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Corporate and Public Leadership in a VUCA World - IIM Indore
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Corporate and Public Leadership in a VUCA World - IIM Indore

A specialized program examining corporate and public leadership challenges in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environments. Features interdisciplinary perspectives from psychology, political sociology, public policy, and international relations.

1,40,000

Course Start Date: 22nd Feb, 2026

Application Deadline: 28th Dec, 2025

Duration: 8 Months

Overview

IIM Indore's Corporate and Public Leadership program examines contentious issues managers face while performing as public leaders. Unlike traditional leadership programs focusing on organizational behavior, this program takes a broader social science perspective incorporating psychology, political sociology, public policy, and international relations.

Why Online MBA (Master of Business Administration)?

The program stands out with its focus on public leadership in VUCA environments, IIM Indore executive alumni status, and comprehensive coverage of business-government-society dynamics. Features include live classes, real-case studies, and campus immersion.

What does this course have to offer?

Key Highlights

  • Executive alumni status

  • Interdisciplinary approach

  • Real-world case studies

  • Live interactive sessions

  • Industry expert interactions

  • Campus immersion

  • Flexible weekend schedule

Who is this programme for?

  • Middle and upper management

  • Senior civil society leaders

  • Strategy professionals

  • Legal professionals

  • C-Suite executives

  • Political leaders

  • Government officials

  • Defense leaders

Minimum Eligibility

  • Graduates/diploma holders with 50% marks

  • Minimum 3 years work experience

  • Working professionals or entrepreneurs

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Admission Overview

The admission process evaluates candidates based on their educational qualifications and work experience. Candidates must have 50% marks in graduation/post-graduation and minimum 3 years of work experience. 75% attendance is mandatory for program completion.

Selection process

How to apply?

Curriculum

The curriculum spans six key modules covering entrepreneurial thinking, stakeholder engagement, risk management, ethics and responsibility, leadership development, and future preparedness. The program emphasizes practical application through case studies and interactive sessions.

There are 6 semesters in this course

The program delivers 75+ learning hours across six comprehensive modules. Content focuses on developing public leadership skills through understanding business-government-society dynamics, stakeholder management, risk assessment, ethical decision-making, and strategic planning. Each module combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications.

Thinking Like an Entrepreneur

Stakeholder Engagement

Managing Risk

Ethics and Responsibility

Leadership Development

Gearing up for Future

Programme Length

An eight-month program features weekend or after-hours classes with over 75 hours of instruction, a three-day campus immersion, and a flexible learning format.

Whom you will learn from?

Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.

Tuition Fee

The total program fee is INR 1,40,000 plus GST, along with an application fee of INR 2,500 plus GST. The payment schedule includes a first installment of INR 80,000 plus GST, which is due within three days of receiving the offer.

Fee Structure

Payment options

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About the University

Established in 1996, IIM Indore is the sixth Indian Institute of Management and is located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Recognized as an Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act 2017, it offers a range of management programs including the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP), and the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). The institute is known for its rigorous academic standards, innovative pedagogy, and strong industry connections.

University

8

NIRF Management Rank

1316

Total Students

193 acres

Campus Size

Affiliation & Recognition

Institute of National Importance
Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)

8

NIRF Management Rank

1316

Total Students

193 acres

Campus Size

Affiliation & Recognition

Institute of National Importance
Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)

Career services

The Career Development Services at IIM Indore provide comprehensive support for placements through a structured process. The institute organizes pre-placement talks, recruitment drives, and extensive industry interactions. In 2024, IIM Indore achieved a placement rate of 100%, with participation from over 150 recruiters across various sectors including consulting, finance, and technology.

100%

Placement Rate

25.68 LPA

Average Package

100 LPA

Highest Package

594

Total Offers Made

Degree Course Image

1,40,000

Course Start Date: 22nd Feb, 2026

Application Deadline: 28th Dec, 2025

Duration: 8 Months

Frequently asked Questions

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