How good is the FPM program in IIM Kozhikode and what are the requirements to get into it?

The Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) of IIM Kozhikode is a full-time, residential program and is a financially supported doctoral program as was once initiated by the institute. 

Here is a breakdown of various vital points,

• The program is renowned for its rigorous, interdisciplinary training mandated in every domain of business management.
• The FPM graduates are one of the vital sources for management researchers, along the lines of faculty resources in top-notch educational domains, industries, businesses, governments, and societal advancements. 
• Two-thirds of the students belonging to the FPM program are now either placed at several national and international institutes.

Applicants holding an Executive PGDM from IIM Kozhikode, the applicants bearing a PGDM (full-time 2-year program) from any of the IIMs, despite their establishment, can be exempted from taking qualifying tests. 

Candidates would be eligible based on their recommendations, their profile and their qualifying scores. Candidates would have to further go through a personal interview (and/or written exams) at IIM Kozhikode.