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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
How modular executive programmes are helping managers transition to leadership positions
You've put in the hours. You've delivered results. And now, you're increasingly being pulled into decisions that span multiple functions, including budgets, team strategy, cross-departmental collaboration, and innovation. This marks a new phase of your career, one that demands more than technical depth. It requires breadth. In today's dynamic business landscape, the ability to think beyond one's function has become the hallmark of leadership. Yet many professionals find themselves underprepared when asked to step into enterprise-level roles. Not because they lack capability, but because their growth so far has been vertical, not lateral. Leadership is not a linear reward for years of service. It's a mindset shift. Leaders are expected to see how various parts of the business fit together, understand interdependencies, and lead with both strategic clarity and empathy. This is where knowledge of cross-functional roles and the intricacies within can significantly enhance decision-making and team engagement. Hence, formal management education is no longer optional, but a prerequisite for professionals aiming to lead at an enterprise level. The learning gap few talk about Structured, cross-functional learning helps close this readiness gap. However, traditional full-time programmes are often not a feasible option for professionals managing both work and personal responsibilities. What's required is an approach that's flexible, immersive, and designed for on-the-job learning. This is where modular, application-driven formats come in. These formats provide working professionals with a way to develop general management capabilities without interrupting their careers. Instead of theory-heavy learning, they prioritise real-world application and integrate learning with current job roles. They typically feature a blend of on-campus sessions, exposure to core management areas, and assignments rooted in real-time challenges. More importantly, they bring together experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, offering learning that goes beyond textbooks and faculty, and offers peer perspectives and applied problem-solving. A format that fits the lives of professionals One such programme is the Postgraduate Executive Management Programme (PGEMP) by SPJIMR , a Mumbai-based business school renowned for its practice-oriented learning. It follows a modular format, with nine-day contact sessions every quarter, allowing middle and senior managers to balance high-responsibility roles while upskilling. Among India's only four 'Triple Crown' accredited Business Schools (AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS), SPJIMR is globally recognised for its academic excellence and real-world relevance. The Mumbai campus, strategically located in Andheri West, offers excellent accessibility for quarterly contact sessions. The curriculum, curated specifically for professionals in middle management roles, spans key business domains, including finance, strategy, operations, and marketing. The structure supports application-based learning through assignments, internal projects, and mentorship, ensuring that learning is not just retained but implemented. This balance of academic structure and on-the-job integration has made it a popular choice among professionals across sectors. Designed for participants with over five years' experience, PGEMP is the only programme of its kind in the country to have successfully onboarded over 100 batches. Turning experience into enterprise thinking Making the leap from functional expert to enterprise leader means more than taking on bigger tasks. It requires a broader lens, understanding how departments interact, how strategy informs execution, and how leadership is rooted in empathy as much as efficiency. Modular executive programmes like PGEMP offer a pathway for professionals to build this enterprise-level thinking without disrupting their current career trajectory. They serve not only as skill accelerators but also as mindset shifters, transforming professionals into leaders who think holistically and act strategically. Learning that integrates with work Designed for working professionals who can't afford a career break, the programme bridges the gap between functional expertise and enterprise-level thinking. It enables professionals to develop general management capabilities in a flexible and immersive way, without stepping away from their current roles. At the heart of PGEMP's appeal is its modular structure: nine-day campus contact sessions every quarter over 21 months. It's a format that fits seamlessly into the lives of middle and senior managers who are already juggling high-responsibility roles. The format also works well for companies supporting their high-performing employees with formal education. Participants not only gain exposure to all core areas of business, including finance, operations, marketing, and strategy, but also have the opportunity to delve deeper into a concentration of their choice. Besides building technical depth, PGEMP also focuses on developing softer skills related to leadership mindset, communication, negotiation, design thinking and critical thinking. Elements of technological advancements and sustainable practices are embedded throughout the programme. The programme has the rigour of an Executive MBA, delivered in a structure that prioritises real-world application. Unlike theory-heavy degrees that delay real-world application, PGEMP is designed to have an immediate impact. Application-based assignments, internal consultancy projects, and mentorship from company-nominated leaders ensure that learning flows back into the organisation in real-time. Participants have reported receiving implementation approval for 80% of the Capstone projects undertaken as part of PGEMP. This contextual customisation is why PGEMP is a preferred leadership development partner for top Indian and global companies, including BPCL, Mahindra & Mahindra, L&T, Medtronic India, Schneider Electric, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Thermax, and Tata Consulting Engineers. A leadership pipeline that's already shaping industry Since 2002, over 3000 professionals from 300+ companies have graduated from PGEMP, with alumni now in CXO roles in listed companies across 25+ countries. Success stories like that of Shailesh Chandra, MD, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles; Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh, MD, State Bank of India; Deepak Shetty, CEO & MD, JCB India; Anshu Sarin, CEO, 91Springboard; Sukhmal Jain, Director (Marketing), BPCL and Ankur Saxena, CFO, Landmark Leisure, stand as testament to the transformation PGEMP offers. The bottom line Mid-career is not the time to pause. It's the time to pivot. If you're looking to transition from a domain expert to an enterprise-level leader, now is the time to act. SPJIMR's PGEMP offers the structure, mentorship, peer network, and credibility to make that leap, without hitting pause on your career.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ambarella Inc (AMBA) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Record AI Revenue and Strategic Growth ...
