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Executive Program in General Management

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7 Months

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A minimum of 10 years of work experience

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MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management: Lead Strategy, Innovation, and Business Transformation

The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan Executive Education is a seven-month multimodular program designed to transform mid-career managers and business leaders into change agents who can drive digital transformation, innovation, and organizational growth.

Through in-person immersions at the MIT Sloan campus, interactive online modules, case studies, and an action learning project, participants strengthen their leadership skills, gain a global perspective, and learn to implement strategies that generate immediate organizational impact.

What Will You Learn in the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management?

Key Program Takeaways

  • Leadership and change management: Learn to drive organizational change, manage resistance, and influence stakeholders. Refine your leadership style and build emotional intelligence through feedback and coaching.

  • Strategic thinking and innovation: Gain frameworks for competitive strategy, innovation models, and entrepreneurial thinking. Learn to turn disruption—driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation—into actionable strategies. 

  • Technology, AI, and value chain insights: Understand value chains, operations, and the impact of digital technologies, including AI and digital platforms, across industries.

Step into a World of Leadership, Strategy, and Innovation

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    Program Learning Journey

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan follows a structured learning journey that combines online learning, live online sessions, and on-campus immersions.
    Program Learning Journey

    How Is the Executive Program in General Management Curriculum Structured?

    The MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management curriculum is structured as a seven-month learning experience covering innovation, strategy, entrepreneurship, decision making, technology, and leadership. Participants will develop key leadership and management skills, including integrating an entrepreneurial mindset into corporate culture, strategizing AI-driven transformation, building collaborative organizations, and managing key talent across global markets.

    Strengthen your leadership capacity to influence, negotiate, and lead change. Build coaching skills, manage organizational networks, and apply financial analysis to drive performance.

    • Change Management

    • Negotiation and Influence

    • Organizational Networks and Power

    • The Coaching Approach to Leadership

    • Valuation and Financial Analysis

    Develop strategies to create and capture value, launch ventures, and drive innovation. Apply frameworks in competitive strategy, entrepreneurship, and marketing to lead in dynamic markets.

    • Competitive Strategy 

    • Disciplined Entrepreneurship 

    • Innovation Dynamics and Models 

    • Marketing Strategies Leveraging AI

    Optimize global value chains and operations using system dynamics and innovation tools. Apply AI to predict risks, improve efficiency, and build adaptive organizations.

    • Value Chain Dynamics

    • Operations for Entrepreneurs

    • System Dynamics

    • Service Quality and Innovation

    Leverage digital business models, platforms, and AI to transform operations. Apply emerging technologies to automate processes, enhance decisions, and scale digital enterprises.

    • Digital Business Models

    • AI for Business Transformation

    • Platform Strategy

    • Digital Operations

    Note: The list of topics is not exhaustive and is subject to change.

    How Does the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management Prepare You for Real-World Leadership?

    Key Features of the Executive Program in General Management

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    On-Campus Immersion

    Interact with faculty and network with your peers on the MIT Sloan school campus in Massachusetts.

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    Core Curriculum

    Kick-start your program journey with in-depth core sessions in management and leadership, strategy and innovation, and digital transformation and AI.

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    Action Learning Project

    Address real business challenges and gain practical exposure to corporate structures, new ventures, and operational challenges in unfamiliar work environments.

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    Real-World Application

    Tackle real-world problems and apply program learnings to your business immediately.

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    World-Renowned Faculty

    Learn from world-renowned subject matter experts with industry experience.

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    Interactive Sessions

    Take advantage of more than 200 hours of interactive sessions with faculty, industry experts, and an accomplished peer group.

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    Ecosystem Visits

    Engage with world-class faculty, research labs, and the MIT ecosystem through on-campus immersions in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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    Peer Learning

    Learn from high-achieving peers from around the globe and build a lifelong network.

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    Network and Alumni Benefits

    Earn the Advanced Certificate for Executives (ACE) and MIT Sloan affiliate alumni status with access to a global peer and alumni network.

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    High Touch

    Engage in live online sessions, guest lectures by industry experts, and project work.

    Action Learning Project

    Action learning projects are cornerstones of the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management. Participants gain firsthand exposure to corporate structures, new business models, product development, and complex operational challenges while applying fresh management and business development approaches in unfamiliar environments. This experience culminates in a final presentation to a distinguished panel of MIT alumni, MIT Entrepreneurs in Residence, the program’s faculty director, and angel investors.

    What Does the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management Include?

    Expert AI Insights

    The MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management provides expert-led insights on how AI is transforming strategy, leadership, and operations. Integrated across the curriculum, these learnings prepare senior executives and leaders to harness emerging technologies responsibly and gain a competitive edge while driving sustainable business transformation.

