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XLRI: Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals

The XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals is a prestigious 10-month programme developed in collaboration with IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School. Designed for senior healthcare executives, it equips participants with the strategic, financial, and digital leadership capabilities required to navigate a rapidly evolving global healthcare ecosystem. The curriculum covers technology, finance, ESG, governance, policy, and ethical leadership, delivered through real-world case studies and cross-continental faculty insights.\n\nParticipants benefit from a balanced blend of online learning, expert mentorship, and a 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur. Graduates earn a prestigious dual certification from XLRI and Sorbonne Business School, positioning them to drive sustainable, patient-centric transformation across their organisations. The programme is ideal for CXOs, hospital directors, clinical administrators, policy makers, pharma leaders, and senior clinicians seeking to broaden their strategic leadership perspective and contribute to large-scale healthcare impact.

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  • Course Start Date:

    5th Jul, 2026

  • Application Deadline:

    23rd May, 2026

  • Duration:

    10 Months

4,00,000

Overview

The XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals is a landmark collaboration between two world-class institutions: XLRI Jamshedpur, one of India's most prestigious management schools, and IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School, a globally renowned European business institution. Over 10 intensive months, this programme delivers a transformative learning experience that bridges global strategy, healthcare governance, financial acumen, digital transformation, and ethical leadership.

Designed exclusively for senior healthcare leaders, the programme addresses the complex, multi-dimensional challenges of modern healthcare management. From navigating regulatory environments and leveraging technology to building resilient organisations and driving patient-centric innovation, participants gain a holistic toolkit for leadership at the highest levels. The curriculum is enriched by cross-continental faculty insights, real-world case studies, and immersive peer learning with cohort professionals from across the healthcare spectrum.

A defining feature of the programme is its 5-day campus immersion, offering participants firsthand exposure to XLRI's vibrant academic environment and the opportunity to forge deep professional networks. Upon completion, graduates are awarded a prestigious dual certification from XLRI and Sorbonne Business School, a credential that signals strategic leadership excellence in the global healthcare arena.

Why Leadership & Management?

Healthcare is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technology, globalisation, demographic shifts, and evolving policy landscapes. Senior leaders in this sector need more than clinical or operational expertise; they need the strategic vision, financial literacy, and global perspective to guide their organisations through uncertainty and opportunity alike. The XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals addresses this need directly.

What sets this programme apart is its dual-institution design. By uniting the rigour and prestige of XLRI Jamshedpur with the global perspective of IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School, participants gain access to the best of Indian and European management thinking. The programme's faculty brings cross-continental experience, and the curriculum is built around the real, pressing challenges that healthcare leaders face today.

Beyond academics, the programme provides structured peer learning within a cohort of like-minded, senior healthcare professionals, creating a lasting network of influence. The campus immersion at XLRI further deepens relationships and provides an immersive institutional experience. The dual certification from XLRI and Sorbonne is a globally recognised credential that elevates professional credibility and opens doors to international opportunities.

What does this course have to offer?

Key Highlights

  • Dual certification from XLRI Jamshedpur and IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School

  • 10-month executive programme designed for senior healthcare leaders

  • 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur (24 contact hours)

  • Cross-continental faculty insights from India and Europe

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering strategy, finance, digital transformation, ESG, and governance

  • Real-world case studies and applied learning methodology

  • Peer learning with a cohort of senior healthcare professionals

  • Direct-to-device delivery for flexible, working-professional-friendly access

  • Alumni network benefits upon programme completion

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Who is this programme for?

  • Leaders shaping healthcare growth: owners, directors, and promoters of hospitals, clinics, and allied healthcare organisations

  • C-Suite and strategic executives overseeing technology, digital strategy, finance, HR, sustainability, or risk

  • Hospital and clinical administrators managing large healthcare networks seeking strategic and operational depth

  • Policy makers and public health advisors looking to strengthen governance and systems-level leadership

  • Senior doctors and consultants aiming to broaden strategic perspective and enhance organisational leadership

  • Pharma, life sciences, and med-tech professionals seeking global healthcare leadership insights

Minimum Eligibility

  • Senior healthcare professionals with significant leadership experience

  • Owners, directors, or promoters of hospitals, clinics, or allied healthcare organisations

  • CXOs and senior executives overseeing technology, finance, HR, or sustainability

  • Experienced clinicians or consultants seeking strategic leadership development

  • Professionals from pharma, life sciences, or med-tech sectors

Not sure whether you qualify for this programme?

Who is the programme for?

The admissions process for the XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals is designed to ensure a cohort of accomplished, senior-level professionals committed to strategic leadership growth. Applications are reviewed holistically, with emphasis on professional experience, leadership roles, and organisational impact within the healthcare sector.

Prospective participants begin by selecting the programme and completing an initial registration on the TimesPro platform. Following registration, a programme advisor provides personalised guidance on eligibility, documentation requirements, and the application process. Applicants submit relevant professional documents and may be required to attend an interview to assess fit and intent.

The academic structure spans 10 months, combining online learning with a 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur. The curriculum progresses through a pre-programme foundation course followed by eleven substantive modules covering the full spectrum of global healthcare strategy and leadership.

Selection process

How to apply?

