Global Healthcare Leadership for CXOs

About the programme
XLRI’s Global Healthcare Leadership for CXOs programme equips leaders to meet these challenges head-on. Designed for senior and emerging executives, the programme offers deep insights into healthcare policy, financial management, quality improvement, and technology strategy. This high-impact programme, delivered via live online sessions from eminent XLRI faculty, will help healthcare professionals hone critical leadership skills, such as change management, culture stewardship, diversity, and boardroom dynamics. This programme empowers participants to drive transformation and lead the future of healthcare with strategic vision and influence. Participants will also gain a global perspective on key topics such as managing stakeholders, corporate governance, and managing diversity, amongst others, through live online sessions by globally renowned Sorbonne Business School faculty.
- Critical Thinking Techniques & Problem Identification
- Structured Approaches to Problem Solving
- Design Thinking Principles & Practice
- Industry Dynamics & External Environment Context
- Driving Organisational Culture Towards a Common Mission and Vision
- Crafting the Vision Statement
- Crafting the Mission Statement
- Challenges in Managing at Scale
- Evaluating Financial Performance
- Value Chain and Healthcare Value Drivers
- Financing, Valuation & Value Drivers in Healthcare
- Elements of Business Models
- Business Stories – Typology & Crafting
- Developing a Business Model Canvas
- Crafting Technology Strategy
- Digital Transformation and Organisational Strategy Alignment
- Crafting the Digital Journey in Healthcare
- Digital Business Models & Managing Digital Competitive Advantage
- Stakeholder Mapping, Analysis, and Management
- Alternative Views of Corporate Governance
- Driving Organisational Commitment Towards ESG
- Change Management Frameworks & Tools
- Failures in Implementing Change Management
- Driving an Innovation-Oriented Mindset
- Promoting Diversity in Organisations
- Balancing Equity & Access to Healthcare
- Patient Privacy & Safety
- Value-Based Healthcare
- Designing Effective Boards
- Role of Independent Directors
- Succession Planning and the Role of Nomination & Remuneration Committees
- Audit & Risk Committee
- Effective Communication During Crisis
- Developing a Crisis Management Plan
- Organisational Resilience, Leadership & Crisis Stewardship
- Developing Power & Influence in the Board
- Managing Power Dynamics
- Conflict Resolution in Boards
Who is this programme for?
- Senior Healthcare Executives: C-suite leaders and other Senior Executives currently holding top leadership positions within healthcare organisations.
- Emerging Healthcare Leaders: Directors, Vice Presidents, Senior Managers and mid-level professionals aspiring to transition into C-suite positions, seeking to enhance their leadership skills and strategic acumen.
- Healthcare Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Academics: Visionaries leading healthcare startups, contributing to the advancement of healthcare knowledge, introducing innovative products and disrupting traditional models with new approaches.
- Consultants, Industry Advisors and Policy Makers: Experts providing strategic consultations, regulatory and advisory services, including management consultants, healthcare advisors and policymakers shaping the landscape of healthcare policy.
- Allied Healthcare Professionals: Individuals from sectors like pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnologyand healthcare IT, seeking comprehensive leadership and management insights.
Programme Fee
Programme Fee: INR 5,80,000 + GST
Application Fee: INR 3,000 + GST
Programme Certificates
XLRI shall carry out the examination and evaluation required for certification. XLRI and Sorbonne will directly award a certificate to participants who complete the programme successfully.


XLRI Executive Education Alumni Status
- Access to Alumni Newsletters, Magazines, and participation in other Alumni events and schemes organised by the Alumni Association of XLRI
- Online login access to the Alumni portal as per the rules and procedures of the Alumni Association of XLRI, including the ability to download a virtual ID card of Associate Alumni
- Discount on program fees for subsequent programs at rates determined and reviewed by the Corporate Programmes & VIL Committee
- Invitation to special online lectures, talks, and seminars organised by the institute
8 Months
Duration
28 June 2025
Batch Commencement
Program Director(s)

Prof. Munish Thakur
Dr. Thakur is currently the Dean (Academics) of XLRI Delhi-NCR Campus. He is part of the Strategic Management Area at XLRI and holds expertise in several domains, including Strategic Thinking, Business Policy, and Corporate Governance. His teaching and research interests focus on strategic management, organisational theory, and decision-making processes. With both academic and professional experience, Dr. Thakur plays a significant role in bridging theory with practice, offering valuable insights to his students and contributing to thought leadership in management education. His profile reflects a commitment to fostering analytical and leadership skills through rigorous academic practices.

Dr. Santosh Sangem
Dr. Santosh Sangem has been associated with XLRI Jamshedpur for the last 15 years. He has provided corporate training and consultancy for reputed organizations in both the private sector and the public sector which include L&T, Viacom18, Pepsi, Meril Life, Accenture, Ultratech, Adani Airports, HDFC Bank, Capgemini, NTPC, ONGC, IOCL, and many other highly reputed organizations. His primary teaching and training and research interests include Corporate Governance, Business Model Design, Healthcare Financial Decision Making, Financial Performance Analysis & Management, Management Control Systems, Decision Thinking & Decision Making, and Corporate Finance. He is currently the Chairperson of the XLRI Center for Healthcare Management and the Chairperson of International Relations & Collaborations at XLRI.

Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Dr. Sharma is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in strategy, innovation, and digital transformation. Over his career, he has held leadership roles across various industries, focusing on driving growth, operational excellence, and technological advancements. Dr. Rajeev is known for building high-performance teams and delivering sustainable business solutions, leveraging his expertise in strategic planning and change management.