Offered by Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC)
A one‑year, executive-level programme (Live online + two campus immersions) from IIM Calcutta that equips managers with analytics-driven operations, lean systems, strategic sourcing and digital supply‑chain tools to drive efficiency and resilience across manufacturing and service sectors.
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC)
This one‑year Executive Programme in Operations Management from IIM Calcutta builds strategic operational capability for managers across manufacturing and services. Through six modules, case studies and a capstone project, you will learn operations strategy, lean methods, supply‑chain analytics, strategic sourcing, and the use of digital technologies (AI, IoT, blockchain) to improve resilience and responsiveness.
Delivery combines weekly live online sessions on a Direct‑to‑Device Interactive Learning platform with two mandatory on‑campus immersions (four days and three days). Assessment is continuous (participation, cases, assignments, quizzes, project presentations and end‑of‑module exams) and successful completion grants a Certificate of Successful Completion from IIM Calcutta and Executive Education Alumni Status.
Key highlights and core differentiators that set this program apart.
IIM Calcutta Executive Education Alumni Status
Two campus immersions at IIM Calcutta (mandatory)
Case-based teaching + industry capstone project
Focus on digital technologies (AI, IoT, Blockchain) in supply chains
Diverse peer group and executive network
Core capabilities, strategic skills, and managerial frameworks you will acquire.
Essential delivery mode, timeline, and candidate eligibility at a glance.
Comprehensive breakdown of course modules, masterclasses, and hands-on projects.
Understanding operations strategy
Strategic trade-offs based on cost, quality, efficiency, and flexibility
Process view of operations and lean thinking
Designing manufacturing and service processes
Process capability, control and six sigma
Supply chain project management
Supply chain responsiveness through retail and its inventory (multi-item inventory while facing uncertainty)
AI-driven demand forecasting and modelling
Digital operation and supply chain management driven by blockchain, IoT, and additive manufacturing
Supply chain optimisation
Decision analysis with supply chain risk
Mitigating supply chain risk through simulation
Procurement as a business function
Distribution network design
- Public procurement: processes and contracts
- Innovation in sourcing: technology and co-innovation with suppliers
Organisation design and management of high-performance teams
Change management as a supply chain partner
Effective communication
Introduction to supply chain finance (importance, ecosystem, trends, philosophy of network financing)
Understanding and analysing the flow of information, goods and capital in supply chain
Theory of constraints for unlocking the hidden potential of operations
Macroeconomics and its impact on supply chains
Managing a sustainable supply chain
Understanding the latest supply chain innovations in warehousing and retailing
Application of AI/ML in operational decision-making
Comprehensive supply chain simulation
Participants will undertake a capstone project in an area of operations management directly related to their own organisation, allowing them to apply the programme's frameworks to solve real-world business challenges.
Case studies (HBSP cases)
- Manzana Insurance: Fruitvale Branch (Abridged)
A profile of Toyota’s Production System
Hewlett-Packard Company Deskjet Printer Supply Chain
Readings
What is the right supply chain for your product?
Aligning supply chain strategies with product uncertainties
Simulation
*Case studies featured here are indicative of previous batches; IIMC reserves the right to modify these for the upcoming batch.
Format, class schedules, campus immersion details, and evaluation criteria.
Sunday · 15:30-18:30 · Weekly · Class Timings: Sunday – 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM (Direct-to-Device live sessions)
Learn alongside peers during two structured in-person sessions at IIM Calcutta’s campus.
You will visit the IIM Calcutta campus twice—once for four days and again for three days. These sessions offer space for collaboration, hands-on learning, and deeper discussions. It’s a chance to step away from daily work and reflect on challenges in a focused academic environment.
Beyond classroom sessions, the immersion allows you to engage face-to-face with faculty and peers. You will explore real-world case studies, strengthen concepts, and expand your perspective. These interactions give shape to your learning and help you connect your professional experience with structured academic thinking. Attendance is mandatory for completion.
Each course will be taught with case studies, industry examples and analytical tools delivered via a state-of-the-art Interactive Learning (IL) platform (Direct-to-Device). Face-to-face campus modules provide immersive faculty-led sessions; participants receive reading materials and may interact with faculty via e-mail/chat.
Continuous evaluation: class participation, case discussions, assignments, quizzes, project presentations and final examination.
Module-level evaluation will be held for individual modules (excluding modules held on campus).
Grading scale: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor; successful completion requires meeting attendance requirements and having "Poor" in no more than two modules.
Giving feedback is integral to completion requirements.
Eligibility criteria, work experience requirements, and admission steps.
Operations / Supply Chain professionals seeking data-driven strategies and modern practices to optimise operations.
