Earn recognised credentials and academic recognition.
Designed for Leaders Who Decide on Technology - Not Just Use It
The Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership is designed for professionals who lead — or are preparing to lead — in a world where technology decisions define competitive advantage.
Delivered by the Partha Ghosh School of Leadership at IIT Kharagpur, this programme bridges the gap between technical depth and executive judgment. You will learn to evaluate AI systems, govern technology investments, manage risk, and lead digital transformation — without needing to write a line of code.
IIT Kharagpur, India's first IIT, is ranked 5th in Engineering by NIRF 2025. The programme draws from its research leadership and institutional authority to equip leaders with the decision-making frameworks the next decade demands.
From AI literacy to executive-level technology governance and transformation leadership.
100% Live, Faculty-Led
Partha Ghosh School of Leadership
7 Months | 360° Learning
Weekend Live Sessions
Capstone & Boardroom Simulation
IIT KGP Executive Alumni Status
Built for Technology Decision-Makers
Bachelor's or Master's degree in any discipline + Minimum 3 years of professional work experience or Diploma (12+3) holders + 5 years of work experience. No prior technical or AI background required.
Rising Tech Leaders - Engineers, Architects & Product Leaders
Non-Technical Leaders - Finance, HR, Consulting & Sales
Cross-Functional Managers - Leading Across Tech & Business
Programme Faculty
Whom will you learn from?
Dr. Joy Sen
Chairperson, Partha Ghosh School of Leadership
Community and Regional planning | Cultural Heritage documentation | Regional analysis and programming | Indian Heritage Documentation
Dr. Prajit Nandi
Vice-Chairperson, Partha Ghosh School of Leadership Associate Dean, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Dr. Manoj Kumar Mondal
Associate Dean, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Healthcare: O2 concentrator, dispenser | Product Development | Environment and Waste Management
Dr. Soumya K. Ghosh
Spatial Informatics | Spatial Webservices | Cloud Computing | Machine learning
Dr. Biplab Datta
Technology Management | Services Marketing | Organisational Leadership | Healthcare Research
Dr. Shreyas Bharule
Big Data Analytics | Urban informatics | Disaster management | Transportation Planning
Dr. Mrigank Sharad
Nodal Officer, Institute of Innovation Council Portal
Social Entrepreneurship | Entrepreneurship Development | Internet of Things (IoT) | Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Kallol Dutt
Dr. Anupam Khan
Data Mining | Responsible AI | Database, Algorithms | Web Technologies
A Structured Path from AI Literacy to Executive Leadership
Topics Covered
- Strategic Technology Leadership in the AI Era
- The AI Opportunity & Threat Landscape: Vulnerabilities, Exposure, and Mitigation
- Evolution of Tech: Data to Knowledge to Inference to Agents
- Emerging Tech Overview: IoT, Cloud, Blockchain, Cyber Security
Topic Covered
- Fundamentals of ML for Business Decision Making
- Generative AI, Agentic Systems, and Enterprise Readiness
- Reading AI Outputs: What Leaders Need to Interpret
Topic Covered
- AI for Healthcare: Navigating R&D, Investment, Regulation, and Clinical Validation
- AI for Education
- AI for Software Development: Rapid Prototyping to Production
- AI for Agriculture and Rural Economy
Topic Covered
- Strategic Integration of Technology and Business Goals
- AI Adoption, Procurement & Executive Decision-Making
- AI Investment & Value Justification Framework
Topic Covered
- Project Management & Agile Paradigms
- Lean Methodologies: Resource Planning & Budgeting
- Stakeholder Alignment, Delivery Risks & Performance Tracking
- Executive Decision Memo Series
Topic Covered
- Introduction to Responsible AI
- AI Compliance and Security
- Risk Analysis of AI-driven Technologies
- AI Governance & Risk Checklist
Topic Covered
- Digital Transformation with AI
- Change Management in the Age of AI
- Design Thinking with AI
- Boardroom Simulation: Leading an AI Initiative
Topics Covered
- Capstone Project + Presentations
- Campus Immersion — Research Park, IIT Kharagpur (1 Day) - Optional
Course Fee
Optional 1-Day Campus Immersion at IIT KGP Research Park
Participants have the opportunity to visit the IIT Kharagpur Research Park for a one-day in-person experience — engaging with faculty, research labs, and fellow cohort members. This is entirely optional and separate from the 100% online programme delivery.
Faculty Interaction
Cohort Networking
The IIT Kharagpur Experience
Probable Tools & Frameworks
Capstone
Build in Your Domain. Deploy to the Real World
Choose a real-world challenge across Healthcare, BFSI, Manufacturing, or related domains.
Build a complete, production-ready AI system. From architecture to deployment and monitoring, you’ll engineer and launch an end-to-end solution that showcases true enterprise-grade AI capability.
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Domain Focused - Industry Problem Driven
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Production – Deployment Ready
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Full-Stack - ML + GenAI + Agentic AI + RAG
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Measured - Evaluated & Benchmark Driven
Beyond a Certificate — Built for Career Impact

On-Campus Graduation Ceremony at IIT Kharagpur
The programme concludes with an on-campus award ceremony at IIT Kharagpur, where participants receive their certificates from the Programme Director and Institute leadership.
TUITION FEEProgram Tuition$768 USD/month after merit scholarshipPay as You Progress$768/month30 equal monthly installments • no interestUpfront Payment$20,727One-time • up to 10% additional fee waiverMost candidates receive a merit scholarship on the $65,800 program fee — you'll know your exact amount before you commit. Less than one year's tuition at a traditional MBA, for a terminal doctoral degree.
Program Fee
Our Admission Process
Admission process for the Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership Programme with three easy steps!
Eligibility
Bachelor's or Master's degree in any discipline + Minimum 3 years of professional work experience or Diploma (12+3) holders + 5 years of work experience. No prior technical or AI background required.

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why choose IIT Kharagpur for a Technology and AI Leadership course?
IIT Kharagpur offers strong academic credibility, leadership-focused learning, and a future-ready curriculum for executives. This technology and AI leadership course is designed to help professionals evaluate AI systems, manage transformation, and make high-impact business decisions with confidence in technology-led environments.
2. Who should apply for the IIT Kharagpur’s Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership?
This programme is ideal for rising tech leaders, engineers, architects, product leaders, cross-functional managers, and non-technical professionals in functions like finance, HR, consulting, and sales. It suits professionals who want to lead AI, technology, and digital transformation initiatives strategically.
3. Is prior coding or technical experience required for the IIT Kharagpur’s AI leadership programme?
4. Who is eligible for the IIT Kharagpur’s Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership?
5. How long is the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology and AI Leadership programme?
6. Is the Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership completely online?
7. What learning format does the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership course follow?
8. What does the curriculum of the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership programme cover?
9. Does the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership course cover digital transformation?
10. Will learners study emerging technologies beyond AI in this IIT Kharagpur’s executive course?
11. Does the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership programme include a capstone project?
12. Does IIT Kharagpur offer executive alumni status with this programme?
13. Is there an on-campus component in the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership programme?
14. Will participants receive a certificate after completing the IIT Kharagpur’s AI leadership programme?
15. How does the admission process for the IIT Kharagpur’s Executive Programme in Technology & AI Leadership work?
16. What advantages do professionals gain from learning AI and ML at IIT Kharagpur?
17. Why is the IIT Kharagpur’s Technology & AI Leadership programme relevant to today’s professionals?
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