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.
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.
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.
Empowering and supporting women in leadership roles.
Ensuring ethical and transparent business practices.
Embracing and leveraging digital solutions.
Promoting environmentally responsible operations.
Influencing and adapting to government regulations.
Driving innovation and technological advancements.
For industry, government, academia and civil society leaders.
Influencing governance through reports, publications & white papers.
Curated by thought leaders and practitioners.
Cross-cultural exposure and international collaboration.
Annual platform for leadership discussion and action.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Excited to invite industry leaders to the Future-Ready Leadership: Digital & Sustainability Certification Programme!
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.
CII GLC – NUS-ISS Singapore
Certification Programme on Future-Ready Leadership: Digital & Sustainability | 20 – 23 July 2026 | Singapore