Walk into any boardroom today, and you'll witness executives juggling challenges their predecessors never imagined. Consider the CEO of a mid-sized manufacturing firm, who may kick off Monday morning reviewing artificial intelligence (AI) integration proposals, followed by a cybersecurity briefing, then a sustainability board presentation— all before lunch. Their afternoon? Navigating supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions while ensuring the company’s digital transformation roadmap stays on track.
This isn't an exceptional day, but the new normal for senior executives across India. Remember when the CFO only worried about numbers, the CMO focused purely on brand campaigns, and the COO managed operations in isolation? Those days are long gone. Today's CFO needs to understand how digitisation affects cash flow projections. The CMO must grasp AI-driven customer analytics to stay relevant. The COO can't afford to be clueless about cybersecurity risks.
The traditional management playbook, with its neat departmental silos and linear decision-making processes, doesn't work anymore. Leaders today need executive juggling skills: the ability to think across functions and silos, make sense of complex data patterns, and pivot quickly when circumstances change. Greater the uncertainty, greater is the clarity of thinking that is needed.
But here's the big question: how do you master all these new skills while still excelling at your day job? The answer isn't working longer hours or cramming weekend courses but about finding the right learning environment that understands the reality of executive life.
IIM Kozhikode: Forging India's future-ready leaders
Enter IIM Kozhikode, one of India's premier management institutions, renowned for its rigorous academic standards and industry-relevant curriculum. For decades, the institution has built a reputation for producing leaders who don't just manage but transform industries. IIM-K has watched the evolution of executive needs and responded by creating programmes that mirror real-world complexity. What sets IIM-K apart is that it has woven technology, strategy, and leadership development into a seamless learning experience that reflects how modern businesses operate.
IIM-K’s Senior Management Programme: Bridging capability and future leadership
IIM Kozhikode's Senior Management Programme isn't your typical executive education offering. It's a carefully crafted one-year journey designed for professionals serious about making the leap to senior leadership roles. The programme recognises that leaders can't afford to step away from their careers for months of full-time study.
The numbers tell the story: 150+ hours of intensive learning spread across a year. But here's what makes it different: this isn't about sitting through lectures and taking notes. It's about wrestling with the same complex challenges you'll face as a senior leader, with the guidance of experts who've seen it all before.
Participants will view business problems through the lens of strategic thinking. Through intense and interactive sessions and engaging pedagogy, they will familiarize themselves with nuanced concepts relevant to various domains such as finance, marketing, supply chain management, strategic HRM etc., to enhance their business perspectives. They will be encouraged to think beyond silos, take a holistic view of problems, and speak the language of Board rooms.
Programme highlights
The Senior Management Programme by IIM Kozhikode is best suited for those who want to gain perspectives on what it takes to manage a business as a “general manager”, going beyond their own domain expertise.
Senior executives who want to advance their leadership capabilities will gain well-rounded strategic perspectives to create greater business impact. Mid-level executives and managers aspiring to move to senior roles by expanding their leadership and strategy skills will also benefit from this programme.
Eligibility criteria
Any graduate/ diploma holder with work experience of at least 10 years.
Programme fees: INR 6, 23, 000 + GST
Those who wish to enrol in IIMK’s Senior Management Programme can also pay the fees in up to four instalments. Convenience fees are applicable on instalment options.
Programme duration and modules
Course commencement date: September 28, 2025
Duration: 1 Year
Mode: Live Online Learnings
Participant Testimonials
“All the modules were meticulously designed to first establish a strong foundation in management concepts and were subsequently reinforced through highly relevant case studies. The classroom learning, delivered by exceptionally talented professors with deep insights into business challenges and their resolutions, was immensely beneficial.
Furthermore, engaging with peers from diverse industries provided a well-rounded perspective on contemporary business issues and the multitude of dimensions involved. The culmination of the programme at the picturesque IIM Kozhikode campus was a fitting conclusion to what has been a highly valuable and rewarding 12-month journey.”
—Souvik Nag, President (Sales & Marketing), Ardex Endura (India) Pvt. Ltd
“In my view, the most valuable aspect of the IIM-K Senior Management Programme was its seamless integration of theoretical knowledge with practical insights. As a participant, I greatly appreciated the opportunity to learn from distinguished faculty and industry experts through case studies and interactive sessions. The programme not only sharpened my strategic thinking and leadership capabilities but also facilitated meaningful networking with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Overall, it provided me with the skills, insights, and confidence to navigate complex business challenges and excel in leadership roles.”
—Dr Smita Ghosh, Human Resources/Training, CSRBOX
Conclusion
The executives who will define India's corporate future are the ones invested in learning how to think differently, lead across functions, and navigate digital disruption with confidence rather than fear. IIM Kozhikode's Senior Management Programme offers something rare: a structured path from current capability to C-suite readiness, backed by one of India's most respected institutions and a network of leaders who've walked this path before.
For professionals ready to stop wondering "what if" and start building the skills that tomorrow's boardrooms demand, this programme is the strategic investment that transforms good managers into exceptional leaders. Visit the programme page for more information and FAQs.
