24 Weeks | Executive Leadership | IIIT-B & IIM Udaipur

IIIT Bangalore & IIM Udaipur
Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO) Program

The Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO) Program is a 24-week executive programme jointly offered by IIIT Bangalore and IIM Udaipur in collaboration with upGrad. Designed for experienced data and analytics leaders, the programme develops board-level leadership capabilities by combining enterprise data strategy, AI governance, data economics, organizational transformation, regulatory compliance and executive decision-making. Learners complete seven modules, applied CDAIO decision labs, a two-day campus immersion at IIIT Bangalore and build a Board-Ready Strategic Dossier consisting of executive artefacts including a Board Memo, CFO Investment Case, 3-Year Data & AI Roadmap, CDAIO 100-Day Mandate Plan and Board Presentation Deck. Executive alumni status from both IIIT Bangalore and IIM Udaipur is also included upon successful completion. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

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University Rankings & Accreditation

IIIT Bangalore & IIM Udaipur — recognition that matters

IIIT Bangalore A+ NAAC Accredited

IIM Udaipur AACSB Accredited Business School

Dual Executive Alumni IIIT-B & IIM Udaipur

Board-Ready Strategic Dossier Executive Leadership Portfolio

Applied Decision Labs Enterprise AI Leadership Simulations

Campus Immersion 2-Day IIIT Bangalore Workshop

Industry Case Studies Enterprise AI & Data Strategy

Executive Certificate Joint Certification from IIIT-B & IIMU

Program Highlights

Everything that matters — at a glance

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Programme Duration
24 Weeks (6 Months)
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Programme Type
Executive Leadership Programme
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Learning Mode
Live Online + Recorded + 2-Day Campus Immersion
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Institutions
IIIT Bangalore & IIM Udaipur
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Curriculum
7 Executive Modules
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Decision Labs
7 Applied CDAIO Decision Labs
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Capstone
Board-Ready Strategic Dossier
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Learning Hours
160+ Hours
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Executive Alumni
IIIT-B & IIM Udaipur
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Programme Fee
₹2,99,000

How You Learn Online

UGC-compliant 4-Quadrant learning model — structured for working professionals

Video & E-Tutorial

Animated video lectures, virtual labs, audio content and full transcriptions — available 24/7

E-Content & Resources

Digital study material, e-books, case studies, web references and reading material uploaded weekly

Live Discussion Forum

Weekly live sessions with course coordinators for doubt-clearing and peer interaction

Assessments

Weekly quizzes, assignments, MCQs and project evaluations — structured and timely feedback

Program Curriculum

Industry-aligned, application-based — built for career outcomes

Module 1: Data Strategy & Enterprise Architecture

Enterprise Data Strategy
AI Readiness Assessment
Enterprise Architecture
Data Lakehouse
Data Mesh
Data Fabric
Streaming Architecture
Cloud Strategy
Vendor Evaluation
Enterprise Data Maturity Assessment

Module 2: Data Governance & Regulatory Framework

Enterprise Data Governance
Data Quality Management
DPDP Act 2023
DPDP Rules 2025
RBI Data Localization
SEBI Regulations
IRDAI Compliance
Cross-border Data Governance
Cybersecurity Governance
Governance Operating Model

Module 3: Generative AI & Agentic AI

Generative AI Strategy
Agentic AI
Large Language Models
Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
Vector Databases
Knowledge Graphs
Model Monitoring
AI Risk Framework
Vendor Selection Strategy
AI Governance

Module 4: AI Products & Enterprise Scaling

AI Product Strategy
AI Product Lifecycle
Production AI
Responsible AI
AI Centre of Excellence
Pilot to Production
Data Products
AI Ethics
AI Adoption Metrics
Enterprise AI Scaling

Module 5: Data Economics & AI Investment

Data Asset Valuation
Data Monetization
Data P&L
AI FinOps
Revenue Models
Cost Structure
NPV Analysis
IRR Analysis
EBITDA Impact
CFO Investment Case

Module 6: Building Data-First Organizations

Organization Design
Change Management
Data Culture
Enterprise Data Literacy
Stakeholder Management
Leadership Communication
Federated Data Teams
Hub-and-Spoke Model
Data Ownership
Transformation Strategy

Module 7: Board Leadership & CDAIO Mandate

Board Communication
Executive Leadership
C-Suite Collaboration
CIO/CDO/CTO/CAIO Dynamics
Political Navigation
100-Day CDAIO Plan
Board Presentation
Executive Decision Making
Leadership Strategy
CDAIO Success Framework

