Description
Date: 29 Nov to 4 Dec 2026
Estimated Time: 6 days
Language: English
Course delivery: In-person programme
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Description
The steel industry is evolving rapidly, facing challenges such as shifting market dynamics, sustainability demands, and the growing need for innovation. steelManagement offers a comprehensive programme tailored to empower professionals and leaders to thrive in this fast-paced environment.
This programme equips participants with the strategic mindset, tools, and network needed to navigate and lead with vision. By focusing on strategy, innovation, and adaptability, the course prepares individuals to address complex challenges and drive the industry’s progress.
Participants will gain valuable insights into emerging trends, sustainable practices, and technological advancements, with a particular focus on topics such as decarbonisation and digital transformation. Through a combination of real-world case studies, expert-led discussions, and hands-on simulations, participants will refine their leadership and decision-making skills, enabling them to inspire and implement positive change within the steel sector.
The course
The steelManagement course is structured around three key pillars: thinking strategically, acting strategically, and influencing strategically. These pillars form the foundation for developing effective leadership skills in the steel sector:
- Think Strategically: This pillar focuses on honing participants’ ability to think critically and strategically. It involves understanding the broader industry landscape, identifying trends and emerging opportunities, and assessing the competitive forces at play within the steel sector. Participants will learn how to analyze data, assess risks, and make informed decisions that align with the long-term vision and objectives of their organizations.
- Act Strategically: Acting strategically is about translating strategic thinking into action. This pillar emphasizes the implementation of well-thought-out plans, resource allocation, and project management. Participants will learn how to execute strategies efficiently, manage projects, and adapt to changing circumstances while keeping the overall organizational goals in mind.
- Influence Strategically: Influence is a crucial aspect of leadership. This pillar focuses on developing the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to rally teams, build collaborations, and navigate organizational dynamics effectively. Participants will learn how to inspire and motivate teams, negotiate and resolve conflicts, and engage with stakeholders to gain their support for strategic initiatives.
By integrating these three pillars, the steelManagement course equips participants with a well-rounded skill set to “lead with vision” in the steel sector. It emphasizes not only the importance of strategic thinking but also the practical implementation of strategies and the ability to influence key stakeholders, ensuring that leaders are well-prepared to address the complex challenges and opportunities within the industry.
Join steelManagement-27
We invite you to participate in the premier leadership development experience for the steel industry.
Held from 29 Nov to 4 Dec 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, this programme offers an opportunity to enhance your strategic skills, gain global recognition, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of steel.
Join as an individual by registering at steeluniversity.org, or have your company or university contact steeluniversity for group participation at avila@steeluniversity.org.
