PMD. Class Profile
IESE PMD. Who Is Right For This Program?
You are already experienced in your managerial position. You have led teams, and you have delivered success, but you are ready for more. If you want to take on greater responsibilities and to have more impact across your business, this is the program for you. The Program for Management Development (PMD) gives you the leadership qualities, management capabilities, and self-knowledge that you need to make positive and impactful changes in your career.
Program for Management Development participants are high-potential managers from a very broad spectrum of sectors and backgrounds who are ready to step up and deliver greater impact to their organizations. Does that sound like you?
As a high-achieving functional manager, you’re looking to take your leadership skills and general management expertise to another level.
You’ll join a truly diverse group of talented managers from a spectrum of industries, cultures and backgrounds. And you’ll contribute to building a rich and dynamic learning environment.
- Talented functional managers
- Senior managers
- New general managers
- Specialists wanting to improve managerial skills
- 5+ years of managerial experience
If you have more managerial experience, you might be interested in learning more about our Advanced Management Program (AMP).
8 core capabilities for senior leadership
1
Adopt the integrative perspective of a senior general manager to developing a complete overview of the business.
2
Learn how to address business problems with creativity, leveraging resources from different sources.
3
Explore how to make more confident decisions with a deeper understanding of cross-functional dynamics.
4
Enhance your ability to plan resources and tactics to execute change.
5
Cascade organizational objectives and advocate upwards for your managerial position when necessary.
6
Build team buy-in and alignment to streamline processes.
7
Know yourself, your areas of improvement, and your mission. Be aware of the impact of your behavior on others and develop humility and authenticity.
8
Drive engagement and efficient collaboration between team members.
Define your version of success
Success looks different for everyone. Whether it’s meaningful impact, portfolio careers, strategic partnerships, or purpose-driven leadership – there’s no single path to excellence.
At IESE, we’ve built a collaborative environment where diverse ambitions thrive. Where you can shape a career that fits your values, your goals, your life.
You do you.
Women Win. Real leadership.
"The program gives you a maturity imprint. It will take you from being a specialist to a generalist."
"The program teaches authentic leadership at a time when values are more important than ever."
"It’s not only the content, it’s the networking – something you have for your entire life. Once you come to IESE, you never leave."
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