Senior Management Program
A senior management program that changes the game
In a world shaped by geopolitical volatility, rapid technological advancement, and shifting power dynamics, senior leaders are no longer expected merely to respond. They are expected to lead with clarity, adaptability, and courage – and to change the game.
The Executive GameChanger is a two-module senior management program designed for highly experienced executives – e.g. C-levels, VPs, general managers and Head of BUs.
Rather than revisiting fundamentals, the program broadens strategic horizons and strengthens the capacity and capability required to navigate disruption and shape the future of your organization.
Two world-class business schools, one transformative program
Delivered jointly by ESMT Berlin and SDA Bocconi, the program offers a European-rooted yet globally relevant perspective on geopolitics, technology, strategy, innovation, risk, governance, and leadership. Learning is anchored in robust academic research, as well as real executive challenges and forward-looking decisions.
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A senior management program across two exciting cities
The Executive GameChanger equips senior leaders to step beyond today’s pressures and decisively shape tomorrow’s playing field with adaptability. With two modules – one in Berlin, and one in Milan – you can expect a transformative senior management program that puts you in the heart of two of Europe's key cities for business and innovation.
You can find the program highlights below. To see the full agenda across both modules, please download the brochure.
Module 1: Berlin
Understanding the new rules of the game
The first module takes an outside-in perspective, activating systems thinking and future orientation.
You will:
- Examine the geopolitical forces transforming global markets
- Rethink stakeholder ecosystems through non-market strategy
- Strengthen the ability to hone in on trends that create strategic value
- Reframe technological disruption and future scenarios to turn them into advantage
- Bring people onboard through courageous storytelling amid uncertainty
Qiao Zhang
Timo Blenk
Urs Müller
Tino Klähne
Carolin Puppel
Mito Mihelic
Nora Grasselli
Maja Mommert
Module 2: Milan
Setting the stage for game-changing impact
This module shifts the focus inward, strengthening the organizational adaptability required for sustainable value creation and change.
You will:
- Enhance your ability to formulate strategy and translate that strategy into action
- Build skills to leverage risk and data for innovation
- Understand how to govern effectively in complex environments
- Lead for engagement and exceptional performance.
Gabriella Bagnato
Marco Tortoriello
Arnaldo Camuffo
Paola Tagliavini
Gianmario Verona
Alessandro Minichilli
Who is the Executive GameChanger for?
You are the right fit for the senior management program if:
- You are a senior executive with 15+ years of experience
- You are in the role of C-level, managing director, business unit leader, country manager, plant manager, or head of function.
- You are looking for a program that will connect you to a network of high-level peers
- You are ready to lead with confidence, navigate disruption with clarity and courage, and shape the future of your organization
As leaders of our organizations, we have a duty to set the direction, and this will not be possible if we do not fully understand the context in which we operate and the changes taking place in it.
In this busy world, it is hard to find an opportunity to stop for a moment, put aside the current problems that consume us every day, look at the bigger picture of what surrounds us and what is inevitably coming.
That is why I am glad that the opportunity for reflection arose during the Executive GameChanger at SDA Bocconi University in Milan and ESMT Berlin in Berlin, where together with my peers, we explored the most important topics regarding macro trends and leadership to drive growth and transformation of KRUK in our local markets and beyond.
It is never too late to learn, meet people who will help you broaden your horizons and challenge your point of view.
Thanks to all participants and professors for creating a platform for exchanging experiences
Questions about the program?
Schedule a quick call to find out if the Senior Management Program is the right fit for you.
Financing
The full cost of the Senior Management Program is €12,000.
ESMT Berlin offers a number of automatic application awards that can be applied to the full cost of the program.
- €1,200 Early Application Award for all successful applications made before July 9.
- €2,400 Women Leaders Award for all successful applications from women made before April 10
- €3,000 ESMT Alumni Award for all successful applications from ESMT Berlin alumni
We can also offer a discount of 20% for groups of three or more from the same organization.
Please note, these discounts cannot be combined with each other.
Looking for more information, a consultation, or support with your application?
Contact our program advisor Laura Kiehne.
- Book a consultation
- Phone: +49 30 21231 1490
- Email: bd@esmt.org
