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The institute has urged interested CEOs, founders and business leaders to apply soon, as the last date for applications is June 1, 2026.
This 10-month leadership program is conducted under Stanford Seed, an initiative of Stanford Graduate School of Business. The program aims to help founders and senior executives of growth-stage companies strengthen business expansion strategies, leadership capabilities and long-term economic and social impact.
Who Can Apply for the Program?
The program is designed for founders and senior leaders of established companies with annual revenues between USD 300,000 and USD 15 million (approximately INR 2.7 crore to INR 135 crore). During the program, participants will learn business management models and leadership tools
developed by Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Learning Through Both Online and Offline Modes
The leadership program includes online modules, classroom sessions, practical workshops and peer-learning opportunities. One of the key highlights is that participants can continue running their businesses while directly applying the lessons and strategies to real business operations.
The curriculum focuses on business strategy, financial management, leadership development and execution excellence.
Participants will also get the opportunity to attend two special in-person learning weeks in Chennai, where they can network with fellow entrepreneurs and receive guidance from Stanford faculty members and industry experts.
Thousands of Entrepreneurs Have Already Benefited
According to Stanford Seed, the program has partnered with more than 2,700 entrepreneurs across Africa, South Asia and Indonesia since its launch.
The institute states that past participants have collectively raised over USD 2 billion in capital and generated more than USD 1.7 billion in additional revenue in their local economies after completing the program.
Participants Will Receive a Stanford Certificate and Global Network Access
Entrepreneurs who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate from Stanford Graduate School of Business. They will also become part of the “Seed Transformation Network,” giving them continued access to global entrepreneurs, Stanford resources and future learning opportunities.
Information Sessions Being Held Across South Asia
Stanford Seed is also organising offline information sessions in multiple South Asian cities from March to May 2026. Through these sessions, interested entrepreneurs can learn more about the program, interact with previous participants and connect directly with the Stanford Seed team.
Harish Arnezath, Regional Director for South Asia at Stanford Seed, said that the program provides entrepreneurs with practical tools, global insights, and strong peer networks to help them scale their businesses and create long-term impact.
Interested candidates can apply until June 1, 2026. For applications and more details, candidates can visit the official Stanford Seed website. http://stanfordseed.co/IPR
