Latest news with #AvnishSinghal
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
IIM Kozhikode, Emeritus launch AI Officer Programme to equip workforce in enabling AI-powered growth in India
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has joined hands with Emeritus to launch an AI Officer Programme that features an online certificate course by Kellogg Executive Education. The programme has been designed for technology leaders and managers who are engaged in driving AI adoption and innovation within their organizations. The course will enable them to translate AI strategies into actionable business plans. As per a press statement, the programme is also suited for strategic business leaders looking to lead AI-powered business models and align AI initiatives with enterprise goals. Also read: Qualified JEE Advanced 2025? Here's all you need to know about IIT Delhi's Open House in Delhi, Mumbai & Bengaluru Not just this, data science and analytics professionals aiming to expand their understanding of AI strategy and its real-world business applications will benefit from the programme's comprehensive, cross-functional approach, the statement added. IIM Kozhikode Director Prof. Debashis Chatterjee while announcing the launch of the AI Officer Programme said, 'The next frontier of leadership will be defined by our ability to harness the intelligence of machines with the wisdom of mindful leadership.' He highlighted that the AI Officer Programme, in collaboration with Kellogg Executive Education and Emeritus, 'is a bold step towards shaping professionals who can turn AI into a force for purposeful transformation—contextual, ethical, and impactful.' Also read: JoSAA counselling registration 2025 begins at direct link here Avnish Singhal, Executive Vice President - India & APAC at Emeritus, said that the AI Officer Programme, offered by IIM Kozhikode with an online certificate program by Kellogg Executive Education. 'It is a transformative programme designed to equip leaders to harness AI for enterprise-wide transformation. The programme offers a practical, India-relevant roadmap to move from siloed AI pilots to enterprise-wide transformation,' Singhal added. Also read: JEE Advanced Toppers 2025: Rajit Gupta secures AIR 1, Saksham Jindal at AIR 2; here's top 10 list According to IIM Kozhikode, the AI Officer Programme will offer the following benefits: About the course: The AI Officer Programme will offer 120+ pre-recorded videos and 9 live-online sessions led by IIM Kozhikode faculty, complemented by masterclasses from industry experts. There will be peer learning, networking sessions, and activity-led modules designed for hands-on learning. The curriculum also includes a guided capstone project to develop a personalized AI playbook and an optional campus immersion at IIM Kozhikode for deeper engagement. Additionally, learners will explore cutting-edge concepts such as agentic AI and GenAI applications. For more details, visit the official website through this direct link.
Business Standard
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IIM Calcutta, Emeritus Commence Executive Programme in Leadership & Management, Empowering Leaders to Drive Scalable and Strategic Outcomes
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 6: In a world marked by rapid change and digital disruption, organisations are facing a pressing need for skilled leaders who can navigate uncertainty and drive strategic growth. According to LinkedIn's Workplace Learning Report 2025, learning combined with career development, leadership training, coaching, internal mobility, and more accelerates the flow of critical skills to keep pace with business needs. This underscores why soft skills like leadership are key in translating strategy into results by promoting trust, and aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. In response to the growing demand for strategic leaders who can lead through change, align diverse teams, and drive business transformation, IIM Calcutta one of India's top three B-Schools with the prestigious Triple Crown accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB) has launched the 18th batch of its Executive Programme in Leadership & Management (EPLM), in collaboration with Emeritus. This rigorous programme has consistently enabled mid- to senior-level professionals to step into enterprise leadership roles by equipping them with actionable skills in strategic thinking, change management, digital transformation, and financial decision-making. Delivered through immersive live online sessions, in-campus modules, real-world case studies, and a hands-on capstone project, it goes beyond theory to deliver measurable business impact helping leaders future-proof their organisations in a dynamic market landscape. Focusing on building strategic leadership for a digitally disrupted and fast-evolving business landscape, this programme is designed for senior professionals with over 10 years of experience--across functions like marketing, sales, technology, operations, and general management who aim to lead cross-functional initiatives, drive organisational growth, and navigate complex challenges. It is also ideal for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to enhance their strategic thinking, leadership impact, and ability to scale sustainably. Speaking on the launch