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Overview

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Youth Leadership and Sustainability

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

Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Youth Leadership and Sustainability (MBA YLS) at the London Institute of Sustainable Development is a postgraduate programme designed to empower emerging and forward-thinking leaders to drive inclusive, ethical, and sustainable transformation across global organisations and communities.

Rooted in the principles of responsible leadership, innovation, and aligned with the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the programme combines advanced management education with a strong emphasis on youth empowerment, social innovation, and sustainable business practices. It enables students to develop critical expertise in strategic leadership, organisational transformation, entrepreneurship, and ethical governance, while strengthening their ability to apply data-driven insights and digital innovation to complex global challenges.

Learners gain a deep understanding of the intersection between youth leadership, sustainability, and organisational performance, with a focus on fostering inclusive cultures, promoting civic engagement, and creating long-term value for society and stakeholders. The programme equips students to evaluate and respond to global economic, social, technological, and environmental challenges, integrating principles of sustainability, innovation, and inclusion into strategic planning, policy development, and organisational growth.

Graduates emerge as confident, socially responsible, and ethically grounded leaders, prepared to lead sustainable initiatives, inspire positive change, and guide organisations and communities towards resilient and inclusive futures. They are equipped to balance economic growth with social and environmental responsibility, contributing meaningfully to a more sustainable, equitable, and innovation-driven global economy.

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

At LISD, the MBA YLS offers a transformative learning experience that integrates strategic leadership, innovation, organisational development, entrepreneurship, and global engagement within the context of empowering young leaders and advancing sustainable development. Distinct from traditional postgraduate programmes, this course combines advanced management principles with youth-centred leadership strategies, ethical business practices, sustainability, digital transformation, and responsible governance to provide a cohesive and practice-oriented learning journey.

Aligned with the principles of inclusive leadership, youth empowerment, and the UN 2030 Agenda and its 17 SDGs, the programme equips students to address real-world challenges by developing innovative organisational strategies, leveraging emerging digital technologies, and applying data-driven insights to enhance performance while promoting social responsibility, resilience, and sustainable growth.
Purpose-driven and globally focused, the MBA YLS prepares graduates with the strategic vision, cultural awareness, ethical grounding, and leadership capabilities required to shape organisations, communities, and industries that are inclusive, innovative, and sustainable. Graduates are equipped to lead meaningful change, inspire future generations, foster collaborative and resilient environments, and contribute to a more equitable and sustainable global economy.

Related Sustainable Development Goals
  • SDG9
  • SDG17
  • SDG16
  • SDG15
  • SDG14
  • SDG13
  • SDG12
  • SDG11
  • SDG10
  • SDG4
  • SDG8
  • SDG7
  • SDG6
  • SDG1
  • SDG5
  • SDG2
  • SDG3
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London Institute of Sustainable Development (LISD), London, United Kingdom

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  • SDG7
  • SDG6
  • SDG1
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What will you learn

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of global leadership challenges, youth empowerment, sustainability, and ethical business and management practices within a rapidly evolving global context.
  2. Apply strategic, analytical, and data-driven approaches to enhance organisational performance, innovation, entrepreneurship, and long-term sustainable value creation.
  3. Lead with integrity and strategic vision, promoting ethical leadership, youth engagement, responsible governance, inclusivity, and corporate social responsibility within organisational and business practices.
  4. Critically analyse complex organisational and societal challenges by integrating insights from youth leadership, sustainability, digital technologies, and global economic and social dynamics.
  5. Drive innovation and organisational transformation to improve inclusivity, stakeholder engagement, operational effectiveness, competitiveness, and social impact.
  6. Develop and implement effective leadership and business strategies that support sustainable growth, organisational resilience, youth participation, and inclusive development in dynamic global environments.
  7. Communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and diverse cultural, social, and professional contexts, fostering inclusive and participatory workplaces.
  8. Demonstrate professional leadership capabilities, including adaptability, emotional intelligence, resilience, creativity, and a commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
  9. Contribute to sustainable and inclusive development by aligning leadership practices and organisational strategies with the UN SDGs and principles of youth empowerment and social inclusion.

Knowledge and Understanding

  1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of youth leadership, inclusive management practices, entrepreneurship, and ethical decision-making within a global business context.
  2. Analyse the interrelationships between youth empowerment, responsible governance, digital innovation, and organisational performance in shaping sustainable and inclusive business outcomes.
  3. Critically evaluate global organisational and societal challenges, including regulatory frameworks, youth policies, and inclusion strategies, through the lenses of ethics, sustainability, and corporate responsibility.
  4. Integrate principles of digital transformation, emerging technologies, and data analytics into strategic leadership and organisational decision-making processes to drive sustainable and inclusive growth.

