SENIOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

Senior management can often be solitary work. IPADE’s Senior Management Programs offer participants the opportunity to connect with peers who have similar experiences and responsibilities and encourages the exchange of ideas and solutions. In addition to their cutting-edge educational content, IPADE program participants can network and form powerful, long-lasting friendships.

Senior executives look to IPADE to perfect their leadership and business skills. The AD-2, AD, D-1, ADe, Corporate Management & Leadership Program, and SME Acceleration Program help prepare you to effectively manage change and drive innovation.

Over the course of the programs, you will have the opportunity to work with a team to assess and resolve almost 140 real-life business challenges. In a participatory and dynamic educational environment, you will be encouraged to discuss potential solutions with your peers from other sectors, share your experience, and learn from others. IPADE’s Senior Management Programs are grounded in academic excellence and human-centered leadership that focuses on dignity, wellbeing, and ethics as a key indicator of success within the  business and society at large.

EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (AD-2)

The AD-2 Program is designed for CEOs and business owners with at least 10 years of operational experience at large, well-established companies.
The program is focused on refining and perfecting the skills necessary at the highest level of leadership. The AD-2 Program will help improve your ability to assess situations, establish appropriate policies and action plans, build and sustain leadership, and establish a better understanding of your organization.

Format: In-Person Weekly
Duration: 8 months
Campuses: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara

Contacts

Mexico City

Ana Teresa Magaña Chavolla
anamagana@ipade.mx

Monterrey

Gabriela Silva
ga.silva@ipade.mx

Guadalajara

Karen Seifert Camarena
kseifert@ipade.mx

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COMPANIES

GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (AD)

The AD Program is designed for CEOs or business owners with at least five years of operational experience at large companies.
This program will help you accelerate and boost your leadership skills and drive growth and success.

Format: In-Person Weekly
Duration: 8 months
Campuses: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara

PAN-REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (AD-R)

The AD-R Program is an intensive program designed to accommodate the busy schedules of top executives, with sessions held every three weeks. The academic program and the faculty are the same as the weekly AD Program.
Due to its more flexible format, business leaders from different states regularly participate in the program, enriching and encouraging networking with business communities in other regions.

Format: In-Person Intensive
Duration: 10 months
Campus: Mexico City

Contacts

Mexico City

Ana Teresa Magaña Chavolla
anamagana@ipade.mx

Monterrey

Gabriela Silva
ga.silva@ipade.mx

Guadalajara

Karen Seifert Camarena
kseifert@ipade.mx

MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (D-1)

Designed for functional managers with at least three years of experience reporting directly to the CEO or to Area Heads within large companies. This program is also appropriate for CEOs from smaller companies.
The D-1 Program will help you develop a holistic vision of company operations, as well as the skills necessary to fulfill your management responsibilities.

Format: In-Person Weekly
Duration: 8 months
Campuses: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara

PAN-REGIONAL MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (D-1R)

The D-1R Program is an intensive program designed to accommodate the busy schedules of top executives, with sessions held every three weeks. The academic program and the faculty are the same as the weekly D-1 Program.
Due to its more flexible format, business leaders from different states regularly participate in the program, enriching and encouraging networking with business communities in other regions.

Format: In-Person Intensive
Duration: 9 months
Campus: Mexico City and Guadalajara

Contacts

Mexico City

Ana Teresa Magaña Chavolla
anamagana@ipade.mx

Monterrey

Gabriela Silva
ga.silva@ipade.mx

Guadalajara

Karen Seifert Camarena
kseifert@ipade.mx

SME ACCELERATION PROGRAM (aceler@D)

The SME Acceleration Program is focused on supporting the growth of small and medium business leaders. This program offers SME leaders the opportunity to study how to effectively implement the strategies, structures, controls, and human resources necessary to grow and scale, while also supporting the development, stability, and continuity of these smaller businesses.
This program is targeted to young entrepreneurs that are interested in scaling their business and ensuring that they have the skills necessary to continue to effectively lead the organization as it grows.

Format: Hybrid (online and in person)
Duration: 5 months
Campus: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara

BLENDED GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (ADe)

The ADe Program focuses on seven key areas to perfect your management skills, develop your decision-making skills, encourage flexibility and open-mindedness, and build the character you’ll need to make executive decisions.
This program is designed for CEOs, business owners, and board presidents, as well as high-impact social entrepreneurs and next-generation family business owners. The ADe Program offers an opportunity to connect with and learn from other business owners and executives and facilitates sharing ideas and connecting with business communities in other regions.

Format: Hybrid (online and in person)
Duration: 6 months
Campuses: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara

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CORPORATE MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

This program is targeted to corporate executives whose functional role is expanding significantly and who have a minimum of seven years of experience, at least three at the management level.
The program offers a comprehensive personal and professional development opportunity focused on peer exchange and learning, as well as interactions with experts and a focus on practical management tools and strategies.

Format: Online
Duration: 7 months
Campuses: Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara