The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has opened admissions for the 24th batch of its General Management programme, aimed at professionals from the Middle East, South Asia and Europe. The program is designed to strengthen leadership capacity and management processes across industries and geographies. The eight-month course is accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai and is open to mid-to-senior professionals globally. It combines academic instruction with practical learning through a blended format.
Program structure and delivery
The program consists of 100 blended sessions and includes case studies drawn from Harvard and IIM Ahmedabad. Participants embarked on 10-day campuses in Dubai and Ahmedabad to support peer interaction and professional networking. The curriculum includes modules on organizational effectiveness, innovation, operations, IT and digital strategy, and decision-making. This structure aims to build enterprise-wide thinking and support the transition to senior management roles.
Market trends shape demand.
The leadership development market, valued at USD 82.18 billion in 2024, is projected to reach USD 225.1 billion by 2034, reflecting continued investment in structured learning frameworks. Estimates suggest that artificial intelligence could affect 40 percent of jobs globally, with varying levels of automation and economies of scale. Industry frameworks emphasize technology adoption, governance, workforce optimization and data-driven decision making as key priorities for organizations.
Participant profile and learning style
The previous groups include professionals with more than 8 to 25 years of experience from countries like UAE, Kuwait, USA, Canada, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Participants represent sectors including consulting, engineering, retail, technology, telecom, oil and gas, healthcare and financial services. The program uses a mix of case method teaching, live online sessions, assignments and a capstone project. Participants typically engage in 40 to 50 case studies across industries.
Certification and Results
The course progresses from management fundamentals to advanced strategy and governance topics. Areas covered include finance, marketing, operations, HR, digital transformation, AI and ethics. Participants who complete the program receive a certificate and alumni status from IIM Ahmedabad.
