Build cross-functional management capabilities with IIM Calcutta's Executive Programme in General Management

Rajesh had spent over a decade building deep expertise in supply chain operations. He understood logistics networks, vendor negotiations, and cost optimisation at a level few around him could match.

When his company began preparing for a leadership transition, his name was naturally part of the conversation. But the role eventually went to someone with a broader, cross-functional background, reflecting a growing preference among organisations for leaders who can connect decision-making across functions. Rajesh’s experience mirrors a pattern increasingly visible in boardrooms.This isn't about lacking talent or work ethic. India's professionals are among the most skilled, sharp engineers, astute marketers, and meticulous finance managers. But there's a widening gap between functional excellence and managerial and leadership readiness. Nearly 62% of senior hires in India’s manufacturing sector were made externally¹, reflecting gaps in cross-functional exposure, strategic thinking and management capabilities among internal candidates.

The cruel irony? The very depth of expertise that made these professionals valuable early in their careers now limits their ceiling. As digital transformation, AI and market volatility reshape business, companies increasingly seek professionals who can think beyond functional silos.Recognising this shift, IIM Calcutta offers the Executive Programme in General Management (EPGM), in association with TalentSprint, Part of Accenture. With 30 successful batches delivered, EPGM is among India’s longest-running online general management programmes². The 12-month programme is aimed at professionals looking to move beyond functional roles into broader managerial positions.

A curriculum designed for real-world business impactDelivered through a flexible live-online format with 6 days of campus immersion at IIM Calcutta, the programme covers core management disciplines; finance, marketing, operations, strategy, and human resources, alongside emerging areas such as AI and data analytics, equipping participants for cross-functional leadership.The core segment covers human resource management, digital business models, organisational behaviour, managerial economics, marketing, operations, finance and strategic management.

The programme also addresses emerging areas shaping management roles, including big data analytics, fintech and blockchain, AI and LLM, behavioural economics, business experimentation, and operations analytics.A high-impact learning formatThe programme goes beyond traditional classroom instruction through hands-on capstone projects that simulate real-world business challenges, enabling participants to apply strategic frameworks to cross-functional scenarios.Participants also spend six days on the IIM Calcutta campus, immersing themselves in the academic environment of one of the most globally accredited business schools. Upon completion, participants receive the prestigious IIM Calcutta certification, reflecting advanced management training and strategic capability, alongside a peer network that supports continued career progression.Hear from those who’ve experienced itThe programme’s impact is reflected in the roles participants take on and the responsibilities they assume.

Shalini Supriya, an alumnus of the programme, now the Vice President, Citi Bank, reflects, “I always wanted a management experience, but at the same time I also did not want to leave my job and get into a full-time MBA programme. IIM Calcutta is such a reputed organisation. The modules covered and the effort that the professors and programme directors have put in has been really good. It does take a lot of effort, but if you are seeking that learning, I think you have to do it.

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The IIM Calcutta edgePursuing this programme from one of India’s premier B-schools, IIM Calcutta, is an opportunity of unparalleled prestige. It has been accredited by EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB. As a proud member of CEMS, IIM Calcutta brings world-class academic rigour and global recognition to this programme, making it a benchmark in executive education. For professionals, this is an entry point into one of India's most respected professional networks.Who should consider this programmeThis programme is designed for professionals from banking, financial services, consulting, technology, manufacturing, and other industries looking to build cross-functional management capabilities. It is ideal for professionals who are ready to move beyond functional expertise and take on broader business responsibilities.Those looking to strengthen cross-functional understanding and formalise their management capabilities while continuing to work.Organisations nominate their teams to strengthen managerial capabilities and align skills with evolving business priorities.Eligibility:

Key Programme Highlights

Build the skills required to excel as a holistic managerAs career paths evolve, investing in holistic management education is becoming a critical step for professionals looking to strengthen managerial capability. The Executive Programme in General Management from IIM Calcutta offers a structured, flexible pathway to build that capability without putting career momentum on hold. In an era where the ability to connect dots across strategy, operations, and technology defines leadership success, this programme prepares professionals with the mindset, frameworks, and network needed to lead with impact. To know more about how this programme adds value to your career, click here.References:

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