Release Date: May 29, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) reported first-quarter revenue of $85.9 million, exceeding the midpoint of their guidance range. AI revenue accounted for more than 75% of Q1 revenue, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of record AI revenue. The company increased its fiscal 2026 revenue growth estimate to a range of 19% to 25%, reflecting strong market demand. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) is expanding its market reach with new edge infrastructure products, leveraging their third-generation AI accelerator. The company has a strong cash position with $259.4 million in cash and marketable securities, up $56 million from the previous year. Geopolitical uncertainties remain a concern, potentially impacting future revenue and growth projections. Gross margin is expected to decline in the next quarter due to changes in customer and product mix. There is uncertainty regarding the seasonality of revenue due to geopolitical factors, which could affect the second half of the fiscal year. The company faces competition in the low-end market from Chinese and Taiwanese suppliers, which could impact market share. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) is cautious about potential indirect impacts from tariffs, which could affect financial performance. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with AMBA. Q: Can you clarify the growth profile for the year, especially regarding the first and second halves? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: We are confident about our second-half growth and have extended our guidance range to reflect regular seasonality and strong growth. The geopolitical situation adds uncertainty, but we maintain high confidence in our second-half performance. Q: Could you explain what you mean by "edge infrastructure" and how it fits into your product strategy? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: Edge infrastructure refers to integrating multiple endpoints using a server or AI box to run advanced AI models. This approach allows for upgrading existing installations without replacing all endpoints, which is becoming a trend. Q: How is the non-camera IoT business performing, and will you consider breaking it out separately in your financials? A: Louis Gerhary, Vice President, Corporate Development: Most of our revenue still comes from data ingested through cameras, but we are seeing growth in other IoT markets. Security is less than half of our revenue now, and we are leveraging our expertise into additional vertical applications. Q: With the strong product cycle, could there be a change in your seasonality, especially as human interface devices become less relevant? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: Geopolitical uncertainties make seasonality a question mark, but we are not ruling out regular seasonality. We have provided a broader range for annual guidance to account for these uncertainties. Q: How do you view the competitive landscape for edge infrastructure compared to traditional processors like FPGAs and GPUs? A: Louis Gerhary, Vice President, Corporate Development: We approach this market with a more efficient solution in terms of performance per watt and thermal impacts. Our advantages in other markets will apply to the edge market, particularly in near-edge applications using cameras. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ambarella Inc (AMBA) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Record AI Revenue and Strategic Growth ...
