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INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) – India
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Shape your future — and your company’s success
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) – India is a one-year part-time general management and business leadership programme. Now in its 15th year, ILPSE offers an integrated leadership journey blending the visionary mindset of entrepreneurship with the strategic acumen and cross-functional expertise essential for becoming an impactful leader. With an extraordinary record of success, this transformative programme will prepare you for senior management roles and provide a timely boost for your career.
While the programme is designed specifically for the Indian context, it equips participants with a wider global perspective that is crucial in today’s interconnected business world while also preparing them to thrive in an artificial intelligence (AI)-dominated future.
The programme offers an outstanding peer group, immersions across INSEAD’s global campuses and tailored career support.
A journey that redefines leadership
Key learning outcomes
Think and act strategically in a global economy
Build strategic thinking skills to navigate economic shifts, emerging markets and global competition. Learn to anticipate disruption and position the business for growth.
Build breadth and depth in functional expertise
Deepen the understanding in finance, marketing, operations and cross-functional management to drive integrated decision-making.
Harness innovation, AI and technology
Explore how AI, digital transformation and emerging technologies are reshaping industries. Learn to embed innovation into strategy and leverage tech for a competitive advantage.
Lead self and teams with clarity
Develop deep self-awareness and a distinctive leadership style. Strengthen team leadership through coaching, feedback and behavioural action plans.
Expand influence and interpersonal effectiveness
Strengthen skills in negotiation, persuasion and stakeholder management to inspire action across diverse teams and networks.
Lead change in global contexts
Apply leadership frameworks tuned to emerging markets while engaging global perspectives.
Who is this programme for?
ILPSE is ideal for participants with significant management experience who aspire to transform their leadership impact, broaden their business scope or prepare for major career transitions. The programme is designed for individuals who have demonstrated leadership and want to advance within their current organisations, launch new ventures or transition to more strategic roles.
Senior corporate leaders who aspire to move beyond functional excellence, stepping into broader leadership roles and driving organisational change at the highest level.
Entrepreneurs and business owners of small or large businesses who seek to reinforce their management skills and expand their vision while aspiring to innovate, scale their ventures and harness global best practices to redefine business.
Transitioning leaders with an ambition to reimagine their professional trajectory and ready themselves for disruption and new opportunities, whether seeking promotions, new industry entries or entrepreneurial launches.
High-impact professionals from specialised sectors who aspire to leverage business education for transformative leadership, operational excellence and to prepare for roles demanding multidisciplinary skills.
Programme highlights: why should you consider the programme?
Leadership development
Deepen your leadership capabilities through experiential modules on personal leadership, 360-degree feedback and assessments, one-on-one coaching and a leadership action plan.
Global business insights
Analyse global case studies and real-world examples for valuable insights into international business practices and trends.
International immersions
Broaden your horizons with week-long immersions on Europe and Asia Campuses for an exceptional international educational experience.
World-class faculty
Experience transformative learning from more than 19 distinguished faculty and guest speakers, and leverage INSEAD's global thought leadership.
Workplace application
Apply the learnings to your workplace through a comprehensive action plan and application assignments.
Global alumni network
Build an enriching network by being part of more than 72,000-strong INSEAD global alumni community.
INSEAD alumni status
Graduate with INSEAD alumni status, and become eligible to join national alumni associations across the globe.
Comprehensive curriculum
The design and curriculum of the ILPSE are derived from the extensive experience of INSEAD, recognising that a participant’s success hinges on the mastery of three key dimensions of leadership – leading self, leading teams and leading organisations.
Each module builds on the three core dimensions of leadership and shows how closely they relate to one another. The programme’s design helps you make sense of your wider context – from industry trends and economic shifts to new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), geopolitics and generational change – and apply those insights to leading yourself, your teams and your organisation.
Progress in individual's journey requires transitioning from being a successful individual contributor to a leader who can motivate and manage their teams to generate collective success for the organisation. The curriculum in this pillar of the programme focuses on providing you with the skills that are foundational for influencing others and creating successful teams.
