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Step up to a top-level role, and maximise your impact. Designed for women executives with 10+ years of management experience, we work with you and a sponsor from your organisation to accelerate your next move.
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Seal your success with the mindset, the skills and the network to move to the top level.
"The programme informed my strategic planning process and has given me a lens to look at inclusion and diversity in my workplace."
Taitu Heron
Senior Development Specialist, Head Of Department The Women and Development Unit - University of the West Indies
"I went for a promotion, as I was much stronger and more confident from being on the programme."
Julia Territt
Supply Chain And Services Director, Network Rail
"A mantra that stayed with me is ‘what got you here, won’t get you there’. "
Three Women in Leadership participants reflect on the difference LBS made to their leadership careers
"The programme gave me a chance to openly reflect on the issues we face as female leaders."
Amy Green
Commercial Director, Foresight Group
"The programme shaped me into a much more intentional, strategic leader."
Zainab Olisamah
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, IHS Towers
"Being in a room with female leaders from around the world was an invaluable experience; there is nothing like it."
Sangha Chakravarty
Founder and Managing Director InvictIQ
management experience
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levels from C-Suite
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Participants include women executives who are:
Participant profile
Gain the confidence, knowledge and techniques to make the transition to greater professional impact. Get everything you need to take on a bigger role, and reinvent the way you lead.
Before the programme starts, meet your sponsor and prepare for the programme through readings, reflective questions and a 360 assessment. Get advice on how to build and nurture great sponsor relationships through our specially curated Sponsorship Toolkit.
Immerse yourself in the on campus learning experience in the heart of London. Our world-leading faculty take a deep dive into leadership skills, and use innovative learning techniques including role plays and experiential exercises to help you grow. Be yourself with more skill through coaching, and create an action plan for success.
After the programme, review your action plan with your sponsor, and implement your learning. Build momentum with individual coaching, and reconnect with your peer group virtually to share your progress and learn from others.
Hold a final conversation with your sponsor to decide on next steps. Your sponsor attends a virtual masterclass with LBS faculty.
Your learning journey combines 360 and network assessments, case studies, experiential exercises, individual and group coaching to ensure you have the time and support to achieve personal and professional impact.
You can apply to the programme of your choice online. Acceptance is not automatic and your application will be reviewed by our team of Programme Consultants to ensure the best fit between applicants and programmes. Spaces on our programmes can fill up quickly so we encourage you to apply early and ensure your application is as comprehensive as possible.
You'll receive communication from your Programme Manager around six weeks before starting the programme. The information we send will direct you to our online learning platform which will include the programme timetable, pre-programme reading and preparation work, and an introduction to your fellow participants.
Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality and country of residence. We encourage you to use the ‘check if you need a visa’ tool or to consult the UK consulate or embassy in your home country.
Guest Lecturer
Charles Handy Chair in Organisational Behaviour and Professor of Organisational Behaviour
Clinical Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Director of Executive Education
This programme can also be taken as part of the Certificate in Management. Enhance your leadership approach, hone your business skills and curate your own curriculum with a blend of online and in-person learning.
Submit your application through our online application form.
Not ready to apply yet? Reserve a place
We recommend you apply at least three months before the programme starts to guarantee your place. The application form will take approximately 15 to 30 minutes to complete.
We’ll acknowledge receipt of your application by email within 48 hours, providing it’s received during normal working hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 18:00 GMT). We will review and respond to your application within 14 days.
Yes. We can hold a provisional place for you for up to two weeks. Take note, completed applications take priority and programmes often fill up several months in advance. You can reserve a place online, by phone or by email.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7000 7302 Email: wil@london.edu
The programme is taught in English, so a good working knowledge of the language is essential. If English is not your first language, we may ask you for evidence of your proficiency.
If you have any more questions, please read our FAQs here.
Read our full terms and conditions.
The fee for the programme is £9,300.*
We offer a 25% discount for London Business School Alumni.
For more information on what the programme fee covers please speak to our Client Relationship Manager.
*Fees are subject to change.
We offer one fully funded scholarship for a unique opportunity to take your place on London Business School’s Women in Leadership Programme.
The scholarships are awarded to women by London Business School to support diversity and female participation in our Executive Education Programmes.
The scholarship covers full participation in lectures, group work, executive coaching and experiential activities.
To qualify you will be a female leader:
Applications for the Women in Leadership Scholarship are now open and the deadline for submission is 21 January 2024.
Applications are now open and will close 21 January 2024. Please download the application form to apply for the Women in Leadership Scholarship.
Candidates are reviewed on the basis of their written application. Successful applicants are invited to a virtual panel interview at London Business School.
The scholarships are funded through Executive Education and donations from previous attendees of Executive Education programmes at LBS. If you are interested in supporting the scholarships please get in contact with us at WILscholarship@london.edu
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