Shape the Future.

The centre aims to nurture global leaders from India across all domains including industry, government, academia and civil society through transformative leadership development programmes, fellowships, executive education and research initiatives. These are delivered both independently and through partnerships with internationally renowned institutions.

Women Executive Leadership Fellowship Bengaluru · 6-Month · IIM Visakhapatnam Certification
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Women in Manufacturing Future Leaders Fellowship Jamshedpur · 6-Month · IIM Visakhapatnam Certification
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Women Enterprise Growth Accelerator Retreat Nihara Resort, Cochin · 5–8 Dec 2026 · IIM Kozhikode Certification
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Executive Leadership Programme in Strategic Commercial Dispute Resolution New Delhi · 8–11 Dec 2026 · CII & IICA Certification
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India stands at a defining juncture in its development journey. As the world confronts complex and interlinked challenges—climate crises, disruptive technologies, global health concerns, and increasing geopolitical tensions—the demand for visionary, ethical, and globally competent leadership has never been greater. It is against this backdrop CII Global Leadership Centre (GLC) is envisioned as a world-class institution for nurturing transformative and values-based leaders. This initiative is intended to position India not only as a global leadership hub but also as a country that actively shapes a more inclusive, sustainable, and ethically governed world.

Vision

To be a global institute of repute, positioning India as a hub for values-based and transformative leadership, empowering leaders to shape a sustainable and inclusive world.

Mission

Cultivate ethical, inclusive, and innovative leaders
Enhance governance standards across sectors
Strengthen India's global leadership role
Support sustainable & inclusive development
Create a globally recognised centre of excellence
Drive field-based projects for societal impact
Build interdisciplinary understanding

Focus Areas

Women in Leadership

Empowering and supporting women in leadership roles.

Corporate Governance

Ensuring ethical and transparent business practices.

Technology & Digital

Embracing and leveraging digital solutions.

Sustainability

Promoting environmentally responsible operations.

Public Policy

Influencing and adapting to government regulations.

Research & Development

Driving innovation and technological advancements.

Offerings
Leadership Programmes

For industry, government, academia and civil society leaders.

Thought Leadership

Influencing governance through reports, publications & white papers.

Fellowships

Curated by thought leaders and practitioners.

Global Exchanges

Cross-cultural exposure and international collaboration.

Leadership Forum

Annual platform for leadership discussion and action.

Programs
CII GLC – IIM Visakhapatnam

Women Executive Leadership Fellowship

📅 6-Month Programme | Bengaluru

Women Executive Leadership Fellowship is a six-month executive development programme designed for high-potential mid-level women professionals preparing for broader business and enterprise leadership responsibilities.

Delivered in Bengaluru through a carefully designed blend of in-person immersions, live virtual learning, industry exposure, industry leaders interactions, simulations, a capstone project and certification from IIM Visakhapatnam enabling participant to be part of CII GLC Pan India Women Executive Leadership Fellows Network.

The programme is aimed to develop, confidence and cross-functional capability required to lead enterprises in a rapidly changing corporate environment.

Women Executive Leadership Fellowship

CII GLC – IIM Visakhapatnam

Women in Manufacturing Future Leaders Fellowship

📅 6-Month Programme | Jamshedpur

The Women in Manufacturing Future Leaders fellowship aims to develop high-potential women employees working in manufacturing shop floors and production environments into future supervisors, managers, and industry leaders.

The Fellowship combines a 3-day in-person leadership programme in Jamshedpur, a Leaders' Journey Series featuring conversations with CEOs and CXOs, an industry visit exposing participants to advanced manufacturing practices, and a workplace-based Capstone Project addressing real operational challenges.

Participants will be provided with certification from IIM Visakhapatnam and an opportunity to join the CII GLC Pan India Women in Manufacturing Leaders Fellows Network.

Women in Manufacturing Future Leaders Fellowship

CII GLC – IIM Kozhikode

Women Enterprise Growth Accelerator Retreat

📅 5 – 8 December 2026 | Nihara Resort, Cochin

The Women Enterprise Growth Accelerator Retreat is a four-day residential executive learning programme designed for established women entrepreneurs and founders who are preparing to take their businesses to the next stage of growth. The Retreat will be held from 5–8 December 2026 at Nihara Resort, Cochin.

The Retreat combines executive learning, interactions with industry leaders, investors and corporate buyers, Signature Conversations, peer learning and curated Cochin experiences. The programme will focus on enterprise leadership, growth strategy, AI and digital transformation, market expansion, strategic partnerships, organisational capability, access to capital and investment readiness. The residential format also provides participants with time to pause, reflect and connect through carefully curated leisure and wellness experiences, including kayaking, heritage experiences and informal networking.

Participants will develop a Three-Year Enterprise Growth Blueprint and present it to a Faculty & Industry Panel. Participants will receive certification from IIM Kozhikode. Following the Retreat, participants will be inducted into the Women Enterprise Leaders Alumni Network and CII’s Entrepreneurs Development Forum for continued mentorship, peer learning and business networking.

Women Enterprise Growth Accelerator Retreat

CII GLC – CEADR, IICA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs)

Executive Leadership Programme in Strategic Commercial Dispute Resolution

📅 8 – 11 December 2026 | New Delhi

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Global Leadership Centre (GLC), in partnership with the Centre of Excellence in Alternative Dispute Resolution (CEADR), established at the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, is organising the Executive Leadership Programme in Strategic Commercial Dispute Resolution.

This four-day in-person executive programme focuses on managing commercial disputes as strategic business challenges. It equips senior professionals with practical insights into dispute prevention, negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation and cross-border dispute management, helping organisations manage risks, preserve business relationships and protect enterprise value.

General Counsels, Chief Legal Officers, Heads of Legal, Senior Legal Counsel in corporates, Company Secretaries, Heads of Contracts and Commercial, dispute management professionals and senior business leaders involved in high-value commercial contracts and negotiations can participate and benefit. Successful participants will receive a joint certificate from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA).

Executive Leadership Programme in Strategic Commercial Dispute Resolution

CII GLC - University of Melbourne & Monash University

International Leadership Development Mission for Educational Institutions

This Leadership Immersion Programme is designed to equip academic leaders with the knowledge, perspectives, and strategic capabilities required to navigate the rapidly evolving global higher education landscape.

The programme focuses on fostering visionary leadership, institutional excellence, innovation, internationalization, sustainability, digital transformation, and stakeholder engagement.

International Leadership Development Mission for Educational Institutions

CII GLC – NUS-ISS Singapore

Certification Programme on Future-Ready Leadership: Digital & Sustainability

Excited to invite industry leaders to the Future-Ready Leadership: Digital & Sustainability Certification Programme!

📅 20 – 23 July 2026 | Singapore
Certification Programme 3 Days Intensive Learning at NUS
Industry Visit 1 Day of Industry Exposure

This exclusive programme equips C-Suite executives, Digital Leaders, and senior decision-makers with strategic insights on integrating Digital Transformation and Sustainability - leveraging AI, data, and responsible innovation to align with India's Vision 2047.

Testimonials

CII GLC – NUS-ISS Singapore

Certification Programme on Future-Ready Leadership: Digital & Sustainability | 20 – 23 July 2026 | Singapore

Mr Mylsamy R
Mr Mylsamy R

Head, Energy Services Division
FORBES MARSHALL

Mr Thakur Pherwani
Mr Thakur Pherwani

Chief Sustainability Officer
TVS MOTOR COMPANY

Mr Yashasvi Vijay Sahajpal
Mr Yashasvi Vijay Sahajpal

Head, Digital Initiatives
FORBES MARSHALL

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