    Program Calendar of the Executive Program in General Management

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan Executive Education features a comprehensive learning journey that includes live online sessions with thought leaders from MIT Sloan faculty, providing cutting-edge insights into leadership through strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. You will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the MIT ecosystem with three on-campus modules in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

    Program Launch

    December 9, 2026 | Live Online Orientation

    Pre-work

    December 10, 2026 – January 24, 2027 | Online

    Term 1 | In Person | MIT Sloan School of Management

    January 25–29, 2027 | Cambridge, Massachusetts

    Term 2 | Online (Asynchronous Coursework)

    January 30–April 18, 2027

    Term 3 | In Person | MIT Sloan School of Management

    April 19–23, 2027 | Cambridge, Massachusetts

    Term 4 | Online (Asynchronous Coursework)

    April 24–July 25, 2027

    Term 5 | In Person | MIT Sloan School of Management

    July 26–30, 2027 | Cambridge, Massachusetts

    Note: Translation devices/services are not allowed/supported in the program. The program schedule is subject to change. Self-paced components of the curriculum are provided by our program partner Emeritus.

    Who Is the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management For?

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan Executive Education is designed for international participants from emerging markets. In past years, participants have come from more than 20 countries and from diverse organizations and industries.

    Senior professionals

    Prepare for larger, high-impact roles and strengthen your grounding in the latest management theory.

    Mid-career managers and leaders from organizations of all sizes

    Drive change and lead technology-driven growth.

    Executives

    Transition careers or launch your own entrepreneurial ventures.

    What Past Participants Have to Say About the Program

    The program was extremely transformational. We didn’t just learn the frameworks for each topic, but we also applied them in the classroom setting.
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    Sevgi Koklu
    The program molds you into the kind of executive you never though you could be. I am a different person now. I am more vocal, more excited about my job, and I am ready for the next level in my career.
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    James McDowell
    I don't think any other program can, in such a short time, provide a global perspective on so many elements of management and help you transform yourself into a true leader. If you want to open a door to tomorrow's world, it has to be MIT EPGM....
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    Nadia Tanveer,
    2018 Cohort
    All my expectations for the program were exceeded. It lets you explore ideas with the faculty, extract insights from the MIT ecosystem, and expand your perspective with a richly diverse peer group.
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    Ricardo Medina
    I enjoyed interacting with my project teams that included executives from various countries and backgrounds. I rate the program as a great investment of my time, and I am glad I chose MIT EPGM.
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    Ching Soo
    Overall, it’s been a fabulous learning experience. The way I analyze a situation now is completely different and much more structured than what it was, prior to the program.
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    Vineet Wadhwa
    The people who accompanied me during the program complemented the actual course really well. It’s been really fun to talk through professional problems with my ruchky diverse cohort peers.
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    Yonatan Polit
    The biggest change for me has been around negotiations. It has enabled me to go back to my professional environment and apply those skills while speaking with my clients and colleagues.
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    Michael Bowie
    A lot of the frameworks being taught have been developed by faculties after looking at realworld problems. The project on problem-finding, where every individual had to think of realworld problems, was phenomenal....
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    Chetan Thakkar
    One of the most important things I learned is how to build intelligent teams and networks. The program will improve your management style and also help you become a more disciplined entrepreneur.
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    Tamer Teba
    The program provided me with the tools and frameworks that addressed the questions I had while also helping me develop different perspectives to a particular issue.
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    Giang Pham
    The program focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership for change, which is exactly what I needed. MIT EPGM was a perfect match for me that equipped me with the tools and frameworks I can use effectively....
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    Anis Sinno
    “MIT Sloan’s EPGM provided me with an excellent combination of curriculum focused on the latest and proven frameworks of business management, innovation, and technology that can be applied across geographies and industries”...
    Himanshu Joshi
    Himanshu Joshi,
    2020-21 Cohort
    “As we heard at MIT, it is like 'drinking from a fire hose' there. I would recommend and advise this program to whoever wants to dive deep into the organizational, technological, and innovation perspectives of a global knowledge base from a world-class academic institution”...
    Priyadarshan Chaturvedi
    Priyadarshan Chaturvedi,
    2015-16 Cohort

    Past Participants of the Executive Program in General Management

    Past participants of MIT Sloan’s Executive Program in General Management represent a wide range of industries, functions, and cultural backgrounds, bringing extensive global experience to the classroom. This cohort diversity fosters rich exchange, broadens perspectives, and inspires innovative solutions for the unique challenges facing your organization.

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    Note: The above participant data is across previous cohorts and is non-exhaustive

    Where Past Learners Come From

    Disclaimer: All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of product and company names does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by the holders.

    The list of companies is only indicative and not exhaustive.

    Meet the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management Faculty

    Faculty Member David Robertson

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    Faculty Director

    David Robertson is a Senior lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management where he teaches product development and digital product management. Prior to MIT, Robertson was a P...

    Note: Faculty are subject to change.

    What Credentials and Outcomes Will You Gain From the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management?

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    After successful completion of the Executive Program in General Management, you will be awarded a verified certificate of completion from MIT Sloan School of Management. You will also receive an Advanced Certificate for Executives (ACE) in Management, Innovation, and Technology, recognizing your achievement and the investment you and your organization have made in your education and development.

    Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of MIT Sloan.

