IIT Delhi Opens Applications for Six-Month Managerial Decision-Making and Analytics Course
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has opened applications for its Executive Certificate Programme in Managerial Decision Making and Analytics. The six-month online programme is intended for professionals who want to strengthen their decision-making skills and understand how data, statistical methods and artificial intelligence can support business management.
According to the official programme page, the course is scheduled to begin on January 24, 2027, and conclude on July 24, 2027. The institute’s Continuing Education Programme lists the application deadline as November 9, 2026. Some news reports have cited November 10 as the closing date, so applicants should check the official programme portal before submitting an application.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduates from any academic discipline are eligible to apply for the programme. IIT Delhi states that preference will be given to applicants with two years of work experience. The programme is designed for professionals who want to apply structured decision-making methods in workplace situations.
Applicants should review the eligibility and admission details on the official website before applying. The institute notes that admission decisions may take academic and professional backgrounds into account, and shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview if required.
Course Duration and Learning Format
The programme will run for six months in live online mode. The official schedule lists classes on Sundays from 10 am to 1:30 pm, including a 30-minute break. The course uses live sessions, case-based learning, simulations, analytics laboratories, software demonstrations and peer discussions to connect concepts with practical business problems.
The official programme page lists the total programme fee as Rs 1,00,000, excluding 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax. The application fee is Rs 1,000 plus GST and is non-refundable and non-transferable. Applicants should review the payment schedule and refund conditions on the programme website before making a payment.
Topics Covered in the Programme
The curriculum covers several areas relevant to managerial decision-making. These include the fundamentals of business decisions, statistical thinking, artificial intelligence and machine learning for decision support, and multi-criteria decision-making frameworks.
Participants will also study the use of generative AI in management, including practical applications for research, report preparation and presentations. The programme page lists responsible AI use and AI governance among the topics.
Other modules focus on decisions across business functions. These include people and talent management, financial planning, marketing, pricing, revenue management, operations, supply chains, technology strategy and innovation. The curriculum also covers concepts such as forecasting, risk assessment, inventory planning and project evaluation.
The course is intended to help participants frame business problems more clearly, compare alternatives and use data to assess possible outcomes. The official programme description states that participants will explore statistical and AI-assisted tools without needing to write code.
Practical Learning and Certificate
The programme combines conceptual learning with practical exercises. Case studies and simulations are intended to help participants examine business situations and compare different approaches to solving problems. Analytics labs and software demonstrations provide opportunities to understand how decision-support tools can be applied.
The programme also lists a two-day campus immersion as an optional component. Participation is subject to the conditions stated by the institute, and participants choosing this option will need to cover their own travel and accommodation expenses.
Participants who satisfy the prescribed attendance and evaluation requirements can receive an e-certificate from IIT Delhi’s Continuing Education Programme. The official page states that successful completion requires the required attendance and at least 50 per cent in the evaluation components. The programme does not provide placement support or alumni status, according to the official course information.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit IIT Delhi’s official Continuing Education Programme website and open the page for the Executive Certificate Programme in Managerial Decision Making and Analytics. They should review the eligibility requirements, course schedule, fees and application conditions before proceeding through the application process.
Applicants should enter their details carefully and submit the required information through the official portal. They should also verify the current closing date, as the deadline stated on the official programme page differs by one day from the date mentioned in some news reports.
The course offers working professionals an opportunity to study structured decision-making, analytics and AI applications in an online format. Candidates should make their decision after reviewing the programme details and considering whether its content, schedule and fees meet their professional learning needs.
