CHROs Batch 01

Post Graduate Certificate Programme for

Emerging Chief Human Resource Officers

  • 3 Days of On-Campus Module
  • IIMI Executive Education Alumni Status
  • Get a Certificate of Completion by IIM-Indore

Live Online Lectures

Every Sunday : IST 2:30 pm to 6:45 pm

Fees

INR 3,82,000 + GST

Duration

12 Months*

Mode of Instruction

English

Eligibility

5+Years Work Experience
50% Marks in UG/PG

Programme
Overview

The CHRO programme offers a comprehensive journey into developing strategic Human Resources leadership capabilities. Participants develop advanced decision-making skills, aligning human capital strategies with organizational goals. Emphasis is placed on developing effective communication skills for leading HR initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture. Expertise is cultivated in contemporary HR trends, legal compliance, and ethical considerations. With a results-driven mindset, participants are trained to optimize organizational performance, making a lasting impact as dynamic Chief Human Resources Officers in the evolving landscape of HR management.

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Programme
Objective

The programme aims to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and strategic skills essential for effective leadership in human resources management. It focuses on cultivating a deep understanding of contemporary HR challenges, honing decision-making abilities, fostering innovative talent management strategies, and developing the interpersonal skills necessary to lead HR initiatives within organizations. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will gain the expertise needed to drive organizational success by optimizing human capital and creating a workplace culture conducive to both employee satisfaction and overall business objectives.

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Develop strategic HR leadership skills for aligning human capital strategies with organizational goals.

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Enhance decision-making with a focus on data-driven insights and innovative talent management practices.

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Strengthen interpersonal and communication skills to lead HR initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture.

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Foster a results-driven mindset to optimize organizational performance through effective HR management.

Accomplishing these objectives empowers participants to navigate complexities with confidence, lead HR initiatives effectively, and foster a thriving workplace culture. Expertise in HR trends, legal compliance, and ethical considerations ensures informed decision-making. At the same time, a results-driven mindset positions them as influential Chief Human Resources Officers adept at optimizing organizational performance in dynamic environments.

Programme
Takeaways

Participants in the CHRO programme will leave with a holistic skill set and strategic perspective essential for success in the realm of Human Resources. They will gain advanced decision-making capabilities, refined communication skills, and expertise in navigating contemporary HR challenges. The programme's takeaways include a deep understanding of ethical considerations, legal compliance, and the ability to foster a positive workplace culture. Graduates will be equipped to optimize organizational performance and lead as influential Chief Human Resources Officers.

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Advanced decision-making capabilities for strategic HR leadership.

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Refined communication skills for effective HR initiative leadership.

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Expertise in contemporary HR trends, legal compliance, and ethical considerations.

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A results-driven mindset for optimizing organizational performance.

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Deep understanding of fostering a positive workplace culture.

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Ability to navigate complex HR challenges with confidence.

Who'll Get The Benefits?

  • HR Professionals with more than 5 years of experience.
  • Ideal for HR professionals aspiring to influence organizational success.
  • Suited for professionals transitioning into HR leadership or aiming to deepen their expertise in contemporary HR challenges, preparing them for roles such as Chief Human Resources Officers.

What Does This
Programme Cover?

Module 01

Strategic HR Leadership in the Digital Age

  • Understanding the impact of digital transformation on HR practices
  • Harnessing HR technology for improved efficiency and decision-making
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • International Strategy
Module 02

Building Agile and Resilient HR Teams

  • Fostering agility and adaptability within HR functions
  • Nurturing a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
  • Developing leadership skills to guide HR teams’ change
Module 03

Strategic workforce
planning

  • Identifying and attracting top talent in a competitive market
  • Implementing effective onboarding and talent development programmes
  • Creating a robust succession planning framework for key leadership positions
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Module 04

Leading Culture and Managing Change

  • What Kind of Leader Are You?
  • Generating a Compelling Vision: The Science Behind Creativity and Cascading
  • Making Your Vision a Reality: The Science Behind Culture and Communication
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Module 05

Employee Experience and Well-Being

  • Designing employee-centric experiences to enhance engagement
  • Promoting work-life balance and mental health support
  • Measuring and improving employee well-being for organizational success
Module 06

Navigating Labour Laws and Ethical HR Practices

  • Staying compliant with evolving labour laws and regulations
  • Upholding ethical standards in HR decision-making and practices
  • Mitigating legal risks and ensuring fair treatment of employees
Module 07

