Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon has announced its November 2026 portfolio of Executive Development Programmes (EDPs), covering artificial intelligence, leadership, marketing, sustainability, analytics, communication, operations and project management.
The programmes aim to help professionals adapt to technological changes, evolving customer expectations and emerging business challenges through application-oriented learning that combines management concepts with practical approaches.
Prof. Sumita Rai, Dean IC at MDI Gurgaon, said continuous learning has become increasingly important as technological and business changes accelerate. She said the programmes bring together contemporary business perspectives, academic expertise and practical applications to help professionals strengthen their capabilities and make informed decisions.
Programmes Focus on AI and Managerial Skills
The portfolio includes AI-driven Business Transformation and Generative AI and Business Transformation: From Models to Markets. These programmes will examine the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in business processes, customer experience, innovation and decision-making, alongside considerations related to AI strategy, leadership and responsible adoption.
Leadership-focused programmes include Leadership for Impact and Coaching and Mentoring for Building Effective Managers & Leaders. Other offerings, such as Negotiation Strategies: A Win-Win Approach and Problem Solving and Decision Making, will address conflict resolution, collaborative outcomes and managerial decision-making.
The marketing programmes include Growth Marketing, Marketing of Financial Services and Customer Engagement and Digital Marketing Communication. These will focus on customer engagement, digital communication, data-driven decision-making and strategies for business growth.
The sustainability portfolio features Sustainable Business Strategies and Analytics for UN SDGs and Climate Change Transition and ESG Investing Practices. These programmes will explore sustainability strategies, environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations, analytics and climate transition.
Additional programmes will address customer experience, professional communication, supply-chain planning, business storytelling using data and project management. The supply-chain programme, From Forecast to Fulfilment: Demand Planning, S&OP and Supply Chain Decision-Making, will focus on translating forecasts into operational decisions.
The November portfolio reflects MDI Gurgaon’s focus on executive learning across business functions. Through these programmes, the institute aims to help professionals develop relevant skills and respond to changing organisational requirements across industries.
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