The Advanced Programme in Smart Manufacturing Leadership by IIM Calcutta is a specially curated executive programme designed for senior professionals, plant heads, CXOs, operations leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to drive smart manufacturing strategies and leverage technology for operational excellence and competitiveness.

The programme blends strategic leadership training with deep technical insights into smart manufacturing technologies. Through a structured curriculum covering foundations of smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 enabling technologies, AI and analytics, supply chain sustainability, legal frameworks, finance and innovation management, participants gain the ability to design and execute digital transformation roadmaps for their organizations.

Programme Objectives:

Master Industry 4.0 Fundamentals
Lead Digital Transformation
Leverage Advanced Technologies
Ensure Secure Operations
Learn from Real Cases
Create Strategic Roadmaps

Desired Candidate Profile

Eligibility:

Working managers with an experience profile of 8 years or more, who are graduates (10+2+3 )/ postgraduates in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Participants would be shortlisted on the basis assessment of background and motivation based on the application form submitted.

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Smart Manufacturing

Evolution of Manufacturing Systems
Concept of Manufacturing Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0, Cyber Physical Systems (CPS), and Horizontal-Vertical integration
Advanced Manufacturing Systems (Reconfigurable and Flexible Manufacturing Systems), Lean, Agile & Smart Manufacturing
The Business Case for Smart Manufacturing

Module 2: Industry 4.0 Enabling Technologies

Internet of Things (IoT) & Industrial IoT (IIoT)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Manufacturing
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Cloud & Edge Computing
Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality

Module 3: Data-Driven Manufacturing System Modelling and Analysis

Fundamental Manufacturing Process Metrics
Queuing Theory
Predictive Maintenance & Quality Control
Digital Twins & Simulation Modeling
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Module 4: Enabling Infrastructure

Cybersecurity for Smart Manufacturing Change Management and Workforce Readiness
Governance, Ethics, and Risk in Digital Manufacturing
Concept of Automation and Digital Channels
Diagnostics for digital transformation - Technology maturity level for digital manufacturing
Technology road mapping

Module 5: Supply Chain and Sustainability

Digital Supply Chains
Blockchain Applications
Sustainable Manufacturing
Smart Sourcing

Module 6: Strategy and Leadership in Digital Manufacturing

Crafting & implementing Digital Manufacturing Strategy, Challenges, opportunities of digitalizing manufacturing
Leading Organizational Change
Business Model Innovation with Smart Manufacturing
Capstone Project

Module 7: Manufacturing Leadership in connected industry

AI & Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
Process Optimization using AI
Big Data in Smart Manufacturing
Data analytics hands-on
Case Studies on AI-driven Productivity

Module 8: Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics in Manufacturing

AI & Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
Process Optimization using AI
Big Data in Smart Manufacturing
Data analytics hands-on
Case Studies on AI-driven Productivity

Module 9: Innovation and Product Management

Design Thinking
New Product Innovation and Management
Product Lifecycle Management

Module 10: Finance for Manufacturing Leaders

Financial Analysis: Cost & Works Accounting, Activity-Based Costing
Project Finance, Make or Buy Analysis, ROI
Understanding P&L and Balance Sheet: Key Terms and Ratios

Module 11: Understanding Legal and Regulatory Framework

Understanding of New Labour Laws & Codes Key Terms and Ratios

Module 12: Campus Visit at IIM Calcutta Joka campus

This module includes a 4-day campus visit, comprising a total of 24 hours of classes on various topics, along with projects and presentations. Some sessions from previous modules may also be held on campus. The campus visit will feature an exam, project presentations, and in-campus classes, including sessions led by industry leaders and IIMC faculty, live demos and/or industry visits

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