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Built for leaders ready to lead what’s next

Drive the AI shift, with a strategic framework that leverages digital technologies and AI into lasing business advantage

Earn IIM Calcutta certification Earn an IIM Calcutta credential and join 33,000+ executive education alumni

Complete AI integration Apply AI across all four modules, not as a standalone subject

Sapere Aude talk series Gain perspectives from industry leaders and business thought leaders

Hands-on learning Work on deep tech, case studies and capstone project with a diverse group

Sense–Think–Craft–Act framework Structured approach to strategic decision-making

10 days of campus immersion Campus visit to IIM Calcutta

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The leadership opportunity in the age of Al

AI adoption is accelerating. Competitive advantage comes from leaders who
turn it into business impact.

74%
of leaders say their organization won't survive the next decade without transformation
Lead transformation with confidence and clarity
83%
of leaders miss transformation targets. The gap is leadership, not technology
Close the leadership gap where strategy delivers
68%
of CEOs have restructured a core business process around Al
Convert AI-led transformation into enterprise-wide advantage
6x
higher returns for digital and shareholder Al leaders, across every sector
Drive measurable business impact from digital and AI investments
  • Duration 12 months live online interactive sessions
  • Campus visit 10 days at IIM Calcutta campus

Industry-aligned curriculum

Master a strategic, multi-disciplinary framework to harness digital technologies and AI as the foundation for competitive advantage

Modules

Details

Sense Digital and AI

  • Understanding Disruptive Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence
  • Digitalization in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
  • Discovering the Self Amidst Change
  • Problem Framing Amidst Ambiguity & Uncertainty
  • Opportunities for India to be a leader in AI
  • Design Thinking in the age of AI
  • Sectoral Perspectives on Digital and AI Business Leadership

Think Digital and AI

  • Economics of Digital and AI
  • Demystifying DeepTech: GenAI applications in Digital Transformation
  • Digital Platform Business Models and Eco-Systems
  • Customer-Centricity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Craft Digital and AI

  • Succeeding with Digital and AI Products
  • Strategic Thinking Digital and AI Business Models
  • Recrafting Marketing in the Digital Era
  • Embedding DeepTech and AI in Industry 4.0

Act Digital and AI

  • Managing Change
  • AI in Strategic Leadership
  • The Agile Organization
  • Storytelling and Strategic Communication in the Digital and AI Era
  • Ethics in the Age of AI

Distinguished faculty

Programme Directors

Dr. Anik Mukherjee Assistant Professor, Management Information Systems, IIM Calcutta

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Prof. Abhipsa Pal Asst Professor, Management Information Systems, IIM Calcutta

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Eligibility

  • Academics: Bachelor/Master’s degree in any discipline with a minimum 50% marks
  • Experience: Senior leaders with minimum 12 years of experience*

*Any exceptions are subject to approval from IIM Calcutta

Trusted by leaders from diverse industries

Shailendra Mohan Director & Principal Architect(MEA)
Wipro Limited

Bhargavi CH Associate Director - IT
Novartis

Samarth Sahi AGM, Biesse
India

Dinesh Kulkarni CFO
Kuwy Technology Service Private

Puja Singh Director
Mastercard

Leaders from global organisations are
shaping what's next

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Fee details

Application fee* : ₹2,500

Payment modes

  • Internet Banking
  • Credit/Debit Card
  • UPI Payments
  • *GST at 18% extra as applicable
  • *Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Frequently asked questions

In today’s AI-driven world, digital business leadership is no longer just about adopting new technologies. It is about reimagining how businesses compete, operate, make decisions and create value. Organisations need leaders who can connect digital business strategy with AI, automation and emerging technologies to unlock new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge. Digital-first enterprises require decision-makers who can bridge the gap between business and technology, apply AI where it creates meaningful value and lead their organisations through continuous change.

