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C-Suite Program
Chief Technology & AI Officer (CTAIO) Program by IIIT-Bangalore & IIM Udaipur.
The first and only CTAIO program, delivered through a unique collaboration of a leading tech and business school.-
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Start DateDecember 31, 2025
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Duration6 Months
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The Only Program Backed by IIIT-B & IIMU
- IIM Udaipur
IIM Udaipur is a globally recognised, AACSB-accredited B-school, renowned for excellence in management education. - IIIT-Bangalore
Rated NAAC A+, NIRF top 100, consistently ranked amongst the top 10 technical universities by India Today. - Microsoft
One-day immersive experience exploring innovation, strategy, and future technologies.
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Who should join?
Titles
Senior technology & IT leaders shaping organisational strategy, CTOs, CIOs, VPs, Directors, Heads of Technology, Co-Founders & other senior leaders.
Senior technology & IT leaders shaping organisational strategy, CTOs, CIOs, VPs, Directors, Heads of Technology, Co-Founders & other senior leaders.
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Roles and Expertise
Covers functions across technology, strategy, innovation, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, consulting, product development, and operations.
Covers functions across technology, strategy, innovation, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, consulting, product development, and operations.
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Sectors and Industries
Engages leaders from technology, BFSI, consulting, engineering, telecom, consumer goods, healthcare, SaaS, retail, education, automotive, and other key growth sectors
Engages leaders from technology, BFSI, consulting, engineering, telecom, consumer goods, healthcare, SaaS, retail, education, automotive, and other key growth sectors
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Gain dual tech & business edge with IIIT-B + IIMU
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Apply learning through hands-on practice & simulations
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Go beyond modules with AI-centric learning
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Practice real CTO decisions under pressure in boardroom simulations
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Experience the 2-day AI workshop & 1-day Microsoft immersion
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Gain Executive Alumni status from IIMU
Ranked. Accredited. Respected.
AACSB
IIM Udaipur is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing it among the top 6% of business schools worldwide.
IIM Udaipur is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing it among the top 6% of business schools worldwide.
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NIRF
IIM Udaipur is consistently ranked among India’s leading management institutes by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
IIM Udaipur is consistently ranked among India’s leading management institutes by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
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QS Global Rankings
IIM Udaipur’s Masters in Management was ranked in the 151+ bracket in QS 2025 Rankings
IIM Udaipur’s Masters in Management was ranked in the 151+ bracket in QS 2025 Rankings
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NAAC
IIIT-Bangalore is accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council).
IIIT-Bangalore is accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council).
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Hands-On Projects for Real-World Impact
Disclaimer: Below projects are indicative; specific details will be shared during the program.
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4 Projects
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Develop an AI Blueprint
Design a digital disruption strategy, create an AI readiness roadmap, and present tech investments to fuel enterprise growth.
Design a digital disruption strategy, create an AI readiness roadmap, and present tech investments to fuel enterprise growth.
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Skills learned
Win the Transformation War
Facilitate a 4-hour war game to transform a traditional enterprise, overcoming executive pushback, failing legacy systems, and AI-native rivals.
Facilitate a 4-hour war game to transform a traditional enterprise, overcoming executive pushback, failing legacy systems, and AI-native rivals.
Skills learned
Board Ready Tech Design
Design and deliver a board-ready tech proposal. Identify key opportunities, model ROI, and showcase technology as the driver of growth.
Design and deliver a board-ready tech proposal. Identify key opportunities, model ROI, and showcase technology as the driver of growth.
Skills learned
Design Your C-Suite Plan
Design a C-suite transformation strategy and undergo a high-stakes executive assessment. Master boardroom communication, influence, and crisis handling in a real-world simulation.
Design a C-suite transformation strategy and undergo a high-stakes executive assessment. Master boardroom communication, influence, and crisis handling in a real-world simulation.
Skills learned
The 3-Day AI Advantage
Microsoft Immersion & AI Workshop (IIIT-Bangalore)
- Experience a full day at Microsoft’s campus as part of the leadership journey.
- Gain first-hand insights on real-world tech leadership from Microsoft experts.
- Learn about AI and analytics from Data Scientists and Cloud Solution Architects.
- Acquire enterprise-ready knowledge from a Data & AI Strategy Specialist.
- Explore Microsoft’s Innovation Hub through a guided walkthrough.
- Plan and execute impactful AI projects with hands-on guidance at IIIT-B.
- Gain structured understanding of AI strategy through the DARWIN framework—Data, Algorithms, Responsibility, Workflow & Infrastructure.
- Apply the DARWIN methodology to design clear blueprints for real-world AI initiatives.
- Collaborate in teams to build AI products, taking them from concept to ‘ready-to-code’ stage.
Mentors
Learn from the Best
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7 Industry & Academic Mentors
Kunal Kamal Kumar
Program Director, IIMU
Kunal Kamal Kumar blends academic rigour with real-world experience, providing expert insights into leadership and organisational dynamics. Known for his dynamic facilitation and mastery of adult learning methodologies, he consistently earned high ratings from students. His accolades, including 'Professor of the Year' from InsidelIM.com, are a testament to his commitment to impactful, practical learning. Kunal’s teaching excellence has helped learners develop strong leadership and communication skills.
