Senior Executive Leadership Program—India
Program Overview: Senior Executive Leadership Program—India
To sustain success in today’s rapidly shifting global economy, you need to be a confident decision maker, skilled strategist, global thinker, and effective change agent.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India is designed to accelerate the transformation of experienced senior executives into capable leaders who can drive business success. Delivered in a series of modules in Boston and Mumbai, this business management program can take your leadership skills and career to the next level. Moreover, through personal coaching and special projects, you will address leadership challenges facing you and your organization in four key areas—strategy, leadership, innovation, and globalization.
The program is an unparalleled opportunity to take the next step in your career and make a profound impact on your organization. You will emerge as a stronger leader who can design competitive strategies in a global context, promote continuous innovation, and overcome obstacles to growth.
A Comprehensive Learning Journey
Advance
The program curriculum, designed and taught by HBS faculty, will provide you with the mindset and tactics to excel in your career and drive sustainable growth for your organization.
Discover
With modules in Boston and Mumbai, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in two vibrant tech ecosystems and engage with industry experts and accomplished peers from around the world.
Implement
Through engaging discussions of real-world business cases, small group exercises, and a value mapping strategy project, you will gain the insights to make a powerful impact in your organization.
Key Takeaways
Participate in intensive in-class modules
Learn with the hallmark HBS case method
Work on a value mapping strategy project
Accelerate your growth with a professional HBS Executive Coach
Immerse yourself in living/learning group work
Gain full HBS alumni status
What You Will Learn in the SELPI Program
Interpret global macroeconomic indicators to inform strategic decision making
Analyze geopolitical shifts, institutional strengths/weaknesses, and global industry evolution and their impact on competitive advantage
Determine where to compete and design global operating models for expansion, localization, and integration
Evaluate supply chain, labor, and capital market dynamics using Business, Government & the International Economy (BGIE)
Strengthen global leadership effectiveness through communication and cross-cultural management
Apply principled negotiation frameworks to expand value and manage conflict effectively
Navigate multiparty, cross-cultural, and asymmetric-information deal environments
Develop systematic processes for preparing, executing, and evaluating negotiations
Leverage simulations to test tactics and improve negotiation agility
Balance value creation with long-term relationship management in strategic deals
Design compelling value propositions aligned with customer needs, market demand, and sources of long-term advantage
Apply competitive positioning, industry structure analysis, and scenario planning to guide strategic direction and anticipate competitive shifts
Strengthen decision making using financial analysis and strategic-finance frameworks, including assessing the valuation impact of major initiatives, acquisitions, and divestitures
Communicate strategic priorities effectively to align corporate, business unit, and functional strategies for cohesive value creation
Build and sustain enterprise-wide value creation by strengthening systems that support innovation, execution, and organizational learning
Use design-thinking tools to uncover customer needs and prototype high-value solutions
Analyze disruptive innovations and assess their impact on industries and business models
Build organizational systems that encourage experimentation and continuous learning
Evaluate strategies to scale innovation while maintaining operational discipline
Foster a culture that supports creativity and cross-functional collaboration
Design strategic dashboards, performance metrics, and reporting systems aligned with enterprise goals and long-term priorities
Evaluate and align organizational structures, talent systems, incentives, and communication mechanisms to drive clarity, agility, and enterprise-wide performance
Strengthen accountability and governance through transparent performance management and cross-functional coordination
Assess strategic resource allocation and capability-building decisions to support operational excellence and sustained performance
Apply insights from HBS cases to enhance corporate performance and decision making across business cycles
Apply leadership and corporate accountability frameworks to analyze complex leadership dilemmas involving ethics and risk
Balance stakeholder expectations while upholding organizational values and governance
Develop systems that reinforce transparency, accountability, and responsible leadership
Reflect on leadership authenticity, values, and personal purpose
Strengthen your ability to lead responsibly in moments of pressure and ambiguity
Assess the implications of AI, automation, and data-driven technologies on business models.
Evaluate digital ecosystems, platforms, and network-based competitive dynamics.
Lead digital transformation initiatives that enhance customer value and agility.
Develop technology strategies aligned with long-term organizational priorities.
