A decade ago, the central task for business leaders was steering their organisations through digital change. The landscape has transformed dramatically. Today, Generative AI and Agentic AI are fundamentally altering the core structures of decision-making, customer interaction, and competitive strategy. For modern leaders, a passive understanding of technology is no longer sufficient. True leadership in this era demands not just vision but a deep, working knowledge of artificial intelligence and the boldness to reinvent established processes.
The Urgent Need for AI-Fluent Leadership
As AI-native companies scale at unprecedented speeds and traditional businesses grapple with continuous disruption, the responsibility for AI strategy has shifted. It now rests squarely on the shoulders of senior executives, CXOs, and transformation heads. They must move beyond mere awareness to actively guide and implement AI initiatives. This critical shift highlights a significant gap in current leadership capabilities. According to a McKinsey report, while 72% of companies are using AI in some form, a mere 23% of executives express confidence in their leaders' ability to steer an AI-led transformation. The challenges are multifaceted, spanning governance, talent acquisition, and responsible deployment.
Recognising this pressing imperative, ISB Online has introduced the Leadership with AI Programme. This high-impact, 20-week learning journey is specifically tailored for the AI-powered era, integrating crucial insights into Generative AI and Agentic AI. The programme is designed to close the leadership gap by equipping participants with the clarity and ethical foresight needed to drive AI strategy effectively.
What the ISB Online Leadership with AI Programme Offers
The curriculum is built to empower leaders to reimagine their roles through the lens of cutting-edge AI technologies. It progresses from establishing a foundational understanding of AI and machine learning to exploring advanced applications of Agentic AI and Generative AI in leadership contexts. The focus is on merging strategic clarity with technical fluency, providing participants with actionable tools to align AI projects with organisational objectives, enhance decision-making, orchestrate value, and cultivate a culture of innovation.
Key Features of the Programme
The programme distinguishes itself through a blend of academic rigour and practical, executive-focused learning:
- Flexible, Self-Paced Learning: Access over 140 pre-recorded videos from ISB's globally acclaimed faculty, allowing for in-depth study that fits demanding executive schedules.
- Generative AI for Business: Modules delve into GenAI tools and use cases, examining their direct business applications and implications for innovation and strategic choices.
- Deep Dive into Agentic AI: Participants gain exposure to Agentic AI concepts, including tools, value orchestration, decentralised intelligence, and emerging governance frameworks.
- Practical Application: The learning is reinforced through analysis of 20+ case studies, 40+ strategic assignments, and a capstone project focused on a real AI opportunity or challenge within the participant's own organisation or industry.
- Live Interaction: The programme includes live masterclasses with industry experts and 18 live office hours with programme leaders for mentorship, doubt-solving, and strategic discussions.
- ISB Online Alumni Status: Upon enrolment, participants gain ISB Online Alumni status, which provides access to exclusive leadership resources, webinars, thought leadership content, and a 20% discount on future ISB Online programmes.
- Certificate of Completion: Participants who successfully complete the programme with a minimum score of 70% will be awarded a certificate in Leadership with AI from ISB Online.
Who Should Enrol and Programme Details
This programme is crafted for executives and senior professionals determined to lead with confidence in the AI age. It is ideally suited for:
- Senior leaders and CXOs responsible for driving digital transformation, enterprise strategy, or P&L outcomes.
- Functional heads across technology, operations, HR, finance, marketing, and other domains who seek to leverage AI for smarter, faster decisions.
- Entrepreneurs and innovation leads navigating market disruption or scaling their ventures in dynamic environments.
The programme provides the strategic toolkit necessary to integrate AI effectively, foster innovation, and secure long-term business impact. The programme commences on November 12, 2025, spans 20 weeks, and has a fee of INR 2,29,900 + GST.
Seizing the Future of Leadership
Artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of competition, and leadership must evolve in tandem. This evolution requires more than digital literacy; it demands strategic AI fluency. The Leadership with AI Programme by ISB Online is designed to empower leaders to spearhead transformation with insight, confidence, and a clear strategic direction. From mastering Generative AI and Agentic AI to translating theory into real-world application, this programme represents a vital opportunity for senior leaders to future-proof their capabilities and position their organisations for success in an AI-driven economy.
