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Duration 1 Year
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Programme Fee INR 1,80,000/- + GST
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Eligibility Graduate with 2+ Years Experience

3rd Rank

NIRF India Rankings,
(Management) 2024

4th in India

70th in Global,
Financial Times Open
Enrolment Rankings 2024

Session Timings

Batch 06: Fridays, 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Batch 07: Sundays, 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm

Programme Overview

Leapfrog as a strategic leader driving transformation in top-tier organizations with the IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Strategic Management. The IIMK Online Course is tailored for ambitious professionals, equipping you with essential skills – from cultivating a strategic mindset to embracing innovative approaches for tackling digital disruption. The IIM Kozhikode Strategic Management course empowers you to thrive in the constantly evolving business landscape and excel in leadership roles.


Programme Highlights
You Will Learn
Industry-Led Pedagogy
Executive Education Alumni status

Executive Education Alumni status

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Completion

Real Life Case Studies like Harvard Business Educators

5-day of Campus Immersion

Holistic Pedagogy Blends – Theoretical Concepts with Practical Applications

Holistic Pedagogy Blends – Theoretical Concepts with Practical Applications

Peer-learning & networking opportunities with industry experts

Peer-to-peer Learning and Mentoring from Industry Experts

Foster strategic thinking and critical decision-making Foster strategic thinking and critical decision-making
Cultivate advanced business acumen for competitive advantage Cultivate advanced business acumen for competitive advantage
Develop leadership skills to guide teams through strategic transformations Develop leadership skills to guide teams through strategic transformations
Gain insights into strategies for local and global markets Gain insights into strategies for local and global markets
Navigate digital disruption and innovation effectively Navigate digital disruption and innovation effectively
Case Study Case Studies
Exercises Exercises/ Presentations
Simulations Simulations
Capstone Project Capstone Project
 Group Assignment Group Assignments
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Hear from our Alumni

Dijohn

Chandra Prakash Singh

Assistant General Manager
Vodafone Idea Limited

With nearly 15 years of experience as a Business Executive, I joined the Strategic Management program by IIM Kozhikode to enhance my leadership skills and career prospects. The program provides the right knowledge and tools to grow professionally. The leadership-focused curriculum and the team-oriented environment have helped me refine my abilities as a team player while preparing me for greater challenges in my career. I would highly recommend this program to those looking to achieve higher career growth in the corporate sector.

Programme Content


Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Management


Introduction to Strategic Management
Strategy as Integrator
Vision, Mission, and Values
Organizational Aspirations

Module 2: Managerial Economics and Business Environment


Economics for Managers
Prices and Individual Choice
Firm Behavior
Business Environment & Policy

Module 3: Finance Essentials for Business Managers


Analyzing and Interpreting Financial Statements
Management Accounting and Financial Control
Basics of Corporate Finance
Risk Management

Module 4: Case Pedagogy Workshop


Introduction to Case Pedagogy
Case Analysis Techniques
Presenting Findings & Recommendations
Interactive Discussions, Reflections & Feedback

Module 5: Analyzing the External Environment


Environment, Industry & Competitive Analysis
PESTEL Framework
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Competitor Analysis

Module 6: Leveraging Resources and Competencies


The Resource Based View
VRIN / VRIO Framework
Distinct and Core Competencies
Dynamic Capabilities and Sustainable Competitive Advantage

Module 7: Crafting Competitive Strategies


Competitive Strategy & Value Creation
Strategic Positioning
Value Chain Analysis
Logic of Value Creation and Distribution

Module 8: Introduction to Corporate Strategy


The Scope of the Firm
Corporate Diversification
Related Vs. Unrelated Diversification
BCG Matrix, Ansoff Matrix, GE 9-Cell Matrix

Module 9: Growth Strategies


Organic & Inorganic Growth Strategies
Mergers & Acquisitions
Alliances & Joint Ventures
Cooperative Strategies