Kunal Kamal Kumar blends academic rigour with real-world experience, providing expert insights into leadership and organisational dynamics. Known for his dynamic facilitation and mastery of adult learning methodologies, he consistently earned high ratings from students. His accolades, including 'Professor of the Year' from InsidelIM.com, are a testament to his commitment to impactful, practical learning. Kunal’s teaching excellence has helped learners develop strong leadership and communication skills.
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Shankar Prakash
Program Director, IIMU
Shankar is an Executive Fellow in Management and a Post Graduate Programme (PGP) alumnus from the Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad. He has led global strategy and planning for IBM’s Application Services business and has also worked with leading firms like EY. Currently an Adjunct Professor at IIM Udaipur, he brings expertise in business strategy, analytics, and operations, preparing managers to lead effectively in the digital era.
Shankar is an Executive Fellow in Management and a Post Graduate Programme (PGP) alumnus from the Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad. He has led global strategy and planning for IBM’s Application Services business and has also worked with leading firms like EY. Currently an Adjunct Professor at IIM Udaipur, he brings expertise in business strategy, analytics, and operations, preparing managers to lead effectively in the digital era.
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Chandrashekar Ramanathan
Dean (Academics), IIIT-Bangalore
With a Ph.D. from MSU and 25+ years of Data & Software Engineering experience, Prof. C.R. is ranked amongst the top data academicians in India.
With a Ph.D. from MSU and 25+ years of Data & Software Engineering experience, Prof. C.R. is ranked amongst the top data academicians in India.
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Dr. G. Srinivasaraghavan
Professor, IIIT-Bangalore
Dr. G. Srinivasaraghavan, a Partner at Performance Engineering Associates, holds a PhD in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur. With 18+ years of experience, he has led high-performance IT systems at Infosys and served as CTO at Aztecsoft (now Mindtree). Dr. Srinivasaraghavan has published over a dozen papers in reputed journals and is an expert in performance-critical systems and quality assessment.
Dr. G. Srinivasaraghavan, a Partner at Performance Engineering Associates, holds a PhD in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur. With 18+ years of experience, he has led high-performance IT systems at Infosys and served as CTO at Aztecsoft (now Mindtree). Dr. Srinivasaraghavan has published over a dozen papers in reputed journals and is an expert in performance-critical systems and quality assessment.
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Dr. Dakshinamurthy Kolluru
Managing Director, TekFrameworks
Dr. Kolluru Murthy holds a B.E. from NIT Trichy and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University. With over two decades of experience at the intersection of technology and business, he brings deep expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Optimisation, Text Mining, and Mathematical Algorithms. Dr. Murthy was awarded the prestigious Binani Gold Medal for his contributions to the Agni missile project and has also been recognized among the Top 10 Data Science Academicians in India by Analytics India Magazine.
Dr. Kolluru Murthy holds a B.E. from NIT Trichy and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University. With over two decades of experience at the intersection of technology and business, he brings deep expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Optimisation, Text Mining, and Mathematical Algorithms. Dr. Murthy was awarded the prestigious Binani Gold Medal for his contributions to the Agni missile project and has also been recognized among the Top 10 Data Science Academicians in India by Analytics India Magazine.
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Dr. Sridhar Pappu
Partner, TekFrameworks
Dr. Sridhar Pappu, Professor of Practice, brings over 24 years of experience turning complex data into strategic advantage. With a Ph.D. from The University of Texas at El Paso and a B.E. from NIT Tiruchirappalli, he blends rigorous academic foundations with real-world expertise. His mastery spans Statistics and Probability for Data Science, Machine Learning, and advanced Data Visualisation.
Dr. Sridhar Pappu, Professor of Practice, brings over 24 years of experience turning complex data into strategic advantage. With a Ph.D. from The University of Texas at El Paso and a B.E. from NIT Tiruchirappalli, he blends rigorous academic foundations with real-world expertise. His mastery spans Statistics and Probability for Data Science, Machine Learning, and advanced Data Visualisation.
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Dr. V. Sridhar
Professor, IIIT-Bangalore
Dr. V. Sridhar is a Professor at the Centre for IT and Public Policy, IIIT Bangalore, and a leading authority on telecom and ICT regulation. He has authored four books and over 300 articles on telecom policy, technology, and spectrum management. His upcoming book, 5G and Beyond: Rewiring Telecom Regulation, will be published by Oxford University Press. Dr. Sridhar has taught at institutions across the USA, Finland, New Zealand, and India, and was a Visiting Scholar at USC. He has served on Government of India committees, led funded research projects, and frequently contributes insights to global policy discussions.
Dr. V. Sridhar is a Professor at the Centre for IT and Public Policy, IIIT Bangalore, and a leading authority on telecom and ICT regulation. He has authored four books and over 300 articles on telecom policy, technology, and spectrum management. His upcoming book, 5G and Beyond: Rewiring Telecom Regulation, will be published by Oxford University Press. Dr. Sridhar has taught at institutions across the USA, Finland, New Zealand, and India, and was a Visiting Scholar at USC. He has served on Government of India committees, led funded research projects, and frequently contributes insights to global policy discussions.
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Who Can Apply
Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of work experience.
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Submit your application on upgrad.com. The admissions committee will review your application details.
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Receive Offer Letter
Once shortlisted, you will receive an offer letter.
Once shortlisted, you will receive an offer letter.
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Upon receiving the offer letter you can proceed to confirm your candidature by paying the block amount
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