Executive Programme in Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security for Organizations (EPAI&CSO)
Associate for Technical and Student Support: Jaro Education
Programme Overview
This programme is designed for non-technical professionals, engineers, IT project managers, and early-career IT professionals seeking to understand and mitigate cyber threats. It equips participants with essential skills in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and cybersecurity, making it ideal for career switchers and professionals aiming to advance in this field.
The curriculum covers AI fundamentals, machine learning, big data analytics, data visualization (Power BI, Tableau), generative AI, and emerging technologies like blockchain and quantum computing. It also delves into cybersecurity, risk management, threat mitigation, incident response, digital forensics, and compliance with global regulations.
With a strong focus on leadership and communication, this programme empowers professionals to navigate AI-driven innovations and the evolving cybersecurity landscape for career growth.
Programme USP
- Executive Education Alumni Status- IIM Indore
- Certificate of Completion from IIM Indore
- Designed for working Executives
- Holistic Curriculum
- Interactive Online Learning
- Curriculum taught by Best of the Domain Experts
Learning Outcomes
- Understand cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices.
- Apply risk management and security measures like firewalls and encryption.
- Investigate cyber incidents and comply with regulations.
- Communicate with stakeholders and lead security teams.
- Gain hands-on experience and industry networking for career growth.
- Learn key AI concepts, including machine learning and neural networks.
- Apply AI algorithms to real-world problems.
- Develop skills in Python, big data, and model optimization.
- Explore ethical AI considerations and emerging trends.
- Engage in hands-on projects and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Programme Contents
Module 1
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation
- Machine Learning and AI
- Big Data and Analytics
- Data Visualization
- Generative AI including Prompt Engineering
- Emerging Technologies like Blockchain and Quantum Computing
Module 2
- Introduction to Cyber Security: Issues and Challenges
- Introduction to Defensive and Offensive Cyber Security Landscape
- Security in the inter-connected world: Cloud, Mobile, IoT
- Incident Response and Digital Forensics
- Ethical Hacking
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) Concepts, IAM
- Layers and Technology
- Data Privacy, and Data Protection
- Overview of Cyber Crime
- Information Security: Strategy and Policy
- Designing Cyber Security Framework for an Organization
- Overview of Prevailing Cyber Law
*Courses are subject to change at IIM Indore’s discretion.
Duration & Number of Session Hours
Duration: 10 Months
Programme Schedule: July 2025 -May 2026
Number of Hours: 87.5 (Approx.)
Number of Sessions (75 Minutes each): 70 Sessions
Online Sessions: 58
On-Campus Module: 3 Days Duration (12 Sessions)
One or two sessions from some courses will become part of the on-campus orientation module. In case the on-campus module is not conducted due to the Covid situation, the same will be included in the total number of sessions.
*The programme duration may be slightly extended due to issues like faculty unavailability and gazetted holidays on the session days.
Pedagogy
The pedagogy will be a judicious mix of lectures, case discussions, project work, term papers, assignments, etc.
Eligibility
Diploma (10+2+3)/ Graduate / Post Graduate from Universities recognised by the Association of Indian Universities with minimum 50% marks in either Diploma or graduation or post-graduation (or its equivalent) with at least two years of work experience.
*Internships and Trainee experiences are not considered Full-time work experience
Attendance Criteria
Participants are expected to attend all sessions of a given course. However, Participants may take leave on account of emergencies, subject to the approval of the Programme Coordinator. However, 75% minimum attendance requirement would be considered for the final grading. For less than 75% attendance, grade cut as per the norms will be applied.
Evaluation Methodology
The performance of participants will be monitored on a continuous evaluation basis through quizzes, assignments, tests and examinations. The participant is required to score minimum marks/grades as decided by the Institute from time to time to complete the course.
Certification
Participants who successfully meet the evaluation criteria will receive the prestigious ‘Certificate of Completion’ from IIM Indore.
How the Courses will be Delivered:
The courses will be delivered through on-line mode using an appropriate technology synchronized platform. Lectures will be delivered through broadband based technology involving two-way audio and video communication. Sessions will be held once a week, generally on weekends. Participants can attend sessions directly from their desktop/laptop (Direct-2-device). The learners will be provided reading materials, etc. for each course. They may also interact with the concerned faculty through e-mails/ chat mode.
The academic sessions will be held on Saturday from 5:30 pm to 8:15 pm.
The time gap between two consecutive sessions is to give the participants a break. On some days, the classes may extend beyond the mentioned time. In addition to attending interactive sessions, participants have to undertake online quizzes, assignments, and examinations.
Programme Activity Timelines
| Application Closure | 10th July 2025 |
| Date for Academic Orientation | 19th July 2025 |
Total Fees and Payment Schedule*
| Fee Structure and Instalment Pattern | Fee Breakup in INR |
| Registration Fee | 2,500/- + GST |
| Programme Fee | 1,97,000 /- + GST |
| Total Programme Fee | 2,00,000/- + GST |
| Instalment 1(Payable at the time of admission) | 70,000/- + GST) |
| Instalment 2 (excluding GST) | 70,000/- + GST (15th October 2025) |
| Instalment 3 (excluding GST) | 57,500/- + GST (15th January 2025) |
*The above fee does not include the Executive education alumni fee.
*Registration fee is non-refundable.
Executive Education Alumni Status
The participants who will complete the programme successfully will be eligible for the Executive Education Alumni status of IIM Indore. They will require to apply separately along with the necessary fee to register their name. Current alumni membership plans are as follows:
2-year membership – INR 1000/- + applicable taxes,
Lifetime membership – INR 10,000/- + applicable taxes,
Benefits available to Executive Education Alumni:
1) Have access to brochures and newsletters from IIM Indore.
2) Access to the IIM Indore Campus Library (onsite access only),
3) Official email ID of the institute,
Mere successful completion of the programme, application submission, and fee does not entitle a participant to be eligible for executive education alumni status. IIM Indore reserves the right to confer or withhold executive education alumni status.
IIM Indore reserves the right to modify the above conditions at its discretion at any time without notice.
Only the courts at Indore, India will have the territorial jurisdiction to try any disputes arising in respect of the Executive Alumni membership being granted.
For more details: Executive Alumni – IIM Indore
Please note that all the dates are subject to change.
For more details contact: olpoffice@iimidr.ac.in
Tel.: 0731-2439676 / 742
You may also contact the Academic Counsellor of our technical partner Jaro Institute of Technology Management & Research Ltd, on: iimindore.admissions@jaro.in or contact Ms. Priya Rathod-8433740178.
Programme Page: Executive Programme in Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security for Organizations [EPAI&CSO] | Jaro Education
Please note that IIM Indore reserves the right to change the programme design, format, number of sessions, certificate format, terms in the programme or can incorporate any such change deemed necessary by the institute without prior intimation.