Overview

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Duration: 12 Months
Credit Hours: 180
ECTS: 90
Level: HE7
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (Online/Onsite at different locations across the world including London, Morocco and KSA)

Overview

At the London Institute of Sustainable Development (LISD), the MBA programme delivers a forward-looking and academically rigorous postgraduate education designed for today’s dynamic global environment. The programme integrates core business disciplines-including management, finance, marketing, technology and artificial intelligence—with a strong emphasis on sustainability and responsible leadership.

Students engage in a structured learning journey that combines theoretical foundations with practical application through industry-relevant projects, real-time case studies and applied research. This ensures that graduates develop not only critical analytical and strategic skills but also the ability to apply their knowledge effectively in complex professional settings.

A key pillar of the LISD MBA is its alignment with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Learners are encouraged to embed the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their academic work, fostering a deep understanding of global challenges alongside business acumen. This approach ensures that graduates are equipped to contribute meaningfully to both organisational success and wider societal progress.

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

The LISD MBA stands apart through its uniquely integrated and purpose-driven approach to business education. Rather than treating academic study, professional development and global impact as separate elements, the programme brings them together into a single, cohesive experience.

A defining feature is its strong emphasis on structured mentorship and real-world engagement. Students benefit from direct interaction with industry professionals, enabling them to gain practical insights, build networks and develop career-ready competencies alongside their academic studies.

In addition, the programme places sustainability at its core, not as an optional theme but as a guiding principle. By embedding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into coursework, projects and research, LISD ensures that students consistently connect business decisions with global impact.

This combination of academic excellence, industry integration and a clear commitment to responsible leadership creates a transformative learning experience. Graduates emerge not only with advanced business knowledge, but with the vision, integrity and capability to lead change and deliver measurable impact in an increasingly complex world.

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Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate a critical and advanced understanding of global business environments, including the impact of digital transformation and sustainable management practices.
Apply strategic, analytical and data-driven approaches to enhance organisational performance, innovation and long-term value creation.
Lead with integrity and strategic vision, promoting ethical governance, inclusivity and corporate social responsibility.
Critically analyse complex business challenges by integrating perspectives from economics, technology and sustainability.
Drive innovation and digital transformation to improve operational efficiency, competitiveness and stakeholder value.
Develop and implement robust strategies for sustainable business growth and organisational resilience.
Communicate effectively and collaborate across multidisciplinary and cross-cultural teams.
Demonstrate professional leadership capabilities, including adaptability, emotional intelligence and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Contribute to SD by aligning organisational practices with the UN SDGs.

Learning Outcomes for Knowledge and Understanding

Demonstrate a systematic and critical understanding of business strategy, leadership theories and sustainable management practices.
Analyse the interrelationships between governance, economic systems, digital innovation and organisational performance.
Critically evaluate global business challenges and regulatory frameworks through the lenses of ethics, sustainability and corporate responsibility.
Integrate digital transformation, emerging technologies and data analytics into strategic decision-making processes.

Learning Outcomes for Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

Critically evaluate business strategies and organisational performance using evidence-based reasoning and analytical frameworks.
Apply strategic and innovative thinking to develop effective solutions to complex organisational challenges.
Synthesise multidisciplinary knowledge to inform ethical, sustainable and commercially viable decision-making.
Reflect critically on leadership practice to enhance personal effectiveness and organisational impact.

Learning Outcomes for Practical, Professional or Subject-specific Skills

Design and deliver applied consultancy projects or capstone initiatives addressing real-world business and sustainability challenges.
Lead and manage organisational change, particularly in the context of digital transformation and sustainable innovation.
Communicate complex ideas, strategies and data effectively to a range of professional and stakeholder audiences.
Demonstrate advanced leadership, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills in dynamic organisational contexts.

Learning Outcomes for Technical or Information Technology Skills

Apply digital tools, data analytics and emerging technologies to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Critically evaluate the impact of digital transformation, artificial intelligence and platform technologies on business models and organisational performance.
Effectively manage digital collaboration, communication and information systems in professional environments.

Learning Outcomes for Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

Communicate clearly, ethically and persuasively across corporate, entrepreneurial and policy contexts.
Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating inclusivity, cultural awareness and emotional intelligence.
Demonstrate self-awareness, resilience and adaptability in leadership and organisational settings.
Evidence a strong commitment to ethical governance, social responsibility and sustainable development.

Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

The programme provides comprehensive support to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience:

Academic Support – Online tutorials, workshops, and one-to-one guidance help students develop knowledge, research skills, and assessment strategies.
Technical Support – Access to the online learning platform, digital tools, and software enables effective study, data analysis, and assignment work.
Personal and Professional Development – Mentoring, career services, and skills workshops support leadership, employability, and professional growth.
Inclusive Learning Environment – Support is provided for diverse learning needs, including study skills, wellbeing, and accessibility accommodations.
Feedback and Continuous Improvement – Regular, constructive feedback on assignments, discussion contributions, quizzes, and presentations encourages reflective learning and academic progression.

Programme Structure

The programme requires successful completion of 180 credits at level HE7 including the capstone project for the award of MBA. The MBA at LISD prepares professionals to lead in a complex and rapidly evolving global environment. It blends rigorous academic study with practical application and global perspectives.

Component	Credits Hours
Core Modules	90
Specialisation Module	30
Capstone Project-Related to Specialisation	60
Total Hours	180

Core Modules Include

Component	Credits Hours
Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses	30
Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence	30
Module Three: Fundamentals of Business and Management	30
Module Four: Specialised MBA Pathway	30
Capstone Project -Related to Specialisation	60
Total Hours	180

EXIT POINTS

The programme includes exit points, allowing students to leave with a recognised qualification based on the number of credits completed:

Credits Completed	Qualification Awarded	Duration
60	Postgraduate Certificate Business Administration	3 months
120	Postgraduate Diploma Business Administration	6 months

Exit points provide students with formal credentials even if they do not complete the full programme, recognising the learning achieved up to that stage.

Components of Modules

List of Abbreviations

AI: Artificial Intelligence

DS: Data Science

DT: Digital Transformation

KM: Knowledge Management

UN: United Nations

PPP: Public-Private Partnership

SD: Sustainable Development

SDGs: Sustainable Development Goals

STI: Science, Technology and Innovation

VNR: Voluntary National Reviews

Module One

Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

Globalization, Development and Sustainability Transitions (Allam Ahmed)
Foundations of Sustainability and SD (Mohamed Hassan-Sayed)
Understanding the UN 2030 Agenda and SDGs (Petru Dumitriu)
The Global Market Place and Sustainability (Philip Kotler)
The AI Carbon Footprint: Data Centres, E-Waste, and Resource Scarcity (Rawad Hammad)

Module Two

Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

Digitisation and Digital Transformation (Miryem Salah)
KM and Knowledge-Based Economy (Allam Ahmed)
AI Transformation and Modernisation (Miryem Salah)
DS and ML: Predictive Modelling for Environmental Impact (Rawad Hammad)
Robotics and Autonomous Systems for Sustainable Manufacturing (Rawad Hammad)
FinTech and Digital Financial Systems for SD (Malgorzata Sulimierska)
Generative AI and the Future of Circular Economy (Rawad Hammad)
Creativity and Creative Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy (Ondřej Dvouletý)

Module Three

Fundamentals of Business and Management

Business Environment and Economics for Managers (Rocky Dwyer)
Accounting and Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers (Michael Busler)
Operations Management and Sustainable Supply Chains Management (Joseph Ntayi)
Marketing Management and Market Research for Decision-Making (Khalid Hasan)
Customer Experience, Personas and Expectations in B2C and B2B Contexts (Miryem Salah)
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-up Development (Ondřej Dvouletý)
Strategic Management in a BANI World (Lynette Louw)
Social Business, Ethics and Business Sustainability (Khalid Hasan)
Project Management and Business Process Improvement (Joseph Ntayi)
AI-Driven Analytics for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Reporting (Rawad Hammad)

MBA Specialisations

LISD offers a comprehensive suite of MBA specialisations that allow students to tailor their studies to their career aspirations. Every LISD MBA specialisation is crafted to deliver academic depth, practical application, and global relevance. Students graduate not only as business leaders but as catalysts for sustainable and ethical transformation in organisations and society.

