- How do I apply to the ECIS Programme?
You can apply to the ECIS Programme online. The application process is straight forward.
i) Follow the link https://apply.jioinstitute.edu.in/ECIS-MLP
ii) Fill up the form and complete the registration.- Is there any offline registration available for this Programme?
Yes, offline registration is available. A hard copy of the form can be obtained from the admissions office of Jio Institute Jio Institute, NMSEZ Building 1, Sector 4, Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410206
You can also reach out to the following numbers: +91 91373 73139 / 18008891100
- What are the dates of the Programme?
The Programme is scheduled from January 7 to January 10 at the Jio Institute campus, Ulwe, Navi Mumbai
- What is the last date to register for the Programme?
The last date to register for this Programme is December 31, 2025. However, it is recommended that you register sooner as there are limited seats.
- How do we get more information about the Programme?
All information about the course is available on our website https://www.jioinstitute.edu.in/ecis-2026
You can also reach out to the following numbers: +91 91373 73139 / 18008891100
- What is the fee structure?
The fee structure for the Programme is as follows:
₹58000+ ₹10440 (GST) = ₹68440- Do you offer any concession in the Programme fee?
The Programme fee covers on-campus accommodation and all meals for the duration of the course. It is being offered at a very reasonable fee and hence we are unable to offer any further concessions.
- Do you acknowledge receipt of application by mail?
Yes, you will receive an email from the office of Educational Leadership (eduleadership@jioinstitute.edu.in) once you have registered for the Programme and paid the registration fee.
- Does the course fee cover the accommodation & meals?
The course fee ₹58000+ 18% GST is inclusive of accommodation and food expenses for the entire duration of the course. Travel expenses to and from Jio Institute, Ulwe campus, will have to be borne by the participants. Food or any other items of personal use ordered from outside will have to be paid for by the participants directly.
- Where is the Jio Institute campus located?
Jio Institute,
NMSEZ Building 1, Sector 4, Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410206, India.- I have a special dietary requirement. Can you cater to those?
Please let us know your specific dietary requirement and Jio Institute will try to meet reasonable requests subject to availability.
- What is the dress code?
All participants are expected to be dressed in formals or smart casuals (strictly no shorts & flip-flops).
- Will the accommodation be of single occupancy or sharing ?
All participants will be allocated single occupancy air-conditioned rooms for the duration of the Programme.
- Will my spouse/child be permitted to stay with me during the Programme?
Only candidates who have registered for this Programme will be permitted to stay at the Jio Institute campus.
- Will I be given a campus tour of Jio Institute?
Yes, the Jio Institute team will be happy to extend a tour of the campus to all participants.
- How far is the Jio Institute from the Mumbai Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport?
Jio Institute is about 35 km from the Mumbai Airport. Prepaid cabs can be hired at the airport. It is located 28 kms from CST(Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus) and 33 kms from BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex).
Additionally, the Institute is within a 15-min drive from the recently-inaugurated Navi Mumbai International Airport.
- Can I also take up work-related assignments during the ECIS Programme?
This a full-time residential Programme and may not leave you with enough time to take up work- related assignments during the duration of the course. However, in the evenings you may get some time to meet your personal and professional commitments.
- Will I get any opportunity for sightseeing in Mumbai?
Please be aware that the programme schedule is intensive and does not leave time for sightseeing. If you wish to explore the area, we recommend arriving a day early or extending your stay by one day.
Participants are responsible for their own sightseeing arrangements, but the Jio Institute team is happy to offer guidance. We can also help facilitate your accommodation for any extra nights, which comes at an additional cost.
- What is the check-in time and check-out time at the Institute campus?
All participants are required to check-in on January 6, 2026. The course is scheduled to conclude by 7:00 pm on January 10, 2026, after which participants can check out. It is essential for participants to attend the entire programme to qualify for the course completion certificates.
- What other facilities do you have at your campus?
Jio Institute’s 52-acre digitally enabled campus in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, harmoniously combines nature and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Our facilities include smart classrooms, a well-equipped digital library, an international standard athletic track, a high performance gymnasium, indoor sports facilities, a recreation center, and numerous collaborative spaces and meeting rooms. Participants will have access to these amenities throughout their stay at the institute.
- Whether your campus has facility for any medical emergency?
