Leading Transformational Change

Introduction

This 8-week programme equips leaders with the insight, tools, and mindset to drive sustainable organisational growth, while navigating generational, cultural, and strategic transitions.

Led by Brunel Business School’s experts in change leadership, governance, and organisational development, the course explores the intersection of values, ecosystems, and intergenerational leadership. From family businesses and entrepreneurial ventures to large-scale corporate environments, this course supports leaders in aligning long-term vision with innovation, continuity, and human connection.

Who is the program for?

• Leaders managing change

• HR and organisational development professionals

• Change/innovation leaders

• Executives guiding leadership succession or transformation initiatives

What's in it for you and your business?

This program is delivered through one 2 hour live interactive online session/week. The focus is on active and rapid application of learning to the daily role. By completing this program participants will be able to:

• Confidently manage intergenerational change and lead across age-diverse teams

• Strengthen trust and relationship-building capabilities in complex ecosystems

• Align organisational values with innovation and transformation strategies

• Apply reflective practices to manage socio-emotional wealth and lead with authenticity

Module Breakdown*

Modules will for this program will include:

1. Rediscovering business core values

• Define how values drive culture, identity, and long-term resilience

2. Business ecosystems and governance structures

• Understand how ecosystem thinking and governance support innovation and sustainability

3. Cross-generational change management

• Explore leadership strategies for bridging generational gaps and expectations

4. Navigating cultural and generational dynamics

• Enhance inclusivity and collaboration by understanding internal diversity

  
  

5. Trust and relationship building

• Build relational capital that supports long-term success across networks

6. Managing socio-emotional wealth

• Reflect on family business dynamics and nurturing emotional ties across generations

7. Supporting next-generation leaders

• Learn to align career paths with organisational needs and value

  
  

8. Sustaining values while innovating

• Integrate legacy and innovation during leadership transition and strategic renewal

  
  

The program provides many resources to help you learn and develop practical skills which are instantly applicable to your business needs. You will have access to a truly carefully curated reading list, featuring many books, articles and a lot of case studies. Multimedia resources such as video tutorials, and webinars will also be used.

As a reminder the KEY benefits of this program are:

• Lead with insight and integrity in complex, diverse, and changing environments

• Develop actionable change strategies rooted in trust, purpose, and stakeholder alignment

• Build stronger teams and ecosystems across cultures and generations

• Navigate succession and leadership transitions with confidence and clarity

• Master reflective leadership practices for personal and organisational growthEquip SME leaders with tools to navigate change and uncertainty effectively