Global HR Leadership Program | IE Lifelong Learning

Global HR Leadership Program

Modernize your HR practices
IE LOGO BUSINESS WHITE
Start dateMarch 4th, 2026
Duration3,5 months
LanguageEnglish
LocationSegovia and Breukelen/Amsterdam
FormatBlended
Tuition Fees€9,950 + VAT*

OVERVIEW

Empower Your HR Career - Personally and Professionally

The world of HR is rapidly evolving. In the age of AI, sustainable growth, and digital transformation, HR professionals must go beyond traditional practices to shape the future of work and deliver measurable impact. Innovation, digitization, globalization, and constant change define today’s business landscape—and the organizations that will lead in the coming decade are those that excel at attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while fostering a winning culture.

To meet this challenge, HR must be reimagined.

This intensive 3-month learning journey is designed for HR professionals at all levels who want to elevate their personal and professional impact. You’ll gain the latest insights and cutting-edge practices in Human Resources while strengthening your leadership mindset and capabilities. From strategic influence to human-centered leadership, this program helps you shift from order taker to future shaper—able to drive real business results and elevate the employee experience.

This program is delivered in collaboration with Nyenrode Business University  (Ranked #1 in Executive Education in the Netherlands), combining academic excellence with global leadership in HR innovation.

A Transformational Learning Experience—Rooted in World-Class Design and Inspiring Settings

This high-impact, 3.5-month learning journey combines the best of immersive in-person learning with the flexibility of online engagement—crafted to maximize personal growth, peer connection, and real-world business impact.

At the heart of the program are two unforgettable in-person retreats:

  • Nyenrode Business University, Breukelen (The Netherlands) – Spend 3.5 days at the iconic Nyenrode Castle, set on a beautiful estate just 20 minutes from Amsterdam. Surrounded by history and nature, this serene environment offers the perfect space for focused learning, meaningful dialogue, and deep reflection.
  • IE University, Segovia (Spain) – Experience 3.5 days in a breathtaking 13th-century monastery nestled in the mountains of Segovia. The inspiring setting creates space for creative thinking, mindset shifts, and powerful human connection.

In a world where professionals spend more time than ever in virtual meetings, we intentionally prioritize in-person experiences to foster community, trust, and transformational insight.

Between the retreats, the program continues with four dynamic online modules, blending interactive sessions, applied learning, and impactful assignments—so you can immediately put your insights into practice.

This is more than a program—it's a powerful personal and professional journey, set in two of Europe’s most inspiring learning environments, and designed by two globally ranked business schools.

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Date

March 4th – June 12th, 2026

*The registration period for the program will close 7 calendar days before its start date.

SCHEDULE

  • March 4: Online Program Welcome and Start ( 16.00 – 17.30 CEST)
  • March 16th (start 10:00h), 17th, 18th, and 19th (finish at 13:30h): Retreat Nyenrode, Breukelen
    • Including module: 1 and 2
  • April 2nd: Module 3 online (15.30-18.30h CEST)
  • April 16th: Module 4 online (15.30-18.30h CEST)
  • May 13th: Module 5 online (15.30-18.30h CEST)
  • June 4th: Module 6 online (15.30-18.30h CEST)
  • June 8th (start 13:30h), 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th (9.30 am ): Retreat in IE University Segovia
    • Including module 7 and 8
Patricia García | IE Lifelong Learning
Patricia García Rodríguez
Program Manager of Executive Programs

GOT QUESTIONS?

If you're unsure whether a particular program is right for you, it might be helpful to have an informal chat with someone who has knowledge and experience with the program. This could give you a chance to ask any questions you might have and get a better sense of whether the program's culture and objectives align with your goals and interests

Have an informal chat with Patricia García Rodríguez, Program Manager of Executive Programs, to see if this program's a good fit for you.

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WHY THIS PROGRAM?

  • 01.

    LEARN ABOUT THE LATEST HR PRACTICES

  • 02.

    A DIGITAL HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

  • 03.

    TRANSFORMING THE HR FUNCTION

  • 04.

    DEVELOP OR REFRESH AN HR STRATEGY

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    • The Global HR Leadership Program is a seven-month blended leadership development journey designed to unlock the potential of HR professionals. The program focuses on the future of work, talent management practices, leadership development, and advancing people engagement, culture, and climate.

    • 3,5 months.

    • Yes, the program offers a blend of live online workshops, in-person retreats, and online learning exchanges, allowing flexibility for working professionals.

    • Yes, participants receive individual and peer coaching, guidance on their personal projects, and support from faculty throughout the program.

    • The program includes online components and in-person retreats at Nyenrode University in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and IE University in Segovia, Spain.