Leadership Acceleration
Program (LAP)

A leadership development journey that builds essential leadership competencies through monthly training and coaching.

About the Leadership Acceleration Program

The Leadership Acceleration Program (LAP) is ADL Academy’s flagship leadership development journey, accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This comprehensive 10-month program develops 10 essential leadership competencies that modern managers and future leaders need to succeed, helping organizations strengthen their leadership pipeline and prepare high-potential talent for greater responsibility.

Through a structured blend of training, coaching, and workplace application, LAP supports organizations seeking sustainable leadership development and long-term talent growth across Saudi Arabia.

Each month, participants engage in a full-day interactive session followed by workplace application and group coaching. This practical approach ensures that learning extends beyond the classroom and translates into measurable workplace performance. Participants who successfully complete the program receive a CPD Certificate of Completion, recognizing their commitment to continuous professional development.

How the Program Works

10-Month Journey

Participants develop 10 core leadership competencies through a structured learning journey designed to strengthen leadership readiness, improve managerial effectiveness, and support future leadership succession within growing organizations.

Monthly Training Session

One full-day (8-hour) session every month, combining theory with interactive methods like role-plays, case studies, and real-world scenarios.

Workplace Application

Between sessions, participants apply new skills directly in their workplace, ensuring immediate relevance and impact.

Group Coaching

Monthly coaching circles allow participants to share insights, tackle challenges, and learn collaboratively under expert guidance.

Practical Implementation

Each participant completes real workplace projects linked to the program’s competencies, ensuring knowledge is applied and outcomes are measurable.

CPD Accreditation

Upon successful completion of the program, participants receive a CPD-accredited Certificate of Completion, recognizing their commitment to continuous professional development.

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AI-Enhanced Learning

At ADL, we believe great leadership is about adapting to a changing world. Our programs now integrate Al-Enhanced Learning through a dedicated Al Hour in every session.

We show leaders how Artificial Intelligence can simplify decision-making, boost productivity, and unlock innovation.

Each topic is connected to real-world Al tools and examples that help managers apply new thinking right away.

It’s a practical way to build confidence in using Al—while keeping the human connection at the center of leadership.

The 10 Core Competencies

The LAP journey is designed around 10 carefully selected leadership competencies. Each month, participants focus on one key area, combining practical learning with workplace application to ensure measurable results.

Leading Performance in the Workplace

Learn to set clear expectations, inspire teams, and drive results.

Working Together

Understand diverse personalities and build stronger collaboration.

Culture of Accountability

Foster responsibility and ownership at every organizational level.

Time Management Mastery

Optimize productivity through focus, prioritization, and balance.

Navigating Conflict

Manage and resolve disputes effectively, turning conflict into progress.

Elevate Your Customer Experience

Strengthen service delivery and client engagement strategies.

Empowering Effective Decisions

Build confidence in making informed and impactful decisions.

Negotiation Mastery

Gain skills to negotiate with influence and achieve win-win outcomes.

Driving Innovation

Encourage creativity and lead teams toward breakthrough solutions.

Leading Change

Adapt to change while leading with empathy and emotional awareness.

Trusted by Leading Organizations

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Accredited & Globally Recognized

The Leadership Acceleration Program is accredited by The CPD Certification Service and enriched by insights from Harvard Business Review. This ensures every participant benefits from high-quality leadership development aligned with internationally recognized professional development standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Leadership Acceleration Program (LAP) is a 10-month leadership development journey featuring monthly full-day training sessions, workplace application projects, and group coaching. It develops leadership, management, and decision-making skills across ten core competencies, culminating in a CPD-accredited Certificate of Completion.

No. Programs are available for entry-level, management, and executive leaders, ensuring each participant is matched with the right stage of development.

Evaluation combines applied workplace projects, feedback, and measurable outcomes that demonstrate behavioral change and business impact.

Yes. The LAP Portal continues to track action plans and progress even after classroom sessions end, ensuring sustainable improvements.

Yes. Our training is tiered — entry, management, and executive levels, so returning participants can progress into our senior executive leadership program KSA organizations trust to develop their most capable leaders.

The program is designed for supervisors, team leaders, department managers, and high-potential employees preparing for future leadership roles within their organizations.

Yes. The Leadership Acceleration Program helps organizations develop internal leadership capability by strengthening the skills and competencies required for future leadership positions. Many organizations use the program as part of their broader leadership development and succession planning initiatives.

Yes. The program is delivered for professionals and organizations operating in Saudi Arabia and aligns with international leadership development standards while addressing regional business needs.

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