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Application Closure Date : 28th June 2026
  • Course Duration :

    7 months

  • Course Fees :

    ₹1,50,000 + GST

  • Course Eligibility :

    Graduates (10+2+3) / Diploma holders from any recognized university in any discipline

  • Campus Immersion :

    Two Campus Immersion sessions (one day each) conducted during the programme

  • Schedule :

    Sunday: 10am to 1pm

Executive Programme for Chief of Staff

As organisations evolve in an increasingly dynamic business landscape, the role of the Chief of Staff has emerged as a strategic leadership function that goes far beyond operational coordination. Today's Chief of Staff serves as a trusted advisor, execution partner, and catalyst for organisational alignment, enabling leaders to focus on long-term vision while ensuring strategic priorities translate into measurable outcomes.

The Executive Programme for Chief of Staff offered by CEP, IIT Delhi and organized by the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi is designed to prepare professionals for this evolving role. Covering strategic management, organisational intelligence, financial decision-making, innovation, AI, governance, executive communication, and enterprise-wide execution, the programme offers a multidisciplinary perspective on modern leadership.

Participants will learn from distinguished IIT Delhi faculty while gaining practical insights through case studies, capstone projects, and interactions with industry leaders.

Who Should Apply

This programme is designed for professionals looking to strengthen their strategic leadership capabilities and contribute to executive decision-making.

Mid and Senior-level Professionals
Chief of Staff Aspirants
Executive Assistants Transitioning into Strategic Leadership Roles
Business Consultants and Advisory Professionals
Functional Leaders Working Closely with CXOs
Entrepreneurs and Startup Leaders

Programme Objectives


Build Strategic Thinking:

Develop the ability to translate organisational vision into actionable priorities and support long-term business strategy.

Enable Effective Strategy Execution:

Understand frameworks that drive organisational alignment, performance management, and enterprise-wide execution.

Develop Financial and Business Acumen:

Strengthen decision-making through a practical understanding of financial management, governance, and enterprise risk.

Lead Across Functions:

Build the skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, influence without authority, and drive strategic initiatives across organisations.

Prepare for Future-Ready Leadership:

Gain exposure to digital transformation, artificial intelligence, innovation, and emerging business challenges shaping the future of leadership.

Experiential Learning Approach

The programme combines academic rigour with practical application through:

Live Interactive Sessions by IIT Delhi Faculty

Case-Studies Driven Learning

Group Discussions & Peer Learning

Real-World Problem-Solving Assignments

Business Simulations & Role Plays

Industry Guest Lectures

Capstone Project

Programme Highlights


e-Certificate of successful completion from CEP, IIT Delhi: Earn an IIT Delhi, CEP e-Certificate upon successful completion of the programme.
Nationally Recognised Prestige: Delivered by IIT Delhi, ranked #4 in the Management category by NIRF 2025, this programme strengthens your professional profile with strategic leadership capabilities for enterprise-wide impact.
Comprehensive Curriculum : Gain a multidisciplinary understanding of strategy, finance, organisational leadership, innovation, AI, governance, and fundraising through a carefully structured curriculum designed for the evolving Chief of Staff role.
Learn Through Integrated Case Studies & Capstone Project : Strengthen your strategic thinking by applying concepts to multidisciplinary case studies and a capstone project focused on solving real-world business challenges.
Industry Insights from Business Leaders: Gain practical perspectives through guest sessions by industry practitioners, founders, CXOs, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders, bringing contemporary business challenges into the learning experience.
Learn from Distinguished IIT Delhi Faculty: Benefit from the academic expertise and research-driven insights of experienced faculty from the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi.
Build Executive Leadership Capabilities: Develop the strategic, analytical, financial, and communication skills required to effectively support senior leadership and drive organisational priorities.
Navigate AI-Driven Business Transformation: Gain insights into the evolving role of AI and digital transformation in strategy, innovation, and organisational leadership to stay ahead in a rapidly changing business environment.

