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Executive Education

Developing the next generation of responsible leaders

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Preparing you for a changing future

Our work-based programmes support senior leaders and managers in shaping the future of business. We designed these flexible programmes for busy professionals in employment. They allow learners to reflect on their current practice and make an immediate impact in their organisation.

Responsible leadership is at the centre of our programmes. Explore what it means to focus on real-world challenges and embrace change.

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Our programmes

Strategic Leadership MSc

Lead culture change and tackle complex global challenges with responsible leadership.

Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship

Combine personal and professional development with a focus on workplace performance. Understand how to utilise learning effectively in the workplace.

Hear from our students and academics

Insight: Six tips to help you ace your Executive Education application

To help you get started with your Executive Education application, we share our top tips for writing a successful personal statement.

Case study: Clare Garnham

Meet Clare, Manager at OASES. She is currently studying Strategic Leadership MSc and is the recipient of the Diversity in Leadership Scholarship.

Insight: Six reasons to study a Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship

Our Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship is designed specifically for individuals who are in a strategic role, or moving into one.

Video: Lee Drinkwater

Lee Drinkwater is Head of Leadership Development at the Royal Marine Commandos. Discover more about his experience of studying the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship.

Insight: Are Leadership Styles Fit for Purpose?

Dr Joanne James, Dr Amy Stabler, Dr Nicola Patterson and Professor Sharon Mavin share their insights on whether leadership styles are fit for purpose and how to think about leadership differently.

Insight: The ‘invisible discourses’ shaping your leadership practice

Are invisible discourses sabotaging your business without you even knowing it? Dr Nicola Patterson and Professor Sharon Mavin shine a spotlight on the causes and consequences of invisible discourses.

Insight: How can we embrace sustainable leadership?

In recent years, mounting social pressure has contributed to a significant shift in the type of leadership seen across organisations. Dr Joanne James and Dr Jenny Davidson share their thoughts on sustainable leadership.

Insight: Leaders Practicing Allyship - what's all the fuss about?

Allyship is a key component in fostering trust within a personal or professional relationship – but how do you know if you’re being an ally to your colleagues? Dr Nicola Patterson and Professor Sharon Mavin address allyship in the workplace.

Insight: Mind the Gap: can mentoring power up your employees and business?

Discover how mentoring can boost employees and businesses, with insights from Dr Amy Stabler, Senior Lecturer in Leadership Development and Coaching and Mentoring.

Insight: Becoming an ‘Inclusive’ Leader: What does this mean?

In this article, Dr. Nicola Patterson and Professor Sharon Mavin discuss the meaning of inclusive leadership and its importance.

The programme has enabled me to align my identity with my leadership goals. I feel confident enough to help other people think about controversial topics. The change has been monumental - I almost don’t recognise myself.

Rachel Finn, Current L7 Senior Leader Degree Apprentice, Strategic Leadership

Why choose Newcastle University Business School?

As a triple-accredited business school, we're part of an elite group of global business schools. We combine a world-class learning environment with industry and thought leaders who are experts in their craft.

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