIT, and lean manufacturing practices.
  • Study end-to-end supply chain design, sourcing, and logistics.
  • Optimize inventory, vendor relationships, and delivery timelines.
  • Learn digital supply chains, JIT, and lean manufacturing practices.
  • Understand modern operations frameworks: lean, six sigma, TPM, etc.
  • Explore tech adoption in shop floor automation, ERP, MES.
  • Align production with market demands through effective planning systems.
  • Understand modern operations frameworks: lean, six sigma, TPM, etc.
  • Explore tech adoption in shop floor automation, ERP, MES.
  • Align production with market demands through effective planning systems.

Corporate Governance

  • Learn legal and ethical frameworks for boardroom governance.
  • Understand compliance, internal controls, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Build governance models suitable for fast-growing industrial firms.

Operational Excellence

  • Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen and Six Sigma.
  • Establish KPIs and dashboards for monitoring manufacturing performance.
  • Implement best practices for cost efficiency and quality control.
  • Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen and Six Sigma.
  • Establish KPIs and dashboards for monitoring manufacturing performance.
  • Implement best practices for cost efficiency and quality control.
  • Understand global EHS regulations and industry standards (ISO, OSHA).
  • Build frameworks for industrial safety audits, risk management, and compliance.
  • Integrate sustainability into daily operations through circular economy principles.
MIT-Harvard Style Case Study
  • Immersive case studies led by an MIT Sloan Fellow
  • IBM Design Thinking case study powered by Harvard Business Review
  • Duolingo: On a “Streak” powered by Harvard Business Review
  • AgriFinance Challenge
  • One-liner AdSnap Challenge
  • LaunchTank Pitch Challenge
  • Marketing BrandStorm challenge
  • Learn from global investors, entrepreneurs, leaders
  • Opportunity to connect and ask questions
  • Grow your network
  • Master the Top AI Tools
  • Implement AI in Your Work
  • Build Portfolio-Ready AI Projects with IBM
  • Get IBM AI Certificate
Career Mentorship
  • Resume + LinkedIn Optimizer
  • 1-1 Mentoring with Founders
  • CXO Connect
  • Peer Mentoring
  • MVP feedback
  • Branding & Marketing guidance
  • Mock investor pitching
  • Building sales pitch
  • Build GenAI Marketing Engine
  • Consult a Startup
  • CXO Mentorship
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Leadership Mindset
$1mn Digital Tool Benefits
  • Redeem tech credits from platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure
  • Exclusive access to AI-tools
  • Access to ~500+ offers on world-class softwares and tools
  • Use no-code to convert your idea into reality
  • Pick and choose our idea builder templates

ROI-driven Capstone Project

Solve the toughest challenges of your company with 1-1 mentorship.

Innovation

Supply Chain & Logistics

Accounts & Finance

ESG & Sustainability

Smart Manufacturing

Quality Assurance & Control

Manufacturing Operations

ISO & Responsible Care

Sales & Marketing

Specialization Tracks

(Choose your pathway to leadership in manufacturing)

1. Biologics & Pharmaceuticals

Lead in healthcare, biotech, and regulated innovation.

2. Chemicals & Petrochemicals

Master technical & commercial excellence in vital sectors.

3. Cosmetics &
Perfumery

Blend science and artistry in high-value consumer markets.

4. Food, Feed & Beverage

Innovate in industries that sustain and delight the world.

5. Nutraceuticals

Develop functional, science-backed products for better health.

6. Textiles

Shape sustainable and innovative futures in a timeless industry.

Online Learning Meets Offline Experiences

Global immersions with top industry and education partners give you unmatched access to real-world learning opportunities through our hybrid offline model.

ICT Mumbai Immersion

5-day immersion at the prestigious ICT Mumbai campus, mastering the technical foundations of manufacturing—from unit processes and operations to thermodynamics, mass and energy balances, reactors, agitators, and more.

Outbound Leadership Training

3-day outbound leadership training to strengthen teamwork, sharpen decision-making, and build adaptability through real-world challenges in unfamiliar settings.

Singapore Innovation Immersion

Immerse in Singapore’s innovation ecosystem with full access to SWITCH, 1-on-1 mentoring, startup pitch to global investors plus iconic visits across the city including Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay.

 

Graduation Ceremony

Celebrate your journey with an in-person Graduation Ceremony, where you’ll be felicitated by our Guests of Honour and Industry Leaders.

IBM AI Certification

Stay ahead with the latest industry-relevant AI skills—no coding needed.

