Leadership, Innovation and Global Expansion in Defence

Going global in the defence sector

Leadership, Innovation and Global Expansion in Defence programme offers a comprehensive understanding of the defence innovation landscape to companies who are aiming to expand internationally within the defence industry.

By addressing the current challenges, emerging opportunities, and effective strategies, the programme opens new ways for companies to capture opportunities and growth in the international NATO markets.

This programme is designed for senior leaders and decision-makers from defence-focused organisations looking to grow internationally and enhance their strategic and leadership capabilities.

And, for leaders of companies developing technologies that have both commercial and defence applications, and who aim to penetrate or enter the international markets within the defence space.

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At a glance

This programme is tailored to meet the unique and strategic needs of leaders in defence and dual-use companies, as well as those guiding organisations entering these markets.

Through an immersive and practical approach, participants will gain

a comprehensive understanding the structure and dynamics of defence markets, particularly in the UK and the US.
hands-on guidance for transitioning technologies from commercial markets to operational use in defence.
an influential network of leaders from the defence and investment communities.
a robust toolkit to address real-world challenges and drive rapid growth.

Key facts

Next start

June 2025

Course length

7 months

Fee

€8,900 (+VAT) *20% discount for groups of 2-5 from the same organisation

Suitable for

Leaders and decision-makers from defence-focused and technology organisations

Location

Finland, UK, US, Online

Content & Schedule

Beginning with an overview of the latest trends in the defence landscape, the programme content emphasises

strategic thinking
technological innovation
leadership
risk management
geopolitical and regulatory challenges.

Additionally, the programme provides practical, end-to-end support to guide technologies from the commercial market to operational deployment within the defence space.

Teaching combines practical insights, case studies, and leadership frameworks to address real-world challenges.

The programme is delivered through a 6-month period and includes

3x workshops
continuous Go-to-market support,
immersion trip to the US
2x masterclasses

Webinar | Navigate & Succeed in Global Defence Markets

This webinar explores the evolving defence innovation landscape, highlighting current challenges, emerging opportunities, and strategies for companies to drive growth in international NATO markets.

The DDE, in collaboration with Henley Business School, presents the Leadership, Innovation & Global Expansion in Defence programme, designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed for international expansion and successful go-to-market execution. During the webinar, you’ll hear from programme faculty member and professor in Leadership David Pendleton, who will discuss people and capability challenges in the defence sector and how to sustain long-term business performance.

Programme Fee

The programme fee is 66 380 DK (+VAT)* **

* The fee excludes all travel & accommodation:

Delegate package at Henley, the UK ~1865 DK + VAT/day
Delegate package in the US, TBC

^{** Section 40 of the Finnish Value Added Tax Act will be amended as of 1 May 2022 so that education services provided by a foreign university in Finland will be subject to VAT 25,5 %. Following the amendment, Henley Business School Finland must alongside with other foreign universities operating in Finland add a VAT 25,5 % on its sales invoices.}

20% discount of the full fee is available for groups of 2-5 people from a company.

Henley alumni are eligible for a 10% discount for the programme tuition fee.¹

^{1 This discount cannot be combined with any other offers.}

Registration

Once you have reserved your spot, we will send you a confirmation email. Invoice will be sent to you separately at a later date.

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Going global in the defence sector

This programme is brought to you by
Digital Defence Ecosystem and Henley Business School.

At a glance

Key facts

Content & Schedule

Your world-class experts

Dr Peter McManners

Xenia Wickett

Professor Kevin Money

Dr Peder Greve

Dr John Chessher

Professor David Pendleton

Webinar | Navigate & Succeed in Global Defence Markets

Programme Fee

Registration

Going global in the defence sector

This programme is brought to you byDigital Defence Ecosystem and Henley Business School.

At a glance

Key facts

Content & Schedule

Your world-class experts

Dr Peter McManners

Xenia Wickett

Professor Kevin Money

Dr Peder Greve

Dr John Chessher

Professor David Pendleton

Webinar | Navigate & Succeed in Global Defence Markets

Programme Fee

Registration

This programme is brought to you by
Digital Defence Ecosystem and Henley Business School.