Course Introduction
Senior executives and board members require a sophisticated, integrated understanding of strategy, leadership and organisational dynamics to navigate complexity and deliver sustainable value. This Mini MBA leadership programme delivers a concentrated, board-level exploration of strategic management, executive decision-making and organisational leadership. Participants develop advanced capabilities in strategic foresight, governance, digital transformation and talent leadership that enable them to lead with greater clarity and impact. The programme combines conceptual rigour with practical application, preparing leaders to address contemporary challenges including geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption and stakeholder expectations. This course can be facilitated in London, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Nairobi, and other major business centres on client-preferred dates.
Why Choose This Course?
Acquiring an integrated, board-level perspective on strategy, leadership and organisational performance that bridges functional expertise with enterprise-wide strategic thinking
Develop advanced capabilities in strategic foresight, decision-making under uncertainty and value creation that directly inform high-stakes investment and transformation choices
Strengthening governance, risk intelligence and ethical leadership practices that protect organisational reputation and long-term stakeholder value
Build practical skills in leading digital transformation, operational excellence and cultural change that deliver measurable organisational impact
Establish robust approaches to talent, succession and leadership development that build sustainable organisational capability and resilience
Enhance personal leadership presence, reflective practice and strategic judgement through intensive, applied learning with senior peers and expert facilitation
5 Days
06 Jul – 10 Jul 2026
Barcelona
£4,175
Choose the date and location that suits you:
Who Should Attend ?
Chief Executive Officers, Managing Directors and Executive Directors accountable for enterprise strategy and organisational performance
Chief Strategy Officers, Chief Financial Officers, Chief Operating Officers and other C-Suite executives responsible for major strategic decisions
Board Chairs, Non-Executive Directors and Senior Independent Directors overseeing strategy, risk and governance
Divisional and Chief Regional Executives leading complex business units or international portfolios
Strategy, Transformation and Corporate Development Directors reporting to the C-Suite or board
Senior Public Sector and Government Leaders responsible for institutional strategy, reform and performance
Learning Objectives
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
Apply strategic foresight and scenario planning techniques to inform board-level decisions under conditions of uncertainty and incomplete information
Develop integrated corporate strategies that create sustainable value while balancing short-term performance pressures with long-term resilience
Lead governance, risk and ethical decision-making processes that strengthen board effectiveness and protect organisational reputation
Design and execute organisational transformation initiatives that align culture, capabilities and systems with strategic intent
Integrate digital technologies, data analytics and innovation into strategic and operational decision-making to enhance competitive positioning
Build leadership pipelines, coaching cultures and succession processes that develop future organisational capability
Navigate complex stakeholder ecosystems and political dynamics with strategic influence, coalition-building skill and ethical integrity
Establish personal disciplines for continuous strategic thinking, reflective practice and adaptive leadership that sustain executive effectiveness
Course Delivery Approach
Intensive examination of real-world strategic challenges, board-level decisions and transformation outcomes drawn from diverse organisational contexts
Interactive workshops focused on strategic analysis, scenario planning, governance simulations and transformation design
Structured decision-making exercises exploring high-stakes choices involving risk, stakeholder trade-offs and digital disruption
Facilitated group exercises developing organisation-specific strategic plans, governance improvements and leadership action plans
Reflective practice sessions examining personal strategic assumptions, decision biases and leadership impact
Personal and organisational action planning with expert coaching to support immediate application and measurable strategic improvement
Course Syllabus
01 Foundations of Executive Strategic Leadership and Board-Level Thinking
Examining the distinctive demands of strategic leadership at C-suite and board level compared with operational or functional leadership
Understanding the interplay between strategy, governance, risk and performance in creating sustainable organisational value
Recognising common strategic failure modes at executive level including short-termism, cognitive biases and misaligned incentives
Identifying the strategic implications of increasing stakeholder expectations, regulatory complexity and societal scrutiny
Establishing the business and ethical case for investing in integrated strategic leadership capability at the highest levels
Developing a personal leadership philosophy aligned with fiduciary responsibility, long-term value creation and ethical stewardship
02 Strategic Foresight, Scenario Planning and Decision-Making under Uncertainty
Applying structured foresight techniques to identify weak signals, emerging trends and potential disruptions in the external environment
Developing and using scenario planning to test strategic assumptions and build organisational preparedness for multiple futures
Integrating uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity into strategic decision processes without defaulting to paralysis or over-simplification
Using decision frameworks that balance analytical rigour with judgement when data is incomplete or contested
Building organisational capability for continuous environmental scanning and strategic early-warning systems
Establishing governance processes that support timely, high-quality strategic decisions under conditions of deep uncertainty
03 Corporate Strategy, Portfolio Management and Sustainable Value Creation
Formulating coherent corporate strategy that defines where and how the organisation will compete and create distinctive value
Evaluating and managing business portfolios to balance growth, returns, risk and strategic optionality over multi-year horizons
Aligning capital allocation, resource deployment and performance metrics with strategic priorities and long-term value creation
Integrating competitive analysis, customer insight and capability assessment into strategy development and refresh processes
Developing strategic narratives that align internal stakeholders and communicate direction credibly to external audiences
Establishing review and adaptation mechanisms that keep strategy relevant amid changing external conditions
04 Governance, Risk Intelligence and Ethical Leadership at Board Level
Clarifying the respective roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of the board, its committees and the executive team in strategy and governance
Strengthening information flows, reporting quality and strategic dialogue between executives and non-executive directors
Applying fiduciary duties, risk oversight and assurance principles in the context of complex, fast-moving strategic environments