Influence and persuasion
Leading people and teams
Change management
Judgement and decision-making
Negotiations
Leadership communication
The curriculum for this pillar of the programme focuses on providing you with cutting-edge knowledge encompassing all aspects of general management and frameworks for understanding the implications of contemporary macro- and micro-level developments. It progressively establishes the connections across these different domains and culminates in a capstone simulation during the final module of the programme, where you compete to successfully build and grow a profitable business.
Strategy
Marketing
AI and Digital transformation
Innovation and design thinking
Game theory
Accounting, finance and private equity
Macroeconomics
Operations and supply chain management
Capstone general management simulation
Organisation design in the age of AI
Corporate governance
Self-awareness plays a pivotal role in the journey of personal growth and development. Accomplished leaders possess a profound understanding of their identity and motivations, allowing them to govern themselves adeptly and engage others productively. This pillar of the programme focuses on providing you with the tools for introspection, feedback solicitation and cultivation of a personal leadership agenda. These tools will empower you to challenge yourself and be an effective leader.
Personal leadership agenda
Unconscious group dynamics – beneath the surface
Networking and social capital
Emotions and emotional intelligence
Managing leadership transition
INSEAD Global Executive Leadership Mirror (GELM) – 360 degree feedback and leadership coaching Individual development plan
Digital leadership tools in practice
Gain hands-on exposure to practical use of AI tools and cutting-edge business technologies through immersive modules and real-world casework integrated throughout the curriculum. These tools are not learned in isolation; rather they are woven into broader leadership development. This approach ensures that learning is immediately relevant and the practical application of technology supports strategic thinking, team leadership and organisational transformation, making technology skills an organic part of executive decision-making and impact.
Proprietary frameworks to elevate your executive leadership
Gain exclusive access to proprietary learning tools and frameworks developed by INSEAD faculty. These unique methodologies, blending leadership, strategy and experiential simulations, empower you to tackle business challenges using unique approaches, taught by those who developed them. The curriculum’s originality ensures you benefit from cutting-edge insights and practical tools for transformative growth in today’s dynamic environment.
Learning journey
Programme enrichment, networking and career support
Individual development plan
An individual development plan (IDP) is a process to help you put to use what you learn to generate better results. It is individual because it is yours – no one else will monitor your performance against the plan. It is about development because it is based on reflection and the actions that you will take based on insights you gain in the programme. It is a plan because it sets forth what you are going to do and what results you expect to see.
Career services
INSEAD is globally recognised by organisations as a renowned source of talent. The programme offers career guidance and a tailor-made approach to help create your career development action plan. This includes a wide range of activities, including self-assessments, career workshops, discussions with industry veterans and career conversations with coaches.
The INSEAD India Business Dialogue
As an integral part of the programme, the annual dialogues bring together industry leaders, experts and INSEAD alumni. Connect with distinguished experts and experienced delegates from India and around the globe as they discuss and debate on varied facets of the Indian economy.
The Entrepreneurial Bootcamp
Tap into your creativity and all that you have learnt in the programme to develop an original business idea and create an action plan to bring it to fruition.
The Phoenix Encounter
In this dynamic group exercise, you will put a hypothetical business model to the test, react to forces of disruption, and collaborate with your peers to create a strategic blueprint to see it rise "from the ashes".
Participant testimonials
Alumni status
With over 72,000 alumni distributed across 179 countries with 169 nationalities, our alumni are citizens of the world.
