Sustainable Leadership and Organizational
Transformation in the MENA Region
Certified by CPD UK and the Institute of Leadership
Course Description
In today's rapidly evolving landscape, organizations can no longer afford to treat sustainability as a side initiative. The Sustainable Leadership and Organizational Transformation course empowers professionals to drive change by embedding sustainability into the core of business strategy, culture, and decision-making.
This course goes beyond compliance, equipping participants with the tools, frameworks, and leadership practices needed to champion ESG performance, guide transformation, and foster long-term value creation. Participants will engage with simulations, real-world case studies (e.g., THE RIG, Ma’aden, Aljazira Bank), and leadership frameworks that prepare them to lead within systems — not just within departments.
Course Benefits
- Lead organizational change by embedding sustainability at the strategic and operational levels.
- Build resilience and competitiveness through systems thinking and stakeholder engagement.
- Apply frameworks for regenerative business models, circular economy, and disruptive innovation.
- Understand the CSO’s evolving role and how to align executive teams around ESG priorities.
- Develop culture-shaping leadership practices that foster accountability, inclusion, and innovation.
Who Will Benefit
- Executives and senior managers involved in ESG, corporate strategy, HR, or operations - Sustainability professionals and CSO-track leaders
- Public sector leaders guiding national transformation programs (e.g., Vision 2030)
- Academics, consultants, and CSR officers seeking advanced leadership frameworks
- Mid-career professionals transitioning into sustainability-focused roles
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate global and regional case studies to understand real-world leadership challenges in ESG.
- Apply systems thinking and stakeholder mapping for sustainability integration.
- Develop and defend sustainability strategies in simulated boardroom scenarios.
- Practice decision-making under pressure, balancing ESG commitments with financial trade-offs.
- Learn to build cross-functional alliances, communicate sustainability effectively, and embed impact metrics.
- Explore frameworks including regenerative models, disruptive innovation, and leadership agility.
Course Agenda
Module 1: Evaluating and Embedding Sustainability
- Systems thinking, strategy alignment, long-term value - Case studies: Microsoft, Aramex
Module 2: Enhancing Sustainability Leadership Impact
- Leadership DNA, stakeholder engagement, communication tools - Case study: THE RIG
Module 3: Crisis Simulation – Ma’aden
- Stakeholder conflict resolution, sustainability response planning
Module 4: Executive Simulation – Aljazira Bank
- ESG leadership alignment across departments, culture transformation
Certification & Recognition
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive the:
Certified CES Learning Certificate in Sustainable Leadership and Organizational Transformation
- CPD UK Certified – Awarded with Continuing Professional Development hours
- Institute of Leadership Certified – Recognized for executive training and transformation leadership
This certificate signals readiness to lead cross-sector sustainability initiatives and drive ESG performance.
Training Methodology
Format: Blended learning (Live sessions + simulations + case-based workshops) Duration:
- 8 hours live instruction
- 2-day immersive workshops including simulations
- Final sustainability leadership evaluation
Interactive simulations include THE RIG, Ma’aden, and Aljazira Bank, supported by collaborative group work and strategy design exercises.
Registration & Contact
Group or Multi-Course Registration?
If you're enrolling in multiple courses or registering employees on behalf of your company, please fill out our Group & Package Registration Form.
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📧Email: training@ces.com.sa
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