Manage the organizational challenges associated with digital innovation and adoption
Understand the behavioral and structural barriers that impede change
Design holistic transformation strategies integrating people, culture, and systems
Lead through ambiguity by mobilizing commitment and aligning stakeholders
Apply change-management frameworks to sustain momentum and achieve outcomes
Build organizational resilience to navigate continuous disruption and renewal
Special Program Features
Living/learning group work
A modular program creates the opportunity to build close, trusting relationships with a small, diverse group of peer executives who can understand your challenges — but are not part of your organization. Throughout the program, you will work with a small group of peers who will stimulate your learning as you:
Absorb global insights by working with executives from different countries, cultures, and professional backgrounds
Share diverse perspectives as you discuss cases and assignments
Complete small group exercises and projects as a team
Give and receive feedback and advice — both personal and professional — in a safe environment
While on the HBS campus in Boston, you will share social space with your living group, forging relationships that serve as a valuable source of peer feedback, support, and advice.
Professional coaching
Each living group works with a professional coach to optimize group dynamics and maximize the value of the group learning experience. In addition, coaches work with you one-on-one to help you develop a personal leadership style that works for you.
Using the 360-degree leadership assessment and feedback tool as a starting point, your personal coach will work closely with you to identify your strengths, target areas for improvement, and help you develop a personal action plan for ongoing development. All coaching sessions are strictly confidential, giving you the freedom to share your personal goals and professional challenges.
Value mapping strategy project
Throughout the program, you will work on an individual project that addresses a strategic challenge facing your organization.
Utilize a powerful framework for analyzing the value of your offering or business line, considering value from the customer's perspective
Compare your own offering with those of your competitors
Refine your competitive strategy, and develop a short presentation based on feedback from faculty, peers, and your personal coach
Share your value mapping strategy with your organization and team, and develop an action plan for driving the changes that will improve value and sustain success
Self-paced financial accounting course
Between modules one and two, you will engage in an online course to deepen your understanding of key accounting concepts. Working at your own pace, you’ll enhance your ability to perform and oversee essential accounting tasks—from constructing cash flow statements to evaluating the financial health of investment opportunities.
HBS Alumni Status
Join a global community of successful executives. Your HBS experience continues to deliver benefits long after the program ends. Graduates of the Senior Executive Leadership Program—India become alumni of Harvard Business School, joining a network of highly accomplished executives at all stages of their careers. As a lifetime member of the HBS alumni community, you will have access to a range of educational resources and opportunities, including:
The HBS alumni network — tap into a global resource of more than 85,000 MBA and Executive Education alumni in over 160 countries
HBS alumni clubs and associations — connect with members of 93 alumni clubs and associations worldwide at business, learning, social, and community service events
Baker Library/Bloomberg Center Services — access our vast database of management content and thought leadership assets online
A 20 percent discount on regularly priced items, including HBS Press books, Harvard Business Review article reprints, and case studies
A 30 percent discount on our open-enrollment offerings
A lifelong HBS email forwarding address
The HBS Job Board for HBS alumni — access our exclusive job listings to support your career transitions
Alumni-only coaching and career development opportunities, including tools for polishing your resume and networking
Faculty
KRISHNA G. PALEPU is the Ross Graham Walker Professor of Business Administration and has served previously as Senior Advisor to the President of Harvard University and Senior Associate Dean at Harvard Business School. Professor Palepu Chairs the HBS executive education programs Leading Global Businesses and Senior Executive Leadership Program—India.
Krishna G. Palepu
Faculty Chair
Additional Faculty
Dwight P. Robinson, Jr. Professor of Business Administration
Executive Fellow, Harvard Business School
James R. Williston Professor of Business Administration
Edward W. Carter Professor of Business Administration
Lovett-Learned Professor of Business Administration, Anne and James F. Rothenberg Faculty Fellow
Senior Lecturer of Business Administration
James Dinan and Elizabeth Miller Professor of Business Administration
Thomas D. Casserly, Jr. Professor of Business Administration
Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration
James E. Robison Professor of Business Administration
Executive Fellow, Harvard Business School
William Barclay Harding Professor of Business Administration
Baker Foundation Professor, Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration
Volpert Family Associate Professor of Business Administration
Note: The faculty list is subject to change
Who Is the Senior Executive Leadership Program—India For?
