Senior Executive Development Programme in Transformational Leadership for CXOs
XLRI Jamshedpur
- Batch
09
- Course Duration
8 Months
- Mode of Delivery
Live Online
(Direct-to-Device mode
+ Campus Immersion) - Commencement Date
30th May 2026
- Application Closure Date
Closing Soon
- Session Timing
Sunday
09:00 AM to 1:30 PM IST
Programme Overview
In an era characterized by perpetual change and escalating complexity, effective leadership necessitates attributes beyond mere functional expertise. Senior executives are now required to function as “force multipliers”—individuals who proactively cultivate organizational culture, galvanize their teams, and adeptly manage uncertainty.
Regrettably, leaders spearheading organizational transformation frequently neglect their personal development, often operating under antiquated mental models ill-suited to contemporary requirements. This programme offers a systematic, introspective trajectory intended to revitalize perspectives, reframe established paradigms, and fundamentally re-align leadership practices. The principal objective is to enable leaders to champion change with profound purpose, steadfast resilience, and quantifiable impact, initiating this transformation from within.
Admission Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification
- For Indian participants: A graduate degree (10+2+3) or a diploma (10+2+3) from a recognized university or institution approved by UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government.
- For international participants: A graduate or equivalent degree from a recognized university or institution in their respective country.
Professional Experience
- A minimum of 15 years of full-time work experience, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
Personal Readiness
- A sincere desire to introspect, grow from within, and engage with the personal dimensions of leadership to address both internal and external challenges.
Assessment and Evaluation Criteria
To ensure deep engagement and meaningful learning, the program includes a continuous assessment framework designed around reflection, participation, and applied insight.
Attendance Requirement:
A minimum of 70% attendance in live, synchronous sessions is mandatory for program completion.
Evaluation Components:
Assessment will be based on a combination of:
- Daily Diaries and Reflective Journals, designed to promote personal insight and sustained self-inquiry.
- Individual assignments that connect program themes to leadership contexts.
- Sub-group projects and peer collaborations that reinforce collective learning.
Who Should Attend?
- Mid- to senior-level leaders aspiring to step into CXO or enterprise leadership roles
- Current CXOs managing cross-functional portfolios and strategic initiatives
- Functional or departmental heads leading diverse, multi-level teams
- Established leaders at an inflection point who seek to lead from a place of deep inner clarity rather than just functional expertise.
About XLRI Jamshedpur
Established in 1949 by Fr. Quinn Enright, S.J., XLRI (Xavier School of Management) is one of India’s oldest and most esteemed management institutes. Located in the ‘Steel City’ of Jamshedpur, XLRI has evolved into an internationally renowned business school over the past six decades. With a rich legacy, it is ranked 10th among Indian management schools by NIRF in 2025 and holds global recognition, securing the 83rd position worldwide by the Financial Times.
XLRI’s commitment to excellence is further underscored by its AACSB and AMBA accreditations, along with a 100% placement record.
10th Rank in Management –
NIRF India Rankings 2025
Programme Objectives
Reconnect with the core purpose of leadership, beyond metrics, milestones, and KPIs.
Identify and unlearn outdated assumptions, beliefs, and reactive leadership patterns.
Build emotional steadiness and relational depth to lead with authenticity and composure.
Apply insights from neuroscience, behavioural science, and mindfulness to real-world leadership challenges.
Engage with frameworks that strengthen presence, perspective, and psychological flexibility, the foundations of wise, effective leadership.
Pedagogical Methodology
Admission Process
- 1
Eligibility of Applicant
- 2
Application Submission
- 3
Screening & Shortlisting
- 4
Admission & Fee Payment
- 5
Book your Seat
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Syllabus Breakdown
On-Campus Component 1 (3 days)
A deep immersion to anchor the leadership journey in inner clarity and contextual understanding.
(i) Reimagining Multitasking: Rethinking productivity through focused attention and intelligent prioritization
(ii) The Changing Arena of Leadership: Navigating volatility, complexity, and emerging paradigms
(iii) Self-Mastery: Honing the leader’s most essential instrument—oneself
Programme Coverage via Live Virtual Sessions
Structured over modular sessions to integrate insight with sustained reflection and practical leadership application.
