Open training for TOP managersExcellence in Management©℠
Step up to executive level with real impact on results. The programme combines management practice, intensive workshops and the international CIPM® management certificate. Minimum theory, maximum decisions, tools and implementations.

Autumn 2026 editionPL20–21.10 and 03–04.11
EN22–23.10 and 05–06.11

Next edition20–21.10 and 03–04.11
Class formatOnline or in the classroom
CertificateCIPM® (ACI®)
PricePLN 7,500 + VAT
880+management courses delivered
12,000+managers trained from many industries, from glass bending to aviation
35,000+hours of work with managers at various levels
25years of experience in training for managers, HR and trainers
Who it is forA programme for boards, owners and directors
For people responsible for strategy, results and the development of key teams who want to do it with more confidence.
You manage managers
You lead management teams and want to turn strategy into results more effectively.
You are entering a strategic role
You are a successor or leader preparing to work at board level.
You want to strengthen leadership and execution
You are looking for tools that will improve strategy execution across the organisation.
You are leading change
You need proven methods for managing change and human capital.
If you are a manager, leader, successor or business owner and strive for confidence in action, this programme is for you.
ResultsWhich competencies you will develop
Strategic management, leadership and results execution, practised on your company's challenges.
From strategy to execution
Goals, KPIs/OKRs, management rhythm and regular results reviews.
Modern leadership
Leadership and management communication across the organisation.
Change management
Building team accountability.
Data-driven decisions
Analytics, metrics and conclusions for the financial result (P&L).
Developing leaders and successors
Consciously building the management pipeline in the company.
International certificate
CIPM® as a globally recognised signal of executive competencies.
Programme3 modules preparing for CIPM® certification
The programme prepares you for the Certified International Professional Manager® (CIPM®) exam. You will practise each topic on challenges from your own company.
Module01
Managing the company's key capitals
- Managing company value
- Finance for non-financial managers
- Managing customer capital
- The leader's role and responsibility
Module02
Strategic management and change
- Analysis and diagnosis of strategic position
- Diagnosing the type of market in which the company operates
- Building company strategy in VUCA times
- The manager as a catalyst for change
- Types and stages of change, company transformation
- Resistance, management and leadership in change
Module03
Managing personnel and competencies
- Planning and developing competencies
- Managing the competency budget
- Competency levels
- External measures of competencies
How it worksYour path through the course in 6 steps
This is not a single workshop but a complete development process. You return to the company with ready-to-implement solutions.
- Step 1
Application
You send the form and choose the date and class format.
- Step 2
Competency assessment
The test shows what is worth learning and lets you track progress.
- Step 3
E-learning
Materials and contact with the group coordinator throughout the course and for 2 months after it.
- Step 4
Workshops with a trainer
2 sessions of 2 days, working on cases from your company.
- Step 5
Exam
80 single-choice questions and, depending on the level, a management task or project.
- Step 6
Ex-post assessment
You check what you have learned and keep using the tool base.
TrainersWho will run the classes
Beata Zawadzka
Trainer, coach, quality management expert
Co-founder and co-owner of Masterform, long-standing HR Manager and Quality Manager. She provides consulting in quality management, solving quality problems and management by objectives.
- QM Representative (TÜV)
- Quality Manager (TÜV)
- CIPT® (ACI®)
Ewa Daros
Trainer, education and business expert
She gained experience in management training for leaders and managers as a Trainer/Assessor at Cambridge. She specialises in management and motivation styles and in managing change in organisations.
- Trainer/Assessor (Cambridge)
- Leadership certificate (London)
- Business & Administration
TestimonialsWhat participants say
Competently prepared and delivered training. A practical and individualised approach to participants.
HoReCa industry representativeVery interesting training and the experience of working in a group of people.
Representative of a manufacturing company that leads its industryGreat methods. A good selection of content and tasks. Lots of teamwork.
Director of a manufacturing company Dates and priceChoose a date: 2026 and 2027
| Language | Session I | Session II |
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| Autumn 2026 edition |
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| PLPolish | 20–21.10.2026 | 03–04.11.2026 |
| ENEnglish | 22–23.10.2026 | 05–06.11.2026 |
| Spring 2027 edition |
