From Asia’s 1st B-School for Product,
Technology & Innovation Managers.

MBA In TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Become the Manager this technology driven world needs today

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Technology driven businesses are the future

And the future belongs to those who manage them

64%

of tech employers want management education graduates to leverage technology and AI skills for acquiring business skills and make decisions.

#3

Rank of Technology Skills along with Strategic Thinking as most important future skills for business managers in 3 yrs

71%

of employers believe in-person program impart stronger technical, leadership and communication skills than online programs

18LPA

is the estimated median starting salary in Asia for Technology Management graduates in 2025

Go beyond managing people. Manage Technology, innovation and Process.

Rethink MBA

Program Overview

MBA in Technology Management

This Program is a unique, industry-integrated, career-outcome-focused, UGC-accredited degree program for early career professionals. It’s a highly specialized program that brings together technology and AI skills, management skills, and business skills to prepare the participants and make them ready to manage technology initiatives, digital transformation projects, and digital products.

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Globally Validated Contemporary, Relevant and Industry Integrated Curriculum

Business

■ Measures of central tendency and variability
Probability Basics & Distribution
Sampling distributions, estimation
Hypothesis testing (Normal sampling distribution)

Generate & prototype  innovative ideas
Emerging technologies and their applications
Solution Validation
Interdisciplinary collaboration

Technology

Product & Services Marketing
Digital Marketing
Tech Product Lifecycle
■ Positioning and Branding Technology Products
■ Customer Acquisition and Retention in the Tech Industry
■ Measuring Marketing Effectiveness for Technology Products

 

Design Thinking
Customer Insighting
Market Research & Analysi
Digital Business Models
■ Minimum Viable Products

Introduction to AI and ML
Types of Machine Learning
AI Algorithms
Data Preprocessing
Model Evaluation
■ Overfitting and Underfitting
■ Introduction to Deep Learning
■ Hands-on Implementation
■ Ethics and Bias in AI
■ Future Trends in AI and ML

Management

Business Objectives Discovery
Formulating a BA plan
Requirements definition
Assessing value created by the solution
Strategic Thinking and Analysis

Process Optimization development strategy
Strategic Fit
Risk mitigation
■Project Management competencies
■ Industry case studies

Business

Hypothesis & experiments
Data Driven Product Roadmaps
Product Analytics
Key Metrics and Goals
■ Product Led Growth

Technology

AI-driven solutions
AI workflows
Data pipelines for AI product functionality
■ Iterating AI models
■ Ethical AI design

Prototyping and Innovation Spaces
Hands-on Learning with Emerging Technologies
Tech Stack Exploration and Integration
Experimentation with Agile and DevOps Practices
Collaboration on Real-World Industry Projects

Management

Introduction to Financial Modeling in Technology
Key Financial Statements and Metrics for Tech Companies
Revenue Models for Technology Products and Services
Cost Structures and Profitability Analysis
■ Valuation Methods for Technology Startups
■ Budgeting and Forecasting for Tech Projects
■ Cash Flow Management and Capital Allocation
■ Scenario Analysis and Risk Management
■ Financial KPIs and Performance Measurement
■ Presenting Financial Models to Stakeholders

Agile Development Process
Story Mapping and Product Roadmaps
Product Prioritisation
Managing Product Development Process

Technology-Driven Business Models
Strategic Consulting for Digital Transformation
Optimizing Operations with Technology Solutions
■Tech-Specific Change Management and Organizational Impact
■ Measuring ROI in Technology Investments

Digital Strategy Development
Emerging Technologies Integration
Change Management and Organizational Culture
■Business Model and Process Innovation
■ Customer Experience Enhancement

Business

The Role of Intellectual Property in Innovation
Types of IP: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets
IP Strategy for Business Innovation
IP Protection, Enforcement, and Compliance
■ Monetizing & Licensing Intellectual Property

Technology

Foundations of Solutions Architecture
Design Principles and Best Practices
Scalable and Resilient System Design
■ Integration and Interoperability of Systems
■ Security, Compliance, and Governance in Architectures

Emerging Technology Trends and Forecasting
Assessing Technological Impact and Business Alignment
Project Scope Evaluation and Feasibility
Risk Management and Resource Allocation
Stakeholder Communication and ROI Analysis

■ Identifying Emerging Technology Trends
■ Evaluating Technological Impact on Business
■ Forecasting Technology Adoption and Maturity
■ Assessing Project Scope and Objectives
■ Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies
■ Resource Allocation and Budgeting
■ Developing Roadmaps for Technology Projects
■ Analyzing Feasibility and Return on Investmen
■ Stakeholder Communication and Alignment

■ Fundamentals of Cloud Computing and Deployment Models
■ Managing Cloud Infrastructure: Platforms, Storage, and Networking
■ Cloud Security and Compliance
■ Optimizing Cloud Costs and Resource Allocation
■ Scalability and High Availability in Cloud Environments

