Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard"

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Start- and course dates

January 8, 2026

Tilburg Campus

Duration

6 months

Fees

€ 16500 (exempt from VAT)

Language

English

Full time/part time

Part-time

Diploma

Certificate

Study trip

Course details:

Make your business future-proof by identifying opportunities early on

How can you ensure your organization remains resilient amid constant changes and uncertainties in the global market? The program Strengthening Organizational Resilience “EMBA Standard” helps you develop a global, systemic perspective on the business environment. This program challenges you to see your familiar landscape through a new lens, enabling you to identify emerging opportunities and threats that others might overlook — and respond proactively.

The highlight of this program is the unique business trip to Rwanda, where you will be immersed in the country's business climate as a consultant to local entrepreneurs.

By participating in this program, you will go through one of the four tracks of TIAS's leading EMBA program. You will learn, discuss and collaborate with participants taking the full Executive MBA.

Participant Profile

This program is designed for senior and executive managers looking to deepen their strategic insights and expand their global perspective.. You are ready to view your familiar business environment through a new lens, and want to learn how to recognize opportunities and risks more effectively and earlier than others. You have solid work experience and are 1-2 levels below your organization's C-suite in your current position.

Admission Requirements

We aim for groups of motivated participants who are like-minded. That way, we guarantee top-level education. The same admission requirements apply to this program as to TIAS' Executive MBA program

We ask:

At least 5 years of relevant work experience, including at least 3 years in a management position.
A relevant prior education at the bachelor's, master's or PhD level.
Taking the TIAS Competency Test for participants without a PhD or university master's degree.

Why Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard" at TIAS School for Business & Society?

Financial Times top-ranked business school for executive and in-company education.
All lecturers are top experts from academia and the business world.
Directly applicable scientific and practical knowledge.
Flexible programs tailored to your needs.

Sharpen Your Global Awareness & Competitive Edge

By participating in the program Strengthening Organizational Resilience “EMBA Standard”, you grant yourself the privilege of a broader view and greater grasp of the global business context. This enables you to see opportunities and threats earlier and more sharply than the competition, so you can act proactively rather than react.

The content of the program fully corresponds to the program component of the TIAS's leading Executive MBA. In other words, with this program you bring your global business awareness to Executive EMBA level without having to take the complete Executive MBA program.

What does this program get you?

Master cutting-edge knowledge in microeconomics, macroeconomics, systems thinking, and emerging markets
You will apply the knowledge gained directly in your own organization thanks to hands-on assignments and practical tools.
During the concluding business trip to Rwanda in which you will work as a consultant for a Rwandan entrepreneur:
- connect all the knowledge, insights and skills gained.
- experience what it's like to do business with local entrepreneurs under totally different circumstances.
- you will get a clear and detailed picture of the challenges and opportunities of doing business in emerging markets.
- lands the realization that business & society are undeniably intertwined.
You'll develop a broad and integrated view of the global business context, enabling you to spot opportunities for competitive advantage more quickly.
You will develop the skills to lead a future-proof business in a dynamic world.
You expand your network by joining the EMBA participant group that goes through the entire EMBA, and meet like-minded people who face the same problems and issues as you in their practice.

The Executive Master of Business Administration, of which this program is a part, is rated 9.3. Curious about this full program? Find out more here.

Content Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard"

The program spans five months, including four intensive lecture weekends (3 days each) and a 5-day business trip to Rwanda.

During the college weekends, the following themes take center stage.

Micro Economics - Understanding Market Mechanisms for Strategic Decision Making
You will develop a keen microeconomic perspective so you can recognize patterns early on. This enables you to respond strategically to opportunities, and manage risks.

Macroeconomics - Strategies for Sustainable Success in a Dynamic World
You will learn to better understand, and strategically anticipate, the major macroeconomic forces that shape markets and industries.

Doing Business in a Complex World - Navigating a VUCA Environment
Diving deeper into Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA) systems develops your ability to strategically deal with complex dynamics and seize opportunities.

Doing Business in Emerging Markets - Opportunities in Emerging Economies
You will delve into the unique context of emerging markets. This will enable you to proactively anticipate new competition and identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Leadership Workshops
During the lecture weekends, you will attend two workshops that will help you effectively translate the insights from the lectures to your organization. Good leadership will ensure that what you learn does not remain abstract, but actually makes an impact in practice.

Inclusive Leadership
Intercultural Competence

5-day business trip Rwanda
You will conclude this program with a business trip to Rwanda. This is an exploration of how organizations operate in emerging markets. In Kigali, you will meet Rwandan entrepreneurs who will help you move forward with your acquired knowledge and expertise. Thanks to maximum immersion in a totally different world, this business trip will be forever ingrained in your fibers.

Time investment and certificate

'The program has a lead time of 5 months in which you participate in 4 lecture weekends of 3 days and a business trip of 5 days. The course load is 16-18 hours per week.

Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate of attendance. This may eventually count toward an Executive MBA degree, if you complete all 4 EMBA tracks and complete your final project (Capstone).

Dates and locations Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard"

In the table below, you will find the next starting date of Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard". If you intend to participate in the full EMBA program, there may be an earlier start date available for you. Check the next starting date of the EMBA here.

Name	Location	Start date
Strengthening Organizational Resilience	Tilburg Campus	January 8, 2026

Costs Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard"

The costs of Strengthening Organizational Resilience "EMBA Standard" are € 16500 (exempt from VAT).

The program includes:

Enrollment, registration and administration costs
Required literature, textbooks and course materials
Catering packages (lunch, coffee/tea and soft drinks) during lecture periods, meals during residential sessions
Overnight accommodations including breakfast*
The substantive program of the international study trip**
Access to the online learning environment

* Accommodation during residential overnight sessions enables you focus all your attention on your studies. The Program Adviser can give you further information on the benefits of overnight accommodations as well as cost savings if you decide not to.

** Travel expenses for the international module are not included.

How do you finance your education?

You have found the program that best suits your learning goals and ambitions. But how do you finance this? There are different ways to do that. Your employer can play a role, but there are also interesting statutory regulations that you can use yourself. We list the possibilities for you.

Read about the possibilities here »

Academic Director

Roemer Visser

Associate Professor

CV assessment

To find out if you meet our admission requirements, you are welcome to contact our Program Adviser and request an eligibility assessment. This adviser can guide you through the admission process and provide tips to increase your likelihood of success.

CV assessment

or apply online.