The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has opened admissions for the fifth batch of its Executive Programme in Healthcare Management, offering working professionals an opportunity to strengthen their management and leadership skills without taking a career break. The 12-month live online programme is designed for professionals across the healthcare ecosystem, including doctors, hospital administrators, pharmaceutical executives and allied healthcare specialists, as the sector undergoes rapid digital and organisational transformation.

Delivered through an interactive Direct-to-Device (D2D) learning platform, the programme combines academic rigour with practical applications, enabling participants to continue their professional responsibilities while upgrading their managerial capabilities.

Designed for healthcare professionals and leaders

According to IIM Indore, the programme aims to bridge the gap between clinical expertise and managerial excellence by equipping participants with the skills needed to lead hospitals, healthcare institutions and other healthcare organisations effectively.

The course is intended for medical, dental and allied healthcare professionals, hospital administrators, professionals working in pharmaceutical companies, healthcare service providers, medical device manufacturers and other organisations connected to the healthcare sector.

It is also suitable for mid-level and senior professionals seeking leadership or managerial roles within the healthcare industry.

Comprehensive curriculum focused on healthcare leadership

The 12-month Executive Programme in Healthcare Management covers eight major areas essential for healthcare leadership, including:

• Healthcare Management
• Finance and Accounting
• Strategy and Entrepreneurship
• Operations Management
• Business Ethics
• Organisational Behaviour
• Global and Indian Healthcare Regulations
• Data Analytics

Participants will learn through live online lectures, case studies, business simulations, project work, assignments, term papers and self-paced learning modules, allowing them to apply management concepts to real-world healthcare challenges.

The programme focuses on improving decision-making, strategic thinking, operational efficiency and patient-centred healthcare delivery.

Campus immersion and Generative AI certification

A key highlight of the programme is a three-day campus immersion at IIM Indore.

During the campus visit, participants will attend classroom sessions with faculty members, engage in academic discussions and network with professionals from diverse healthcare backgrounds.

Additionally, participants will receive complimentary access to the Certificate Programme in Generative AI Tools and Business Applications, enabling them to understand how artificial intelligence can be integrated into healthcare management and business decision-making.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must fulfil the following eligibility requirements:

• Hold a diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institution in any discipline.
• Secure a minimum of 50% aggregate marks across all years of study.
• Possess at least three years of full-time work experience after graduation.

Participants who successfully complete all academic requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion from IIM Indore.

Responding to a rapidly evolving healthcare sector

IIM Indore noted that healthcare is witnessing significant transformation driven by the growing demand for quality healthcare services, digital health technologies, telemedicine, artificial intelligence-assisted diagnostics and electronic health records.

The institute cited industry estimates suggesting that the global healthcare market could reach USD 665.37 billion by 2028, while the world may face a shortage of nearly 18 million healthcare professionals by 2030. In India, initiatives such as the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission are accelerating the adoption of digital healthcare systems, creating demand for professionals with both healthcare expertise and strong managerial capabilities.

Commenting on the programme, Prof. Himanshu Rai, Director of IIM Indore, said healthcare leadership today requires much more than clinical or operational knowledge. He emphasised that professionals must be equipped to manage institutional complexity, respond to regulatory and technological changes, improve organisational performance and keep patient outcomes at the centre of decision-making.

Previous batches have attracted professionals from hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare service organisations, medical equipment manufacturers, educational institutions and fitness organisations. Participants have included CEOs, founders, surgeons, consultants, nursing leaders, assistant professors and business managers with work experience ranging from three to over fifteen years.

With admissions now open, the programme offers healthcare professionals an opportunity to build advanced management capabilities while continuing their careers and preparing for leadership roles in one of India's fastest-growing sectors.