Archive · 7 Nov 2025
IIM Kozhikode and Emeritus Launch AI-Driven Strategy Officer Program
IIM Kozhikode and Emeritus have created a new program called CPAIO for experienced professionals who lead product development.
This 11-month program teaches leaders how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make better business strategies and create successful products.
It combines online classes from IIM Kozhikode and Kellogg Executive Education with a short visit to the IIM Kozhikode campus.
Participants will learn about product strategy, how to use AI for growth, and how to lead teams effectively in an AI-driven world.
The goal is to help these leaders become experts in building and managing products in a way that uses AI to improve business results.
To join, you need a degree and at least 8 years of work experience.
Completing the program earns certificates from both IIM Kozhikode and Kellogg Executive Education, preparing leaders for top roles.
IIM Kozhikode and Emeritus have launched an 11-month blended learning program, the Chief Product & AI-Driven Strategy Officer (CPAIO) Programme.
The program aims to equip senior product professionals with AI-enabled strategic capabilities for product-led and AI-first growth.
It includes live online sessions from IIMK faculty, pre-recorded sessions from Kellogg Executive Education, and a 3-day on-campus immersion at IIMK.
Eligibility requires a graduate/diploma holder with a minimum of 8 years of work experience.
Successful participants will receive certificates from IIM Kozhikode and Kellogg Executive Education, with potential for IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status.
- Who
- Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) and Emeritus
- What
- Announced the Chief Product & AI-Driven Strategy Officer Programme (CPAIO)
- When
- Program Start Date: December 30, 2025
- Where
- Blended format: Online sessions, pre-recorded sessions, and a 3-day on-campus immersion at IIM Kozhikode.
- Why
- To empower senior product professionals with AI-enabled strategic capabilities to meet the demand for AI-first product leadership and drive product-led growth.
Program Rationale
Program Structure and Outcomes
Addressing Industry Demand for Product Leadership
Program Rationale
The program is designed to meet the growing demand for professionals who can merge product vision with AI-first strategy, essential for companies seeking product-led growth.
Program Structure and Outcomes
The curriculum integrates AI capabilities into product strategy, growth, and leadership, equipping participants to translate AI into tangible business outcomes and drive innovation.
Target Audience and Career Advancement
Program Rationale
It targets senior product professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs aiming to scale their organizations through AI-enabled strategies.
Program Structure and Outcomes
Participants will gain credentials from IIM Kozhikode and Kellogg Executive Education, potentially achieving IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni Status, and will be prepared for CPO-calibre leadership roles.
- Institution
- Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) in collaboration with Emeritus
- Program Name
- Chief Product & AI-Driven Strategy Officer Programme (CPAIO)
- Program Duration
- 11 months
- Program Format
- Blended: Live online sessions (IIMK), pre-recorded sessions (Kellogg Executive Education), 3-day campus immersion (IIMK)
- Target Audience
- Senior product professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, Chief Product Officers, Product Heads, Product Strategy Consultants, Product-Led Founders, functional heads in Product, Engineering, and Marketing.
- Eligibility
- Graduate/Diploma holder (10+2+3) with a minimum of 8 years of work experience
- Program Fee
- INR 5,45,000 + GST
- Certification
- Certificate from IIM Kozhikode and a Certificate from Kellogg Executive Education
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