Leap, Potential Leadership

LEAP: Executive PG Certification (EPGC) in Leadership and Management

LEAP (Learn-Evolve-Achieve-Perform) is a comprehensive postgraduate certification program for industry executives, to enhance leadership and management capabilities. The program prepares executives to advance swiftly and assume higher leadership roles within the organisations. Tailored for business professionals in the mid/early stages of their careers, the curriculum provides a holistic view of the enterprise ecosystem, focusing on strategic business insights, functional knowledge, and continuous business transformation to stay future-ready.

Key Highlights

Cutting-edge programs for thought leadership Personalised to meet your organisation's needs

Future-ready perspectives for business excellence
Transformative AI-led use cases

New-age modular curriculum
Hybrid and flexible delivery for an immersive learning experience

Mentorship for leadership development Developing talent for Change

Program Details

Program Duration: 10 Months (customizable per client requirements)
Teaching Hours: 300 hours of live interactive teaching plus equivalent self-learning hours
Physical Immersions: Two sessions

First immersion (program kick-off and introductions) of 5 hours at UPES campus/Client site/Offsite

Second immersion (program convocation and certificate award) of 10 hours at UPES campus

Pedagogy:

Online Live Lectures: Interactive, real-time sessions with program faculty.
Industry Experience Sharing: Insights from industry professionals on key topics.
Case Studies: Analysis and discussion of real-world business scenarios.
Group Discussions: Collaborative idea exchange and problem-solving.
Participant Presentations: Development of communication and presentation skills.
Individual Assignments: Reinforcement of learning through practical tasks.
Group Projects: Team-based assignments for collaborative learning.
Capstone Project: Comprehensive project to demonstrate and apply program concepts.

Who is this program for?

Young industry executives in the mid/early stages of their careers, aiming to prepare for higher responsibilities and faster career growth.

Curriculum

Leadership and Change

Understanding Leadership in business organizations
Leading Change, Navigating Complexity and Fluidity
The 10X Entrepreneurial Mindset
Leadership lessons from Sports

Management Competencies

Marketing and Product Management
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
HR for Non-HR Managers
Strategic Learning & Development
Project Management
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Economics for Everyday Life
Basic Statistics
Design Thinking

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Persuasive Story Telling
Negotiation Skills
Conflict Management
Critical Thinking, Writing, and Presentation Skills

New-Age Skills in the Age of AI

AI Fundamentals for Managers
Fundamentals of Business Analytics
Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies
Future of Work

Group Capstone Project

Program Wrap-up, Key Take aways (presentations by participants), Social Event and Convocation with award of EPGCP certificates

Learning Outcomes

The program aims to nurture young industry professionals to take on higher responsibilities within their organisations. Specific objectives include:

Developing a holistic view of business and strategic organisational goals.
Understanding the complexities and fluidity of the modern business landscape.
Gaining functional knowledge across various business areas to create synergies and competitive advantages.
Enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Recognising that continuous business transformation is vital for future readiness.

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