“This new executive education programme offers both increased visibility and immediate organisational impact, aligning with RSM’s mission to be a force for positive change in the world. Adding to their education and expertise, our executive learners receive a recognised certification from RSM when they complete the programme,” says Dr Mirko Benischke, associate professor and dean of education at RSM.
Hannes Leroy, full professor of Leadership Development and academic director of the Erasmus Centre for Leadership, explains further: “With a deliberately small cohort composed solely of C-level peers, the learners benefit from high-value interactions that extend far beyond traditional academic lectures and access to international business networks. This English-taught programme takes place in Rotterdam, one of Europe’s major business hubs known for trade, logistics and global orientation, and is spread out over nine months, with five days on campus and separate online sessions.”
On Wednesday, 3 December from 16:00-17:00 CET, Dr Benischke will give a free online information session to explain this new programme in full. Executives who may be interested in following the programme can sign up for this non-obligatory online event via this link.
Designed for executives navigating disruption
The programme fully recognises that executives operating at the C-suite level face mounting pressures, from globalisation and regulatory shifts to stakeholder scrutiny and digital transformation. That is why this new programme provides fresh frameworks for decision-making under uncertainty, systems thinking, and non-market strategy. It teaches leaders who attend the programme to respond to complexity instead of being constrained by it.
Real-time application and personalised mentoring
A structured mentoring component allows executives to bring their own strategic challenge into the programme, so that learners can apply insights and tools in real time. This ensures learning is both practical and directly relevant to their current organisational role.
Career progression with purpose
Aligned with RSM’s mission to be a force for positive change, the programme focuses on leadership that delivers societal as well as business impact, which appeals to executives committed to sustainable value, inclusive leadership and a positive organisational legacy.
Programme details
Executives who are interested in discovering more about the Strategic Leadership for C-Level Executives programme can have the brochure requested to get the full details. When needed, the Programme Advisor, Theo Nikola, can be reached by email at tnikola@rsm.nl. Additionally, it is possible to schedule a video call with our programme advisors and our faculty, for those who want to explore how the programme aligns with their strategic challenges and work schedule.
Certification and custom options
Graduates of the Strategic Leadership for C-level Executives programme earn certification in Strategic Leadership from RSM and enhance their personal brand credibility. Organisations may also opt for customised programmes or in-company versions of RSM programmes for multiple executives.
For further information about this executive education programme and other offerings, please go to www.rsm.nl/education/executive-education/.
