This 11-month advanced program equips senior marketing professionals with cutting-edge knowledge in strategic and tactical marketing. Features comprehensive modules covering market analysis, digital transformation, and leadership development.
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Course Start Date:
Coming soon
Applications Deadline:
To be announced
Duration:
11-11 Months
₹ 3,05,620
Overview
IIM Lucknow's Advanced Programme for Senior Marketing Professionals provides comprehensive coverage of strategic and tactical marketing issues. The program emphasizes practical problem-solving and strategic thinking skills essential for modern marketing leaders.
Why Online MBA (Master of Business Administration)?
The program features interactive learning, real business case studies, and a four-day campus immersion. Participants receive IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni status and networking opportunities.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Interactive learning platform
Four-day campus immersion
Real business case studies
Peer learning opportunities
Executive alumni status
Industry expert faculty
Practical applications
Who is this programme for?
Middle to senior-level marketing executives
Sales and marketing professionals
Customer relations managers
Marketing analytics professionals
Service marketing specialists
Minimum Eligibility
Diploma/Graduate/Postgraduate with 50% marks
Minimum 3-15 years work experience
75% minimum attendance required
Profile evaluation and SOP required
Who is the programme for?
Selection based on application form, Statement of Purpose (minimum 100 words), and possible telephonic interview. Requires 3-15 years experience.
Important Dates
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum spans 12 comprehensive modules covering marketing strategy, data analytics, brand management, and leadership development. Features case studies, simulations, and hands-on projects.
There are 12 semesters in this course
The program offers 12 detailed modules progressing from marketing fundamentals to advanced analytics and strategic leadership. Each module combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications through case studies and real-world projects.
Module 1: Marketing Strategy Roadmap Fundamentals
This module covers core principles of effective marketing strategy development and execution. Students learn to analyze market opportunities, develop competitive positioning, create value propositions, and design actionable marketing plans. The course explores market segmentation, targeting strategies, marketing mix optimization, and strategic planning frameworks essential for building sustainable market advantage and driving business growth.
Develop Strategic Plans for Marketing
Market Sizing and New Market Demand
Scanning Environment Strategically
Market Disruption and Digital Business Models
Module 2: Segmenting Customers for Profit
This module examines advanced approaches to identifying and categorizing customer groups for targeted marketing efforts. Students learn to analyze customer data using demographic, psychographic, behavioral, and value-based segmentation methods. The course covers data-driven segmentation techniques, customer profiling, segment validation, targeting strategies, and how to develop tailored marketing approaches for different customer segments to maximize marketing effectiveness and ROI.
Segmentation for B2C and B2B
Creating Consumer Persona
Cluster Analysis (use case and R)
Module 3: Demystifying Data-driven Marketing Research and Analysis
This module explores systematic approaches to gathering and analyzing market data for informed decision-making. Students learn qualitative and quantitative research techniques, including survey design, focus group moderation, data collection methods, and statistical analysis. The course covers sampling techniques, research design, data interpretation, and how to translate research findings into actionable marketing insights and recommendations.
Research Process Designing A Questionnaire
Data Cleaning and Editing Estimating Sample Size Hypothesis Testing
Data Visualisation and Storytelling
Setting Up Experiments and A/B Testing
Module 4: Product and Brand Management
This module examines the strategic management of brands and products throughout their lifecycle. Students learn brand development, product portfolio optimization, market positioning, and performance tracking. The course covers brand architecture, new product development, pricing strategies, portfolio analysis, and brand equity measurement to effectively manage and grow brands in competitive markets.
Product Consumer Insight and People Consumer Insight
Concept and Product Testing
Conjoint Analysis for Product Management
Brand and Product Line Branding New Products
Measuring and Understanding Customer-based Brand Equity
Module 5: Understanding Marketing Communications
This module explores integrated marketing communications across traditional and digital channels. Students learn to develop cohesive messaging strategies, select appropriate communication channels, and create engaging content. The course covers advertising, public relations, social media, content marketing, and campaign measurement, focusing on building consistent brand communications that drive customer engagement and marketing objectives.
Crafting Integrated Marketing Communication
Art and Science of Marketing Message
Media Planning Strategy
Writing Winning Positioning Statements
Module 6: Digital Marketing for Consumers
This module explores modern digital marketing approaches for business growth. Students learn to develop and implement online marketing campaigns across key digital platforms, including social media, search engines, email, and mobile. The course covers digital analytics, content strategy, SEO optimization, paid advertising, marketing automation, and performance measurement to create effective digital marketing campaigns that drive engagement and conversion.
Designing and Building Web-owned Presence
Internet and Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
Module 7: Sales and Distribution for Maximising Revenue
This module examines the principles of effective sales force management and strategy development. Students learn to design sales territories, develop sales forecasts, manage sales teams, and create incentive structures. The course covers sales process optimization, performance monitoring, customer relationship management, negotiation techniques, and sales analytics to build and lead high-performing sales organizations that achieve revenue targets.
Designing Incentives and Rewards for Sales Team
Recruiting and Managing Performing Sales Teams
Sales Forecasting Techniques
Distribution Management
Channel Intensity Costs and Margins
Managing and Calibrating Channel ROI
Module 8: Understanding B2B and Services Marketing for Senior Managers
This module explores the unique aspects of business-to-business and services marketing. Students learn to develop marketing strategies for complex B2B relationships and service-based offerings. The course covers organizational buying behavior, relationship marketing, service quality management, customer experience design, B2B brand development, and value proposition creation for both industrial markets and service sectors.
