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The next intake is 20 Aug 2026

Applying dramatic principles to business innovation

Build your leadership presence, storytelling muscle and creative agility. A fast-paced, experiential short course to boost your confidence, influence, and innovation mindset.

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Overview of the course

Certification

Certificate of completion

Programme fee

R9,999

Duration

2 Days

Delivery mode

In Person

What to expect

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How do you lead when there’s no script? How do you communicate with presence and purpose under pressure? This immersive two-day course combines the power of improvisation, performance and strategic communication to develop agile, collaborative and compelling leaders.

You’ll gain tools to think creatively, reframe failure, and use storytelling to inspire action. Expect laughter, challenges, practical takeaways, and deep personal growth – all rooted in business relevance and neuroscience.

Solving complex problems with Human-centered design.

What you will gain

Executive presence

Master your voice, body and message for confident, impactful communication.

Creative agility

Learn how to think on your feet, embrace ambiguity, and respond to change with clarity.

Influential storytelling

Craft authentic narratives that connect, inspire and drive strategic alignment.

Collaborative intelligence

Build trust, listen deeply and co-create solutions under pressure.

Innovation tools

Use design and improvisation techniques to generate and refine impactful ideas.

Resilience through reframing

Turn failure into insight and experimentation into strategy.

Is this course for me?

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Who should attend?

This programme is designed for professionals and teams who want to unlock their leadership presence and creative edge including:

  • Mid-to senior-level leaders navigating uncertainty
  • Innovation or strategy teams needing fresh thinking
  • Professionals preparing for high-stakes communication
  • Teams seeking to build trust, agility and collaborative power

 

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Course modules

Explore our comprehensive course modules designed to help you succeed.

Module 1

Presence, Collaboration and Creative Thinking

Module 2

Influence, Storytelling and Innovation in Action

What will you master?

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Cultivate a creative mindset

Learn to build and sustain an environment that nurtures creativity and collaborative innovation.

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Human-centric design

Master the application of design thinking principles, focusing on empathy and user-centric approaches.

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Enhanced ideation skills

Develop proficiency in generating, refining, and evolving innovative ideas using various creative techniques.

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Prototyping and user feedback

Acquire hands-on experience in creating prototypes and using user feedback to refine and evolve solutions.

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Practical implementation of ideas

Gain insights into turning creative concepts into actionable and viable projects, ready for real-world application.

Upcoming events

Join us at our next post-experience undergraduate info events 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.

A pathway for every stage of your career

True growth is a journey. Our Ladder of Learning is designed to meet you exactly where you are and take you where you want to go.

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Hear from our successful alumni

A doctorate is a lonely journey, but at Henley, you never walk it alone. Join a community of scholar-practitioners who are reshaping industries. Our alumni don’t just graduate; they evolve into thought leaders who publish, teach, and transform their organisations.

The DBA shifted my thinking from 'how to fix this problem' to 'why does this problem exist?' It gave me the rigorous tools to dissect complex African challenges and build solutions that last. It was the hardest, most rewarding climb of my life.

Dr. Thabo M | Henley DBA graduate
CEO, Quotient

The power is yours with a Henley certificate

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We're the only quadruple-accredited international business school in Africa, a mark of exceptional quality.
Your qualification, your passport
Unlock a world of possibilities, propelling your career to new heights. 

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Join a network of almost 100,000 changemakers across the globe, opening doors to new opportunities.
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Frequently asked questions

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