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IIM Calcutta & TalentSprint introduce executive programme in Corporate Sustainability

The new programme will be ideal for experienced professionals and learners who enroll in this programme understand the parameters to drive sustainable growth, enhance organisational reputation and stay ahead of sustainability trends and regulations

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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta and TalentSprint, an AI-powered education company, will jointly offer an advanced executive education programme – the Executive Programme in Corporate Sustainability for working professionals.

The partnership, as per an official statement, seeks to blend IIM Calcutta’s academic leadership with TalentSprint’s expertise in online programme delivery. “The launch of an Executive Program in Corporate Sustainability marks a decisive step forward in addressing the evolving needs of the industry,” it added.

This programme is designed to equip participants with the skills to create and implement actionable sustainability strategies, transforming ESG from a compliance obligation into a strategy for profitability.

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Prof Runa Sarkar, one of the Program Directors, and Professor at IIM Calcutta said, “Our curriculum is backed by rigorous research and tailored for professionals with corporate experience. It’s not just aligned with the SDGs; it’s designed to integrate cutting-edge business simulations that translate sustainability principles into actionable strategies. The live sessions are planned with interactive discussions, experiential learning and case study discussions to enable real world impact.”

The new programme will be ideal for experienced professionals and learners who enroll in this programme to understand the parameters to drive sustainable growth, enhance organisational reputation and stay ahead of sustainability trends and regulations, simultaneously adding to the bottomline.

The programme will be a 12-month live learning experience which brings to light critical knowledge on ethical and strategic sustainability challenges, green finance and sustainable design thinking. It combines the academic depth of IIM Calcutta with the online delivery expertise and outreach experience of TalentSprint, the official statement added.

Dr Santanu Paul, Founding CEO and MD of TalentSprint, adds, “Sustainability is no longer just a regulatory mandate; it’s now recognized as a profit center and a critical business imperative. Thus, the need for skilled professionals in this area has never been so high. This program, built on industry-trusted pedagogy, empowers learners with the expertise to lead impactful and responsible sustainability initiatives.”

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This programme seeks to help participants to navigate strategic sustainability challenges while aligning with applicable sustainability practices and methods, in line with the latest trends and benchmarks.

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