Professor Kamiar Mohaddes
Associate Professor in Economics and Policy; Director of the Global Executive MBA Programme; Deputy Director of the Cambridge Executive MBA Programme, Cambridge Judge Business School
Cambridge - Dhirubhai Ambani
Global ESG & Sustainability Leadership Programme
- Programme Dates
- Monday, 27th April – Friday, 1st May 2026
- Location
- Downing College & Cambridge Judge Business School,
University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 30th January 2026
Programme Information
Programme Overview
The Cambridge – Dhirubhai Ambani Global ESG & Sustainability Leadership Programme is a premier executive development experience jointly curated by the Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law (DAU SoL) and Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education. This high-impact residential programme brings together world-class expertise in law, economics, governance, sustainability, innovation, and corporate leadership.
Designed for senior professionals, the programme positions ESG not merely as a compliance priority but as a strategic leadership mandate. Participants are immersed in global best practices, forward-looking ESG frameworks, and leading-edge sustainability strategies that are now essential for navigating emerging regulatory, economic, and reputational landscapes.
Ideal for:
C-suite executives, bureaucrats, top government officials, board directors, senior policy leaders, global sustainability heads, corporate governance professionals, national regulators, strategists, think tank officials, investment leaders, industry specialists, and senior academics.
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Key Outcomes
Strategic mastery of ESG and emerging sustainability transitions
Ability to lead organizations toward net-zero, resilience, and responsible innovation
Deep appreciation of global regulatory architectures and risk landscapes
Cross-disciplinary thinking across economics, sustainability law, technology and governance
Stronger decision-making capacity for complex environmental and social challenges
Understanding of global carbon markets and decarbonization
Building sustainability leadership and stakeholder governance
Use of innovation to navigate climate risk and evaluate emerging disruptions
Participant Profile
This programme is tailored for seasoned leaders who influence strategy, risk, policy and long-term value creation:
Who Should Attend
Senior Government leaders and officials.
Board-level and C-suite executives.
Directors, consultants and senior managers in ESG, sustainability, climate risk and governance.
Public policy leaders and regulatory professionals.
Investment decision-makers and stewardship leaders.
Senior Academics and think-tank scholars working in sustainability and governance.
Leaders from sectors such as cement, steel, aluminum, textiles, hospitality, healthcare, chemicals and petrochemicals, aviation and shipping, heavy transport, finance, technology, manufacturing, mobility, FMCG, infrastructure, consulting and government.
Key Highlights & Benefits
Experience a transformative learning journey with these key benefits:
Immersive five-day residential engagement at the University of Cambridge
Exposure to world-leading faculty in ESG, climate transition, regulatory policy and sustainable innovation
Cross-disciplinary curriculum integrating law, economics, management, public policy and strategic leadership
Access to global thought leadership from Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education & DAU SoL
High-value networking with senior executives and international practitioners
Opportunity to benchmark against global ESG standards and frameworks
Reflective leadership development aligned with modern boardroom priorities
IMMERSIVE LEARNING
The Cambridge Experience
Participants will gain exclusive access to the historic Cambridge learning environment engaging with academic & industry leaders, residing in the city of Cambridge, partake in traditional dining experiences and exploring the heritage and intellectual vibrancy that define Cambridge.
About the Institutions
Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education
Executive Education
Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education is globally recognized for transforming leadership through analytical rigour, evidence-based insights, and world-leading research. With a proven track record in executive education, the Business School plays a central role in shaping responsible business practices and advancing sustainability-led business transformation. It prepares leaders to act with purpose, manage effectively, and innovate in an increasingly complex future.
Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law (DAU SoL)
School of Law
True to its name, Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law stands for vision, ambition, and progress. It is committed to preparing a new generation of professionals and leaders equipped for the opportunities and tools while understanding the responsibilities of a rapidly evolving India. Interdisciplinary learning is central to the School’s ethos, shaping perspectives on technology, sustainability, and business in a world undergoing transformative change
Programme Leadership
Allison Wheeler-Héau
Director of Executive Education, Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education
The sustainability landscape presents an existential challenge and opportunity to organisations around the globe, from market positioning and revenues to regulation and organisational impact. Cambridge is a world-leader in sustainability thought leadership, and has a unique insight into the Indian business ecosystem; we invite you to leverage this to enable change to effect long-term, ESG-driven business success.
Prof. Dr. Avinash Dadhich
Founding Director, Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law
As India accelerates its sustainability commitments and climate action goals, leaders and professionals must evolve to meet the moment. Our Executive Education vertical dedicated to ESG, Carbon Markets & Sustainability (ECMS) is designed to equip you with a forward-looking legal, business, regulatory, investment & policy perspective, industry exposure, and practical tools to navigate this rapidly transforming space.
