Mumbai, December 12, 2024: The rapid integration of AI into various industries has disrupted the way business is being done across the global landscape. While AI, ML, GenAI and other next-generation technologies revolutionise several sectors, it also makes glaringly apparent the critical need for a skilled AI-proficient workforce. Furthermore, it highlights the pivotal role of pioneering leaders to steer high-performing AI-powered teams towards organisational success. To bridge the current gap in strategic corporate leadership that can catalyse groundbreaking AI-integrated solutions for real-world impact IIM Kozhikode – #3 ranked among Indian management colleges (NIRF 2024) announces the launch of its 30-week AI for Senior Executives Programme in India, in collaboration with Emeritus with an additional power-packed course from Kellogg Executive Education.
According to The 2024 AI Adoption Index 2.0 by IT industry apex body Nasscom that assessed enterprise AI execution ability, covering over 500 companies across seven sectors representing 75% of India’s GDP, there is a “2X rise in the number of companies in the Expert stage of AI adoption indicating significant progress.” The report also highlighted that “strong national-scale support pillars have emerged in promoting AI adoption – India AI mission, supportive policy framework, AI and GenAI-ready tech services, AI-focused startup ecosystem, and the 2nd largest installed AI talent base.” Another Deloitte-Nasscom report projected that India’s AI talent demand will “grow from 600,000–650,000 to more than 1,250,000 during 2022–27” while an EY 2024 poll on the flip side found that “50% of business leaders anticipate a combination of both layoffs and hiring over the next six months as a direct result of AI adoption.” The same poll also underscored that “even with hiring plans in place, three out of five technology leaders (61%) say that emerging technology has made it more challenging for their company to source top technology talent.” In this environment mastering AI implementation and AI-focused leadership capabilities is key to delivering value to business both in India and on the world stage. Understanding how to devise and deploy robust AI strategies across diverse industries and management functions is therefore crucial to meet the market demand for AI-fueled innovation.
This in-depth and hands-on programme is meticulously designed for a wide range of domain leaders, including senior technical product managers, chief digital officers, directors/VPs of digital transformation, technology/principal/domain consultants, founders of AI startups, and functional heads such as heads of product/marketing/strategy. It equips them with a profound understanding of AI’s transformative potential and insights to align their efforts to organisational AI goals. It also enables them to harness the power of emerging cutting-edge technologies, with access to implementable frameworks to execute innovative AI-powered solutions. Through this programme, participants will hone their leadership capabilities while devising a roadmap for implementing AI in their domains effectively. Additionally, participants will analyse strategic AI applications and delve into AI impact assessment, solutions architecture, outcome measurement as well as scalability of AI-driven business solutions.
Speaking on this launch, Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director, IIM Kozhikode, commented, “Leadership today demands more than knowledge—it requires actionable expertise. The AI for Senior Executives Programme by IIM Kozhikode and Kellogg Executive Education empowers leaders to turn AI ambitions into reality, with a sharp focus on practical implementation. By mastering AI integration across business functions, participants will drive measurable outcomes, lead high-impact transformations, and position their organisations at the forefront of AI-driven innovation.”
Speaking on the launch of the Programme, Avnish Singhal, Executive Vice President, Head India & APAC, Emeritus, said, “Artificial Intelligence is no longer a choice but a cornerstone of leadership in the modern business world. The AI for Senior Executives programme, developed with IIM Kozhikode with a power-packed course from Kellogg Executive Education, empowers leaders to break free from theory and build actionable AI strategies that create tangible results. This programme is designed for forward-thinking executives ready to lead their organisations through AI-driven transformation—turning technology into a competitive advantage and innovation into a sustained business outcome.”
The IIM Kozhikode’s AI for Senior Executives programme is one such forward-thinking top-tier programme between industry and academia to present professionals with an expansive and world-class curriculum that includes actionable AI insights, industry specific case studies and pre-recorded content by globally renowned faculty, and development of a capstone project for a truly comprehensive learning experience. The modules of this programme include AI technologies and ML technologies, transforming your business with AI: strategy and capabilities, implementing AI strategies, AI for competitive advantage and strategic leadership in the AI era among others. Upon successful completion of the programme with a minimum grading of 70% in the evaluation, learners will earn a certificate of successful completion from IIM K.
The programme starts on 14 March 2025 and has a fee of INR 4,00,000 + GST. The programme is offered through Emeritus, a global pioneer in offering accessible and affordable high-quality education to individuals and organisations. Visit the programme page for more details.
Interested applicants should apply by 19 December 2024.
