Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Programme
Shaping Future-Ready CFOs in a Digital-First Economy
- Blended pedagogy for immersive learning
- Certificate of completion from IIM Raipur
- Executive Education Alumni Status
- 3-day campus immersion
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What is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) programme?
Today's Chief Financial Officer is expected to do far more than manage financial performance. Modern CFOs lead AI-driven finance transformation, capital allocation, enterprise risk, ESG strategy, M&A, governance, and digital innovation while enabling sustainable business growth. As India's digital economy and BFSI sector continue to evolve, finance leaders must combine strategic finance expertise with AI, data-driven decision-making, and technology leadership to shape the future of their organisations.
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What are the highlights of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) programme?
Comprehensive Curriculum
Master strategic finance, analytics, governance, and digital transformation.
Self-Paced Online Learning with Pre-Recorded Video Lectures
Learn online from top faculty of IIM Raipur and enhance your CFO skill set
Capstone Project Guided by a Success Coach
Apply learning to a real financial challenge with faculty support.
Live Online Sessions by Faculty and Success Coach
Learn through live sessions, self-paced modules, and an on-campus immersion.
CFO Playbook Activities
Translate insights into a personalised leadership roadmap.
Executive Alumni Status
Access IIM Raipur’s executive alumni network and benefits.
Industry Examples & Cases
Gain practical insights from real-world scenarios and contemporary business challenges.
Expert-Led Masterclasses
Learn directly from seasoned finance and industry leaders.
3-Day Immersion at IIM Raipur Campus
Strengthen strategic thinking and executive presence on campus.
Get Certificate from IIM Raipur
Earn a prestigious credential from IIM Raipur.
Why choose the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) programme?
Understand the expanded, strategy-driven CFO mandate.
Strengthen forecasting, performance management, and data-led decision-making.
Master valuation, capital strategy, and high-impact M&A decisions.
Build robust risk, compliance, and governance frameworks aligned with India’s landscape.
Lead digital-first finance through AI, automation, and advanced analytics.
Integrate ESG and sustainable finance into enterprise strategy.
Elevate leadership, communication, and stakeholder influence.
How the Programme Transforms Your CFO Capability
Develop the Strategic Mindset of a Modern CFO
Lead beyond finance by aligning business strategy, capital allocation, and financial insight to drive enterprise-wide growth and executive decision-making.
Make High-Impact Financial Decisions
Master valuation, capital structure, M&A, and AI-enabled financial management to make confident investment decisions and manage risk.
Lead AI-Driven Finance Transformation
Leverage AI, automation, cloud finance systems, and predictive analytics to modernise finance operations and accelerate business performance.
Drive Sustainable Finance & Governance
Integrate ESG, responsible investing, governance, and stakeholder communication into financial strategy to create long-term business value.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Programme: Curriculum
Pillar 1: Evolving Role of the CFO
This pillar sets the foundation for understanding how the CFO role has transformed from a financial custodian to a strategic enterprise leader. Participants learn how modern CFOs drive business strategy, influence cross-functional decision-making, and shape organisational direction.
Module 1: Evolution of a CFO: Past, Present, Future (Live online)
Module 2: CFO as a Strategic Business Partner (Live online)
Pillar 2: Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis
This pillar strengthens participants’ analytical acumen by taking a deep live into financial statements, capital budgeting, and performance evaluation. It builds the ability to interpret numbers strategically, enabling sharper forecasting, budgeting, and resource allocation across business units.
Module 3: Understanding the Various Financial Statements (Online)
Module 4: Analysis of the Various Financial Statements (Online)
Module 5: Corporate Financial Decisions (Online)
Module 6: Capital Budgeting Techniques (Online)
Module 7: Project Analysis and Financing (Online)
Module 8: Advanced Financial Reporting with Focus on Indian Regulations (Industry-expert led)
Pillar 3: Strategic Corporate Finance
Participants build advanced competency in corporate finance decisions involving capital structure, dividend choices, valuations, and M&A. The pillar helps future CFOs strengthen financial resilience, assess growth opportunities, and navigate complex transactions in dynamic markets.
Module 9: Optimising Capital Structure (Online)
Module 10: Dividend Policy Decisions (Online)
Module 11: Advanced Business Valuation Techniques—1 (Online)
Module 12: Advanced Business Valuation Techniques—2 (Online)
Module 13: M&A and Post-Merger Integration (Live online)
Module 14: Toolkit for Going Public (Industry-expert led)
Module 15: Navigating Large-Scale Capital Investments and Funding Strategies (Live online)
Pillar 4: Financial Markets & Their Impact on Indian Businesses
This pillar offers a comprehensive understanding of domestic and global financial markets and their influence on Indian businesses. Participants explore instruments, derivatives, and market dynamics that inform investment strategy and risk mitigation.