Module Four

Specialised MBA Pathway

MBA Digital Transformation: DT, Data Analytics and Emerging Technologies
MBA in Climate Change Management: Climate Risk, Carbon Markets and Climate Finance
MBA in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): CSR Strategy, Ethics and Stakeholder Engagement
MBA Finance and Accounting: Financial Management, Accounting and Reporting Analysis
MBA in Investment Banking: Mergers and Acquisitions, Capital Markets and Financial Modelling
MBA in FinTech: FinTech Innovation, Digital Payments and Regulatory Frameworks
MBA in Insurance and Risk Management: Risk Assessment, Insurance Operations and Actuarial Analytics
MBA in Marketing: Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management and Marketing Strategy
MBA in Digital Marketing: Digital Marketing Strategy, SEO, Content and Campaign Analytics
MBA in Marketing Analytics: Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights and Predictive Modelling
MBA in Supply Chain Management: Supply Chain Strategy, Logistics and Procurement Management
MBA in Data Science: Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning and Big Data Management
MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: AI Strategy, Applied Machine Learning and Ethical Governance
MBA in Cybersecurity Management: Cyber Risk, Information Security Strategy and Compliance
MBA in Human Resource Management (HRM): Talent Management, Performance Systems and HR Analytics
MBA in Pharmaceutical Management: Pharma Marketing, Regulation and Supply Chain Management
MBA in Hospitality and Tourism Management: Hospitality Operations, Tourism Marketing and Service Quality
MBA in Agribusiness Management: Agribusiness Economics, Food Supply Chains and Sustainable Development
MBA in Energy Management: Energy Markets, Renewable Systems and Policy Regulation
MBA in Real Estate Management: Real Estate Finance, Valuation and Urban Development
MBA in Retail Management: Retail Strategy, Merchandising and Omnichannel Management
MBA in Media and Entertainment Management: Media Economics, Content Strategy and Digital Distribution
MBA in Sports Management: Sports Marketing, Event Management and Governance
MBA in Islamic Finance: Islamic Finance Principles, Banking Products and Risk Management
MBA in Women’s Leadership and Social Innovation: Inclusive Leadership, Social Innovation and Policy Impact

Capstone Project-Related to Specialisation

Key Stages of the Capstone Project:

Project Proposal: Develop a research or consultancy proposal addressing a real-world business challenge, with the topic aligned to your chosen MBA specialisation.
Literature Review: Critically evaluate relevant academic, policy and professional sources in the context of your specialisation, including strategy, digital transformation and sustainability.
Methodology: Design an appropriate research or consultancy approach, incorporating digital tools, data analytics and ethical considerations relevant to your field of study.
Data Collection & Analysis: Apply qualitative and/or quantitative methods to generate actionable insights specific to your specialisation.
Findings & Discussion: Interpret results and relate them to strategic, digital and sustainable business outcomes within the context of your specialisation.
Conclusions & Recommendations: Develop practical, evidence-based solutions to enhance organisational performance and create value relevant to your area of focus.
Dissemination: Prepare the project for professional presentation or publication, demonstrating impact, thought leadership and expertise in your specialisation.

Assessment

The MBA programme employs a diverse and integrated assessment strategy to evaluate students’ knowledge, cognitive abilities, practical competencies and professional development.

Assessment methods include:

Capstone Project: An independent, consultancy-style project requiring students to integrate and apply the knowledge, skills and competencies developed throughout the programme to address a real-world business challenge. This assessment demonstrates critical thinking, research capability, problem-solving and professional communication skills.
Assignments: Written coursework, including essays, case study analyses and applied research reports, designed to assess critical evaluation, strategic thinking and the application of theory to contemporary business contexts.
Discussion Forums: Structured online discussions and peer interactions used to evaluate engagement, reflective thinking and the ability to articulate, justify and debate ideas within a professional and collaborative environment.
Online Quizzes: Short formative and summative assessments designed to test knowledge, understanding and the application of key concepts across core areas of business and management.
Presentations: Individual and group presentations assessing professional communication, strategic insight, problem-solving and the ability to present complex ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

All assessments are conducted online and submitted through the programme’s official learning platform.

Assessment Policies

All assessments, including capstone Project, assignments, discussion forums, online quizzes, and presentations, are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, ensuring fairness, transparency, and academic integrity.
The programme uses a mix of formative and summative assessments to support learning, provide feedback, and allow opportunities for improvement.
Late submissions, plagiarism, and other forms of academic misconduct are managed through formal procedures and may affect progression or award classification.
Students are required to meet minimum performance standards across all modules and assessment types in order to achieve the overall qualification.