of the programme, Avnish Singhal, Executive Vice President, Head India & APAC, Emeritus, said, "In today's rapidly evolving business environment, organisations need leaders who can think strategically, adapt to change, and inspire teams to deliver measurable outcomes. This programme is designed to equip experienced professionals with the leadership mindset and tools needed to navigate complexity, drive cross-functional collaboration, and lead with clarity and confidence in a dynamic, high-stakes world." Distinguished IIM Calcutta faculty members Prof. Chetan Joshi and Prof. Debabratta Chatterjee lead the programme from IIM Calcutta's Organisational Behaviour Group. Prof. Joshi brings deep expertise in leadership, negotiation, and organisational structure, and has co-authored case studies available through Harvard Business Publishing. Prof. Chatterjee, with over two decades of experience in industry and academia, specialises in leadership, team building, and organisational change bringing a rich blend of research insight and practical understanding to the programme. It combines live online sessions delivered by renowned IIM Calcutta faculty with two immersive campus visits at the IIM Calcutta campus, offering a comprehensive blend of flexibility and in-person engagement. Participants benefit from live faculty-led classes, real-world case discussions, business simulations, and a capstone project guided by IIM Calcutta faculty, enabling them to apply strategic concepts to practical business challenges. The curriculum covers key leadership domains including strategy execution, change management, financial decision-making, AI and digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration. The 10-day campus immersion, conducted across two phases - first visit of 5.5 days of academic engagement (6-night stay) and second of up to 3.5 days of academic engagement (4-night stay), further enhances the learning experience through peer networking, interactive workshops, and face-to-face engagement with experienced faculty and industry leaders. Through this programme, participants will be able to: - Understand competitive dynamics in the networked era to take informed strategic decisions -Visualise strategic moves of nurturing people and creating organisational resilience for accelerated growth -Build strategic thinking abilities to lead the organisation in the VUCA-D environment -Advance understanding of modern business dynamics to enable collaboration within and beyond the organisation -Develop organisational culture and capabilities for sustenance and innovation - Manage financial relationships and expectations by building capabilities to apprehend the boardroom dynamics Programme Details - Start Date: June 28, 2025 - Duration: 12 months - Mode: Live online sessions led by IIM Calcutta faculty with two campus immersions (10 days total) at IIM Calcutta -Eligibility: Graduate/Diploma holder (10+2+3) or Postgraduate with a minimum of 10 years of work experience - Fee: INR 6,70,000 + GST - Certification: Upon successful completion of the programme and maintaining a minimum attendance of 75 percent, participants will receive a certificate of completion from IIM Calcutta and will enjoy the status of Executive Education alumni of IIM Calcutta To know more, visit the programme page here.
Mint
06-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
IIM Calcutta, Emeritus Commence Executive Programme in Leadership & Management
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – Business Wire India In a world marked by rapid change and digital disruption, organisations are facing a pressing need for skilled leaders who can navigate uncertainty and drive strategic growth. According to LinkedIn's Workplace Learning Report 2025, learning combined with career development, leadership training, coaching, internal mobility, and more accelerates the flow of critical skills to keep pace with business needs. This underscores why soft skills like leadership are key in translating strategy into results by promoting trust, and aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. In response to the growing demand for strategic leaders who can lead through change, align diverse teams, and drive business transformation, IIM Calcutta one of India's top three B-Schools with the prestigious Triple Crown accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB) has launched the 18th batch of its Executive Programme in Leadership & Management (EPLM), in collaboration with Emeritus. This rigorous programme has consistently enabled mid- to senior-level professionals to step into enterprise leadership roles by equipping them with actionable skills in strategic thinking, change management, digital transformation, and financial decision-making. Delivered through immersive live online sessions, in-campus modules, real-world case studies, and a hands-on capstone project, it goes beyond theory to deliver measurable business impact helping leaders future-proof their organisations in a dynamic market landscape. Focusing on building strategic leadership for a digitally disrupted and fast-evolving business landscape, this programme is designed for senior professionals with over 10 years of experience—across functions like marketing, sales, technology, operations, and general management who aim to lead cross-functional