# Event Details - **Event Name**: The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: A two-day executive programme designed for in-school CFOs exploring strategy, systems and sustainability.About this EventAbout the ProgrammeCFOs in education spend most of their time running complex organisations including budgets, estates, compliance, staffing and operational systems. The most effective leaders recognise the importance of occasionally stepping back to examoine how those systems are designed and how they might evolve.The School Business LeadershipImmersive Programme has been created to provide that opportunity.Over two days, participants will engage in structured discussions, explore practical leadership frameworks and share experiences with peers operating at a similar level.The programme is intentionally small to ensure open discussion, meaningful connections and practical insight.Join our 2026 founding cohort at a discounted price (including accomodation, meals and CPD) and help shape the future of this valuable and unique programme.Programme ThemesThe programme is structured around three core leadership themes:StrategyUnderstanding the strategic challenges shaping education organisations and the role of the CFO in navigating them.SystemsExploring how operational systems, governance structures and financial frameworks interact to support effective organisationsSustainabilityConsidering long-term organisational resilience, including workforce wellbeing, financial stewardship and environmental sustainabilityWho This programme Is For?This programme is designed for experienced leaders working at a senior level within education organisations, including:• Chief Financial Officers in academy trusts• Senior School Business Professionals• Directors of Operations and senior operational leadersThe programme is designed for those already operating at a strategic level who want to refine their thinking, strengthen their networks and invest time in leadership development.The VenueThe programme takes place at the Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester, one of the UK’s oldest agricultural universities.Set within the historic surroundings of the Cotswolds, the university campus provides a distinctive environment for learning and professional dialogue, offering the space and perspective needed for focused strategic thinking. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/3fe217b0-675c-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w693-h740-dcabd2ef-gmir.jpg What Participants Will GainParticipants will leave with:• clearer strategic perspective on school business leadership• practical frameworks that can be applied within their organisations• strengthened professional networks with peers• dedicated time to think about long-term organisational leadershipCohort SizePlaces are intentionally limited to create a high quality peer cohort and meaningful discussion. The programme is peer funded and education sector suppliers have not been invited. Early booking is recommendedAgenda?: 09:00 AM - 06:30 PMDay One - The Architecture of School Business LeadershipInfo: Understanding how strategy, governance, finance and operational systems interact within education organisations. Sessions include: • Strategic operational leadership • Operational excellence at system level • Risk, resilience and governance • Leadership Challenge Forum – exploring real strategic challenges from the cohort Optional performance reset session with a professional trainer before dinner. Evening cohort dinner.?: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PMDay Two - Strategic Leadership and InfluenceInfo: Exploring how senior school business leaders shape organisations and influence the future of the profession. Sessions include: • Sustainability and long-term system thinking • Leadership influence and career development • Practical frameworks for strategic operations Optional morning movement session before the programme begins. Programme closes mid-afternoon. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cirencester/the-school-business-leadership-immersive-programme/100001812889113139 - **Event Categories**: business, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Royal Agricultural University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 330, max: 330, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Cirencester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Royal Agricultural University - **lat**: 51.710453 - **long**: -1.9950217 - **full address**: Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fc662d55d224b943e0d8fadeae632a2964f54dcffab5679d68996dcd52648bda-rimg-w640-h501-dc1470c6-gmir.jpg?v=1761316856 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme being held? - **A:** The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme? - **A:** The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme is organized by Emma Gray. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The School Business Leadership Immersive Programme is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cirencester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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