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

  1. Critically evaluate leadership strategies and organisational performance using evidence-based reasoning and advanced analytical approaches.
  2. Apply strategic and innovative thinking to design effective youth-led solutions for complex organisational, ethical, and sustainability challenges.
  3. Synthesise multidisciplinary perspectives, including youth studies, leadership theory, digital technologies, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, to inform ethical and commercially viable decisions.
  4. Reflect critically on leadership practice within inclusive and sustainable organisational contexts to enhance personal effectiveness and organisational impact.

Practical, Professional or Subject-Specific Skills

  1. Design and implement applied consultancy projects or capstone initiatives addressing real-world leadership, organisational, youth, and sustainability challenges.
  2. Lead and manage organisational change initiatives, with a focus on digital transformation, youth engagement, inclusive leadership, and sustainable innovation.
  3. Communicate complex leadership insights, strategies, and data effectively to diverse professional audiences, communities, and stakeholder groups.
  4. Demonstrate advanced leadership, negotiation, entrepreneurial, and stakeholder engagement skills within dynamic organisational and global contexts.

Technical or Information Technology Skills

  1. Apply digital tools, data analytics, and emerging technologies to support strategic leadership, innovation, and organisational decision-making.
  2. Evaluate the impact of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and platform-based technologies on organisational strategy, entrepreneurship, business models, and performance.
  3. Manage digital collaboration, communication, and information systems effectively to enhance organisational effectiveness, youth engagement, and stakeholder participation in professional environments.

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

  1. Communicate clearly, ethically, and persuasively across corporate, entrepreneurial, community, and policy contexts.
  2. Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating inclusivity, cultural awareness, creativity, and emotional intelligence in organisational settings.
  3. Demonstrate self-awareness, resilience, adaptability, and innovation in leadership roles within dynamic global business environments.
  4. Evidence a strong commitment to ethical governance, social responsibility, youth empowerment, and sustainable development aligned with the UN SDGs.
Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

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

  1. Academic Support – Online tutorials, workshops, and one-to-one guidance help students develop knowledge, research skills, and assessment strategies.
  2. Technical Support – Access to the online learning platform, digital tools, and software enables effective study, data analysis, and assignment work.
  3. Personal and Professional Development – Mentoring, career services, and skills workshops support leadership, employability, and professional growth.
  4. Inclusive Learning Environment – Support is provided for diverse learning needs, including study skills, wellbeing, and accessibility accommodations.
  5. 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 the successful completion of 180 credits at HE7, including a Capstone Project, for the award of the MBA YLS. It prepares professionals to lead effectively in today’s complex and rapidly evolving global business environment, combining rigorous academic study with practical application, interdisciplinary learning, and a strong emphasis on inclusive leadership, gender equality, and sustainable development.

Component Credit Hours
Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses 30
Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence 30
Module Three: Youth Leadership Practice and Applied Management Systems 30
Module Four: Youth Leadership Policy, Inclusion, Advocacy and Organisational Change 30
Capstone Project 60
Total Credits 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 Youth Leadership and Sustainability 3 months
120 Postgraduate Diploma Youth Leadership and Sustainability 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

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

  1. Globalization, Global Market Place, Development and Sustainability Transitions
  2. Foundations of Sustainability and SD
  3. The Evolution of the Concept of Development in the History of the UN System and the UN 2030 Agenda
  4. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Strategies
  5. Human Capital for Sustainability: Education and Health Systems
  6. Climate Governance, Environmental Risk, and Corporate Sustainability
  7. Energy Transition: Renewable Energy and the Nuclear Debate
  8. The AI Carbon Footprint: Data Centres, E-Waste, and Resource Scarcity
  9. Sustainable Urban Development, Heritage and Tourism
  10. Accounting and Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

  1. Digitisation and Digital Transformation
  2. Digital Development, Government Transformation and Digital Skills
  3. The Emergence of International Norms on AI and Ethics
  4. AI for SD and SDGs Achievement
  5. Generative AI and the Future of Circular Economy
  6. DS and ML: Predictive Modelling for Environmental Impact
  7. Robotics and Autonomous Systems for Sustainable Manufacturing
  8. FinTech and Digital Financial Systems for SD
  9. Creativity and Creative Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy
  10. KM and Knowledge-Based Economy

Module Three: Youth Leadership Practice and Applied Management Systems

  1. Business Model Design and Value Proposition Development in Youth-Led Enterprises
  2. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in Service and Youth Organisations
  3. Office Administration and Operational Support Systems in Organisations
  4. Entrepreneurial Planning and Startup Operations Management
  5. Sales Management and Revenue Generation Strategies in Organisation
  6. Supply Chain Fundamentals and Logistics Coordination in Small Organisations
  7. Performance Measurement and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Systems
  8. Conflict Management and Negotiation in Organisational Settings
  9. Financial Planning, Budget Control, and Resource Allocation in Organisations
  10. Strategic Marketing Planning and Consumer Behaviour Analysis

