Advanced Program in Strategic Management for Leaders
The Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders (APSMCL) is designed for executives who wish to translate strategy into value-driven decisions for sustainable growth. The program addresses today's business context defined by intense competition, global market integration, sustainability concerns, resource conflicts, and technological changes. Strategic management is presented as a thinking mode that leverages the power of individuals, institutions, firms, and markets to improve organizational effectiveness. The course emphasizes understanding how strategic action is embedded in societal, institutional, and regulatory contexts, helping participants appreciate how wins can be crafted and power effectively leveraged within broader institutions to benefit both firms and society. With a comprehensive curriculum covering strategic thinking, competitive advantages, organizational design, business models, corporate strategies, and institutional frameworks, participants will develop the skills needed to navigate complex business environments.
Instructors:
English
Not specified
Powered by
Course Start Date:
Coming Soon
Application Deadline:
To be announced
Duration:
8 Months
₹ 4,38,000
Overview
The APSMCL programme is designed for Corporate Leaders who wish to translate Strategy into value driven decisions and pave their way towards sustainable growth. Current business contexts are defined by intense pressures of competition, integration across global markets, new concerns about sustainability and an intensification of resource conflicts around the world, technological changes including the use of information technology and massive institutional transitions/transformations. These both frame and challenge a firm's ambitions of growth requiring them to take risks as they navigate through change. Strategy is a mode of thinking that leverages the power of individuals, institutions, firms and markets in a cohesive manner to improve the effectiveness of an organization. Hence, we can call it the exercise of power. It is a skill and a craft.
Why Leadership & Management?
The Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders offers a unique opportunity to develop strategic thinking and leadership capabilities essential in today's complex business environment. The program provides deep insights into strategic landscapes, competitive advantages, and institutional frameworks that shape business decisions. With IIM Calcutta's renowned faculty guidance and a blend of online and on-campus learning, participants gain practical skills to navigate uncertainty, leverage power effectively, and create sustainable value. The program's rich legacy of 15 successful batches demonstrates its effectiveness in preparing executives for higher leadership roles.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Strategic Thinking: The science behind strategy landscapes and relations of conflicts and cooperations
Competitive Advantages: Understanding creation and destructions of moats, economics of digital ecosystems and platforms, economics of scaling or non-linear profit growth
Managing: Contracting, outsourcing and modularization, developing clarity on where, when and how to push for cooperation
Organizational Design: Structuring large organisations, clarifying management roles, leading people, strategy practices and routines
Business Models: Understanding disruptive business models, growing start-ups, creating start-up culture inside large firms
Corporate Strategies: Corporate restructuring and M&A
Institutional Frameworks: Appreciating institutions that shape business organizing, varieties of capitalism
Strategic Communications: The art and science of strategic leadership and competing on narratives
Who is this programme for?
Corporate leaders seeking to enhance strategic thinking capabilities
Senior executives with 7+ years of experience looking to advance to higher leadership roles
Professionals aiming to translate strategy into value-driven decisions
Executives navigating global competition and institutional complexity
Leaders facing challenges of technological changes and sustainability concerns
Minimum Eligibility
8+ years of work experience
Successful completion of the application process
Selection by the admission committee
Who is the programme for?
The admission process for the Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders involves a structured application process. Interested candidates must register for the programme, pay the application fees of INR 2,500 + GST, upload verified documents, and submit a Statement of Purpose (SOP) and profile. After review, selected candidates receive an offer letter and must complete the first installment payment to commence the course. Academically, the programme spans 8 months with live online sessions every Friday from 6 PM to 9 PM, complemented by an 11-day on-campus module at IIM Calcutta. The evaluation is based on examinations and a capstone project that participants undertake either individually or in groups, as per faculty decision.
Important Dates
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum for the Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders is structured around key strategic competencies required for effective leadership. The programme covers strategic thinking, understanding competitive advantages in product/services businesses, managing contracting and outsourcing, organizational design for large organizations, business models and their disruptive potential, corporate strategies including restructuring and M&A, institutional frameworks that shape business organization, and strategic communications. The comprehensive approach ensures participants develop a strategic mindset and the practical skills needed to navigate complex business environments, manage multi-stakeholder interests, and lead organizations through technological and institutional transitions.
There are 8 semesters in this course
The curriculum of the Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders is designed to build comprehensive strategic capabilities. It begins with Strategic Thinking, exploring the science behind strategy landscapes and conflict/cooperation relations. Participants learn about Competitive Advantages in various business contexts, including digital ecosystems and non-linear profit growth. The Managing module covers contracting, outsourcing, and cooperation strategies. Organizational Design focuses on structuring large organizations, clarifying management roles, and leading through transitions. The Business Models section examines disruptive models and start-up culture. Corporate Strategies covers restructuring and M&A. Institutional Frameworks help in appreciating how institutions shape business organizing across different capitalist systems. Finally, Strategic Communications teaches the art of leadership and competing through narratives. This structured approach ensures participants develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills in strategic management.
