Chief Operations Officer (COO) Programme
- One-of-a-kind COO programme with global learning from Kellogg Executive Education
- Gain the prestigious Executive Alumni Status from IIMK (#3 B-School in India: NIRF)
- Network with CXOs during the 3-day campus immersion at IIMK
- Learn from AI modules on business transformation and strategies
Enrolment Benefit: INR 15,000
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What is this COO Programme About?
According to PwC’s COO Insights, 49% of COOs believe new technology can reinvent their businesses. Yet, without clear strategy, disciplined execution, and team restructuring, transformation remains difficult. Today’s COOs must address rising customer expectations, hybrid work models, supply chain redesign, and accelerated tech adoption. Their mandate extends beyond efficiency to developing multipronged strategies spanning operating models, cost structures, market presence, and innovation.
To complement this evolving role, IIM Kozhikode has launched its Chief Operations Officer (COO) Programme. Designed for seasoned operations and supply chain leaders, the programme will equip you with technology and a data-driven strategic mindset to enable customer-centric value creation and achieve strategic operational excellence. You will hone your financial acumen, C-suite leadership quotient, executive presence, ability to spearhead transformation and change management skills. Participants will gain the global edge through two online certificate courses from Kellogg Executive Education — on AI applications and growth strategy.
Programme Highlights - IIM Kozhikode
IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status
Live online lectures by IIMK faculty (8 to 8.5 months)*
3-day immersion with a leadership building workshop at the IIMK campus
Unique modules in operational transformation, excellence and global supply chain design
Capstone project guided by IIMK faculty
Hands-on business simulations for Strategic and Global Supply Chain Management
Insights from industry practitioners for a real-world perspective
Opportunity to network with seasoned peers across industries and regions
Online Certificate Course Highlights - Kellogg Executive Education
Self-paced, recorded
faculty video lectures
Live sessions
with programme leaders and Kellogg faculty
Recorded
guest speaker sessions
Practical frameworks to drive Generative AI Strategy
Peer learning
& feedback
Business use cases
across industries
Real-world case studies and
industry examples
Interactive try-it activities
& action learning
Capstone Project
Note:
The executive education programme highlights presented above are approximate, and subject to change depending on the availability and expertise of the teaching faculty, as well as the programme's desired outcomes.
The programme is designed to be delivered approximately over a period of 12 months, including some occasional breaks that may be provided.
The schedule of the executive leadership courses is indicative and the sequence in the learning journey may change as per faculty/school discretion
The duration for modules by IIMK and Kellogg Executive Education is tentative. The actual calendar time may be more or less by a few weeks depending on the number of topics covered during on-campus immersion and other variables like breaks provided/not provided.
*(Availability subject to change)
Note: Participants will get to interact with global peers from Kellogg Executive Education's modules during office hours.
Who Is this Programme For?
For aspiring COOs and operational leaders, looking to strengthen knowledge with cutting-edge topics in technology, design thinking, AI, digital supply chain, agile, and risk resilience; and keen to build valuable networks, deepen insights, and develop C-Suite leadership skills with a focus on efficiency and resilience.
For new and evolving COOs who want to focus on cutting-edge practices for driving efficiency, innovation, and growth; and keen to enhance strategic skills for optimal operations, strengthen relationships with influential leaders, and foster collaboration.
Eligibility: Graduate (10+2+3) or Diploma holders (Only 10+2+3) from a recognized University with minimum 10 Years of experience (after graduation) as on 30 Sept 2025. Candidates should have a minimum aggregate of 50% in their graduation.
Modules by IIM Kozhikode
Online Certificate Courses by Kellogg Executive Education
What Will You Learn From This Programme?
To help you evolve into a true 21st century COO, our programme is designed with clear learning outcomes:
Drive strategic initiatives aligned to larger company goals – be a vital C-Suite partner
Hone managerial and leadership capabilities to inhabit the COO role
Lead during crisis and change management
Facilitate nimble competitive advantage and pivot with new technology
Gain industry-specific insights to create value and satisfy customers
Achieve value-chain innovation and bottom-line results with strategic tech investments
Master operations and supply chain leadership
Drive increased process optimisation with analytics and digital technology
Programme Directors - IIM Kozhikode
Professor, Quantitative Methods and Operations Management Area at IIM Kozhikode
Ashutosh Sarkar received Doctor of Philosophy from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur and was a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at University of Texas at Dallas. He has...
Faculty – Kellogg Executive Education
(Faculty – AI Strategies for Business Transformation) Associate Dean for Digital Innovation; McCormick Foundation Chair of Technology; Clinical Professor of Marketing; Director of the Center for Research in Technology and Innovation
Professor Sawhney is a globally-recognised scholar, teacher, consultant, and speaker in business innovation, modern marketing, and enterprise analytics. He has written seven m...
(Faculty – Business Strategies for Growth: Fewer, Bigger, Bolder) Senior Fellow and Adjunct Professor of Marketing, Kellogg School of Management
Sanjay Khosla is a senior fellow at the Kellogg School of Management, a senior advisor at Boston Consulting Group, and a trained executive coach. He currently advises many org...
