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Batch 12

Advanced Programme in HR Management in the Age of Technology and AI

Attract & Retain A+ Talent to Drive Business Growth

  • Three-day Immersion at IIML Campus
  • 100% Live-online sessions by IIM Lucknow
  • IIML Executive Alumni Status
  • Become industry-ready through new case studies
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Advance Your HR Skills with IIM Lucknow’s Best

Discover the IIM Lucknow Advanced Programme in Human Resource Management, designed to elevate your HR expertise and leadership skills. Led by industry experts and esteemed faculty, this programme offers cutting-edge insights and practical strategies to excel in human resource management. Transform your career, drive organizational success, and become a strategic HR leader with this comprehensive and prestigious course.

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    Programme Overview

    In today's dynamic business environment, HR is transforming from a support function to a pivotal driver of organizational success and innovation. The Advanced Programme in Human Resource Management (APHRM) from IIM Lucknow is designed to equip HR professionals with the contemporary skills and strategic insights needed to lead in this evolving landscape. This 11-month programme, delivered through engaging live online sessions and an immersive campus experience at IIM Lucknow, covers cutting-edge topics such as digital transformation, HR analytics, AI in HR, business sustainability, and employee engagement. Participants will learn to implement data-driven approaches, manage stakeholders during change, develop robust succession plans, and navigate the complexities of HR in mergers and acquisitions

    This programme is ideal for mid to senior-level HR professionals seeking to advance their careers by mastering strategic and technology-enabled HRM practices. By blending theory with real-world applications, the curriculum offers a comprehensive understanding of how to enhance workplace performance and drive business productivity. Participants will gain in-demand capabilities across HR analytics, AI and automation in HR, and transformational leadership development, enabling them to foster inclusive workplace cultures, implement effective change-management strategies, and adopt data-driven decision-making. The programme also equips learners to leverage advanced HR technologies, build future-ready talent strategies, and navigate the evolving dynamics of digital and strategic transformation. Join IIM Lucknow’s Advanced Programme in HRM to become a catalyst for organizational growth and lead with confidence in today’s rapidly changing HR landscape.

    Programme Stats

    >$30 billion

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    86%

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    $60,350

    The median pay of HR specialists, per annum.
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    Learning Pedagogy

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    Real-world case studies

    Group discussions on emerging themes

    Simulations and role-play activities

    Cross-cultural episodes

    Note: Programme fee is exclusive of application fee

    Programme Highlights

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    150+ Hours of structured programme delivery
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    3-day Campus Immersion at IIM Lucknow campus*
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    Real-world Case Studies, Simulations & Roleplays
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    Team-based Project with group presentation
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    Leading IIM Lucknow Faculty & industry experts
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    Be eligible for the IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni Status*

    Note:

    • The session recordings may be made available on the LMS portal in a non-downloadable format for a limited period subject to the condition of faculty discretion regarding the allowance of recordings of their classes.

    • The programme highlights presented above are approximate, and subject to change depending on the availability and expertise of the teaching faculty, as well as the program's desired outcomes.

    Who is this Programme for?

    This programme is designed for ambitious mid to senior-level professionals aiming to elevate their strategic HR management skills and transition into influential leadership roles. If you're eager to drive HR strategy and become a key player in organizational success, this programme is for you.

    Additionally, professionals seeking a cutting-edge understanding of HR best practices and advanced frameworks to effectively manage and inspire their workforce will find immense value in joining this transformative journey. Embrace the opportunity to lead with confidence and innovation in the rapidly evolving HR landscape.

    Programme Modules

    Note:

    -The in-campus modules are subject to the conditions/ unavoidable circumstances that prevail at the given point in time.

    - Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the participant profile & programme hours.

    -The session recordings may be made available on the LMS portal in a non-downloadable format for a limited period subject to the condition of faculty discretion regarding the allowance of recordings of their classes.

    - The programme curriculum includes individual assignments, simulations, group projects & presentations to apply and demonstrate classroom learnings.

    - Campus immersion will take place at the IIML Lucknow campus.

    Case Studies

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    Schneider Electric: Post-merger People Integration

    Gain eposure on integrating and standardizing HR management processes and policies post-merger, prioritizing HR processes during integration, and evaluating integration success from an HR perspective.

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    Douvernet: Performance Indicators and Organizational Culture

    Evaluate the impact of stringent performance measurement systems on organizational culture, employee motivation, and competitive advantage, while assessing the balance between objective performance metrics and the need for managerial flexibility.

