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Next intake: 19 October 2026 (multiple intakes available)

Advanced Diploma in Management Practice (ADMP)

Your academic passport to leadership: The game changes when you stop being the person who does things well and start being the person who decides which things should be done at all. The ADMP is the catalyst you need.

ADMP

Course overview

Academic level

NQF Level 7/ 120 credits

Programme fees 2026

R102,500 (VAT exempt) – online
R99,500 (VAT exempt) – in person

Duration

12 months, part-time

Delivery mode

Online and in-person options available

SAQA ID

117034

Next intake (in-person)

19 October 2026

Centenary Offer

Transition from managing tasks to defining outcomes

Many managers get stuck in the cycle of 'doing'. The ADMP is designed to pull you out of the weeds and into the boardroom. Over 12 months of part-time study, we move beyond operational excellence to give you the strategic authority required for senior leadership. To cross the threshold into leadership, you need more than a track record; you need a new lens on business. For 30 years, Henley Africa has been the launchpad for African leaders who want to compete globally. Now it’s your turn.

Quadruple-accredited excellence

We are the first international business school in Africa to hold four global accreditations, a mark of quality that can open the door to more senior roles

The 'learning laboratory'

We don't believe in abstract theory. Your own work environment becomes the classroom. You apply systems thinking to your actual organisation, solving real problems in real time

A global network

You join 110,000 change-makers across four continents. You aren't just gaining a qualification; you’re gaining a community

Your Henley advantage

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#1 in South Africa

Ranked as the top institution for Executive Education (open, custom, and online programmes) for two years in a row by PMR.africa (2025 and 2026)

 

91%

Based on alumni surveys, 91% of undergraduate students at Henley report career progress within six months of graduation

110,000

Our formidable global alumni network spans 167 countries, opening doors for you

Top 1%

One of only 125130 global business schools to hold triple-crown accreditation AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS. Plus, Henley is accredited by the African Association of Business Schools (AABS)

Alumni success: Our graduates move into entirely new spheres of influence

So many ADMP graduates describe the programme as the moment they gained the purpose and confidence to imagine new futures, not just for themselves, but for their industries. Read their stories in their own words. 

Peter Mashaba-1

The ADMP gave me the tools I needed: systems thinking, emotional intelligence, and strategic frameworks that I could apply immediately.

The course also elevated my approach to leadership. My leadership style is grounded in ubuntu, the fundamental interconnectedness between people.

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Peter Mashaba | ADMP
Gloria Sokhela and family

Both the P.A.U.S.E method and the Ladder of Inference learned on the ADMP have helped me reflect before responding. That’s improved my decision-making and my relationships, at work and at home.

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Gloria Sokhela | ADMP
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I see my future differently now and want to pursue bigger things.

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Andre-Louis Pretorious | ADMP

Need more info? Chat with a Henley representative

Ready to elevate your career?

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The only way
is up!

This 12-month accredited programme will enhance your strategic impact within your organisation. Through group work, networking, and practical application, you'll discover a new way of managing and gain confidence in the process.
Business acumen: You will come to understand business processes and outcomes better, leading to improved decision-making
Personal mastery: You will learn more about yourself and become more confident and capable when facing complex and unfamiliar business territory
Greater recognition: Your peers and your managers will recognise this qualification, giving you greater respect and authority in the workplace

Apply for the ADMP if you know you have more to give and further to rise

This programme is ideal for ambitious managers who want to bolster their business acumen while expanding their horizons. This is your next step.

Management experience

You will need at least three years of management experience to enrol on this programme

Academic qualification

You will need an NQF Level 6 qualification

Don’t have a previous qualification at the right level?

You may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if you have at least five years of work experience.

The ADMP is built around five learning blocks

Evolve your business savvy and gain strategic tools over 12 months.

Module 1 24 credits

Thinking Processes and Practices

Module 2 24 credits

Creating Present Value

Module 3 24 credits

Creating Future Value

Module 4 24 credits

Managing Legitimacy in Social Contexts

Module 5 24 credits

Action Learning Activity

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Assessments

We use a comprehensive and practical approach to assessment to ensure you are ready for real-world challenges.
Assignments
Examination
Group projects
All assessments are project-based and directly tied to your role within your organisation. This approach ensures:
Sustained learning: You immediately apply the tools and models learned
Real-world impact: Your growth and application of skills continue long after the programme ends

Fees and financing

ADMP fees
In-person: R102,500 (VAT exempt)
Online: R99,500 (VAT exempt)
No registration or administration fees apply

At Henley, we are committed to providing our students with flexible financing options for their studies. Whether you’re an individual in need of finance or an organisation motivating for an increase in budget, we’re here to help.

 

Please click herefor information and advice.

Should you require any further information about our post-experience undergraduate programmes, email us at UG.admissions@henleysa.ac.za.

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2026 intake dates and block schedules

2026 Intakes: July and October 2026
In person
Block 1
19–23 October 2026
Block 2
18–22 January 2027
Block 3
5–9 April 2027
Block 4
28 June–2 July 2027
Block 5
30 September –1 October 2027
2026 Intakes: July and October 2026
In person
Block 1
19–23 October 2026
Block 2
18–22 January 2027
Block 3
5–9 April 2027
Block 4
28 June–2 July 2027
Block 5
30 September –1 October 2027

Upcoming events

Join one of our next info sessions for a taste of the Henley learning experience.

MBA Decoded Session

30 July 2026

13:00-14:00
Join via Zoom
MBA
Free

This virtual session is an in-depth and personal discussion centred around you and your understanding of our MBA programme.

The power is yours with a Henley qualification

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Hi, I'm Shakila Briajraj. I'm here to help if you have any questions or need help in signing up for this programme. Your dedicated guide to anything related to the Henley ADMP.

 

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FAQs

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I'm already a skilled manager, why do I need the ADMP?

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Is the ADMP the same as an undergraduate degree?

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I have a very busy job. How do I balance a 12-month programme with a full-time senior role?

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What if I don't have the required NQF Level 6 qualification?

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What are the 'thinking processes' mentioned in the modules?

Chat with a Henley representative