Enrollment
At the latest four weeks before your first program module starts.
Delivery mode
Live online
Rolling intake, can be completed in 12–24 months.
Frequency
Location
Live online
Language
English
Scope
6 modules (4 core modules + 2 elective modules)
Global Leader Flex – Graduate Diploma in Management
Skills and Confidence for Managing Across Functions in a Global Context
Global Leader Flex is a flexible general management program designed to align with your personal development goals and schedule. It strengthens business acumen, strategic thinking, leadership capabilities, and professional confidence in a global context.
Whether you seek a standalone management boost or a modular path to further qualifications, the program delivers a rigorous, MBA-level learning experience in a flexible format—ideal for professionals seeking to accelerate their leadership growth.
Up to six Global Leader Flex modules (27 ECTS credits) can be transferred from the Global Leader program to the Aalto Executive MBA or Aalto MBA program.
Start
Fee: € 10,980 (+VAT)
The Early Bird fee of € 10,980 (+ VAT) is valid until August 1, 2025.
The normal program fee is € 12,200 (+ VAT).
Join from anywhere with live online or face-to-face sessions, plus the flexibility to start at any module. Self-paced learning builds foundational knowledge, ensuring deeper engagement in class.
Action learning projects and case studies help participants to apply insights directly to business challenges for immediate impact.
Interactive discussions and group work connect professionals from diverse industries, fostering valuable insights and relationships.
Benefits
This program is crafted to strengthen participants’ leadership capabilities and personal competencies. It provides a broad understanding of critical management topics, with a focus on the international business landscape.
For
The Global Leader Flex program is designed for professionals seeking to develop leadership growth, strategic decision-making skills, and global business acumen.
Example of a Participant in This Program: The Ambitious Future Executive
Alex Tan is an ambitious professional aiming to transition into regional or global leadership roles. With 5+ years of experience in industries such as finance, tech, consulting, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs), Alex seeks to develop strategic leadership, financial acumen, and global business expertise to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced market. The biggest challenges include balancing learning with a demanding career, navigating international business growth, and gaining confidence in financial decision-making.
Contents and Schedule
Global Leader Flex follows an applied, executive-level learning approach, allowing professionals to apply their knowledge immediately. Its modular structure includes four core modules and two electives, with the flexibility to start at any module. Electives are available within the program and can also be selected from Aalto EMBA and MBA offerings. Each module is worth 4.5 ECTS study credits. The program will be delivered live online.
The program is geared towards practical, hands-on learning by using case studies and real-world exercises to complement theories. The instruction methods enable the integration of theory and practice. A typical learning module consists of self-paced online learning, pre- and post-assignments, lectures, discussions, case studies, and group work.
All Global Leader Flex study modules can also be taken as stand-alone programs.
Program Structure
Pre-module period of 2-3 weeks
Individual preparation through self-paced online learning and pre-readings and assignment(s).
Two-day live online module
Intensive contact learning session with instructor and peers.
Post-module period
Take-home assignment: Action learning project
Modules
Global Strategy
Schedule
September 26–27, 2025
Location
Live online
This module equips participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of international markets. Participants will develop a global mindset by exploring the challenges and opportunities of competing across borders. They will also learn to master strategic decision-making by applying proven frameworks that drive sustainable competitive advantage in a global context.
Instructor: TBC
Marketing and Brand Management
Schedule
November 14–15, 2025
Location
Live online
This module provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of how to build and manage brands in an increasingly competitive and globalized market. Participants will develop a global mindset by examining the dynamics of marketing across diverse markets and cultures. They will also gain practical tools to make strategic marketing decisions that enhance brand value and support long-term business success.
Instructor: TBC
Financial Decision-Making
Schedule
January 2026 (2 days)
Location
Live online
This module builds a strong foundation in financial literacy, enabling participants to interpret financial statements and key performance metrics with confidence. Through real-world applications, participants will learn to make data-driven decisions that support business growth, enhance value creation, and effectively manage financial risks.
Instructor: TBC
Organizations and Transformation
Schedule
March 2026 (2 days)
Location
Live online
This module equips participants to lead impactful organizational change and drive agility in a dynamic business environment. It emphasizes the importance of fostering high-performance cultures by aligning people, processes, and strategies to ensure long-term, sustainable success.
Instructor: Risto Sarvas, Professor of Practice, Head of the Information Networks Program, Aalto University
Elective: AI and Digital Business
Schedule
May 2026 (2 days)
Location
Live online
This module explores how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are transforming industries and redefining traditional business models. Participants will develop a strategic perspective on leveraging AI and digital tools to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and support data-driven decision-making. The module also covers critical ethical considerations and future trends that leaders must understand to stay ahead in the digital economy.
Instructor: TBC
Elective: Innovation Management
Schedule
July 2026 (2 days)
Location
Live online
This module provides a solid foundation in key innovation concepts, exploring different types of innovation and their role in driving organizational success. Participants will learn how to enhance competitiveness, accelerate time-to-market, and build innovation capabilities that support long-term growth.
Instructor: TBC
Elective Modules
As a full program participant of Global Leader Flex, you may also replace the existing two elective modules from a large selection offered onsite in the Global Leader, Aalto EMBA, and Aalto MBA programs. You can choose your favorites from a selection of more than 15 topics.
Elective modules available include, for example:
- Corporate Entrepreneurship
- Design Thinking
- Digital Strategy and Transformation
- Leading with Impact
- Leading for Creativity
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Power and Influence
- International Study Tours
International Study Tours
Study tours take participants to locations such as Yale and Harvard in the USA. The study tour program includes lectures by academics, usually related to the different topics within a broad theme of leadership. A study tour typically consists of four full days of learning and extracurricular activities uniquely available on campus. There is a separate registration process and a separate fee for study tours.
Program Fee and Registration
Program Fee
The Early Bird fee of € 10,980 (+ VAT) is valid until August 1, 2025.
The normal program fee for the Global Leader Flex program is € 12,200 (+ VAT).
Enhance the organizational impact of the training by joining with colleagues or your team. Contact us and ask for a group fee.
All Global Leader Flex modules can also be taken as stand-alone programs for an individual fee of € 2,700 (+ VAT) each.
VAT is applicable to private persons and Finnish companies.
Registration
Register for the whole program at the latest four weeks before your first module starts.
Global Leader Flex Stand-Alone Modules
You can also register for individual stand-alone Global Leader Flex modules for an individual fee of € 2,700 (+ VAT) each. You can find the module descriptions in the Contents and Schedule section on this same page.
When you add the first module to your order, you will automatically be redirected to the registration form. If you wish to register for and add other modules to your order, please return to this page and add the other modules you have selected to the cart.