(Guest Speaker – Leading Growth Strategy) Founder of Naomi Whittel Brands and New York Times best-selling author
Naomi is an entrepreneur, nutritional expert, and leader in the health and wellness industry. She was named the nation’s leading health innovator in the natural products indus...
(Guest Speaker – Leading Growth Strategy) Co-Founder and CEO of Eberjey
Mariela is the co-founder and CEO of Eberjey, a lingerie organization, where she sets the organization’s omnichannel strategy and leads growth in all areas of the business, in...
Testimonials
Business Simulations for Hands-On Learning
During the modules by IIMK, various simulation exercises would be carried out. This would help in providing a more practice-oriented learning to the participants. Simulations chosen may include module-based simulations and integrated simulations (during the on-campus module, towards the end of the program). This would expose the participants as to how operations connect to the overall business goals and can make a significant difference in the business outcome.
Strategic Supply Chain Management Simulation
Optimize within Inventory carrying costs versus inventory shortage
Assimilate strategic considerations to reduce uncertainty and demand variability
Appreciate strategies to control bullwhip effect and centralize information
Gain different perspectives of factory, distributor, wholesaler, and retailer
Global Supply Chain Management Simulation
Integrate flexibility using supplier capabilities for diverse product scenarios
Evaluate methods, interpret dynamics, and enhance supply chain resilience
Optimize production between costly, fast, and economical, slow suppliers
Reflect, improve decisions and measure performance for continuous improvement
Real-world Application Through Case Studies
Amazon and Walmart on Collision Course by Nirmalya Kumar; Sheetal Mittal: Harvard Case
Analysing the complexities involved in online versus offline retail channels and resources required for each business model, and the challenges faced in developing an omni-channel presence.
ITC eChoupal Initiative by David M. Upton; Virginia A. Fuller: Harvard Case
Leveraging digital technology to empower rural farmers with transparent market access, honest trading, and supply chain efficiency for inclusive agricultural growth.
Barilla SpA (A) by Janice H. Hammond: Harvard Case
Implementing continuous replenishment programs to reduce demand fluctuations and inventory costs by shifting shipment responsibility from distributors to the manufacturer, while managing internal and external resistance for supply chain optimization.
ZARA: Fast Fashion by Pankaj Ghemawat; Jose Luis Nueno Iniesta: Harvard Case
Combine quick response production with enhanced design capabilities to rapidly adapt to market trends, minimize inventory risks, and achieve sustained competitive advantage in fast fashion retail.
Asian Paints Limited: Painting History by J Ramachandran; Jalaj Garg: Harvard Case
Achieving sustainable competitive advantage through a well-aligned, self-reinforcing, and effort-optimizing strategic activity system that creates a virtuous cycle difficult for competitors to replicate.
Aravind Eye Care System: Time to Shift Gears by Rajesh Chandwani; Mithileshwar Jha; V. Nagadevara: Harvard Case
Designing organizational systems that integrate customer lifecycle management, respond to changing environmental demands, and apply efficient, scalable processes inspired by the McDonaldization strategy to deliver high-quality, affordable healthcare while sustaining social enterprise goals.
Note: Listed above are a few indicative case studies and may change depending on periodic updates.The programme may include additional case studies specially curated by the faculty.
Programme Certificate by IIM Kozhikode
Participants will be awarded a completion certificate from IIM Kozhikode on successfully completing all evaluation components including a capstone project and maintaining a minimum attendance of 75%. Participants who are unable to clear all evaluation components but have a minimum attendance of 75% shall be awarded a participation certificate.
We encourage you to attend all the live sessions and make the best out of these interactive learning experiences.
Note: The certificate shown above is for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact prototype of the actual certificate. IIM Kozhikode reserves the right to change the certificate and specifications without notice
Certification by Kellogg Executive Education
On successfully completing the online courses of AI Strategies for Business Transformation and Business Strategies for Growth: Fewer, Bigger, Bolder, you are eligible to receive online certifications from Kellogg Executive Education.
Note:
All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Kellogg Executive Education.
Kellogg Executive Education reserves the right to change the certificate and specifications without notice.
This online certificate programme does not grant academic credit or a degree from Kellogg School of Management.
The IIM Kozhikode Advantage
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IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status Benefits
On successful completion of the programme, participants will be eligible for the prestigious IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status. These participants will subsequently receive the alumni registration details from IIM Kozhikode. The benefits include:
Eligible to receive Publications and Newsletters of IIMK periodically
Online access login details to Kasebook (Online Alumni Portal)
Issuance of Alumni Identity Card
Availing MDC/Guest Rooms at prevailing rates subject to availability
Note: The Executive Alumni benefits are subject to the discretion of IIM Kozhikode.
Pay Later - Finance Options
Programme Fee | Maximum Loan Amount Available | Tenure (months) | EMI |
|---|---|---|---|
INR 6,76,000 + GST | INR 7,57,796 | 36 | INR 28,017 |
Note:
The above EMI's are indicative. The EMI's offered by each of the loan providers might vary from the above figures, depending upon tenure and loan amount to be disbursed.
Other EMI tenures available (Months): Propelld: 6/12/18/24/30/36/42/48
Frequently Asked Questions
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