Release Date: May 29, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) reported first-quarter revenue of $85.9 million, exceeding the midpoint of their guidance range. AI revenue accounted for more than 75% of Q1 revenue, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of record AI revenue. The company increased its fiscal 2026 revenue growth estimate to a range of 19% to 25%, reflecting strong market demand. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) is expanding its market reach with new edge infrastructure products, leveraging their third-generation AI accelerator. The company has a strong cash position with $259.4 million in cash and marketable securities, up $56 million from the previous year. Geopolitical uncertainties remain a concern, potentially impacting future revenue and growth projections. Gross margin is expected to decline in the next quarter due to changes in customer and product mix. There is uncertainty regarding the seasonality of revenue due to geopolitical factors, which could affect the second half of the fiscal year. The company faces competition in the low-end market from Chinese and Taiwanese suppliers, which could impact market share. Ambarella Inc (NASDAQ:AMBA) is cautious about potential indirect impacts from tariffs, which could affect financial performance. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with AMBA. Q: Can you clarify the growth profile for the year, especially regarding the first and second halves? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: We are confident about our second-half growth and have extended our guidance range to reflect regular seasonality and strong growth. The geopolitical situation adds uncertainty, but we maintain high confidence in our second-half performance. Q: Could you explain what you mean by "edge infrastructure" and how it fits into your product strategy? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: Edge infrastructure refers to integrating multiple endpoints using a server or AI box to run advanced AI models. This approach allows for upgrading existing installations without replacing all endpoints, which is becoming a trend. Q: How is the non-camera IoT business performing, and will you consider breaking it out separately in your financials? A: Louis Gerhary, Vice President, Corporate Development: Most of our revenue still comes from data ingested through cameras, but we are seeing growth in other IoT markets. Security is less than half of our revenue now, and we are leveraging our expertise into additional vertical applications. Q: With the strong product cycle, could there be a change in your seasonality, especially as human interface devices become less relevant? A: Dr. Fermi Wong, President and CEO: Geopolitical uncertainties make seasonality a question mark, but we are not ruling out regular seasonality. We have provided a broader range for annual guidance to account for these uncertainties. Q: How do you view the competitive landscape for edge infrastructure compared to traditional processors like FPGAs and GPUs? A: Louis Gerhary, Vice President, Corporate Development: We approach this market with a more efficient solution in terms of performance per watt and thermal impacts. Our advantages in other markets will apply to the edge market, particularly in near-edge applications using cameras. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Barnama
30-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
UPM's Business School Attains Prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation
PUTRAJAYA, May 30 (Bernama) -- Universiti Putra Malaysia's (UPM) School of Business and Economics (SBE) has made history by becoming the first and only institution in Malaysia to earn accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA), completing the prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation. This international recognition encompasses three of the world's leading business school accrediting bodies, namely AMBA (UK), the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), United States, and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). UPM vice-chancellor Datuk Prof Dr Ahmad Farhan Mohd Sadullah said this achievement places the business school among an elite group of only 120 worldwide, out of over 13,000 institutions, to hold the Triple Crown status. 'This positions SBE UPM alongside world-renowned institutions such as the London Business School, INSEAD, and HEC Paris,' he said in a statement today. He added that the recognition aligns with UPM's aspiration to become a globally respected university, as well as supports Malaysia's goal of establishing itself as a regional hub for higher education. He said the achievement also contributes to the goals of the Malaysian Education Blueprint (Higher Education) by strengthening Malaysia's position on the global stage. 'This status gives SBE, UPM a strategic edge in attracting high-calibre researchers, academics and students from around the world, while expanding global networks for industry and academic collaboration,' he added. Meanwhile, Dean of SBE, UPM, Prof Dr Bany Ariffin Amin Noordin said the accreditation is a testament to international recognition of the commitment and excellence within the business school and the university's academic ecosystem. 'We remain committed to becoming a leading business education institution in Southeast Asia and to contributing to national development through forward-looking education, research and innovation,' he said.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ambarella: Fiscal Q1 Earnings Snapshot
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Ambarella Inc. (AMBA) on Thursday reported a loss of $24.3 million in its fiscal first quarter. The Santa Clara, California-based company said it had a loss of 58 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for stock option expense and costs related to mergers and acquisitions, came to 7 cents per share. The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 4 cents per share. The video-compression chipmaker posted revenue of $85.9 million in the period, which also topped Street forecasts. Five analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $84 million. For the current quarter ending in July, Ambarella said it expects revenue in the range of $86 million to $94 million. Ambarella shares have decreased 14% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, shares hit $62.28, a rise of 27% in the last 12 months. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights ( using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on AMBA at Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