Managing board dynamics, constructive challenges and consensus-building while preserving trust and collective responsibility
Preparing for and contributing effectively to board-level strategic discussions, investment decisions and crisis oversight
Building governance maturity that supports both robust oversight and agile strategic decision-making
05 Leading Large-Scale Organisational Transformation and Change
Diagnosing the strategic, cultural and capability requirements for successful large-scale transformation aligned with corporate strategy
Designing transformation architectures that integrate structural, process, technological and behavioural change dimensions
Leading change at pace while maintaining operational performance, safety and stakeholder confidence during transition periods
Building sponsorship, coalition support and change capability across senior leadership and middle management layers
Measuring transformation progress, managing risks and adapting plans in response to emerging realities and resistance
Embedding change leadership practices into ongoing strategic execution and continuous improvement disciplines
06 Digital Transformation, Innovation and Technology Strategy
Evaluating the strategic implications of digital technologies, data analytics and artificial intelligence for business models and competitive advantage
Developing digital and innovation strategies that align with corporate direction while addressing legacy constraints and organisational readiness
Managing technology investment decisions, cybersecurity risks and adoption challenges at enterprise scale
Integrating digital considerations into strategic planning, risk management and board oversight processes
Building organisational capability for continuous innovation, experimentation and learning that supports strategic agility
Anticipating future technological disruptions and positioning the organisation to capture emerging opportunities
07 Talent, Leadership Development and Organisational Capability
Aligning organisational culture, leadership behaviours and talent systems with strategic intent and long-term performance requirements
Developing robust leadership pipelines and succession processes that ensure continuity of strategic capability at senior levels
Building inclusive, high-performance cultures that attract, develop and retain the diverse talent needed for strategic execution
Integrating strategic workforce planning, capability assessment and leadership development into corporate strategy processes
Leading cultural change that supports innovation, accountability and adaptability while preserving core organisational strengths
Establishing performance, reward and recognition systems that reinforce strategic priorities and desired leadership behaviours
08 Operations, Performance Excellence and Value Chain Leadership
Aligning operational priorities, investments and performance systems with corporate strategy to deliver measurable efficiency and quality gains
Designing and governing complex operational environments that balance efficiency, resilience and adaptability at enterprise scale
Integrating risk intelligence, supply chain strategy and business continuity into operational decision-making
Leading operational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver sustainable performance improvements
Establishing governance, measurement and accountability systems that provide strategic visibility of operational performance
Building high-performing operational teams and talent pipelines that sustain excellence in demanding environments
09 Stakeholder Leadership, Reputation and Sustainable Value
Mapping complex stakeholder ecosystems and understanding their interests, influence and potential impact on strategic choices
Developing influence strategies that build alignment, secure resources and shape external perceptions in support of strategic objectives
Managing reputation, brand and societal expectations as strategic assets that affect licence to operate and long-term value
Handling stakeholder conflict, activism and reputational threats with strategic composure and value-aligned responses
Integrating stakeholder considerations into strategy formulation, risk assessment and board reporting processes
Building organisational capability for proactive stakeholder intelligence and relationship leadership at senior levels
10 Crisis Leadership, Resilience and Personal Strategic Mastery
Preparing for and leading through crises that threaten organisational viability, reputation or stakeholder trust
Developing integrated risk management frameworks that link strategic, operational, financial, reputational and emerging risks
Establishing crisis governance, decision rights and communication protocols that maintain clarity and confidence under pressure
Building organisational resilience and business continuity capabilities that protect critical functions and enable rapid recovery
Developing personal disciplines for strategic thinking, reflective practice and adaptive leadership that sustain executive effectiveness
Defining and pursuing a leadership legacy that delivers sustainable organisational value and positive societal contribution
Organisational Impact
Improved quality and resilience of strategic decisions that better anticipate disruption and position the organisation for sustained competitive advantage
Stronger board governance, strategic oversight and executive alignment that reduce risk of strategic missteps and enhance accountability
Higher organisational agility and transformation success rates that enable timely adaptation while protecting core performance
Enhanced stakeholder confidence, reputation and social licence that support strategic freedom and long-term value creation
Sustainable internal strategic leadership capability that reduces reliance on external advice and improves organisational learning
Clear demonstration of mature executive leadership that strengthens organisational reputation, investor confidence and talent attraction
Personal Impact
Advanced practical expertise in strategic foresight, board-level governance and high-stakes decision-making directly applicable to C-suite and board roles
Greater confidence, clarity and composure when leading through complexity, uncertainty and competing stakeholder demands
Stronger ability to integrate commercial, risk, ESG and ethical considerations into coherent strategic narratives and choices
Enhanced personal resilience, reflective practice and adaptive capacity for sustaining high performance in demanding executive environments
Clearer development pathway toward CEO, Chair and other senior board-level roles requiring sophisticated strategic mastery
Expanded perspective on the strategic contribution of disciplined, ethical and forward-looking leadership to organisational endurance and personal professional legacy
General Notes
Sector customisation available on request
Training material provided
Elevoris Certificate of Training issued to all participants
Optional post-programme advisory coaching available
Strategic leadership at the highest levels transforms organisational direction from reactive adaptation into purposeful navigation of complexity. By mastering foresight, governance and adaptive execution, executives and board members protect value today while building institutions capable of delivering sustainable performance and positive impact for decades to come.
Enrol now in the Mini MBA in Executive Leadership & Strategic Management programme and develop the strategic acumen, governance insight and adaptive capability required to lead organisations through profound change with confidence, integrity and lasting impact.
