Overview
IIM Lucknow, in collaboration with Emeritus, issued a press release on 4 August 2026 announcing the launch of its Senior Leadership Programme designed for senior executives operating in an AI‑driven business environment.
Programme Objectives
The programme is positioned as a response to the “leadership challenge” posed by rapid AI adoption, asserting that success depends more on executive capability than on technology alone. It aims to develop AI fluency—not by teaching algorithm coding, but by enabling leaders to assess strategic implications, evaluate AI investments, interpret data‑driven insights, manage risks, and communicate a transformation vision.
Curriculum Highlights
Key competencies covered include strategic leadership, financial decision‑making, organisational transformation, innovation management, responsible AI governance, and change management for hybrid and continuously reskilling teams. Participants will also engage with peers from diverse industries to exchange practical approaches to digital transformation and innovation.
Market Context
The release emphasizes that while AI can automate processes, it cannot define strategy, inspire people, or build resilient organisations. Consequently, leadership is framed as the primary competitive differentiator in the emerging AI economy.
Additional Information
The press release notes that the programme will be delivered through a blend of academic instruction and collaborative learning, leveraging IIM Lucknow’s expertise in management education and Emeritus’s digital platform. No specific dates, fees, or enrollment numbers are disclosed.
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