Programme Overview

In an era where strategic foresight is a cornerstone of leadership excellence, the Executive Education Programme on Strategic Management by the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM Ahmedabad) offers a meticulously structured curriculum designed to elevate your strategic expertise. This programme immerses participants in advanced frameworks for environmental analysis, strategy formulation, and seamless execution, equipping them to drive sustainable competitive advantage in dynamic business landscapes. Bridging the gap between technical proficiency and executive decision-making, the programme addresses the industry's growing demand for leaders who can synthesise analytical rigour with strategic vision. Delivered through case-method pedagogy, the curriculum presents real-world business cases across diverse strategic themes. Participants are required to conduct in-depth case analyses prior to each session, fostering critical thinking, structured problem-solving, and strategic decision-making skills. Facilitated discussions on assignment-based case insights will further refine participants' ability to tackle complex business challenges with confidence and precision.

Programme Highlights

Certificate of Participation from IIMA

Certificate of Completion from IIM Ahmedabad

networking opportunities with industry experts

Blended Learning [D2D + Campus]

Case Studies

Real life Case Study with Presentations and Group Assignments

Campus Immersion

4 Days of Campus Immersion

Key Learning Outcomes

Pedagogical Methodology

Case Discussions

Concepts and analytics practices
Business cases

Exercises

Lectures

Solving problems
Rigorous capstone project

Presentations

Group Assignments

Effective communication

Programme Content

Course 1: Business Strategy, Innovation and Digital Strategy
Course 2: Corporate Strategy and Execution
Course 3: Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership
Note: The above module list is subject to update at IIMA's discretion.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Working executives who are graduates (10+2+3 or equivalent) in any discipline with 50% marks, with an experience profile of at least five years after graduation, are eligible.
  • Eligible candidates will be selected based on assessment of educational and professional background and motivation based on the application form submitted.

Admission Criteria

  • Applications with credentials and corporate nominations will be selected based on a detailed profile of the candidate, presented in their own words, including their academic record, profile, designation, salary, roles, responsibilities, and job description. Additionally, the statement of purpose and evaluations of the applicants, either individually or collectively, will be considered by IIMA.

Evaluation Methodology

  • IIM Ahmedabad shall carry out the examination and evaluation required for certification.
  • Participants are evaluated based on examinations for all the courses. Participants will be given any one of the following grades: “Satisfactory Plus” (S+); “Satisfactory” (S); Unsatisfactory” (U). A participant will be asked to leave the programme and the fees will then be forfeited in any of the following cases:
    1. If a participant gets 2nd U for academic indiscipline, wherein Academic Indiscipline includes cheating/copying/plagiarism in assignments and examinations and facilitating cheating in any way or is found having integrity issue during the programme.
    2. If a participant gets 3rd U for under-performance.
    3. If a participant gets 1 U for academic indiscipline and 2Us for underperformance.
    4. If the participant fails to meet any other criteria set by the programme administration.

Fee Structure

Application Fee
INR 2,000/- + GST
Programme Fee
(Exclusive of Application Fee)
INR 2,81,000/- + GST
*GST will be charged extra on these components; at present, it is @18%

Learn from the Best

Prof. Amit Karna

Prof. Amit Karna

Professor of Strategy, IIMA

Prof. Amit Karna

Prof. Anish Sugathan

Associate Professor of Strategy, IIMA

Prof. Amit Karna

Prof. Chitra Singla(Faculty Chair)

Programme Chair, IIMA

Prof. Amit Karna

Prof. Sunil Maheshwari

Dean (Alumni & External Relations)
Professor of Human Resources Management, IIMA

Prof. Amit Karna

Prof. Sunil Sharma

Professor of Strategy, IIMA

Certification

At the end of the Programme, eligible participants will receive a Certificate of Completion (CoC) of the Programme from IIM Ahmedabad subject to the assessment and fulfilment of attaining overall 80% attendance.

Learners Speak

Jiten Jain

Arun Velayudhan

Assistant Professor Farook Institute of Management Studies

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“I had a wonderful journey taking this course by Prof. Chitra Singla on Strategic Management. It helped me with a lot of insights and clarity. I am better able to engage with my clients for their strategic business needs now with this newly found clarity. Jaro did a wonderful job in organising and communicating promptly in a helpful manner. The timing and schedules were quite convenient with my work as well.”

*Source: IIMA website

Sayantan Chaudhuri

Albana Khatri

Kitchen Production Manager IKEA India Pvt. Ltd

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“This programme has helped me see business and organisations as a whole, understanding the core (strategy) of the business to see the actions that reflect the core of the strategy. It was great to analyse strategies, break it down and understand its implications. Jaro assisted in the smooth coordination of the entire programme. The admission team was there for me at every step of the programme, whether it was technical assistance or personal assistance.”

*Source: IIMA website

Aiswarya Anand S.

Dr. Balasubramanian Mahadevan

Chief Executive Officer Family Clinic-Malad

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“It is a long term investment in learning, and you cannot expect to cash in immediately. A Certificate of Completion in Strategic Management from IIM Ahmedabad is an invaluable addition to your CV. Jaro supported in coordinating the schedules of students and faculty. I would recommend this programme to all of my colleagues and friends.”

*Source: IIMA website

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Programme on Strategic Management

IIM Ahmedabad

The future of business leadership belongs to those who can think strategically and act decisively. Position yourself at the forefront of this elite group with IIM Ahmedabad's Executive Education Programme on Strategic Management. Gain unparalleled insights, practical tools, and a prestigious certification that sets you apart. Take the decisive step toward transforming your career and your organisation's future—register today!

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