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Location
Global
Duration
7 months
Leadership, Innovation and Global Expansion in Defence programme offers a comprehensive understanding of the defence innovation landscape to companies who are aiming to expand internationally within the defence industry.
By addressing the current challenges, emerging opportunities, and effective strategies, the programme opens new ways for companies to capture opportunities and growth in the international NATO markets.
This programme is designed for senior leaders and decision-makers from defence-focused organisations looking to grow internationally and enhance their strategic and leadership capabilities.
And, for leaders of companies developing technologies that have both commercial and defence applications, and who aim to penetrate or enter the international markets within the defence space.
This programme is a concept that can be customised to address your needs.

This programme is tailored to meet the unique and strategic needs of leaders in defence and dual-use companies, as well as those guiding organisations entering these markets.
It is a concept that can be fully customised to address your needs.
Through an immersive and practical approach, participants will gain
a comprehensive understanding the structure and dynamics of defence markets, particularly in the UK and the US.
a robust toolkit to address real-world challenges and drive rapid growth.
Course lenght
7 months
Suitable for
leaders and decision-makers from defence-focused and technology organisations
Beginning with an overview of the latest trends in the defence landscape, the programme content emphasises
Additionally, the programme provides practical, end-to-end support to guide technologies from the commercial market to operational deployment within the defence space.
Teaching combines practical insights, case studies, and leadership frameworks to address real-world challenges.
The programme is delivered through a 6-month period and includes
STAGE 1
MASTERCLASS 1
Online
Workshop 1
Workshop 2
Workshop 3, part 1
Workshop 3, part 2
Immersion trip
Masterclass 2
Online 2h
This programme fosters technology partnerships among defence organisations, academia, and industry, facilitating the seamless transition of technologies across sectors.
We collaborate with military leaders, government officials, and companies developing critical technologies to ensure alignment with the needs of the operational military and defence community.
The programme is led by industry experts and world-class thought leaders.
Xenia Wickett is an experienced leader, speaker, and strategic advisor specialising in global affairs, leadership, and international relations.
Associate Professor in International Business
Postgraduate Research Director of International Business and Strategy
Professor in Leadership
Programme Director, High Performance Leadership (live-online)
Managing Director & Executive Coach
Mobile: +358 40 509 0894
paula.kilpinen@henleynordic.com