Strategic decision‑makers aiming to strengthen planning, risk management and robust supply chains.
Entrepreneurs looking to optimise processes, reduce waste and maximise value creation.
Professionals in cross‑functional roles who want operations & supply‑chain knowledge to collaborate across teams.
Working professionals with at least 3 years’ experience in operations, procurement, production, logistics, sales & distribution, service delivery, programme/project management or related strategic roles.
Application submission (including educational qualifications and SOP).
Profile evaluation and shortlisting based on education, relevant professional experience and SOP; meeting the stated eligibility criteria.
Graduates gain official alumni recognition and lifetime networking privileges.
Lifetime Executive Education Alumni Status with IIM Calcutta.
Access to IIM Calcutta’s Executive Education alumni network (over 35,000 professionals).
An e‑mail ID with IIM Calcutta's domain.
Alumni newsletters and updates; 5% discount on fee for another LDP programme offered by IIM Calcutta.
Key application deadlines, batch commencement dates, and intake schedules.
| Application Deadline | 18 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Program Start Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Application Closure Date (previously shown on page) | 28 September 2025 — Listed on page as an example earlier; current cohort deadline is 2026-10-18 |
Campus visits (two visits: four days and three days) are mandatory for completion and scheduled mid‑programme and at the end of the programme; campus delivery is subject to government and institute pandemic advisories and may be converted to online sessions if required.
Tuition fees, flexible installment schedules, and available financing options.
| Fee or instalment | Amount | Due date / terms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing Fee | ₹15,000 | At application / up front | Refundable if profile rejected by IIM Calcutta subject to ₹2,500 administrative deduction; non-refundable if candidate rejects offer or application rejected for incomplete information |
| Total Programme Fee (including application fee) | ₹4,07,000 | — | GST extra as applicable; payable to Times Edutech and Events Limited (TEEL) |
| Instalment I | ₹1,10,000 | Within one week of offer rollout | *GST will be added as applicable |
| Instalment II | ₹94,000 | 6th December, 2026 | *GST will be added as applicable |
| Instalment III | ₹94,000 | 6th February, 2027 | *GST will be added as applicable |
| Instalment IV | ₹94,000 | 6th April, 2027 | *GST will be added as applicable |
- Processing Fee: ₹15,000 (payable to Times Edutech and Events Limited (TEEL)).
Total programme fee: ₹4,07,000 + GST (GST will be additional as applicable).
Processing Fee will be refunded if applicant profile is rejected by IIM Calcutta subject to a deduction of ₹2,500 administrative charges.
Processing Fee will NOT be refunded if the candidate rejects the offer or if the application is rejected due to incomplete documents/information or unmet eligibility.
All fees payable to Times Edutech and Events Limited (TEEL).
Common queries about the program, admissions, curriculum, and policies.
The IIM Calcutta executive program in operations management is a 12-month online certificate course covering process design, supply chain strategy, analytics, and leadership—designed for professionals aiming to advance in operations management in India across service and manufacturing sectors.
Yes, the IIM operations management course is ideal for professionals with 3+ years of experience. It helps deepen operational expertise, preparing you for leadership roles across industries—especially in today’s evolving landscape of operations management in India.
To apply for the executive programme in operations management IIM Calcutta, you must have at least three years of full-time work experience and a minimum of 50% marks in your graduation, diploma, or masters degree in operations management or other field.
The programme is primarily an operations management course online, with weekly live online classes. It also includes two in-person campus immersions at IIM Calcutta. This hybrid model supports structured learning and peer interaction in a flexible format.
The total fee for the IIM Calcutta operations management programme is ₹4,07,000 plus GST. The amount is payable in four instalments. Financial support is available through EMI options, subject to eligibility with TimesPro’s loan partners.
Yes, upon successful completion, you will be awarded a certificate in the Executive Programme in Operations Management from IIM Calcutta. This prestigious credential grants you Executive Education Alumni Status, significantly elevating your professional profile in the industry.
Yes, the executive program in operations management is relevant for professionals in both service and manufacturing sectors. It includes tools applicable across industries, making it a flexible option among operations management courses in India.
Successful candidates receive a "Certificate of Successful Completion" from IIM Calcutta. Participants meeting attendance but not completion criteria receive a "Certificate of Participation". Certificates may be illustrative and subject to institute discretion.
About the institute
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) is a public business school located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It was the first IIM to be established in India and is consistently ranked as one of the top management institutes in the country and Asia. IIMC offers various postgraduate, doctoral, and executive education programs in management. The institute is known for its rigorous academic curriculum, case-based learning approach, and strong industry connections. It has a diverse student body and faculty, and a strong alumni network consisting of successful business leaders and entrepreneurs.