From “Any Job” to a Real Career: How Lernern’s MBA + PGP (AI & Business Ops) Makes Graduates Job‑Ready in 9–10 Months
Most fresh graduates in India hit the same wall: only sales or call‑centre roles, unclear growth, and the pressure to take a high‑cost MBA that often funnels you back to the same entry‑level jobs.
If you want a long-term, skill-led career (without big loans), there’s a smarter route.
Lernern.com’s MBA + PGP (Advanced AI & Business Operations) is a work‑integrated pathway: learn practical AI/business tools, start earning in 9–10 months, and finish an MBA in 24 months while building relevant experience.
What employers really want (and most MBAs miss)
- Quant + digital tools: Excel/Sheets (advanced), SQL, Power BI/Tableau, Python basics, automations/RPA.
- Business ops fluency: procurement, MIS, HR ops, finance fundamentals, vendor management, PMO.
- Execution + communication: documentation, dashboards, SOPs, stakeholder updates.
- Proof of work: capstone projects, live internships, measurable impact.
The Lernern Pathway (0–24 Months)
Phase 1 (Months 0–4): Foundations
- Business analytics: Advanced Excel/Sheets, SQL essentials, Power BI dashboards
- AI for operations: Python basics, prompt engineering, no‑code automations (Zapier/Make), RPA intro
- Ops core: MIS, procurement basics, HR ops, compliance, project management, business comms
Phase 2 (Months 5–9): Applied Practice
- Domain sprints + live projects (choose any 2):
MIS & Reporting • HR Analytics • Procurement & Vendor Ops • PMO & CXO Office • CRM & Growth Ops • Supply Chain Ops - Portfolio: 3 capstones (e.g., automated WBR dashboard, hiring funnel analytics, procurement savings tracker)
Outcome by Month 9–10: Job‑ready; typical entry roles ₹18k–₹25k/month*
*Ranges are indicative; final offers depend on performance, city, and employer.
Phase 3 (Months 10–24): Work + MBA
- Part‑time MBA coursework (UGC‑recognised via partner university) alongside job
- Advanced modules: forecasting, scenario modelling, KPI design, governance & risk, managerial comms
- Capstone + specialization paper aligned to your on‑the‑job role
Outcome by Month 24: Sustainable roles with typical salaries ₹28k–₹45k+/month (top performers can exceed this).
Target Roles & What You’ll Do (with tools you’ll learn)
| Role (Entry→Growth) | What you actually do | Must‑have skills | Typical tools |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI/Automation Analyst | Build small automations, data clean‑up, prompt flows | Excel/SQL, Python basics, APIs, RPA | Excel/Sheets, Python, Power BI, Zapier/Make |
| MIS Executive/Analyst | Own reports, dashboards, weekly business review | Advanced Excel, SQL, BI, storytelling | Excel, Power Query, SQL, Power BI/Tableau |
| Business Analyst (Junior) | Map processes, gather requirements, design KPIs | Process mapping, SQL, docs, comms | Lucidchart, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI |
| Purchase/Procurement Officer | Vendor onboarding, RFQs, savings tracker | Negotiation basics, Excel, GST/compliance | Zoho/SAP (intro), Sheets, Docs |
| Admin/Operations In‑charge | Facility/vendor SLAs, budgeting, SOPs | Ops planning, documentation, comms | Sheets, Docs, ticketing tools |
| HR Ops & Talent Analytics | Hiring pipeline, onboarding, HRIS reports | Data hygiene, BI basics, labour basics | Zoho People, Excel, Power BI |
| Vendor Management | Contracts, SLAs, escalations, scorecards | Negotiation, SLA design, reporting | Sheets, Docs, e‑sign, Power BI |
| CXO Office / PMO Coordinator | Project trackers, WBR packs, follow‑ups | KPI design, PM, crisp comms | PowerPoint, BI, JIRA/Trello/Asana |
| CRM & Growth Ops | Leads, funnels, cohort tracking, LTV | SQL-lite, attribution thinking, hygiene | CRM (Zoho/Salesforce), Sheets, BI |
| Supply Chain Coordinator | Inventory, OTIF, basic demand reports | Excel, ops math, RCA | WMS/ERP basics, Excel, BI |
Sample 10‑Month Outcomes (Fictional but Realistic)
1) Aditi (BA Economics)
- Month 5: Internship—created automated sales dashboard (Power BI)
- Month 10: MIS Analyst @ ₹22,000/month
- Month 24: Business Analyst @ ₹36,000/month
2) Sagar (B.Com)
- Month 6: Reduced invoice cycle by 18% using SOP + Sheets automation
- Month 10: Procurement Executive @ ₹20,000/month
- Month 24: Vendor Ops Lead @ ₹34,000/month
3) Meera (B.Sc.)
- Month 7: Built HR hiring funnel dashboard; cut time‑to‑hire by 12 days
- Month 10: HR Ops Analyst @ ₹21,000/month
- Month 24: HR Analytics @ ₹33,000/month
These paths happen because students show work (live projects + portfolio), not just degrees.
Why this beats a high‑cost “generic” MBA
Traditional route
- Pay ₹6–12 lakh+, 2 years off work
- Broad theory, limited tools
- Compete for the same sales/BPO roles
Lernern MBA + PGP
- Low investment, earn from Month 9–10
- Tool‑heavy, AI‑first curriculum + real deliverables
- Work‑integrated: 2 years of experience by graduation
- Clear line‑of‑sight to operations, analytics, and management roles
Who hires?
E‑commerce, retail, BFSI, healthcare, IT services, logistics, manufacturing, D2C, MSMEs, and growth‑stage startups that value people who can build dashboards, automate repeat work, and drive weekly business reviews.
Admissions & Support
- Eligibility: Any graduate (BA/BCom/BSc/BBA/BTech), basic computer skills
- Selection: Aptitude + Excel check → Interview → Offer
- Career services: Resume/LinkedIn, mock interviews, portfolio reviews, placement drives, referrals
- Compliance: MBA via UGC‑recognised partner university; work‑integrated learning model
Your next steps
- Apply for MBA + PGP (AI & Business Ops) on Lernern.com
- Pick your two domain tracks (e.g., MIS + Procurement, HR Analytics + PMO)
- Finish capstones, clear internship, and start earning by Month 9–10
- Complete MBA while progressing to Analyst/Executive → Supervisor/Manager tracks
Skills + Tools + Experience = Career.
Don’t loop back to the same jobs. Build a long‑term, sustainable path with Lernern.
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