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The Executive Leadership Programme for Women course is a tailored leadership development programme designed specifically for women in leadership roles or with leadership potential. It focuses on building authentic authority and influence while enhancing personal and professional leadership skills. The course addresses challenges faced by women in professional environments and empowers participants to lead with confidence and impact. Download the course brochure for full details.

In this programme, you will learn to develop a resilient leadership mindset, build a distinctive personal brand, and master strategic decision-making tailored for women leaders. You will gain skills in change management, mentorship, inclusive leadership, and influence with empathy and authenticity. The course also covers overcoming workplace challenges and enhancing networking and communication skills to advance your leadership journey. Download the course brochure for full details.

The course employs a blend of engaging, interactive, and experiential learning methods, including pre- and post-course assessments to track progress. It integrates recognized leadership principles with creative approaches and proven frameworks for strategic decision-making, resilience, and change leadership. This methodology supports authentic and effective female leadership development through practical insights and reflective learning.

Key outcomes include enhancing executive presence, mastering strategic thinking, leading organisational change with empathy, and developing inclusive leadership skills. Participants will also learn to cultivate sponsorship and mentoring techniques, overcome career plateaus, and balance high performance with well-being. These competencies support sustainable leadership growth for professional women.

This course is ideal for women at various career stages demonstrating leadership potential, including senior managers, department heads, mid to senior-level executives, team leaders, aspiring and high-potential leaders. It especially benefits women in traditionally male-dominated sectors as well as diverse industries seeking to advance female leadership skills and professional growth.

Upon successful completion of the course, including passing the end-of-course assessment and full attendance, participants receive a Certified by Informa certificate and CPD UK credits. This women management certification recognises the attainment of advanced leadership skills relevant for professional women. A certificate of attendance is available for those who do not meet all criteria.

The programme is offered both in-person and through virtual delivery platforms, accommodating different learning preferences. In-person learners receive course documentation and refreshments as part of the course fees, while virtual learners receive digital materials and a soft-copy certificate. The course combines face-to-face interaction with blended learning techniques.

No formal prerequisites are required; the course is designed for women at different career stages with leadership potential or current leadership responsibilities. A commitment to personal and professional growth and openness to new perspectives are essential for participants. This accessibility supports female executive training across a broad audience.

The programme emphasizes empowerment through mentorship, sponsorship, and creating a legacy of knowledge sharing among women leaders. It cultivates leadership skills for professional women to handle business challenges, foster inclusive cultures, and promote equity. This women leadership academy approach nurtures sustained advancement for female executives and their organisations.

Informa Connect Academy is a global provider of certified professional training, offering expert-led courses in leadership, finance, HR, strategy, and more. As part of the FTSE 100-listed Informa Group, we deliver 1,000+ courses annually across in-person, live online, and digital formats, helping professionals and organisations upskill with confidence.

Informa Connect Academy delivers training across 15+ key sectors, including:

• Finance & Risk

• Human Resources

• Project Management

• Energy & Sustainability

• Maritime & Transport

• Technology & Innovation

• Leadership & Strategy

• Law, Procurement & Supply Chain

Each course is industry-relevant and globally certified, helping professionals upskill with practical tools for career growth.

Explore programmes by sector in our course catalogue or calendar.

Informa Connect Academy offers 1,000+ certified training programmes across in-person, live online, and on-demand formats. Courses cover leadership, finance, HR, strategy, operations, and more with CPD-accredited and university-backed options. Whether you're seeking flexible online learning or immersive classroom sessions in cities like Dubai, London, or Singapore, there’s a format to suit every schedule and career stage.

Our courses are led by senior certified trainers and former C-suite leaders with 15–30+ years of real-world experience. Faculty members are experts in their field, often working across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. You’ll find bios and credentials for each trainer on the brochure, so you know exactly who’s leading your session before enrolling.

Most Informa Connect Academy courses are CPD-accredited or delivered in partnership with globally recognised organisations, including CIPD, PMI, NASBA, EFQM, WorldatWork and DMI. These accreditations ensure that our programmes meet international training standards and support your professional development goals. You can view the full list of accreditation and academic partners here.

Executive presence involves confidence, credibility, and clear communication. Women leaders can strengthen their presence by mastering body language, tone of voice, and non-verbal influence, enabling them to inspire trust and be seen as authoritative in senior roles.

Learn strategies to project confidence and credibility in every professional setting.

High-impact decisions require a blend of strategic thinking, data analysis, and intuition. Women leaders can use structured frameworks, risk assessment techniques, and collaborative approaches to enhance decision-making and drive sustainable business results.

Discover methods to make confident, strategic decisions under pressure.

Resilient leaders manage stress, maintain focus, and sustain performance during challenging situations. Techniques include emotional intelligence, self-care, mental toughness, and stress management strategies to prevent burnout and navigate crises effectively.

Explore tools to strengthen resilience and maintain high performance over time.

Inclusive leadership means understanding unconscious bias, championing diversity, and promoting equity in decision-making. Women leaders can foster collaboration, leverage diverse perspectives, and create environments where all team members thrive.

Learn how to lead inclusively and drive innovation through diversity.

Mentoring, sponsoring, and role modeling are key to empowering future leaders. Women can guide, inspire, and open pathways for others by sharing expertise, breaking down barriers, and promoting leadership development in their teams and organisations.

Develop strategies to mentor and empower emerging female leaders effectively.