Cambridge Leadership Programme 2025

FOR ENTREPRENEURS & BUSINESS LEADERS

in partnership with

Unlock leadership potential with Cambridge's top experts and build a global network

As a former Dean (IIM-A), Founder of the Commonwealth Business Forum, and an educator, I have contributed to designing this programme in collaboration with leading minds at Cambridge to equip Indian business leaders and entrepreneurs with transformative leadership skills. This is your opportunity to enhance your leadership journey and make a lasting impact.

Dr. Mohan Kaul

President - India Partnership Forum

Ex-Dean - IIM-A

Member - UN Secretary-General’s Management Efficiency Group

Experience Learning, the Cambridge way!

Customised Approach

Benefit from a customised approach in each session and workshop, designed to align with your professional objectives and career goals.

Experiential Learning

Gain first-hand learning experiences through engaging sessions and networking opportunities with industry leaders at Cambridge.

Global Networking

Develop a lasting network of academics and industry experts to support your learning and advance your professional journey.

Programme Overview

CLP is a six-week programme for business leaders and entrepreneurs, delivered through high-quality lectures, workshops, and seminars led by Cambridge academics, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs. The aim is to equip every participant with leadership skills and access to an exceptional global network, helping them to achieve their professional goals.

Programme Structure

Module 1

Online - 3-7 March, 2025

In this first Module, participants will engage in a variety of learning activities designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of key topics. The module includes:

Webinars: Interactive online sessions that explore foundational concepts and emerging trends.
Virtual Workshops: Hands-on, practical workshops aimed at applying concepts to real-world scenarios.
Collaborative Activities: Group-based tasks that foster teamwork and peer learning, allowing participants to share insights and ideas.
Lectures by Cambridge Academics: Expert-led lectures offering deep insights from leading Cambridge academics, enriching participants’ knowledge and perspectives.

At the end of this module, participants will be assigned tasks and activities, which will be further developed and disseminated during their in-person sessions in Module 3 at Cambridge. This ensures continuity and deeper engagement with the learning process.

Assignments from 10 March - 4 April

Module 2

Module 2 is designed to focus on self-directed work and assignments introduced in Module 1. Participants will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the topics, both individually and in teams, allowing for reflection and application of their learning. Key components include:

Individual and Team Assignments: Participants will work on tasks independently as well as collaborate with peers to enhance their understanding and develop solutions.
Internal Group Discussions and Supervisions: Regular group discussions will provide a platform for peer feedback and guidance from supervisors, helping to refine ideas and approaches.
Weekly Observations: Participants will be encouraged to observe and reflect on key learnings, contributing to their overall growth.
Flexible Learning Pace: With the ability to prepare and work at their own pace, participants can manage their time and ensure thorough engagement with the material.

This module allows participants to consolidate their knowledge, preparing them for further dissemination and activities in the following module.

Module 3

In-person* 8-11 April, 2025

Module 3 offers an immersive, in-person experience in Cambridge, where participants will build on their previous work through dissemination activities and engage in a range of enriching academic and networking opportunities. Key highlights of the module include:

Lectures & Workshops: Participants will attend expert-led lectures and interactive workshops designed to deepen their understanding of key topics, offering hands-on experience and advanced insights from Cambridge academics.
Tour of Cambridge: A guided tour of the historic city and university will provide participants with a unique cultural and academic context, enhancing their overall learning experience.
Networking and Presentations: Participants will have the opportunity to network with industry experts, academics, and peers, fostering meaningful connections. In addition, they will present their dissemination work and findings from earlier modules, receiving feedback and engaging in discussions to refine their ideas.

This module serves as a capstone experience, allowing participants to apply their learning in a real-world setting while expanding their professional network.

*In-person lectures will be held at The Møller Institute, Churchill College, University of Cambridge

Topics Covered

Entrepreneurship

Strategy

Participants will develop the ability to generate innovative ideas, create and refine value propositions using the business model canvas, understand cap tables for equity distribution, and prepare for investor pitch. They will also learn to build and manage efficient, cohesive teams to support their business growth and operational success.

Participants will learn to develop effective business strategies in competitive environments, gaining insights into market positioning and long-term planning. They will also explore the importance of building strategic partnerships, learning how to identify, establish, and maintain collaborations that drive growth and provide competitive advantage in dynamic business landscapes.

