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ISB Chief Financial Officer Programme

The ISB Chief Financial Officer Programme is a transformative 8-month executive education offering that combines academic excellence with practical leadership development. The program features blended learning with campus immersion, expert faculty instruction, and industry masterclasses.

₹ 5,60,500

₹ 5,90,000

Course Start Date: Starting Soon

Application Deadline: 12th Oct, 2026

Duration: 8 Months

Hariom Manchiraju

Hariom Manchiraju

Shashwat Alok

Shashwat Alok

Shekhar Tomar

Shekhar Tomar

English

English

Hariom Manchiraju

Hariom Manchiraju

Shashwat Alok

Shashwat Alok

Shekhar Tomar

Shekhar Tomar

Overview

The ISB Chief Financial Officer Programme is designed to transform experienced finance professionals into strategic C-suite leaders. This comprehensive program combines academic rigor with practical application, featuring distinguished faculty, industry experts, and real-world case studies to develop well-rounded financial leaders.

Why Management?

The program stands out through its unique blend of academic excellence and practical leadership development. With ISB's prestigious faculty, industry partnerships, and executive alumni network, participants gain both knowledge and valuable connections. The flexible format combines online learning with campus immersion.

What does this course have to offer?

Key Highlights

  • 32 weeks of expert-led instruction

  • Campus immersion experience

  • ISB Executive Alumni status

  • Leadership coaching

  • 5+ industry case studies

  • 4 live faculty sessions

  • 5 CXO masterclasses

  • Weekly expert office hours

Who is this programme for?

  • Current CFOs seeking advancement

  • Senior finance professionals

  • Finance leaders targeting C-suite roles

  • Professionals with 10+ years experience

  • Strategic decision-makers in finance

Minimum Eligibility

  • Bachelor's Degree with 50% aggregate

  • Minimum 10 years work experience

  • Demonstrated career progression

  • Strong leadership potential

Not sure whether you qualify for this programme?

Admission Overview

The programme follows a comprehensive admission process evaluating candidates' professional experience, academic background, and leadership potential. The curriculum is delivered through a blend of online learning, live sessions, and campus immersion, structured across 32 weeks with specific completion requirements.

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Curriculum

The curriculum covers essential areas including changing CFO roles, global economics, financial planning, strategic corporate finance, M&A, risk management, fintech innovations, and leadership development. Each module combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications through case studies and real-world projects.

There are 9 semesters in this course

The program is structured into key modules covering essential CFO competencies. Starting with the evolving role of CFOs, it progresses through global economics, financial planning, strategic finance, M&A, governance, risk management, fintech, and leadership development. Each module incorporates case studies, assignments, and practical applications.

Changing Role of the CFO

Global Economics for a CFO

Financial Planning and Analysis

Strategic Corporate Finance

M&A and Business Valuation

Corporate Governance and Regulatory Requirements

Corporate Risk Management

Fintech

Leadership Development and Talent Management

Programme Length

This 8-month program offers a flexible learning structure combining online sessions with a one-day campus immersion. The format accommodates working professionals while ensuring comprehensive coverage of all essential topics.

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.

Hariom Manchiraju
He serves as a faculty member in the Accounting Department at the Indian School of Business, building upon his extensive academic credentials including a PhD and MBA from the State University of New York – Buffalo, an MFM from Sri Satya Sai University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce from Osmania University, India. His academic work focuses on investigating the role of accounting information in capital markets, financial forecasting, executive compensation, and corporate governance, while his teaching portfolio includes financial accounting courses, spanning financial statement analysis for MBA students and advanced financial accounting for senior undergraduates.
Shashwat Alok
He has served as a faculty member in ISB's Finance Department since 2013, bringing expertise from his Ph.D. in Finance from Washington University and leading the Digital Identity Research Initiative. His research portfolio spans corporate finance in emerging markets, examining its intersection with law, government policy, and institutions, while also exploring financial inclusion, capital allocation, alternative data, Fintech, and climate change. His academic contributions have earned significant recognition through prestigious grants, international conference presentations, and publications in leading journals, with his work receiving citations in influential reports and coverage across major Indian media outlets.
Shekhar Tomar
He combines academic expertise with policy experience, having earned his Ph.D. from Toulouse School of Economics in 2017 before serving as a Research Economist at RBI from 2017 to 2019, where he contributed to monetary policy and trade policy initiatives. Now serving as a faculty member in the Department of Public Policy and Economics at ISB, his research focuses on macroeconomics, trade, and finance, distinguished by his approach of using micro-data to derive macro-level insights.
Nandkishore Doreswamy
Nandu brings 34+ years of distinguished leadership experience to his role as a Visiting Faculty at the Indian School of Business, having served in key executive positions including as an Executive Board Director for Asia, Oceania & Africa at NESTLE and as Global CEO for Nestlé Nutrition worldwide. His extensive expertise spans crisis management, business transformation through technological innovation, modern coaching approaches, global operations, innovative consumer marketing strategies, and corporate social responsibility, which he actively applies to help organizations navigate today's dynamic business environment.
Sanjay Kallapur

