Leadership Coaching for High Performance and Talent Management
- 4-Day Interactive Learning at IIM Kozhikode Campus
- Networking with a Diverse Global Cohort
- Hands-on Coaching Exercises
- Real-world Case Discussions
Programme Fee for International Learners
USD 2, 750
Note: International Learners need to contact the programme advisor for programme fee submission.
Application Deadline
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You've Mastered Management. Now, Master Leadership.
In today’s evolving workplace, titles don’t make leaders—influence does. This programme is for leaders who are:
Transitioning into people-leadership or strategic roles
Managing cross-functional or remote teams
Tasked with retention, performance, and succession
Building leadership pipelines inside dynamic organisations
This programme will help you:
✅ Build a personal leadership coaching style
✅ Master high-stakes conversations and feedback
✅ Learn to lead through influence, not just authority
✅ Mentor future leaders and manage top talent
✅ Build trust-based, high-performance teams
What Makes This Programme Uniquely Valuable for Emerging Leaders
Practice high-stakes leadership conversations with real-time feedback from IIMK faculty and peers
Navigate complex leadership situations—feedback, conflict, succession—through immersive, facilitated role-play
Engage with fellow leaders from India, Singapore, the Middle East & Southeast Asia in collaborative problem-solving
Hear candid insights from industry leaders on coaching, retention, and real-world leadership dilemmas
Experience experiential modules that go beyond theory to strengthen influence, empathy, and decision-making
Who Is This Programme For?
This programme is designed for ambitious professionals who are already shaping teams, driving business decisions, and are now ready to amplify their leadership impact:
CXOs and Business Heads
Professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to think, act, and deliver across multiple dimensions encompassing the financial, operational, strategic, and human implications of business decisions.
CHROs and Senior HR Leaders
Professionals aiming to apply data-driven decision-making for succession planning, employee engagement, and performance optimisation.
C-suite and Cross-functional Business Leaders
Professionals looking to manage multicultural teams and transitions, and to build inclusive and adaptive leadership ecosystems.
Eligibility:
Graduate (10+2+3) or Diploma holders (Only 10+2+3) from a recognised university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government/recognised international universities).
Candidate should have a minimum of 10+ Years of experience at the time of applying for the programme.
The Leadership Gap is Real. Are You Ready to Fill It?
Many leaders are promoted based on performance—but lack the coaching, mentoring, and talent management skills required to lead teams in today’s dynamic landscape.
This programme from IIM Kozhikode helps you bridge that gap. Through immersive leadership coaching, role plays, and peer-to-peer labs, you’ll shift from managing tasks to developing talent and leading with influence.
Leadership Pain Points | Why Leadership Coaching is the Answer |
🔻 85% of businesses say leadership is a critical issue | 🔼Coaching increases leadership effectiveness by 88% |
🔻Only 14% feel they have enough ready leaders | 🔼 Companies with strong coaching cultures report higher employee engagement |
🔻77% of organisations report a leadership gap at mid-senior levels | 🔼 Coaching-based leadership improves retention, innovation & succession |
🔻 Just 5% of leaders have been formally trained in talent coaching | 🔼 3 in 4 high-growth firms invest in internal coaching capabilities |
Built on 7 Strategic Learning Pillars
A Leadership Coaching Experience Unlike Any Other
AI or AM I: Leadership and the Cognitive Revolution
Leadership and Emotional Culture
How to Change the Mind-sets
Neuroscience and Insights from Wisdom Traditions of Mindful Leadership
Methods and Mystery of Mindfulness
Mindfulness : Reflective Practices for Impact and Awareness
Developing Authentic Leadership Presence
Leadership Storytelling Workshop: Craft and present a compelling leadership vision using storytelling techniques
Live Panel with CHROs to Engage on Talent Branding Best Practices
Developing a Unique Employer Value Proposition (EVP)
Career Pathing Conversation: simulate a career progression conversation between a manager and an employee
Enhancing Talent Velocity and Internal Mobility
Cultural Intelligence and Global Leadership
Case Study discussions on Cross Cultural Business Negotiations
AI-Powered Workforce Planning Exercise (by using HR Tech tools like LinkedIn talent insights, workday etc)
HR Analytics for Talent Retention and Engagement (use case studies and understand attrition, skill gaps etc)
Building a Data Driven HR Culture
Succession Planning with Data-Driven Insights
Note:
Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the total programme hours.
Programme Certificate
Participants will be awarded a completion certificate from IIM Kozhikode on successfully completing all evaluation components.
Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Kozhikode.
Learn From Visionary Educators & Practitioners | Programme Coordinators Who’ve Trained the World’s Top Leaders
At the heart of IIM Kozhikode’s Leadership Coaching and Talent Management programme are two of India’s most respected voices in leadership, talent development, and behavioral transformation.
This isn't just a programme—it's a guided experience by globally recognised thinkers who’ve shaped leadership conversations in boardrooms, classrooms, and across cultures.
Director, Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources Area
Prof. Chatterjee is a distinguished academic and leadership expert, a Post-Doctoral Fulbright Fellow from Harvard University, a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Pune...
Industry Expert, ex GM Global L&D and Partner, Microsoft
Described by Forbes magazine as “One of India's most interesting globalists", Mr. Abhijit Bhaduri brings decades of real-world expertise in leadership and talent strategy to t...
Why Learn from Them?
✅ Combined experience of 50+ years in global leadership education
✅ Proven expertise across academia, industry, and policy leadership
✅ Thought leadership featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, People Matters, SHRM
✅ Recognised for building future-ready leadership pipelines in India and across APAC
This is your opportunity to be mentored by educators who’ve shaped leadership in the real world—across sectors, geographies, and generations.
Why Learn at IIM Kozhikode?
Ranked among India’s top IIMs for executive education
Ranked in the Top 50 in Asia-Pacific (FT Executive Education Rankings)
Alumni in leadership roles at Google, Tata, Accenture, HUL, Shell, DBS Bank and more
55,000 + professionals trained at MDC
Designations: CXOs, Senior Managers, Regional Directors, Talent Heads, Product Leaders
Partnerships with 60+ International Universities/B-Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
There will be 4 days of campus learning at IIM Kozhikode. The learning experience will include faculty teaching sessions from Professor Debashis and Industry Expert Mr Abhijit, rich discussions, seasoned peers, case-based learning, assignments and role plays.
The programme fee does not cover travel expenses, but it does cover the accommodation and food on campus. The Institute will provide the required documents, but obtaining a visa will be the participant’s responsibility..
For international participants, IIM Kozhikode will help with a letter from the Institute to ease the process of the visa application. However, the charges have to be borne by the participant.
Upon completion of this programme, participants will not be awarded with IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status.
Please note that once the programme fee is paid, it is non-refundable, as it covers pre-arranged costs including accommodation, logistics, and related arrangements.
This programme acts as an accelerated development program, equipping high-performing professionals with advanced leadership, coaching, and talent management tools to fast-track growth into senior leadership roles.
Designed with global standards in mind, this programme mirrors the best practices of a global leadership center, helping leaders gain a global mindset and refine strategies for international talent engagement.
Participants will deepen their skill leadership—the ability to coach, influence, and elevate others—alongside capabilities in strategic leadership, emotional intelligence, and team transformation.
Unlike generic leadership and management programmes, this is a focused experience on leadership coaching, talent strategy, and driving team outcomes—ideal for those managing high performers or enterprise-level teams.
The dual focus ensures mastery in leadership and management skills as well as strategies for talent attraction, retention, and development in fast-paced or growth-driven environments.
Ready to Lead the Next Chapter of Your Career?
4 Transformational Days. One Career-Defining Leap.
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