The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) and Emeritus have partnered to launch its Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management. The programme is intended to equip mid and senior-level professionals with the advanced capabilities necessary to drive high-impact projects, align them to organizational objectives, and achieve quantifiable business benefits in a rapidly changing project environment.
Programme Overview
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The nine-month intensive course aims at working professionals looking to shift roles from project implementation to strategic leadership positions.
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The course recognizes the growing worldwide need for project management skills, with close to 88 million project management-aligned roles anticipated by 2027.
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Students will acquire strategic, tactical, and behavioral skills to handle intricate projects and portfolios efficiently.
Key Features & Structure
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Blended Learning Approach
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More than 120 hours of live online classes conducted by IIM Calcutta's world-class faculty.
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Two week-long in-campus immersion modules at IIM Calcutta for experiential, real-world learning.
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Peer-to-peer learning, business simulations, and practical recommendations from industry experts.
Robust Curriculum
Addresses macro issues, tactical and operational problems, and behavioral processes of project management.
Modules are:
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Project Portfolio Management
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Project Financing and Valuation
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Project Planning, Scheduling, and Risk Management
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Project Monitoring, Problem Solving, and Closure
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Agile and Critical Chain Project Management
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Leadership and Communication Techniques
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Capstone Project
Participants apply their skills to an actual strategic initiative, reinforcing practical application and executive decision-making.
Who Should Register?
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Mid and senior-level executives with a minimum of nine years of project or program management experience.
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Professionals looking to transition from project execution to managing project portfolios and driving business growth.
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Individuals looking to advance their leadership, communication, and financial skills in project management.
Industry Relevance
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India alone is expected to experience a 33% increase in project management roles by 2027, with a major talent deficit at the strategic leadership level.
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The programme is designed to address the critical need for project managers who can close the gap between delivery and strategic alignment, making projects deliver long-term organizational success.
Benefits and Credentials
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Certificate and Executive Education Alumni Status from IIM Calcutta upon successful completion.
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Improved capacity to drive high-performing teams, manage risk, and make sound financial decisions for project success.
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Access to the alumni network and career progression opportunities of IIM Calcutta.
Sources: Passionate in Marketing, Digital Learning (Elets Online), The Indian Express, Emeritus, Shiksha, IIM Calcutta Official Website