Sanjay Kallapur

Sanjay Kallapur, He is a faculty member in the Accounting Department at ISB. He earned his PhD in Business Economics from Harvard Business School. He is professionally qualified as a Fellow Member of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (FCMA). He was the first person from outside North America to be appointed editor of The Accounting Review from 2008 to 2011. He is a member of the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), the regulatory body overseeing the accounting and auditing of listed companies in India. He is an independent director on the Board of IDBI Bank, where he serves on the risk management and audit committees. He previously served on the Board of the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Tuition Fee

The ISB Chief Financial Officer Programme has a total program fee of ₹5,90,000 (Inclusive GST), structured in six installments including a registration fee. The payment schedule includes a non-refundable application fee of ₹5,000 plus GST (included in registration fee), a registration fee of ₹50,000 plus GST, followed by four installments of ₹95,000 plus GST each and a final installment of ₹70,000 plus GST. This comprehensive fee covers an 8-month program with 32 weeks of expert-led instruction, one-day campus immersion experience at ISB, 4 live faculty sessions, 5 CXO masterclasses by marquee industry leaders, weekly office hours with industry experts, personal leadership coaching for CXOs, 5+ real-world case studies from companies like Infosys, Reliance, AT&T, and capstone project work. Upon successful completion of 100+ learning hours, participants receive ISB Executive Alumni status with access to the Executive Alumni portal and a 20% discount on future ISB Executive Education programmes. The program requires minimum 10 years of work experience with preferred Master's degree and 50% aggregate marks. Selection is by invitation only on a rolling basis with priority for early applicants. Special corporate discounts of up to 10% are available for bulk nominations of 5 or more participants from a single organization. The program offers both full payment and installment options with flexible payment schedules. This premium CFO education from ISB provides accessible financing while delivering exceptional value through distinguished faculty, comprehensive curriculum, and transformative leadership development for current and aspiring chief financial officers.

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About the University

Founded in 2001, ISB is a global business school offering world-class management education across two campuses in Hyderabad and Mohali, India. The institution has achieved triple crown accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) and is consistently ranked among the top business schools globally.

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Affiliation & Recognition

AACSB Accredited
EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System)
AMBA (Association of MBAs)
Wharton Partnership

934

Total enrollment

70+

Faculty size

2

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Affiliation & Recognition

AACSB Accredited
EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System)
AMBA (Association of MBAs)
Wharton Partnership

Featured 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.

Anand Shekhar
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Anand Shekhar is pursuing his Ph.D. in Finance at Bayes Business School, University of London, bringing extensive academic and professional expertise in corporate finance and governance. His academic excellence is demonstrated through multiple prestigious recognitions, including graduating in the Dean's list from Indian School of Business's PGP (MBA) program and receiving a merit scholarship at BITS Pilani for ranking in the top 3% of his batch. His research contributions have earned him a research grant from SEBI's Developmental Research Group for his work on share pledging. His academic achievements include the OP Jindal Engineering & Management Scholarship and selection as a GE Foundation Scholar Leader. His professional experience includes working in JSW Group's leadership program, where he gained valuable exposure to project finance and executive management. His academic foundation combines a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Finance from BITS Pilani, reflecting his multidisciplinary approach to financial research. Currently, as a JN Tata Scholar at Bayes Business School, he focuses his research on corporate finance, corporate governance, and financial intermediation, contributing to academic understanding of financial markets and corporate behavior through rigorous research methodologies and innovative approaches to financial analysis
Dr. Rajagopal Raghunathan
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4.8