The pace of digital and AI-led disruption is accelerating. Established leadership approaches must now be reimagined as technology reshapes business models, decisions and ways of working. Upskilling in digital business leadership ensures that executives can:

  • Reimagine business strategies through digital and AI-enabled possibilities.
  • Navigate evolving business models shaped by technology and changing markets.
  • Align AI and technology with business goals to strengthen growth and efficiency.
  • Lead organisations through change, balancing innovation with responsible adoption.

This programme prepares leaders to reimagine business strategy, decisions and transformation by combining:

  • A strategic, multidisciplinary framework to help leaders reimagine and scale businesses with AI.
  • World-class perspectives from IIM Calcutta faculty and leading industry experts.
  • Hands-on, experiential learning through case studies, capstone projects and ‘Sapere Aude’ talks.
  • Immersive on-campus learning, with 36% of the programme covered through interactive sessions.

Many leaders need to connect business strategy with AI and emerging technologies without losing sight of enterprise priorities. This programme provides the tools and knowledge to:

  • Reimagine business models by integrating AI and digital innovation.
  • Shape AI-enabled leadership strategies for sustained competitive advantage.
  • Strengthen decision-making through data, analytics and AI-enabled insights.
  • Build a digital mindset to lead responsible, enterprise-wide transformation.

This is not just an executive programme. It is a leadership accelerator for those who want to reimagine business for the AI era and lead digital-first enterprises with confidence.

A future-focused leadership programme for aspiring and current business leaders, CXOs and entrepreneurs seeking a strategic framework for reimagining business through AI and digital technologies.

  • Business Leaders with Digital Vision seeking to connect strategy, technology and AI-enabled opportunities.
  • Tech Leaders aiming to translate emerging technologies into innovation and business value.
  • Functional Leaders seeking to drive digital and AI-enabled transformation within their departments.
  • Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders focusing on reimagining customer value, business models and scale.
  • Consultants working to reshape business models and lead digital and AI transformation initiatives.

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Digital Business Leadership Certification Program Overview

The Advanced Certification Programme in Digital Business Leadership, offered by IIM Calcutta in collaboration with TalentSprint, is a rigorous 12-month program designed for current and aspiring CXOs, startup leaders and senior management professionals looking to drive AI-first and digital-first transformation.

Led by renowned IIM Calcutta faculty and industry experts, the program combines academic excellence with real-world insights, delivered through a dynamic live online format that fosters interactive discussions, case study analysis, and industry-driven perspectives. Participants will engage with peers and faculty in thought-provoking sessions, gaining strategic insights into digital leadership and AI-driven business transformation

To enhance learning and networking, the program includes two intensive 5-day campus residencies at IIM Calcutta, providing an immersive academic experience, peer collaboration, and high-impact leadership interactions. With 36% of the curriculum dedicated to on-campus projects, case studies, and hands-on sessions, participants will directly apply their learning to real-world business challenges.

Upon successful completion, participants receive an Executive Education Certification from IIM Calcutta, reinforcing their expertise in digital business leadership. They also gain the prestigious IIM Calcutta Executive Alumni status, expanding their professional network and unlocking new leadership opportunities. This program is designed to empower visionary leaders to navigate and lead in an AI-driven, digital-first world with confidence and strategic foresight.

The program has received exceptional feedback, with a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 100 and an average session rating of 9.5, reflecting its high impact and participant satisfaction.

About IIM Calcutta

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta was established as the first national institute for Post Graduate Studies and Research in Management by the Government of India in November 1961, in collaboration with Alfred P. Sloan School of Management (MIT), the Government of West Bengal, The Ford Foundation, and the Indian Industry.

Over the years, IIM Calcutta has grown into a mature institution with a global reputation, imparting high-quality management education. It has been playing a pioneering role in professionalizing Indian management through its Post Graduate and Doctoral level Programmes, Executive Training Programmes, Research and Consulting Activities. For more information, please visit www.iimcal.ac.in.

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