Marketing

Participants will learn marketing strategies with a focus on frugal innovation, adapting to resource constraints while driving growth. They will explore disruptive innovation in marketing, effective use of social media and digital platforms, and the role of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) marketing in aligning business practices with sustainability and ethical standards.

Finance & Accounting

Participants will gain a foundational understanding of corporate finance tailored for founders, including key financial principles. They will also develop skills in financial modelling, enabling them to create projections, assess financial viability, and make informed decisions for their business's financial strategy and growth.

Soft skills

Participants will enhance their public speaking and communication skills, learning to confidently present and effectively sell their story. Additionally, they will gain insights into organisational behaviour, understanding team dynamics and how to foster a productive, collaborative work environment within their organisation.

Team & Facilitators

A team of renowned academics and business leaders will welcome you to Cambridge, ensuring a fantastic and enriching learning experience.

Dr. Jaideep Prabhu FBA

Professor of Marketing and Director of Centre for India & Global Business, Cambridge Judge Business School

Expert in marketing and innovation, Jaideep currently holds the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru Professorship at Cambridge University's Judge Business School. He is known for his work on "jugaad innovation," focusing on finding creative solutions with limited resources. He is also the Director of the Centre for India & Global Business, further demonstrating his commitment to understanding global business landscapes.

Dr. Mohan Kaul

President, India Partnership Forum, Ex-Dean - IIM-A

Dr Mohan Kaul is a champion of international trade and investment and a recognized policy advisor, business leader, social entrepreneur, and academic. His achievements include being a member of the UN Secretary-General’s Management Efficiency Group and conducting, as the World Bank adviser, the first evaluation of Nobel Laureate Mohammed Yunus’ world-famous Grameen Bank in Bangladesh. He also had the honour of addressing a special session of the UN General Assembly on Public Management.

Dr. Thomas Roulet

Professor & Chair of Organisational Sociology and Leadership, Cambridge Judge Business School

Dr. Thomas Roulet has advanced the concept of negative social evaluations and is known for his research on wellbeing in the context of remote work. He is a Faculty at University of Cambridge and a Fellow of King's College Cambridge. He is also a Mid-Career Fellow of the British Academy and Fellow of the British Higher Education Academy. He serves as the co-director of the King's Entrepreneurship Lab at King's College Cambridge, which he co-founded in 2021.

Dr. Lionel Polella

Professor of the Social Sciences and Organisations

Dr. Lionel's research interests include strategy, economic sociology, and organisation theory. His main focus is around categorisation, and diversity, equity, inclusion.

He is a member of the Strategy and International Business subject group at Cambridge Judge Business School, and contributes to both academic and business communities.

Guy Doza

Speechwriter, Author, and TEDx Speaker

Having started his career in the British Houses of Parliament, Guy went on to become a top Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Consultant. He has worked with a range of CEOs and business leaders across Europe, America and Asia. While his professional experiences are quite broad, Guy specialises in Educational and Legal Communications. In 2019 he gave a TEDx Talk at the University of Cambridge and in 2022 he published his book which focuses on rhetoric and the art of persuasion.

Dr. Kamiar Mohaddes

Deputy Director of the Cambridge Executive MBA Programme, Cambridge Judge Business School

My research interests include climate change, economics of the Middle East, energy economics and applied macroeconomics.

My articles have been published in a number of edited volumes as well as in leading journals, and have been covered in major international news outlets. I’m among the top 2% of authors in IDEAS/RePEc based on last 10 years of publications.

I have worked extensively on issues related to climate change and sustainability with both the public and the private sector

Sid Kaul

Managing Partner, Solharbor

Co Founder, India Partnership Forum

A seasoned leader in the technology and digital sectors, Sid Kaul is an experienced partner and director known for delivering corporate and client success. With expertise across technology, non-profits, and startups, Sid holds a degree in Information Systems Engineering from Imperial College and an MSc in Finance from London Business School.

Suyash Bhatt

Founder, Cambridge Education Lab

Fellow - Cambridge Judge Business School

A graduate of the University of Cambridge and presently a Fellow at the Centre for India and Global Business at Cambridge Judge Business School, Suyash has over a decade of experience across various industries, including semiconductor technology, food manufacturing, food tech, and education in India, Taiwan, the US, and the UK. He is also the Founder of Cambridge Education Lab and is passionate about creating high-quality learning opportunities for professionals in India.