Eligibility to join national alumni associations across the globe
Networking and professional development opportunities
Invitations to regional events
Reduced rates for Executive Education programmes
Programme directors
Professor of Marketing, The Unilever Chaired Professor of Marketing
Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise
Meet the faculty
Associate Professor at ESCP Europe; Executive Coach at the INSEAD Global Leadership Centre
Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise; Academic Co-Director, Global Private Equity Initiative (GPEI)
Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise
Professor of Strategy
Professor of Economics, The Shell Fellow of Economic Transformation
Professor of Strategy
Professor of Management Practice in Organisational Behaviour
Guest lecturer with a range of specialist executive education programmes for INSEAD
Professor of Organisational Behaviour; The Cora Chaired Professor of Leadership and Learning
Visiting faculty members
Professor of Operations Management and Associate Dean, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University
Senior Associate Dean for Undergraduate and Master's Programs; Senior Lecturer, Accounting and Law, MIT Sloan School of Management
Founding Partner, Pluris Value Lecturer, INSEAD; Lecturer, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore
Professor of Leadership and Strategy, Antwerp Management School
Distinguished Teaching Fellow, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business
Professor of Corporate Finance and Head of Economics and Finance, Ecole des Ponts; Visiting scholar at INSEAD Social Innovation Centre
Professor, Division of Leadership, Management and Organisation; Nanyang Technological University
Professor and Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship, IESE Business School
VOYA Financial Chair and Professor of Marketing at the University of Connecticut School of Business
Past Participant Profile
The diversity of participants is critical to the learning experience. Our participants come from a wide range of functions, industries, backgrounds, organisations and life experiences. What they all share in common:
- Proven leadership potential
- Strong achievement, drive and motivation
- Depth of business experience (minimum of ten years, with significant time in management)
- Recognised career progress
- Enthusiasm for learning and intellectual development
Work Experience
Top Industries
Top Countries
Where Past Learners Come From
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The list of companies is only indicative and not exhaustive.
Schedule
Date | Location | |
|---|---|---|
Module 1 | 8 – 14 August 2026 | On campus | Singapore |
Module 2.1 | 1 – 30 September 2026 | Virtual |
Module 2.2 | 3 October, 10 October, 14 November and 21 November 2026 | Live virtual |
Module 3 | 28 November – 4 December 2026 | In person | Mumbai |
Module 4 | 16 January and 23 January 2027 | Live virtual |
Module 5 | 13 – 19 February 2027 | On campus | Singapore |
Module 6.1 | 1 March – 31 May 2027 | Live virtual (optional) |
Module 6.2 | 10 April – 30 April 2027 | Online – Asynchronous |
Module 7 | 17 April, 24 April and 1 May 2027 | Live virtual |
Module 8 | 22 – 28 May 2027 | In person | Mumbai |
Module 9 | 5 June, 12 June and 26 June 2027 | Live virtual |
Module 10 | 3 July – 10 July 2027 | On campus | Fontainebleau |
Note: Topics and programme schedule are subject to change for reasons beyond the control of INSEAD.
FAQs
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is a one-year, part-time general management and business leadership programme designed to prepare senior professionals for impactful leadership roles. The programme combines a global perspective with insights tailored to the Indian context, helping participants strengthen their strategic thinking, leadership capabilities and general management skills through on-campus immersions, virtual modules and experiential learning.
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is designed for accomplished professionals with a minimum of ten years of work experience, including significant time in management. It is ideal for individuals with proven leadership potential, strong achievement and motivation and a desire for continuous learning and development.
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) includes:
Nine modules delivered over one year in a part-time format;
A blend of on-campus, in-person, virtual, live virtual and asynchronous sessions;
Three on-campus immersions on the INSEAD Asia Campus and Europe Campus;
Two in-person modules in Mumbai; and
Multiple live virtual modules.
This general management programme blends on-campus learning with virtual sessions.
No, translation devices or services are not allowed or supported in the programme. Participants are expected to have proficiency in English in order to fully engage with the programme materials and discussions.
An integral part of the INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is the individual development plan (IDP), which helps participants translate learning into measurable professional growth. It is a personalised process built around reflection and action, enabling participants to identify their development goals and apply programme insights to achieve tangible results. The IDP encourages continuous self-assessment, setting clear objectives and tracking progress to enhance leadership effectiveness and business impact.