Module Four: Youth Leadership Policy, Inclusion, Advocacy and Organisational Change

  1. Theories and Models of Leadership in Contemporary Youth-Focused Organisations
  2. Inclusion, Equity, and Youth Empowerment: Concepts, Frameworks and Global Perspectives
  3. Power, Bias, and Structural Inequality in Organisations and Institutions
  4. Leadership for Inclusive and Participatory Organisational and Educational Cultures
  5. Policy Development and Youth-Responsive Governance Frameworks
  6. Advocacy Strategies and Stakeholder Engagement for Inclusion and Empowerment
  7. Leading Organisational Change for Diversity, Inclusion, and Youth Participation
  8. Measuring Impact: Inclusion Metrics, Youth Outcomes, and Accountability Frameworks
  9. Ethical Leadership, Social Justice, and Responsible Decision-Making in Practice
  10. Case Studies in Transformational Leadership, Inclusion, and Institutional Reform

Module Five: Capstone Project

Key Stages of the Capstone Project: (Allam Ahmed and Arshi Naim)

  1. Project Proposal Development: Develop a focused research or consultancy proposal addressing a youth leadership, organisational development, entrepreneurship, or sustainability issue within a local, national, or global context.
  2. Literature Review: Critically evaluate key academic, policy, and industry sources related to youth leadership, sustainability, innovation, organisational management, and inclusive development practices.
  3. Methodology Design: Select appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative research methods using ethical research principles and relevant digital and analytical tools.
  4. Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyse data to explore youth engagement, leadership effectiveness, organisational performance, community impact, and sustainability outcomes.
  5. Findings and Discussion: Interpret results in relation to youth leadership practices, organisational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development objectives.
  6. Conclusions and Recommendations: Present clear, evidence-based recommendations for improving youth participation, leadership practice, organisational resilience, and sustainability performance.
  7. Publication and Dissemination: Prepare the project for professional, policy, community, or academic dissemination, demonstrating practical impact in youth leadership and sustainable development.
Assessment

Assessment Strategy

The MBA YLS at LISD employs a diverse and integrated assessment strategy designed to evaluate students’ knowledge, cognitive abilities, practical competencies, and professional development within the context of inclusive leadership, youth empowerment, ethical management, and sustainable global business practices.
Assessment methods include:

  1. Capstone Project: An independent consultancy-style project requiring students to integrate and apply knowledge, skills, and competencies developed throughout the programme to address a real-world leadership, youth development, or sustainability challenge. This may involve organisational transformation, youth empowerment initiatives, sustainable business strategy, or inclusive innovation. The project demonstrates critical thinking, research capability, problem-solving, ethical awareness, and professional communication.
  2. Assignments: Written coursework, including essays, case analyses, and applied research reports, designed to assess critical evaluation, strategic thinking, and the application of theory to contemporary youth leadership practices, inclusion strategies, sustainability challenges, and global business contexts.
  3. Discussion Forums: Online contributions and peer interactions used to evaluate engagement, reflective thinking, and the ability to articulate, justify, and debate ideas within leadership, sustainability, and diverse professional environments, with a focus on youth participation and inclusive dialogue.
  4. Online Quizzes: Short formative and summative assessments to test knowledge, understanding, and the application of key concepts in leadership, sustainability, responsible governance, digital transformation, youth empowerment, and global strategy.
  5. Presentations: Individual or group presentations to assess professional communication, strategic insight, problem-solving, and the ability to present complex leadership and sustainability ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including organisational and community stakeholders.

All assessments are conducted online and submitted through the official learning platform provided to students.

Assessment Policies

  1. 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.
  2. The programme uses a mix of formative and summative assessments to support learning, provide feedback, and allow opportunities for improvement.
  3. Late submissions, plagiarism, and other forms of academic misconduct are managed through formal procedures and may affect progression or award classification.
  4. 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
Distinction 70–100% A 3.7–4.0 Excellent
Merit 60–69% B 3.3–3.6 Very Good
Pass 50–59% C 2.7–3.2 Satisfactory
Fail Below 50% F 0.0–2.6 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 Rubric – 50%
Word Limit: 5,000 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria Description
Understanding of Topic Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the chosen youth leadership or sustainability topic, integrating inclusive leadership principles, youth empowerment, ethical management, digital transformation, and contemporary global business concepts.
Application to Inclusion, Youth Empowerment & SDGs Effectively applies principles of youth empowerment, inclusion, ethical leadership, and relevant UN SDGs, demonstrating alignment with responsible and sustainable organisational practices.
Analysis and Critical Thinking Provides in-depth analysis, critical evaluation, and well-reasoned arguments addressing a real-world leadership or sustainability challenge, including organisational change, youth participation, diversity and inclusion, or sustainable strategy.
Project Design and Methodology Develops a clear, structured, and appropriate research or consultancy design, including methodology, tools, and implementation strategy relevant to youth leadership and sustainability contexts.
Innovation and Problem-Solving Demonstrates creativity and originality in proposing feasible, ethical, and inclusive solutions, including sustainable innovation and organisational transformation strategies.
Structure and Organisation Well-structured with clear abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion, and Harvard-style references.
Use of Sources Uses a wide range of relevant academic, industry, and professional sources accurately and consistently.
Academic Writing Clear, coherent, and professional use of English with appropriate academic tone and accurate referencing.
Presentation and Communication Effectively communicates findings and recommendations in a structured, professional, and industry-relevant manner suitable for academic and organisational audiences.

