Programme Announcement
IIM Lucknow has introduced a new executive education offering titled Strategic Operations and Supply Chain Analytics with AI, structured as a ten‑month programme designed for working professionals seeking to integrate operational expertise with artificial‑intelligence capabilities.
Market Context and AI‑Related Benefits
According to PwC’s 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer, professionals possessing AI skills command an average 56 % wage premium over peers in comparable roles. Moreover, industries that have embraced AI report three‑times higher growth in revenue per employee relative to sectors with lower AI exposure, while the skill requirements for AI‑exposed jobs are evolving 66 % faster, underscoring a rapid shift in employer expectations.
Curriculum and Learning Approach
The curriculum positions AI not as a standalone technology but as a practical management capability. Core topics include analytics, predictive modelling, Agentic AI, digital twins, and broader digital transformation of supply chains. Participants also study analytical tools, techniques, and sector‑specific considerations for retail and e‑commerce operations. Emphasis is placed on application over theory, with industry case studies woven throughout the learning journey and a faculty‑guided capstone project that requires participants to apply concepts to a real business problem.
Delivery Mode and Participant Experience
The programme is delivered through live online sessions spread over ten months, allowing participants to continue leading teams while immediately applying classroom insights within their organisations. An immersion component supplements the virtual format, providing opportunities for deeper faculty interaction and peer networking. The cohort is deliberately diverse, drawing professionals from manufacturing, logistics, retail, e‑commerce and consulting sectors, thereby fostering discussions that reflect the complexity of modern supply chains.
Strategic Implications for Operations Leaders
The release highlights that operational excellence is increasingly defined by the ability to combine traditional expertise with AI‑driven decision‑making. As global disruptions accentuate the need for agile, predictive, and technology‑enabled supply networks, operations managers are expected to interpret data, evaluate AI recommendations, lead digital initiatives and make faster, more informed decisions. The programme aims to equip leaders with the skills to meet these evolving expectations.