This isn't an exceptional day, but the new normal for senior executives across India. Remember when the CFO only worried about numbers, the CMO focused purely on brand campaigns, and the COO managed operations in isolation? Those days are long gone. Today's CFO needs to understand how digitisation affects cash flow projections. The CMO must grasp AI-driven customer analytics to stay relevant. The COO can't afford to be clueless about cybersecurity risks.
The traditional management playbook, with its neat departmental silos and linear decision-making processes, doesn't work anymore. Leaders today need executive juggling skills: the ability to think across functions and silos, make sense of complex data patterns, and pivot quickly when circumstances change. Greater the uncertainty, greater is the clarity of thinking that is needed.
But here's the big question: how do you master all these new skills while still excelling at your day job? The answer isn't working longer hours or cramming weekend courses but about finding the right learning environment that understands the reality of executive life.
IIM Kozhikode: Forging India's future-ready leaders
Enter IIM Kozhikode, one of India's premier management institutions, renowned for its rigorous academic standards and industry-relevant curriculum. For decades, the institution has built a reputation for producing leaders who don't just manage but transform industries. IIM-K has watched the evolution of executive needs and responded by creating programmes that mirror real-world complexity. What sets IIM-K apart is that it has woven technology, strategy, and leadership development into a seamless learning experience that reflects how modern businesses operate.
IIM-K’s Senior Management Programme: Bridging capability and future leadership
IIM Kozhikode's Senior Management Programme isn't your typical executive education offering. It's a carefully crafted one-year journey designed for professionals serious about making the leap to senior leadership roles. The programme recognises that leaders can't afford to step away from their careers for months of full-time study.
The numbers tell the story: 150+ hours of intensive learning spread across a year. But here's what makes it different: this isn't about sitting through lectures and taking notes. It's about wrestling with the same complex challenges you'll face as a senior leader, with the guidance of experts who've seen it all before.
Participants will view business problems through the lens of strategic thinking. Through intense and interactive sessions and engaging pedagogy, they will familiarize themselves with nuanced concepts relevant to various domains such as finance, marketing, supply chain management, strategic HRM etc., to enhance their business perspectives. They will be encouraged to think beyond silos, take a holistic view of problems, and speak the language of Board rooms.
Programme highlights
- Leadership Masterclass
- Real-world case studies, capstone strategy projects, and industry frameworks
- Over 150 hours of learning over the course of a year
- 6 days of IIM-K campus immersion
- Completion certificate from IIM Kozhikode on completing all programme components and maintaining a minimum attendance of 75%
- Eligibility for the prestigious IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni status
The Senior Management Programme by IIM Kozhikode is best suited for those who want to gain perspectives on what it takes to manage a business as a “general manager”, going beyond their own domain expertise.
Senior executives who want to advance their leadership capabilities will gain well-rounded strategic perspectives to create greater business impact. Mid-level executives and managers aspiring to move to senior roles by expanding their leadership and strategy skills will also benefit from this programme.
Eligibility criteria
Any graduate/ diploma holder with work experience of at least 10 years.
Programme fees: INR 6, 23, 000 + GST
Those who wish to enrol in IIMK’s Senior Management Programme can also pay the fees in up to four instalments. Convenience fees are applicable on instalment options.
Programme duration and modules
Course commencement date: September 28, 2025
Duration: 1 Year
Mode: Live Online Learnings
Participant Testimonials
“All the modules were meticulously designed to first establish a strong foundation in management concepts and were subsequently reinforced through highly relevant case studies. The classroom learning, delivered by exceptionally talented professors with deep insights into business challenges and their resolutions, was immensely beneficial.
Furthermore, engaging with peers from diverse industries provided a well-rounded perspective on contemporary business issues and the multitude of dimensions involved. The culmination of the programme at the picturesque IIM Kozhikode campus was a fitting conclusion to what has been a highly valuable and rewarding 12-month journey.”
—Souvik Nag, President (Sales & Marketing), Ardex Endura (India) Pvt. Ltd
“In my view, the most valuable aspect of the IIM-K Senior Management Programme was its seamless integration of theoretical knowledge with practical insights. As a participant, I greatly appreciated the opportunity to learn from distinguished faculty and industry experts through case studies and interactive sessions. The programme not only sharpened my strategic thinking and leadership capabilities but also facilitated meaningful networking with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Overall, it provided me with the skills, insights, and confidence to navigate complex business challenges and excel in leadership roles.”
—Dr Smita Ghosh, Human Resources/Training, CSRBOX
Conclusion
The executives who will define India's corporate future are the ones invested in learning how to think differently, lead across functions, and navigate digital disruption with confidence rather than fear. IIM Kozhikode's Senior Management Programme offers something rare: a structured path from current capability to C-suite readiness, backed by one of India's most respected institutions and a network of leaders who've walked this path before.
For professionals ready to stop wondering "what if" and start building the skills that tomorrow's boardrooms demand, this programme is the strategic investment that transforms good managers into exceptional leaders. Visit the programme page for more information and FAQs.
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