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    Performance Management in the Gig Economy

    Understand the challenges and strategies for implementing effective performance management systems for agile talent to enhance alignment, productivity, and engagement of freelancUnderstand the challenges and strategies for implementing effective performance management systems for agile talent to enhance alignment, productivity, and engagement of freelancers and external professionals. ers and external professionals.

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    Compensation at CEL-Compensation and Benefits

    Analyze the implications of compensation strategies on talent acquisition, employee morale, and overall organizational competitiveness.

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    Thomas Green: Conflict and Crisis Management

    Evaluate strategies for managing workplace conflict and adapting to new roles and expectations in order to resolve professional disagreements and safeguard career progression.

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    MakeMyTrip and Goibibo Merger: Minimum People Disruption For Maximum Customer Advantage

    Understand the strategic importance of aligning people systems and processes to minimize disruption and maximize synergies during mergers and acquisitions,

    Capstone Project

    It shall be a group capstone project. Apply the programme learnings to sharpen your industry-ready outlook. Combine programme learnings from faculty and guest speakers, insights from peers, and feedbacks to work on a real-world HR. You will discuss and present your capstone project work towards the end of the programme.

    Learning Outcomes

    Learning Outcomes 1

    Develop a strategic perspective of modern HRM by understanding its evolution, emerging trends, future workplaces, and the shifting role of HR in driving organizational success.

    Learning Outcomes 2

    Leverage AI, automation, and HR analytics to enhance decision-making across talent acquisition, employee experience, workforce planning, and performance management, while building an AI-ready HR ecosystem.

    Learning Outcomes 3

    Strengthen talent management and people development capabilities through advanced recruitment techniques, learning & development strategies, coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.

    Learning Outcomes 4

    Build transformational leadership competencies by developing self-awareness, managing high-performance teams, applying DEI principles, navigating human–tech balance, and driving effective organizational change.

    Learning Outcomes 5

    Enhance global and cross-functional HR effectiveness by mastering international HRM, business sustainability, employee relations, industrial relations, communication, negotiation, and financial acumen for HR professionals.

    Programme Certificate

    Programme Certificate

    Upon successful completion of the programme, with a minimum 75% attendance and satisfactory academic performance, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion and will be eligible to receive IIM Lucknow’s Executive Alumni Status (optional). Participants are expected to have 75% & above attendance. The cumulative overall percentage of marks should be 50% and above. Those participants who do not meet these criteria will receive a certificate of participation from IIM Lucknow. No certificate shall be awarded if the attendance is less than 40%.

    We encourage you to attend all the live sessions and make the best out of these interactive learning experiences.

    Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Lucknow.

    IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni Benefits

    Upon completion of the programme, participants will receive the prestigious IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni Status. The benefits include:

    • Executive Alumni status of the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow

    • Receipt of all programme brochures and newsletters from IIM Lucknow (MDP Office)

    • Details of souvenirs available with MDP office

    • Lifelong access to a network of distinguished IIM Lucknow Executive Alumni

    • Access to the IIM Lucknow Campus Library (onsite access)

    • 10% discount in fee for any additional programme (Open programme, Online) at IIM Lucknow (Lucknow and Noida campus)

    • 10% group discount on the fee for referring participants (minimum group of five)

    Note: The Executive Alumni benefits are subject to the discretion of IIM Lucknow.

    Programme Directors

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    PROF. ANJALI BANSAL

    Assistant Professor, Human Resource Management, Indian Institute of Management Lucknow

    Prof. Anjali Bansal, a Ph.D. in the area of HRM and change (FMS, Delhi), is a faculty of Human
    Resource Management area at the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow. Prof. An...

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    PROF. AJAY SINGH

    Professor, Human Resource Management, Indian Institute of Management Lucknow

    Dr. Ajay Singh is a Professor of Human Resource Management (HRM) at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow and is also Dean of Noida Campus of IIML. He has his Mast...

    Programme Faculty

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    Prof. Neeraj Dwivedi

    Professor, Strategic Management

    Prof. Neeraj Dwivedi joined IIM Lucknow in 2010 and is currently a Professor in the Strategic Management Area. He was earlier associated with IIM Indore during 2006-2010 and I...

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    Prof. Neerja Pande

    Professor, Communication

    Neerja Pande is a Professor in the Business Communication Area at Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. She has more than 27 years of rich academic, administrative and rese...

