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Leadership & Management

Executive Presence and Leadership Impact

Executive presence is the combination of confidence, clarity and credibility that makes others listen and follow. This course helps leaders strengthen how they show up in meetings, presentations and difficult conversations: communicating with authority, managing pressure, building a personal brand and influencing senior stakeholders authentically.

5 days Classroom or live online English
Smart Horizon Certified - Global Leadership Consultants
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Technical excellence alone rarely earns a seat at the top table. You will learn how others perceive you and how to increase your impact without losing authenticity.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

Video-recorded practice, feedback from peers and facilitators, self-assessments, role plays with senior stakeholders and personal coaching plans.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the components of executive presence
  • Assess how others perceive your leadership style
  • Communicate with clarity, brevity and confidence
  • Manage composure under pressure and challenge
  • Influence senior stakeholders and boards
  • Build a credible personal leadership brand
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Senior managers preparing for executive roles
  • Directors and heads of department
  • High-potential leaders
  • Technical experts moving into leadership
  • Women and men in leadership development programmes
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Confident communication
  • Influence
  • Composure
  • Personal branding
  • Stakeholder management
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1What Is Executive Presence

  1. 09:00–10:08Gravitas, communication and appearance
  2. 10:08–11:00How first impressions form
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45How first impressions form (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Self-assessment and feedback
  6. 12:53–14:00Exercise: personal presence profile

Day 2Communicating with Authority

  1. 09:00–10:08Clear and concise messages
  2. 10:08–11:00Voice, posture and pace
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Voice, posture and pace (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Storytelling for leaders
  6. 12:53–14:00Video practice and feedback

Day 3Composure Under Pressure

  1. 09:00–10:08Handling tough questions
  2. 10:08–11:00Managing emotions and stress
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Managing emotions and stress (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Disagreeing constructively
  6. 12:53–14:00Role play: challenging meeting

Day 4Influencing Senior Stakeholders

  1. 09:00–10:08Understanding executive priorities
  2. 10:08–11:00Building alliances
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Building alliances (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Presenting to boards
  6. 12:53–14:00Simulation: board briefing

Day 5Personal Brand and Plan

  1. 09:00–10:08Defining your leadership brand
  2. 10:08–11:00Visibility and networking
  3. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  4. 11:30–11:45Visibility and networking (continued)
  5. 11:45–12:53Sustaining progress
  6. 12:53–14:00Personal development plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

Find a session that works for you.

Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

London 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Rome 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Dubai 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Vienna 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Rome 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
Confirmed dates
£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Vienna 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Dubai 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Rome 17 May - 21 May 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 17 May - 21 May 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Dubai 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
London 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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