Curriculum Structure


Strategic Foundations for the Chief of Staff
  • Strategic Management for Executive Offices
  • Translating Vision into Strategic Priorities
Strategic Analysis, Foresight & Organizational Intelligence
  • Strategic Intelligence, Organizational Learning & Executive Decision Support
  • External Environment Analysis, Competitive Intelligence & Scenario Planning
  • Capability Assessment, Dynamic Capabilities & Resource Orchestration
Strategy Execution & Organizational Alignment
  • Strategy Formulation and Prioritization
  • Strategy Execution through OKRs, Strategic PMOs & Enterprise Alignment
  • Leading Strategic Change & Transformation
Innovation, Collaboration & Growth Strategy
  • Strategic Innovation for Business Growth
  • Design Thinking for Strategic Problem Solving
  • Strategic Partnerships, Ecosystems & Stakeholder Management
Financial Intelligence for Strategic Operators
  • Understanding financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
  • Using financial data for strategic decision-making
  • Capital allocation under uncertainty
  • Budgeting, forecasting and profitability drivers
Four Pillars of Enterprise Risk
  • Four Pillars of enterprise risk (market, credit, operation, liquidity)
  • ERM frameworks & risk culture
  • Corporate governance & board-level risk oversight
Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making
  • Strategic Performance Management, Executive Dashboards & Governance
  • Leading Through Complexity & Uncertainty
  • Executive Communication, Strategic Storytelling & Board Briefing
  • Leading Strategic Initiatives through Influence without Authority
AI, Digital Transformation & Future-Ready Organizations
  • Digital Strategy & Knowledge Management
  • AI, Digital Transformation & the Future of Strategic Management
Fundraising & Investor Relations
  • Overview of venture capital and private equity ecosystem
  • Fundraising lifecycle: preparation to closure
Integrated Multi-Disciplinary Case Studies and Capstone Project
Case Studies
  • Primary and Secondary Markets
  • Inclusive Innovation & Society
  • Risk & Strategic Decision-Making
Capstone Project
  • Strategy Formulation & Recommendation Development
  • Capstone Presentations Day 1 & 2
Note:
The list of Tools/Capstone Projects and Modules are indicative and may be modified at the discretion of the Programme Coordinator.

Assessment & Evaluation

Participants will be evaluated through a comprehensive assessment framework designed to measure conceptual understanding and practical application.

Component Weightage
Readings & Quizzes 20%
Mid-Term Examination 20%
End-Term Examination 30%
Capstone Project 30%
Total 100%

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

Drive Strategic Decision-Making

Apply strategic frameworks to analyse business challenges, evaluate opportunities, and support executive decision-making.

Align Strategy with Execution

Translate organisational priorities into structured initiatives while enabling cross-functional collaboration and organisational alignment.

Strengthen Financial Decision-Making

Interpret financial information and apply financial insights to budgeting, risk assessment, and strategic planning.

Lead Through Influence

Communicate effectively with senior leadership, manage stakeholders, and drive organisational initiatives without formal authority.

Navigate Business Transformation

Leverage innovation, digital transformation, and AI-enabled strategies to contribute to organisational growth and long-term resilience.

Solve Complex Business Challenges

Apply multidisciplinary learning through case studies and a capstone project to develop practical, strategic recommendations.

Build Future-Ready Leadership Capabilities

Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making

Organisational Intelligence & Foresight

AI & Digital Transformation

Financial Intelligence & Risk Management

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Leadership

Innovation & Growth Strategy

Fee Structure


Particulars Amount (₹)
Programme Fee ₹ 1,50,000
GST @ 18% ₹ 27,000
Total Fee ₹ 1,77,000
Note:

All fees should be submitted in the IITD CEP account only, and the details will be shared post-selection.

The receipt will be issued by the IIT Delhi CEP Account for your records, which can be downloaded from the CEP Portal.

Easy EMI options available.

Loan and EMI Options are services offered by Teamlease Edtech. IIT Delhi is not responsible for the same.

GST @ 18% will be charged extra in addition to the fee.

Fee Schedule


Installment Installment Date Amount (₹)
I Within three days of the release of the offer letter. ₹ 75,000+GST
II 7th February 2027. ₹ 75,000+GST
Total fees – ₹ 1,50,000+GST [No cost EMI available]
Note:

GST @ 18% will be charged extra in addition to the fee.

Withdrawl & Refund From Programme

Candidates can withdraw within 15 days from the programme start date. A total of 80% of the total fee received will be refunded. However, the applicable tax amount paid will not be refunded on the paid amount.

Candidates withdrawing after 15 days from the start of the programme session will not be eligible for any refund.

Easy EMI options available. Loan and EMI Options are services offered by Teamlease Edtech. IIT Delhi is not responsible for the same.

If you wish to withdraw from the programme, you must email cepaccounts@admin.iitd.ac.in and cepdelhi@digivarsity.com, stating your intent to withdraw. The refund, if applicable, will be processed within 30 working days from the date of receiving the withdrawal request.

Programme Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Mba International Business

Certificate of Participation

Mba International Business
  • Candidates securing a minimum of 50% attendance and 50% aggregate score will be awarded a 'Successful Completion Certificate' by IIT Delhi.
  • Candidates with less than 50% attendance and/or less than 50% overall marks will be awarded a Participation Certificate.
  • The programme is offered by the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi.

*Only e-Certificates will be issued by CEP, IIT Delhi for this programme.

