Application Ends
10th June, 2026

Duration
10 Months

Fees
₹3,38,000 + Taxes

Format:
Live Online + Campus Immersion

Drive Growth at Scale with XLRI’s CXO Programme

Executive Development Programme in Driving Growth – The CXO Programme (Batch 5)

Application Ends
10th June, 2026

Duration
10 Months

Course Fees
₹3,38,000 + Taxes

Format:
Live Online + Campus Immersion

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Programme Overview

In a business world shaped by disruption, growth is no longer linear, it is strategic.

This XLRI management program is designed for CXOs, senior leaders, and entrepreneurs who are responsible for driving business growth in complex, evolving markets.

Unlike generic executive education programs in India, this programme focuses on real-world growth challenges faced by organizations, especially in emerging and competitive environments.

Through a structured blend of leadership, strategy, finance, and digital transformation, this executive development programme prepares you to lead from the front.

Eligibility

  • For Indian Participants - Graduates (10+2+3) or Diploma Holders (only 10+2+3) from a recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline.
  • For International Participants - Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience required
  • Aspiring CXOs, Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, Business owners, business leaders

Programme Highlights

📜 XLRI Certificate of Completion

⏱️ 144 hours of applied learning

🌐 Live online + campus immersion

👨‍🏫 Learn from XLRI faculty & experts

🎯 Strategy-driven curriculum

🤝 Peer learning with CXOs

🚀 Build scalable organizations

💰 Strengthen strategic & financial decision-making

👑 Master leadership, influence & team dynamics

💻 Navigate digital transformation & models

🧠 Develop critical thinking for complex challenges

🎓 Optional XLRI Executive Alumni Status

Who Should Attend

CXOs & Business Heads

Drive sustainable growth with sharper strategy, financial insight, and execution frameworks

Senior Managers

Transition into leadership roles with enterprise-level thinking and decision-making skills

Entrepreneurs

Scale your business with structured growth strategies and market-focused execution

Emerging C-Suite Leaders

Prepare for high-impact roles with cross-functional leadership and strategic clarity

Growth-Focused Professionals

Build expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and business transformation

Programme Curriculum

Module 1 | Leadership
Module 2 | Digital Business & Technology
Module 3 | Business Strategy
Module 4 | Critical Thinking and Decision Making
Module 5 | Finance, Risk, and Business Models
Module 6 | Managing Stakeholders & Organizational Change
Module 7 | Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy
Module 8 | Operational Excellence
On-Campus Component
Assessments
Outcome of the Curriculum

Past batch profile

Get a sense of your future peer group.

Work Experience Distribution: 

Seniority Mix: 

This diverse cohort is what makes this one of the more impactful executive education programs in terms of peer learning.

On-Campus Immersion

This program includes 5 on campus immersions of 5 hours each, the dates for which shall be informed to the participants at least one month in advance. Attendance to the On-Campus module is MANDATORY for all participants. The on-campus modules are subjected to the conditions that prevail at the point in time.

In event that the Jharkhand state authorities do not permit such in-person sessions due to the COVID-19 situation (or any such similar circumstances), the sessions planned for the campus component shall be completed online which may lead to an extension of the program duration.

Programme Delivery

Schedule:
Sunday | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Duration: 10 Months (~41 Weeks)

Total Learning: 144 Hours

Format: Live Online

How You Will Be Assessed

Learn . Apply .
Validate . Scale

Participants will be provided an ongoing assessment for each module of the program which will require them to plan and apply the concepts, tools, and frameworks in their organization during the program. At the end of the program, each participant shall submit a business plan laying out a path for achieving a desired growth target over the next 5 years.

Opportunity to earn an Executive Alumni status after successful completion upon additional payment of Rs.20,000.

Certification

Leaders do not pursue
symbols; they pursue signals.

A certificate from XLRI Jamshedpur and XLEAD signals that the holder has been tested, not entertained. It signals a standard of analytical rigor and ethical leadership that the market respects.

Participant Privileges

Structured exposure to growth-focused decision-making

Practical frameworks for real-world application

Networking with senior professionals across industries

Faculty with strong academic + corporate experience

Access to study materials, case studies, and LMS

Alumni network access

Testimonials

Programme Fee & Payment Structure

Total Fee: ₹3,38,000 + Taxes

Instalments:
- Registration Fee
- 4 Instalments across programme duration
Corporate discounts available for group nominations.

Programme Directors

Dr. Manish Singhal

An eclectic profile with qualifications in mechanical engineering, financial and general management, organizational behavior and sociology, and experience in the disciplines of anthropology, archaeology, journalism and yoga as sadhana and therapy. Work experience in chemical plant maintenance (J K Synthetics, Jhalawar), event management, administration, teaching and providing training in holistic personality development and various management functions and skills.

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Six years of post-MBA non-salaried full-time work-experience in the spiritually-oriented service mission of Vivekananda Kendra (H.Qr.: Kanyakumari) as a dedicated selfless social worker has provided the breadth of experience to be able to relate to various human challenges and encourage the move towards actualizing one's potential

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Dr Rajeev Sharma

Dr. Sharma is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in strategy, innovation, and digital transformation. Over his career, he has held leadership roles across various industries, focusing on driving growth, operational excellence, and technological advancements. Dr. Rajeev is known for building high-performance teams and delivering sustainable business solutions, leveraging his expertise in strategic planning and change management.

Dr Santosh Sangem

Dr. Santosh Sangem has been associated with XLRI Jamshedpur for the last 15 years. He has provided corporate training and consultancy for reputed organizations in both the private sector and the public sector, which include L&T, Viacom18, Pepsi, Meril Life, Accenture, Ultratech, Adani Airports, HDFC Bank, Capgemini, NTPC, ONGC, IOCL, and many other highly reputed organisations.

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His primary teaching, training and research interests include Corporate Governance, Business Model Design, Healthcare Financial Decision Making, Financial Performance Analysis & Management, Management Control Systems, Decision Thinking & Decision Making, and Corporate Finance. He is currently the Chairperson of the XLRI Center for Healthcare Management and the Chairperson of International Relations & Collaborations at XLRI.

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