    Alumni Benefits of the Executive Program in General Management

    Upon completion of the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management, participants gain MIT Sloan Affiliate Alumni status—connecting you to a global network of over 120,000 MIT Sloan alumni across more than 90 countries, along with exclusive affiliate alumni benefits. This is an extraordinary opportunity to expand your network and access exclusive affiliate alumni benefits.

    Network Benefits

    • Access to the MIT Sloan Alumni Portal

    • Ability to create a profile within the MIT Sloan Alumni Portal and have access to the Sloan People Database (SPD)

    • Email forwarding for life (EFL) address: @sloan.mit.edu

    • Ability to search and connect with MIT alumni and other affiliated alumni

    • Access to password-protected MIT Sloan alumni webpages

    • Lifelong learning and networking opportunities

    • A 20% discount on future programs*

    MIT Sloan Events

    • Access to events through the MIT Sloan events calendar

    *Applicable to standard open-enrollment programs at MIT Sloan Executive Education, with some exclusions.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan?

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan is a seven-month, multimodular executive leadership program designed to equip mid-career managers and leaders with the latest thinking on strategy, innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, digital transformation, and AI.

    Who is this program designed for?

    This executive leadership course is tailored for professionals from emerging markets with at least 10 years of experience in functional, technical, or business roles. The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan is well suited for those looking to:

    • Expand their influence

    • Lead cross-functional teams

    • Step into enterprise roles

    How do I prepare for senior leadership and general management roles?

    Professionals aiming for enterprise-level roles need cross-functional exposure, a global outlook, and strategic capabilities. An executive leadership course, such as the Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan, is designed to help mid-career professionals develop these attributes through an immersive, multimodular learning journey.

    What is the ideal path to transition into general management?

    A successful transition into general management involves gaining a broad understanding of: 

    • Innovation

    • Strategy

    • Leadership

    • Digital transformation

    An executive leadership program, such as the Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan, offers a structured curriculum and a peer learning environment that supports this shift.

    Who is eligible to apply to the MIT Sloan Executive Program in General Management?

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan is designed for international participants from emerging markets with a minimum of 10 years of experience in functional, technical, or business roles. A graduate degree and international exposure are preferred.

    Does this executive education program support professionals from nonbusiness backgrounds?

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan is well suited for professionals from technical, functional, or entrepreneurial backgrounds who are looking for a general management program to grow their leadership.

    What makes such business management programs unique?

    This Executive Program in General Management is a business management program from MIT Sloan that combines in-person learning with online sessions and brings together globally renowned faculty and a diverse peer cohort. This general management program is designed to help leaders navigate complex challenges and drive innovation across business functions.

    What is the format and structure of the Executive Program in General Management?

    The Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan includes:

    • Three immersive in-person sessions at the MIT Sloan campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts

    • Two online asynchronous modules

    • One live online workshop

    • 200+ hours of interactive sessions with 20+ MIT Sloan faculty

    This general management program blends on-campus learning with virtual sessions.

    Are translation devices or services permitted during the program?

    No, translation devices or services are not allowed or supported in the program. Participants are expected to have proficiency in English in order to fully engage with the program materials and discussions.

    What is the action learning project, and how does it work?

    An integral part of the Executive Program in General Management from MIT Sloan is the action learning project, which challenges participants to apply program concepts to real-world business problems. In every project, participants get a rare firsthand look at corporate structures, new business ideas, use cases, business implications for cutting-edge technology, including AI, and a wide array of operational challenges facing organizations.

    What skills can I expect to build in this executive education program?

    Participants of this MIT Sloan executive program build capabilities in areas such as: 

    • Strategic decision making 

    • AI and digital transformation

    • Organizational leadership

    • Innovation

    • Value chain management

    These are complemented by a real-world action learning project.

    I have a full-time job. What is the time commitment expected from me?

    The Executive Program in General Management is designed to accommodate working professionals. You will engage in approximately four to six hours of coursework per week during the online modules. The program includes three in-person modules at the MIT Sloan campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which require travel and full-time participation for one week each.

    What is included in the program fee?

    The tuition fee covers teaching, program materials, live sessions, access to online platforms, and most in-program meals during the in-person modules. The fee does not include accommodation, travel (including international and visa-related expenses), or any other costs not explicitly stated.

    Are there payment plans or tuition benefits available?

    You can choose to pay the full program fee upfront or through an approved installment plan. Early applicants may also be eligible for tuition benefits. If you are seeking sponsorship from your organization, a custom request letter is available upon request.

    Connect with a Program Advisor for a 1:1 Session

    Our program advisors have helped senior executives across the world choose the right program for their career goals. Schedule a 1:1 to get a deeper understanding why the Executive Program in General Management is the right fit for you.

    Email: mit_epgm@emeritus.org

    Phone: +1 646 713 0918 (U.S.) / +44 1156 471388 (U.K.) / +971 80 0035704133 (U.A.E.) / +52 55965 38957 (LATAM) / 000 8009191979 (India*) / +65 3138 4749 (S.G.)

    *If you are dialing the India number, please make sure to include the first three zeros (000).

    We encourage early application due to limited cohort capacity.

    Flexible payment options available.

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