
Executive Education Programme
CLIMB: Building Capability for Leadership Transitions with IIMA
Master leadership transitions with IIMA's unique CLIMB framework
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, navigating leadership transitions is a formidable challenge. Despite investing in recruitment and selection processes, organizations often overlook the importance of a structured framework to support leaders transitioning into higher, more complex roles. The CLIMB: Building Capability for Leadership Transitions program, developed by IIMA, addresses this critical gap by providing a unique leadership transition training course that equips executives with the necessary tools and strategies to master their transitions.
The CLIMB framework offers a systematic approach to overcoming transition challenges, fostering leadership skills, and ensuring that leaders can effectively adapt to new roles. With IIMA’s focus on a holistic and practical methodology, CLIMB stands out as a leadership transition program that delivers real-world value for leaders and organizations alike.
The CLIMB Approach
CLIMB, a pioneering leadership transition framework, is designed to enhance leadership capability by focusing on five core components essential for a smooth transition:
- C – Charter: the nuances of specific role the leader is stepping into
- L – Leader: the strengths and limitations of the leader’s skills, mindsets, operating style
- I – Individuals: the complexity of stakeholders who the leader needs to manage
- M – Mountains: the strategic and organizational landscape leader is in
- B – Blueprint: clarity and support to their short/long-term success blueprint
This approach provides a robust leadership transition process that enables leaders to make calculated decisions, accelerate progress, and develop critical insights through a structured and systematic approach to leadership transition coaching.
Programme Objectives
The CLIMB programme aims to:
- Build awareness of opportunities and challenges in leadership transitions.
- Develop the capabilities required to manage transitions smoothly.
- Offer a hands-on framework and practical tools to streamline the transition process.
Participants will gain valuable skills through this advanced leadership course, learning to navigate complex transitions and fostering a leadership mindset that empowers them to address both immediate and long-term goals. The programme addresses essential questions, such as identifying key transition challenges, the skills needed to bridge leadership gaps, and developing a strategy for impactful leadership.
Programme Highlights
The CLIMB program is uniquely crafted to support leaders and their organizations with:
- Navigational Framework: A guide through the leadership transition journey.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strategies to collaborate and align with key players.
- Calibrated Learning and Action: Insights to adapt and learn contextually.
- Systemic Design: A comprehensive understanding of interconnected elements affecting transitions.
This leadership capability building program is ideal for executives, offering them a practical way to improve their leadership impact and guide their teams effectively.
Pedagogical Methods
The programme follows an immersive learning approach with a mix of case studies, group discussions, and real-world applications. Participants in this leadership transition programme engage in exercises that encourage them to apply learned concepts in real-time scenarios, fostering a profound understanding of leadership transitions and honing critical skills for their roles. The 3-day residential format allows participants to fully engage with the curriculum and apply insights directly to their work environments.
Why Choose IIMA’s CLIMB Programme?
The IIMA Executive Education programme offers a unique leadership transition experience backed by a rich legacy of academic excellence and real-world applicability. Led by Prof Vishal Gupta, an expert in organizational behavior, and Sachin Nandgaonkar, an industry leader and mentor, the programme brings world-class faculty and insights into the leadership transition landscape. As a top executive training course, CLIMB enables leaders to apply a structured and impactful approach to navigating their transitions.
Success Stories
Many leaders have successfully navigated challenging transitions with CLIMB’s leadership transition coaching. From CEOs in the media to executives in the industrial sector, past participants testify to the transformative impact of the program:
“I was circumspect at first, but it turned out to be a game changer. Helped me hone skills critical to stepping up and provided valuable insights on navigating some difficult business decisions.” - CEO, One of the largest pharma companies in India
“Although my new position was on familiar grounds, I am glad to have used CLIMB. It provided a structured approach, and guided me through the initial challenges that came with my new role.” - CEO, One of the largest media companies in India
“CLIMB helped me see my strengths and weaknesses, against the task at hand. Played a pivotal role in helping me map out a plan." - CXO, One of largest EPC companies in India
“CLIMB provided me with deep insights and an analysis of the situation. It helped me clarify stakeholder expectations, prioritise my initiatives and find ways to secure their buy-in.” - CEO, One of the largest industrial companies in India
Programme Faculty
Prof Vishal Gupta – An esteemed faculty member at IIMA, Prof Gupta specializes in leadership development and emotional intelligence, with research featured in prominent journals and media.
Sachin Nandgaonkar – A seasoned industry leader with over 30 years of experience in consulting and corporate leadership, Sachin brings unparalleled expertise in strategic planning and organizational dynamics.
Explore the CLIMB: Building Capability for Leadership Transitions program and advance your leadership journey. Join IIMA to master the skills, insights, and strategies essential for navigating leadership transitions successfully.