2025 PROGRAMME
Navigating Economic Uncertainty Successfully: Strategic Leadership in Turbulent Times
DATE
24th - 27th November 2025
VENUE
Milton Keynes, UK
METHODOLOGY
•Games
•Group discussions
• Assessments
• Peer-to-peer learning
• Self-reflection
• Observation practice
• Case studies and role play
COST
£5,000 but cost £4,750 after a discount
The fee is £4,300 for payment made on or before the 31st of October.
(cover study materials and certificate)
* Fees are subject to fluctuations in Pounds(£) to Naira(N) Rate
Faculty
Dr. TB (Mac) McClelland, Jr
Dr. T. B. (Mac) McClelland, Jr., is the Chairman of The Luxury Council International, a by-invitation professional organization whose 1100 brand members market products and services to high net worth individuals. He was previously General Manager of Enron Middle East and Group Director (Eastern Hemisphere) for J. Ray McDermott, S.A. Before joining McDermott, Dr. McClelland served for 20 years in senior leadership positions in the U.S. Marine Corps. Dr. McClelland holds a Doctorate of Management in Organizational Leadership; a B.A. in Mathematics; a M.A. in Human Resources Management; and, a M.A. in International Policies Studies.
Bradley Jones
Executive Director, UAE-UK Business Council
Bradley Jones has been Executive Director of the Joint Secretariat of the UAE – UK Business Council since it was launched in September 2020. The Joint Secretariat serves the interests of both UAE and UK members and stakeholders, under the Chairmanship of HE Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State for the UAE Government, and Lord Udny-Lister.
Dr. TB (Mac) McClelland, Jr
Faculties
Dr. Graham Wilson
Senior Tutor, University of Oxford
Mike Wilkins
Managing Director, Standards and Poor’s
Ambassador Peter Collecott
CMG Former British Ambassador in Five Continents, Chair Ambassador partnership and Special Advisor to The Prince of Wales and Sir Ambassador.
Richard Gozney
The Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man, Former British High Commissioner to Nigeria and Former Governor and Commander in Chief of Bermuda.
About the
Programme
In today’s fast-paced environment, anticipating change is critical to maintaining a competitive edge. This programme empowers leaders to develop forward-thinking strategies, leveraging scenario planning and data-driven insights. Participants will gain practical skills to identify and seize opportunities, even in uncertain conditions.
Through engaging discussions and expert-led sessions, participants will explore methods to align their organisation’s capabilities with evolving market dynamics. This programme encourages proactive leadership, helping leaders transform uncertainty into a platform for innovation and growth.
THE TEXEM METHODOLOGY
TEXEM’s approach of using a range of learning tools comprising discussion, role play, presentations, company visits, short videos, and games improve; interpersonal skills, stakeholder engagement credentials, decision-making capabilities, communication, leadership quotient and team spirit. TEXEM’s tested and proven methodology comprising of case studies will be deployed during the programme to encourage participants to enhance their cognitive skills, improve their analytical rigour, evaluation skills, and assist them in managing ambiguity better.
Programme Impact
The programme will empower participants with the ability to transform their organisations in achieving outstanding success among competitors; an added impact of this programme is that participants will be well equipped to work in the digital age towards enhancing organisational and individual performance for optimum productivity.
Topics
- Understanding Global Economic Trends and Impacts
- Strategic Decision-Making under Uncertainty
- Financial Risk Management and Contingency Planning
- Leading Through Recession and Recovery
- Building Resilient Business Models for the Future
Benefits:
Among the benefits participants will take away from this impactful programme are:
Equip leaders with the tools to navigate economic instability and ensure sustainable growth.
Why It's Strategic
In the digital era, leadership must evolve. This programme empowers leaders to thrive in the digital landscape, driving unmatched success.