■ Data Privacy Regulations and Compliance (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
■ Risk Management and Data Protection Strategies
■ Data Encryption and Secure Storage Solutions
■ Cybersecurity Threats and Vulnerabilities
■ Incident Response and Data Breach Management
■ Privacy by Design and Data Minimization
■ Security Audits and Vulnerability Assessments
■ Data Governance and Access Control
■ Ethical Considerations in Data Privacy and Security

■ Introduction to Python for Data Analytics
■ Data Cleaning and Preprocessing with Python
■ Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) using Python
■ Building Predictive Models in Python
■ Data Visualization with Python (Matplotlib, Seaborn)

Technology

Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future
Market Analysis and Forecasting Technology Trends
Evaluating the Business Impact of New Technologies
■ Leveraging Data for Technology Trend Analysis
■ Strategic Decision Making in the Face of Technology Disruption
■ Identifying emerging technology trends
■ Analyzing the impact of technologies on industries

Leadership Styles and Theories
Building and Leading High-Performance Teams
Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
Decision-Making and Problem-Solving in Teams
Performance Management and Motivation Strategies

■ Defining and Scoping Industry Challenges
■ Collaborating with Industry Partners on Real-World Problems
■ Developing Actionable Solutions and Prototypes
■ Project Management and Deliverables in Capstone Projects
■ Presenting and Defending Project Outcomes to Stakeholders

Business

■ Measures of central tendency and variability
Probability Basics & Distribution
Sampling distributions, estimation
Hypothesis testing (Normal sampling distribution)

Generate & prototype  innovative ideas
Emerging technologies and their applications
Solution Validation
Interdisciplinary collaboration

Technology

Product & Services Marketing
Digital Marketing
Tech Product Lifecycle
■ Positioning and Branding Technology Products
■ Customer Acquisition and Retention in the Tech Industry
■ Measuring Marketing Effectiveness for Technology Products

 

Design Thinking
Customer Insighting
Market Research & Analysi
Digital Business Models
■ Minimum Viable Products

Introduction to AI and ML
Types of Machine Learning
AI Algorithms
Data Preprocessing
Model Evaluation
■ Overfitting and Underfitting
■ Introduction to Deep Learning
■ Hands-on Implementation
■ Ethics and Bias in AI
■ Future Trends in AI and ML

Management

Business Objectives Discovery
Formulating a BA plan
Requirements definition
Assessing value created by the solution
Strategic Thinking and Analysis

Process Optimization development strategy
Strategic Fit
Risk mitigation
■Project Management competencies
■ Industry case studies

Backed by Industry Leaders

Industry Captains that drive Institute’s charter

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Your future Mentors and Hiring Managers

Leaders who endorse our commitment and impact

Amit Phadnis
Amit PhadnisChief Innovation and Technology Officer, RapidAI
72% of companies across all industries are going through digital transformation & hence what we need are leaders and managers who can understand the context of customer, technology and business.
Lokesh Tripathi
Lokesh TripathiDirector - Product Management & Product Design, Intuit
Having hired from the Institute, I can say this with confidence that its the best place to access industry-ready product leaders. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to hire product leaders.
Saran Chatterjee
Saran Chatterjee SVP, Product Management and Product Marketing, Move. Inc
Leadership starts and ends with the team. This has been my learning as a Leader. Leaders have to go from Managing people to Influencing people, from Managing tasks to Managing Business outcomes.
Sarv Saravanan
Sarv SaravananChief Customer Officer, Commvault
Business models are changing and a lot of startups are disrupting incumbents. Not just Product Managers but Engineering Leaders, Design Leaders and Business Leaders require Strategic Leadership skills to move up in their careers. I'm thrilled to see IPL building such great programs to help bridge the gap for tomorrow's leaders.
Atul Batra
Atul BatraAdvisor, Raptor Supplies Limited | Ex. CTO, Manthan Systems
Industry wants to hire professionals who not only understand the depth of data science but can leverage that to business outcomes.
Gaurav Mathur
Gaurav MathurVice President - Design, Flipkart
A benefit of incorporating user-centric design is that it solves problems and addresses user needs through well-designed experiences thereby increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.

Learn from the people who “Do”, not just teach.

Global Practitioner Faculty at the Institute

Manjunath Subramanian
Director of Product
Management

Anand Shrivastava
Sr. Director of Product Management

Muthuraj Thangavel
Senior Product Manager

Akash Chandan
Staff User Experience
Researcher

Visible and Immediate Career Impact

Inspiring paths traced by past Alumni

Arti Gopale
Associate Product Manager

Kalyani Mirge
Product Manager

Ninad Bongane
Executive Associate

Meera Maurya
Data Science Engineer

Prathamesh Dhumal
Product Manager

1.5

yrs avg. work experience

100%

Placed in Technology Companies

55%

avg. salary increase within 2 yrs

80%

promoted within 1 yr

Working in these companies…

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Experiential Learning

Pedagogy designed to help you build sought after skills. Not just knowledge.

