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FEATURE
CCL
Stanford
Kapable
Program
Duration
5-Day Program
12 Months Program
14 Weeks Journey
Short, immersive leadership program.
Delivered over a structured 12-month blended learning journey.
A focused and immersive 14-week leadership development journey.
Start Date
Scheduled On Fixed Dates
Scheduled Start Date
Scheduled At Regular Intervals
Upcoming cohorts include 24-28 Aug 2026 and 14-18 Sep 2026.
Begins on September 9, 2026.
Upcoming start dates are listed below for convenience.
Schedule & Time
Commitment
Fixed Schedule
Weekly Learning Commitment
Flexible Schedule
Conducted over 5 consecutive in-person days, with pre-program coursework, assessments, and coaching.
Requires 5–10 hours of learning per week.
Sessions planned at mutually agreed timings, and require only 2 hours per week for focused learning.
Format &
Delivery
Interactive Group Sessions
Blended Learning Format
Interactive 1:1 & Group Sessions
Facilitated classroom-style learning and instructor-led exercises focused on leadership scenarios.
Delivered through a mix of online and group-based sessions.
Personalised 1-on-1 sessions paired with dynamic group discussions to practise skills, get feedback, and apply learning in real time.
Eligibility
For Senior & C-Level Executives
For Experienced Managers & Leaders
Built For Senior Professionals
Designed for top leadership roles.
Designed for professionals in managerial or leadership roles with a minimum of 10 years of experience.
Designed for experienced managers, senior leaders, founders, and C-suite professionals who want tangible, measurable growth and a stronger leadership edge.
Tailored
Experience
Personalised Learning Experience
Uniform Participant Journey
Customised Learning Experience
Adapted based on participant profile.
Program follows a fixed structure and learning path for all participants.
Personal leadership roadmap, evaluation insights, and one-on-one guidance at every stage.
Curriculum
Customisation
Customised Curriculum
Standardised Curriculum
Tailored Curriculum
Aligned to leadership context and objectives.
No curriculum customisation offered.
Customised to each leader’s developmental areas, goals, and professional context is refined throughout the journey.
Customised
Resources
Curated Learning Resources
No Customised Resources
Customised Learning Resources
Program-aligned materials and tools.
Additional resources are provided, though none are tailored to individual needs.
Personalised materials and exercises aligned to development areas.
Learning
Path
Practice-Driven Learning
Practice-Driven Learning
Experiential Learning
Focus on applied leadership tools.
Focuses on applied learning through structured exercises and assignments.
Practical approach using real work situations, interactive scenarios, and guided reflections
Real-Time
Feedback
360-Degree Feedback
Real-Time Personalised Feedback
Instant Personalised Feedback
Includes 360-degree assessment, team assessment, self-assessments, and coaching-based insights.
Participants receive immediate input during activities and assignments.
Real-time insights from coaches, supported by peer inputs and 360-degree reflections to speed up growth.
Mentorship &
Support
Dedicated Mentorship Support
Blended Support Structure
1-on-1 Personalised Mentorship
Guidance during the program duration.
Includes buddy support and personalised guidance where applicable.
Delivered by certified leadership coaches through weekly 1-on-1 sessions and group simulations.
Faculty
Multiple Faculty Experts
Multiple Trainers
Multiple Coaches
Experienced facilitators and leadership experts.
Led by a diverse set of faculty members and experts.
A diverse bench of leadership, communication, and psychology experts curated to match each learner’s goals.
Round Table
Sessions
Group-Based Classroom Learning
Traditional Classroom Format
Focused Round-Table Sessions
Participants engage in classroom-based group learning rather than structured round-table discussions.
Group-based learning environment without specialised round-table discussion formats.
Role-specific discussions led by facilitators and senior peers.
Post-Program
Support
Continued Learning Resources
Not Mentioned
Lifetime Access & Alumni Network
Access to select post-program materials.
No details provided regarding alumni or ongoing support.
Continued access to the Kapable alumni network and lifetime learning resources for sustained growth.
Certification
Yes
Yes
Yes
Certificate awarded on completion.
Certificate awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Certification provided upon completion.
Program
Fees
$15,250 (₹14.44 lakhs)
$19,200 (₹18.33 lakhs)
$2,400 (₹2.09 lakhs)
Payment options are not mentioned.
Payable through four quarterly instalments.
Flexible payment plans with no-cost EMI options available.
*Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is current as of January, 2026. Details may change over time, so please refer to the official program websites for the most up-to-date information.
3,000+ professional
4.9/5 by learners
This is not just a course. You will experience a career transformation
From the growing community of learners to the hours dedicated to transformative
education, witness the tangible results of our commitment to excellence.
2 hrs/week, fully live and structured.
Sessions mapped to your actual work challenges.
Real-time insights. Repetition till mastery.
Results you can see in meetings, visibility, promotions
Book a high-impact 60-min session with a coach. Walk away with insights most leaders never get.
Next Cohort : 12th September, 2026