Welcome to École des dirigeants Afrique, your new strategic partner for training the leaders of tomorrow.
Propelled by Executive Education HEC Montréal, in collaboration with BEM Executive Education, this unique platform has been designed to enhance the skills of those who are poised to lead Africa forward. The short programs offered by École des dirigeants Afrique meet the development needs of organizations of all sizes operating in any sector.
Propelled by:
In partnership with:
Why choose École des dirigeants Afrique?
- Custom training programs
Our programs have been developed specifically to cater to the needs of your organization, drawing on the latest innovations and management practices. - Global expertise, local insights
Tap into the expertise of world-class authorities and the benefits of a bespoke curriculum to rise to the challenges in your markets. - Talent development opportunities
Take your teams’ skills to the next level so they are ready to move into roles of greater leadership and address complex management issues. - World-class certification
All our programs lead to certification by the Africa Executive School.
École des dirigeants Afrique is a powerful driving force for your organization’s growth. By investing in the development of your teams, you will be giving them the tools and skills vital to standing out in a highly competitive global market.
Custom training programs
We can adapt our existing programs or build new ones from the ground up to meet your strategic goals, and then deliver them anywhere in Africa and/or Canada. All of our programs are available in an in-person, online or blended format.
Questions?
Learning Expeditions (Immersive programs in Montreal)
We welcome delegations from around the globe to Montreal for short-term learning stays. This winning formula combines masterclasses led by world-renowned experts and exclusive business visits for an immersive and dynamic experience in the heart of Montreal. Participants leave with enriched knowledge and innovative solutions to address the organizational challenges they face.
Creativity and Innovation
The future of business lies in Montreal, the ultimate 20st-century laboratory. A true innovation hub, with co-creation and collaboration at the heart of its ecosystem, Montreal is an inspiring setting for revolutionary organizational change.
Sustainability
In Montreal and across Canada, sustainability is more than just a goal: it’s a way of life. Different levels of government set global benchmark standards in environmental, social and economic sustainability. They open unique opportunities for responsible practices through the launch of green innovations and the implementation of impactful biodiversity-related initiatives.
Artificial Intelligence
In the 1980s, a visionary group of high-level researchers and practitioners, led by Professor Yoshua Bengio, helped establish Montreal as a global AI hub. Since then, many factors have strengthened the city’s position as a leader in the field.
Leadership and Safety Culture
Montreal is at the forefront of safety culture and leadership innovation. Known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to ethical practices, Montreal provides an ideal environment to train leaders who are dedicated to the well-being of their teams and the sustainable growth of their organizations.
Questions?
Our commitments
- Excellence
We will leverage the expertise at BEM Executive Education and Executive Education HEC Montréal to deliver world-class training programs. - Continuous innovation
Our programs incorporate the latest trends in management and innovation to ensure you remain at the cutting edge. - Measurable outcomes
We focus on tangible results, with tools that will have a direct impact on learners and the organizations they work for.
Join us and make École des dirigeants Afrique a springboard for the growth and success of your teams. Together, we will redefine the standards of excellence in leadership and management. Transform your organization with us today!
Serge Lafrance
Director, École des dirigeants Afrique and Executive Education HEC Montréal, and Adjunct Professor
Executive Education HEC Montréal
Established in 1907, HEC Montréal holds the distinction of being the oldest business school in Canada. For the past 65 years, Executive Education HEC Montréal has been training top business leaders who, by contributing to the success of their organizations, drive lasting economic growth for society as a whole. Every year, it makes its portfolio of more than 100 short programs — offered in class, online or in the workplace —available to over 9,000 learners. Celebrated for their outstanding contributions to executive learning, these programs were rated 29th in the world by the prestigious 2023 Financial Times Executive Education Rankings.
Committed to excellence and innovation in professional development, Executive Education HEC Montréal forges connections with world-renowned experts to deliver the best, most up-to-date business knowledge through a team of seasoned academics and practitioners.
Fara Sakho
Director, École des dirigeants Afrique
Chief Executive Officer, BEM Executive Education
BEM Executive Education
BEM Executive Education is dedicated to training African managers and helping them acquire practical leadership skills that they can apply immediately. Its philosophy is rooted in its ability to deliver programs built to meet the specific needs of every organization, using a client-centric approach.
Guided by a group of seasoned international consultants, BEM Executive Education focuses primarily on the areas of managerial efficiency, high-level communication, personal development and effective governance. Beyond knowledge transfer and skills development, the BEM Executive Education team is committed to instilling ethical values vital to strong leadership.
➲ Explore the interactive brochure.