Global Practitioner Faculty

Learn from the people who “Do”. Interact with 50+ industry leaders visiting campus

Tech Management Careers Focused

Laser focus on making you Digital Managers with paid internships and placements in Tech companies

1:1
Mentoring

Entrepreneurs and business managers as personal coaches throughout the journey

Innovation Labs

Bring Your Own Product or Business Idea – Validate, Design and Build it with MVPs, growth-hacking, product & finance planning, product marketing and more. Show case it to the world and signal you are ready!

Technology Labs

A unique, hands-on learning experience where you work on real-world projects using industry-standard tools and methodologies. Enhances not just technical skills but also ensure you are job-ready for today’s competitive tech environments.

Analytics Labs

Tailored to equip you with the practical skills, tools proficiency, and business insights required to excel in the field of analytics, ensuring you are ready to meet the demands of today’s data-driven organizations.

People engaged in a classroom setting with comprehensive frameworks and skill-hackathons in progress

Skill Labs

Assurance of skills not with a keyword on Resume but by demonstrations. Practice, Implement and Showcase new-age skills augmented through comprehensive frameworks and skill-hackathons, by working on real-time industry problems and simulations.

People engaged in a classroom setting, with sessions on career path planning, unlimited 1:1 career coaching

Career Labs

Unlimited Career Opportunities via Talent Hackathons from DAY 1, networking with hiring managers / industry meet-ups and more

Career Impact and Accelerated ROI

Your success is our responsibility

Job roles you can expect to be placed in

Managerial Roles in:

The Institute’s signature Career Assistance Platform (CAP) provides dedicated support for program participants through

To view more details, download the career transition report

Admissions Process

Apply to Program

Take IPSAT (TM) assessment. Waived if you have GMAT score > 600 or CAT > 70% or KMAT > 85%
1

Attend GD / PI

IPL Bangalore Campus, Online
2

University Registration

Access to workshops, Labs, 1:1 Career Coaching, Webinars, Harvard Cases & Learning Resources before class start
3

Application Fees 1500 INR
(includes the Skill Aptitude Test)

Soak in one of the world's biggest tech hubs

Stay, Connect, Learn in Namma Bengaluru's state-of-the-art CMR University Lakeside Campus

Soak in one of the world's biggest tech hubs

Stay, Connect, Learn in Namma Bengaluru's state-of-the-art CMR University Lakeside Campus

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Career Support & Outcomes
  • Industry & Advanced Topics
  • General Program

About the Course

The MBA in Technology Management is a specialized, UGC-accredited program that combines business management principles with cutting-edge technology and AI skills. It is designed for early-career professionals who want to accelerate into leadership roles in technology-driven industries.

 The program covers the intersection of technology, business, and management. You’ll learn data analytics, AI & ML foundations, digital product management, cloud computing, technology forecasting, digital strategy, and leadership. It also emphasises cross-functional skills such as IT management, project management, and innovation leadership.

Yes, the Tech MBA program is UGC-approved and delivered in partnership with CMR University, Bangalore, ensuring global recognition and credibility of your MBA degree.

 

 The syllabus is spread across multiple semesters, blending business, technology, and management tracks. Key areas include:

  • Business analytics and financial modeling

     

  • Technology marketing and digital business models

     

  • AI, ML, and cloud computing fundamentals

     

  • Innovation labs, product development, product management, and project management

     

Leadership, strategy, and team management

Unlike a general MBA that focuses on broad business concepts, this program is laser-focused on technology-driven industries. It equips you with specialised skills in emerging tech, digital transformation, and product management, along with global certifications and guaranteed internships that ensure you’re industry-ready.

 

You’ll learn how to manage technology initiatives, lead digital transformation, and align technology solutions with business goals. Core fundamentals include customer and business context, innovation processes, IT management, and leadership skills tailored for technology-driven organisations.

 In addition to the UGC-accredited MBA degree, the curriculum prepares you for industry-recognized certifications such as PMI (Project Management Institute), IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis), Agile Product Management, and Cloud Architecture certifications. You’ll also receive course completion certificates from the Institute of Product Leadership.

 Some of the key modules include:

  • Data Analytics for Decision Making

     

  • Technology Marketing & Growth

     

  • AI and Machine Learning Foundations

     

  • Digital SaaS Product Management

     

  • Cloud Computing & Forecasting

     

  • Business Analysis and Digital Transformation

     

Leadership and Team Management

  • Duration: 24 months full-time
  • Location: CMR University, Bangalore
  • Format: Campus-based, residential program
  • Features: Guaranteed internships, Guaranteed job placement, global certifications, and practitioner-led teaching

The program is a 24-month (2 years) full-time MBA, designed for fresh graduates and early-career professionals.