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    Prof. Seshadev Sahoo

    Seshadev Sahoo is an Professor of the Finance and Accounting area at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow. He holds a Ph.D. from Indian Institute of Technology (Vinod Gupta ...

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    Prof. Nishant Uppal

    Professor, Human Resource Management

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    Prof. Pushpendra Priyadarshi

    Professor, Human Resource Management

    A Professor in the Human Resource Management area at IIM Lucknow, Pushpendra has been in academia for more than two decades, having worked with the University of Delhi, IMT Gh...

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    Prof. Sabyasachi Sinha

    Professor, Strategic Management

    Prof. Sabyasachi Sinha is a Professor of Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation, at IIM Lucknow where he has taught since 2012. Prior to joining academics he worked with m...

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    Prof. Pavni kaushiva

    Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Human Resource Management

    Prof. Kaushiva has completed her Fellow Program in Management in Organizational Behavior from IIM Calcutta. Her thesis explores women’s experiences of re-entering private sect...

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    Prof. Ranjan Kumar

    Assistant Professor, Communication

    - A unique blend of practitioner and academia experience, with two decades in diverse leadership roles as a corporate executive
    - Prior to joining IIM L, Dr. Kumar was Assista...

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    Prof. Ashish Aggarwal

    Professor, Business Sustainability

    Prof. Aggarwal has been working on issues related to sustainable management and public policy for more than fifteen years. During this period, he has worked with academic and ...

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    Participant Testimonials

    There are a few important learnings which is my takeaway like the management strategies, structure and functions of HR department, HR intervention in business operations.
    Sujith Shetty
    Sujith Shetty
    Senior Manager HR/ Unit Head
    Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals Group
    My experience with the Advanced Program in Human Resource Management by IIM Lucknow and Emeritus has been exceptional. The program is well-structured, the faculty is highly knowledgeable, and the cont...
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    Syed Tanveer Hussain
    Senior Manager, HR
    Spectra
    The Advanced Programme in HRM from IIM Lucknow and Emeritus was a transformative experience! The curriculum imparted real-world topics like strategic HR management, leadership development, and organiz...
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    Aishwarya
    Strategy Manager
    Aditya Birla Capital

    Past Participant Profiles

    Work Experience

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    Top Industries

    • Automobile

    • BFSI

    • FMCG/ Retail

    • IT/ ITES

    • Manufacturing

    • Others*

    Others includes Consultancy, Education, Healthcare, and Telecom, amongst others.

    Top Functions

    • BFSI

    • Corporate Planning/ Consulting

    • Education

    • HR/ Administration/ IR

    • IT Services

    • Others*

    *Others includes Maintenance, Production, and Quality amongst others.

    Past participants of Emeritus work at

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    Pay Later - Finance Options

    Programme Fee

    Course Fee + 18% GST

    Maximum Loan Amount Available

    Tenure (months)

    EMI

    2,40,000

    2,83,200

    2,69,040

    36

    9,974

    Note:

    • The above EMI's are indicative. The EMI's offered by each of the loan providers might vary from the above figures, depending upon tenure and loan amount to be disbursed.

    • Other EMI tenures available (Months): Propelld: 6/12/18/24/30/36/42/48

    Emeritus Career Services

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    15 Recorded sessions and resources in the following categories:

    • Resume and Cover Letter

    • Navigating Job Search

    • Interview Preparation

    • LinkedIn Profile Optimisation

    Please note:

    • These sessions are not live

    • This service is available only for Indian residents enrolled into select Emeritus programmes.

    • IIM Lucknow or Emeritus do NOT promise or guarantee a job or progression in your current job. Career Services is only offered as a service that empowers you to manage your career proactively. The Career Services mentioned here are offered by Emeritus. IIM Lucknow is NOT involved in any way and makes no commitments regarding the Career Services mentioned here.

    The Learning Experience

    Join a global community of 300,000+ professionals across 200 countries who have advanced their careers with Emeritus. In a recent survey, 9 out of 10 learners said their expectations were met or exceeded.

    From day one, you’ll get access to carefully designed course material, live interactions, and a structured cohort-based journey that keeps you on track. Our approach blends flexibility with accountability—so you don’t just start, you finish strong.

    And you’re never on your own. A dedicated program support team is available 7 days a week to guide you with platform queries, technical support, or any learning-related questions—so you can focus on what really matters: your growth.

    A dedicated programme support team is available 7 days a week to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.

    FAQs

    Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!

    Flexible payment options available.

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