IIM Calcutta & Emeritus Offers New Course on Strategic Project Management

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC), one of the leading B-schools in India, ranked 5th by NIRF 2024, has announced the commencement of its Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management. Designed to address the growing need for strategic project management (SPM) skills, this programme equips professionals with advanced tools, techniques, and strategic insights to align projects with organisational goals, tackle complex challenges, and deliver measurable value. By integrating strategic thinking into project execution, participants will gain the expertise to drive impactful outcomes and ensure their projects contribute to long-term organisational success.

A report by the Project Management Institute, titled “Project Management Job Growth and Talent Gap 2017–2027,” highlights that the demand for project managers is set to outpace growth in many other professions over the next decade. By 2027, employers worldwide will require nearly 88 million project management-oriented roles. With a unique focus on bridging the gap between project execution and strategic leadership, this programme is designed for mid and senior-level professionals with project management experience. It equips participants to align projects with organisational goals, manage portfolios for business growth, and drive innovation through agile and change management techniques.

Commenting on this programme, Avnish Singhal, Executive Vice President, India & APAC Emeritus, said, “As projects become the cornerstone of organisational success, this programme equips mid and senior-level professionals with the strategic frameworks, leadership skills, and advanced tools needed to align projects with business goals and deliver measurable impact. With global demand for project management professionals expected to reach 88 million by 2027, the urgency for such advanced skills cannot be overstated. We are excited to partner with an esteemed institution and remain committed to empowering professionals with industry-relevant programmes that address pressing needs.”

The IIM Calcutta Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management, designed and delivered by renowned IIMC faculty, includes live online sessions delivered by top IIM Calcutta faculty as well as 7-day in-campus immersion at the IIM Calcutta campus. It also includes a capstone project, real-world high impact case studies, hands-on learning through business simulations and an opportunity for peer-to-peer learning. The programme includes modules such as project management: macro perspectives, project management: tactical and operational issues and project management: behavioral aspects.

Program Details:

• Start Date: June 30, 2025
• Duration: 9 months
• Format: Online + Live sessions with faculty and industry experts
• Fee: INR 3,87,000 + GST
• Eligibility: Graduate with a minimum of 9 years of work experience and a minimum of 50% in Graduation/Post Graduation. The candidate should be currently working while filling up the application.