{"id":45589,"date":"2025-03-25T09:36:28","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T04:06:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=45589"},"modified":"2025-04-22T11:35:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T06:05:48","slug":"mba-vs-pgdm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/","title":{"rendered":"MBA vs PGDM: Which One Offers a Better Career and a Higher Salary?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>MBA and PGDM are two management programs that often confuse aspirants regarding their differences, future opportunities, and salary potential. Understanding these distinctions is crucial to making an informed decision and avoiding misconceptions or hasty choices when choosing your final college.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, this blog aims to clarify the key differences between an MBA and a PGDM, ensuring that no aspirant is misled by misconceptions and rumors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, both MBA (Master of Business Administration) and PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) are postgraduate-level management programs. Due to the term &#8220;diploma,&#8221; PGDM is sometimes perceived as inferior to an MBA, but this is a misconception. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, which we will explore in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/I9G5fXbkZLM6Vcx27K10jB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM.jpeg\" alt=\"CAT Community\" class=\"wp-image-32638\" title=\"CAT Whatsapp Group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-300x47.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1024x159.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-768x119.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1536x238.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-150x23.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-696x108.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1068x166.jpeg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#Everything_about_an_MBA_%E2%80%93_Master_of_Business_Administration\" >Everything about an MBA &#8211; Master of Business Administration<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#MBA_Degree_Provider\" >MBA Degree Provider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#MBA_Curriculum\" >MBA Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#MBA_Fees\" >MBA Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#MBA_Salary\" >MBA Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#Top_Colleges\" >Top Colleges<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#Everything_about_PGDM_%E2%80%93_Post_Graduate_Diploma_in_Management\" >Everything about PGDM &#8211; Post Graduate Diploma in Management<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#PGDM_Degree_Provider\" >PGDM Degree Provider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#PGDM_Curriculum\" >PGDM Curriculum&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#PGDM_Fees\" >PGDM Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#PGDM_Salary\" >PGDM Salary&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#Top_Colleges-2\" >Top Colleges<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/mba-vs-pgdm\/#MBA_vs_PGDM\" >MBA vs. PGDM<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-everything-about-an-mba-master-of-business-administration\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Everything_about_an_MBA_%E2%80%93_Master_of_Business_Administration\"><\/span><strong>Everything about an MBA &#8211; Master of Business Administration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mba-degree-provider\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MBA_Degree_Provider\"><\/span><strong>MBA Degree Provider<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An MBA is a postgraduate degree that can only be awarded by a government or private university or a college affiliated with a university. Essentially, institutions recognized by the UGC are authorized to grant this degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mba-curriculum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MBA_Curriculum\"><\/span><strong>MBA Curriculum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MBA curriculum is designed by the university and remains fixed for a period of 3 to 5 years. As a result, it may not always keep up with rapid industry changes or include the latest case studies that offer valuable business insights. However, it is often considered rigorous and comprehensive, but it covers a wide range of subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The curriculum primarily focuses on the theoretical aspects of management, consisting of detailed methodologies, research papers, and industry terminology. This approach provides students with a strong knowledge-based foundation in business and management concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mba-fees\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MBA_Fees\"><\/span><strong>MBA Fees<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>MBA programs are generally more affordable as they are offered by government universities and affiliated colleges, many of which receive UGC grants and government funding. These institutions prioritize education and community service over rankings. Yet, they can provide high-paying jobs when pursued by top colleges. As a result, they offer a better return on investment (ROI), with salaries now comparable to those of PGDM colleges. For salary details, refer to the next section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mba-salary\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MBA_Salary\"><\/span><strong>MBA Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The average MBA salary starts around 5 lakhs and can go up to more than 30 lakhs depending on college, specialization, work experience, academic performance, and many more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-top-colleges\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Colleges\"><\/span><strong>Top Colleges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most MBA programs are offered by government universities and top-tier colleges like FMS, JBIMS, IITs, and many more. Yet if you are wondering why not IIMs are there in the list, there is a solid reason for it below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/I9G5fXbkZLM6Vcx27K10jB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM.jpeg\" alt=\"CAT Community\" class=\"wp-image-32638\" title=\"CAT Whatsapp Group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-300x47.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1024x159.