2026 TEE Learning Opportunities

In today’s fast-moving business environment, leadership agility is the ultimate competitive advantage. For senior executives and decision-makers, professional development is no longer a luxury—it’s a strategic imperative. Every learning investment must deliver measurable impact, sharpen decision-making, and accelerate growth.

That’s why Transilvania Executive Education (TEE), together with its educational partners (University of Buckingham, Connect CEE, Behavioural Economics Hub), has designed a portfolio of high-efficiency programmes for 2026. These are not academic exercises—they are practical, results-driven experiences tailored for leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve.

JANUARY

Dates: 22–23 January 2026
Fee: €399 + VAT

Start the year with clarity and confidence. The Strategy Academy is an intensive two-day programme that equips you with advanced tools for strategic thinking and market analysis.

Key Takeaways:

  • Master frameworks like PESTLE, BCG Matrix, and Porter’s 5 Forces
  • Apply Mintzberg’s 5Ps and learning loops to strengthen strategic leadership
  • Learn techniques to foster diverse thinking and avoid groupthink

Format: Highly interactive, group-based discussions
Delivered by: Dr. Andrew Taylor, EMBA Programme Director
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FEBRUARY

START Executive MBA class 2026

Our next Executive MBA cohort is almost at full capacity. With only 2 spots remaining, this is the final opportunity to secure your place in one of Romania’s most respected executive programmes, delivered in partnership with the University of Buckingham (UK).

What makes this cohort special? A powerful blend of experience, leadership, and strategic thinking. Here’s a glimpse of the professionals who have already registered for the 2026 class:

Industries represented:
29% - Technology & IT Services
24% - Financial Services
24% - Manufacturing & Industrial
17% - Entrepreneurship
6% Nonprofit & Social Impact

Roles & Leadership levels:
41% - C-Suite & Executive Leadership
35% - Senior Management
24% - Middle Management
17% - Entrepreneurs

Why join the TEE Executive MBA?

Because this programme is designed to transform the way you think, lead, and make decisions. With:

  • 12 modules delivered by international lecturers from 16 universities worldwide.
  • A fly-in faculty model offering global insight with local relevance.
  • A strong community of executives committed to growth and impact.
  • An internationally validated diploma from The University of Buckingham (UK).

Behavioural Economics for DRIVING CHANGE IN ORGANIZATIONS

Date: 13 February 2026
Location: Bucharest
Fee: €125 + VAT

A one-day fundamentals course designed to help leaders influence behaviours effectively within their organisations. Learn about cognitive biases, heuristics, and the Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW) methodology developed by University College London. The event is organised by Behavioural Economics HUB.

Delivered by: Dr Alin T. Băiescu, MBA (Founder @Behavioural Economic Hub).
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MARCH - MAY

BEHAVIOURAL ECONOMICS IN PRACTICE (4th Edition)

Dates: 20–21 March | 27–28 March | 8–9 May | 22–23 May
Level: Intermediate
Fees: €1675+VAT (register before January 31) | €1925+VAT (register before February 28) | €2350+VAT (full price).

This executive training is validated by the University of Buckingham (UK), and is designed for top and middle managers, decision-makers and industry leaders from HR, sales, marketing, product management, and customer relations. This training offers practical insights on how to change behaviours in organisations (of employees, clients, business partners), using an evidence-based methodology (the BCW – Behaviour Change Wheel), but also considering individual (i)rrational behaviours (biases and heuristics).

In order to empower the learning process, this programme also implies that each participant will develop a behavioural intervention concept (strategy & implementation plan) for a business case related to a behavioural problem existing in their organisation.

Delivery team: Angel Chater (University College London & University of Bedfordshire), Prof. Rodica Ianole-Călin (University of Bucharest) and Dr. Alin Băiescu (Director of the Behavioural Economics Hub).

EMPOWERING CHANGE IN ORGANIZATIONS USING AN EVIDENCE-BASED METHODOLOGY - BCW (Behaviour Change Wheel) in action!

