University of Glasgow launches executive education programmes to tackle leadership, menopause and workplace inclusion

The University of Glasgow has launched new leadership training designed to help organisations address some of today’s biggest workplace challenges, including menopause, neuroinclusive leadership, artificial intelligence and women’s leadership development.

Developed by the university’s Adam Smith Business School, in collaboration with employers across Scotland, the executive education portfolio has been shaped around the skills and capabilities organisations say they need most to support their people, improve performance and navigate workplace change.

The portfolio includes four flagship programmes:

• Menopause Ready: Lead. Protect. Perform, which explores menopause through the lens of occupational health and safety, helping organisations strengthen employee support while managing workplace risk.
• Adaptive Leadership: EQ and Neuroinclusivity, focused on developing emotionally intelligent and neuroinclusive leadership skills.
• AI for Productivity and Growth, providing leaders with practical guidance on using artificial intelligence to improve productivity and decision-making.
• The LeadHERship Retreat, an immersive leadership development programme designed to build confidence, resilience and networks for women leaders.

Professor Anthony Devine, Deputy Head of Adam Smith Business School, said the programmes were designed to bridge the gap between academic research and practical workplace application. “These programmes have been designed to bring cutting-edge research into practical settings, helping businesses adapt and learn in ever-changing times,” Devine said.

Alongside open-enrolment courses, organisations will also be able to work directly with the School to develop bespoke executive education programmes tailored to their workforce and strategic priorities.

Recognising that cost can be a barrier to professional development, the business school has introduced tiered pricing, with discounted rates for charities, SMEs and University of Glasgow alumni.

The executive education portfolio forms part of the school’s wider partnership strategy, which aims to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry while supporting workforce development and organisational performance across Scotland.