Program Overview

Program for Advanced Leadership and Management

The Program for Advanced Leadership and Management (PALM) is designed to transform senior executives into potential leaders. This two-week program aims to shed light on the role that each sector needs to play in materializing Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the potential opportunities and commitments that are to be achieved by the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Program Overview

Today's business challenges demand strategic, responsible, and ethical executive leadership. The PALM program offers the latest management concepts and tools, focused on transforming senior executives into potential leaders. This leadership program is designed to challenge current perceptions about leadership and the values that shape it, encouraging participants to think and lead differently.

Program Objectives

The objective of this program is to provide participants with the latest management concepts and tools, enabling them to transform into potential leaders. The program will address core business management areas such as Strategy Innovation & Implementation, Strategic Entrepreneurship, Developing & Deploying Strategy using BSC, Business Strategies & Globalization, Regulatory Environment Change Management, Operational Excellence, Strategic Marketing Management, and a combination of two-days modules on Whole Brain Thinking and Leading from within.

Program Agenda

The program agenda includes the following modules:

• Strategic Leadership
• Strategy in the Digital Context
• Innovation Design Thinking
• Strategic Human Capital Management (SHCM)
• Digital Transformation
• Leading Without Authority
• The 4 Disciplines of Execution

Speakers

The program features a range of international and regional speakers, including:

• Dr. Imran Zawwar, CEO, London Strategy Centre, UK
• Dr. Syed Yaqzan, Visiting Faculty, Cranfield Executive Development, UK
• Mr. Sherif Selim, Senior Consultant, Franklin Covey
• Mr. Lester Coupland, Executive Development Director, Cranfield Executive Development, UK
• Prof. Joel Farnworth, Dean of Management Studies, France
• Prof. Dr. Murali Raman, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Asia Pacific University
• Hatem Shehab, Co-Founder and Director, Advisory Services (AIC)

Program Characteristics

The PALM program is characterized by:

• Interactive sessions presented and moderated by international and regional public sectors leaders, consultants, and recognized figures
• Innovative methods and use of proprietary frameworks
• Strengthening business acumen in core areas
• Gaining more insights through real case studies, simulation games, facts, and well-studied models
• Ideal utilization for gathered data and details
• Local adoption for next-minute action with customized content

Key Takeaways

Participants will gain the following key takeaways:

• Advance strategic decision-making capabilities
• Learn how to move from mastery of one focused area to success in a broader role
• Learn the latest trends on leadership best practices from the world's top-notch leaders
• Explore workable tools with just-to-fit solutions
• Be the change; develop leadership and change management skills to embrace innovative solutions
• Measure the value, impact, and ROI of today's learning methodologies
• Find answers to all questions, challenges, and business pains
• Understand how market leaders are stunningly leading; internationally, regionally, and locally

Investment

The program investment is as follows:

• Prices excluding 15% VAT:
  • Full program: $11,000
  • One week: $6,000
• Prices including accommodation:
  • Full program: $9,500
  • One week: $5,300
• Conference day: $500
• Group discount (5+ participants): 10%

Inclusive Of

The program investment includes:

• Program registration fee
• All program-related certificates
• Full accommodation at a five-star hotel in Madinah, including bed and breakfast
• Lunch, coffee breaks, and dinner
• Complimentary Umrah (applies to international participants)
• One-on-one psychometric assessment and coaching
• Access to extensive readings of selected publications, books, and reports
• Madinah field trips and visit to Islamic History Museum & Madinah Cultural Dinner

Who Will You Meet

Participants will have the opportunity to meet top executive management from 20+ industries, including:

• Chairmen and Board Members
• Senior Business Executives
• CxOs
• Department Heads
• Regional Managers
• PD and Training Managers
• Decision Makers and Business Owners
• HR Managers

Testimonials

Previous participants have praised the program, citing its high-quality education, interactive sessions, and opportunities for networking and growth. Testimonials include:

• H.E. Dr. Tawfeek AlRabeah, Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Prof. Paul Schoemaker, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA
• H.R.H. Prince Saud Bin Khalid Al-Faisal, Deputy Governor, Madinah Region

Attendees Will Receive Certificates From

Attendees will receive certificates from the Madinah Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship.

Program Statistics

The program has the following statistics:

• Total graduates: 740
• Speakers: 41
• Participating countries: 21
• Percentage of participants with 10+ years of experience: 79%
• Average program evaluation: 4.73
• Percentage of participants holding post-graduate degrees: 69%