Applied Decision Labs

Enterprise Data Strategy Lab
AI Readiness Assessment Workshop
Data Governance Simulation
AI Governance Decision Lab
Enterprise AI Scaling Lab
Data Monetization Strategy
CDAIO Leadership Simulation
Board-level Decision Exercises
Executive Case Discussions
Cross-functional Leadership Scenarios

Board-Ready Strategic Dossier

Board Memo
Enterprise Data & AI Vision
3-Year Data & AI Roadmap
CFO Investment Case
Data Governance Blueprint
AI Transformation Strategy
100-Day CDAIO Action Plan
Executive KPI Framework
Board Presentation Deck
Executive Leadership Portfolio

Campus Immersion

2-Day IIIT Bangalore Campus Visit
Faculty-led Workshops
Executive Networking
Leadership Roundtables
Industry Panel Discussions
Peer Learning Sessions
Capstone Reviews
Board Presentation Practice

Executive Leadership Skills

Strategic Decision Making
Executive Communication
Stakeholder Management
Business Transformation
Leadership Presence
Innovation Leadership
Risk Management
Negotiation Skills
Cross-functional Collaboration
Boardroom Leadership

5 Specializations

Click any specialization to see fees and key modules

Enterprise Data Strategy IIIT Bangalore Included ▼

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Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Enterprise Architecture
Data Strategy
Data Mesh
Data Fabric

AI Governance IIIT Bangalore Included ▼

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Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Responsible AI
AI Risk
Regulatory Compliance
Governance Frameworks

Generative & Agentic AI IIIT Bangalore Included ▼

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Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Generative AI
Agentic AI
LLMs
RAG

Data Economics IIM Udaipur Included ▼

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Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Data Monetization
AI FinOps
Investment Analysis
Business Value Creation

Executive Leadership IIIT Bangalore & IIM Udaipur Included ▼

Total FeeIncluded

Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Board Leadership
Strategic Communication
C-Suite Collaboration
Transformation Leadership

Fee Structure

Transparent pricing — paid semester-wise with Zero Cost EMI available

Specialization	Per Semester	Total Fee	EMI / Month (6 mo)
Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO) Program	NA	₹2,99,000	Flexible Financing Available

The total programme fee is ₹2,99,000. Flexible financing and EMI options are available for eligible participants through upGrad financing partners.

Scholarships Available

Reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis

Category	Who's Eligible	Scholarship
Flexible EMI	Eligible learners	Available
Education Financing	Available through financing partners	Available
Corporate Sponsorship	Organizations sponsoring senior executives	Available

Eligibility Criteria

Simple and transparent — no entrance exam required

🇮🇳 Students with Indian Education

Passed 10 + 2 from a recognised board
Completed undergraduate degree (minimum 3 years)
Aggregate minimum of 50% marks
Final year students can apply with last semester results
Work experience gives added advantage

🌍 Students with Foreign Education

Certificate of Equivalence from AIU (Association of Indian Universities) required
Visit aiu.ac.in for details

Career Opportunities

Roles our graduates step into after completing this program

Chief Data Officer (CDO)

Lead enterprise-wide data strategy, governance, quality management and data transformation initiatives.

Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO)

Drive AI adoption, enterprise data strategy, governance, innovation and business transformation at the executive level.

Chief AI Officer (CAIO)

Develop AI strategy, oversee enterprise AI deployment and establish responsible AI governance frameworks.

VP – Data & Analytics

Lead analytics teams, enterprise reporting, AI initiatives and data-driven decision making across business units.

Head of Data Engineering

Design enterprise data platforms, cloud architectures and scalable data engineering ecosystems.

Director of AI Strategy

Create AI roadmaps, evaluate enterprise AI investments and lead AI transformation programs.

Enterprise Data Governance Leader

Establish governance policies, regulatory compliance and enterprise data management frameworks.

Digital Transformation Leader

Lead organization-wide digital transformation using data, analytics and AI technologies.

Enterprise AI Consultant

Advise organizations on AI adoption, governance, architecture and enterprise transformation strategies.

Executive Technology Leader

Provide strategic leadership across data, AI, cloud, governance and enterprise innovation initiatives.

Our Hiring Partners

Top companies that recruit our graduates

Microsoft Google Amazon Web Services (AWS) IBM Accenture Deloitte EY PwC KPMG Infosys TCS Capgemini Cognizant HCLTech Tech Mahindra IIIT Bangalore Executive Alumni Network IIM Udaipur Executive Alumni Network

Student Testimonials

Real students. Real outcomes.

The programme helped me develop a board-level perspective on enterprise AI, governance and strategic decision-making.