Grade Bands and Classifications

Final grades are awarded based on aggregated performance across assessments, using a percentage system at LISD.

LISD Grading System

Classification	Percentage Range	UK Grade	GPA (approx.)	Description
First Class (1st)	70–100%	A	4.0	Excellent/Outstanding
Upper Second Class (2:1)	60–69%	B+/A–	3.3–3.7	Very Good
Lower Second Class (2:2)	50–59%	B/B–	2.7–3.0	Good
Third Class (3rd)	40–49%	C	2.0–2.3	Satisfactory
Fail	Below 40%	F	0.0–1.9	Fail/Unsatisfactory

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Type	Weighting
Capstone Project	50%
Assignment	20%
Discussion Forum/Presentation	20%
Online Quiz	10%
Total	100%

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Capstone Project Assignment Rubric (50%)
Word Limit: 5000 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates comprehensive and systematic knowledge of the chosen topic, integrating relevant concepts from strategy, management, digital transformation and sustainability.
Application to SDGs	Effectively applies relevant UN SDGs, demonstrating clear alignment with sustainable and responsible business practices.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Provides in-depth analysis, critical evaluation and well-structured, evidence-based arguments to address a real-world business challenge.
Project Design and Methodology	Develops a clear and appropriate project design, including research approach, methods, tools and implementation strategy relevant to organisational or industry contexts.
Innovation and Problem-Solving	Demonstrates creativity and originality in proposing feasible, ethical and sustainable business solutions, including the appropriate use of digital technologies where relevant.
Structure and Organisation	Logically structured, including abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion and references, presented in Harvard referencing style.
Use of Sources	Draws upon a wide range of relevant academic, industry and professional sources, used accurately and consistently.
Academic Writing	Demonstrates clear, coherent and professional academic writing, with an appropriate tone and accurate referencing throughout.

Publication Opportunity:

Students achieving a mark of 70% or above in the Capstone Project may be invited to collaborate with the academic team to further develop their work for potential publication in a recognised WASD journal, subject to meeting the required academic and editorial standards.

Assignment Rubric (20%)

Word Limit: 2,500 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates clear knowledge of the subject and relevant business management, sustainability and leadership concepts.
Application to SDGs	Effectively links content to the UN SDGs, sustainability and leadership.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Shows logical analysis, evaluation and reasoned arguments.
Structure and Organisation	Well-structured with clear abstract, introduction, materials and methods, results, analysis, conclusion and references in Harvard style.
Use of Sources	Uses appropriate academic and professional references correctly.
Academic Writing	Clear, accurate and professional use of English.

Discussion Forum / Presentation – 20%

Discussion Forum

Criteria	Description
Participation	Demonstrates regular, timely and meaningful contributions to discussions.
Relevance	Contributions are relevant to the topic, business context and intended learning outcomes.
Engagement	Engages constructively with peers, demonstrating collaborative and reflective learning.
Critical Insight	Provides thoughtful, analytical and reflective contributions supported by evidence where appropriate.
Communication	Uses clear, respectful and professional written communication.

Presentation

Criteria	Description
Content Quality	Presents relevant, accurate and well-researched content within a business and management context.
Application to Practice	Effectively links theory to real-world organisational challenges, strategic decision-making and, where appropriate, sustainability considerations.
Clarity and Structure	Demonstrates a clear and logical structure with well-articulated key points.
Delivery	Communicates confidently, clearly and professionally.
Visual Aids	Uses slides or supporting materials effectively to enhance communication.

Online Quiz – 10%

Criteria	Description
Knowledge and Understanding	Demonstrates understanding of key concepts across core areas of business and management.
Accuracy	Provides correct and well-considered responses.
Time Management	Completes the assessment within the allocated timeframe.
Consistency	Demonstrates consistent performance across assessment attempts where applicable.

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

All assessments will be conducted online and must be submitted through the official online platform provided to students.
Clear instructions and submission deadlines will be communicated in advance.
Students are responsible for ensuring that all work is submitted in the required format and within the specified timeframe.

Target Participants

The MBA is a postgraduate degree that develops advanced knowledge and skills in business management, strategy and leadership. It equips professionals to make informed decisions, drive organisational performance and lead effectively in complex and dynamic environments.