Mindful Leadership (A distinctive pillar of the programme)
(i) Cultivating Presence: Attention and the Now
(ii) Understanding the Mind: Automaticity of Thoughts and Emotions
(iii) Judgments in Life: Recognising and releasing the reflex to label
(iv) Accepting What Is: Embracing the Present Moment without Resistance
(v) Clarifying Intent: Exploring Goals and Gratitude
(vi) Quieting the Inner Critic: Cultivating Compassion and Self-Kindness
(vii) Reframing Identity: The Ego as Story and Process – Transcending the Self
(viii) Sustaining Practice: Continuing Mindfulness in Daily Leadership
Leading Self and Others
(i) The Leadership Essentials: Craft, Context, and Character
(ii) The Emotional Dynamics of People-Mastery
(iii) Cultivating a Growth Mindset for Personal Excellence
(iv) The Journey to Transformational Leadership
(v) The Leader’s Presence as a Competitive Advantage
Leading with Cultural and Ethical Anchors
Elements of Outstanding Leadership – Insights from the Indian Experience: Drawing from Swadharma, Swabhava, and Karma Yoga for Exceptional Outcomes
Psychological Resilience & Organisational Influence
(i) Stress Resilience for Exceptional Results
(ii) Embedding Motivation and Inspiring Action
(iii) Overcoming Communication Challenges
(iv) Exercising Power and Influencing with Integrity
(v) Political Savvy: Assessing and Using Political Capital – Lessons from Behavioural Science
(vi) Coaching Conversations for Leadership Development
On-Campus Component 2 – Valedictory Module (3 days)
Reflective consolidation and intentional closure to propel forward momentum.
(i) Mapping Developmental Networks
(ii) Leveraging Opportunities-in-Place for On-the-Job Leadership Development
(iii) Lessons of Experience: What Truly Shapes Great Leaders
(iv) Being Well: Enhancing Psychological and Physical Well-Being
(v) Appreciative Inquiry Summit: Looking Back, Surging Ahead
On-Campus Component
The programme includes two immersive on-campus modules designed to deepen cohort connection, facilitate experiential learning, and anchor the transformational journey.
The exact dates for these residential immersions will be communicated well in advance to allow participants to plan their travel.
Disclaimer:
In light of our experience with the COVID-19 pandemic, the scheduling and delivery format of these modules will remain responsive to prevailing public health conditions. Should in-person gatherings become impractical, on-campus components will transition seamlessly to extended virtual formats. Additional live sessions may be scheduled on Sundays and select Saturdays to ensure continuity of instruction and sustained cohort engagement.
Programme Fee Details
- Executive Alumni status:
- The candidates who receive the Successful Completion certificate are qualified to apply to the XLRI Alumni Association for Executive Alumni status of XLRI – Xavier School of Management. A one-time Executive Alumni Membership fee of INR 20,000 + GST will need to be paid during the application process.
- Note: *The registration link will be shared only with the candidates who successfully complete the programme. The institute has the right to change the fee and benefits as per the institute’s guidelines without giving any prior notice.
Application Fee
INR 3,000/- + GSTAt the time of Registration
Total Programme Fee
INR 2,98,000/- + GSTInclusive of application fee
Instalment Pattern
- Easy EMI Options Available*
Instalment 1
INR 62,000/- + GST(On or before Registration Date 1*)
Instalment 2
INR 65,000/- + GST(On or before 20th May 2026)
Instalment 3
INR 84,000/- + GST(On or before 20th August 2026)
Instalment 4
INR 84,000/- + GST(On or before 20th November 2026)
Earn a Career Certificate
- Certificate of Successful Completion for participants who maintain satisfactory submissions above 80% and attendance above 70%, successfully meeting the evaluation criteria.
- Certification of Participation for those who maintain satisfactory submissions above 50% and attendance above 70%.
Know the Facilitator
Executive Brand & Network Support
To support your outward impact as you transform from within, Jaro Education provides bespoke support to help you communicate your evolved leadership narrative to the world.
Executive Portfolio & Narrative
We help you articulate your unique leadership journey into a compelling executive profile that highlights your value as a transformational leader.
Note: XLRI Jamshedpur and Jaro Education do not guarantee employment or career advancement; career services are provided solely by Jaro Education as guidance to help you manage your career proactively.
Leadership Presence & Influence
We assist in aligning your digital presence with your evolved leadership identity to better connect with global peers and industry thinkers.
Note: XLRI Jamshedpur and Jaro Education do not guarantee employment or career advancement; career services are provided solely by Jaro Education as guidance to help you manage your career proactively.
Strategic Leadership Insights
Access exclusive forums and expert-led sessions on emerging global trends, designed to complement your internal growth with external context.
Note: XLRI Jamshedpur and Jaro Education do not guarantee employment or career advancement; career services are provided solely by Jaro Education as guidance to help you manage your career proactively.
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