Executive Program in AI for Business - IIM Lucknow
The Executive Program in AI for Business from IIM Lucknow is designed for professionals seeking expertise in AI and Machine Learning leadership. This 6-month program combines practical learning with industry insights, offering a unique blend of online education and campus immersion experience.
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Course Start Date:
6th Dec, 2025
Application Deadline:
8th Nov, 2025
Duration:
9 Months
₹ 3,75,594
Overview
The Executive Program in AI for Business at IIM Lucknow is designed to prepare professionals for leadership roles in AI-driven business transformation. This comprehensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, focusing on both technical AI concepts and business strategy.
Why Data Science?
The program offers unique advantages including IIM Lucknow's prestigious certification, hands-on project experience, industry expert interactions, and executive alumni status. The curriculum is specifically designed to bridge the gap between AI technology and business applications.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Live online weekend classes
Industry expert faculty
3-day campus immersion
Executive alumni status
Project-based learning
Comprehensive AI curriculum
Industry networking opportunities
Who is this programme for?
Working professionals in IT and technology
Aspiring AI and ML leaders
Technology managers
Business professionals seeking AI expertise
Data scientists and analysts
Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor's/Master's degree in CS/Engineering/Mathematics/Statistics/Economics/Science
Minimum 50% marks in graduation
Minimum 2 years work experience
Who is the programme for?
The selection process is profile-based, with applications reviewed by the IIM Lucknow Executive Education team. Candidates must meet academic and experience requirements, with admission granted based on overall profile strength.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum spans essential AI and ML concepts, practical applications, and business strategy. Key areas include supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning algorithms, AI frameworks, and practical AI applications. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through real-world projects.
There are 9 semesters in this course
The program is structured across multiple modules covering AI/ML fundamentals, supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, practical applications, and business frameworks. Students engage in hands-on projects including heart disease prediction, product pricing analysis, and climate change studies. The curriculum integrates theoretical concepts with practical implementation through case studies and real-world scenarios.
AI/ML an Imperative for Digital Businesses
6 Months to complete
Fundamentals of Supervised Machine Learning
Understanding Unsupervised Machine Learning
Introduction to Deep Learning Algorithms
Practicing Machine Learning
Applications of AI/ML
Frameworks for Delivering AI Solutions
Gen AI/AI in Cloud
AI in Practice
Programme Length
The 6-month program includes weekend online sessions and culminates in a 3-day campus immersion at IIM Lucknow. The flexible schedule allows working professionals to balance their education with career commitments.
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
Associate Professor, Finance and Accounting Area, IIM Lucknow
Sowmya Subramaniam, an Associate Professor in Finance and Accounting at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, focuses on teaching Fixed Income Markets, Financial Reporting and Analysis, and Financial Management, while conducting primary research in Fixed Income Markets that has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Emerging Market Review and the International Review of Economics and Finance, and contributing to the field through her work as a reviewer for Economic Letters and IIMB Review.
Associate Professor
Dr. V S Prakash Attili brings 20 years of multifaceted experience spanning IT Service Delivery, Corporate Training, and Academia, including six years in client-facing roles in the USA and a decade of management expertise in global IT projects, while serving as an Agile Coach and Certified Scrum Master, earning recognition through the Award of Excellence as Most Valuable Contributor in 2016 and 2018, and contributing to the academic field through publications in prestigious venues such as Communications of the Association for Information Systems, Information Systems Frontiers, and Americas Conference on Information Systems.
Tuition Fee
The Executive Program in AI for Business by IIM Lucknow has a total program fee of ₹3,18,300 plus GST, structured in a flexible installment system to accommodate working professionals. The payment schedule includes a non-refundable application fee of ₹2,500 plus GST at the time of application, followed by three installments: ₹1,26,300 plus GST upon admission confirmation, ₹1,26,300 plus GST at mid-program, and ₹63,200 plus GST as the final payment. This comprehensive fee covers 6 months of weekend online classes (Saturday 3-6 PM and Sunday 10 AM-1 PM), a mandatory 3-day campus immersion at IIM Lucknow, expert faculty sessions, project-based learning including hands-on AI/ML projects, and access to comprehensive AI curriculum. Executive alumni fees are additional and paid directly to the institute after successful program completion. The program offers multiple financing options including loan facilities available through counselor guidance, corporate sponsorship arrangements with special benefits and payment terms for organization-sponsored candidates, and flexible payment methods with personalized financial counseling support. With requirements including a technical degree (CS/Engineering/Mathematics/Statistics/Economics/Science) with minimum 50% marks and 2 years work experience, this premium AI program provides accessible financing solutions while delivering exceptional value through IIM Lucknow's prestigious certification, hands-on project experience, and executive alumni status for professionals seeking AI leadership roles.
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Payment options
Financing options
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Learning Experience
Students experience a blend of synchronous online learning through weekend classes, interactive sessions, and practical projects. The program utilizes the Zoom platform for live sessions, complemented by hands-on project work and case studies.
University Experience
IIM Lucknow provides a comprehensive learning experience including access to distinguished faculty, industry experts, and networking opportunities. The 3-day campus immersion offers in-person interaction and networking with peers and faculty.
Word from the Directors
Dr. V.S Prakash Attili
Associate Professor, AI and Business Analytics
Be at the Forefront of the AI Revolution
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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
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
Associate Professor, Finance and Accounting Area, IIM Lucknow
Sowmya Subramaniam, an Associate Professor in Finance and Accounting at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, focuses on teaching Fixed Income Markets, Financial Reporting and Analysis, and Financial Management, while conducting primary research in Fixed Income Markets that has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Emerging Market Review and the International Review of Economics and Finance, and contributing to the field through her work as a reviewer for Economic Letters and IIMB Review.
Associate Professor
Dr. V S Prakash Attili brings 20 years of multifaceted experience spanning IT Service Delivery, Corporate Training, and Academia, including six years in client-facing roles in the USA and a decade of management expertise in global IT projects, while serving as an Agile Coach and Certified Scrum Master, earning recognition through the Award of Excellence as Most Valuable Contributor in 2016 and 2018, and contributing to the academic field through publications in prestigious venues such as Communications of the Association for Information Systems, Information Systems Frontiers, and Americas Conference on Information Systems.
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
Top Recruiters
Course Start Date:
6th Dec, 2025
Application Deadline:
8th Nov, 2025
Duration:
9 Months
₹ 3,75,594
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