"School leaders under-utilize data for decision-making: less than 20% of school leaders use data to make curriculum changes and only 25% use it to incentivize teachers."
Global School Leaders’ Report
The top leadership in the education sector is on the vanguard of transformation with K12 going digital. Educators and academic professionals are entrusted to lead their schools into a new digital era filled with disruptive models of teaching and learning.
To accomplish this, educators need to build leadership skills and professional school management capabilities.
State-of-the-art high impact curriculum
In today's dynamic educational landscape, school leaders and education sector executives encounter multifaceted challenges arising from an interplay of factors related to education, politics, and socio-economic conditions. It is vital to effectively navigate complex decision-making scenarios, foster equitable learning environments, and adequately prepare oneself to lead institutions through times of rapid change and uncertainty. This module will endeavor to introduce participants of this course to the complexities of their business environment and shall involve sessions on the topics such as:
This module is designed to develop leadership skills which are essential for any organizational success. The participants will be exposed to different facets of leadership and its application during uncertain times. Specifically, this module will guide education leaders to apply lessons and best practices from other sectors as well as to strategically think and manage change during crisis. Further, it will help them discover, develop, or harness their leadership style to steer their organizations to greater success. This module will involve sessions on the topics such as:
This module intends to build the foundations of management skills for education leaders. Lessons from management of the firm inform and are, in turn, informed by the tenets of effective educational management. Participants will immerse themselves in the realm of business administration, gaining insights and competencies to run their own organizations more effectively. Specifically, they will be introduced to the economics of business and understand tools and frameworks related to project management, and marketing alongside digital marketing strategies. Particularly, this module will include sessions on the following topics
This module aims to inculcate financial skills within the education leadership. The main objective is to help participants understand the financial health of their institutes, plan, control and make informed decisions. In particular, they will learn to analyze annual reports, manage cost, prepare budget, make decisions and control the risk. This module will include sessions on the following key topics:
This module focuses stakeholder management skills relevant to the leaders of education sector. This includes managing internal stakeholders such as teachers and staff, recruiting them, identifying their training needs, and embedding ethics and values within organizations. It would also focus on managing external stakeholders such as parents, vendors, media, and others through proper networking, communication, and persuasion. More specifically, this module will comprise sessions on the following topics:
In the current, ever-evolving, and data-progressive business environment it is imperative for education leaders to engage in evidence-based decision making. The objective of this module is to enhance participants' ability to utilize data effectively in decision-making processes within educational settings. By exploring national and international data sources, analytical and statistical tools, as well as issues pertaining to the ethics and safety around data-use, participants shall develop the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions, drive organizational growth, and improve educational outcomes. This module will comprise sessions on the following topics:
This module is essential for education leaders to stay abreast of advancements in educational technology and its implications for teaching and learning. By exploring topics such as technology integration in classrooms, digitization, entrepreneurship in education, and cyber risk and security, leaders can effectively navigate the digital landscape, foster innovation, and ensure the safety and security of digital learning environments for students and staff alike. This module will comprise sessions on the following topics:
Discussing public policy issues and national education policies is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, understanding the broader policy landscape allows leaders to align their strategies with national priorities and mandates. Secondly, it empowers them to advocate for effective policies that address the needs of diverse stakeholders and drive positive change within the education system. The concluding module shall focus on dialogues and discourses on the wider educational context, trends, and policies, including but not limited to the following topics:
Participants will master the use of digital tools and data analytics to drive procurement transformation. They will gain the skills to optimize supplier relationships, enhance compliance, and make data-driven decisions, while preparing for emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain that are shaping the future of global procurement.
Transition into a change-maker and reform the learning ecosystem of your institution
Programme Directors
Assistant Professor: Finance and Control Group
He is an Assistant Professor in Finance and Control Group of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC). He is a fellow of Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. Before joining IIM Calcutta, he has had teaching stints at Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi and International Management Institute, Kolkata.
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She is an Assistant Professor with the Public Policy and Management Group at the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta where she teaches subjects like Indian Economic and Political History, Public Policy Evaluation, and Rethinking Education Policy.
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The programme will be delivered on TalentSprint’s digital platform ipearl.ai
Classes starting from July 2025
You are eligible if you
*Selection for the programme will be done by IIM Calcutta and is strictly based on the education, work experience, and motivation of the participants.
**Scanned copies to be submitted within 7 days a Education Certificate b Experience Letter/Latest Pay Slip.
The top leadership in the education sector is on the vanguard of transformation with K12 going digital. Educators are aware that they will need to stay agile to embrace this digital disruption if they want to shape their academic centre into an ‘institute of excellence’. To accomplish this, educators need to build leadership skills and professional school management capabilities.
IIM Calcutta’s Education Leaders’ Programme for Educators and Academic Professionals is an attempt to build and enhance this leadership skills and management know-how across school educators and academic professionals in India.
The programme helps build leadership capacity and professional school management capabilities. Participants can
The programme is best suited for
The programme will be taught by the esteemed IIM Calcutta Faculty. To meet your future mentors, visit here
The Education Leaders’ Programme (EdLEAP) by IIM Calcutta is a premier educational leadership and management course designed to empower school principals, administrators, senior teachers, and education entrepreneurs. With the goal of transforming academic institutions into 'Institutes of Excellence,' this educational leadership course equips participants with the skills to lead change in the evolving K-12 education landscape. Delivered through live, interactive weekend sessions over 9 months, the programme also includes an 8-day immersive campus experience at IIM Calcutta. Participants will become Executive Education Alumni of one of India’s top B-schools, holding triple international accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB).
This unique educational leadership course blends strategic management practices with a deep understanding of academic ecosystems. Participants will learn to improve learning outcomes, foster collaborative leadership, and drive innovation in their institutions. Designed specifically for current and aspiring school leaders and EdTech professionals, EdLEAP addresses the urgent need for agile leadership in a digital-first education world. Graduates of the program will be prepared to lead systemic transformation, empower teaching teams, and reimagine education delivery for the future.