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General management and corporate governance

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General management

Elevate your expertise and chart your course to advanced management

Navigating today’s complex business environment requires more than traditional management skills. At ESMT Berlin, our executive leadership development programs are designed to meet these evolving demands, enhancing your expertise in general management and corporate governance.

Our approach is innovative, rigorous, and practical—tailored to the needs of today’s leaders. We combine cutting-edge research with real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and strategic decision-making through interactive workshops, peer consulting, and expert insights. This empowers participants to lead confidently, make informed decisions, and drive sustainable success. 

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Effectively lead cross-functional teams and make impactful decisions that drive business growth.
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Implement stronger accountability, ethical practices, and management across your organization.
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Navigate complex challenges with confidence and advance into senior management roles.
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Enhance your supervisory board's impact, align strategic priorities and strengthen governance.
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Strong senior leaders serve as an anchor for others in our VUCA world, centered in the here and now, with a vision for the future and the courage to drive informed decisions that may be inconvenient today.

Sarah Horn
Program Director, Executive Education, ESMT Berlin

How participants have benefited from our programs

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Participants' voices

In the past, I was always focusing on my own function, working within a silo. But today, because of the ETP, I have a more holistic perspective.

That’s enabled me to steer the function in a way that has a broader, more positive impact for the whole company.

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Jens Delventhal
Executive Transition Program (ETP) Alumnus

ESMT Berlin’s approach to management programs

ESMT Berlin’s management programs are purposefully designed to help professionals navigate the dynamic challenges of modern business with clarity and confidence. At the core of these programs is an emphasis on integrative thinking—encouraging participants to connect insights across disciplines, from strategy and innovation to ethics and sustainability.

What makes ESMT’s approach distinctive is its focus on transformational learning. Participants engage in experiential formats such as simulations, case studies, and real-world projects that mirror complex management scenarios. The programs challenge individuals not only to sharpen technical and analytical skills but also to cultivate agility, resilience, and empathy—traits essential for effective leadership in times of uncertainty.

Furthermore, ESMT fosters a collaborative environment where diversity of thought and background enrich the learning experience. Programs like the Executive Transition Program provide senior professionals with a platform to reflect on their leadership identity while broadening their perspective on global business trends.

In short, ESMT Berlin’s management programs are not just about acquiring knowledge; they are about enabling leaders to make a lasting, positive impact on their organizations and society.

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