IIM Calcutta’s Executive Programme in Sales & Marketing (Batch 16) is an excellent opportunity for participants to develop a broad understanding of emerging sales and marketing frameworks and their relationships with other business functions. The programme is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills they need to drive organisational growth, enhance customer relationships, and improve overall business performance.
Pedagogy
The programme will leverage technology and employ a highly interactive pedagogy consisting of a judicious blend of lectures, real-life case studies, quizzes, projects, and assignments.
Key Learning Outcomes
This programme will provide the participants with :
- Understand and identify the challenges in today’s marketplace
- Understand the conceptual frameworks in sales and marketing
- Understand customer and market orientation for business success
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of a manager dealing with sales and/or marketing
- Learn how to manage, motivate, and lead sales and marketing teams
- Understand the fundamentals of channel design and development
Programme Highlights
One-year online programme for working professionals
Campus immersion module of 7 days
Simulation component and capstone project
Peer-learning & networking opportunities
The program is taught by experienced faculty and business leaders who can provide valuable insights
IIM Calcutta Executive Education Alumni status
Programme Delivery
Sessions will be conducted via a state-of-the-art Interactive Learning (IL) platform and delivered in Direct-to-Device (D2D) mode that can be accessed by learners on their Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone.
Campus Immersion
- There will be 7 days of campus immersion at IIM Calcutta, 3 days towards the mid of the programme and 4 days at the end of the programme.
- It is mandatory for participants to attend the campus visit for successful completion of the programme.
- The campus visit will be conducted subject to the evolving pandemic situation and will depend on government and institute regulations, advisories, and guidelines related to the pandemic.
- In case the campus module is not confirmed due to any reason, the same will be included in the total number of online sessions.
Who should attend?
This programme is specially designed for working/self-employed professionals wishing to pursue a career or acquire contemporary knowledge and skills in sales and marketing. Junior and middle level executives looking to make a career in sales and marketing in Pharmaceuticals, FMCG, Banking & Financial Services, Industrial Products, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should be working professionals/self-employed.
- Graduates/Post-Graduates recognised by UGC/AICTE in any discipline with minimum 50% marks [aggregate – considering results of all years (e.g., 3 or 4 together)]
- Minimum 2 years of work experience* (full-time paid employment) post completion of Graduation as on Application Closure Date
Admission Criteria
The selection will be based on the candidate’s profile evaluation – educational qualification, allied experience, and Statement of Purpose – subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
How It Works
Step 1
Select the course of your interest and register
Step 2
Receive Counselling from our Programme Advisors
Step 3
Pay the Preliminary Course Fee
Step 4
Get your documents verified & appear for Interview if applicable
Step 5
Obtain the Offer Letter and Give your Acceptance
Step 6
Complete Onboarding and commence Course
Programme Fee
Particulars | Amount (in ₹)* |
Processing Fee | ₹15,000** + GST |
Total Fees (Excluding Registration Fee) | ₹4,20,000 + GST |
Note:
- *GST will be additional as applicable.
- **The Processing Fee is ₹15,000 which includes ₹9,900 towards Registration Fee and ₹5,100 towards the Programme Fee. Processing Fee to be refunded in case the applicant’s profile is rejected by IIM Calcutta subject to a deduction of ₹2,500 by way of administrative charges.
All Fees are payable to TEEL.
- This is with reference to the refund of the Processing Fees, please note that the Processing Fee shall not be refunded in the following circumstances:
- In case the candidate rejects the offer issued by the Institute; and
- In case the application is rejected due to submission of incomplete documents and/or providing incomplete information and/or eligibility criteria not fulfilled.
Installment Schedule
Installment I | Installment II | Installment III | Installment IV | ||
Date | During Application | Within one week of offer rollout | 10th December, 2023 | 10th March, 2024 | 10th June, 2024 |
Amount* (₹) | ₹5,100 + GST | ₹1,04,900 + GST | ₹1,10,000 + GST | ₹1,00,000 + GST | ₹1,00,000 + GST |
*GST will be added as applicable.
Important Dates
Application Deadline Date | 17th September 2023 |
Programme Start Date | 24th September 2023 |
Programme End Date | September 2024 |
Assessment & Evaluation
Participants are evaluated on the basis of examinations for all the courses. Examination/Evaluation will be Institute’s responsibility. Examinations shall be conducted with the support of TEEL. Evaluation will be held for individual modules, but not for modules that are held on campus. Participants will be given any one of the following grades: ‘Excellent’; ‘Good’; ‘Fair’; or ‘Poor’. The cut-off marks for the grades will be revealed but not the actual marks obtained. Those getting not more than two ‘Poor’ grades will get a ‘Certificate of Successful Completion’ of the programme and the course-wise grade list will be mentioned in the certificate. Those getting more than two ‘Poor’ grades will get a ‘Certificate of Participation’ in the programme and the grade list will not be mentioned in the certificate.
Attendance Criteria
A minimum of 75% attendance is a prerequisite for the successful completion of the programme Participants with less than 66% attendance will not be permitted to appear for the exams.
Course Certification & Alumni Status
- Candidates will successfully complete the programme if they have met the attendance requirements and have received ‘Poor’ grade in not more than two modules. Successful candidates will receive a ‘Certificate of Successful Completion’ from IIM Calcutta.
- Participants with requisite participation but unable to complete successfully, will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Participation’.
- Participants who receive a successful completion certificate will be given IIM Calcutta Executive Education alumni status.
Sample Certificate
Disclaimer: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Calcutta.


Module 1 : Fundamentals of Management
Focuses on providing participants with a strong foundation in fundamental management concepts with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively navigate the dynamic business landscape.
Module 2 : People Skills for Sales and Marketing Professionals
Focuses on developing essential people skills for sales and marketing professionals.
Module 3 : Marketing Management
Module 4 : Sales & Distribution Management
Module 5 : Marketing Research and Analytics
Module 6 : Services Marketing
Module 7 : Pricing Decisions
Module 8 : Consumer Behaviour
Module 9 : B2B Sales and Marketing
Module 10 : Marketing Communications
Module 11 : Digital Marketing
Module 12 : Marketing Strategy Simulation and Conclusion
Class Timings:
Sundays 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM