IIM Bangalore - Executive Education

Executive Presence for Impactful Leadership [Batch-4]

IIM Bangalore - Executive Education

Leadership
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Last date to apply: November 15, 2026 · Program starts on November 25, 2026

About Programme

The rapidly evolving geo-political landscape demands executive presence at the workplace, with a resolve to show commitment, clarity, and conciseness in communicating matters of importance.

In an increasingly complex world, communicating to employees within the organization and to stakeholders externally calls for a versatile and dynamic communication approach.

A change can rock the ship when the ocean is turbulent or when there is a lull before the storm-irrespective of the conditions, the captain must steer his/her ship forward. For this to happen in an eco-system of constant uncertainty – consistency and a culture of impactful leadership must be seen, heard and experienced across the organisation.

This programme will demonstrate how historically, organizations’ have navigated these shifts, and how you can prepare to build your presence through shared values and goals within the organization – thereby exhibiting Executive Presence.

Programme Objective

The course is designed with the following specific objectives and learning outcomes:

To navigate the complex communication landscape to determine the right tool to exhibit executive presence.
To manage criticism and feedback yet position yourself as a decisive leader.
To evaluate best practices, influx of technology and cope with the uncertainty of being misinterpreted by various stakeholders.

Pedagogy

Through a combination of lectures, role-plays, round table discussion and case studies.

Programme Audience

Senior leaders, entrepreneurs, political leaders, health experts, climate leaders, legal professionals, social sector executives, consultants, thought leaders, speakers, writers, content creators.

Programme Benefits

As a participant of this Short Duration Programme, you will be able to enjoy some exclusive benefits other than the outcomes such as skills and knowledge enhancement and building specific competencies that can help shape your career growth.

Some of the exclusive benefits of attending this programme are listed below –

Receive Executive Education eNewsletters
Participate in EEP webinars on various topics
Invitation to curated events and programmes by the EEP office
Invitation to share articles to the EEP blog (subject to a shortlisting process)

Testimonials

"Thank you, Prof. Deepti, for conducting the program. I got a very different perspective on Executive Presence and would slowly try to think about the aspects and implement them in my leadership style going forward. The case studies gave different perspectives to look into a problem. Overall, it was a wonderful three-days which I spent here."

Anonymous

"The 3-day Executive Program held on campus was an enriching and highly engaging experience. The sessions were well-structured, combining strategic insights with real-world applications that resonated deeply with our group. The faculty brought immense clarity to complex topics, and the interactive format encouraged active participation, peer learning, and thoughtful reflection.One of the standout aspects was the collaborative environment that fostered open dialogue and cross-functional learning among participants. The case studies, group discussions, and hands-on exercises helped connect theory with practice in a meaningful way.While the program has undoubtedly provided a strong foundation, it also highlighted the importance of regular follow-up and structured interventions. To sustain momentum and drive long-term impact, periodic touchpoints or refresher sessions with the group would be valuable. These interventions would help reinforce key concepts, address evolving challenges, and maintain the network and collaborative spirit that was built during the program.Overall, it was a highly positive experience that delivered both immediate value and a clear roadmap for continued development."

Anonymous

"Attending the course on Executive Presence for Impactful Leadership has been a truly transformative journey. Under the exceptional guidance of Prof. Deepti Ganapathy, whose insights into executive presence were both powerful and practical, I was able to reflect deeply on my own leadership persona.Adding further depth to the experience were Prof. Saurav Mukherjees enlightening lectures on Organizational Behaviour, which offered a fresh lens to view people and leadership dynamics. His dissection of case studies was nothing short of brilliantbringing theory to life in the most engaging manner.A special mention must go to Prof. Chetan Subramanian, the star of economic thinking, who demystified finance and made complex economic principles feel simple and accessible. His teaching style is nothing less than magical.Beyond the classroom, the atmosphere of the institute itself is a teacherit instills discipline, inspires reflection, and offers countless unspoken life lessons. The entire experience was a complete and holistic immersion in leadership, learning, and personal growth."

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