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2025 PROGRAMME

Leading effectively in an increasingly Geopolitically Strained world

DATE

18th - 21st August 2025

Nic Cheeseman - 19th August
Dr. TB (Mac) McClelland, Jr - 20th August
John Peters - 21st August

VENUE

Leeds, 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 9th of August.

(cover study materials and certificate)

* Fees are subject to fluctuations in Pounds(£) to Naira(N) Rate

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Faculty

Nic_Cheeseman
Nic Cheeseman

Professor of Democracy at the University of Birmingham. Formerly the Director of the African Studies Centre at Oxford University, he is the Founding Director of Birmingham’s Centre for Elections, Democracy, Accountability and Representation (CEDAR).

He mainly works on democracy, elections and development and has conducted in-country research in a range of African countries including Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, but has also published on Latin America and post-communist Europe

Professor John Peters
Professor John Peters

Royal Air Force fighter, Former prisoner of war, and Previous Chair of the Association of MBAs.

John Peters, Former Chair of the Association of MBAs, Top World Leadership Speaker and Survivor Par Excellence, has been Visiting Professor in many UK universities (e.g., Aston University and Henley Business School). John Peters came to the world’s attention in January 1991, when his bruised and battered face flashed across television screens around the world as a prisoner of war. It was his disfigured image that became a potent symbol of Saddam Hussein’s ruthless aggression.

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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

About the Programme

In an era marked by geopolitical tensions, organisations must be prepared to navigate risks and uncertainties. This programme equips senior leaders with the critical skills to manage crises, safeguard assets, and maintain operational continuity. Participants will explore the complexities of geopolitical dynamics and learn how to anticipate, adapt, and lead effectively under pressure.

The programme provides a comprehensive toolkit for managing stakeholder communications and executing high-stakes negotiations. Led by distinguished faculty with real-world expertise, participants will gain a nuanced understanding of how to protect their organisation’s interests while fostering resilience and agility.

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.

Benefits

Among the benefits participants will take away from this impactful programme are:

  • Train executives to lead effectively through geopolitical crises and safeguard their organisations.
  • Mapping Geopolitical Risks and Scenarios
  • Crisis Communication and Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Negotiation in High-Stakes Environments
  • Protecting Global Operations and Assets
  • Post-Crisis Recovery and Strategy Reformation

Why It's Strategic

In the digital era, leadership must evolve. This programme empowers leaders to thrive in the digital landscape, driving unmatched success.

Why It's Strategic

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For enquiries, please call +447425883791 or email [email protected]

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