Program Overview

Executive Leadership Development at the University of Turku

The University of Turku offers a range of executive leadership development programs, including the Executive MBA (EMBA) and JOKO programs.

Program Overview

The EMBA program is designed for experienced leaders and professionals who want to take their careers to the next level. The program focuses on visionary leadership, global business excellence, innovation, and personal growth.

EMBA Program Structure

The EMBA program consists of several modules, including:

• Innovative Business Creation
• Leading Towards the Future
• Global Strategic Management
• Integrated EMBA Portfolio
• International Study Weeks

EMBA Core Themes

The EMBA program explores several core themes, including:

• Visionary Leadership
• Global Business Excellence
• Innovation and New Business Creation
• Personal Growth

Program Details

The EMBA program starts in June and takes 1.5 years to complete. The program is taught in English and consists of 65 ECTS credits.

Modules

The program includes several modules, each with a specific focus:

Innovative Business Creation

This module focuses on identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities and solutions. Participants learn how to view their organization through the lens of a change agent and challenge the status quo.

Leading Towards the Future

This module focuses on developing personal and professional leadership skills. Participants gain insights into the challenges of today's organizational communication and its effectiveness.

Global Strategic Management

This module immerses participants in the dynamics of international business and virtual management. Participants strengthen their business skills in areas such as mergers and acquisitions.

Teaching Methods

The program uses a variety of interactive coaching methods, including:

• Reflecting on strengths and further developing them
• Enhancing role and organization
• Applying visionary corporate foresight as a tool for everyday management
• International study weeks to broaden perspectives and offer unique insights and experiences

Program Outcomes

The program aims to develop participants' personal growth as leaders or experts and apply visionary corporate foresight as a tool for everyday management. Participants develop an Integrated EMBA portfolio, consisting of capstones and development processes that deepen personal leadership skills.

Other Programs

The University of Turku also offers other programs, including:

• JOKO johtamiskoulutus
• DBA
• Company Programs, such as Business Talent Academy and Future Excellence

Program Modules

The university offers several program modules, including:

• Exploring Business Excellence (EMBA & JOKO)
• Visionary Leadership (EMBA & JOKO)
• Innovative Business Creation (EMBA)
• Global Strategic Management (EMBA)
• Leading Towards the Future (EMBA)