1. A broad perspective for improved management
Middle Management Programme
Even an experienced manager needs weapons: tools, Added value for you and your company
concepts and a network. The Middle Management
Programme gives you the chance to transcend the Leader
perspective offered by your function. As a result, you will The programme helps you strengthen your leadership
be able to deliver more to your organisation. qualities and management skills.
For whom? Manager
You will know how to align the different functional and
• You have at least 8 years of professional experience of cross-functional management domains.
which at least 4 years of management experience.
• In addition to your own expertise, you seek to develop a Strategist
more generalist view of management. You will be able to make a larger contribution to the
strategic process thanks to your newly acquired know-how
You are a manager with international management in strategic management.
responsibilities? If so, make sure to check out our
International Management Programme (please refer to
page 8).
A source of inspiration for the future
" I was very impressed with the different modules; they
affected the way I think and were undoubtedly a source of
inspiration for the future. The opportunity to step out of
my comfort zone and get acquainted with other sectors,
management methods and concepts was a unique experience.
The programme provided me with a new and fresh outlook on
management. “
Vjera Somers - Operational Manager, NTGent

2. Programme design Meet your faculty
You will be amazed by our keenness for practice. Departing from well-founded Your time is precious. The programme
theory, we illustrate it with practice-based examples, case studies and exercises. therefore features only the very best
In these cases you test the knowledge shared by the faculty against your own lecturers who draw from their rich
experience. Brainstorming sessions with other participants provide you with a experience in their field of expertise.
fresh perspective on issues and solutions. During the programme we also set up Their strong academic foundation allows
with you a personal development plan. them to establish valid connections
with practical applications. Both Vlerick
The Middle Management Programme is the ideal setting for you to optimise faculty members and lecturers from other
your learning potential, share experiences and expand your network. The business schools invite you to join them
residential character of the programme, involving both formal and social on a fascinating journey of discovery.
evening activities, will promote exchanges.
PRACTICAL INFO
Each participant comes from a different background, which guarantees a unique
forum for discussions on sectors and departments. An opportunity for you to Dates and venues
question your own working methods and step out of your comfort zone. 21 days (7 modules of 3 days)
October 2012 - September 2013
January 2013 - February 2014
May 2013 - May 2014
Leadership & Knowledge Various locations in Belgium
people skills pillars
Language
Dutch
Personal Development Plan
Management & Global business
Leadership awareness
Fee
business project
Programme fee: € 11,945 (excl. 21% VAT).
Strategic € 1,950 (excl. 21% VAT) seminar costs and
Team management
management € 1,700 (excl. 21% VAT) hotel costs (B&B).
Operations &
HR management
process optimisation
Strategic marketing
Negotiation
& innovation
Financial management
Change management
& cost accounting
Business simulation
apply now!
Please see Practical Info on the following
page, or visit:
www.vlerick.com/mmp

3. PRACTICAL INFO
Registration
Executive General Management MBA programmes
Register online at Register online at
www.vlerick.com/generalmanagement www.vlerick.com/mba
We want to be sure that you are choosing the Ready to join us?
programme that best suits your wishes and profile. The entry test is mandatory, but it
This is why we kindly ask you to fill out a motivation guarantees that all participants strive
form first. Please send it in; we will then contact you to for excellence.
conduct an interview by telephone or in person.
Your certificate Your degree
One good turn deserves another. You are an active You are entitled to an MBA degree if you
participant? Well, then, you are entitled to a certificate succeed for the examinations and your final
from Vlerick Business School. project.
Our team is here for you Our team is here for you
Sihame Ghaddab
Hannelore Waterschoot Recruitment & Admissions Manager
Group Product Manager MBA
T: + 32 9 210 97 30 T: + 32 9 210 98 28
hannelore.waterschoot@vlerick.com sihame.ghaddab@vlerick.com
Rian De Bruycker
Programme Advisor Financial benefits for you?
T: + 32 9 210 98 84
rian.debruycker@vlerick.com • Only for General Management programmes:
10% special reduction for paying members of
Vlerick Alumni.
• Only for MBA degrees: loans and grants
(www.vlerick.com/mba).
• SME portfolio: subsidies for Flemish SMEs.
• Vlerick Social Profit Grants for organisations active in
the social profit sector.
Find more info on www.vlerick.com/benefits
Vlerick Alumni
If you successfully complete a long-term
General Management Programme or an
MBA degree programme, you can join
the Vlerick Alumni Network, a worldwide
network of over 16,000 alumni in over 100
countries.