Publication Opportunity: Students who achieve a score of 70% or above in the Capstone Project may be invited to develop their work further for potential publication in the World Journal of Youth and Sustainable Development (WJYSD), a recognised academic outlet dedicated to research on leadership, empowerment, and sustainable development globally, with a focus on inclusion, youth and women in developing countries, subject to academic, ethical, 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 youth leadership, inclusion, sustainability, and relevant business concepts.
Application to Inclusion & SDGs Effectively links content to principles of inclusion, ethical leadership, youth empowerment, and the UN SDGs.
Analysis and Critical Thinking Shows logical analysis, evaluation, and well-reasoned arguments grounded in leadership and sustainability theory and practice.
Structure and Organisation Well-structured with clear abstract, introduction, analysis, conclusion, and Harvard-style references.
Use of Sources Uses appropriate academic and industry sources accurately and effectively.
Academic Writing Clear, accurate, and professional use of English with appropriate academic tone and referencing.

Discussion Forum / Presentation – 20%

Discussion Forum

Criteria Description
Participation Regular, timely, and meaningful contributions to youth leadership and sustainability discussions.
Relevance Contributions are relevant to youth empowerment, inclusion, ethical leadership, and sustainability contexts.
Engagement Responds constructively to peers, demonstrating collaborative and respectful academic dialogue.
Critical Insight Demonstrates reflective, analytical, and ethically grounded contributions to discussion topics.
Communication Clear, respectful, and professional written communication in line with academic and ethical standards.

Presentation

Criteria Description
Content Quality Relevant, accurate, and well-researched content within a youth leadership and sustainability context.
Application to Practice Effectively links theory to real-world leadership challenges, youth empowerment initiatives, and sustainable organisational strategy.
Clarity and Structure Logical flow with clearly communicated key points and structured argumentation.
Delivery Confident, clear, and professional communication appropriate for academic and organisational audiences.
Visual Aids Effective and professional use of slides or supporting materials enhancing clarity and engagement.

Online Quiz – 10%

Criteria Description
Knowledge Recall Demonstrates understanding of key youth leadership, inclusion, sustainability, and global business concepts.
Accuracy Provides correct responses reflecting understanding of theoretical and applied knowledge.
Time Management Completes assessment within allocated time effectively.
Consistency Maintains consistent performance across all quiz components.

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

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

The MBA YLS is a postgraduate degree that provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary leadership, organisational management, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development within global business and community environments. It equips professionals and emerging leaders with strategic, analytical, and people-centred leadership capabilities to make informed decisions and lead effectively within complex and rapidly evolving international contexts.

 

The MBA YLS at the London Institute of Sustainable Development integrates principles of youth empowerment, inclusive leadership, innovation, and ethical governance alongside the UN SDGs, with a strong emphasis on responsible decision-making, sustainable organisational practice, and long-term social and economic value creation. Students explore areas such as strategic leadership, organisational development, project and operations management, entrepreneurship, workplace wellbeing, stakeholder engagement, sustainability practice, and youth-responsive organisational strategies.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Samia Melhem (Washington - USA) is a Lead Policy Specialist at the World Bank’s Digital Development and AI Vice Presidency, based in Washington DC. She manages digital government transformation operations, leveraging technologies to improve delivery of public services in all sectors. She is currently leading a large digital government investment project portfolio, and regional research on Digital Skills for Jobs; as well as AI’s impact on the digital economy. During her career at the WBG, Samia managed digital transformation projects/operations in East and Central Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa. She authored several publications on Telecoms Policy and Regulation, Digital government, Digital Economy, Digital Capabilities and Skills, Cloud computing, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Open data, PPP, and Bridging the gender digital divide. In May 2025, Samia received an award from the Arab League for her Digital Economy work in the MENA region. In addition to her current role at the World Bank, Samia started teaching at George Washington University.

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.

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.

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

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

 

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