Programmes
IIMA’s Executive Education Programmes represent one of the most comprehensive portfolios of management education in India, offering 200+ programmes. Our mission is to develop outstanding leaders, a commitment that is deeply embedded in our academic rigor and pedagogical approach. Our diverse range of programmes is thoughtfully designed to cater to varied professional needs while fostering both personal and professional growth.
Each programme is carefully crafted to address the specific learning requirements of executives at different stages of their careers, enabling them to upskill, evolve, and excel in their roles. Whether you are an Entrepreneur, a General Manager, or a CEO, our programmes—led by distinguished faculty—empower you to enhance your leadership and strategic capabilities, thereby contributing to your organization’s overall performance and profitability. Furthermore, engaging with a cohort of high-achieving peers provides valuable perspectives and enriches your learning experience.
IIM Ahmedabad offers two types of Executive Education Programmes:
Open Programmes are a broad portfolio of over a hundred executive education programmes offered by IIMA every year, with durations ranging from three days to Twelve months. These programmes cover a wide range of specialized management areas and are open to individual professionals from different sectors and industries. Designed with a rigorous yet interactive learning approach, Open Programmes enable participants to stay updated with global business trends and select a programme that aligns with their experience, interests, and professional requirements.
Open Enrolment Programmes are offered in:
Most short-duration on-campus programmes range from 3 to 6 days.
Yes. IIM Ahmedabad also offers select on-campus programmes with durations ranging from 10 to 28 days.
These programmes are delivered through a blended learning model that combines online sessions with mandatory on-campus modules, allowing participants flexibility while continuing their professional roles.
These programmes are ideal for:
Eligibility varies by programme. Generally, candidates should have:
Applications are reviewed to ensure a diverse and balanced participant mix, considering factors like education, experience, organization, and current job roles.
Selecting the appropriate programme involves:
Detailed information about each programme is available on the IIMA Executive Education website.
You may apply online by selecting your desired programme on the IIMA Executive Education website and clicking on the "Apply Online" button.
Participants who complete a cumulative total of 21 days across one or more Executive Education Programme(s) become eligible for IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Status.
No. Executive Education Programmes are designed for working professionals, and placement support is not provided.
Participants are advised to wear Business casual attire for the inaugural and valedictory sessions of the programme. On all other days, corporate casual attire is considered appropriate.
Yes. Participants will get full board and air-conditioned single room accommodation either on campus or with an empanelled hotel.
Participants will be provided single-occupancy accommodation along with boarding, which includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea/coffee during session breaks. The stay also includes basic amenities such as housekeeping, Wi-Fi connectivity, and access to common campus facilities.
No. Participants are not permitted to be accompanied by family members or companions during the programme.
Custom programmes are designed exclusively for your organisation, aligned to your business context, strategic priorities, leadership challenges, and participant profiles. Unlike open programmes, the content, cases, simulations, and discussions are tailored to your industry, organisation, and role-specific realities.
Yes. Programme design begins with a discussion with key stakeholders. Strategic initiatives such as digital transformation, growth, succession planning, operational excellence, ESG, or leadership transitions are embedded directly into the programme architecture.
Yes. Programmes are custom based on leadership level, experience, and role complexity. The depth of strategy, decision-making frameworks, and leadership perspectives varies accordingly.
Participants are typically high-potential managers, functional leaders, senior executives, or leadership pipeline candidates who are expected to take on larger roles or responsibilities in the near to medium term.
An ideal batch size is 30–35 participants, which enables rich peer learning, interactive discussions, and effective faculty engagement. However, batch size can be adjusted based on organisational requirements.
Yes. Organisations often run multiple cohorts over a year or across locations or run parallelly to cover larger populations while maintaining learning quality.
IIMA follows a highly interactive pedagogy including case discussions, simulations, experiential exercises, peer learning, role plays, and reflective sessions—ensuring high engagement and practical applicability.
Programmes are delivered by IIMA’s full-time faculty members, who are experts in their respective domains and have extensive experience in executive education and industry engagement.
custom programmes can range from 2–3 days to 2–3 weeks, or even modular formats spread across months, depending on learning objectives.
Yes. Programmes can be delivered in on-campus, online, off-campus or blended formats, depending on participant availability and organisational preference.
Yes, subject to mutual agreement and logistical feasibility.
Yes. Participants who meet attendance and participation requirements receive a certificate of participation from IIM Ahmedabad Executive Education.
No. These are non-degree executive education programmes focused on capability building and professional development.
Programme fees are determined based on duration, cohort size, faculty involvement, pedagogy, delivery mode, and residential requirements. A detailed commercial proposal is shared after finalising programme design.
This depends on the programme format/mode. Residential programmes may include lodging and boarding, while non-residential or online programmes have different cost structures.
Yes. IIMA has extensive experience working with PSUs, government bodies, and ministries, and programmes can be aligned with applicable norms and guidelines.
All faculty and programme teams adhere to strict confidentiality and ethical standards. Sensitive organisational information is handled with utmost care.
Depending on complexity, the process—from initial discussion to programme delivery—typically takes 6–12 weeks.