Owner-Manager Programme

Improve the way you run your business. Build the strategic thinking, leadership skills, and innovative mindset needed to scale sustainably with this programme. With it, you can turn everyday operations into long-term success.

The Owner-Manager Programme is designed for founders and co-owners of established businesses with an annual turnover of at least ₦200 million. It also caters to partners in professional firms with a team of five or more professionals. The programme is ideal for seasoned professionals ready to transition into entrepreneurship and build sustainable enterprises.

Hybrid Programme

3 Runs

Lagos

Programme Date

1st run: Mar 9, 2026 (25 days over 5 months)

2nd run: May 11, 2026 (25 days over 5 months) 3rd run: Oct 11, 2026 (25 days over 5 months)

Hybrid Programme

3 Runs

Lagos

Programme Fee

₦8,000,000 | $4,500 (International Module)

Programme Overview

The Owner-Manager Programme (OMP) is built for business owners and managing directors who want to take their organisations to the next level of growth. It equips participants with the tools to strengthen strategy, improve decision-making, and lead with purpose in an increasingly competitive market. Through practical insights, case studies, and peer learning, business leaders discover how to scale effectively while sustaining profitability.

After completing the programme, participants join the Lagos Business School Alumni Association, a powerful community of over 9,000 business leaders across industries and continents. This network provides ongoing access to new ideas, partnerships, and learning opportunities that continue long after the programme ends.

Key Learning Outcomes

Build a competitive and sustainable business through strategic innovation.

Develop entrepreneurial leadership that inspires creativity and commitment.

Master the dynamics of impact-driven business for long-term profitability.

Hybrid Programme

3 Runs

Programme Date

1st run: Mar 9, 2026 (25 days over 5 months)

2nd run: May 11, 2026 (25 days over 5 months) 3rd run: Oct 11, 2026 (25 days over 5 months)

Programme Fee

₦8,000,000 | $4,500 (International Module) (Excluding VAT)

Delivered one week (per month) over six months, the Owner-Manager Programme blends classroom learning, case discussions, and peer collaboration to strengthen leadership and business growth capabilities.

Module 1: Marketing Management

Build strategies that drive customer engagement and growth.

Module 2: Operations & Financial Management

Streamline processes and optimise profitability.

Module 3: Human Resource Management

Develop and retain high-performing teams.

Module 4: Business Strategy & Innovation

Learn to position your business for long-term competitiveness.

Module 5: Entrepreneurship & AI Applications

Explore new opportunities and leverage AI to drive business.

Through practical insights and shared experiences, participants gain the tools to tackle real-world challenges, sustain growth, and scale their businesses with confidence.

Capstone Project

Dr Henrietta Onwuegbuzie | Academic Director

Dr Henrietta Onwuegbuzie is an Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and a certified Management Consultant at Lagos Business School. IFC-certified as a management trainer, she drives economic development and socio-economic transformation in Nigeria and Africa, having supported the creation of over 100 profitable, impact-driven businesses through LBS MBA and Executive programmes. She serves as Director of the Business Innovation Accelerator and Project Director for the Impact Investing initiative. Awarded for excellence in entrepreneurship and impact investing, she is a Distinguished Fellow of the Global Africa Leadership Council. With prior experience in women’s development projects and corporate banking, she also provides board-level guidance and consulting across industries and sectors.

Professor Olawale Ajai

Olawale Ajai is Professor of Legal, Social, and Political Environment of Business and Head of Strategy at Lagos Business School. He holds a PhD in law and teaches business law, financial inclusion, digital economy, non-market strategy, microeconomics of competitiveness, and public policy. His research focuses on digital financial services law, corporate governance, sustainability, and non-market strategy. He serves on the IUCN Environmental Law Commission and leads the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation–funded project on sustainable digital financial services for underserved Nigerians. Formerly, he held senior roles at Dunlop Nigeria Plc and the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies and contributed to national environmental legislation.

Dr Henrietta Onwuegbuzie | Academic Director

Professor Olawale Ajai

The Admission Process

Begin your path to professional and personal growth with our straightforward enrollment process.

Complete an application form online or make a request to execedsales@lbs.edu.ng

All applications undergo a thorough screening process prior to confirmation of admission.

The Learning and Customer Experience Manager will get in touch with you as soon as an admission is granted.

Owner-Manager Programme

Programme Date

Programme Fee

Programme Overview

Key Learning Outcomes

Programme Date

Programme Fee

Dr Henrietta Onwuegbuzie | Academic Director

Professor Olawale Ajai

Dr Henrietta Onwuegbuzie | Academic Director

Professor Olawale Ajai

The Admission Process

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