Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Executive Leadership Programme for Women (ELPW) - formerly known as TLPWE

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Leadership And General Management Programmes

About Programme

This 12-month long programme will prepare participants for their journey to leadership roles by addressing: ‘How can women embark on their leadership journey?’ With 40 intensive online/face-to-face sessions featuring a mix of interactive lectures, case studies and workshops, it intends to prepare women executives for the transformation from various roles in organizations into leadership, by equipping them along two industry-focused dimensions. The first dimension is cutting-edge managerial skills across domains of Strategy, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence, Marketing, Finance, Organizational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Policy, Ethics and Sustainability. The second dimension is development as an organizational leader through self-discovery, emotional resilience, entrepreneurial mindset, understanding organizational dynamics, managing diversity and inclusion, and personal management. Further, interactive sessions with women leaders, along with capstone projects, will equip participants for meaningful transformations in the industry.

Programme Content

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Module 1: Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making
  • Competition & Strategy
  • Strategic Thinking and Leadership
  • Corporate Governance
  • Design Thinking and Innovation
Competition & Strategy
Strategic Thinking and Leadership
Corporate Governance
Design Thinking and Innovation
Module 2: Leading With Digital and AI
  • Statistics for Business & AI
  • Digital Transformation
  • Introduction to AI and Analytics
  • Data Visualization
  • Introduction to ML in Business
  • Business Applications for GenAI and Agentic AI
  • Digital Platforms Dynamics
Statistics for Business & AI
Digital Transformation
Introduction to AI and Analytics
Data Visualization
Introduction to ML in Business
Business Applications for GenAI and Agentic AI
Digital Platforms Dynamics
Module 3: Building Business Acumen & Cross-Functional Excellence
  • Marketing Management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Financial Management and Fintech
  • Operational Analytics
  • Operations and Supply Chain
  • Change Management
Marketing Management
Digital Marketing
Financial Management and Fintech
Operational Analytics
Operations and Supply Chain
Change Management
Module 4: Understanding Organizational Governance
  • Ethics and Governance
  • Sustainability
  • Workplace Laws and Policies
  • Human Resource Management
Ethics and Governance
Sustainability
Workplace Laws and Policies
Human Resource Management
Module 5: Developing Leadership Mindset
  • Leader Development
  • Understanding & Managing Self
  • Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
  • Leadership: Identity, Values and Purpose
  • Developing an Intrapreneurial and Entrepreneurial Mindset
Leader Development
Understanding & Managing Self
Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
Leadership: Identity, Values and Purpose
Developing an Intrapreneurial and Entrepreneurial Mindset
Module 6: Developing Executive Voice
  • Effective Communication and Body Language
  • Executive Communication and Storytelling
Effective Communication and Body Language
Executive Communication and Storytelling
Module 7: Developing Organizational Stewardship
  • Managing Teams
  • Negotiation and Conflict Management
  • Understanding Power and Politics in Organizations
  • Managing Diversity & Inclusion in Organizations
  • Inclusive Leadership & Organizations
Managing Teams
Negotiation and Conflict Management
Understanding Power and Politics in Organizations
Managing Diversity & Inclusion in Organizations
Inclusive Leadership & Organizations
Module 8: Developing the Career Roadmap
  • Crafting Your Career Through Building Image, Networking, Mentoring and More
  • Managing Personal Finance
  • Fundamentals of Personal Branding & Executive Presence
Crafting Your Career Through Building Image, Networking, Mentoring and More
Managing Personal Finance
Fundamentals of Personal Branding & Executive Presence
Interaction Sessions with Women Leaders
Capstone Project

Alumni Benefits

LDP participants who complete the programme successfully become the Alumni of IIMC Executive Education, which currently has over 35,000 members.
LDP Alumni are given an email-id in the IIM Calcutta domain.
LDP Alumni can register in the IIM Calcutta Alumni portal either with this email-id or with their personal email-ids. The IIM Calcutta Alumni portal is a common platform for Alumni of all programmes of the Institute to interact with each other and stay connected with the Institute.
The Institute shares newsletters, important news and articles about the Institute and its activities, the achievements of the Institute's faculty, staff, students and alumni, upcoming events and programmes etc., on the portal.
Alumni can post their achievements, write about jobs or LIVE project opportunities for other alumni to see.
The IIM Calcutta alumni network can also be accessed on mobile phones through the mobile app.
Executive Education Alumni are entitled to a discount of 5% on the programme fee if they opt to do another LDP.
By using the different features of the IIM Calcutta portal, alumni across programmes can engage with each other in many meaningful ways. It is up to the alumni themselves to leverage the platform

Pedagogy

Pedagogy

The pedagogy will be highly interactive. It will leverage use of technology and will consist of, depending on the subject, a judicious blend of lectures, real life case studies, quizzes, and assignments.

The pedagogy will be highly interactive. It will leverage use of technology and will consist of, depending on the subject, a judicious blend of lectures, real life case studies, quizzes, and assignments.

Programme Audience

Working women professionals with at least 5 years of managerial experience in top companies
Participants demonstrating significant career achievements/ leadership responsibilities.
Women engaged in family business /entrepreneurial activities.
Graduates (10+2+3 or equivalent) in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate and 50% or more in post-graduation are also eligible.

Testimonials

"This leadership course has supported me through a challenging period of my life, helping me strengthen my critical thinking skills, boosting my self-confidence and improving my abilities to negotiate. This course seemingly may skim over a rich mine of information and possibilities in an area that is ours to explore at a deeper level even after the course is complete. The professors help us see life, work and more in a different light than we are used to giving us a better scope of who we are and who we can be. The TimesPro team is very supportive and helped a very digitally challenged me navigate smoothly through the course. The course has inspired me to update myself in areas I never thought necessary, and prepped me to start my own business in the near future after my many years in the public sector. I would strongly encourage other women who feel plateaued in their jobs to take the weekends to do this course, which is worth it's steep pricing."

