Strategic Leadership & Management Program – Kigali, Rwanda (10 Days)
Date and Time
Date: Sep 22-Oct 3, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue
Global Leadership Institute, Africa
Kigali, Rwanda.
Overview
The Strategic Leadership & Management Program is a high-impact executive learning experience designed to equip leaders, managers, and decision-makers with advanced skills in leadership, strategy, and organizational management. Over ten intensive days, participants will gain practical insights on leading with vision, managing organizational change, fostering innovation, and executing strategies that deliver sustainable results.
Through case studies, simulations, group discussions, and practical projects, the program prepares participants to lead with confidence in today’s volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) business environment.
Learning Objectives
Training Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
1. Understand and apply advanced leadership theories and practices in real-world scenarios.
2. Develop, communicate, and execute organizational strategies aligned with long-term goals.
3. Strengthen decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
4. Manage change, innovation, and cultural transformation effectively.
5. Enhance emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness in leadership.
6. Drive organizational performance through strategic planning, governance, and accountability.
7. Foster collaboration, team engagement, and stakeholder trust.
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Training Benefits
• Gain practical tools for strategic leadership and management.
• Strengthen the ability to inspire, influence, and empower teams.
• Learn how to translate strategy into measurable results.
• Build resilience and agility in responding to challenges and crises.
• Improve communication and negotiation for better stakeholder alignment.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Networking opportunity with leaders across sectors in Rwanda and beyond.
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Who Should Attend
- This Program is ideal for:
- • Senior Executives and Directors
- • Middle-Level Managers transitioning to senior roles
- • Team Leaders and Project Managers
- • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
- • Policy Makers and Government Leaders
- • NGO Leaders and Program Managers
- • Professionals aspiring to leadership excellence
Workshop Outline / Modules
Day 1 – Foundations of Strategic Leadership
1. Understanding Leadership in the 21st Century
o Leadership vs. Management
o Leadership styles and situational leadership
o Attributes of effective strategic leaders
2. Strategic Thinking & Systems Approach
o Big-picture thinking
o Systems thinking and holistic decision-making
o Anticipating and navigating complexity
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Day 2 – Vision, Mission & Values
3. Developing Organizational Vision & Mission
o Crafting inspiring vision statements
o Aligning mission with organizational goals
o Values-driven leadership
4. Ethical Leadership & Corporate Governance
o Leading with integrity
o Governance frameworks
o Accountability and transparency in decision-making
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Day 3 – Strategy Formulation
5. Strategic Analysis & Environmental Scanning
o PESTLE & SWOT frameworks
o Industry analysis and competitive intelligence
o Identifying opportunities and risks
6. Strategy Formulation & Business Models
o Crafting winning strategies
o Innovation in business models
o Aligning strategy with resources and capabilities
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Day 4 – Strategy Execution
7. Translating Strategy into Action
o Strategic goals, KPIs, and scorecards
o Resource allocation and prioritization
o Ensuring strategic alignment across teams
8. Performance Management & Accountability
o Monitoring and evaluation systems
o Driving results through accountability
o Performance feedback and coaching
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Day 5 – Leadership Competencies
9. Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
o Self-awareness and self-regulation
o Empathy and social skills for leaders
o Using EI to build trust and influence
10. Decision-Making & Problem Solving
• Analytical and intuitive decision-making
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Structured problem-solving approaches
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Day 6 – Leading People & Teams
11. Building and Leading High-Performance Teams
• Team dynamics and collaboration
• Motivating and engaging employees
• Delegation and empowerment
12. Conflict Management & Negotiation
• Identifying and resolving workplace conflicts
• Mediation techniques
• Effective negotiation skills
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Day 7 – Change, Innovation & Transformation
13. Change Management Strategies
• Leading organizational change
• Overcoming resistance to change
• Change leadership models (Kotter, ADKAR, etc.)
14. Innovation & Creative Leadership
• Fostering an innovation culture
• Design thinking for leaders
• Encouraging creativity and experimentation
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Day 8 – Organizational Leadership
15. Organizational Culture & Leadership Alignment
• Culture as a driver of performance
• Aligning culture with strategy
• Shaping and sustaining desired culture
16. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Mapping stakeholders and expectations
• Leadership communication strategies
• Building trust and partnerships
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Day 9 – Global & Cross-Cultural Leadership
17. Leadership in a Global Context
• Global trends shaping leadership
• Cross-border leadership challenges
• Geopolitical, economic, and cultural dimensions
18. Cross-Cultural Communication & Diversity Management
• Leading across cultures and differences
• Inclusive leadership practices
• Diversity as a strategic advantage
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Day 10 – Future-Focused Leadership
19. Digital Leadership & Leading in the Age of Disruption
• Technology and leadership in the digital era
• Data-driven decision-making
• Leading remote and hybrid teams
20. Sustainable Leadership & Legacy Building
• Sustainability and corporate social responsibility
• Long-term impact and legacy planning
• Developing the next generation of leaders
Facilitator
Global Leadership Institute Certified Trainers
Investment / Fees
- Standard Fee: USD 1890 per participant
- Group Discount:(3+ participants)- 10% off the standard fee
- Includes training materials, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and certificate.
Registration Deadline
Sep 20,2025
How to Register
- Register here: https://www.leadership.rw/register/ or click “Register/Apply to Attend”.
- Then, payment details will be shown/visible & automatically emailed to you.
- Once payment is received, you’ll get a confirmation & pre-read pack 1 week before the workshop.
- Need help? Email: info@leadership.rw Call +250 738 713 619, +254 722 223084 (9 AM–5 PM EAT).