Offered by Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC)
A 12-month executive programme for experienced professionals moving from functional expertise to strategic leadership, combining live online learning, case-based peer collaboration, and campus immersion to build cross-functional decision-making capability.
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC)
Designed for experienced professionals, this 12-month programme supports the transition from operational execution and functional expertise to strategic business leadership. It builds clarity in decision-making, structured thinking, and confidence in managing complex business situations.
The multidisciplinary curriculum covers finance, marketing, operations, strategy, leadership, business analytics, digital transformation, global political economy, and corporate governance. Participants work with analytical tools and structured frameworks to understand the business environment, assess stakeholder needs, and make decisions with greater precision and impact.
Learning blends live expert-led instruction, real-world case studies, peer collaboration, and a faculty-mentored group capstone project. Two five-day campus immersion modules at IIM Calcutta extend the experience through focused in-person learning and peer engagement.
Key highlights and core differentiators that set this program apart.
Two five-day campus immersion modules at IIM Calcutta
IIM Calcutta Executive Education Alumni Status on successful completion
35,000+ executive education alumni network
Triple Crown accreditation: AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB
Faculty-mentored group capstone project
Live online learning with real-world case studies and peer collaboration
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.
Financial Reporting & Cost Accounting
Analyse financial statements, Report financial performance
Cost management
Financial performance metrics and their interpretation
Financial decision making and modelling
Marketing Management
Designing the marketing plan
Gaining customer insights
Brand Management
Managing products and services
Operational Excellence
Process flow analysis for analyzing and optimizing key business processes
Supply chain management
Operational performance and its impact on organization’s financial performance
Leadership and People Skills
Organizational behaviour in the digital era
Leadership and human resource management
Negotiation Skills
Leading high-performance teams including remote teams and managing digital workspaces
Corporate Finance and Financial Markets
Strategic foundations of corporate finance:
Value creation, discounted cash flow, cost of capital, and key financial decisions
Capital Structure and Funding Strategies
Financial Markets and Instruments
Strategic Management
Understanding the organization’s strategy, its position vis-à-vis competition and industry
Evaluating some commonly used strategies, specifically in the current digital, AI ML era
Developing and successfully delivering the organization’s strategy
- Strategic leadership in a digital era: frameworks and case studies
Business Decision Making
Tools for structured decision-making in the current VUCA environment
Decision-making with AI and data analytics
Leveraging big data for microeconomic insights
Market economies and Macroeconomic Policies
Fundamentals of Market Economies
Monetary Policy and Central Banking
Fiscal Policy and Government Spending
Global Macroeconomic Trends and Business Strategy
Global Political Economy
- Global power dynamics: nation states, blocs, multilateral institutions
Trade, Sanctions, and Supply Chains
Navigating Risk and Strategy in a Fragmenting World
Digital Transformation
- Technologies Powering Digital Transformation: Cloud Computing, AI ML, Block Chain, IoT, RPA
Business Analytics
Introduction to Descriptive, Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics
Exploratory Analysis, Visualization & Storytelling
Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning
Emerging trend in data analytics
Corporate Governance
Historical evolution and global perspective
Corporate Social Responsibility and ESG
- Emerging issues: Diversity, digital governance, AI oversight, climate governance and sustainability reporting
The programme will include a capstone project as a group activity for the participants, where the project proposal will be presented by the groups and mentored by faculty members. The final presentation will be evaluated as part of the programme's learning outcomes, integrating the learning from the various modules.
Format, class schedules, campus immersion details, and evaluation criteria.
Sundays · 15:30-18:30 · Weekly · IST
You will be part of two campus immersion modules, each lasting five days at IIM Calcutta. These sessions are designed to deepen your understanding, encourage peer exchange, and build connections in a more focused, face-to-face environment beyond the virtual classroom.
In case of unforeseen events, the on-campus experience may shift to live online delivery. You will still gain the full benefit of the module through alternative arrangements. The goal remains the same—giving you a complete and enriching learning experience in every format.
