About Duke Corporate Education

Duke Corporate Education (Duke CE), founded in 2000, is a non-profit executive education company owned by Duke University. It specializes in custom leadership development programs designed to empower leaders to navigate complex challenges and drive impactful organizational change. With headquarters in Durham, North Carolina, and offices in London, Johannesburg, and Singapore, Duke CE serves a global clientele. The organization focuses on creating tailored solutions for businesses by leveraging cutting-edge research, innovative teaching methods, and a network of over 400 educators worldwide. Consistently ranked among the top providers of custom executive education by the Financial Times, Duke CE is recognized for its excellence in program design, faculty expertise, and customer satisfaction.

Duke Corporate Education does not offer traditional career services as it primarily caters to executives and corporate leaders rather than students seeking job placements. Instead, Duke CE focuses on leadership transformation within organizations through custom programs that empower participants to advance their careers by enhancing leadership skills, strategic decision-making capabilities, and organizational impact. Its programs are designed to foster professional growth through experiential learning, mentoring, and real-world applications. Participants benefit from tailored coaching sessions that address specific leadership challenges and opportunities within their organizations. Additionally, Duke CE’s partnerships with leading corporations ensure that its clients receive actionable insights and tools to drive success at scale. Programs like the Adaptive Strategic Execution Program (in collaboration with Korn Ferry) equip leaders with the mindset and skillset necessary to thrive in volatile business environments.