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Executive Management Program for Leadership in Education

Lead your organization and drive transformational change in education
IE LOGO BUSINESS WHITE
Start dateFebruary 2026
Duration4 months
LanguageEnglish
LocationMadrid
FormatBlended
Tuition Fees€14,900

PROGRAM

The Executive Management Program for Leadership in Education (EMPLE) is a high-impact learning experience designed for Principals and Heads of Schools ready to lead educational institutions into the future. Delivered in a blended format, the program combines the academic excellence of IE Business School with a practical, globally minded curriculum that equips participants to respond strategically to the complex challenges transforming the education landscape.

In a world reshaped by AI, emerging technologies, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting student and societal expectations, educational leaders must rethink how they deliver excellence and impact. EMPLE empowers school leaders to drive meaningful change by combining cutting-edge management tools, future-forward insights, and a global leadership perspective.

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PROGRAM CONTENT

  • Equip yourself with the Management Fundamentals. Think as a Board member while implementing strategy. Courses:

    • Strategy: From mission to implementation
    • Financial Management & Control
    • Leading & managing people
    • Achieving excellence in Educational Experience
  • Understand the broader context—social, economic, and geopolitical dynamics—alongside innovation and technology trends that are reshaping the educational landscape. Courses:

    • The Intersection between education and the Global Economy & Geopolitics
    • Understanding and engaging Alfa & Beta generations
    • Cross Cultural in Education
    • AI & Emerging technologies in Education
  • Managing people, students, staff, and stakeholders to enhance their contribution to the school/college. Courses:

    • Managing and Influencing Educational Stakeholders
    • Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
    • Effective Communication in the hybrid era
    • Well-being: Supporting and caring for students, teachers and staff
  • This module offers participants a unique opportunity to engage directly with top educational leaders in a dynamic setting. It strengthens collaboration, promotes inclusivity, and fosters a shared vision by facilitating meaningful conversations among diverse global educational stakeholders. It equips participants with the insight and connections needed to lead effectively in complex, global educational environments, broadening their perspectives and enlightening them about global educational trends. 

    Find below some of the speakers from the leaders and supporting partner institutions participating in this module:

    CIS is a non-profit membership organisation that provides high-quality education services to schools and higher education institutions.