Programme Coordinators

Prof. Sanjay Dhir

Prof. Sanjay Dhir

Professor - Strategic Management
Department of Management Studies,
IIT Delhi

Prof. Sanjay Dhir is Professor of Strategic Management and Area Chair at the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi. His research addresses how organisations build and renew capability under institutional constraint, developing strategic thinking, organisational ambidexterity, strategic innovation and alliance dynamics as its core constructs. A second stream extends those constructs into public systems, where they establish quality, equity and inclusiveness as strategic outcomes, grounded in empirical study of tribal, elderly and remote populations and of gender-based disparities in access. His work spans digital transformation, healthcare systems, artificial intelligence governance and public procurement.

He has published over 130 peer-reviewed research articles, authored seven books, and developed case studies published by the Richard Ivey School of Business and distributed globally through Harvard Business Publishing. He presents regularly at the Academy of Management, the Strategic Management Society, the Academy of International Business and the Southern Management Association. He was ranked among the Top 1% of Researchers Globally in Business and Management (2026), named to the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List (2025 & 2026), and listed among Research.com’s Best Business and Management Scientists (2026), and has received the Best Reviewer and Associate Editor awards from an ABDC A-category journal.

Prof. Dhir has led more than 35 sponsored research and consulting projects for the Government of India, international development organisations and industry. He was Institutional Management Partner for India’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and has led major assignments for the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Ministry of Minority Affairs, the Ministry of Education, PATH, the Clinton Foundation, the University of Queensland and Population Services International.

He served as a technical expert on the development of the Aarogya Setu application with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. During the COVID-19 pandemic he served as IIT Delhi’s nominated expert to the Delhi High Court committee on oxygen infrastructure and on the Government of NCT of Delhi’s state-level committee on oxygen infrastructure. He is a member of the National Technical Advisory Group on oxygen infrastructure.

At IIT Delhi he is a member of the Senate and of the Institute Ranking Committee, and is Programme Coordinator for the doctoral programme at DMS, having previously coordinated the MBA programme for six years. He is a recipient of the Teaching Excellence Award and the Mrs. Veena Arora Early Career Research Excellence Award at IIT Delhi, and has twice been recognised as Inside IIM Professor of the Year.


Prof. Sonali Jain

Prof. Sonali Jain

Associate Professor - Finance
Department of Management Studies,
IIT Delhi

Prof. Sonali Jain is an Associate Professor of Finance at DMS, IIT Delhi. She holds a Ph.D. from IIM Ahmedabad, specialising in Finance & Accounting. Before her Ph.D., she completed her Bachelor of Engineering from the Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT), Delhi University. She is also a globally certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM, GARP USA).

Her teaching and research interests lie in financial markets, financial risk, financial management and financial technology. Her work has been extensively published in top-tier international journals, and she has presented several papers at international, peer-reviewed conferences worldwide. She has co-authored two books.

Prof. Jain has been part of high-impact sponsored research and consulting projects with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and major central ministries (Ministry of Textiles, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Minority Affairs, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, amongst others), focusing on finance, governance, and regulatory architecture.

She is the recipient of the Prof. Tirath Gupta Best Thesis Award (IIM A), IFCI Best Thesis Proposal Award (IIM A), Paul R. Lawrence Fellowship (USA), Merit Scholarship (DU), and the Young Faculty Fellowship Award (IIT Delhi). She currently serves on the core committee for the establishment of IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi and as the coordinator of the full-time MBA programme at DMS, IIT Delhi.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ's)

The Executive Programme for Chief of Staff, offered by CEP, IIT Delhi and organised by the Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi, is a seven-month programme designed to equip professionals with strategic leadership, financial, organisational, and AI-enabled decision-making capabilities.

This Chief of Staff course is designed for aspiring Chief of Staff professionals, strategy and transformation professionals, programme and project managers, consultants, entrepreneurs, and functional leaders working closely with senior leadership.

This Chief of Staff course is designed for aspiring Chief of Staff professionals, strategy and transformation professionals, programme and project managers, consultants, entrepreneurs, and functional leaders working closely with senior leadership.

The Chief of Staff programme is a seven-month executive programme designed to help professionals build strategic leadership and organisational management capabilities.

The curriculum covers strategic management, organisational intelligence, strategy execution, financial management, AI and digital transformation, executive communication, governance, fundraising, and capstone-based learning.

Yes. Participants in this Executive Chief of Staff programme will benefit from guest sessions by industry practitioners, founders, CXOs, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders.

Yes. The programme includes integrated case studies and a capstone project to help participants apply strategic concepts to real-world business challenges.

Participants who meet the programme's certification criteria will receive a Successful Completion Certificate from IIT Delhi. Those who do not meet the completion criteria will receive a Participation Certificate, as per the programme guidelines.

Yes. The programme includes a dedicated module on AI and Digital Transformation, helping participants understand the strategic role of emerging technologies in organisational leadership and decision-making.