Module 16: Overview of Financial Markets (Domestic and International) (Online)
Module 17: Various Financial Instruments (Online)
Module 18: Derivatives, Options and Hedging (Online)
Module 19: Global Financial Markets and Their Impact on Indian Businesses (Live online)
Pillar 5: Risk Management & Internal Controls
Participants learn to design and implement robust risk management frameworks aligned with Indian regulatory requirements. The pillar equips future CFOs to anticipate financial risks, ensure compliance, and strengthen governance through effective controls.
Module 20: Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks for Financial Risk Assessments (Online)
Module 21: Measuring Market and Credit Risk (Online)
Module 22: Design & Implementation of Risk Management Systems (Online)
Module 23: Regulatory Compliance for Risk Requirements in India (Online)
Module 24: Foreging Exchange and Currency Risk Management (Online)
Module 25: AI-Driven Financial Risk Management and Fraud Prevention (Industry expert-led)
Pillar 6: Asset Pricing & Portfolio Management
This pillar builds investment decision-making skills by covering asset pricing models, risk return trade-offs, and behavioural finance. Participants develop capabilities to guide corporate treasury, optimise portfolios, and advise on institutional investment strategy.
Module 26: Measuring Returns and Risk (Online)
Module 27: Factor Models and Asset Pricing (Online)
Module 28: Portfolio Management (Online)
Module 29: Behavioral Finance (Online)
Pillar 7: AI and Digital Transformation
Participants learn how digital tools, AI, ML, and cloud technologies are reshaping the finance function. The pillar prepares CFOs to lead digital transformation initiatives, automate processes, and harness data for real-time, insight-led decision-making.
Module 30: Emerging Trends in Fintech (Online)
Module 31: Applications of AI & ML in Finance—AI-Powered Financial Forecasting (Industry expert-led)
Module 32: Cloud-Based Financial Management Systems and Migration Strategies (Industry expert-led)
Module 33: GenAI Use Cases in Finance (Industry expert-led)
Module 34: AI's Impact on CFO Office (Industry expert-led)
Pillar 8: Sustainability in Finance
This pillar helps leaders embed sustainability into financial strategy through ESG integration, sustainable financing, and transparent reporting. Participants understand how responsible finance drives long-term organisational value in the Indian context.
Module 35: Integrating ESG Factors into Financial Analysis (Online)
Module 36: Sustainable Financing Options in India (Online)
Module 37: Reporting on ESG Performance (Online)
Module 38: Principles of Impact Investing (Live online)
Pillar 9: Finance Leadership for CFOs
The programme culminates in an immersive leadership module that builds executive presence, governance excellence, and strategic communication skills. Participants learn to influence stakeholders, craft a vision, and lead with clarity and conviction.
Module 39: Executive Presence & Influence for the CFO Role
Module 40: Decision Making for Finance Professionals
Module 41: Importance of Crafting a Vision & Mission Statement
Module 42: Understanding the Overall Financial Presentations by a Corporate
Module 43: Corporate Governance: Structures and Frameworks
Module 44: Balancing Shareholder and Stakeholder Interests
Module 45: Toolkit for Risk Management
Specialised Masterclasses Led by Industry Experts
Advanced Financial Reporting with Focus on Indian Regulations
Explore how to interpret, apply, and comply with evolving Indian regulatory standards for financial reporting.
Toolkit for Going Public
Understand the financial and strategic frameworks essential for navigating IPO readiness and public-market expectations.
AI-Driven Financial Risk Management and Fraud Prevention
Explore the use of AI and automation to strengthen risk detection and compliance monitoring in financial systems.
Applications of AI/ML in Finance (AI-Powered Financial Forecasting)
Gain exposure to predictive analytics and AI-driven processes that transform forecasting and performance planning.
Cloud-Based Financial Management Systems and Migration Strategies
Discover how cloud platforms could enhance financial agility and scalability.
GenAI Use Cases in Finance
Examine practical GenAI applications in financial management such as automating reporting or digital performance management.
AI’s Impact on the CFO Office
Understand how AI is redefining the CFO’s remit, enabling realtime decision-making and intelligent enterprise leadership.
Who Is This Programme For ?
Professionals in High-Growth Finance Roles:
Mid- to senior-level finance professionals looking to expand their role from financial control to enterprise strategy, take on larger mandates, influence cross-functional decisions, and contribute to organisational growth.
Strategic Finance Leaders & Decision-Makers:
Aspiring and new CFOs, VPs, and senior finance leaders seeking to strengthen their capabilities in advanced financial decision-making, capital strategy, stakeholder leadership, and long-term financial planning.
Professionals Driving Innovation and Future-Ready Finance:
Experienced CAs, finance entrepreneurs, and business strategists looking to leverage AI, analytics, and sustainable finance to future-proof the CFO function and lead with modern financial intelligence.
Programme Directors
Prof. Pranith Kumar Roy
Asst. Professor - Finance & Accounts Ph.D. from IIT (ISM), Dhanbad; Financial Risk Management (GARP, USA), M.Tech from IIT Delhi, B.Tech from University of Calcutta
Prof. Pranith Kumar Roy is faculty member in the area of Finance and Accounts at the Indian Institute of Management, Raipur. He has studied M. Tech. at IIT Delhi and Ph.D. at ...
