MCE - Management Centre Europe

17/06/2026

AI helps us move faster. But what happens when we rely on it so much that we stop challenging, questioning, and developing our own thinking?

Recent studies https://mce.eu/the-neuroscience-risks-of-using-ai-to-think-for-us/ are raising important questions about the impact of AI on memory, critical thinking, and cognitive engagement in the workplace.

The real opportunity isn't choosing between humans and AI. It's learning how to combine the strengths of both.

05/05/2026

AI is no longer a future topic.

It is already shaping how work gets done, how decisions are made, and what managers are expected to handle every day.

Many leaders feel the pressure: teams are using AI tools faster than policies are written, productivity expectations are rising, and questions about trust, responsibility, and judgment are harder to ignore.

What has become clear is this: AI is not just a technology challenge – it is a leadership one.

This article explores what leaders need to understand now, where many organisations are falling behind, and how management practices must evolve as AI becomes part of everyday work.

Journal of the American Management Association and Management Centre Europe

10/03/2026

Leadership today is no longer about navigating occasional crises.

It’s about leading through permanent uncertainty.

Constant change, pressure, incomplete information, shifting priorities - this is now the everyday reality for leaders across industries.

To support leaders in this new context, MCE - Management Centre Europe has launched a new programme portfolio:
➡️ Leadership in Uncertain Times.

This portfolio brings together 5 complementary programmes:
◾Leading People in Uncertain Times – keeping teams together and focused when pressure and stress increase.
◾Strategic Leadership in an Uncertain Future – making decisions when the future is not clear.
◾Organizational Resilience in a Constantly Changing World – keeping the business running when things change.
◾Strategic Leadership for Government and Public Organizations in an Uncertain Future – leading public organizations under pressure and public attention.
◾Project Management in an Uncertain World – delivering projects when plans keep changing.

Available in Brussels, London, Amsterdam, Prague, Vienna, Riyadh or Live Online. Also available as In‑Company solutions.

In turbulent times, taking a step back to reflect, learn and exchange with peers is not a luxury - it’s a leadership necessity.

Explore the portfolio online: https://mce.eu/leadership-in-uncertain-times/
Or access the full overview (PDF): https://mce.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MCE-Brochure_Leadership-in-Uncertain-Times.pdf?

19/02/2026

Join MCE for an executive-level discussion and networking breakfast in Brussels on 4 March 2026 to explore how the 7 dysfunctions of leaders undermine performance - and how to prevent them.

◾4 March 2026 | 08:00 - 10:00 CET
◾Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s Avenue Louise 71, Brussels
◾Free of charge | Limited seats | By invitation only

Leadership today is exercised under constant pressure:
◾Speed
◾Complexity
◾Change
◾High expectations

Failure rarely comes from incompetence. It is caused by predictable human dysfunctions that quietly appear - especially during moments of growth, crisis, or transition.

After 35+ years working with senior leaders, Olivier S.E. Courtois has identified 7 recurring dysfunctions that explain why capable leaders lose their edge - and what to do about it.

Who is it for?
Senior leader and manager of managers. You are responsible for the overall strategy in your department, team or organization. You are faced with many executive challenges in your role. You want to boost the performance of your organization, division or department.

Learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/dcKVvTXi

11/02/2026

MCE is pleased to announce we are running 3 of our best-selling programmes in Istanbul in March & April 2026. 5 Day Mini MBA, MCE Week - Managing People & Essentials of AI, and MCE Week: Strategic Leadership for Senior Managers.

The programmes are ideal for international managers who want to boost their careers and get the skills they need for today's business world. Limited places are still available.

To find out more, click on:
https://mce.eu/develop-your-leadership-business-skills-in-istanbul/

MCE - Management Centre Europe is your EMEA partner for agile people development offering management and skill specific training solutions for yourself and your team.

11/02/2026

Are you an international manager in Finland? The MCE 5-Day Mini MBA is now running in Helsinki 23-27 March 2026. In just 5 days, get the key business skills you need to boost your career and become a great manager. Find out more at https://mce.eu/programmes/5-day-mini-mba/
Limited places are available.

MCE Mini MBA training is for Managers to help them develop business management skills in leadership, strategy, finance, marketing and supply chain.

08/01/2026

MCE Executive Update on Leadership for Boosting Performance in the AI Era - 13 Feb | Brussels

In a recent interview, the CEO of a global financial firm was asked what a good leader looks like in today’s world. The answer was clear: leaders must manage many dimensions at once - from client focus and internal processes to people, performance, and diversity. The task has become increasingly complex.

Leadership today is therefore not only about style, but about understanding and acting across all dimensions of the business, in a world where disruption can be rapid and dramatic.

What you will learn from this session:
◾ How today’s chaotic environment and AI are reshaping leadership
◾ The key challenges leaders face in rapidly changing organizations
◾ A clear leadership model built around 12 dimensions — and how to choose the 3 that really matter
◾ The competences and skills needed to align teams and boost performance
◾ Insightful discussions, Q&A, and networking with senior peers

📍 EVENT DETAILS
✔️ 13 February 2026
⏰ 08:00 – 10:00 CET
📍 Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s, Avenue Louise 71, Brussels
💼 For Senior Executives, Business Leaders & Managers
🎟️ Free of charge – Request your invitation: https://mce.eu/mce-executive-updates/leadership-to-boost-performance/

19/11/2025

ATD Saudi Arabia 2025 was a great experience for the MCE team!

It was a valuable opportunity to meet HR, L&D, and leadership professionals and exchange ideas about the future of development across the region.

Thank you to all who joined the keynote by Patrick Faniel, Managing Director at MCE - Management Centre Europe and engaged with his ideas on human-centred leadership in an AI era.

We appreciated every conversation at the MCE booth and look forward to continuing these connections beyond the event.

17/11/2025

ATD Saudi Arabia 2025 is taking place today!

The energy in Riyadh is inspiring, and it’s great to see so many HR, L&D, and leadership professionals gathering to shape the future of development across the region.

If you’re onsite, we’d be delighted to welcome you at the MCE - Management Centre Europe booth. Stop by to meet our team and explore how we help organizations strengthen leadership capability in an era of rapid transformation: Osama Dukhan, Sobeie ISA, Mary Ibrahim.

And don’t miss the keynote session by Patrick Faniel, Managing Director at MCE - Management Centre Europe, on one of the most important topics in today’s business world:

➡️ Leading in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Redefining Leadership and Purpose

QNA International

15/10/2025

What do HR and L&D leaders really look for when choosing a learning partner?

A recent Nexed Insight and UNICON - The International University Consortium for Executive Education study gathered insights from over 200 professionals worldwide to find out. The results highlight what truly matters when choosing the right partner — from aligning learning with business goals to ensuring flexibility, co-creation, and impact.

At MCE, we’re sharing the key insights from this research and invite you to explore the full study.

Link to the key insights: https://mce.eu/choosing-the-right-learning-partner-for-the-right-job/