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Introducing Leadership & Development Programmes
at the Executive School of the University of St. Gallen

Our Leadership & Development Programmes are designed to empower professionals at various stages of their career journey, offering tailored support for those aiming to step into more advanced roles, enhance their leadership skills, or drive organizational change. These programmes cater to a diverse range of needs

  • from sharpening strategic thinking and honing management abilities

  • to mastering the art of effective communication and team leadership.

Delve into our programme selection to find the one that aligns with your personal growth ambitions and professional objectives.

Our Leadership Programmes

  • ELEVATE

    An Unparalleled Journey in Executive Leadership Mastery

  • Better you. Better team.

    Lead your team to high performance

  • Aiming Higher Women’s Leadership Programme

    The ideal continuing education for women in lower to middle management positions who want to prepare for a more senior role

  • Aiming Higher – Karriereentwicklung für Assistenzärztinnen

    Für Assistenzärztinnen in der Schweiz, die ihre Karriere gezielt planen und ihre persönlichen Kompetenzen und Netzwerke stärken möchten.

  • HSG Highlights

    Das Neueste aus Management-Forschung und Praxis mit führenden HSG-Professor*innen

Our Development Programmes

  • Women Back to Business

    For women looking to relaunch their career or reposition themselves professionally.

  • NEXT

    NEXT is a first-in-Europe, unique experience journey for accomplished professionals to reflect on their purpose and explore what's next.

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Key Benefits of our Leadership & Development Programmes

Comprehensive Leadership Training and Real-World Application

Our programmes combine academic leadership theories with real-world applications, taught by expert academics and industry leaders. This approach ensures participants gain relevant, actionable strategies for effective leadership and organizational impact.

Holistic Skill Enhancement and Personal Growth

Focusing on a broad skill set, our programmes offer training in strategic decision-making, communication, and team collaboration, complemented by self-reflection exercises. This holistic approach enhances both professional competencies and personal development.

Extensive Support Network and Career Advancement Opportunities

Participants benefit from a strong support system, including coaching, mentorship, and a professional network. These resources are crucial for career advancement, providing opportunities for networking, idea exchange, and collaborative growth.

Overview of the Leadership & Development Programmes

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ELEVATE

Spring 2025
Two 3 Days Retreats + Online Sessions over 4 months
Seminar
An Unparalleled Journey in Executive Leadership Mastery
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Aiming Higher Women’s Leadership Programme

22.10.2024
7 half-day modules and 6-month mentoring programme
Seminar
Online
The ideal continuing education for women in lower to middle management positions who want to prepare for a more senior role
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Better you. Better team.

22.10.2024
4.5 days + 10 hours individual work
Seminar
Hybrid
Lead your team to high performance
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Aiming Higher – Karriereentwicklung für Assistenzärztinnen

08.03.2025
5+ Tage (verteilt über ca. 9 Monate, tw. im Selbststudium)
Seminar
Hybrid
Für Assistenzärztinnen in der Schweiz, die ihre Karriere gezielt planen und ihre persönlichen Kompetenzen und Netzwerke stärken möchten.
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Women Back to Business

05.05.2025
12 months
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Hybrid
For women looking to relaunch their career or reposition themselves professionally.
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NEXT

26.05.2025
2 months (3 days on campus + 2 days online)
Seminar
Hybrid
NEXT is a first-in-Europe, unique experience journey for accomplished professionals to reflect on their purpose and explore what's next.
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HSG Highlights

09.09.2025
3 Tage
Seminar
Onsite
Das Neueste aus Management-Forschung und Praxis mit führenden HSG-Professor*innen
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Why University of St.Gallen

Faculty

Our faculty combines cutting-edge, practical-oriented research with an interdisciplinary approach and a holistic perspective. From insights to impact, our research promotes your sustainable personal and professional development and provides the knowledge and tools to do so effectively.

Rankings

The University of St.Gallen has been ranked 6th among the ten best business universities in Europe by the Financial Times Business School Ranking, the benchmark for academic and professional excellence.

Network

With an international focus that attracts participants from around the world and very close ties to numerous companies and institutions, our participants broaden their network through peer interaction while joining a community committed to personal and professional development and lifelong learning.

Practical Relevance

Our faculty unites expertise and a consistent orientation towards the applicability of scientific knowledge in a way highly relevant to real-world practice. Participants benefit from tried and tested strategies and tools that can be immediately applied to attain personal and organizational objectives.

Further education advice

Are you unsure which further education programme is right for you?

Please feel free to contact us for a non-binding consultation.