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Courses with specialized focuses and shorter durations are gaining traction, especially for those who can't make longer-term commitments outside of work. Staff at IESE Business School and Rotterdam School of Management give details on why these courses are becoming increasingly appealing.

Artificial intelligence is leading the way in changes to the curriculum of executive degrees. Schools are preparing students for technological disruption and tackling issues around how to deal with AI.

Resolving disputes and building partnerships is a central part of doing business but can be tricky. Executive courses are teaching students how they can improve their skills with hands-on experience and adapting to new scenarios, such as virtual negotiations.