Deadline: March 25, 2026
Are you a senior executive ready to integrate sustainability into your core business strategy and lead transformative change? Join the SI Global Executive Programme and gain first-hand insights from some of Sweden’s most successful sustainability-driven companies, business leaders and experts. The programme brings together global executives committed to reshaping business models, strengthening long-term competitiveness and addressing today’s most pressing sustainability challenges.
The SI Global Executive Programme is designed for senior executives who want to align business growth with sustainable impact. The programme supports business leaders in strengthening their ability to lead transformation that is economically resilient, socially responsible and ecologically sustainable.
Participants gain practical insights from Swedish organisations and leaders at the forefront of the green transition and apply these insights directly to their own business context. A key strength of the programme is its global perspective. Each cohort brings together around 100 senior executives from 24 countries, creating a diverse and dynamic learning environment built on shared challenges, experience and peer exchange.
Costs
The Swedish Institute covers:
- All programme-related fees
- Pre-arranged accommodation in Stockholm
- Meals during the onsite visit in Stockholm
Participants and/or their companies are expected to arrange and cover travel to and from Stockholm. The Swedish Institute has limited resources to support in this matter. Should a participant and/or their company be unable to cover their travel expenses, this must be indicated at the time of application.
Eligibility
- Be a citizen and resident of one of the programme countries: Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Georgia, DR Congo, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine*, or Vietnam.
- *Ukrainian applicants who reside outside of Ukraine are also eligible to apply.
- Have a leadership position, such as CEO or senior executive, in a medium to large company with a mandate to spearhead strategic changes throughout their business.
- Be at least 30 years old (born 1996 at the latest).
- Have a good working knowledge of both written and spoken English.
- Hold a completed post-secondary qualification equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Be willing to actively participate, provide support and share their experience and knowledge with other participants.
- Have identified business needs or problems that could be worked on during the programme to help their company improve its contribution to a more sustainable world.
An applicant’s company should also meet the following requirements:
- Be either:
- a locally owned company based in one of the programme countries,
- a Swedish company represented in one of the eligible programme countries, or
- a company currently in the supply chain of and conducting business with a Swedish company.
- Operate within industries associated with the green transition or about to make important commitments related to the green transition. In 2026, priority is given to candidates and their companies within the following industries: renewable energy, responsible mining, sustainable transportation, and digitalisation.
- Be committed to running a business in a sustainable manner and implementing sustainable practices within the organisation.
Application
Select what programme you would like to apply for (SI Global Executive Programme is open for application 25 February – 25 March (23:59 Central European Time).
For more information, visit SI Global Executive Programme.