Senior executives, senior functional leaders, or general managers with 10+ years of experience assuming new responsibilities or driving new growth initiatives
Leaders from large, established organizations; entrepreneurial ventures — either new organizations or new ventures within established companies; family businesses; multinational firms with an increased presence in South Asia; nonprofit organizations; and government agencies — especially those working closely with the private sector
Past Participant Testimonials
Date and Fee
Program Fee: ₹44,00,000 plus Goods and Service Tax (GST)
Date | Location | |
|---|---|---|
Module 1 | Jan 11 – 22, 2027 | Taj Lands End, Mumbai, India |
Module 2 | May 10 – 21, 2027 | Taj Lands End, Mumbai, India |
Module 3 | August 23 – September 3, 2027 | HBS Campus, Boston, US |
Participants should expect to spend at least 45-50 hours on self-paced case preparation prior to attending Module 1 of the program. Case materials will be made available approximately two weeks prior to program start.
Note: The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.
Application Deadlines
Round 1
Round 2
Round 3
Round 4
Please note that admissions to the program are evaluated on a rolling basis. We strongly recommend interested participants apply early.
Why Harvard Business School Executive Education?
Every year, executives from around the world turn to HBS Executive Education to propel their careers, ignite their passions, and reach their most ambitious goals. Here, you will be fully immersed in a unique living-and-learning experience with other top executives from leading organizations around the world. Led by our world-renowned faculty, our global curriculum is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need to overcome real-world business challenges and lead with greater purpose by questioning assumptions, disrupting usual ways of doing business, and introducing unexpected ways of thinking. During the day, you'll take part in dynamic lectures, case discussions, and exercises. In the evening, you'll continue the conversation with your fellow participants in our unique HBS on-campus living groups, over meals, during off-campus group outings, and in other social settings. Beyond the daily interactions with professors and peers, another critical part of the HBS experience is the ability to step back from your day-to-day routine and reflect on where you've been and where you want to take your career. It's a unique and holistic approach to professional and personal development that many of our alumni and participants have called a life-changing experience.
FAQs
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India (SELPI) is a comprehensive business management program offered by Harvard Business School Executive Education. This executive training is designed to prepare leaders for the evolving business landscape in India, and to diversify economy and encouraging new industries.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India is taught through a series of modules offered in Boston and Mumbai. The program helps executives become more capable leaders who can deliver value in a global context, drive innovation, and build accountable, high-performance organizations. Participants engage with the hallmark HBS case method, complete a Value Mapping Strategy Project, and receive executive coaching throughout the program.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India (SELPI) has a program fee of ₹44,00,000 plus GST. This investment in executive training includes access to world-class HBS faculty, learning experiences across two international locations, executive coaching, and lifetime membership in the Harvard Business School alumni community with its extensive benefits and networking opportunities.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India (SELPI) has specific eligibility requirements that ensure participants can maximize the value of this executive training. The program requires a minimum of 10 years of work experience, and participants should hold senior executive, functional leadership, or general management roles with experience working in the Middle East or with regional partners. The program is designed for leaders from various organizations including large established companies, entrepreneurial ventures, family businesses, multinational firms, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India (SELPI) spans nine months with a unique format that maximizes learning and the development of a global perspective while minimizing consecutive days away from the office. The program consists of three in-person modules requiring just six weeks total away from the office over the course of the nine-month duration. Modules 1 and 2 will take place in Mumbai for four weeks and Module 3 is in the HBS Campus in Boston, United States for 2 weeks. This thoughtfully designed training schedule allows senior executives to maintain their professional responsibilities while participating in this comprehensive leadership program across one module in Boston and two in the Mumbai.
The Senior Executive Leadership Program—India (SELPI) offers significant value through its comprehensive approach and long-term benefits. Key takeaways from this program include strategic thinking and competitive advantage skills, innovation leadership capabilities, authentic and ethical leadership development, enhanced decision-making and negotiation confidence, and a valuable peer network spanning functions, industries, and countries. The training also provides Harvard Business School alumni status with lifetime membership benefits, access to a global network of 85,000+ MBA and HBS Executive Education alumni in 160+ countries, access to 93 HBS alumni clubs and associations worldwide, ongoing career development and coaching opportunities, and discounts on HBS resources and future programs. The combination of world-class faculty, the proven HBS case method, international exposure, executive coaching, and lifelong alumni benefits makes the Senior Executive Leadership Program—India a substantial investment in leadership development and career advancement.
Connect with an Emeritus learning advisor for a 1:1 session
Email: hbs_selpi@emeritus.org
Phone: India* 000 8009191947 | U.S. +1 315 667 1897 | U.K. +44 1233 225154 | U.A.E. +971 80 0088601089 | LATAM +52 55970 70428 | SG +65 3129 8406
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We encourage early application due to limited cohort capacity.
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