Ignite Your Future with IIM Calcutta: 5 Inspiring Ways

IIM Calcutta has launched the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Programme in partnership with Emeritus to address the evolving role of financial leaders. As CFO responsibilities expand beyond traditional finance, today’s leaders are expected to drive enterprise-wide strategy, foster innovation, unlock long-term value, and manage cross-functional priorities. According to Gartner’s Top 5 Priorities for CFOs in 2025, over 70% of CFOs now handle duties outside core finance, while nearly 50% recognize the need for a significant or complete overhaul of their finance leadership teams. The programme by IIM Calcutta is designed to equip CFOs with the multidimensional skills necessary to navigate complexity, lead transformation, and excel in their expanded roles.

Backed by Triple Crown accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB), the institute is widely recognised for its academic rigour, strength in analytics, and digital transformation. This 9-month CFO programme is ideally suited for professionals aiming to take on CFO or other senior finance leadership roles, and sharpen their competitive edge in an ever-changing business value. It is also well-suited for senior professionals aspiring to step into the CFO role or other key financial leadership positions. Additionally, the programme is tailored for business heads, CXOs, and financial leaders who are at the forefront of driving strategic financial decision-making within their organisations.

The IIM Calcutta CFO Programme is designed to meet the evolving demands of financial leadership in today’s business landscape.

Speaking on the programme, Avinash Singhal, Executive Vice President, India & APAC Emeritus, said, “The future of finance leadership demands more than technical expertise: it calls for a growth mindset, strategic clarity, and global fluency. With this programme at IIM Calcutta, participants will not only strengthen their financial leadership but also build the adaptability required to thrive in shifting business environments.”

The Chief Financial Officer Programme designed and delivered by esteemed IIM Calcutta faculty, offers a strategic blend of academic rigour and real-world application. The 9-month learning journey includes 100 hours of immersive learning through live online sessions, an opportunity to network and experience in-person learning with IIM Calcutta faculty during the 7-day campus immersion at IIM Calcutta, and includes simulations, as well as case studies. Participants also undertake a capstone project for hands-on application of learnings. This prepares them to meet the multidimensional requirements of the modern CFO role and responsibilities through direct training under the guidance of renowned IIMC faculty – Prof. Sudhir S. Jaiswall and Prof. Arpita Ghosh.

The Importance of IIM Calcutta in Finance Leadership Development

The high-impact curriculum includes new-age topics such as design thinking, digital transformation, ESG, and corporate governance alongside core CFO competencies. This programme also provides participants with the access to a robust network of over 300+ finance leaders across the country.

Learning outcomes of this programme include:

Driving financial decisions with value-creating strategies
Transforming digital finance to gain insight, boost productivity, and spot trends
Maximising value by knowing and influencing key business drivers
Mitigating risk by skilfully navigating capital markets
Grounding operations in robust financial criteria and business models
Leading teams towards growth and tackling decision issues by building alliances

Programme Details:

Start Date: September 30, 2025
Duration: 9 months
Mode: Live Online Sessions with 7-day campus immersion at IIM Calcutta Faculty
Eligibility: Graduates (10+2+3)/ Diploma Holders (10+2+3)/ Post Graduates with a minimum 10 years of work experience
Fee: INR 6,70,000 + GST
Certification: Upon successful completion of the programme and maintaining a minimum attendance of 75 percent, participants will receive a certificate of completion from IIM Calcutta and an opportunity to gain the status of Executive Education alumni of IIM Calcutta

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