TLDR: IIM Indore has announced the commencement of the ninth batch of its Executive Certificate Programme in Strategy and Leadership for Senior Professionals. This one-year online program, delivered in collaboration with TimesPro, is designed for seasoned executives with over a decade of experience, aiming to enhance their strategic foresight, leadership capabilities, and digital fluency, including a dedicated module on Generative AI.
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has officially launched the ninth cohort of its highly regarded Executive Certificate Programme in Strategy and Leadership for Senior Professionals. This comprehensive one-year program is specifically tailored for experienced executives with a minimum of ten years in the professional sphere, including roles such as Executive Directors, Chief Transformation Officers, Business Unit Heads, CEOs, and Vice Presidents across various industries. The initiative is a collaborative effort with TimesPro, leveraging their state-of-the-art Interactive Learning (IL) platform for direct-to-device (D2D) delivery.
The program’s curriculum is meticulously structured to provide participants with a robust understanding of core business functions and to sharpen their strategic thinking and leadership acumen. Key modules include Business Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Leadership, Business Analytics, HR Practices, and Digital Transformation. A significant highlight of this batch is the inclusion of a cutting-edge module on Generative AI, for which participants will also receive a dedicated certificate. This addition underscores the program’s commitment to equipping leaders with the competencies necessary to navigate and thrive in an increasingly dynamic and technology-driven global business landscape.
Delivery of the program combines live online weekend sessions with an exclusive three-day campus immersion experience at IIM Indore. This blended learning approach is designed to foster deep learning, facilitate peer collaboration, and provide invaluable access to high-value professional networks. The pedagogy incorporates interactive live lectures, real-world case studies, and practical assessments, ensuring a holistic and engaging educational journey.
Prof. Himanshu Rai, Director, IIM Indore, emphasized the program’s strategic importance, stating, “This programme has been meticulously designed to enable seasoned professionals to strengthen their strategic foresight, harness emerging technologies, and inspire organisational transformation. With the addition of cutting-edge modules such as Generative AI, we are equipping leaders with the competencies to navigate an evolving business ecosystem with agility and purpose.”
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Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be granted the prestigious Executive Education Alumni status of IIM Indore, further solidifying their professional credentials and expanding their network within the esteemed institution’s alumni community. The program aims to empower leaders to drive strategic innovation, unlock their full leadership potential, and translate complex strategies into impactful execution within their organizations.


