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About Executive Education
at Krea University

The Executive Education programmes are a unique blend of IFMR’s (Institute for Financial Management and Research) rich history in financial executive education and research with a renewed approach to education through the Interwoven Learning approach. The team develops and delivers impact-driven modular programmes that help leverage learning for client organisations across business verticals, helping performance-driven senior executives seeking to broaden their knowledge, embrace future competencies leading to their growth in their organisations apart from fresh executives learning the ropes of the sector or a mid-level manager ready to enhance their skills to meet the future workplace demands. The programmes have cutting-edge design and pedagogy, with both online and hybrid formats led by world-class research-driven faculty.

Krea-IFMR GSB
Differentiators

Here are a few strong reasons on how Krea’s Executive Education
programmes help you gain an edge.

Legacy

50+ years of corporate training, 500+ global programmes delivered, 50,000 alumni, across 25+ countries. 
Advanced research credentials, including research support for Nobel Laureates

Mentors

World-class faculty members including acclaimed academic stalwarts and industry experts 

Tailor-made

Innovative and contemporary pedagogies include simulations, gamifications, learning communities, apart from engaging case study discussions, class room and live online sessions, structured exercises and illustrations all delivered in a world class learning environment

Outcome Focused

Designed and delivered around specific competencies for development and/or business impact



Strategic Design

Assessment centers for talent assessment and development support. Application focused design with Action Projects coaching and project mentoring.

Programmes Offered

The programmes on offer cover the entire length and breadth of management education including some of the emerging areas of management, customised for professionals of various experience levels and skill sets.

Advanced Management Programme

Advanced Management Programme

The Advanced Management Programme is a fast-tracked one-year contemporary executive programme for senior managers. The programme is designed for mid-level managers with 7-15 years of experience from diverse industries. Apart from sunrise areas like AI, Blockchain, Data Science and Sustainability to drive new age businesses, this immersive one-year programme equips learners with deep knowledge in operations, people acumen, understanding strategy, critical thinking and strategic leadership skills, necessary to drive success in today’s complex business environment. The programme combines cutting-edge residencies, hands-on projects, and in-depth specialisation to accelerate career growth.

Customised & Curated Management Development Programme

IFMR GSB takes pride in offering a comprehensive range of customised management development programmes, strategically designed around focused goals. The programme is created by industry experts using current and contemporary pedagogy ensuring impact on both short term and long term performance. These programmes are tailored to build specific competencies in the learners, supporting their continuous learning and growth. The competency-based modules are delivered by highly acclaimed faculty from IFMR GSB, and industry practitioners who align their sessions with the required competencies, using interactive and engaging pedagogies in online, and hybrid formats. 



The courses range from a few days to several months. They cover various areas including preparing 
high-potential  employees for future leadership roles. Leading from the middle, is a unique leadership programme for the middle managers to help them  to upgrade their skills consistent with evolving industry and market, and ensuring future readiness in areas ranging from Finance, Strategy, Operations, People Management, Data Science, and Sustainability. The sectors covered are conglomerates, manufacturing, banking, technology, automotive and more.


Pg Programmes

Certificate Courses 

The certificate programmes are short-duration programmes that provide focused knowledge in specific areas ranging from blockchain, FinTech, strategy, leadership, and more. These courses invite participants across diverse industries seeking focussed knowledge, networking opportunities, and leveraging continuous learning opportunities apart from earning the prestigious certificate from IFMR GSB. The programmes are designed to cater  to different target groups including aspiring professionals and established managers, helping them adopt and leverage these knowledge themes for greater business efficiency.

Executive MBA 

The EMBA programme is strategically designed to enable you to take the next step in your career, whether advancing within your current organisation, pursuing a more promising role with a new employer, changing sectors or functions, or starting your own company. The UGC-approved executive education MBA programme taught by acclaimed faculty and industry leaders combines domain expertise, research, and consulting experience. IFMR GSB has curated this modular programme specifically for senior corporate executives with more than 7 years’ experience in the field. The course leverages psychometric assessment, current pedagogies, peer interaction, and fireside chats that accelerate learning and career growth.

L&T MBA

The L&T MBA is for high-performing L&T employees who have been hand-picked by L&T as high-potential managers. It is a 2-year MBA programme with 9-day residential learning per trimester x 8 Quarters

Course Calendar

Details of various programmes on offer, alongside eligibility, duration and more.

Programme Name Eligibility Duration Venue
Fintech 0-5 years of 
experience 3 months (36 hrs) Online
Block Chain 0-5 years of 
experience 3 months (36 hrs) Online
Leadership Mastery Mid-senior (12-15 years of experience) 2 days Krea University 
Admin Office
AMP 5+ years of 
experience 11 months Krea University 
Admin Office
E-MBA 5-10 years of 
experience 2 years Krea University 
Sri City Campus

Faculty & mentors 

The world-class faculty consists of renowned industry leaders,, veteran academic researchers, and strategy experts, all PhDs with relevant work experience.

Clients

Here are some of the clients that the Executive Education team has worked/are working with

Meet our team

Aswin Kumar

Head, Business Development

Aswin Kumar has three decades of leadership experience in executive education, HR and recruitment with organisations such as IFMR Trust, Adecco, and SHV Energy.

Kunal Dhawan

Head, Outreach

Kunal Dhawan brings two decades of experience in B2B and B2C business development and client management across organisations such as ISB, HCL, D&B, and ABN Amro Bank.

GET IN TOUCH

If you may be interested in any of the programmes or would like a customised module, please contact

V Aswin Kumar

Head, Business Development



Send an email to

Kunal Dhawan

Head, Outreach



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Executive Education

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