The programme covers core areas such as strategic management, digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, sustainable business practices, corporate governance and global economic trends.

Graduates are prepared to lead with purpose, resilience and integrity, applying ethical, innovative and sustainable approaches to create long-term value for organisations and stakeholders.

Facilitators

The programme will be facilitated by the best experts from all over the world to provide participants within the public and private sectors worldwide with the best scientific and management solutions to implement effective public policy in their organisations to achieve the United Nations 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The facilitators will be on hand to guide you through the material and will expect you to bring personal experience and reflection on the topics covered. Group work will also be required for participants to engage in the workshop. Such activity allows participants to embed the new knowledge within their experience through active discussion and challenge.

Professor Rocky Dwyer (USA) is a Core Faculty Professor in the Doctor of Business Administration Program in the College of Management and Human Potential at Walden University, USA. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, UK; a Fellow of the Society of Management Accountants and a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. He is an award winning author, editor and educator, who has consulted and undertaken research to support social change for private, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in 30 countries to examine and validate Corporate Social Responsibility, Poverty Reduction initiatives, strategic organizational capacity to support social change, performance management and ethics. His research has been presented and published for conferences and symposiums in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, India, South America, Germany, the Russian Federation; and the Peoples Republic of China.

Professor Lynette Louw (Eastern Cape -South Africa) is the Raymond Ackerman Chair of Management and Deputy Dean, Faculty of Commerce at Rhodes University in Makhanda, South Africa. Her areas of speciality include Strategic Management, International Organisational Behaviour, Cross-cultural Management and SMEs/Entrepreneurship. She has taught and/or researched in the Netherlands, Germany, Uganda and China. Previously, Lynette was a member of the MBA Higher Education Quality Committee for the Council on Higher Education (CHE) in South Africa (2003 - 2004).

Dr Ondřej Dvouletý (Prague - Czech Republic) is Associate Professor at the Department of Entrepreneurship, Prague University of Economics and Business. His research focuses on heterogeneity of self-employment, entrepreneurship and SME policy evaluation and entrepreneurial economics. He is Associate Editor of the Journal of Small Business Management, Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies and Central European Business Review. Ondřej is also the Editor of the annual Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (IMES) conference.

Dr Malgorzata Sulimierska (UK) is a Senior Lecturer in Banking and FinTech at the Department of Business and Management for the University of Sussex Business School and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. She also has Oxford Fintech and Blockchain Qualifications from the University of Oxford, and a PhD in Financial Economics from the University of Sussex (UK). She is involved in research and teaching at numerous institutions, Lancaster University (UK), Catholic Leuven University (Belgium) and Loughborough University (UK). Her excellent teaching skills have been valued by several teaching awards, the BMEs Oscar Award for the Best seminar tutor, Excellence in Teaching Award and Student-Led Teaching Award. Her remarkable passion for teaching and discovering new areas of development guides her interests towards FinTech, Banking digitalization, Financial literature, Financial inclusions and political uncertainty.

Professor Michael Busler (New Jersey - USA) is a Professor of Finance at Stockton University in the USA. He has held positions at Pennsylvania State University, Delaware University, Rutgers University and Drexel University. He teaches courses in Corporate Finance, managerial economics and Entrepreneurship. Dr. Busler is a known expert in Public Policy and Economics. He has published more than 65 refereed journal articles and nearly 1000 opinion columns in major publications. In addition, he has given hundreds of interviews on both syndicated radio and on network tv stations.

Dr Gale Rigobert (Saint Lucia - Caribbean) is Former Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of St. Martin (USM), in the Dutch Caribbean. She is the former Minister for Education, Innovation, Gender Relations and Sustainable Development in Saint Lucia (2016-2021). Prior to becoming a parliamentary representative, a position she held on to for over nine (9) years (2011-2021), she was a government senator for a short period, which followed her role as advisor on national development to the Government of Saint Lucia (2010-2011). Dr. Rigobert was appointed Leader of the Opposition in 2013, the first woman to hold such office in the island of Saint Lucia.
Her career path has taken her through the hallowed walls of academia, with her career spanning several countries and institutions: The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago (2002-2010); SPRU, University of Sussex (2009), the United Kingdom; Anton de Kom University, Suriname (2009); the Interdisciplinary Global Development Centre (IGDC), University of York (2021-2022) and now the University of St. Martin.