ProgrammeCurators
Professor Kamiar Mohaddes
Associate Professor in Economics and Policy; Director of the Global Executive MBA Programme; Deputy Director of the Cambridge Executive MBA Programme, Cambridge Judge Business School
Our five-day leadership programme equips senior Government officials and business leaders to drive resilient and sustainable growth using the six organisational capitals - social, natural, human, knowledge, financial, and physical. Participants will explore systemic risks, resilience, governance, social impact, innovation, biodiversity, energy transition, sustainable finance and supply chain transformation. Learners will leave with a clear personal and organisational ESG roadmap, enabling stronger stakeholder trust, sustainable innovation and competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Dr. Manuj Bhardwaj
Founding Faculty Member, Head of Executive Education and ESG, Carbon Markets & Sustainability (ECMS) Vertical at DAU SoL
As global ESG disclosures, sustainability regulations, and carbon-pricing frameworks gain critical importance, this programme empowers you to lead your organisation toward decarbonisation, net zero, and responsible governance. With an industry-aligned curriculum, global exposure, and a small, focused cohort, the learning experience is personalised, practical, and future-ready. Designed to shape leaders for India's green transition, this programme invites you to join a mission aligned with the country's journey toward a climate-resilient economy and Viksit Bharat 2047.
CURRICULUM
Programme Structure & Curriculum
Five-day intensive programme with 12 integrated sessions
Session 1
Frugal innovation: Climate risk, innovation and the future of responsible industry,
Session 2
Net-Zero and Global Carbon Markets: Challenges and Opportunities
Session 3
How Behavioural Economics can help to drive change (in ESG)
Session 4
ESG Issues as System Problems
Session 5
Capitals for Growth: Creating a Sustainable and Resilient Future
Session 6
ESG Reporting: The Global Landscape and Paths Forward
Session 7
Sustainability Governance
Session 8
Harnessing Disruptive Forces: Circularity as the Next Disruption
Session 9
Macro Trends - Micro Implications
Session 10
From Strategy to Leadership in the ESG era
Session 11
Sustainable Finance
Session 12
Stakeholder Management
FacultyProfiles
Professor Jaideep Prabhu
Professor of Marketing, Director of the Centre for India and Global Business (CIGB), Cambridge Judge Business School
Professor Lucia Reisch
El Erian Professor of Behavioural Economics & Policy, Cambridge Judge Business School
Professor David Reiner
Professor of Technology Policy, Cambridge Judge Business School
Professor Jen Howard Grenville
Professor in Organisation Studies, Cambridge Judge Business School
Professor Simon Learmount
Associate Professor in Corporate Governance, Cambridge Judge Business School
Professor Michael Willis
Management Practice Associate Professor, Director of Executive Master of Accounting Programme, Cambridge Judge Business School
Dr. Samsurin Welch
Research Associate, Circular Economy Centre Cambridge Judge Business School; Senior Associate, CISL
Professor Matthew Agarwala
Affiliated Researcher, Bennett School of Public Policy, Cambridge Judge Business School
Munish Datta
Fellow, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Professor Oğuzhan Karakaş
Director of the MPhil in Finance Programme, Co-Director of the Centre for Endowment Asset Management (CEAM)
Professor Christopher Marquis
Fellow and Director of Studies, Jesus College University of Cambridge
Dr. Shashi Ratnaker Singh
Research Associate and Smuts Fellow in Commonwealth Studies (South Asian Studies) University of Cambridge; Non-Resident Professor of Practice, DAU SoL
Dr. Manuj Bhardwaj
Founding Faculty Member, Head of Executive Education and ESG, Carbon Markets & Sustainability (ECMS) Vertical at DAU SoL
Expression of Interest (EoI) - Participation in the Cohort
Expressions of Interest are reviewed on a rolling basis. Executive participation is confirmed through a curated evaluation process designed to ensure a distinguished cohort of senior leaders whose experience and responsibilities align with the strategic objectives of the programme.
Eligibility
- Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
- Leadership, strategic, or policy-making responsibility
- Demonstrated interest in ESG, sustainability and governance.
Required Documents
- Professional profile / CV.
- Statement of interest.
- Organisational endorsement.
Programme Investment
₹6,85,000/ £6,000/ US$8,000
Inclusive of taxes. Payable in easy instalments.
- Scholarship: Upto 10% early bird (by 15 January 2026) & a 10% additional scholarship for groups of more than three participants .
Certification
- Joint certificate of attendance signed by Cambridge Judge Business School & Dhirubhai Ambani University School of Law.
Alumni Opportunity On 10 Days of Cumulative Learning
- Networking Benefits associated with 12,000 alumni across 147 countries
- Direct access to Cambridge Judge Business School online network
- Membership to exclusive Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education LinkedIn Group
- Updates on faculty research via online alumni newsletter
- Invites to global networking events & Cambridge Judge Business School webinars
- 20% discount on future Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education Programmes
To Explore the Full Value Proposition
Get in touch with
Dr. Manuj Bhardwaj
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +91-87550-52596
Ms. Karbi Chaturvedi
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +91-75091-72268