Executive Certificate in Leadership & Strategic Communication
With faculty from the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) This program is designed for professionals who aspire to lead with influence, clarity, and strategic foresight. Through a blend of IIM-style case-based learning, communication labs, and leadership simulations, participants gain actionable insights to drive organizational success.
Admission Deadlines
- Early Bird Deadline: 15th of every month
- Regular Deadline: 5th October 2025
- Final Deadline: 20th October 2025
Key Highlights
- 110 hours of total learning, including 48 hours of instructor-led training.
- Leadership simulation labs for decision-making and crisis management.
- Case-based methodology guided by IIM professors.
- 2 real-world strategic communication projects.
- Designed for mid to senior-level professionals.
About Program
The program spans 6 months (110 days), offering a structured pathway through 6 industry-aligned modules focused on advanced security and DevSecOps practices.
Live Instructor-Led Training: 72 hours of expert-led, interactive sessions.
Self-Paced Learning: 48 hours of lab work, curated readings, and assignments.
Mode of Learning: Online ILT with real-time instructor guidance.
Lab Type: Cloud Labs with a Security Sandbox and DevSecOps pipelines for hands-on skill application.
Capstone Project: Mandatory implementation project in DevSecOps, simulating real-world scenarios.
Internship: Available but not mandatory.
Credits: 12 academic credits.
All sessions, course materials, assessments, and learner interactions are conducted in English, ensuring global standardization and accessibility for diverse participants.
- Mid-level IT professionals (DevOps, SysAdmin, SREs)
- Cybersecurity analysts transitioning to cloud-based roles
- Cloud engineers wanting to enhance security practices
- Security architects building CI/CD-aware solutions
- Fresh engineering grads with a strong interest in cybersecurity
Course Curriculum
Modules designed to meet current industry standards.
01
Foundations of Leadership & Strategy
02
Strategic Communication & Influence
03
Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
04
Leading Change in Organizations
05
Crisis Management & Decision-Making
06
Business Storytelling for Leaders
07
Capstone: Real-world leadership strategy project.
What You’ll Learn
Essential Skills & Tools for Leading Projects in the Digital Age
Strategic thinking, Executive communication, Crisis management, Negotiation strategies,
Team leadership, Stakeholder influence.
Leadership Communication Models, Harvard Negotiation Framework,
Situational Leadership, Business Storytelling, Conflict Resolution Techniques.







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Real People. Real Results
Real stories of career growth, skill mastery, and success after MSM Grad programs.
Aparna S.
FMCG Senior Marketing Manager
I didn’t join to gather buzzwords; I joined to improve executive communication. I had to frame decisions with trade-offs rather than just slides because of the 48-hour live sessions and IIM-style cases. I came away from the uncomfortably realistic crisis simulation with a two-page communications playbook and a clear escalation map. Our quarterly reviews are more rigorous, and cross-functional discussions remain focused on the problem rather than the individual. It’s not magic.
Raghav M.
IT Services Delivery Lead
The transition of the delivery lead into senior stakeholder positions (IT services)
I finally had structure thanks to the negotiation module, which covered BATNA planning, framing, and who to brief when. By aligning the stakeholder map and pre-reads, we were able to reduce the approval cycle from 12 days to 8 days in one renewal. I was able to practice having tough conversations in the labs before I actually had them. The 110-hour schedule worked well with my job, and the two practical projects forced me to be honest about results rather than showmanship.
Real People. Real Results
Real stories of career growth, skill mastery, and success after MSM Grad programs.
Aparna S.
FMCG Senior Marketing Manager
I didn’t join to gather buzzwords; I joined to improve executive communication. I had to frame decisions with trade-offs rather than just slides because of the 48-hour live sessions and IIM-style cases. I came away from the uncomfortably realistic crisis simulation with a two-page communications playbook and a clear escalation map. Our quarterly reviews are more rigorous, and cross-functional discussions remain focused on the problem rather than the individual. It’s not magic.
Raghav M.
IT Services Delivery Lead
The transition of the delivery lead into senior stakeholder positions (IT services)
I finally had structure thanks to the negotiation module, which covered BATNA planning, framing, and who to brief when. By aligning the stakeholder map and pre-reads, we were able to reduce the approval cycle from 12 days to 8 days in one renewal. I was able to practice having tough conversations in the labs before I actually had them. The 110-hour schedule worked well with my job, and the two practical projects forced me to be honest about results rather than showmanship.
Designed for Ambitious Professionals
- Mid-career managers preparing for senior roles.
- Entrepreneurs seeking stronger leadership communication.
- Professionals in cross-functional or client-facing leadership roles.
35%+ average salary hike reported within 12 months.
Average post-completion salary: ₹9–₹20 LPA.
Expanded eligibility for strategic leadership positions.
Designed for Ambitious Professionals
- Mid-career managers preparing for senior roles.
- Entrepreneurs seeking stronger leadership communication.
- Professionals in cross-functional or client-facing leadership roles.
35%+ average salary hike reported within 12 months.