Overview
The Steward Leadership Advantage — An Executive Education Programme based on the Steward Leadership Compass©.
Although technological advancements have led to life-changing innovation in recent years, the first two decades of the 21st century have already witnessed two global recessions, socio political strife, severe resource/income inequality and massive environmental degradation. We live in times where exciting growth opportunities coexist with existential threats to current and future generations.
Can businesses fully exploit the growth opportunities and sustain success without addressing planet Earth’s existential crisis? Is it possible to drive superior shareholder returns by addressing the very challenges that are threatening us? If so, will traditional models of leadership, management and governance be adequate?
As some companies have learned the hard way recently, the answer is a big NO. In today’s brave new world, we need brave new thinking that creates a win-win-win scenario wherein individuals, organisations and humanity at large can thrive together. To enable this, business bosses must mature into Steward Leaders.
Join us at The Steward Leadership Advantage Programme to learn how Steward Leaders can future-proof organisations by activating the Steward Leadership Compass©. Hear from business leaders who “do well by doing good” as they share their transformational stories of transitioning into Steward Leaders.
- Next Course Starts On 15 September 2025 (Mon)See Full Schedule
- DurationRun 5: 15–18 Sep 2025 (Mon–Thu)
- LevelAdvanced
- VenueSingapore Management University
Learning Objectives
A highly interactive developmental experience for aspiring steward leaders who want to create a better world and thrive personally at the same time. As a result of attending this programme, participants will be better able to:
- Understand how the world has changed in recent years because of massive shifts in both technological and societal norms
- Practice steward leadership to drive inclusive WIN-WIN-WIN prosperity
- Apply a stewardship-based governance model to drive sustainable growth
- Increase innovation by applying a stewardship approach
- Explore the challenges and opportunities of responsible use of data in an AI driven ecosystem
- Recognise the current direction and future capital flow trends in sustainable finance
- Learn best practices of steward leaders in action
Who Should Attend
This programme is suitable for board directors, C-Suite leaders and senior business leaders who wish to challenge their own thinking and create more sustainable growth for their organisations.
The Steward Leadership Advantage Program at SMU Executive Development (ExD) was a transformative experience that deepened my understanding of leadership’s vital role in creating a sustainable future. It emphasised the necessity of aligning financial goals with social and environmental impact, proving that companies can achieve success while benefiting society. Discussions on impact investing and the lessons from both exemplary organisations and cautionary tales enriched my perspective. I left inspired to continue embedding steward leadership values—such as interdependence, ownership mentality, long-term view, and creative resilience—into my work and teams’ culture. This program is essential for anyone committed to making a positive difference in the world."
Ms Tsvetelina Müller
Integrated Disease Value Lead - Breast Cancer & Hematology, Roche Thailand Ltd.
Fees and Funding
SGD 7412
(Inclusive 9% GST with effect from 1st Jan 2024)*
SGD 6800
(Excluding 9% GST with effect from 1st Jan 2024)
* Fee is subject to change. GST is not applicable to foreign based companies.
* SkillsFuture Credit can be used for this programme. Please click here for more details. Eligible for Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above.
** Fee is subject to change. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
For More Information:
Tel: +65 6808 5393 (Desmond Ng)
Email: desmondngjj@smu.edu.sg
Schedule
Start Date(s):
Intake Information :Run 4: 15–18 Sep 2025 (Mon–Thu)