Strategic Leadership Programme for Deans – SLPD

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Stepping into a dean’s role brings immediate complexity, with new responsibilities, heightened expectations, and critical decisions to navigate from the outset. The transition requires balancing operational demands with strategic direction while building credibility across diverse stakeholders.

The Strategic Leadership Programme for Deans (SLPD) supports newly appointed leaders at this pivotal stage, offering a dedicated space to step back, reflect, and gain perspective alongside peers facing similar challenges. The programme focuses on effectively leveraging internal and external resources while strengthening both personal and institutional leadership.

Through open discussions and shared experiences, participants explore practical approaches to leading in an increasingly complex environment. It fosters honest dialogue and mutual learning among an international cohort of business school leaders. Emphasis is placed on actionable insights that can be immediately applied within participants’ institutions. Beyond the formal sessions, the experience builds a strong sense of community and trust.

Target audience

Newly appointed Deans, Directors General, Presidents, Rectors, and Managing Directors.

Learning outcomes

Participants will:

  • Define strategic priorities for their leadership role
  • Strengthen decision-making through peer insight and experience
  • Mobilise institutional resources and stakeholders effectively
  • Enhance leadership presence and influence
  • Build a strong international peer network
Delivery format and duration

On-site, three days

Contact

virginie.heredia-rosa@efmdglobal.org

Express interest

https://virtual.efmdglobal.org/apps/forms/s/kwY83AWZ3cbHSZFzwxBbNsrk

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