The Indian Institute of Management Indore has announced the launch of the 11th batch of its Executive Certificate Programme in Strategy and Leadership for Senior Professionals. This programme is tailored for experienced leaders aiming to enhance strategic thinking, sharpen leadership judgment, and translate organizational vision into measurable business outcomes. By integrating strategy and leadership into executive decision-making, the programme prepares senior professionals to navigate evolving business landscapes, leverage emerging technologies, and lead effectively in complex environments.
Global Recognition and Accreditation
IIM Indore is ranked #62 globally and #2 in India for its Executive Education Programmes (Open) in the Financial Times Executive Education Rankings 2026. It is also one of India's select Triple Crown-accredited business schools, holding accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. These globally recognized distinctions underscore the institute's academic excellence and enhance the value of the learning experience, supporting participants' professional mobility and global recognition.
Programme Structure and Delivery
Delivered in collaboration with TimesPro, this one-year LIVE online programme is designed to cultivate forward-looking leaders who can drive innovation, build strategic resilience, and enable organizations to pursue sustainable growth in a competitive landscape. The curriculum covers Business Economics, Finance, Strategy, Marketing, Leadership, Business Analytics, HR Practices, Digital Transformation, and Supply Chain Strategy. Through this integrated learning journey, participants will be equipped to lead change initiatives, apply data-led insights, improve strategic execution, and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Addressing the Senior Leadership Skills Gap
The demand for senior leadership skilling has surged as organizations face complexity and disruption. According to a research report, two-thirds of CXOs lack the skills needed to reinvent, and their inability to skill their workforce is the top barrier hindering growth. The report states that the 89% skills gap is alarming, but addressing it can unlock an 11% productivity boost and USD 10.3 trillion in economic value by 2038. Additionally, a 2025 study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that executive burnout costs employers USD 20,683 annually, driven not by absenteeism but by executives who appear fully operational yet perform below capacity. These insights highlight the growing need for senior professionals to build strategic agility, leadership depth, and adaptive capability.
Insights from Leadership
Prof. Himanshu Rai, Director of IIM Indore, stated, "Senior leaders today must read complexity with discipline, make choices with conviction, and mobilize teams towards measurable outcomes. This programme brings together strategic thinking, financial perspective, digital awareness, and leadership judgment to help experienced professionals strengthen enterprise-wide decision-making and build organizations that remain resilient, competitive, and future-ready at scale sustainably."
Sridhar Nagarajachar, Business Head - Executive Education at TimesPro, added, "Senior professionals are increasingly expected to convert ambiguity into direction and direction into execution. Our collaboration with IIM Indore is designed to provide a rigorous, industry-relevant learning experience that blends contemporary strategy, leadership, analytics, and digital transformation, enabling executives to lead change with greater confidence and enterprise impact."
Participant Profile and Pedagogy
The programme has attracted senior leaders, including Executive Directors, Chief Transformation Officers, Business Unit Heads, CEOs, and Vice Presidents from diverse sectors such as Automotive, Aerospace, BFSI, Consulting, Technology, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, IT, Education, Hospitality, and Tourism. Learners will experience an interactive pedagogy comprising LIVE lectures, case discussions, assessments, and an exclusive three-day campus immersion at IIM Indore. The immersion enables deeper academic exploration, peer learning, and high-value professional networking. Sessions are delivered via TimesPro's state-of-the-art Interactive Learning platform in Direct-to-Device mode. Upon successful completion, participants receive the prestigious Executive Education Alumni status of IIM Indore.
About IIM Indore
IIM Indore is among the top 100 global business schools and the second IIM in India to receive the Triple Crown accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. It has been consistently ranked highly by national and international agencies, including NIRF and the FT-100 rankings. The institute offers a diverse set of executive education opportunities, spanning over 200 programmes, including specialized courses for the UAE, GCC, and the Middle East. Its 193-acre campus in Indore provides a vibrant ecosystem blending modern infrastructure with a strong learning culture. Executive Education initiatives at IIM Indore are designed to empower working professionals with strategic, contemporary, and application-focused skills.
About TimesPro
TimesPro, established in 2013, is a leading Higher EdTech platform dedicated to empowering career growth by equipping learners with skills to thrive in a competitive world. Its H.EdTech programmes are created to meet rapidly changing industry requirements and are blended with technology for accessibility and affordability. TimesPro offers curated learning programmes across categories, industries, and age groups, including employment-oriented early career programmes, executive education in collaboration with premier institutions like IIMs and IITs, and organizational learning interventions. TimesPro also partners with leading organizations to provide upskilling and reskilling solutions. It is a Higher EdTech initiative by The Times Group.
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