Professor Dhiya Al-Jumeily OBE (Liverpool - UK) has 30+ years experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning. In 2020, Prof Al-Jumeily was appointed by her majesty “THE QUEEN to the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, “OBE- Ordinary Officers of the Civil Division of the said Most Excellent Order” for the “Services to Scientific Research”. Within healthcare field Prof Al-Jumeily developed SMART applications for disease diagnosis and management that are currently used by patients in the UK, UAE and Iraq. On the scientific community level, Prof Al-Jumeily established the eSystems Engineering Society (eSES) that has contributors from researchers and scientists at worldwide. The eSES activities include intelligent patient management system; datasets and databanks; DeSE annual and international conference; accredited professional courses; and the International Journal of Data Science and Advanced Analytics. On the research funding level, Prof Al-Jumeily attracted more than £7.5M of funding and published >350 publications.

Professor Allam Ahmed (London - UK) is a Professor of Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development; Co-Founder of SMART KM MODEL: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence and led the implementation of the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa Knowledge Management Framework Musharaka. Founding President of WASD; SDGs Universities Initiative; Middle Eastern Knowledge Economy Institute; Fellow Faculty of Public Health, UK; Fellow Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK; and Fellow Academy of World Business, Marketing and Management Development, Australia. Prior to QMUL, Prof. Ahmed spent 15 years at the University of Sussex Science Policy Research Unit (1st science and policy think tank in the UK) where he established and led Sussex’s most successful postgraduate programme MSc International Management.

Professor Luisa Maure (Panama City - Panama) is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Natural, Exact, and Technology Sciences of the University of Panama. With a Bachelor's in Mathematics (UP), a Master's in Mathematics and its Didactics (UAEH, México), and a PhD in Didactics of Mathematics and Experimental Sciences (University of Barcelona), she has dedicated her career to transforming mathematics education. She leads the GIEM21 research group, fostering innovation in teacher training and inclusive education. As president of the APANAC Congress 2023 and a member of Panama’s National Research System (SNI-SENACYT), she promotes science for development. Her work aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in quality education (SDG 4) and gender equality (SDG 5). She has collaborated internationally to advance educational policies and was honored with the title Cavaliere of the Order of the Star of Italy for her contributions to science diplomacy and academic cooperation.

Professor Joseph Ntayi (Kampala - Uganda) is a Professor at Makerere University Business School and served as the former Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Energy, and Management Sciences at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), a position he relinquished in July 2023. Prior to this, he held several notable positions within the institution, including Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Management Science, Head of the Department of Marketing, Procurement, and Logistics Management. With over three decades of dedicated service to Makerere University, Makerere University Business School, and the government of Uganda, Prof. Ntayi has made significant contributions across various roles in Development Finance, Foreign Trade, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Development Economics, and Strategic Management. Prof. Joseph M. Ntayi is a luminary in both the academic and professional spheres, celebrated for his profound impact as an international scholar, insightful consultant, and pioneering social entrepreneur. Prof. Ntayi has co-authored more than 200 articles for internationally acclaimed journals, covering a wide range of research interests including Development Finance, Development Economics, Microfinance, Energy Economics, Public Sector Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics, Public Sector Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Positive Psychology, and Public health. In February 2021, 2022, January 2023, and January 2024, Prof. Ntayi received prestigious accolades from the International Scientific Scholars Forum, recognizing him as one of the top scholars in the world and acknowledging his excellence in Business & Management and Strategic Management. Furthermore, he has been recognized as the leading Strategic Management Scientist in Uganda and the Second most prominent in this field across Africa.

Miryem Salah (London - UK) is the director for Digital, Data & AI Transformation, Managing Director for the MSP sales channel of Vodafone Business IT hubs at VodafoneThree.Having led on major transformation across IT, digital, data, analytics and AI globally in private, public sectors. Miryem operates at the intersection of strategy, execution, culture, and impact-the space where she has consistently delivered the greatest value. She brings end‑to‑end ownership: setting direction, aligning capital and talent, and taking full accountability for outcomes. Her experience spans sectors and geographies, with leadership across the full enterprise agenda. Miryem brings strong financial and commercial acumen, with deep expertise in capital allocation, business case development, operating model design, and benefits realisation. She has led complex, multinational organisations through change under pressure-modernising infrastructure, integrating cultures, and delivering measurable improvements in customer experience, efficiency, and profitability. Building high‑performing, inclusive leadership teams with clarity, pace, and accountability. She is deeply committed to sustainability, diversity, and developing future leaders. Miryem is known for authentic leadership, decisive action, and strong stakeholder engagement at the shareholder, board & investor level.

