Oxford Executive Leadership Program 2026

2nd August - 13th August, 2026

Oxford Executive Leadership Program

In an era of rapid change and increasing complexity, visionary leaders must be equipped to navigate uncertainty, seize opportunities, and drive innovation and performance. The Oxford Executive Leadership Programme (OELP) is a high-impact, immersive experience designed for senior executives, mid-career professionals, government officials, and policymakers who are navigating digital transformation, economic shifts, and evolving governance landscapes. Held in the premises of the University of Oxford, this program blends cutting-edge policy insights.

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Who Should Attend?

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CEOs, Board Members, and Senior Executives

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Entrepreneurs & Business Unit Leaders

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Government Officials & Senior Policymakers

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Members of Executive Committees

Programme Overview

2nd August - 13th August, 2026

At the Oxford University

7 days

Official Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline
30th March, 2026

Fee
£6,999/-

includes airport transfers, accommodation, dining, city tours, tuition, and study materials

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Courses for All Professionals

Changing Global Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics: Implications for the Developing World

Geopolitical shifts are reshaping the global landscape. This course equips leaders to navigate changing power dynamics, trade disruptions, and economic realignment, with a focus on South-South cooperation. Participants gain strategic tools to manage risk and leverage emerging global and regional opportunities.

Leading in the Age of AI: Balancing Technology, Data, and Human Insight

Explore how AI and data are transforming leadership. This course helps leaders integrate technology with emotional intelligence to drive innovation, streamline decision-making, and foster resilient, people-centered organizations in a fast-evolving digital environment.

Sustainability and Climate Change: Navigating the Green Transition

Understand the strategies behind sustainable growth. This course examines ESG frameworks, climate finance, and green innovation, preparing leaders to integrate environmental priorities into core policy and business decisions in support of the global green transition.

The Declining Neoliberal Order: Rethinking Trade Policy in a New Global Environment

Analyze the global shift from neoliberalism and rising protectionism. This course equips participants with tools to navigate evolving trade norms, industrial policy, and regional integration, helping craft strategies that ensure competitiveness and inclusive economic development.

Political Economy of Development: Institutions and Power

This course explores how political institutions and power structures shape development outcomes. Through historical and comparative analysis, participants examine state capacity, development paradigms, and institutional reform to craft strategies for inclusive and sustainable transformation.

The Power of Social Intelligence: Leadership in Complex Environments

Effective leadership requires emotional agility and human insight. This course strengthens leaders’ abilities to manage relationships, build trust, and lead through complexity by developing skills in interpersonal influence, conflict resolution, and high-stakes decision-making.

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What’s Included Oxford Executive Leadership Program

There are no hidden costs for programme-related activities.

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Academic teaching by Oxford academics

Academic resources & materials

Leadership & debating workshops

Cultural tours and excursions

Certificate of Completion

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Alumni

Miori Tomisaka

Japan

Kamal Powell

Jamaica

Eduardo Kirchner

Brazil

Clement Owusu

Dubai

Siddharth Sinha

India

Maria Schoenmaker

Brazil

Nurul Rahman

Malaysia

Sanullah Khan

Pakistan

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Optional Lectures

Fiscal Governance and Public Finance Management

Explore strategic frameworks for effective public finance. This course equips leaders with tools for revenue generation, budgeting, and fiscal accountability, enabling them to build resilient institutions and support sustainable economic development through sound financial governance.

Lead digital change in government institutions. This course covers e-governance models, data-driven policy, and emerging technologies, helping public leaders overcome bureaucratic inertia, improve transparency, and deliver agile, citizen-centered services.

Develop and manage effective PPPs. This course offers practical skills in risk-sharing, contract design, and performance-based governance to create sustainable partnerships that deliver infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social services efficiently and equitably.

Gain critical skills for high-stakes negotiation and dispute resolution. This course empowers leaders with advanced techniques to manage conflict, engage stakeholders, and build consensus, fostering institutional stability and collaborative problem-solving.

Design inclusive policies that improve lives. This course explores frameworks for health equity, social protection, and welfare reform, enabling leaders to develop data-driven, evidence-based solutions that strengthen social systems and enhance citizen well-being.

Understand sustainable models for healthcare funding. This course covers insurance design, risk pooling, and financing partnerships, equipping participants to strengthen fiscal resilience and expand equitable access to health services.

Transform education systems for inclusive development. This course focuses on policy design, reform strategies, and technology-driven innovation to improve equity, access, and learning outcomes in diverse educational contexts.

Strengthen tax systems for equity and growth. This course explores progressive taxation, digital tax tools, and international cooperation, giving policymakers tools to boost revenue, enhance compliance, and support fiscal sustainability.

Move beyond extraction to create value-added mineral industries. This course provides strategies for beneficiation, refining, and industrial cluster development, enabling countries to leverage mineral resources for inclusive growth and long-term development aligned with sustainability goals.

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Ready To Make Summer 2026 Memorable?

Join us at the Oxford Centre For Leadership for an unforgettable journey of academic excellence, cultural immersion, and lifelong connections.

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Join us as we take you on an inspiring journey where history meets the future, and where you can be a part of crafting a world led by inspired and responsible leaders.

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