Basics of AI & ML for Business Leaders

How to Build and Work with Real-world Datasets

Using AI tools for Smart Decision-making

Foundations of Data-driven Thinking

Our Learners and Alumni Work At

Meet our Learners - The Future Manufacturing Leaders.

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Industries our Students come from
    Work Exp Graph
    Avg Work Exp
    Student Overview Dashboard
    By The Numbers
    15
    Companies
    Represented
    10+
    Avg. Years of
    Experience
    Engineering - 60%
    Science - 40%
    Field
    Ratio

    Our learners at ICT Campus

    5-day immersive experience combining world-class learning from ICT faculty with top-notch networking alongside industry experts

    What our Learners Say

    Grateful to the School of Manufacturing and ICT Mumbai for deepening my chemical engineering fundamentals with expert guidance and practical insights.

    Shriram Rakte

    Lupin

    Thank you for the well-organised, insightful program. It refreshed core chemical engineering concepts and introduced practical AI applications—greatly enhancing my skills and industry readiness.

    Pramod Khadake

    Lupin

    The program by ICT Mumbai and Mentogram was insightful, covering key chemical engineering topics with expert faculty. Highly recommended for professionals. Thanks to Dr. Hasit Dangi

    Jagdish Gabani

    Atul

    The School of Manufacturing’s well-structured program builds strong foundations, blending theory with hands-on learning—ideal for learners from diverse backgrounds seeking academic excellence or career growth.

    Adhiraj Thote

    Bayer

    “Grateful to School of Manufacturing for a well-structured, insightful program blending technical concepts, emerging tech, and real-world applications. Truly enriching experience. “

    Nitin Jadhav

    Aditya Birla Group

    “Great learning experience. Thanks to School of Manufacturing, expert ICT faculty, and canteen team for engaging sessions, delicious food, and a successful program.”

    Ashok Vishwakarma

    Bayer

    “Excellent course —concise, well-structured, and insightful. Covered core concepts with practical industry perspectives, making learning efficient, relevant, and highly valuable “

    Dr. Bhushan Borse

    Loxim

    “Ideal for all experience levels. Strong focus on safety, sustainability, and real-world industrial applications. Highly recommended.”

    Swarnendu Chakrabortty

    Aditya Birla Group

    “Topics were covered in appropriate pace by highly esteemed faculty and industries insights by the industrial Pioneer and veterans was really very much like icing on the cake. “

    Imran Ahmed

    Aditya Birla Group

    “The program effectively bridged the gap between technical concepts and essential management principles. The content covered was highly relevant, especially professionals aiming to transition into managerial roles within the chemical /pharma industry.”

    Janaji Ghule

    Omni Actives

    “This comprehensive curriculum provides highly relevant and practical knowledge that supports both day-to-day operations and system design “

    Nakul Kakade

    Pidilite

    “The School of Manufacturing gave me the perfect balance of practical learning and industry insights. I feel more confident stepping into leadership roles now.”

    Hetal Prajapati

    Microfilt

    “Grateful to Hasit Sir, Mentogram, and ICT Mumbai for an enriching week of chemical engineering fundamentals—cleared core concepts with expert guidance and practical insights.”

    Shriram Rakte

    Lupin

    Highlights from Mentogram College

    Explore how our cohorts learned by doing, worked with top mentors, and joined experiences across the globe.

    Showcase Day

    LaunchPilot 2024 Showcase Day where where our learners pitched their projects to an audience of investors, mentors, and peers.

    Sneak Peek into our Class

    Andrew Chow, Founder of Asia Pro Ventures, mentoring our students and providing invaluable feedback on their startup ideas.

    NUS Collaboration

    Our successful collaboration with the National University of Singapore, Asia’s #1 university on an entrepreneurship research collaboration. 

    Finance Workshop

    A hands-on finance workshop led by our esteemed partner, Meet Ventures, to provide an understanding of key fundraising strategies from an investor’s perspective.

    Interaction with Techstars Founder

    Our students get the opportunity to interact with the legendary Brad Feld — one of the world’s most iconic startup investors and co-founder of Techstars.

     

    US Ecosystem Access

    Our partnership with Boston-based Prepare4VC and Boston New Tech to support our learners by giving them access to the US ecosystem.

    Rapid Mentoring

    Pratibha Kurnool, Head of Global Community Impact at Cognizant, sharing valuable insights and inspiring our learners.

    Semi Finalists

    Team Susanify shined bright at the prestigious China-ASEAN Innovation Competition, showcasing their innovations and solution.