Strategic Thinking
Competitive Advantages
Managing
Organizational Design
Business Models
Corporate Strategies
Institutional Frameworks
Strategic Communications
Programme Length
The Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders is an 8-month comprehensive program that combines the flexibility of online learning with the immersive experience of on-campus education. The program features weekly live online sessions every Friday from 6 PM to 9 PM, allowing participants to continue their professional commitments while pursuing advanced education. Additionally, the program includes an intensive 11-day on-campus module at IIM Calcutta, providing direct interaction with faculty and peers. This blended format ensures participants can access high-quality education from one of India's premier institutes without extended career breaks.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Professor - Strategic Management, IIM Calcutta
Prof. Biswatosh Saha teaches courses such as Strategic Management, International Management, and Managing Innovation at IIM Calcutta. He holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur and a Ph.D. from IIM Calcutta.
Associate Professor
Prof. Ramya T Venkateswaran is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management at IIM Calcutta. She earned her Fellowship from IIM Bangalore and holds a BTech from Regional Engineering College Calicut. Her research has received multiple accolades, including the Best Paper Award at the Indian Academy of Management 2020 conference. Prof. Venkateswaran’s consulting specializations include strategic thinking, multinational entry strategies, and the influence of cross-cultural perspectives on strategic decision-making.
Tuition Fee
The Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders is priced at INR 4,38,000 + GST, making it an investment in accelerated career growth and advanced strategic capabilities. The fee structure is designed to be manageable with three installments: INR 1,48,000 (GST extra) within 10 days of offer letter issuance, INR 1,45,000 (GST extra) by July 11, 2024, and INR 1,45,000 (GST extra) by September 11, 2024. Beyond the core program fee, there is a non-refundable application fee of INR 2,500 + GST. To support participants, loan assistance is available, making this premier education accessible to deserving candidates. The comprehensive fee covers all teaching resources, access to IIM Calcutta's learning environment, and the 11-day on-campus module.
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financing options
Financial Aid
Learning Experience
The Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders employs a multi-faceted learning approach combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program features live online sessions conducted by expert faculty from IIM Calcutta every Friday from 6 PM to 9 PM, ensuring interactive learning while maintaining professional commitments. The 11-day on-campus module provides an immersive experience at IIM Calcutta's campus, facilitating direct interaction with faculty and peers. Throughout the program, participants undertake a comprehensive Capstone Project, applying strategic concepts to real-world scenarios under faculty guidance. The learning journey is enhanced through collaborative discussions with experienced peers, creating a dynamic knowledge-sharing environment. Evaluation is based on examinations and project work, ensuring a holistic assessment of participants' strategic capabilities.
University Experience
The IIM Calcutta experience for participants in the Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders combines academic excellence with networking opportunities and practical insights. During the 11-day on-campus module, participants immerse themselves in IIM Calcutta's vibrant intellectual environment, interacting directly with distinguished faculty and industry experts. This prestigious institution, established in 1961 as India's first national institute for Post-Graduate studies and Research in Management, brings over six decades of academic excellence to the program. Participants benefit from IIM Calcutta's strong industry connections, research-oriented approach, and global perspective on management challenges. Upon successful completion, participants receive IIM Calcutta Executive Education Alumni Status, joining a powerful network of leaders across industries worldwide. This alumni connection creates lasting professional relationships and opens doors to new opportunities long after program completion.
Testimonials
Testimonials and success stories are a testament to the quality of this program and its impact on your career and learning journey. Be the first to help others make an informed decision by sharing your review of the course.
About the University
Founded in 1961 as India's first national institution for post-graduate studies in management, IIM Calcutta was established in collaboration with MIT Sloan School of Management, Ford Foundation, and the Government of West Bengal. Known as the 'Finance Campus of India', it is the only Indian business school with triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS).
464
Total enrollment
100+
Faculty size
49th
Global ranking
Affiliation & Recognition
AACSB Accredited
-1726828973007.svg)
EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System)
 -1726826792039.svg)
AMBA (Association of MBAs)
CEMS Membership
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Instructors
Professor - Strategic Management, IIM Calcutta
Prof. Biswatosh Saha teaches courses such as Strategic Management, International Management, and Managing Innovation at IIM Calcutta. He holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur and a Ph.D. from IIM Calcutta.
Associate Professor
Prof. Ramya T Venkateswaran is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management at IIM Calcutta. She earned her Fellowship from IIM Bangalore and holds a BTech from Regional Engineering College Calicut. Her research has received multiple accolades, including the Best Paper Award at the Indian Academy of Management 2020 conference. Prof. Venkateswaran’s consulting specializations include strategic thinking, multinational entry strategies, and the influence of cross-cultural perspectives on strategic decision-making.
Career services
Through its Career Development and Placement Office (CDPO), IIM Calcutta provides comprehensive career support across multiple channels. The institute maintains strong corporate relationships resulting in exceptional placement records. The effectiveness is demonstrated through consistent 100% placement rates and significant salary packages across various sectors including consulting, finance, and technology
100%
Placement rate
32.68 LPA
Average CTC
32.27 LPA
Median CTC
Course Start Date:
Coming Soon
Application Deadline:
To be announced
Duration:
8 Months
₹ 4,38,000
Frequently asked questions
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about this course. We aim to provide clear and concise answers to help you better understand the course content, structure, and any other relevant information. If you have any additional questions or if your question is not listed here, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team for further assistance.