Professor Philip Kotler (Chicago - USA) is widely regarded as the "Father of Modern Marketing" - is an acclaimed American marketing author, consultant, and professor emeritus. He served as the S.C. Johnson Distinguished Professor of International Marketing (Emeritus), Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. Known for popularising the concept of the marketing mix, Kotler has authored over 80 books, including Marketing Management and the Principles of Marketing.

Professor Doaa Salman (Cairo - Egypt) is an esteemed Professor of Economics at the Faculty of Management Sciences at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts and a well-respected authority in the academic community. Her expertise lies in several fields of research, including Managerial Finance, Financial Institutions Management, International Economics and Trade Agreements, Money & Banking, International Banking, Feasibility Studies, Public Finance, inclusive growth, development, Health Economics and digital transformation and sustainability. She is a master of commonly used statistical tools and computer software used for cost and revenue analysis, and econometric applications such as SPSS, Stata, R, etc. She is the chief editor of the MSA-Management Sciences Journal and her research has appeared in several prestigious journals, including Economics and Policy, International Journal of Finance & Banking Studies, International Journal of Green Economics, International Journal of Development and Conflict, and Journal of Economics.

Professor Manuel Frutos-Perez (Cambridge - UK) is the Chief Academic Officer at the digital division of Cambridge Education Group. He leads the strategic planning process across a wide portfolio of Higher Education partnerships, with a focus on international market intelligence, academic excellence, and outstanding learner support. He is also a Visiting Professor in Online Education and Digital Innovation at the University of Hull, UK, and a Visiting Professor in Digital Learning at the Academic Practice Directorate, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK. Manuel is an international technology expert promoting the advancement of learning and teaching in Higher Education, and regularly delivers thought leadership keynotes at international events.

Professor Roubina Juwaheer (Mauritius) is currently a Professor of Marketing at the Department of Management, Faculty of Law and Management. She served as the Pro Vice- Chancellor (Planning and Resources) of the University of Mauritius from 2014-2017 and Dean of the Faculty from 2008-2011. As an Academic, she has several years of experience in marketing, tourism and hospitality in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean Islands and extensive teaching, industrial and consulting experience in the marketing, hospitality and tourism field. Her additional research interests include green marketing, ecotourism, service quality, customer satisfaction, advocacy for women and children, CRM and health care management. Prof. Juwaheer has also been awarded the title of ‘Africa’s Most Influential Women 2016 in Business and Government’ both at Country and Regional levels in the field of Tertiary Education Sector (Academic) in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean Region (IOC) in August 2016 by the CEO Global magazine, a media magazine that has during the previous years focused on Africa’s leading talent and sharing their success stories.

Dr Rawad Hammad (London - UK) is a computer scientist with 20 years of experience in academic research, teaching, industry and leadership. Research interests include the use of Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and disruptive technologies for Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL), e-health and Smart Cities. His expertise lies in the application of innovative technologies from Artificial Intelligence, Semantics, Business Process Management, and Data Management in multi-disciplinary application domains including TEL and e-health. Rawad is the leader of two MSc Programmes and a Technology-Enhanced Learning Research Group. He is also co-director and co-founder of a newly established Smart Health Centre at the University of East London. Moreover, Rawad has been working on large-scale collaborative EU and international projects such as: DECUMANUS, TRANSFER and SmartTech which established collaboration with international partners from UK, Japan, Germany, Finland, the EU and the Middle East. Moreover, Rawad delivered a few keynote speeches and received a considerable number of research awards, the latest was the outstanding paper 2021 by Emerald Publishing. He is an executive committee member of the international society of Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED), and a panel member of different research journal/conference communities such as EC-TEL, IARIA, WASD, MEKEI, in addition to IEEE, ACM.

