SHAKTI is a focused leadership development program designed to help organisations build a talent pool of women leaders. The program aims to develop critical skills essential for women leaders to be future-ready, achieve success, and advance in their careers. While specifically tailored for women leaders, it also benefits senior leaders and C-Suite professionals who mentor women leaders. The SHAKTI program aims to upskill women leaders in early and mid-career stages. It focuses on developing a strong and diverse leadership pool with adequate representation of women, preparing them for C-Suite and top-level leadership positions.
SHAKTI is a 40-hour leadership program focussed on:
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Chief People Officer (Advisory), Corporate Start-ups
Assistant Professor, School of Business,UPES
Professor of Practice, School of Business,UPES
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Dean, School of Health Sciences and Technology, UPES
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Cutting-edge programs for thought leadership Personalised to meet your organisation's needs
Designed by industry practitioners and eminent academiciansCase-led pedagogy
Future-ready perspectives for business excellenceTransformative AI-led use cases
New-age modular curriculumHybrid and flexible delivery for an immersive learning experience
Mentorship for leadership development Developing talent for change
Women leaders in early and mid-career stages. The program has been designed to upskill women leaders with future skills including Leadership, Life skills, Digital & AI skills. It also benefits senior leaders and C-Suite professionals mentoring women leaders.
The program aims to upskill women leaders in early and mid-career stages. It focuses on developing a strong and diverse leadership pool with adequate representation of women, preparing them for C-Suite and top-level leadership positions.
32 Emerging Women Leaders | Duration: 16 Weeks
WILL Education, in collaboration with UPES, successfully designed and executed a 16-week Women Leadership Program for five state-run power companies in Uttarakhand. This customized initiative, running from September to January, combined immersive in-person sessions with live online learning, equipping participants with strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and personal development insights.With expert-led sessions and a blended learning approach, the program fostered leadership potential while addressing sector-specific challenges. By curating a bespoke learning journey, WILL Education enabled participants to build confidence, expand their professional network, and drive meaningful impact within their organizations. WILL Education, in collaboration with UPES, successfully designed and executed a 16-week Women Leadership Program for five state-run power companies in Uttarakhand. This customized initiative, running from September to January, combined immersive in-person sessions with live online learning, equipping participants with strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and personal development insights.
Executive Engineer, UJVN Limited, Government of Dehradun
The Shakti program was truly transformative, equipping me with practical leadership tools and implementation skills. It helped me identify strengths, enhance communication, and create a clear career roadmap. The program reinforced the importance of continuous learning through mentorship and networks.
Assistant Engineer, Power Transmission Corporation of Uttarakhand Limited
The program helped me strengthen my teamwork and decision-making skills. It provided practical insights into handling workplace challenges, especially in leadership roles. With so few women in top management, programs like these are essential for building confidence and capability.
Assistant Engineer, UPCL, Government of Uttarakhand
In today’s world of AI, rising job competition, and financial challenges, women must upskill to stay ahead. Growth comes from continuous learning, and Shakti helped me build confidence and sharpen my skills. Women are already empowered—what truly matters is upskilling and mastering leadership at every level.
Shakti: Be the Champion for Accelerating Action is an initiative by WILL Education, in collaboration with UPES, dedicated to redefining leadership and empowering women to excel in senior roles. Held at The Claridges, New Delhi, the conclave brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and changemakers to address the urgent need for upskilling, inclusive leadership, and future readiness in today’s corporate landscape.With a bold vision to empower 10,000+ women leaders by FY27, WILL Education is shaping the next generation of decision-makers through structured learning and strategic industry partnerships.
Turn Up the Volume explored the power of choice in leadership—picking the right battles, breaking barriers, and building pathways for future leaders.
The panel on Disrupting the Workforce explored adaptability, upskilling, and inclusive leadership to build future-ready organizations.
The #IamShakti pledge focused on #AcceleratingAction in the workplace, paving the way for more women in the boardroom.