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategies for Impact

  • Developing a comprehensive DEI strategy to foster an inclusive culture
  • Promoting diversity in recruitment, leadership, and decision-making
  • Leveraging DEI as a driver of innovation and business success
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Module 08

Strategic Employee Engagement and Retention

  • Measuring employee engagement and understanding drivers of satisfaction
  • Designing targeted retention strategies for critical talent segments
  • Creating an engaging employee value proposition to attract and retain top talent
Module 09

Performance Management for Optimal Organizational Impact

  • Redefining performance management for continuous feedback and growth
  • Aligning individual goals with organizational objectives
  • Using performance data to drive strategic HR and business decisions
Module 10

HR Analytics and Data-Driven Insights

  • Building HR analytics capabilities to extract actionable insights
  • Utilizing data for evidence-based decision-making and predictive modelling
  • Applying data-driven insights to optimize HR processes and initiatives
Module 11

Strategic HR Business Partnering

  • Strengthening HR's role as a strategic partner for business leaders
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to drive organizational success
  • Communicating HR’s value proposition to gain leadership buy-in
Module 12

Capstone Project

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Why should you invest
in this programme?

  • Utilizing a proven pedagogy developed by the esteemed faculty at IIM-I, refined through industry Programmes offered over the past two decades.
  • Successful completion of the Programme bestows participants with the esteemed IIM Indore Executive Education Alumni status.
  • Participants will experience 3 days of Intensive Learning at the IIM Indore Campus, situated atop a scenic hillock conducive to contemplative learning.
  • The Programme incorporates insightful use cases and a discussion-led, hands-on learning approach, culminating in a Capstone Project.
  • The Programme facilitates networking opportunities with industry peers.
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Pedagogy

  • Interactive Case and Discussion Methods.
  • Hands-on assignments, projects, and simulations for applied learning and analytical processes.
  • Balancing theory and practice, enabling multi-dimensional programme analyses through immersive experiences.

On-campus Module

  • The 1-year programme includes 3 days of Intensive Learning at the IIM Indore Campus, situated atop a scenic hillock for contemplative learning.

Faculty
Coordinators

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Professor Ranjeet Nambudiri

Dr. Ranjeet Nambudiri, a Professor in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at IIM Indore, has helped various key roles, including Dean (Administration) and Dean (Programmes). With over 25 years of industry and academic experience, he completed his Doctoral Programme at IIM Ahmedabad. Recognized globally, he was nominated for the EIU Business Professor of the Year Award 2012 and received the “Best Teacher” award at IIM Indore in 2013. His co-authored paper earned the Outstanding Research Paper award at the Emerald Literati 2023 awards.

Dr. Ranjeet’s expertise lies in high-performance work systems, change management, and organizational restructuring. He has conducted 400+ training programmes for diverse audiences and authored cases and research papers published in top international journals. His consulting interests include leadership theory, diversity and inclusion, and firm performance.

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Professor Prakriti Soral

Dr. Prakriti Soral is a faculty member in the area of Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management at the Indian Institute of Management Indore. She has her Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode. She teaches doctoral, graduate, and executive courses. Her teaching interests include Human Resource Management and Crisis Management. Her research interests include occupational stigma, identity work, coping, performance management, and knowledge hiding. She has published in several international journals of repute. Her doctoral thesis was shortlisted for the Relevant and Responsible Research Award at the European Academy of Management (EURAM) doctoral conference, held in Winterthur, Switzerland.

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Evaluation and Certification

The progress of participants will be continuously assessed through quizzes, assignments, tests, and examinations. Participants must achieve a minimum score/grade, determined by the institute, to successfully complete the course.

The IIM Indore
Advantage

IIM Indore ranked 4th best among the IIMs, and 5th best among the business schools in India, having received the prestigious Triple Crown accreditations from AMBA (UK), AACSB (USA), and EQUIS (European Union). The institute offers a distinct interdisciplinary learning approach, focusing on participant-centered management education that seamlessly merges concepts, tools, techniques, and perspectives to address real-world challenges. Renowned for excellence in education and research, IIM-I employs contemporary pedagogies and leading-edge content to encompass emerging management domains.

