Mumbai, Jan 29: K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM), a premier business school under Somaiya Vidyavihar University, has announced the commencement of admissions for the seventh cohort of its flagship MBA for Working Executives. The 15-month, rigorous online executive leadership programme is designed to empower mid-career professionals with advanced strategic, managerial, and leadership capabilities to thrive in today’s technology-driven and dynamic business environment.
The programme combines conceptual foundations with practice-led application, enabling participants to sharpen analytical and strategic thinking while developing essential leadership skills such as conflict resolution, stakeholder management, collaboration, and empathetic communication. The bespoke curriculum equips learners to drive strategic change, lead business transformations, and make data-driven decisions in complex, digitally enabled global markets.
“With the labour market evolving rapidly, higher-order managerial and cognitive skills are in demand,” said Dr. Raman Ramachandran, Dean and Director, KJSIM.
“The MBA for Working Executives offers experienced professionals the opportunity to broaden their perspective, rethink leadership, and emerge ready to drive strategic impact across sectors. Our role is to challenge their thinking, support their growth, and enable them to lead with confidence and integrity in an uncertain world.”
The programme attracts mid-career professionals with 3 to 15+ years of experience across industries including BFSI, healthcare, telecommunications, automation, manufacturing, sales and marketing, IT, and education. Participants range from senior managers and project leads to vice presidents, accountants, engineers, and associates, representing a diverse set of cities and regions across India.
Delivered via a flexible digital learning platform, the MBA enables working professionals to engage in live, interactive classes, case discussions, and project-based learning without disrupting their careers. Participants learn through contemporary business cases, including Harvard case studies, Bloomberg Lab simulations, and immersive campus modules that enhance decision-making, collaboration, and executive presence. The curriculum progresses from foundational first-year modules to advanced second-year modules in finance, data science and AI, marketing management, operations, strategy, and business analytics.
Upon successful completion, graduates receive exclusive alumni status from KJSIM, providing access to a robust professional network, continuous learning opportunities, and enhanced long-term career prospects.
The launch of the 7th batch of the MBA for Working Executives comes at a pivotal moment when analytical, creative, and leadership skills are in high demand, positioning participants to become strategic leaders capable of shaping India’s business landscape in the digital age.