To prepare for general management and senior leadership roles, professionals need broad business exposure, strong leadership skills and a global mindset. The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) helps experienced managers develop these capabilities through:
A comprehensive curriculum covering key areas of general management, strategy and leadership;
Experiential learning focused on leading self, teams and organisations;
On-campus immersions on the INSEAD Asia Campus and Europe Campus and in-person sessions in Mumbai, India, for an international perspective; and
Real-world application through action plans and assignments integrated throughout the programme.
This holistic approach equips participants with the knowledge, perspective and confidence to take on senior leadership responsibilities.
A successful transition into general management requires developing a broad understanding of business functions, strategic decision-making and leadership effectiveness. The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) provides a structured pathway through:
A comprehensive general management curriculum covering strategy, leadership and organisational growth;
Experiential learning focused on leading self, leading teams and leading organisations;
Global and cross-functional exposure through immersive modules across the INSEAD Asia Campus and Europe Campus; and
Peer learning and collaboration with accomplished professionals from diverse industries.
This integrated approach helps participants gain the perspective and confidence needed to step into senior general management roles.
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is open to experienced professionals from diverse industries, functions and backgrounds who have a:
Minimum of ten years of professional experience (including significant time in management roles); and
Keen interest in learning, self-development and leadership growth.
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) stands out for its distinctive blend of global exposure, experiential learning and leadership development. The programme is unique because it:
Combines on-campus learning on the INSEAD Asia Campus and Europe Campus and in-person sessions in Mumbia, India, with live virtual sessions and asynchronous learning;
Features world-class INSEAD faculty and guest speakers delivering cutting-edge insights in strategy, leadership and management;
Offers a diverse peer group of accomplished professionals from various industries and backgrounds for enriching collaboration;
Integrates experiential modules, leadership coaching and a comprehensive individual development plan for personal growth; and
Provides access to INSEAD’s global alumni network of over 72,000 professionals, enhancing lifelong learning and networking opportunities.
This leadership programme equips participants to lead with confidence, navigate complexity and drive organisational success.
Participants of the INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) develop key capabilities in strategic thinking, leadership and general management. The programme enhances self-awareness, decision-making and team leadership while strengthening business acumen through real-world case studies, action plan development, dynamic group exercises and experiential learning. It also builds a global perspective and entrepreneurial mindset through immersive on-campus modules on the INSEAD Asia Campus and Europe Campus and in-person sessions in Mumbai.
Yes. The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is well-suited for professionals from diverse functional, technical or entrepreneurial backgrounds. It is designed for experienced leaders seeking to strengthen their general management and leadership capabilities, regardless of their technical expertise, and to prepare for broader organisational responsibilities.
The INSEAD Leadership Programme for Senior Executives (ILPSE) is designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. It follows a part-time, multi-modular format spread over one year, combining on-campus, in-person, live virtual and asynchronous learning. Each on-campus and in-person module requires a full-time commitment for one week, while virtual modules allow participants to balance their professional responsibilities alongside the programme.
The tuition fee covers teaching, programme materials, live sessions, access to online platforms and most on-campus and in-person meals during the on-campus modules and in-person sessions. The fee does not include accommodation, travel (including international and visa-related expenses) or any other costs not explicitly stated.
You can choose to pay the full programme fee upfront or through an approved instalment plan. Early applicants may also be eligible for tuition benefits. If you are seeking sponsorship from your organisation, a customisable sponsorship template is available.
Connect with an Emeritus programme adviser for a 1:1 session
Email: ILPSE@emeritus.org
Phone:+91 993 031 1295 (India*) | +65 3129 7301 (Singapore) | +971 80 0088601096 (UAE) | +44 1416 732351 (UK) | +1 234 603 6577 (USA) | +52 55965 46131 (LATAM)
*If you are dialing the India number, please make sure to include the first three zeros (000).
We encourage early application due to limited cohort capacity.
Flexible payment options available.
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