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The Oxford Adaptive Leadership

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

The Oxford Adaptive Leadership

Developing Adaptive Leadership Skills to Navigate Complexity, Lead Change, and
Strengthen Organisational Performance

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Mar 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
18 - 22 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
29 Jun - 03 Jul 2026 Milan $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 London $ 5,950
14 - 18 Sep 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
09 - 13 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Rome $ 5,950
14 - 18 Dec 2026 Paris $ 5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
18 - 22 Jan 2027 Barcelona $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Amsterdam $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 Online $ 3,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

In today’s complex and rapidly changing business world, traditional leadership approaches are no longer sufficient to address the unpredictable challenges organisations face. The Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course equips participants with the mindset, strategies, and skills needed to lead through complex change and ambiguity with resilience and confidence. Participants explore theories and practices that distinguish adaptive leadership from conventional models by focusing on flexibility, innovation, and the ability to thrive despite uncertainty. Through this course, leaders learn how to develop organisational capacities to learn and change culture while embracing new technologies and divergent thinking.

Over five days, participants examine how adaptive leaders manage conflict, take risks, engage diverse perspectives, and build teams that can pivot effectively when confronted with complex dilemmas. Emphasis is placed on applying adaptive leadership techniques to strengthen decision-making, foster innovation, and inspire others to contribute actively to transformation initiatives. The Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course prepares professionals to handle complex organisational dynamics and lead teams that are resilient, flexible, and committed to continuous improvement.

Skills & Competencies

From this Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Adaptive leadership mindset
  • Change navigation capability
  • Strategic decision-making in complexity
  • Innovation and experimentation skills
  • Team empowerment and resilience
  • Cultural and organisational learning facilitation

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course, you will learn to:

  • Harness adaptive leadership thinking to navigate complexity.
  • Apply strategies that support organisational learning and change.
  • Make effective decisions in situations with high ambiguity.
  • Empower teams to innovate and adapt.
  • Translate adaptive practices into sustainable organisational results.

How You Will Learn

Participants learn through a blend of theory and practical application focused on adaptive leadership principles. The learning process emphasises reflective thinking, group discussions, analytical frameworks, and scenario-based exploration of real-world challenges. Emphasis is placed on translating insights into behavioural changes that strengthen resilience, collaborative problem-solving, and agility within teams and organisations.

Who should Attend?

This training course is ideal for professionals who are leading teams through change, managing complexity, or responsible for sustaining organisational performance in uncertain environments.

This Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Managers and Leaders implementing change processes
  • Department Heads involved in complex change
  • Strategic decision makers
  • Team Leaders faced with change implementation
  • Leaders seeking sustainability amid uncertainty
Course Outline
Day 1

Building Capacity

This day focuses on developing the attitudes and organisational capacities needed to support adaptive leadership. Participants explore culture change, openness to new ideas, and creative climates that enable adaptation. The topics covered will include:  

  • Change the culture
  • Adapt to new technology
  • Developing the right attitude
  • Characteristics of adaptive leadership
  • Openness to new ideas
  • Leading a creative climate
Day 2

Decisions Making & Problem Solving

This day emphasises how leaders make decisions in the face of complexity and incomplete information. Participants explore tools and thinking patterns that help manage multifaceted challenges. The topics covered will include:  

  • Uncertainty - many facts may not be known.
  • Complexity - you must consider many interrelated factors.
  • High-risk consequences - the impact of the decision may be significant.
  • Divergent and diverse thinking
  • Interpersonal issues - it can be difficult to predict how other people will react.
  • Tools and techniques in decision making
Day 3

Risks and Experimentation

This day develops strategies for handling risk, prioritisation, experimentation, and structured improvement. Participants learn to balance deliberate action with innovation and trial approaches. The topics covered will include:  

  • Goal setting and prioritization
  • Deliberate vs. experimental approaches
  • Formalizing trial and error methods for improvement and innovation
  • Planning for implementation
  • Organizing for implementation
  • Test phases and pilot projects
Day 4

Adapting to Change

This day focuses on equipping leaders with tools and techniques to manage change and resistance, build shared vision, and empower others to act. The topics covered will include:  

  • Creating a vision to change
  • Managing the principles of change
  • Dealing with resistance
  • Managing the four states & reactions to change
  • Tools & techniques to assist the change process
  • Empowering people to act
Day 5

Develop the Team

This day strengthens team-level capabilities around respect, potential recognition, conflict handling, and performance feedback that supports growth and engagement. The topics covered will include:  

  • Earn their respect
  • Help them to recognize their true potential
  • Making individuals feel valued and respected
  • Factors in team development
  • Dealing with conflict in teams
  • Giving feedback for improved performance
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers and Associations

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In Association With

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Options & Brochure

Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house allows organisations to tailor adaptive leadership principles and strategies to their specific challenges and cultural contexts. Customisation supports leaders in applying adaptive techniques directly to real organisational scenarios, enhancing readiness, engagement, and transformation capability.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Oxford Adaptive Leadership training course:

  • Enhanced ability to lead through complexity
  • Improved organisational learning and culture
  • Stronger decision-making under uncertainty
  • Higher levels of innovation and experimentation
  • Empowered, resilient teams
  • Increased organisational agility and readiness
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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

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