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Next face-to-face intake:July 2026. Multiple intakes available.

Advanced Diploma in Management Practice (ADMP)

Your academic passport to leadership: The game changes when you stop being the person who does things well and start being the person who decides which things should be done at all. The ADMP is the catalyst you need.

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Overview of the Henley ADMP

Academic level:

NQF Level 7/ 120 credits

Programme fee 2026:

R102,500 (VAT Exempt) - Virtual
R99,500 (VAT Exempt) - In person

Duration:

12 months, part-time

Delivery mode:

Online and face-to-face options available

SAQA ID:

117034

Transition from managing tasks to defining outcomes

Many managers get stuck in the cycle of “doing.” The ADMP is designed to pull you out of the weeds and into the boardroom. Over 12 months of part-time study, we move beyond operational excellence to give you the strategic authority required for senior leadership. To cross the threshold into leadership, you need more than a track record; you need a new lens on business. For 30 years, Henley Africa has been the launchpad for African leaders who want to compete globally. Now it’s your turn.

Quadruple-accredited excellence

We are the first international business school in Africa to hold four global accreditations, a mark of quality that can open the door to more senior roles.

The "learning laboratory"

We don't believe in abstract theory. Your own work environment becomes the classroom. You apply systems thinking to your actual organisation, solving real problems in real time.

A global network

You join 100,000 changemakers across four continents. You aren't just gaining a qualification; you’re gaining a community.

Your Henley advantage

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#1 in South Africa

Ranked as the top institution for Executive Education (open, custom, and online programmes) for two years in a row by PMR.africa (2025 and 2026)

 

91%

Based on alumni surveys, 91% of undergraduate students at Henley report career progress within six months of graduation.

100,000

Our formidable global alumni network spans 167 countries, opening doors for you.

Top 1%

One of only 125-130 global

business schools to hold

triple-crown accreditation

AMBA, AACSB,EQUIS. Plus,

Henley is accredited by the

African Association of

Business Schools.

 



Only one way 
but up!

This 12-month accredited programme will enhance your strategic impact within your organisation. Through group work, networking, and practical application, you'll discover a new way of managing and gain confidence in the process.
Business acumen: You will understand business processes and outcomes better, leading to improved decision-making.
Personal mastery: You will learn more about yourself and become more confident and capable when facing complex and unfamiliar business territory
Greater recognition: Your peers and your managers will recognise this qualification, giving you greater respect and authority in the workplace. 

Alumni success: Our graduates move into entirely new spheres of influence.

So many ADMP graduates describe the programme as the moment they gained the purpose and confidence to imagine new futures, not just for themselves, but for their industries. Read their stories in their own words. 

Peter Mashaba-1

The ADMP gave me the tools I needed: systems thinking, emotional intelligence, and strategic frameworks that I could apply immediately.

The course has also elevated my approach to leadership. My leadership style is grounded in ubuntu, the fundamental interconnectedness between people.

Read Blog >

Peter Mashaba | ADMP
Graduate
Gloria Sokhela and family

Both the P.A.U.S.E method and the Ladder of Inference learned on the ADMP have helped me reflect before responding. That’s improved my decision-making and my relationships, at work and at home.

Read Blog >

Gloria Sokhela | ADMP
2025
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I see my future differently now and want to pursue bigger things.

Read Blog >

Andre-Louis Pretorious | ADMP
2025

Apply for the ADMP if you know you have more to give and further to rise

This programme is ideal for the ambitious manager who wants to bolster their business acumen while expanding their horizons. This is your next step.

Management experience

You willl need at least three years of experience to enrol on this programme.

Academic qualification

You will need an NQF level 6 qualification.

Don’t have a previous qualification at the right level?

You might qualify for recognition of prior learning if you have at least five years of work experience.

Need more info? Chat with a Henley representative

Ready to elevate your career?

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2026 intake dates and block schedules

2026 Intakes: May & October 2026
Online Intake
Block 1
18-22 May 2026
Block 2
27 - 31 Jul 2026
Block 3
18-22 May 2026
Block 4
14 - 18 Sep 2026
Block 5
18 - 22 Jan 2027
Block 6
21 - 22 Jun 2027
2026 Intakes: May & October 2026
Online Intake Face-to-Face intake
Block 1 18-22 May 2026 13 - 17 Jul 2026
Block 2 27 - 31 Jul 2026 28 Sep - 2 Oct 2026
Block 3 18-22 May 2026 27 - 31 Jul 2026
Block 4 14 - 18 Sep 2026 23 - 27 Nov 2026
Block 5 18 - 22 Jan 2027 15 - 19 Mar 2027
Block 6 21 - 22 Jun 2027 21 - 22 Jun 2027

The ADMP is built around five learning blocks

Evolve your business savvy and gain strategic tools.

Module 1 24 Credits

Thinking Processes & Practices

Module 2 24 Credits

Creating Present Value

Module 3 24 Credits

Creating Future Value

Module 4 24 Credits

Managing Legitimacyin Social Contexts

Module 2 24 Credits

Action Learning Activity

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Assessments

We utilise a comprehensive and practical approach to assessment to ensure you are ready for real-world challenges.
Assignments
Examination
Group projects
All assessments are project-based and directly tied to your role within your organisation. This approach ensures:
Sustained Learning: You immediately apply the tools and models learned.
Real-World Impact: Your growth and application of skills continue long after the programme ends.

Fees and financing

ACMP Fees
R102,500
R99,500
Excluding VAT(Face-to-Face)
Excluding VAT(Virtual)

SOAR! Programme fee for 2026

At Henley, we are committed to providing our students with flexible financing options for their studies. Whether you’re an individual in need of finance or an organisation motivating for an increase in budget, we’re here to help.

 

Please click herefor information and advice.

Should you require any further information about our post-experience undergraduate programmes, email us at UG.admissions@henleysa.ac.za.

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Upcoming events

Join us at our next post-experience undergraduate info session to get a taste of the Henley learning experience.

MBA Decoded

11 June 2026

13:00-14:00
Join via Zoom
MBA
Free

This virtual session is an in-depth and personal discussion centred around you and your understanding of our MBA programme.

The power is yours with a Henley qualification

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Hi I'm Shakila Biajraj. I'm here to help if you have any questions or need help in signing up for this programme. Your dedicated guide to anything related to the Henley ADMP.

 

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FAQs:

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I'm already a skilled manager, why do I need the ADMP?

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Is this the same as an undergraduate degree?

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I have a very busy job. How do I balance a 12-month programme with a full-time senior role?

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What if I don't have the required NQF Level 6 qualification?

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What are the "Thinking processes" mentioned in the modules?

Chat with a Henley representative