initiatives, drive organisational growth, and navigate complex challenges. It is also ideal for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to enhance their strategic thinking, leadership impact, and ability to scale sustainably. Speaking on the launch of the programme, Avnish Singhal, Executive Vice President, Head India & APAC, Emeritus, said, 'In today's rapidly evolving business environment, organisations need leaders who can think strategically, adapt to change, and inspire teams to deliver measurable outcomes. This programme is designed to equip experienced professionals with the leadership mindset and tools needed to navigate complexity, drive cross-functional collaboration, and lead with clarity and confidence in a dynamic, high-stakes world.' Distinguished IIM Calcutta faculty members Prof. Chetan Joshi and Prof. Debabratta Chatterjee lead the programme from IIM Calcutta's Organisational Behaviour Group. Prof. Joshi brings deep expertise in leadership, negotiation, and organisational structure, and has co-authored case studies available through Harvard Business Publishing. Prof. Chatterjee, with over two decades of experience in industry and academia, specialises in leadership, team building, and organisational change bringing a rich blend of research insight and practical understanding to the programme. It combines live online sessions delivered by renowned IIM Calcutta faculty with two immersive campus visits at the IIM Calcutta campus, offering a comprehensive blend of flexibility and in-person engagement. Participants benefit from live faculty-led classes, real-world case discussions, business simulations, and a capstone project guided by IIM Calcutta faculty, enabling them to apply strategic concepts to practical business challenges. The curriculum covers key leadership domains including strategy execution, change management, financial decision-making, AI and digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration. The 10-day campus immersion, conducted across two phases - first visit of 5.5 days of academic engagement (6-night stay) and second of up to 3.5 days of academic engagement (4-night stay), further enhances the learning experience through peer networking, interactive workshops, and face-to-face engagement with experienced faculty and industry leaders. Through this programme, participants will be able to: Understand competitive dynamics in the networked era to take informed strategic decisions Visualise strategic moves of nurturing people and creating organisational resilience for accelerated growth Build strategic thinking abilities to lead the organisation in the VUCA-D environment Advance understanding of modern business dynamics to enable collaboration within and beyond the organisation Develop organisational culture and capabilities for sustenance and innovation Manage financial relationships and expectations by building capabilities to apprehend the boardroom dynamics Start Date: June 28, 2025 Mode: Live online sessions led by IIM Calcutta faculty with two campus immersions (10 days total) at IIM Calcutta Eligibility: Graduate/Diploma holder (10+2+3) or Postgraduate with a minimum of 10 years of work experience Certification: Upon successful completion of the programme and maintaining a minimum attendance of 75 percent, participants will receive a certificate of completion from IIM Calcutta and will enjoy the status of Executive Education alumni of IIM Calcutta To know more, visit the programme page here. About Executive Education IIM Calcutta IIM Calcutta's Executive Education programmes meet the needs of experienced working professionals and practising managers interested in advancing their cross-functional skills, strategic vision, and superior management expertise. These programmes are designed to equip our participants to question existing assumptions, identify emerging opportunities, solve complex business problems, enhance operational performance, improve productivity, and build a sustainable competitive advantage. Whether through face-to-face interactions and live online sessions with faculty and industry thought leaders or working collaboratively with experienced peers, you'll achieve and exceed your learning aspirations with an acquired proficiency to tackle today's most complex business challenges. Emeritus offers customised and open programs in India, Singapore, Dubai and other global locations in collaboration with IIM Calcutta Executive Education, IIM Lucknow Executive Education, ISB Executive Education, Harvard Business School (HBS), MIT Sloan, Columbia Business School, Kellogg Executive Education, Berkeley Executive Education, and Wharton Executive Education, amongst other leading Institutions. Our world-class executive education programs, facilitated by eminent program experts, provide an immersive learning experience integrated with actionable insights and practical business applications and are delivered in a range of formats: in-class, online, and blended programs. The Emeritus Group has more than 1,750 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. The company is backed by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, GSV Ventures, Peak XV, Bertelsmann, CPPIB, Accel and SoftBank Vision Fund 2. For more information, please visit Bhavana Akella, Adfactors PR, +91-970473079 First Published: 6 May 2025, 05:25 PM IST