Prof. Himanshu S Srivastava
Asst. Professor - Marketing MBA (Devi Ahilya University, Indore), FPM (IIM Indore)
Prof. Himanshu Srivastava is an assistant professor in the Marketing Management
department at the Indian Institute of Management Raipur where he teaches Services
Marketing, Cu...
Programme Faculty
Prof. Rajesh Pathak
Associate Professor, Finance & Accounts
Prof. Ranjan Dasgupta
Associate Professor, Finance & Accounts/ Strategic Management
Prof. Pradiptarathi Panda
Assistant Professor, Finance & Accounts
Prof. Sangita Choudhary
Associate Professor, Finance & Accounts
Prof. Jagannath MVK
Assistant Professor, Finance & Accounts
Certificate awarded on completion of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) programme
Participants who successfully complete the program with a minimum score of 50% after evaluation will receive an Executive Education certificate issued by IIM Raipur. The program also counts toward eligibility for alumni status, which provides access to alumni clubs, events, and professional networks.
Evaluation methodology is at the discretion of the faculty and may include online exams, case analysis, class contribution, and other components as determined by the respective programme faculties. Participants may be required to complete individual or group assignments and projects designed to apply conceptual learning to real-world organisational scenarios. Minimum pass marks must be attained in all evaluation components.
Note:
All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Raipur.
Participants must maintain at least 75% attendance in faculty-led live online sessions to successfully complete the programme. Those falling short may be assigned additional academic work by the Programme Directors. Successful completion of the assigned work will qualify the participant for programme completion; otherwise, a Certificate of Participation will be issued instead of a Certificate of Completion.
IIM Raipur Executive Alumni Benefits: A Lasting Network
Participants will be eligible for IIM Raipur Executive Alumni benefits for a period of three years:
Access to a network of distinguished IIM Raipur Executive Alumni.
Access to the IIM Raipur Campus Library (onsite access only).
Access to the program brochures and newsletters from IIM Raipur.
Note: Executive Alumni benefits are valid for three years and are subject to change as per IIM Raipur’s discretion.
FAQs
What is the eligibility for the IIM Raipur CFO Programme?
The programme is designed for graduates or diploma holders with a 10+2+3 qualification, or an equivalent degree, including CA or CFA charter-holders, from a recognised university. Applicants must have a minimum of five years of work experience.
Who should apply for this programme?
The programme is suited for mid- to senior-level finance professionals, aspiring and new CFOs, VPs, CFOs, senior finance decision-makers, experienced CAs, finance entrepreneurs and business strategists looking to strengthen their strategic finance and leadership capabilities.
What does the programme curriculum cover?
The curriculum covers the evolving role of the CFO, financial planning and analysis, strategic corporate finance, financial markets, risk management and internal controls, asset pricing and portfolio management, AI and digital transformation, sustainability in finance, and finance leadership.
What is the mode and duration of the programme?
The programme runs for nine months through a blend of self-paced online learning, live online sessions, industry expert-led masterclasses and a three-day in-person campus immersion at IIM Raipur.
Is the programme live or recorded?
It includes both pre-recorded online learning and live online sessions led by IIM Raipur faculty and Success Coaches. It also includes industry expert-led masterclasses and in-person campus learning.
How much time should I expect to invest each week?
Participants should plan for approximately 3–7 hours of effort per week.
Does the programme include a capstone project?
Yes. Participants work on a guided capstone project focused on applying programme learning to a real or simulated organisational challenge, supported by a Success Coach and CFO Playbook activities.
What is the role of a modern CFO?
A modern CFO goes beyond reporting and financial control to contribute to strategy, capital allocation, risk management, governance, technology adoption, ESG, M&A and enterprise transformation.
What is the programme fee? Are payment options available?
The programme fee is INR 2,60,000 or AED 11,577, plus applicable taxes. Flexible payment options are available. Participants should contact the programme advisor for the applicable instalment schedule and terms.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who achieve a minimum evaluation score of 50% and meet the required attendance criteria will receive a Certificate of Completion from IIM Raipur. Participants who do not meet the evaluation criteria but fulfil the attendance requirement will receive a Certificate of Participation. No transcript or marksheet will be issued.
Is campus immersion included?
Yes. The programme includes a three-day immersion at the IIM Raipur campus, offering face-to-face learning and networking opportunities with faculty and peers.
Do participants receive alumni benefits?
Eligible participants receive IIM Raipur Executive Alumni benefits for three years, including access to the alumni network, onsite campus library access, and IIM Raipur programme brochures and newsletters.
Does the programme offer placement assistance?
No additional career or placement services are offered with this programme.
How long will I have access to the recorded learning materials?
Recordings will be available online for one year after the programme ends. They cannot be downloaded.
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