We have a medical room, first aid facilities, a qualified physician on campus from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM. There are some reputed hospitals in the vicinity as well. Jio Institute has tie ups with Apollo Hospital in Belapur, Navi Mumbai and Kokilaben Dhirabhai Ambani Hospital in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai.
- What is the minimum work experience needed to enroll for the course?
ECIS requires all participants to be currently employed as educators or experienced teachers & mid-level leaders: aspiring leaders, leaders functioning at the middle of the organization’s administration such as Heads of Department, Assistant Principals, Coordinators, and Directors of counselling, activities and athletics.
- Can a tuition teacher apply for this course?
ECIS requires all participants to be currently employed as educators or Heads of Department, Assistant Principals, Co coordinators, and Directors of counselling, activities and athletics.
- What is ECIS?
Founded in 1965, the Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) is a renowned non- profit global organization dedicated to advancing international education. ECIS exists as a professional life-force for members, a vibrant network of thoughtful doers and change-makers.
It offers a variety of training Programmes, workshops, and online courses that focus on Teaching & pedagogy, development & assessment, and other areas related to education.
ECIS represents 500 membership communities and 50,000+ passionate educators and leaders in over 85 countries across six continents.
- Which of their Programmes will the ECIS offer for the third edition of Middle Leader Programme in India?
In 2026, ECIS will offer the “Middle Leader Programme” at Jio Institute that comprises two courses.
- Course 1: AI and Digital Fluency
- Course 2: Leading Curriculum Design for Instructional Excellence
- What are the main objectives of the Middle Leader Programme 3.0?
The Programme objectives are as follows:
- Develop leadership excellence by equipping participants with the mindset, knowledge, and skills to lead confidently in evolving educational and digital contexts
- Strengthen a culture of learning and innovation that embraces creativity, collaboration, and the ethical use of emerging technologies such as AI
- Build capacity for purposeful and values-driven leadership that aligns strategy, curriculum design, and pedagogy with a shared educational vision
- Will this Programme be suitable for the schools affiliated with the education boards of India?
The ECIS courses are open to educators and middle leaders from schools affiliated with a wide range of education boards – international (IB/Cambridge), CBSE, ICSE, and state boards. The topics of this programme are relevant for all types of schools.
- Who should attend this Programme?
Experienced teachers & mid-level leaders: educators of all level, aspiring leaders, leaders functioning at the middle of the organization’s administration such as Heads of Department, Assistant Principals, Coordinators, and Directors of counselling, activities and athletics
- What are the expected Learning outcomes?
- Apply effective leadership strategies that inspire trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to improving learning
- Foster a culture of innovation and reflection that integrates responsible and creative uses of AI in educational practice
- Align curriculum design and leadership actions with school values, strategic priorities, and emerging technological opportunities
- Will you be providing the course material?
Yes, the required course material will be provided before-hand and during the sessions.
- What is the scope and weightage of the certificate issued after completion of this course?
This programme seeks to impart important skills that can be applied across different settings and will make participants better equipped to handle day to day work and improve student learning.
- Will this course also be available in the form of an online course?
The ECIS - Middle Leader Programme 3.0 that is being offered at Jio Institute's campus in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, and this is a residential programme.
- What will be the medium of instruction for this Programme?
English will be the medium of instruction for this Programme.
- Do I need to bring along a laptop, or will I be provided one for the duration of the Programme?
All participants should carry their own laptops or tablets. This will come in handy while accessing the digital resources which will be given to you for the Programme.
- Who will conduct this training Programme?
The three facilitators for the programme are:
- Ms. Kam Chohan, Executive Director of ECIS
- Ms. Keryn Dowling, Education Leader and a Consultant at ECIS
- Mr. Kevin Crouch, Head of EdTech and IT at the Western Academy of Beijing
- How familiar are the foreign faculty members with the education system in India?
ECIS trainers are trained to understand the cultural and contextual factors that impact education and school leadership in different regions. They understand the schooling system in this part of the world.
- Which methods of teaching will be used during this Programme?
Participants will engage in a variety of interactive sessions, including case studies, and group discussions, all aimed at enhancing practical leadership capabilities.
- How accessible are the trainer to the students?
The trainer will be accessible to the participants and will also be staying with the participants on campus.
In case you wish to know more about the programme, please contact the following numbers :
+91-91373 73139 / 18008891100
Email: eduleadership@jioinsitute.edu.in