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You want to move into management – and this programme will give you the strategic approaches, financial skills and self-knowledge to make the leap. Take part to expand your leadership skills and grow into the role you want.
Detailed programme
Module 1: Developing and implementing a winning strategy
- Understand how strategy powers business – and know how to make it come to life for your teams
- Diagnose strategic strengths and weaknesses in your business or unit
- Discover how to successfully implement strategy
Module 2: Financial fundamentals
- Understand key financial terminology
- Discover the cash conversion cycle, know how to assess the need for working capital – and how to optimise it
- Read and interpret annual reports, balance sheets, P&L and cash flow statements
Module 3: Self-leadership and constructive feeback as foundations for building trust as a leader
- Maximise your strengths and identifying your pitfalls so you can leap into bringing out the best in your teams
- Analyse your personal thinking style and explore the styles of others to reach team effectiveness
- Shape your management approach to influence others
- Give constructive feedback that leads to action
Module 4: Impactful interactions and effective communication for leaders
- Experience the strengths and pitfalls of your preferred communication and interaction style
- Learn how you can adapt interaction styles to have greater impact on the behaviour of others
Day 5: Feedback report
- Assess your leadership behaviour using the 360° feedback tool
- Benefit from expert Vlerick coaching, in small, safe groups
Why this programme
- Strengthen your financial understanding and strategic know-how
- Develop the confidence and ability to take on your (next) managerial role
- Get feedback and coaching on your leadership approach
- Experience the power of networking with peers who face similar challenges and opportunities
Who should attend
- First-time managers who want to grasp business knowledge and leadership skills
- Professionals with the potential and ambition to grow and take the next step in their career
- Employees who want to make a difference in their organisation.
In previous editions, we had the pleasure of welcoming participants from companies like:

Fees and financing
Boost your impact – and your budget
Did you know you may be eligible for:
- Group discount: Register three participants from the same company at the same time and get 15% off
- KMO-portefeuille: Flemish SMEs can apply for funding to cover training costs
- Alumni discount: Vlerick alumni receive 10% off as a thank you for their loyalty to the Vlerick Business School
Check all our benefits and make the most of your investment.
Faculty
Katleen De Stobbeleir
Professor of Leadership
Katleen De Stobbeleir is inspired by leaders who stand up and speak – and she is passionate about those who have the courage to sit and listen.
Carine Peeters
Professor of Strategy
Carine Peeters is a firm believer in boosting company performance through people.
Mathieu Luypaert
Professor of Corporate Finance
Mathieu Luypaert explains how insights into financial figures and decisions can lead to value creation.
Veroniek De Schamphelaere
Lecturer of Human Resources Management
Veroniek De Schamphelaere is an HR expert with extensive practical experience, who advises on process and career development