Dates: 12–14 March 2026
Location: Bucharest
Fees: €975 (full) | €800 (discount) | €675 (early bird)

Changing behaviour is one of the toughest challenges in business. This masterclass provides a rigorous, evidence-based methodology—the Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW)—to design and implement successful interventions. Developed about 15 years ago by the University College London – Centre for Behavioural Change), it is useful and relevant for a wide diversity of behaviours, in different contexts, regions and organisation types. The workshop has 8 hours of teaching every day, during which we will combine lectures with group discussions and practical work. There will be pre- and post-module reading materials. The event is organised by Behavioural Economics HUB.
Level: Intermediate
Delivered by: Prof. Angel Chater (University College London) and Dr Alin T. Băiescu, MBA (Founder @ Behavioural Economic Hub)
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APRIL

Masterclass on THE SCIENCE AND ART OF NUDGING

Date: 25 April 2026
Location: Cluj-Napoca
Level: Advanced
Fees: €425 (full price) | €325 (discounted price for the TEE community, for payment in 2 instalments) | €275 (discounted price for the TEE community for payment in 1 instalment)

The NUDGE theory is a famous and widely used concept in behavioural economics that proposes adaptive designs of the decision environment as ways to influence the behaviours and decision-making processes of groups and individuals. It was developed by the Nobel prize-winning Prof. Richard Thaler (Chicago Business School, US), and gained traction in many public and private organisations worldwide.

This world-class event is delivered by Dr Pelle Guldbord-Hansen, CEO of iNUDGEyou (Danish consulting company), Founder of the Danish Nudging Network and the European Nudging Network. Pelle is also advisor for the governments of Denmark, Brazil and (most recently) Dubai, regarding behaviour change policies at the institutional level. The event is organised by Behavioural Economics HUB.
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MAY

MANAGEMENT ACADEMY: The EMBA Fast-Track (4th Edition)

Dates: 15th of May | 29th of May | 5th of June | 19th of June | 3rd of July
Fee: €1900 + VAT for those registering by March 31, 2026!

For ambitious professionals seeking to shatter functional silos and accelerate their path to executive leadership, the Management Academy is the definitive choice. This 5-day programme distils EMBA-level knowledge into the most impactful, actionable content available.

Career Acceleration: You will gain a comprehensive, cross-functional perspective on the five pillars of modern business leadership: Leadership & HR, Economics, Strategy, Marketing, and Finance. We deliver the breadth of an advanced management degree without the time commitment. Each module is an intensive 8-hour session led by an expert faculty (including Dr. Andrew Taylor, Dr. Alin Băiescu, Dr. Fran Hyde, Prof. Ioan Alin Nistor).
Certification: Completing the programme earns you a graduation certificate validated by Buckingham University.

SEPTEMBER

Dates: 24-25th of September | 22-23rd of October | 19-20th of November
Fee: €1800 + VAT

A six-module programme with a focus on Business Strategy & Strategic HRM, Motivation & Personality, Management & Leadership, Change Management, Performance Management, and High-Performance Models of HR. Each module means 8 hours of teaching done by Dr. Andrew Taylor.

Target group: HR and organisational development specialists/managers, managers involved in company/department/team/project change or development processes, those who wish to develop skills in HR and strategic leadership, and entrepreneurs.
Validated by the University of Buckingham.

AROUND THE YEAR

Calendar: May [TBD, based on the number of participants]
Fee: €399 + VAT

Why do tech giants defy traditional valuation models? Why do digital markets tend to be dominated by just a few players? Discover how to navigate and lead in this fast-changing landscape with the Digital Strategy Academy, inspired by the book Making Sense of Digital Disruption.

What You’ll Learn: Understand the dynamics of digital disruption through insights from Harvard Business Review articles; Explore key concepts like network effects, AI & resilience, and the long tail of digital markets; Define and adapt your core competencies to stay competitive

Tools & Frameworks: Cynefin Framework, Learning Loops, Strategic leadership tools for managing disruption and complexity, AI and resilience.
Facilitator: Dr. Andrew Taylor, 2 days programme
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Calendar: TBD (based on the number of participants)
Fee: €199 + VAT

The programme provides the key knowledge and tools to move beyond simply managing tasks and reacting to requests and organise time and effort towards value and performance. The focus will be upon the practical application of knowledge, rather than the theory for its own sake.
Content: Economics, Time management, Organisational types, Presentation Skills, Motivation & teams, Performance Feedback, Thinking tools. The programme is designed for managers with limited experience, or those struggling to move beyond task management.
Facilitator: Dr. Andrew Taylor, 2 days programme
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Strategic Commitment: The Time to Plan is Now

The future doesn’t wait—and neither should you. In 2026, the leaders who thrive will be those who plan, adapt, and invest in their own growth. TEE’s programmes are built to give you a decisive edge in a complex, competitive market. Secure your place today and turn professional development into a strategic advantage. The question isn’t whether you’ll learn—it’s which programme will define your leadership journey in 2026.