Module 10: Global Strategy


Fundamentals of International Business
Porter’s Diamond of National Competitive Advantage
Standardization Vs. Local Responsiveness
Strategies for Emerging Markets

Module 11: Emerging Business Themes


Technology, Data Analytics, and Digital Transformation
Emerging Business Models
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Risk Management & Resilience Building

Module 12: Change Management


Change Sources, Models, And Frameworks
Change Strategy Planning and Execution
Change Metrics and Evaluation
Organizational Culture and Change

Module 13: Leadership in the Digital Age


Role of Leadership in Industry 4.0
Data-driven & Evidence-based Decision-Making
Collaborative Leadership in a Networked World
Customer-Centric Leadership

Module 14: Managing Family Businesses


Introduction To Family Firms
Managing Financial and Non-Financial Goals
Family Succession
Innovation and Growth Strategies for Family Businesses

Module 15: Strategy Implementation


Aligning Functional Areas with Strategic Objectives
Effective Strategy Execution and Monitoring
Balanced Scorecard
Organizational Structure and Strategy Execution

Module 16: Corporate Governance


Corporate Governance Structures and Responsibilities
Risk Management and Internal Controls
Executive Compensation and Transparency
Corporate Governance Reforms and Trends

Module 17: Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility


Sustainability Fundamentals: Triple Bottom Line
CSR, Social Sustainability & Ethics
Sustainability Metrics and Performance Measurement
Sustainable Leadership and Resilience Building

Module 18: Entrepreneurship and New Ventures


Defining Entrepreneurship
Traits of Entrepreneurs
Types of Entrepreneurships
Business Models and Strategies for New Ventures

Module 19: Design Thinking & Innovation


Introduction to Design Thinking
The Design Thinking Process
Managing Innovation and Creativity
Incremental and Radical Innovation

Module 20: Consolidation & Capstone Project


Consolidation of Strategy Concepts
Capstone Project Proposal Development
Innovation and Creativity in Capstone Projects
Reflection and Learning from the Course

Module 21: Integrative Business Simulation


Integration of Course Concepts
Market Analysis and Strategy Formulation
Competitor Analysis and Response Strategies
Team Collaboration and Leadership in Simulation

Admission Fee & Financing

Easy EMI Options Available

Pay in easy monthly installments with our EMI options. No more worrying about finances; start your learning journey today!

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Complete Payment

Participants can make one-time payment easily using options such as:

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Eligibility

Academic Criteria
Admission Criteria
Who can attend
  • Graduates (10+2+3) or Diploma Holders (only 10+2+3) from a recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government/recognized international universities) in any discipline.
  • By the programme commencement date, candidates should have more than 2 years of work experience.

  • Selection is profile-based.
  • This programme caters to managers aspiring to advance their careers and become well-rounded, future leaders. It's an ideal fit for:
    • Individuals in middle management roles (e.g., Team Leaders, Assistant Managers, Junior Managers, Managers) aiming to bolster their strategic thinking, decision-making, and leadership skills for achieving strategic objectives.
    • Professionals with minimum 2 years of valuable work experience, eager to amplify their strategic acumen, refine decision-making capabilities, and navigate complex business challenges.
    • Those displaying potential and ambition to take on greater responsibilities within their organizations, with a strong desire to cultivate the strategic mindset required for executive leadership roles.

Programme Director

Prof. Salman Ali

Prof. Salman Ali

Associate Professor,
Strategic Management, IIM Kozhikode
PhD, IIM Ahmedabad

Certification

  • Participants who successfully meet the evaluation criteria and satisfy the requisite attendance criteria will be awarded a 'Certification of Completion'.
  • Participants who are unable to clear the evaluation criteria but have requisite attendance will be awarded a ‘Participation Certificate’.
Succesfully Completed

Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Kozhikode.


Professional Certificate Programme in Strategic Management - IIM Kozhikode

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