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Leading Belgian Business School

Who
Who is the programme aimed at?

Profile
Lifelong learners in the Accelerated Management Programme, which is also the entry point to our Executive MBA, are chosen from diverse professional backgrounds spanning various industries and sectors.
This includes high-potential employees recently appointed as managers and seasoned professionals transitioning from technical roles (e.g., engineering, IT) or staff positions to more supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
Whether from international organisations or small-owned companies, this diverse cohort enhances the richness of our programme.
Key admissions criteria
- Higher Education Diploma (Bachelor/Master/Other)
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience
- English proficiency
Individual
Collective
Impact Learning
Fast-track to the Exec. MBA
An expanded business network
Transform the way you approach challenges through our cutting-edge learning methods, ensuring every lesson is practical, immersive, and impactful.
This approach recognises the unique needs of professionals, offering a flexible learning experience that combines the benefits of physical classroom engagement with the accessibility of online resources.
This distinctive learning experience ensures that every concept, tool, and skill is relevant, hands-on, and immediately applicable in your role — both during and long after the programme.
This programme is level 1 of our Executive MBA! On top of lifelong learning with our EMBA participants and getting access to our international and top-level professors, you get the opportunity to fast-track your admission to the EMBA upon completion of your AMP.
Build and maintain your future long-term professional connections. Develop a network that extends beyond immediate opportunities, fostering relationships that not only endure but also evolve as your career progresses.
Top-of-the-line guests are also invited for additional workshops and sessions such as the Delta Series.
A new set of management skills
Improved leadership acumen
The art of dialogue
Learn to respond to the current market’s challenges while driving innovation and optimising organisational change.
Master the cross-functional management principles and gain a clear overview of the organisational challenges in several key functional areas.
Curriculum
Overview & Modules
The Accelerated Management Programme comprises 5 long weekends - spread over 5 months - of intensive general management training for working professionals with some or no previous training in management. It provides a broad-based, practical introduction to the main concepts and practices of management, combined with practical insight that is ready to be applied directly to the workplace.
Module 1
Global Economics & Market Dynamics
Gain a macro-level understanding of global economic forces, trade dynamics, and market trends to inform strategic business decisions in an interconnected world.
- Taught by Micael CASTANHEIRA
Module 2
Financial Analysis & Strategic Management
Explore how to craft and communicate a strategic vision that inspires and aligns diverse teams while building leadership capabilities to navigate complex organisational challenges effectively.
- Taught by Benjamin LORENT
Module 3
Human Agenda, Diversity & Global Leadership
Develop the skills to lead and collaborate across cultures, navigate global business complexities, and foster inclusive, high-performing teams.
- Taught by Frederique BILAY
Module 4
Strategic Leadership & Organisational Vision
Explore how to craft and communicate a strategic vision that inspires and aligns diverse teams while building leadership capabilities to navigate complex organisational challenges effectively.
- Taught by Jean-Pierre BIZET
Module 5
Strategic Marketing & Customer Insights
Delve into strategies for understanding customer behavior, leveraging data-driven insights, and creating impactful marketing plans that foster competitive advantage
- Taught by Virginie BRUNEAU
Faculty
Seasoned practitioners, passionate about their profession.
Your output
Learning Objectives
Emerge from the Accelerated Management Programme with an analytical mindset, a strategic toolkit, and leadership fundamentals to drive impact in a rapidly changing business world.

Foundational Leadership and Strategic Thinking
- Analyse complex organisational and market challenges to craft and communicate an initial strategic vision aligned with corporate objectives.
- Demonstrate collaborative leadership by engaging diverse teams, resolving conflicts, and fostering alignment towards common goals.
- Communicate strategic and financial insights clearly to both internal and external stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.

Analytical and Adaptive Decision-Making in a Dynamic Environment
- Apply critical thinking and data analysis to assess global economic trends, market dynamics, and organisational performance.
- Develop informed strategic and financial decisions to respond to changing market conditions and economic disruptions.
- Integrate customer insights and market data to adapt marketing and business strategies effectively.

Responsible Management and Inclusive Leadership
- Evaluate business and HR strategies considering ethical, diversity, and inclusion perspectives in multicultural contexts.
- Design HR and leadership practices that foster an inclusive and high-performing organisational culture.
- Apply an entrepreneurial and customer-oriented mindset to address evolving organisational and market challenges responsibly.
More tools under (y)our belt.
The pillars of learning
All learning experiences of the Accelerated Management Programme are built on core principles designed to provide maximum exposure to essential management concepts and the latest business trends. This foundation equips participants to understand everyday corporate challenges better and respond effectively to organisational needs.
Every module lasts over four intensive weeks. A dynamic mix of interactive online and on-campus lectures, case discussions, and collaborative exercises invites participants to tackle real-world problems, test new ideas, and strengthen both creative and critical thinking skills. Throughout the programme, a curated set of practical management tools and resources — including e-books, cases, articles, and online references — supports immediate application and serves as a lasting toolkit for future business decisions.
Academic Tools

Flipped Classroom
Foundational content — such as readings, videos, and expert lectures — is explored before class. This means classroom time is dedicated to high-impact discussions, real-world application, and collaborative problem-solving. The result: increased participation and deeper learning throughout every session.