Oindrilla Hazra Pratapan

Associate Professor, Cinematography, Satyajit Ray Film and TV Institute, Kolkata

"I found the course to be an incredibly valuable experience. It offered a well-balanced mix of theory, practical tools, and real-world case studies that made the learning both engaging and applicable. One of the key strengths of the course was its focus on self-awareness and emotional intelligence as the foundation of effective leadership. Through reflective exercises and peer feedback, I gained deeper insight into my leadership style, strengths, and areas for improvement. The modules on communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics were particularly impactful. The instructor was knowledgeable and brought a wealth of experience to the sessions, which added depth to the discussions. I also appreciated the interactive elements group projects, role-plays, and discussions that helped build a strong learning community."

Bhaswati Chatterjee

Batch: 08

"The Women's Executive Leadership Program has been transformative. It provided invaluable insights, empowering skills, and a supportive network. The curriculum addresses the unique challenges women face in leadership roles, and the diverse perspectives of the instructors and participants enriched my learning experience. From the first session, I felt a sense of belonging and encouragement. The program's focus on confidence, strategic thinking, and effective communication has enhanced my leadership capabilities. I am grateful for the opportunities this program has provided. It has broadened my professional horizon and instilled a renewed sense of purpose. I highly recommend the Women's Executive Leadership Program to any woman aspiring to elevate her career and make a difference in her field. This experience is empowering, and I am honoured to be part of such an inspiring community. Special mention to the exceptional faculty members, especially the PD's who are truly inspirational."

Nithya

AVP, Equifax

"This course has been a much-needed refresher to reconnect with foundational concepts while bringing me up to speed with evolving leadership paradigms. The immersive case studies and thought-provoking discussions have truly been mind-openers. It was even more impactful due to the unique experience of learning in an all-women cohort. The camaraderie and support among peers created an environment of growth and mutual empowerment. I must especially mention Prof. Biswatosh Saha, whose sessions were nothing short of enlightening. His approach to critical reasoning and strategic thinking has had a profound effect on the way I now analyse business scenarios. His classes made me question, unlearn, and relearn and I will carry those lessons with me. Prof. Nimruji's sessions, too, were deeply insightful both intellectually stimulating and inspiring. For women aspiring to grow into more empowered, strategic leaders, this course is an invaluable investment in your development."

Shivani Jaiswal

Batch: 08

"I am glad to be a part of this TLPWE. It has given me an unmissable experience and learning. Campus immersion has been an impactful experience to ally with powerful women in different forte. I expected the course to be useful only for corporates but many aspects like negotiations, strategic leadership etc., is useful for entrepreneurs as well."

Shruti. S

Delivery Manager, Accenture

"As an ambition-driven, working professional in the corporate world, I've always been aware of the unspoken barriers and mind-set challenges that often surround women in management, leadership, and society in general. But it wasn't until I joined the Transitioning into Leadership Programme for Women Executives (TLPWE) at IIM Calcutta that I truly found the space and the courage to voice these concerns and experiences. The programme didn't just equip me with tools for strategic thinking or operational and leadership frameworks; it gave me the confidence to acknowledge and own my journey. It is designed to provide you with a strong foundation, to challenge and untangle the knots we perceive as normal for women. The powerful discussions, peer learning, and deeply reflective sessions helped me confront limiting beliefs I hadn't even realised I was carrying. I've found a renewed sense of self-belief thanks to TLPWE and the community I've found here."

Niharika Bedi

Batch: 08

"On this Geopolitical landscape where we have Google's self-driving car technology. And Drive-thru is booming. This course has helped me rethink operations, implementations and norms IIM is instrumental in the design of the network. Helps us keep up with technologies and trends."

Richa Khandelwal

Co Founder, The Solitaire Group

"An excellent program for women executives. It enabled me to become aware of my surroundings, take informed decisions, tackle conflicts diplomatically and open arenas to explore that would align with my current skills and my expected future growth. The HBS case studies, group activities and in campus meet helped us meet people from different backgrounds and also understand a 360-degree approach of any organisation. I would highly recommend it for entrepreneurs and budding women managers who would like to explore more. At the end you would definitely leave with an enriching experience."

Saema Miftah

Batch: 08

"My name is Yashodhara and I currently work for HDFC Mutual Fund. I was looking for a strategic leadership program offered by the top 3 IIMs. When Times group approached me for enrolling in TLPWE-05 program, I was drawn by the uniqueness that it was specific to women. Besides learning from such erudite professors like Prof Nimruji, also got a deep insight into strategic leadership that would greatly help women executives in post colonian corporate world. The programme offers this differentiation in a deep yet subtle way that helps create women leaders of tomorrow."

Yashodhara Ray

Founder, Sri Gayathri Industries

"Debarati Bhattacharyya, CA, Working as Programme Manager in IT MNC handling programme delivery management for Oracle Application Projects. Triggering Point to join the program - At the time I had enrolled for the program I was experiencing some stagnation in my career. I had heard about this program from some of my friends and family who had got a good break after joining this. 3 things that truly made a difference - it changed the way I think, challenged the stereotypes which I was not even aware. It helped in questioning status quo and original thinking which is very essential for any leader. The professors are too good. The sessions are very interactive and interesting although delivered remotely. The campus immersion is something no one should miss. After having just completed the program, I have started implementing the learning, Last but not the least, the brand definitely stands out. I have seen the shift in the attitude and interactions at my workplace, the moment I branded myself with the certificate."

Debarati Bhattacharya

Batch: 08

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