    Singapore Immersion

    Our learners were invited to Singapore and had an unforgettable time immersing themselves in the local innovation ecosystem and culture.

    Admissions Process

    Submit Application Form

    Submit your details—your background, interests, and goals—and our team will follow up with the next steps.

    1-1 Interview

    Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a 1-on-1 call with our team. This is your chance to showcase why you’re a great fit for the program.

    Rollout of Offer

    Successful candidates will receive an offer to join the MBA program, along with details on any scholarships or financial aid they qualify for.

    For Enterprise Clients & Sponsorship Partners

    We collaborate with forward-thinking organizations to partially or fully sponsor their employees for our MBA programs — helping you retain, upskill, and engage your top talent.

    Earn a Globally Accredited MBA Degree

    Our EU partnership with Woolf University ensures that, upon accreditation, our MBA will be fully recognized under the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)—giving you global credibility while you build real-world success.

    ECTS accreditation is the most sophisticated, widely recognized accreditation system in the world.
    Degrees are listed on the European Union’s EUROPASS website, and all transcripts are issued with EUROPASS supplements to facilitate degree mobility.
    The Woolf Academic Advisory Council (WAAC) includes esteemed advisors such as Pramath Sinha Ji (Founding Dean of ISB), Dr. Stephen (Founder of Foundry College), Dr. Teri (Founding President of Minerva), and Dr. Lluis (Member of the Royal Academy of European Doctors).
    Headquartered in California, with independent institutions in both California and Wisconsin.

    Tuition Fee Structure

    Choose from our flexible payment options: pay in lump sum, installments, or easy EMI options

    18 Months

    Global Techno-Commerical MBA
    for
    Manufacturing Professionals

    ₹3,75,000/-

    Additional 18% GST. EMI options and flexible payment plans available

    *Includes immersion costs with but excludes accommodation and transportation expenses.

    **Additional cost of INR 96,000/- for the Singapore immersion excluding flights and visa. [OPTIONAL]

    Module Based Learning

    Complete six online modules, each six weeks long, with lectures, workshops, group mentoring and hands-on company projects.

     

    Mentor-Led Projects

    Work 1:1 with a designated mentor on four-week sprint assignments to develop specific and niche skills to master.

    Capstone Project

    Build a business in 12 weeks with access to dedicated venture-building support and see your idea and product come to life.

    Talent Incubator Access

    Join 12 engaging Talent Hub sessions in your city, featuring workshops, bootcamps, networking, and hackathons.

    Real World Experience

    Prepare tailored skills, case studies and knowledge for niche job areas, with mentorship to enhance career prospects.

    Global Immersions

    Participate in curated immersions in Boston, San Francisco, Singapore, and Ahmedabad to explore global startup ecosystems.

    Scholarships

    Rising Star Scholarship

    Eligibility: Open to team members with exceptional performance over last 5-10 years.

    Female Future Leader Scholarship

    Eligibility: Open to aspiring female leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers.

    Global Impact Leader Scholarship

    Eligibility: Open to aspiring global leaders with more than 10-years of experience

    We are on a Mission to Prepare Manufacturing Leaders of Tomorrow, Today!

    Frequently asked questions

    Q1. Who is this MBA designed for?
    This program is tailor-made for experienced professionals in the manufacturing sector—engineers, plant managers, QA/QC leads, EHS officers, and aspiring leaders who want to step into strategic, techno-commercial roles.
    Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a globally recognized European MBA degree, accredited under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), accepted across 60+ countries, including North America and Europe.
    Not at all. This is a work-integrated MBA designed for full-time professionals. Live online sessions are held on weekends, and all in-person components (ICT campus immersion, outbound leadership training) are scheduled with plenty of notice.
    This MBA is built specifically for the manufacturing industry, blending business leadership with industrial technologies, ESG, AI, plant operations, and supply chain strategy. It’s not theory-heavy—it’s outcome-focused.

    Your sessions will be led by mentors and faculty / alumni from MIT, NUS, IITs, IIMs, ICT, and global manufacturing leaders from top companies. You’ll learn from people who’ve run plants, built factories, and led global industrial transformations.

    Our graduates step into senior roles in operations, plant leadership, EHS strategy, supply chain, and innovation management. Many go on to lead large business units or launch their own industrial ventures.
    The program runs for 18 months, including weekend online classes, a 5-day campus immersion at ICT Mumbai, and a 3-day outbound leadership bootcamp.
    Click the “Apply Now” button and fill out a short form. Our admissions team will reach out for a quick 1-on-1 call to understand your background and help you with next steps.

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