Blended Learning
Each course combines flexible online activities with dynamic in-person sessions. This hybrid format supports different learning styles, encourages self-paced preparation, and ensures that valuable classroom time focuses on meaningful interaction and practical application.

Active Learning
Participants are at the heart of the learning journey. Through lively discussions, simulations, debates, and peer learning, active participation becomes second nature. This approach strengthens critical thinking, deepens understanding, and builds lasting knowledge.

Authentic Assessment
Assessments reflect the challenges encountered in real-world business settings. Whether developing a strategic plan, navigating a simulation, reflecting on personal leadership practice, or delivering a persuasive presentation, each task is designed to test practical application, not just knowledge.

Caroline Aelvoet
CEO
Benelux Sodexo Belgium
“I hold a legal position, and I wanted to broaden my vision of the company, to better manage its components and better assist it via the opinions I give. The content of the Accelerated Management Programme attracted me because of its very rich content, its international dimension, the quality of its participants, and the fact that it was perfectly compatible with my professional life. I’ve been able to put directly into practice what I learned there as part of Sodexo's global expansion. The Accelerated Management Programme has enabled me to better understand the philosophy behind this type of evolution and communicate it in a coherent way to my team.”

Marie Hurtgen
Senior Manager
SABIC Ventures
"In order to shift from a technical to a managerial position, I was looking for a general management training that was lacking in my scientific background (...).
The modules are taught by experienced people from the private sector. The Accelerated Management Programme provides you with numerous networking opportunities, an eye-opening experience on the possibilities ahead, and a sound basis in the pillars of management that I intend to develop in my career."
37
%
higher revenue per employee is achieved by organisations with highly effective senior leadership teams, proving that investing in advanced executive capabilities pays off in stronger business performance and sustainable growth.
(Source: Deloitte Human Capital Trends, 2023)
79
%
of executives say they need to reinvent their business models every three years or less to stay competitive.
(Source: Accenture C-suite Survey, 2024)
86
+
of CEOs cite a lack of leadership capabilities as a major barrier to future growth.
(Source: Deloitte Human Capital Trends, 2023)

What are the admission criteria?
To enter the programme, participants must hold a university degree and be proficient in English. Candidates are selected based on their application form and an interview.
Financial Aid
DISCOUNTS
- Early bird: Early bird applicants who submit their applications before the end of the early bird date will receive a discount on the tuition fees.
- Alumni of the Solvay Brussels School, Solvay Lifelong Learning, Université libre de Bruxelles and Vrije Universiteit Brussel benefit from a 10% discount on tuition fees.
- Ruling: Your tuition fees may be recognised by the Belgian authorities as professional expenses and could therefore be eligible for a deduction under personal income tax (IPP) and corporate tax (ISOC). This potential tax saving could cover up to 25% of your tuition fees. For more information, please contact us or visit the SPF website.
Important Note: Special offers (Early Bird, Alumni, 10.10.10) cannot be combined.
ACCELERATED ACCESS
- Complete our Accelerated Management Programme to benefit from a discount and directly access level 2 of our Executive MBA.
SUBSIDIES & FINANCIAL AIDS
Subject to renewal of the regional agreements
- Brussels region - Educational Subsidy: Self-employed, or employee working for SME in Brussels, under certain conditions, are entitled to an Educational Subsidy. You have to submit the subsidy application within 30 days of the start of the programme/module/course. (for more information: Economie-Emploi)
- Brussels region - Paid Training Leave: Paid educational leave allows workers (private sector) to train during the day or in staggered hours while retaining their salary. Employers receive reimbursement from Brussels Economy and Employment, based on certain criteria. The employee must submit the certificate of enrolment (specific certificate for educational leave issued by the school) to his employer within 20 days of the start of the course. This certificate must be delivered to the employer either by registered mail or with an acknowledgement of receipt. In case of a late registration after the launch of the programme at the latest within 8 days of the registration. (for more information: Economie-Emploi).
- Flanders region - SME Wallet: The SME e-wallet is oriented towards practitioners of ‘liberal professions’ and SMEs whose operational headquarters are located in the Flemish Region. You have to submit the subsidy application within 14 days of the start of the programme/module/course. (for more information: VLAIO)
- Wallonia region - Training Vouchers: Full or part-time employees from SME which has a maximum of 250 workers as well as self-employed. You have to submit the subsidy application within 14 days of the start of the programme/module/course. (for more information: Forem).
Certificate Awarded
At the end of this programme, you will obtain a university certificate.
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Bruno Wattenbergh
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Bruno is Senior Advisor and Ambassador for Innovation at EY and the Academic Director of the Solvay EMBA and Accelerated Management Programme. He is an expert in strategy, Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
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Marianna is the Content & Social Media Coordinator at Solvay Brussels School - Lifelong Learning.
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