Professor Arshi Naim (London - UK) is recognised among the Top 2% Scientists globally by Stanford University and Elsevier, is a distinguished academic with over 23 years of experience in business management, digital marketing, higher education, quality assurance, and academic leadership. A prolific researcher, she has published 115+ Scopus-indexed papers in high impact journals and contributed to academic books with leading publishers such as Wiley, Springer, Elsevier, Emerald, Taylor & Francis, IGI Global, Nova Science, and Bentham Science.

Professor Liisa Laakso (Helsinki - Finland) Liisa Laakso has acted in different national and international positions of trust including the Finnish Government’s Research and Innovation Council. Currently she is member of the Human Rights Committee of the Council of Finnish Academies. Before joining the Nordic Africa Institute she served as the Rector of the University of Tampere and before that as the Dean at the University of Helsinki, Faculty of Social Science. She was a professor and UNESCO Chair at the University of Jyväskylä in 2004, in the field of Development and International Cooperation.

Ambassador (Ret) Dr Petru Dumitriu (Geneve - Switzerland) is a Former Ambassador and Permanent Observer of the Council of Europe to the United Nations in Geneva. Currently Senior Fellow and Lecturer on Multilateral Diplomacy postgraduate courses, Diplo Foundation/University of Malta. Former member of the United Nations Joint Inspection Unit and Editor of numerous reports including: Strengthening the policy research uptake in service of the 2030 Agenda for SD, Role of PPPs in the Implementation of Agenda 2030, Knowledge Management in the UN System

Dr Khalid Hasan (Toronto - Canada) is a Canadian marketing scholar, author, and researcher specialising in sustainability, global strategy, and market research. A Harvard-trained strategist, he has authored, co-authored, and edited seven books, including The New Sustainability Edge (2025) (with the Father of Modern Marketing Professor Philip Kotler). His other publications include Strategic Marketing Management in Asia (2026) and Marketing Practices in Developing Economies (2009). Professor Hasan teaches Sustainability, Marketing, and Human Resource Management in North America and South Asia and serves as CEO of ResInt Canada and President of ResInt Sustainability Institute. With over 35 years of experience, including senior leadership roles at Nielsen, he has led research for the World Bank, the U.S. Department of State, USAID, UNICEF, and major global multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies. He is also a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International.

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To register/enquire about this course and all our various comprehensive list of courses and workshops and if you have any question and/or if you would like to request a training workshop/program not listed in our portfolio please contact our Academic Director Professor Arshi Naim at: arshi@wasd.org.uk with a copy to admin@wasd.org.uk.

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Included in the course fee, the following learning materials will be provided:

Admission to all sessions.
All overhead slides (PDF).
Case studies (print and video).
Full access to WASD Sustainability Library including all volumes of World Sustainable Development Outlook book series.
Certificate of completion.

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The New Sustainability Edge

A landmark guide on how sustainability has shifted from an optional add-on to a core competitive strategy. Kotler and Hasan show how businesses of every size can embed environmental and social responsibility into their DNA — not just to do good, but to drive lasting growth and outpace the competition.

Philip Kotler & Khalid Hasan

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Organization Diagnosis, Design, and Transformation

Practical guide built around the Baldrige Excellence Framework, helping organizations systematically assess their current state, redesign their structure, and lead successful transformation. Now in its Fifth Edition (updated for 2011–2012), it walks leaders through strategy creation, decision-making, feasibility assessment, and the full strategy development process using a structured, step-by-step approach.

John Latham & John Vinyard

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The 13 Key Performance Indicators for Highly Effective Teams

Practical leadership guide that identifies and explores 13 specific, measurable indicators that distinguish high-performing teams from average ones. It provides managers, team leaders, and HR professionals with a clear framework to diagnose team health, track performance, and implement targeted improvements. Drawing on real-world research and case studies, the book covers areas like communication, trust, accountability, and collaboration.

Allam Ahmed, George Siantonas & Nicholas Siantonas

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Smart KM Model: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence

presents a comprehensive and integrated framework for implementing Knowledge Management (KM) across organizations. The book guides leaders and practitioners through a structured model for capturing, sharing, and leveraging organizational knowledge to drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable excellence. It bridges theory and practice, making it highly relevant for executives, policy makers, and academics looking to embed a smart knowledge culture within their institutions.

Allam Ahmed & Mohamed Elhag

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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