World Development Corporation Directors’ Institute
Global Executive Leadership Programme
Turn vision into strategy. Strategy into action. Action into legacy.
A prestigious leadership journey — co-designed by World Development Corporation Directors’ Institute - World Council of Directors, and Saïd Business School, University of Oxford— for executives ready to lead at a global scale.
About the Programme
Unlock Boardroom-Ready Leadership Skills — Globally Recognized
The Global Executive Leadership Programme (GELP) is built for high-performing professionals preparing to take on enterprise-level and boardroom responsibilities. Designed in academic collaboration with the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, it delivers world-class learning in strategic leadership, diplomacy, financial acumen, innovation, and ESG governance.
Programme Format & Duration
📅 Duration: 4–5 months
🖥️ Mode: 100% Self-paced with live touchpoints
⏱️ Effort: ~104 hours total
🧩 Includes: Case studies, quizzes, capstone project, Oxford masterclass
Programme Curriculum
Module 1: Foundations of Leadership & Global Influence (8 hrs)
– Leadership styles, competencies, strategy alignment
Module 2: International Business & Global Diplomacy (14 hrs)
– Cross-border alliances, economic foresight, negotiations
Module 3: Financial Mastery for Strategic Impact (16 hrs)
– IPOs, valuation, financial governance at board level
Module 4: Cultural Intelligence for Global Leaders (10 hrs)
– Diverse team leadership, adaptability, global challenges
Module 5: Talent to Leadership Capital (12 hrs)
– Succession planning, people strategy, second-line leaders
Module 6: Innovation & Operational Excellence (16 hrs)
– Digital transformation, tech-led leadership
Module 7: Market Leadership & Customer Strategy (18 hrs)
– Customer value, GTM strategies, marketing leadership
Capstone Project (10 hrs)
– Synthesize learning into real-world business application
Oxford Executive Elective (Choose One)
1
AI & Business Analytics
2
Business Essentials Toolkit I
3
Business Essentials Toolkit II
Certification
Certificate of Specialization in Global Executive Leadership
Awarded by the World Development Corporation Directors’ Institute - World Council of Directors.
Includes Elumni status from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.
Certification
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