Programme Participant

Head of Data & Analytics

The Board-Ready Strategic Dossier and executive decision labs provided practical experience that I could immediately apply within my organization.

Executive Graduate

Chief Data Officer

The combination of IIIT Bangalore’s technology expertise and IIM Udaipur’s business leadership curriculum made this programme highly valuable for senior executives.

Senior Technology Leader

Director – AI Strategy

The campus immersion, executive networking and applied leadership simulations created an exceptional learning experience for enterprise leaders.

Industry Mentor

Executive Faculty

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you apply — answered clearly

What is the Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO) Program? Program

The Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO) Program is a 24-week executive leadership programme jointly offered by IIIT Bangalore and IIM Udaipur in partnership with upGrad. It is designed to help senior professionals lead enterprise-wide data, AI and digital transformation initiatives.

Who should enroll in this programme? Eligibility

The programme is intended for senior managers, directors, vice presidents, chief data officers, chief technology officers, AI leaders, analytics leaders, digital transformation professionals and experienced executives responsible for enterprise strategy.

What is the duration of the programme? Program

The programme runs for 24 weeks (approximately 6 months) through a combination of live online sessions, recorded content and a two-day campus immersion at IIIT Bangalore.

How is the programme delivered? Learning

The learning experience includes live faculty sessions, recorded lectures, executive workshops, applied decision labs, industry case studies, peer discussions, capstone activities and an optional campus immersion for networking and collaborative learning.

What topics are covered in the curriculum? Curriculum

The curriculum covers enterprise data strategy, enterprise architecture, data governance, AI governance, Generative AI, Agentic AI, enterprise AI products, data monetization, AI investment analysis, organizational transformation, executive leadership and board-level communication.

Does the programme include Generative AI? Curriculum

Yes. Learners study Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Agentic AI, vector databases, knowledge graphs, AI governance and responsible AI adoption strategies.

Will I learn enterprise AI governance? Curriculum

Yes. The programme covers AI governance frameworks, responsible AI, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, model monitoring, cybersecurity governance and AI policy development for large organizations.

What are the Applied Decision Labs? Projects

Applied Decision Labs are executive simulations where participants solve enterprise-level challenges related to AI readiness, governance, data strategy, monetization, AI transformation and board-level decision making using practical business scenarios.

What is the Board-Ready Strategic Dossier? Projects

The Board-Ready Strategic Dossier is the programme capstone. It includes executive deliverables such as a Board Memo, 3-Year Data & AI Roadmap, CFO Investment Case, Data Governance Blueprint, 100-Day CDAIO Plan and an executive board presentation.

Does the programme include campus immersion? Learning

Yes. Participants attend a two-day campus immersion at IIIT Bangalore featuring faculty sessions, leadership workshops, networking events, executive roundtables and capstone presentations.

Will I receive executive alumni status? Certification

Yes. Upon successful completion of the programme, participants receive Executive Alumni Status from both IIIT Bangalore and IIM Udaipur, along with the joint programme certificate.

What career opportunities are available after completing the programme? Career

Graduates can pursue or advance into leadership roles such as Chief Data Officer (CDO), Chief Data & AI Officer (CDAIO), Chief AI Officer (CAIO), VP of Data & Analytics, Director of AI Strategy, Enterprise Data Governance Leader, Digital Transformation Leader and Executive Technology Leader.

How much is the programme fee? Fees

The total programme fee is ₹2,99,000. Flexible financing and EMI options are available for eligible participants.

Is this programme suitable for beginners? Eligibility

No. This is an executive-level leadership programme intended for experienced professionals with prior exposure to data, analytics, AI, technology or business leadership roles.

Can working professionals complete this programme? Learning

Yes. The programme is specifically designed for working executives and offers a flexible learning format that combines live online sessions with self-paced resources and short campus immersion.

What makes this programme different from a traditional AI course? Program

Unlike technical AI programmes that focus primarily on implementation, the CDAIO Program emphasizes executive leadership, enterprise strategy, governance, AI investment, organizational transformation, regulatory compliance and board-level decision making, preparing leaders to drive enterprise-wide AI initiatives.

Why should I choose the Chief Data & AI Officer Program by IIIT Bangalore and IIM Udaipur? Program

The programme combines the technological expertise of IIIT Bangalore with the executive leadership excellence of IIM Udaipur. Through enterprise case studies, applied decision labs, board-level strategic projects, dual executive alumni status and leadership-focused curriculum, participants gain the knowledge and practical skills required to lead enterprise-scale Data and AI transformation.

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