Programme Overview
By 2035, India’s manufacturing sector aims to contribute a whopping 25% to the national GDP, unlocking a massive USD 3 trillion opportunity. To achieve this ambitious goal, there is a growing demand for leaders who can harness the power of smart manufacturing, leveraging technology to drive operational excellence. That’s where IIM Calcutta’s Advanced Programme in Smart Manufacturing Leadership (APSML) comes in. This 8-month programme is designed for senior executives, plant heads, CXOs, operations leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to stay ahead of the curve.
Through APSML, participants gain a deep understanding of Industry 4.0 and learn to design and lead digital transformation initiatives that drive business results. The programme focuses on data-centric aspects, strategic and operational excellence, and experiential learning through hands-on demonstrations, capstone projects and case discussions.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the core concepts and applications of Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing.
Learn how to design and lead digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing.
Leverage advanced technologies such as IoT, AI, Robotics, Digital Twins, Big Data, and Cloud for manufacturing excellence.
Understand cybersecurity, data governance, and change management aspects for digital manufacturing.
Learn from real-world case studies from Indian and global manufacturing firms.
Develop a Digital Roadmap for your organization.
Curriculum Structure
- Evolution of Manufacturing Systems
- Concept of Manufacturing Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0, Cyber Physical Systems
- (CPS), and Horizontal-Vertical integration
- Advanced Manufacturing Systems (Reconfigurable and Flexible Manufacturing Systems), Lean, Agile & Smart Manufacturing
- The Business Case for Smart Manufacturing
- Internet of Things (IoT) & Industrial IoT (IIoT)
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Manufacturing
- Robotics & Autonomous Systems
- Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
- Cloud & Edge Computing
- Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality
- Fundamental Manufacturing Process Metrics
- Queuing Theory
- Predictive Maintenance & Quality Control
- Digital Twins & Simulation Modeling
- Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Cybersecurity for Smart Manufacturing Change Management and Workforce Readiness
- Governance, Ethics, and Risk in Digital Manufacturing
- Concept of Automation and Digital Channels
- Diagnostics for digital transformation – Technology maturity level for digital manufacturing
- Technology road mapping
- Digital Supply Chains
- Blockchain Applications
- Sustainable Manufacturing
- Smart Sourcing
- Crafting & implementing Digital Manufacturing Strategy, Challenges, opportunities of digitalizing manufacturing
- Leading Organizational Change
- Business Model Innovation with Smart Manufacturing
- Capstone Project
- AI & Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
- Process Optimization using AI
- Big Data in Smart Manufacturing
- Data analytics hands-on
- Case Studies on AI-driven Productivity
- AI & Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
- Process Optimization using AI
- Big Data in Smart Manufacturing
- Data analytics hands-on
- Case Studies on AI-driven Productivity
- Design Thinking
- New Product Innovation and Management
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Financial Analysis: Cost & Works Accounting, Activity-Based Costing
- Project Finance, Make or Buy Analysis, ROI
- Understanding P&L and Balance Sheet: Key Terms and Ratios
- Understanding of New Labour Laws & CodesKey Terms and Ratios
- This module includes a 4-day campus visit, comprising a total of 24 hours of classes on various topics, along with projects and presentations. Some sessions from previous modules may also be held on campus. The campus visit will feature an exam, project presentations, and in-campus classes, including sessions led by industry leaders and IIMC faculty, live demos, and/or industry visits
- Participants will work in groups or individually to design a Digital Transformation Roadmap for a real or simulated manufacturing organization. They will first assess the maturity of their manufacturing / organisations in terms of “Smartness”, using an assessment framework. Then they would prepare a short-term and long-term plan for digital transformation. The content of the plan is based on the areas covered in this program. This project will be mentored by IIM Calcutta faculty.
Programme Highlights
Duration
8 Months
Eligibility
8 years of experience for graduates or postgraduates with a minimum of 50% marks
Last Date to Apply
closes on September 30, 2025
1 Campus Modules
(total 4 days) at IIM Calcutta
IIM Calcutta
Completion Certificate & Executive Education Alumni Status
Live Online Sessions
every Saturday (6:30 PM to 9:30 PM)
Fee: INR 3,50,000+
GST Payable in easy instalments with loan options available
Why Should You Join This Programme?
- Leverage IIM Calcutta’s established expertise in manufacturing education, further strengthened by its Centre of Excellence in Manufacturing and its consistent ranking among India’s top B-schools.
- Apply smart and digital manufacturing concepts to real-world business problems by working on a live project that addresses your organization’s needs.
- Gain valuable inputs from subject matter experts and IIM Calcutta’s renowned faculty, who bring extensive experience and knowledge in smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0.
- Enjoy a unique 4-day campus immersion that provides an opportunity to engage with faculty and peers in a collaborative and interactive environment.
- Benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities with senior executives, plant heads, CXOs, and entrepreneurs from diverse industries.
- Enhance your career prospects and open new opportunities in smart manufacturing and digital transformation leadership roles.
Pedagogy
- Case Studies – Covering both Indian and international business scenarios
- Simulations & Gamified Learning – Interactive modules to enhance experiential learning
- Collaborative Group Projects – Solving real-world manufacturing challenges
- Capstone Project on Digital Transformation – An integrative final project applying program learnings
- Industry Expert Sessions – Guest lectures by renowned business and technology leaders
- Practical Demonstrations – Hands-on experience with cutting-edge Industry 4.0 tools
Programme Directors
Prof. Partha Priya Datta
Operations ManagementProf. Datta is a Professor of Operations Management at IIM Calcutta. His research focuses on performance, strategy, and policy issues in manufacturing and supply networks, with expertise in sectors like FMCG, healthcare, and aerospace. He has consulted for the Ministry of Defense and the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India. A recipient of the James Cooper Memorial Cup and Chevening Rolls-Royce Scholarship, he holds a PhD from Cranfield University and a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur.
Prof. Vishal Bansal
Operations ManagementProf. Bansal is an Assistant Professor of Operations Management at IIM Calcutta. His research focuses on stochastic processes, queuing theory, and simulation, with applications in automated warehouses, vehicle-sharing platforms, and omnichannel retailing. He holds a Ph.D. from IIM Ahmedabad and M.Tech. from IIT Kanpur. Prof. Bansal has received several awards, including the IFCI Award and Best Paper Awards at IISE and SOM conferences.
Accreditation
About Institute
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) was established as the first national institute for Post-Graduate studies and Research in Management by the Government of India in November 1961 in collaboration with Alfred P. Sloan School of Management (MIT), the Government of West Bengal, The Ford Foundation and Indian industry. During its initial years, several prominent faculty formed part of its nucleus, including Jagdish Sheth, J. K. Sengupta, among others.
Over the years, IIMC has grown into a mature institution with global reputation, imparting high quality management education. It has been playing a pioneering role in professionalising Indian management through
its Post Graduate and Doctoral level programs, Executive Training Programs, Research and Consulting Activities.
Today, the institute serves as an autonomous body, continually evolving to meet its goals in an ever-changing business environment.
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