  • IIM Indore is among the top 4 IIMs in the country and among the top 100 MBA school
  • Among the 1% of MBA schools globally to be bestowed with the prestigious ‘triple crown’ by global MBA institute accreditation bodies
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Alumni Status

The participants who complete the programme successfully will be eligible for the Executive Education Alumni status of IIM Indore. They will be required to apply separately along with the necessary fee to register their name. Current alumni membership plans are as follows:

2 Year Membership

Rs.1000

+ applicable taxes

lifetime Membership

Rs.10,000

+ applicable taxes

Benefits Available to
Executive Education Alumni:

  • 01Communication of brochures and newsletters from IIM Indore
  • 02Access to the IIM Indore Campus Library (onsite access only)
  • 03The official email ID of the institute
  • 04ID Card

Mere successful completion of the programme, application submission, and fee do not entitle a participant to be eligible for executive education alumni status. IIM Indore reserves the right to confer or withhold executive education alumni status.

IIM Indore reserves the right to modify the above conditions at its discretion at any time without notice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Attendance Criteria?

Participants are expected to attend all sessions of a given course. Participants may take leave on account of emergencies, subject to the approval of the Programme Coordinator. However, a 75% minimum attendance requirement would be considered for the final grading.

Why is CHRO's role becoming strategic in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape?

Modern CHROs are increasingly expected to exhibit leadership acumen and contribute strategically across various business functions, similar to how CFOs handle finance, COOs manage operations and CMOs oversee marketing. The increasing focus on discovering business value through people management underscores the evolving nature of their responsibilities. Continuous reinvention is imperative for CHROs to push the envelope and navigate macroeconomic, social, geopolitical, climate, consumer, labour and technological changes, ensuring their ability to lead proactively and contribute strategically to organizational success.

Why must you enroll in the Emerging CHROs programme from IIM Indore?

HR has often been overlooked as a lever for business impact. The Post Graduate Certificate Programme for Emerging Chief Human Resource Officers from IIM Indore addresses this gap by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed for HR professionals to elevate their strategic contributions. The programme aims to empower HR professionals with advanced skills in strategic management, leadership, talent management, employee engagement, legal compliance, and technology integration. By bridging the gap between traditional HR practices and business strategy, this programme equips participants to get into leadership roles and play a pivotal role in driving organizational success.

How does the programme prepare CHROs for a more dynamic and impactful leadership role?

The programme extends beyond traditional human capital management by emphasising the discovery of business value through the integration of people management. This approach recognises the critical role HR professionals play in organisational success. By equipping CHROs with strategic leadership skills, the programme ensures they can optimise organisational performance and cultivate a positive workplace culture. This holistic perspective aligns HR strategies with broader business objectives, fostering a more dynamic and impactful leadership role for CHROs.

What are the key takeaways or essential insights participants will gain from this HR leadership course?

HR professionals can expect to enhance their strategic management and leadership skills, aligning HR practices with organizational goals. The programme covers talent acquisition, employee engagement, legal compliance and technology integration, providing valuable insights for effective HR management. Participants will likely gain knowledge in diversity and inclusion, conflict resolution and performance management. Additionally, the programme emphasizes data-driven decision-making, empowering HR professionals to use analytics for informed organizational strategies. Overall, attendees will leave with a comprehensive skill set to address contemporary HR challenges and lead as influential Chief Human Resources Officers.

What are the eligibility requirements for enrolling in the programme?

The program enhances HR professionals' strategic management and leadership skills, covering talent acquisition, employee engagement, legal compliance, and technology integration. Participants gain insights into diversity and inclusion, conflict resolution, and performance management. Emphasizing data-driven decision-making, the program empowers HR professionals with analytics for informed strategies. Attendees leave with a comprehensive skill set to address contemporary HR challenges and lead as influential Chief Human Resources Officers.

Explain the fee structure and the payment plan

Programme Fees

  • Application fee (Non-refundable): INR 2,500 + GST
  • Programme fee: INR 3,82,000 + GST Installment schedule
  • Payable amount Commitment fee INR 10,000 + GST
  • Installment I INR 95,000 + GST
  • Installment II INR 95,000 + GST
  • Installment III INR 95,000 + GST
  • Installment IV INR 87,000 + GST

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Fee Structure

Fee Towards acDeadline Amount
Commitment Fee At the time of acceptance of the offer Letter of Admission ₹ 10,000
Programme Fee (1st Installment) Payable at the time of admission (excluding GST) ₹ 95,000
Programme Fee (2nd Installment) Payable within 3 months of admission (excluding GST) ₹ 95,000
Programme Fee (3rd Installment) Payable within 6 months of admission (excluding GST) ₹ 95,000
Programme Fee (4th Installment) Payable within 9 months of admission (excluding GST) ₹ 87,000
Total Fees Exclusive of Application
Fee & GST
- ₹ 3,82,000