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Executive Master

Executive Master in Management - Sustainable Leadership in Africa Executive Master in Management - Sustainable Leadership in Africa

In order to meet the economic, social and environmental challenges, which are very specific to the African continent, the challenge of this Major is to define the leadership approaches that will lead to sustainable economic innovation and that will have a positive impact on the environment, society and individuals. This program was co-developed with two African academic institutions (UM6P in Morocco and UCT in South Africa). The aim of the Major is to inspire participants with the innovative practices of key stakeholders in Africa, and to apply them in an individual project.

Place(s):

Morocco, Ivory Coast, South Africa, France

Duration:

16 months (9 modules over 36 days)

Format:

In-class

Next start(s):

Dates upon request

Language(s):

French & English

Cost:

32 000 €*

Objectives

  • Develop leadership that carries meaning and performance and prepare for the challenges of the continent
  • Anticipate geopolitical, economic, technological, environmental, social and societal changes and build appropriate strategies
  • Develop an innovative and efficient economic model at the economic, social and environmental level 
  • Interact with different stakeholders and create bridges between African territories and other continents

Profile

Who is this program for? Is it right for you?

Participant Profile

Leaders or future leaders in the African continent, from all horizons. Company directors, senior executives and high potential managers in African companies or international groups, entrepreneurs, administrative executives in the public or para-public sector and managers of associations and NGOs.

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Faculty

Christelle BITOUZET

Adjunct Professor, HEC Paris

Do you want to strengthen your potential as a change-maker on the African continent: to shift paradigms and contribute to an economy by Africans, for Africans, with a sustainable and impact-driven approach? Join the Lead Campus network, rich with pan-African leaders, united by a common purpose and ready to support each other for the greater good! Thirst for... Leadership + Impact + Understanding African challenges = This program is for you!
Christelle Bitouzet
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Learning methods & Evaluations

This program was co-developed with two African academic institutions (UM6P in Morocco and UCT in South Africa) and focuses on two key areas: managerial excellence and sustainable development. It combines academic input, the expertise of HEC Paris in training executives, visits, and experiential interaction. The aim of this itinerant program is to inspire participants with the innovative practices of key stakeholders in Africa, and to apply them in an individual project.

Writing and defending a professional thesis, with the support of an HEC Paris tutor, concludes the program. Exclusive feature of the Major : The modules of this unique itinerant program are taught in French and English and are run in five different countries.

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This program is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss any additional needs or to obtain the Public Accessibility Register.

Tuition Fees and Funding

The program fee includes tuition and meal costs during training hours (lunch and breaks).

Not included: Dinners (except in specific cases), transportation costs, and accommodation costs (except in specific cases).

Funding Options: Depending on your profile and chosen program, several solutions may be available to you. Visit our funding section for more information.

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Natasha Bibi Derenne

Program Advisor Leadership

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