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Dr. Rajagopal Raghunathan is a visiting Professor of Marketing at the Indian School of Business and a Professor of Marketing at the McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on the impact of people's judgments and decisions on their happiness, exploring the intersection of marketing and well-being. His work has garnered attention in various mass media outlets, including The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and Self Magazine. An award-winning educator, Dr. Raghunathan has taught in numerous international programs, engaging students from diverse countries such as India, Thailand, Finland, China, and the U.S. He shares his insights on happiness, creativity, and leadership through his popular Psychology Today blog, "Sapient Nature," which has received over 500,000 page views. He is also the author of the book "If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Happy?" released in 2016, which has been translated into multiple languages. His contributions to academia include publishing in top journals such as The Journal of Marketing and The Journal of Consumer Research, further establishing him as a leading voice in the field of marketing and happiness research.
Hemant Gupta
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Hemant Gupta, the Certified Financial Planner (CFP), is the founder of Happy Niveshak, which is into Personal finance helping in and handholding clients towards the journey of wealth creation and achieve life goals. Hemant has worked with institutions like ICRA Ltd (moody investor company) and HDFC Bank over the last 12 years across Bengaluru and Mumbai location. He is on his journey to attain financial freedom and now helping people to look at Financial freedom as an important goal and achieve it.
Karan Mehta
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4.7

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Karan Mehta, CFA, CMT, is the Founder and Managing Partner at RealFloat Ventures LLP, bringing nearly two decades of experience in the investments industry. He most recently served as the Americas Head of Product at PineBridge Investments and previously worked as a senior product developer at Deutsche Bank, specializing in both Active and Passive strategies across London and New York. Karan has achieved exceptional investment results in his personal portfolio, boasting time-weighted returns exceeding 25% per annum since 2010. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Warwick and an MBA from the Indian School of Business, where he graduated with honors. Karan is a CFA Charterholder since 2012 and also holds the CMT professional designation. His extensive expertise encompasses investments, product development, fundraising, and entrepreneurship, positioning him as a prominent figure in the financial sector.
Prasanna Tantri
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Prasanna Tantri is an Associate Professor of Finance and the Executive Director at the Center for Analytical Finance (CAF) at the Indian School of Business (ISB). He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Deakin University and has completed both a Fellow Programme in Management (Finance) and a Post Graduate Programme in Management (MBA) from ISB. His research interests encompass banking, financial inclusion, financial contagion, regulation, and the interplay between politics and finance. Prasanna's work has been published in several top-tier journals, including the Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, and Journal of Accounting Research. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he serves as an Independent Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at Power Finance Corporation. His contributions to finance research and education have significantly impacted policy discussions and academic discourse in India
Ramabhadran Thirumalai
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4.7

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Professor Ramabhadran S. Thirumalai is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the Indian School of Business (ISB), where he focuses on critical issues related to pre-trade transparency in equity markets, arbitrage trading between individual stock futures and underlying stocks, and trading frictions faced by retail and institutional investors. He teaches courses on Derivatives and Security Markets at ISB. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Finance and Mathematics from Indiana University, an MS in Statistics from the University of South Carolina, and a BE (Honours) in Chemical Engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science. His research interests extend to intraday stock return momentum and promoting share pledges in India. Professor Thirumalai has published extensively in reputable journals, contributing valuable insights into market microstructure and corporate finance. His work aims to enhance understanding of the dynamics within financial markets, making significant contributions to both academic literature and practical applications in finance.
Sumanth Karlapudi
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Sumanth Karlapudi is a Chartered Accountant and lawyer with over 14 years of experience in the field of Indian taxation, having worked with EY in various capacities. He currently serves as the Director of Finance at a pharmaceutical company while also mentoring multiple startups in strategic roles across India. Sumanth specializes in tax, strategy, and implementation, with a particular interest in scaling operations and streamlining processes. His expertise has been instrumental in guiding clients through complex financial landscapes, helping them achieve their wealth creation goals. He is recognized for his proactive approach and value-driven orientation, contributing significantly to both corporate finance and entrepreneurial ventures. Sumanth's professional journey reflects a commitment to excellence in finance, making him a respected figure in the industry.

Career services

Through its Career Advancement Services (CAS), ISB provides comprehensive career development support across multiple channels. The CAS team consists of three pillars: Corporate Business Development, Program Management, and Strategy and Execution teams. The placement process spans four months, offering extensive networking opportunities and career guidance through corporate presentations, workshops, and industry connections

4 months

Placement duration

270+

Corporate partners

2,066

Job offers

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₹ 5,60,500

₹ 5,90,000

Course Start Date: Starting Soon

Application Deadline: 12th Oct, 2026

Duration: 8 Months

Frequently asked Questions

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