Exciting news is emerging from the world of education as XED and the prestigious Harvard Graduate School of Education join forces to launch a groundbreaking leadership program that promises to transform how schools operate across the globe.

The Education Leadership Program (ELP) represents a beautiful convergence of expertise and vision, offering education leaders a six-month transformative journey that strengthens their strategic thinking, instructional capabilities, and systems leadership. What makes this collaboration particularly special is its thoughtful design—combining the convenience of ten live virtual sessions with the richness of a three-day in-person experience in Dubai.

This partnership couldn't come at a more opportune time. Education leaders worldwide are rising to meet evolving challenges with creativity and determination, navigating diverse student needs and embracing new possibilities in teaching and learning. Rather than viewing these as obstacles, this program frames them as opportunities for purposeful growth and meaningful impact.

"Education leadership today is no longer defined by administrative capability alone—it is defined by clarity of purpose, courage in decision-making, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for every learner," shares John Kallelil, Founder and CEO of XED. His words capture the heart of what this program aims to cultivate: leaders who don't just manage schools but inspire communities.

The program's curriculum reflects a deep understanding of what today's education leaders truly need. Participants will explore instructional leadership, embrace digital transformation and AI in education, and develop resilient team leadership skills—all through evidence-based approaches and real-world cases. The learning experience is enriched by structured peer coaching, allowing leaders to learn not just from Harvard faculty but from each other's diverse experiences.

What's particularly wonderful about this initiative is its accessibility. By bringing Harvard's renowned expertise to the region through a blended format, XED is democratizing access to world-class professional development. Education leaders no longer need to put their lives on hold or travel extensively to benefit from Ivy League insights.

Shaylyn Carey, Portfolio Director at Professional Education at HGSE, emphasizes their commitment to "creating learning experiences that meet education leaders where they are." This philosophy of meeting people where they are—both geographically and professionally—is what makes this program so valuable.

For over a decade, XED has been the trusted learning partner for more than 20,000 global leaders across 25+ countries, and this collaboration with Harvard extends their mission of delivering transformation at scale. Meanwhile, Harvard's Professional Education has spent over 50 years perfecting the art of responsive, relevant professional development.

Upon completion, participants receive a verifiable certificate from Harvard Graduate School of Education—a testament to their commitment to excellence and continuous growth. More importantly, they'll leave with a customized action plan ready to implement immediately in their schools.

This program isn't just about professional development; it's about nurturing a generation of education leaders who will create environments where learning, wellbeing, and community trust can flourish. It's an investment in the educators who are shaping not just schools, but the future of entire societies.