Curriculum

The curriculum of the XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals is structured across a pre-programme foundation course and eleven core modules, totalling over 120 hours of guided instruction. The programme is sequenced to build from foundational strategic frameworks to advanced leadership and transformation capabilities.\n\nThe pre-programme course (10 hours) establishes a common academic foundation, equipping participants with the conceptual tools needed to engage with subsequent advanced content. The eleven modules that follow cover the full landscape of global healthcare leadership, including strategic management, financial governance, digital transformation, ESG and sustainability, policy environments, ethical leadership, operational excellence, and organisational change. Each module combines theory with applied case studies, drawing on real-world examples from global healthcare systems.\n\nA 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur (24 hours) is integrated into the programme, providing direct engagement with faculty, peers, and the institutional environment. The programme concludes with participants earning dual certification from XLRI Jamshedpur and IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School.

There are 12 semesters in this course

The programme begins with a Pre-programme Course spanning 10 hours, designed to align participants' foundational knowledge and prepare them for the rigorous academic journey ahead. Module 1 (12 hours) and Module 2 (12 hours) introduce participants to the strategic landscape of global healthcare, covering competitive dynamics, organisational design, and the macro forces reshaping the industry. Module 3 (15 hours) is the most intensive early module, delving into financial management, governance structures, and the economic underpinnings of healthcare organisations.\n\nModules 4 through 6 (12 hours each) address digital transformation and technology strategy, ESG and sustainability in healthcare, and policy and regulatory frameworks across major global health systems. Module 7 (9 hours) focuses on ethical leadership and the governance responsibilities of senior healthcare executives. Module 8 (6 hours) provides a focused exploration of a specialised healthcare leadership topic, while Module 9 (9 hours) returns to operational excellence and change management in complex healthcare environments.\n\nModules 10 and 11 (12 hours each) bring the curriculum to a capstone level, integrating learnings across strategy, finance, people, and innovation into a coherent global leadership framework. The programme is complemented by a 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur (24 hours), providing applied learning, faculty interaction, and cohort bonding in an immersive institutional setting.

Pre-programme Course

10 Hours to complete

Module 1

12 Hours to complete

Module 2

12 Hours to complete

Module 3

15 Hours to complete

Module 4

12 Hours to complete

Module 5

12 Hours to complete

Module 6

12 Hours to complete

Module 7

9 Hours to complete

Module 8

6 Hours to complete

Module 9

9 Hours to complete

Module 10

12 Hours to complete

Module 11

12 Hours to complete

Programme Length

10 months, Delivered via online learning with a 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur.

Tuition Fee

Fee details for the XLRI Executive Development Programme in Global Strategy & Leadership for Healthcare Professionals are available upon enquiry through the TimesPro platform. Prospective participants are encouraged to contact a programme advisor for a complete breakdown of tuition costs, payment schedules, and any available instalment options. TimesPro facilitates structured payment support to help working professionals manage programme investment effectively.

Given the executive nature of the programme and its dual-institution design with XLRI Jamshedpur and IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School, the fee structure reflects the premium academic experience, dual certification, and campus immersion included. Organisations sponsoring employees may also explore corporate enrolment options through TimesPro's enterprise solutions team.

Fee Structure

Payment options

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Learning Experience

The learning experience in this programme is crafted for senior professionals who demand both intellectual rigour and practical relevance. Delivered in a direct-to-device format, the programme accommodates the demanding schedules of working healthcare leaders while maintaining the depth and engagement of a top-tier executive education experience.

Each module combines structured online sessions with real-world case studies drawn from global healthcare contexts. Cross-continental faculty from XLRI Jamshedpur and IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School bring diverse perspectives, ensuring that participants are exposed to both Indian and European approaches to strategy, governance, and leadership. The programme encourages peer learning within a cohort of accomplished healthcare professionals, fostering collaborative problem-solving and knowledge exchange.

The 5-day campus immersion at XLRI Jamshedpur represents a pivotal moment in the learning journey, offering face-to-face engagement with faculty, structured workshops, and the opportunity to build lasting professional relationships. This blend of online flexibility, global faculty expertise, cohort learning, and immersive campus experience creates a holistic and transformative educational encounter.

University Experience

XLRI Jamshedpur is one of India's oldest and most prestigious management institutions, renowned for its rigorous academic standards, ethical leadership philosophy, and distinguished alumni network. Founded in 1949, XLRI has consistently ranked among India's top business schools and is known for producing leaders across industry, government, and social enterprise.

IAE Paris – Sorbonne Business School is part of the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, one of Europe's most storied academic institutions. With a strong focus on international management and cross-cultural business education, Sorbonne Business School brings a global European perspective to this collaboration.

Together, the two institutions offer participants access to world-class faculty, global academic networks, and the credibility of dual certification that is recognised across international healthcare and business communities. Participants joining this programme become part of both the XLRI and Sorbonne alumni ecosystems, gaining access to exclusive professional networks, events, and lifelong learning opportunities.

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About the University

University

Founded in 1949, XLRI Jamshedpur is one of the oldest and most prestigious management institutes in India. Located in Jamshedpur, it was established by the Jesuit community and is known for its focus on human resource management and business administration. XLRI offers a range of management programs, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), which is highly regarded in the industry.

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NIRF Management Rank

503

Total Students

100%

Placement Rate

Affiliation & Recognition

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Association of MBAs

Association of MBAs

National Board of Accreditation

National Board of Accreditation

Career services

The Career Services at XLRI provide comprehensive support to students through a structured placement process. The institute organizes pre-placement talks, recruitment drives, and extensive industry interactions. In 2024, XLRI achieved a placement rate of 100%, with participation from numerous leading companies across various sectors including consulting, finance, and technology.

100%

Placement Rate

29.89 LPA

Average Package

75 LPA

Highest Package

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  • Course Start Date:

    5th Jul, 2026

  • Application Deadline:

    23rd May, 2026

  • Duration:

    10 Months

4,00,000

Frequently asked questions

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