IIM Kozhikode launches 12-month Chief Operations Officer Programme

The COO Programme at IIM Kozhikode is tailored to meet these challenges by focusing on emerging areas such as AI, digital supply chains, agile methodologies, and risk resilience. It is designed for experienced professionals aiming to enhance their leadership capabilities and expand their knowledge of the latest technologies and management practices.

In response to the increasing complexity of global business environments, the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK), ranked 3rd by the Ministry of Education’s NIRF 2024, has partnered with Emeritus to launch an advanced Chief Operations Officer (COO) Programme. The 12-month, high-impact programme is designed to empower Chief Operations Officers and operational leaders with the skills necessary to drive organisational efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth. This course also includes two prestigious online certificate courses from Kellogg Executive Education, ensuring participants gain a global perspective on strategic leadership and operational excellence.

Meeting the Demands of a Changing Business Landscape

The role of the COO has evolved beyond managing day-to-day operations to a more strategic and transformational leadership position. Today’s COOs are expected to possess a blend of technological expertise, leadership skills, and agility to navigate volatile markets and drive operational resilience. According to PwC’s 2024 COO Pulse Survey, 86% of COOs are investing in new technologies to enhance operational efficiency, and 69% expect ongoing economic volatility. These insights highlight the increasing importance of COOs in shaping the strategic direction of organizations, which this programme seeks to address.

The COO Programme at IIM Kozhikode is tailored to meet these challenges by focusing on emerging areas such as AI, digital supply chains, agile methodologies, and risk resilience. It is designed for experienced professionals aiming to enhance their leadership capabilities and expand their knowledge of the latest technologies and management practices.

Key Programme Highlights:

- Curriculum Structure: The programme blends live online lectures from IIM Kozhikode faculty with asynchronous online courses from Kellogg Executive Education. Participants will also attend a three-day immersive campus experience at IIM Kozhikode, engage in a capstone project, and gain hands-on learning through business simulations. Topics covered include operational transformation, AI for growth, strategic supply chain management, design thinking, and leadership in a digital world.

- Global Exposure: Participants will benefit from two online certificate courses by Kellogg Executive Education — AI Applications for Growth and Leading Growth Strategy. These courses offer a global perspective and provide practical, real-world learning on leading growth and applying AI in business.

- Capstone Project & Business Simulations: The programme offers hands-on learning through business simulations and a real-world capstone project, where participants apply their knowledge to tackle real-world challenges in global supply chain management and operational leadership.

Transformative Leadership for the Future

Professor Debashis Chatterjee, Director of IIM Kozhikode, emphasized the evolving role of the COO, saying, "In today’s business environment, the COO’s role has shifted from merely driving operational efficiency to being a critical enabler of strategic growth. IIMK’s COO Programme is designed to equip operations leaders with the skills they need to navigate the complexities of tomorrow’s business landscape with confidence, agility, and a future-ready mindset."

Programme Benefits

- Leadership Transformation: Equip COOs with the ability to lead transformation initiatives, align operations with strategic goals, and leverage AI and technology for sustainable growth.

- Strategic Advantage: Master operational leadership, crisis management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive business success.

- Global Network: Gain access to a global peer network, learn from industry leaders, and interact with Kellogg’s world-class faculty.

- Hands-on Experience: Apply theoretical concepts in a practical environment through business simulations and a capstone project.

IIM Kozhikode Admission 2024 Programme Details

- Start Date: December 29, 2024

- Duration: 12 months

- Fee: INR 6,50,000 + GST

- Certification: Participants will receive a completion certificate from IIM Kozhikode, along with two digital certificates from Kellogg Executive Education.

This collaboration between IIM Kozhikode and Emeritus offers an unparalleled opportunity for senior leaders and aspiring COOs to enhance their skills, deepen their strategic capabilities, and become leaders who can drive meaningful change in their organizations. For more information on the programme and to apply, please visit the official IIM Kozhikode website.

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