An 8-day intensive programme designed to build a new category of educators, one that moves seamlessly between industry and academia. ECP bridges the gap between what industry knows and what academia teaches.
The ECP is designed to build a new category of educators, one that moves seamlessly between industry and academia. ECP bridges the gap between what industry knows and what academia teaches.
Whether you are a senior executive transitioning into academic roles, a faculty member seeking to deepen practical relevance, or a corporate trainer seeking upskilling — the ECP equips you with the tools, frameworks, and AI-powered methods to transform your teaching and leadership.
Junior faculty at newer institutions (e.g., Junior IIMs) and government and national service organisations.
Four intensive modules covering the full spectrum of modern academic practice:
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Architecting a course from scratch | Design |
| Learning objective setting | Outcomes |
| Module sequencing | Structure |
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Writing cases using AI and web resources | Content |
| Case teaching technique | Delivery |
| Facilitating case discussions | Engagement |
| Storytelling for the classroom | Engagement |
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Using LLMs for case development | AI Tools |
| AI-powered course design | Innovation |
| AI-integrated teaching materials and assessments | Application |
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Major business frameworks spanning strategy, marketing, operations, digital systems, organisational change, and finance | Strategy |
| Managing academic enterprises | Leadership |
| Integrating multiple disciplinary lenses | Leadership |
| Four days of intensive leadership training | Practice |
AI is not one tool in the kit. It is a new mode of pedagogical delivery running through every module. At the ECP, you will learn how to reduce the 12-month traditional case study development cycle to days (not months) through:
Educators' Certificate Programme
Duration: 8 days modular — 4 weekends (3 × 2 days + 1 × 2 days)
Spread over: 2 months
Mode: Hybrid / Weekend
Cohort Size: 25–30 participants
Fee: ₹5 lakh
Programme Starts: June 2026
Certification: IIFR + EFMD
Subsidised access (interest-free loans) available for junior faculty at newer institutions and government/national service organisations.
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