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| PLPolish | 06–07.04.2027 | 20–21.04.2027 |
| ENEnglish | 11–12.05.2027 | 01–02.06.2027 |
| Autumn 2027 edition |
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| PLPolish | 05–06.10.2027 | 19–20.10.2027 |
| ENEnglish | 23–24.11.2027 | 07–08.12.2027 |
In the PL edition the workshops, materials and exam are in Polish; in the EN edition the whole process is in English.
Full blended learning course
PLN 7,500 + VAT
- Competency assessment before and after the course
- "Organisation Management" e-learning
- 4–6 days of workshops (depending on group size)
- Materials, lunch and refreshments during classes
- Individual certificate of completion
Competency assessment only: PLN 340 + VAT
ACI® certification: USD 410 at the average NBP exchange rate
KFS funding. You can finance the training from the National Training Fund. We help prepare the application free of charge.
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CertificationCIPM® certificate of the American Certification Institute®
Only with us will you obtain the Certified International Professional Manager® certificate issued by ACI®, recognised by employers worldwide.
1999ACI® has been operating since 1999
1 million+certificates issued worldwide
122,000managerial certificates
5 yearsvalidity of the CIPM® certificate
From practitioners for practitionersCertification prepared by professionals, very practical.
Flexible examYou sit the theoretical part online whenever you want, and we will adapt the date of the practical part to you.
Up-to-date requirementsStandards continuously adapted to business realities.
Compliance with EQF level 5Competencies readable in European and global terms.
Why HeuresisWhy train with us
25 years of experience
We work with managers at all levels, HR and trainers, in companies of every size and industry.
ACI® certificate
Only with us will you obtain a certificate issued by the American Certification Institute®.
Blended learning
Live classes and e-learning shorten training time by about half.
Practice first
Only content and tools ready to use at work.
Post-training support
Knowledge base, exchange of experience and consultations.
Individual approach
We discuss the details and favourable payment terms with each client.
Before you start5 steps you can implement right away
You can start even before the first session. Choose one step and see how it works in your team.
01Set 3 strategic priorities and translate them into 3–5 KPIs/OKRs with deadlines and owners.
02Introduce a monthly rhythm of results reviews: dashboard, decisions, follow-up.
03Define responsibilities for key roles (RACI) and communicate them to the team.
04Launch a fast-decision mechanism: rules, thresholds, response time, escalation.
05Plan your international certification path: scope, dates, preparation.
FAQFrequently asked questions
Didn't find the answer? Call or write, we will gladly help.
Who is the Excellence in Management©℠ training for?
For boards, business owners, managing directors and senior managers responsible for strategic decisions, results execution and the development of key teams.
How long is the course and what is the class format?
The programme covers 4 days of intensive work, split into 2 sessions of 2 days. It is blended learning: e-learning (materials and implementation tasks) plus workshops with a trainer live online (Zoom/Teams) or in the classroom in Kraków.
Does the programme end with an international certificate?
Yes. After passing the exam you will receive the CIPM® (Certified International Professional Manager) certificate, issued by the American Certification Institute® (ACI®).
In which language are the course and exam held?
In PL editions the workshops, materials and exam are in Polish. In EN editions the whole process is in English.
Does the CIPM® certificate need to be renewed?
The certificate is valid for 5 years. After that, recertification is required.
What is the price of participation and what does it include?
The full course costs PLN 7,500 net (+23% VAT) and includes the competency assessment, the e-learning platform, workshops and materials. ACI® certification costs USD 410 at the average NBP exchange rate.
Can the training be financed from KFS?
Yes. Heuresis training can be financed from the National Training Fund (KFS). We help with the application process free of charge.
Can I work on my company's challenges?
Yes. You work on real problems of your organisation with full confidentiality and develop ready-to-implement solutions.
Does the group work in a hybrid format and how do I choose the class format?
Yes. The group works in a hybrid format: some participants are on site, some live online. You choose the format in which you want to take part, and the choice does not depend on the number of registrations. The content level and the chance of certification are the same in both formats.
What support is there after the workshops end?
We provide evaluation of results, additional implementation tasks on the e-learning platform and guidance for a manager's daily work.

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