Leadership & Management
Executive Education
Empowering leaders for tomorrow's challenges
We believe people are your greatest asset, and we understand that future-proofing your organisation and your people is as essential as evolving your product or service portfolio. That’s why we are dedicated to equipping your team with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to drive meaningful change.
Top reasons to collaborate with us
Bespoke learning experiences
We specialise in tailored leadership and management training, offering a range of expertise in sustainability leadership, artificial intelligence, and core management skills to meet the specific needs of your business.
Focus on cutting-edge research
Our curriculum incorporates the latest leadership and management strategies, including managing Gen Z, hybrid work models, four-day workweeks, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability, ensuring that businesses remain competitive and forward-thinking.
Collaboration with industry leaders
We work closely with consultancy firms such as Grant Thornton, enabling us to align our offerings with industry best practices and real-world applications.
Industry-aligned faculty
Our delivery team combine academic expertise with practical experience, featuring leaders who have held executive-level positions and understand the challenges faced by today's business leaders.
Workforce development
Short course
AI In Leadership (CPD), Non-accredited CPD
As a business leader you are always looking for ways to stay competitive, drive growth and ensure the long-term success of your business. This cutting-edge technology has the potential to transform the way you work, drive innovation and productivity, and give you a competitive edge in your industry.
Short course
Bespoke CPD for leaders and management, Non-accredited CPD
Equip your leadership team with the skills needed to navigate today’s complex business landscape. Our Bespoke CPD for Leaders and Management programme is tailored to your organisation’s specific needs, fostering visionary leaders who can tackle both current challenges and future opportunities.
Professional apprenticeship
Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship
Our Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) is designed to empower your business today while building the leaders of tomorrow. This programme fuses academic excellence with practical application, ensuring your apprentice is equipped to drive immediate impact and sustain future growth. With a rich legacy of innovation, we help businesses turn bold visions into tangible results.
Professional apprenticeship
Global Leadership and Management in Healthcare (Senior Leader Apprenticeship), MSc
Learners should be working in a management or leadership position and be sponsored by you as the employer. They are employed while studying part-time for the apprenticeship, and need to evidence off the job training both from their education and within the workplace to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Short course
Help to Grow: Management, Non-accredited CPD
Help to Grow: Management is a 12-week programme designed to support senior leaders in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance productivity, drive innovation, and accelerate business growth.
Online learning
Master of Business Administration (Online), MBA
The Teesside University International Business School MBA (Online) is a flexible global programme for ambitious working professionals and aspiring business leaders. You develop the skills, knowledge and mind-set to tackle the difficult challenges facing organisations of all sizes, drive strategic change and make a real, practical difference to the success of businesses, economies and society.
Professional apprenticeship
Senior Leader Apprenticeship
The programme empowers the next generation of leaders to excel in a complex, global environment. By embedding an MBA into the programme, we offer your business a unique opportunity to develop senior managers who are equipped to lead with confidence, innovation, and strategic insight.
Research and innovation
Our research team leads in investigating the latest trends and strategies in leadership and management, including:
- leadership in sustainable development: our research in sustainability leadership explores how organisations can integrate sustainable practices at every level, helping leaders make informed, responsible decisions
- AI in leadership: we delve into AI's role in transforming leadership, including decision-making support, strategic forecasting, and optimising organisational structures
- future of work: our researchers study emerging models like hybrid work, the four-day workweek, and managing multigenerational teams, ensuring your organisation is prepared for the challenges ahead.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)
Maximise organisational growth with our Management KTPs, designed to integrate research-led insights directly into your business, fostering sustainable leadership practices and driving long-term success.
Our impact
Our experts
Suzanne Hauge
Suzanne Hauge, Principal Lecturer at Teesside University Business School, helps businesses unlock growth through enterprise and knowledge exchange. She offers strategic insights to drive innovation, improve operations, and strengthen industry-academic collaborations for real business impact.
Nicola Selby
Nicola Selby, Lecturer in Leadership at Teesside University, empowers businesses to strengthen leadership and team performance. She supports organisations in developing effective leaders, improving team dynamics, and driving positive change that boosts productivity and growth.
Simon Clayton
Simon Clayton, Strategic Marketing and Leadership Coach and University Lecturer, helps businesses grow through tailored marketing strategies and leadership development. With expertise across diverse sectors, he equips organisations with the tools to enhance brand visibility and achieve long-term success.
Femi Waters-Ajisafe
Dr. Femi Waters-Ajisafe, Principal Lecturer and Marketing Lead at Teesside University Business School, drives strategic marketing initiatives that connect businesses with talent and growth opportunities. She helps organisations enhance brand presence, improve engagement, and leverage innovative marketing strategies for business success.
Sina Joneidy
Sina Joneidy, Senior Lecturer in Digital Enterprise, specialises in Responsible AI, Digital Culture, and Change Management. He partners with businesses to navigate digital transformation, using cutting-edge insights from industry and Innovate UK projects to create responsible, future-ready solutions.
Jonny Munby
Jonny Munby, Principal Lecturer at Teesside University Business School, supports businesses through expertise in management accounting, business strategy, and economics. He advises on financial planning, performance improvement, and international business practices to help organisations scale and grow globally.
Mansoor Soomro
Dr. Mansoor Soomro, Senior Lecturer in Sustainability and International Business, helps businesses integrate sustainable practices and prepare for the future of work. With extensive corporate experience, he guides organisations in aligning technology and human-centred approaches for long-term success.
Gbemi Ogbolu
Dr. Gbemisola Ogbolu, Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Strategy, supports SMEs and startups in boosting performance and sustainable growth. With over 12 years of industry experience, she helps businesses thrive within entrepreneurial ecosystems and develop innovative strategies.
Adebukola Oyewunmi
Dr. Adebukola Oyewunmi, Senior Lecturer in Leadership, Organisational Psychology, and HRM, helps businesses improve leadership practices and workplace culture. Through her international research and insights, she offers practical solutions that enhance team performance, employee engagement, and organisational success.
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