IIM Kozhikode Secures 69th Rank in FT MiM Global Rankings

Speedy Summary:

• The Indian Institute of Management-Kozhikode (IIMK) ranked 69th globally in the Financial Times Masters in Management (FT MiM) Rankings 2025, maintaining its position in the global Top 70 for the second consecutive year.
• Alumni reported a 38% salary increase and achieved 100% employability within three months of graduation.
• Gender diversity at IIMK includes 57% women students and a board with 47% female portrayal.
• IIMK has a notable international student presence (2%), equal too IIM Bangalore among Indian Institutes of Management.
• Globally ranked:

– 66th for ESG and net-zero teaching initiatives, highest among all IIMs.
– 51st for carbon footprint management.

• Consistently ranked top three in India under NIRF’s Management Category rankings for the third consecutive year.

Indian Opinion Analysis:

The continued high ranking of IIM Kozhikode on global platforms like FT MiM highlights India’s growing influence on international business education. Its success reflects an alignment between academic rigor and sustainability-focused programs such as ESG, which resonate with global priorities on climate action. The strong gender diversity metrics elevate its progressive image, suggesting efforts towards inclusivity that could serve as benchmarks for other institutions across India. However, while the relatively low international student percentage signals improvement over past years, further efforts may be needed to enhance cross-border engagement to match premier institutions globally. This achievement underscores India’s potential to deliver quality management education that not only competes but excels internationally.

Published – September 08, 2025
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