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-768x119.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1536x238.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-150x23.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-696x108.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-08-27-at-2.36.09-PM-1068x166.jpeg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-everything-about-pgdm-post-graduate-diploma-in-management\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Everything_about_PGDM_%E2%80%93_Post_Graduate_Diploma_in_Management\"><\/span><strong>Everything about PGDM &#8211; Post Graduate Diploma in Management<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pgdm-degree-provider\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PGDM_Degree_Provider\"><\/span><strong>PGDM Degree Provider<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AICTE-recognized independent B-Schools offer a two-year PGDM program, which focuses on practical management skills. If the institution is accredited by AIU, the PGDM is considered equivalent to an MBA. However, this does not affect its value, recognition, or placement opportunities for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pgdm-curriculum-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PGDM_Curriculum\"><\/span><strong>PGDM Curriculum&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PGDM colleges have the autonomy to design their curriculum based on the latest industry trends and global business developments. Unlike MBA programs, PGDM courses can be frequently updated to align with evolving industry requirements. This flexibility allows B-schools to stay competitive, drive curriculum innovation, and emphasize practical, application-based learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the key reasons why many IIMs offer a PGDM diploma instead of an MBA degree. Despite being government institutions, they have the authority to structure their courses independently. Additionally, this flexibility is why PGDM diplomas from top institutions are often referred to as MBAs, even though the official designation remains PGDM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pgdm-fees\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PGDM_Fees\"><\/span><strong>PGDM Fees<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PGDM programs require a higher financial commitment due to extensive facilities, academic resources, and industry-oriented activities. These include regular on-campus classes, hostel and mess facilities, club rooms, auditoriums, and other amenities that often surpass those of many MBA colleges. The primary goal of these expenses is to provide top-tier faculty, practical education, and world-class resources, ensuring students can compete with global MBA graduates without any limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/iquantacat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark>Join the Largest CAT Preparation Community in India<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/iquantacat\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-747x420.jpeg 747w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-150x84.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-696x392.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM-1068x601.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-11.07.00-PM.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pgdm-salary-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PGDM_Salary\"><\/span><strong>PGDM Salary&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The average PGDM salary starts around 6 lakhs and can go up to more than 30 lakhs depending on college, specialization, work experience, academic performance, and many more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-top-colleges-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Colleges-2\"><\/span><strong>Top Colleges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta-the holy trinity, no doubt about it. Then, after them, the ranking is mostly followed by IIM Lucknow, ISB Hyderabad, XLRI, SPJIMR, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Mumbai, IIM Indore, and many more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mba-vs-pgdm\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MBA_vs_PGDM\"><\/span><strong>MBA vs. PGDM<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>MBA&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PGDM<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A degree that can only be awarded by a government or private university or a college affiliated with a university.<\/td><td>AICTE-recognized independent B-Schools offer a two-year PGDM program, which focuses on practical management skills.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The curriculum provides students with a strong knowledge-based foundation in business and management concepts.<\/td><td>PGDM colleges have the autonomy to design their curriculum based on the latest industry trends and global business developments.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MBA programs are generally more affordable as they are offered by government universities and affiliated colleges<\/td><td>PGDM programs require a higher financial commitment due to extensive facilities, academic resources, and industry-oriented activities.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5 lakhs and can go up to more than 30 lakhs depending on college, specialization, work experience, academic performance, and many more.<\/td><td>6 lakhs and can go up to more than 30 lakhs depending on college, specialization, work experience, academic performance, and many more.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Top-tier colleges like FMS, JBIMS, IITs, and many more.&nbsp;<\/td><td>IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, ISB Hyderabad, XLRI, SPJIMR, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Mumbai, IIM Indore, and many more.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/cat-2025\">Enroll for iQuanta\u00a0CAT Course<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/cat-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-747x420.jpeg 747w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-150x84.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-696x392.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM-1068x601.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-21-at-5.09.00-PM.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MBA and PGDM are two management programs that often confuse aspirants regarding their differences, future opportunities, and salary potential. 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