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Think Fast, Lead Smart AI tools for Industry Leaders

Executive Programme

Think Fast, Lead Smart: AI Tools for Industry Leaders

Don’t let AI take your job, let it make your slides, insights, and strategies

Last Date to apply

7th April, 2026

For any queries, reach out to us at

[email protected]

Admission Process
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About the Programme

Emerging technologies such as Agentic AI, Generative AI, IoT, and Blockchain are redefining the way organizations operate, innovate, and make decisions. For today’s leaders, the challenge is no longer whether to engage with these technologies, but how to use them meaningfully and responsibly. 

This programme at TCG CREST (Deemed University), under the School of Mathematics and Computer Sciences, is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and frameworks needed to understand, adopt, and lead through these disruptions. Drawing on TCG CREST’s strong research ecosystem and interdisciplinary strengths, the programme connects advanced developments in AI and digital technologies with everyday leadership decisions, helping participants think more clearly, act with confidence, and lead through change.

Programme Details

This intensive six-week programme is designed for professionals seeking rapid, practical upskilling in AI and emerging digital tools. Aligned with TCG CREST’s approach, the programme integrates industry-led learning, hands-on tools training, and real-world case studies. Throughout the programme, participants explore how AI and digital tools can improve productivity, strengthen communication, and support better decision-making in real organisational settings.

Global Exposure

2 Hours of International Faculty Interactions

Industry Engagement

Weekend insights of 3 hours

Course Outcome

Certificate of Completion, Weekly Toolkits, Mini Capstone Project

Learning Outcome

Equip industry leaders with hands-on skills to integrate AI tools

Programme Modules

Week 1: Fundamentals of AI, Prompting and Writing
  • Understand AI’s capabilities, limits, and privacy-aware usage.
  • Master the art of prompting: draft compelling emails, concise reports, and crisp summaries with MS Copilot and Gemini.
  • Prompt ChatGPT and Claude to transform ideas into powerful storyboards for business impact.
  • Use Canva and Gamma to build story-driven slides, combining data and visuals.
  • Turn raw data into instant visualizations and insights using Make – no coding required.
  • Automate market research and competitive intelligence workflows using SemRush and Locobuzz.
  • For sensitive data? Generate Python codes from Github Copilot with clear explanations.
  • Create brand-consistent images, generate professional videos and voiceovers, using Synethesia and ElevenLabs.
  • Automate media generation for social media campaigns with ai.
  • Build socially responsible AI industry practices: Explore practical AI audit scenarios to understand risk, establish transparency and reliability.
  • Safeguarding innovation through strong IP protection, legal compliance, and proactive risk management.
  • Apply learned tools for business communication, analysis, or strategy scenario.
  • Present final mini-projects and receive peer/instructor feedback.
Begins

17th April, 2026

Duration

6 Weeks

4 (Weekly Hours) – 24 Hours Total

Delivery

Hybrid

(Lectures, Demonstrations, Hands-on Labs)

Program Fee

₹75,000 

Inclusive of GST

Batch Size

20 – 25 Seats 

(Limited Seats)

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from TCG CREST (Deemed to be University under UGC Act, 1956)

Last Date to apply

7th April, 2026

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Faculty and Industry Experts

This conference brings together the key stakeholders and knowledge repositories from around the world and India. Each session will be followed by defining the key take-aways, which, when seamlessly integrated into a single action plan will determine the agenda for systems transformation in health. SHESS, under TCG CREST (DTBU) will pursue and implement the same agenda through its academic and research offerings – in a culture of excellence and innovation.

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TCG CREST (Deemed to be University) offers a distinctive executive learning experience shaped by its strong research culture, interdisciplinary depth, and close collaboration with industry experts. The programme is designed as a structured learning experience rooted in academic rigour, industry relevance, and real-world application.

A) Interdisciplinary Focus on Future Technologies

At TCG CREST, teaching and practice are anchored in cutting-edge focus areas that define the future of technology and leadership. The institution actively works at the forefront of Agentic AI, IoT, Blockchain, Generative AI, Quantum, and Post-Quantum Technologies. This executive programme draws directly from this expertise to equip industry leaders with forward-looking tools, insights, and strategic perspectives for informed decision-making. These domains place TCG CREST among a select group of institutions addressing the next wave of technological transformation

B) Eminent Faculty and Industry Experts

In addition to TCG CREST faculty, eminent professors from ISI Kolkata, IITs, leading overseas research institutions, and senior industry experts will deliver special lectures as part of the programme. This combination ensures that learning is both conceptually sound and practically grounded, offering participants insights that are relevant, current, and actionable.

C) Value-Driven Pricing

With a programme fee of ₹75,000 (inclusive), the course is positioned to deliver strong value compared to global executive education offerings. Participants gain access to research-led instruction, live faculty interaction, industry insights, and hands-on learning, delivered through a focused, outcome-driven format.

D) Excellence in Research, Education, and Infrastructure

TCG CREST is a research-first institution where executive education is informed by ongoing frontier research. Supported by state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced computing infrastructure, and interdisciplinary research capabilities, the university fosters rigorous inquiry and translational innovation, ensuring that executive learning remains current, credible, and closely aligned with real technological advances.

E) Faster, practical upskilling

Unlike conventional executive programmes that span several months, this course delivers focused learning in just six weeks. The structure allows participants to quickly acquire relevant skills and apply them directly to workplace challenges, without long breaks from professional responsibilities.

CXOs, mid-senior managers, consultants, product leaders.

By the end of the programme, learners will be able to:

  • Apply AI confidently for everyday leadership tasks by using prompt engineering and AI tools to draft professional emails, reports, presentations, and summaries with speed, clarity, and privacy awareness.
  • Transform data and ideas into actionable business insights by leveraging AI for market analysis, visualization, competitive intelligence, and decision support—without requiring prior coding expertise.
  • Create compelling, AI-powered business communication and media, including story-driven presentations, brand-aligned visuals, videos, and social media content to enhance strategic impact.
  • Lead responsibly in the age of AI by understanding ethical AI practices, identifying bias and fairness issues, and applying AI tools thoughtfully through a hands-on capstone project grounded in real-world business scenarios.

Participants become future-ready for roles such as:

  • AI-enabled Business Manager
  • Strategy & Planning Lead
  • Analytics & Digital Transformation Leader
  • Consultant with AI specialization
  • Innovation / Automation Lead

With 83% of entry-level professionals and 48% of senior professionals expressing concern about AI’s impact, this programme equips leaders to navigate change, guide teams, and turn AI disruption into strategic advantage.

  1. Submit the online application form
  2. Await selection results
  3. Complete registration and fee payment
  4. Begin programme on 17th April, 2026
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Last date to apply: 7th April, 2026

Executive Programme
Think Fast, Lead Smart: AI Tools for Industry Leaders
Course ID: EX-01
For queries, reach out to us at [email protected]
Last Date to Apply: 7th April, 2026

Apply Now

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