AAS Executive Education Programme
Building Africa’s next generation of science-led, innovation-driven leaders.
About the Programme
The AAS Executive Education Programme is a premier initiative of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) designed to empower senior and mid-level leaders to drive Africa’s transformation through science, technology, and innovation.
Delivered from the AAS Nairobi campus, the four-month blended programme combines global insight and African expertise to help participants strengthen leadership, strategy, and innovation capacity across sectors.
✦This flagship programme is part of AAS’s vision to establish a world-class Executive Education practice—delivering locally relevant, globally competitive executive learning experiences led by AAS Fellows and diaspora experts.
Programme Highlights
What sets the AAS Executive Education Programme apart from traditional leadership development.
Africa-Centred Curriculum
Rooted in Africa's realities, focused on homegrown solutions to complex leadership and innovation challenges.
Led by AAS Network Experts
Taught by AAS Fellows, diaspora scholars, and global partners combining academic depth with real-world experience.
Applied & Action-Oriented
Participants develop practical leadership strategies and innovation frameworks for immediate impact.
Blended Learning Model
Combines in-person immersion sessions in Nairobi with online modules and applied projects.
Pan-African Leadership Network
Connect with senior leaders across sectors and countries — building a community of changemakers for Africa's future.
Key Topics
Participants explore the most pressing and transformative themes shaping Africa’s leadership landscape.
Science Diplomacy & Cooperation
For Africa's Diplomatic Personnel
Science, Technology & Public Policy
For Parliamentarians
African Governance
In a Science-led World
Intra-Africa Trade
Era of AfCFTA
Intra-Africa Defence & Security
Strategic Leadership
Urbanization & Economic Competitiveness
City & Regional Growth
Africa Industrialization Policy
Manufacturing & Value Chains
AI & Digital Transformation
Technology Futures
Research & Grant Management
Funding Excellence
Oil & Gas Policy and Leadership
Energy Governance
Project Management Oversight
Training & Education
Each topic blends case studies, simulations, and peer-to-peer learning grounded in African and global contexts.
Programme Details
A 4-month (12 weeks) blended programme combining online learning with an immersive in-person week in Nairobi.
Online Delivery
Foundational modules delivered via interactive virtual sessions
In-Person · Nairobi
Intensive on-campus immersion at the AAS Nairobi headquarters — no additional cost
Online Delivery
Advanced modules, applied projects, and peer-to-peer collaboration
Exams & Assessment
Final assessment, capstone presentations, and programme completion
All-inclusive programme fee
Fee Includes
- All online learning modules
- 5-day in-person in Nairobi
- Course materials & resources
- Certificate of completion
- Alumni network access
Who Should Attend
Ideal for senior and mid-level leaders who influence Africa’s development agenda across government, academia, diplomacy, and the private sector.
Note:Applicants should demonstrate leadership potential, strategic influence, and a commitment to advancing Africa’s science-led growth.
Ministers, parliamentarians & senior government officials
CEOs, directors & executives in public and private sectors
University presidents, deans & research institute leaders
Diplomats, science attachés & policy professionals
Senior advisors to governments and corporations
NGO and development organization leaders
Ready to Lead Africa’s Future?
Be part of a growing network of transformative leaders shaping Africa’s future through science, innovation, and collaboration.