University of Oxford · For leaders and policymakers
Executive Leadership Programme
A high-impact, immersive programme in Oxford for senior executives, mid-career professionals, government officials and policymakers navigating digital transformation, economic shifts and evolving governance.
The programme
Leadership for an era of rapid change
In an era of rapid change and increasing complexity, visionary leaders must be equipped to navigate uncertainty, seize opportunities, and drive innovation and performance.
The Oxford Executive Leadership Programme is a high-impact, immersive experience for senior executives, mid-career professionals, government officials and policymakers. Held in the premises of the University of Oxford, it blends cutting-edge policy insight with Oxford-style teaching, leadership and debating workshops, formal dinners and cultural visits.
Participants receive an official Certificate of Completion from the Oxford Centre for Leadership.
Who should attend
Designed for senior leaders
CEOs, board members & senior executives
Leaders steering organisations through digital transformation and economic change.
Entrepreneurs & business unit leaders
Founders and managers building and growing ventures in a shifting global market.
Government officials & senior policymakers
Public leaders shaping policy, institutions and development strategy.
Members of executive committees
Decision-makers responsible for strategy, risk and organisational performance.
Courses for all professionals
Six core courses
Changing global geopolitics and geo-economics
Navigate shifting power dynamics, trade disruption and economic realignment, with a focus on South–South cooperation and strategic tools to manage risk and seize regional opportunities.
Leading in the age of AI
Integrate technology and data with emotional intelligence to drive innovation, streamline decision-making and build resilient, people-centred organisations.
Sustainability and climate change
ESG frameworks, climate finance and green innovation: bringing environmental priorities into core policy and business decisions for the green transition.
Rethinking trade policy
The shift from neoliberalism and rising protectionism: evolving trade norms, industrial policy and regional integration for competitive, inclusive development.
Political economy of development
How institutions and power shape development outcomes: state capacity, development paradigms and institutional reform, through historical and comparative analysis.
The power of social intelligence
Emotional agility, trust-building, interpersonal influence, conflict resolution and high-stakes decision-making for leading in complex environments.
Optional lectures
- Fiscal governance and public finance management
- Innovation and digital transformation in the public sector
- Public–private partnerships
- Negotiation, mediation and conflict management
- Social policy and public health programmes
- Health financing and insurance models
- Education policy for equitable learning
- Taxation policy
- Building industrial ecosystems for minerals
What’s included
Everything in one programme fee
There are no hidden costs for programme-related activities.
- Academic teaching by Oxford academics
- Academic resources and study materials
- Leadership and debating workshops
- Accommodation and all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Cultural tours and excursions
- Airport transfers
- Official Certificate of Completion
In Oxford
Glimpses of the programme
Teaching in historic settings, formal dinners and receptions, and time to explore Oxford and London with leaders from around the world.
A global cohort
Leaders from government, business and civil society.
Evening receptions
Networking with faculty, speakers and fellow participants.
Formal dinners
Dining in the collegiate tradition.
Debate in historic chambers
Oxford Union-style debate on the questions leaders face.
Exploring Oxford
Walking tours of the colleges and city.
Lasting connections
A network that continues long after Oxford.
Our alumni
Leaders from around the world
- Miori TomisakaJapan
- Kamal PowellJamaica
- Eduardo KirchnerBrazil
- Clement OwusuDubai
- Siddharth SinhaIndia
- Maria SchoenmakerBrazil
- Nurul RahmanMalaysia
- Sanullah KhanPakistan
“The Executive Leadership Program is the best course I have participated in. This Program is the best in terms of content and knowledge being shared with the participants.”
Eduardo Kirchner, Brazil
Programme details
Register your interest
Dates and fees for the next programme have not been announced yet. Register your interest and we will send you the confirmed dates, fee and course programme first.
- Held at the University of Oxford
- Applications considered on a rolling basis
- Official Certificate of Completion
Executive Leadership Programme
- Dates
- Dates to be announced
- Fee
- To be announced
- Duration
- 12 days
- Location
- University of Oxford
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