Services Marketing Mix
After Sales Services
Segmentation B2B Marketing in Online Context
1-1 Marketing Managing Key Opinion Leaders
Pipeline Management Strategies for Key Account Management (KAM)
Delivering Value in B2B Context
Module 9: The Need for Customer Relationship Management
This module examines strategies for building and maintaining profitable customer relationships. Students learn to develop customer loyalty programs, analyze customer lifetime value, and implement retention strategies. The course covers CRM systems, customer data analysis, personalization techniques, customer journey mapping, and relationship marketing approaches to maximize customer satisfaction and long-term business value.
Customer Analytics: LTV CAC Conversion Ratio RFM
Using Customer Data for Designing Offers
Evaluating Customer Profitability
Selecting the Right CRM Strategy Tools and Implementation
Leveraging Buzz and Viral Marketing
Module 10: Advance Data Analytics in Marketing
This module explores sophisticated data analysis techniques for marketing decision-making. Students learn to apply advanced analytics tools and methods to derive actionable insights from complex marketing data. The course covers predictive modeling, marketing attribution, customer behavior analysis, ROI measurement, machine learning applications, and data visualization techniques to optimize marketing performance and drive data-informed strategy development.
Qualitative Analysis – Sentiment Analysis NVIVO Software
Prescriptive Analytics: Optimisation Techniques
Using Google and Web Analytics
AI/ML and Big Data for Applications in Marketing
Module 11: Understanding Marketing Metrics
This module explores key performance indicators and measurement techniques for marketing effectiveness. Students learn to identify, track, and analyze critical marketing metrics across campaigns and channels. The course covers ROI calculation, conversion tracking, customer acquisition costs, lifetime value measurement, brand health metrics, and dashboard creation to evaluate marketing performance and guide strategic decision-making.
Digital Marketing Channels and Metrics
Product Performance Metrics
Calculating C-SAT Scores
Measuring NPS
Profitability NPV IRR XIRR
Marketing ROI
Module 12: Developing Strategic Thinking and Decision-making
This module examines core principles of strategic business management and leadership. Students learn to analyze competitive environments, develop organizational strategies, and implement strategic initiatives. The course covers strategic planning frameworks, competitive analysis, resource allocation, organizational alignment, and performance monitoring to effectively guide organizations toward sustainable competitive advantage and long-term success.
Developing Strategic Thinking for Senior Marketers
Understanding Self and Team Management
Competitive Strategy
Formulating and Implementation Strategy
Innovation and Design Thinking
Interpreting Financial Statements
Costing for Marketing
Programme Length
11-month program with flexible learning format
Tuition Fee
The total program fee is ₹3,05,620 with applicable taxes, with optional alumni registration fee of ₹10,000
Fee Structure
Payment options
Learning Experience
Program delivery combines Direct-to-Device interactive learning with a four-day campus immersion. Features include live lectures, case studies, role-plays, and simulations.
University Experience
IIM Lucknow provides comprehensive support including alumni network access, campus library privileges, and program resources. Students engage in interactive learning and peer networking.

About the University
Established in 1984, IIM Lucknow is the fourth Indian Institute of Management established by the Government of India. Located on a sprawling 200-acre campus in Lucknow, it is renowned for its excellence in management education. The institute offers diverse programs including postgraduate, doctoral, and executive education. IIM Lucknow became the first IIM to establish a second campus at Noida in 2005, exclusively for executive education. The institute combines the interactive case study method with globally acclaimed faculty in a close-knit environment, developing ethical business leaders ready to make a global impact
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QS World Ranking
#55
FT Global Ranking
#7
NIRF Management Ranking
Affiliation & Recognition

AACSB Accredited
AMBA
EFMD
Career services
IIM Lucknow's Career Development Centre provides comprehensive placement support through a well-structured process. The institute maintains strong corporate relationships and organizes various training programs, workshops, and seminars to enhance students' employability. The placement process includes summer internships, which serve as a crucial bridge between academic learning and corporate experience. The center facilitates campus recruitment drives, internships, and job fairs, connecting students with leading employers across various sectors. The institute's placement cell works year-round to ensure students receive optimal career opportunities and guidance, resulting in consistent 100% placement records
100%
Placement Rate
30LPA
Average Package
65LPA
Highest International Package
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Course Start Date:
Coming soon
Applications Deadline:
To be announced
Duration:
11-11 Months
₹ 3,05,620
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
Marketing area, IIM Lucknow
Prof. Priyanka Sharma, has more than 8 years of industry experience in varied sales and marketing roles in prestigious organizations such as Infosys, Oracle and UST Global.
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Krishnan Jeesha is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing Management, at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow). He completed his PhD from IIM Kozhikode.
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Instructors
Marketing area, IIM Lucknow
Prof. Priyanka Sharma, has more than 8 years of industry experience in varied sales and marketing roles in prestigious organizations such as Infosys, Oracle and UST Global.
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Krishnan Jeesha is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing Management, at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow). He completed his PhD from IIM Kozhikode.
Frequently asked questions
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3-15 years experience with 50% in graduation
Yes, 4-day campus immersion required
Interactive online sessions with campus module