Live online weekly sessions
Real-world case studies and case analysis
Peer collaboration and peer-to-peer exchange
Expert-led instruction using structured frameworks, analytical tools, and multidisciplinary insights
Collaborative group capstone project mentored by faculty members
Two campus immersion modules for in-person learning and peer engagement
Asynchronous content access
Evaluation methodology is at the discretion of the faculty and includes:
Online exams
Class contribution
Case analysis
Individual modules, excluding on-campus components, are evaluated in collaboration with Times Edutech and Events Limited (TEEL).
Grades awarded are Excellent, Good, Fair, or Poor. Cut-off scores are disclosed, while individual marks remain confidential.
To successfully complete the programme, participants must meet attendance requirements, receive no more than two Poor grades across evaluated modules, and provide feedback.
A minimum of 75% attendance is mandatory for successful completion and award of the certificate.
Attendance at both campus modules is mandatory for successful completion.
The final capstone-project presentation is evaluated as part of the programme's learning outcomes.
Eligibility criteria, work experience requirements, and admission steps.
Mid-Level Managers: Professionals who have mastered a functional role and want to think strategically, prepare for responsibilities beyond execution, navigate complexity, and influence business outcomes.
Senior Managers: Professionals seeking to drive larger strategic goals, deepen understanding of business functions, refine leadership, and improve decision-making under complexity.
Functional Experts: Professionals seeking to connect their domain expertise with wider business goals, work across departments, contribute to strategic decisions, and communicate with leadership teams.
Aspiring Leaders: Professionals seeking frameworks and real-world insights to step into leadership roles with a deeper understanding of people, processes, and results.
Professionals Seeking Change: Professionals taking on new challenges or shifting career direction who want to adapt quickly, manage uncertainty, and lead with flexibility and intent.
Open to professionals with the required academic qualifications and relevant work experience from recognised and accredited institutions in India.
Applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or a recognised Master's degree (minimum 50% aggregate marks) from a UGC/AICTE accredited institution.
A minimum of 5 years of full-time work experience is required after completing your Bachelor's degree by the application deadline.
Graduates gain official alumni recognition and lifetime networking privileges.
Earn recognition as part of a respected IIM Calcutta Executive Education alumni group with a legacy of successful working professionals across diverse industries.
Join a 35,000+ executive education alumni network for lifelong peer learning and professional connections.
Key application deadlines, batch commencement dates, and intake schedules.
| Next cohort | Dates awaited |
|---|---|
| Program Start Date | 11 October 2026 |
The displayed current intake begins on 11 October 2026.
Historical dates appearing in legacy fee content have not been used for the current cohort.
Tuition fees, flexible installment schedules, and available financing options.
| Fee or instalment | Amount | Due date / terms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing Fee** | ₹20,000 | — | Refundable if the participant profile is rejected by IIM Calcutta, subject to a deduction of INR 2,500 as administrative charges. GST will be charged extra. |
| Total Programme Fee | ₹7,04,500 | — | Exclusive of GST. |
| Instalment I | ₹1,71,500 | Within 1 week of offer roll out | GST will be added as applicable. |
| Instalment 2 | ₹1,71,000 | 6th December, 2026 | GST will be added as applicable. |
| Instalment 3 | ₹1,71,000 | 6th February, 2027 | GST will be added as applicable. |
| Instalment 4 | ₹1,71,000 | 6th April, 2027 | GST will be added as applicable. |
Fees are exclusive of GST; GST will be charged extra at the prevailing applicable rate.
Any additional payment resulting from a change in applicable taxes during the programme tenure must be borne by participants.
The INR 20,000 processing fee is refundable if IIM Calcutta rejects the participant profile, less INR 2,500 as administrative charges.
The processing fee is not refunded if the candidate rejects an offer issued by the Institute.
The processing fee is not refunded if the application is rejected because documents or information are incomplete, or eligibility criteria are not fulfilled.
Education loan options are available through TimesPro’s finance partners to support your enrolment journey.
Award: Certificate of Successful Completion
Awarding institution: IIM Calcutta
Conditions: Awarded upon meeting the programme's evaluation and attendance criteria, including at least 75% attendance and attendance at both campus modules.
Certificate images are illustrative and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Calcutta.
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.
