Enhance your C-suite capabilities as a future-ready CEO with this transformative programme

In today’s fast-changing business world, driven by rapid technological progress and evolving markets, the role of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has expanded significantly. Today's CEOs are not only strategic leaders but also digital innovators, cultural influencers, and drivers of change

How are digital transformation, AI, and new skill sets reshaping the CEO’s role?

Digital transformation has transcended from a buzzword to a business imperative. A global survey by Workday1 revealed that CEOs are the most ambitious members of the C-suite regarding digital revenue targets, with 21% expecting digital revenue to constitute 75% to 100% of their total revenue within three years. This underscores the pressing need for CEOs to proactively lead digital initiatives.

On the other hand, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of technological innovation, offering unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and growth. According to a Gartner survey2, 34% of CEOs identified AI as the top theme for business transformation post-digitalisation. Yet, the integration of AI into business processes necessitates a nuanced understanding of its capabilities and limitations. CEOs must balance the promise of AI with ethical considerations and potential disruptions to existing workflows.

IIM Kozhikode: Empowering visionary leadership

In response to this growing need for a new breed of CEOs, IIM Kozhikode has come up with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Programme – a unique leadership programme, designed not just to prepare professionals for the top job, but to rewire their thinking for long-term impact. Structured as a 12-month advanced executive programme, this offering by IIM Kozhikode is tailored for professionals with 10+ years of experience looking to evolve into strategic, tech-savvy, and globally aware CEOs.

This is more than just another leadership programme. It’s a dual-certification journey that combines India’s premier business thinking with world-class global insights, including online certificate courses from Kellogg on AI and business strategies for growth.

Programme learning experience

• Live online sessions with IIMK faculty, curated for real-world application
• Global online certificate courses from Kellogg Executive Education in two key areas:
  • AI Strategies for Business Transformation
  • Business Strategies for Growth: Fewer, Bigger, Bolder
• 5-day immersive campus experience at IIM Kozhikode
• Capstone project to solve CXO-level problems with mentorship
• IIMK Executive Alumni Status and access to peer CXO community

Key programme details

• Programme start date: September 30, 2025
• Programme Fee: ₹7,02,000 + GST (Flexible Payment Options Available)
• Eligibility: Any graduate/diploma holder with 10+ years of work experience

In a nutshell

Leadership roles are evolving faster than ever before. Whether you're leading a startup or a global enterprise, the path to sustainable, impactful leadership requires more than instinct; it demands structure, exposure, and strategic insight.

The IIM Kozhikode Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Programme is your opportunity to access all three and more. Click here to learn more about the programme.

By participating in such programs, CEOs and senior executives can refine their leadership approach, ensuring they are well-equipped to drive transformation and sustain competitive advantage in an ever-evolving business landscape.

Reference/s:

1. https://blog.workday.com/en-us/global-study-ceos-most-ambitious-about-digital-transformation.html
2. https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2024-05-22-gartner-ceo-survey-finds-growth-is-the-top-business-priority-for-2024--reaching-highest-level-in-10-years

Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Emeritus by Times Internet’s Spotlight team