The programme is intended to equip senior professionals with advanced managerial capabilities required to lead organisations in an era shaped by business transformation, disruption, digital change, complexity, and evolving market dynamics.

Professionals interested in accelerating leadership growth and expanding their strategic influence can now apply for this prestigious executive programme.

IIM Calcutta Senior Management Programme 2026: Programme Overview

The Senior Management Programme is a 12-month executive learning experience developed for professionals seeking structured leadership development without stepping away from their careers.

Programme Highlights

Particulars	Details
Programme	Senior Management Programme (SMP)
Institution	IIM Calcutta
Batch	27th Batch
Duration	12 Months
Learning Mode	Interactive Learning Platform (Direct-to-Device)
Programme Start Date	October 11, 2026
Class Schedule	Sundays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Campus Immersions	Two sessions (5 days each) at IIM Calcutta

The course combines digital delivery with campus-based academic engagement to create a flexible yet immersive executive learning environment.

Who Can Apply for IIM Calcutta Senior Management Programme?

The programme has been designed specifically for experienced professionals seeking broader leadership responsibilities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfil the following requirements:

• Graduation from a recognised university

• Minimum 50% marks in Graduation

• Minimum 10 years of professional work experience

The programme is ideal for individuals aiming to strengthen strategic thinking and organisational leadership capabilities.

Designed for Emerging and Established Leaders

The curriculum is particularly suitable for professionals aspiring to or currently working in roles such as:

• Senior Managers

• General Managers

• Directors

• Vice Presidents

• CXOs

• Business Unit Heads

• Team Leaders

• Project Managers

• Entrepreneurs

Participants will gain exposure to frameworks and tools that support leadership across dynamic and complex business environments.

Blended Learning with Campus Immersion

One of the major highlights of the programme is the inclusion of two intensive five-day campus immersion sessions at IIM Calcutta.

These immersive experiences will provide participants opportunities to:

• Interact directly with IIM Calcutta faculty

• Explore emerging leadership practices

• Engage in classroom discussions and peer learning

• Analyse contemporary management and business challenges

• Build professional networks with fellow executives

The primary programme delivery will continue through an Interactive Direct-to-Device learning platform, enabling flexibility for working professionals.

Programme Focus Areas

Participants enrolled in the Senior Management Programme will strengthen capabilities across:

• Strategic Management

• Finance and Business Decision-Making

• Market Understanding

• Governance and Leadership

• Digital Transformation

• Organisational Change

• Enterprise Growth Strategy

• Analytical Decision Frameworks

The programme aims to help leaders transition from functional expertise to enterprise-wide strategic leadership.

IIM Calcutta Faculty on Leadership Development

Speaking on the programme announcement:

Prof. Vivek Rajvanshi, Professor, Finance and Control, IIM Calcutta, and Prof. Saptarshi Purkayastha, Professor, Strategic Management, IIM Calcutta, highlighted the changing expectations from modern leadership.

According to them, today’s senior leaders must be capable of identifying change early, making informed decisions, and guiding organisations with clarity and confidence.

They emphasised that the Senior Management Programme creates a rigorous learning environment that integrates strategy, markets, governance, finance, and digital transformation, helping experienced professionals evolve into stronger enterprise leaders.

Why This Programme Matters

As organisations continue adapting to technological disruption and competitive pressures, executive education programmes are becoming increasingly important for leadership advancement.

IIM Calcutta’s Senior Management Programme offers professionals an opportunity to:

✔ Upgrade leadership capabilities
✔ Build enterprise-level thinking
✔ Strengthen analytical skills
✔ Expand strategic decision-making ability
✔ Prepare for larger organisational responsibilities

Applications are now open for professionals seeking to take the next step in their leadership journey.