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Fostering AI-Driven Growth: IIM Indore and Emeritus Introduce New Leadership Program

Mumbai, November 27, 2024: As technology reshapes business landscapes, leaders today must not only embrace digital tools but also harness them strategically to foster innovation, enhance operational agility, and drive competitive growth. The pace of digital disruption demands that leaders develop a precise understanding of aligning technology with business goals. To address this pressing need of equipping professionals with essential skills, the Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIMI), ranked 8th by the Ministry of Education’s NIRF 2024, in collaboration with Emeritus, has commenced the Certificate Programme in Digital Transformation and AI for Leaders.

As the digital landscape shifts, the demand for skilled leadership becomes increasingly important, with 85% of organisations identifying the adoption of new and frontier technologies and broader digital access as key trends driving transformation, according to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023. This data underscores the necessity of equipping participants with expertise in digital transformation and AI, enabling them to drive innovation and strengthen their organisations’ competitive advantage.

This 22-week high-impact programme is designed for senior leaders and function heads looking to integrate digital strategies into their business models. It is also tailored for managers engaged in digital transformation projects or aspiring to lead them, as well as for consultants assisting clients in their transitions and growth. Additionally, it will also benefit entrepreneurs seeking to thrive amid shifting user preferences and new value creation opportunities.

Prof. Himanshu Rai, Director of IIM Indore, said, “Digital transformation is the key to survival and success in today’s business world. Our Certificate Programme in Digital Transformation and AI for Leaders equips professionals with the critical skills to turn challenges into opportunities. It will enable participants to master the strategies that will not only shape organisation’s future but also redefine the very essence of leadership in the digital age.”

The Certificate Programme in Digital Transformation and AI for Leaders programme, designed by renowned IIM Indore faculty, includes pre-recorded video lectures by top IIM faculty and industry experts for self-paced learning. It also includes real-world case studies for practical insights, AI and Gen AI for innovative strategies and business models, a capstone project, as well as networking and peer-to-peer learning opportunities. The modules of this programme includes introduction to digital transformation, data-based decision-making and AI, and customer driven digital transformation among others.

Programme Details:

Through this Programme, Participants will be able to:-

  • Articulate the key concepts and principles of digital transformation and AI
  • Develop and implement AI-driven strategies to optimise business processes and enhance decision-making
  • Innovate business models and strategies using AI technologies
  • Enhance customer relationships and experiences through AI-driven insights and personalisation
  • Address and manage the challenges and risks associated with digital transformation and AI implementation
  • Lead and manage digital transformation initiatives within diverse organisational contexts

Start Date: December 23, 2024

Certification: Upon successful completion of the programme with a minimum grading of 70%, participants will receive a certificate of completion from IIM Indore and an opportunity to gain the IIM Indore Executive Education Alumni status.

Eligibility: The eligibility for this programme includes Graduates (10+2+3) and Diploma holders (10+2+3) from a recognised university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State/Government/recognised international universities).

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