Leadership Reimagined

Where Arts and Leadership Converge
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Start date
Duration
Language
Location
Format
Tuition Fees
November 23rd, 2026
3 days
English
Madrid
Face to face
€3,950

Who is this program aimed for?

Experienced professionals who feel they have mastered leadership in its execution, and are seeking to truly differentiate themselves through honing their ability to influence and inspire.

You are probably a good fit for this program if:

  • You lead or have led a team, a business unit, or an organizational transformation and recognize the gap between your vision and others' commitment to it.
  • You've noticed that logic and data aren't enough to move people in the direction you need.
  • You're a C-Suite or senior executive who wishes to make more of an impact.
  • You're leading a change process cultural, structural or strategic, that requires real buy-in.
  • You feel conventional leadership development stopped stretching you some time ago.

You’ll get the most out of this program if you wish to:

  • Communicate so that people don't just hear you, but are inspired to act.
  • Build influence through your presence and influence, not just your title.
  • Get better at navigating uncertainty without defaulting to over-analysis.
  • Lead in a way that feels genuinely yours, rather than an imitation of others’ style.
  • Turn complex situations into relatable stories that offer not only direction, but real connection.

You’re probably not the right fit if you are:

  • Looking for a leadership frameworks or tools programme.
  • A junior professional.
  • Seeking a technical or functional specialization.
  • Expecting a lecture-based academic format.
  • Not comfortable with experiential, practice-based learning.

This program is deliberately not for everyone. If you're looking for another leadership model to add to your collection, this isn't for you. If you want to truly change how you show up, this could be where it starts.

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FAQ'S

  • Admission evaluation is based primarily on the candidate’s professional profile and leadership scope rather than on academic credentials. Applicants are expected to bring relevant experience and a genuine interest in exploring new leadership approaches through the arts and humanities. The Admissions Team reviews each profile to ensure alignment with the program’s objectives and to build a strong, diverse cohort of senior leaders.

  • The Arts-Powered Leadership Program is designed for senior professionals and executives seeking a fresh, strategic approach to leadership beyond conventional methods—especially those who value an experiential, hands-on alternative to traditional leadership development and want to stand out by integrating insights from the arts and humanities into their leadership practice.

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