The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, in collaboration with TimesPro, has opened admissions for the 8th batch of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Programme. This 10-month executive education course is designed for finance professionals aiming to transition from finance managers to strategic CFOs, with advanced skills in M&A, valuations, digital finance, and ESG integration. The programme blends theory with practice, offering participants an opportunity to develop boardroom-ready leadership, strategic decision-making capability, and proficiency in AI-driven financial tools.
IIM Lucknow CFO Programme: Overview and Curriculum
The CFO Programme equips learners with skills to manage enterprise-wide finance, oversee risk and treasury, navigate crises, and influence C-suite decisions with confidence. The curriculum spans ten key modules:
- The Evolving Role of the CFO
- Financial Reporting and Compliance
- Performance Management
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Treasury and Risk Management
- Capital Markets and Investor Relations
- Digital Finance and Automation
- M&A and Strategic Finance
- Tax Strategy and Planning
This structured approach ensures comprehensive learning, from board communication and governance to investor relations and integrated reporting.
Learning Mode and Hands-On Exposure
The programme is delivered by IIM Lucknow faculty via TimesPro’s Direct-to-Device platform, offering LIVE lectures, case studies, quizzes, projects, simulations, and assignments. Participants gain practical exposure to finance technology tools such as Anaplan, Power BI, SAP S/4HANA, UiPath, Alteryx, and Kyriba, preparing them to tackle real-world challenges from day one.
Prof. Ajay Garg, Finance and Accounting faculty at IIM Lucknow, stated, “The CFO Programme is built for practitioners. Learners interrogate capital allocation, risk, and performance through live cases and board simulations, developing sharper judgement and durable credibility with investors and directors.” Sridhar Nagarajachar, Business Head, TimesPro, added, “The programme makes rigorous learning workable for busy finance leaders. Capstone projects, coaching, and hands-on labs ensure participants complete the course with demonstrable outcomes and actionable skills.”
Programme Benefits and Executive Alumni Access
Graduates of the CFO Programme will gain exclusive IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni benefits, networking opportunities, and lifelong access to resources aimed at enhancing strategic finance leadership. This executive course targets mid- to senior-level finance professionals who aspire to lead organizational finance with precision, foresight, and AI-driven efficiency. Follow KollegeApply for the latest updates on College Admissions, Courses, Exam Dates, Results, Scholarships, Career Guidance, Education News, and Policy Changes — everything needed to stay ahead in the education journey
