Stellenbosch Business Institute

Stellenbosch Business Institute Shaping leaders who think, SHIFT and adapt. Executive education BEYOND a business school. WHAT MAKES SBI UNIQUE? Registration No. 2004/HE07/003

Our solutions go beyond 'executive learning'; we empower people to solve organisational challenges through consulting and co-creation. We consult with and guide our clients towards the answers they need and the outcomes that they intuitively know are appropriate for their projects. Through customised simulations and immersive learning methods, we combine research-based evidence with practical appl

ication of learning insights. We co-create a customised leadership experience, tailored to the organisation's needs as a trusted and valued implementation partner. Our learning initiatives can easily be incorporated into the organisation's current learning initiatives. We offer academic integrity that seamlessly integrates into an experience-based journey to entrench new behaviours and redefine “LeaderSHIFT.”

We shape and co-create experience-based solutions for real-world sustainability. We have a specialised focus on the development of women, and offer unique niche topics which are future focused. Our goal is to demonstrate insight generation for leaders so that they can take action for a return on investment. Stellenbosch Business Institute is an operating division within the Da Vinci Institute, and together they are changing the face of executive learning. There are a number of accredited qualifications available at the Da Vinci Institute, ranging from a Higher Certificate to a Doctoral Degree. The Da Vinci Institute for Technology Management (Pty) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997.

09/09/2026

Coffee before a nap may sound counterintuitive, but the timing matters. ☕

In this LeaderSHIFT moment, Daniel Pink explains how caffeine takes around 25 minutes to enter the bloodstream.

Combine it with a short nap and you can wake up with the restorative benefit of rest, followed by the energising effect of caffeine.

It is a simple example of how performance is not only shaped by what we do, but when we do it.

Watch the clip for the science behind smarter timing.

08/09/2026

Managers are often promoted for doing the job well — not for leading the people who now do it.

In this video, Hester-Heleen Burger, Chief Operating Officer at Isa Carstens Academy, shares her perspective on the 1-Week Management Development Programme.

The real value of management development is what changes back in the business: stronger leadership, sharper decisions, greater accountability and more aligned teams.

The Open Enrolment 1-Week MDP takes place in Cape Town from 19–23 October 2026.

Early bird: R36,600 excl. VAT until 15 September
Standard fee: R40,246.25 excl. VAT

Book a 20-minute Leadership Impact Conversation to explore what the programme could unlock in your business: www.sbinstitute.co.za/mdp/

08/09/2026

Risk leadership is not only about how an individual responds to uncertainty. It is about building organisations that can adapt, make better decisions and remain resilient when conditions change.

Through SBI’s Biomimicry Immersive Experience, leaders learn to:

Recognise change earlier
Respond to feedback faster
Make decisions without waiting for certainty
Build more adaptable and resilient teams

The result is leadership capability that strengthens the organisation — not only the individual.

Book a 20-minute Leadership Impact Conversation to explore what this could unlock in your business: https://www.sbinstitute.co.za/discovery/

07/09/2026

Could the right nap improve clarity and performance?

Not all naps are created equal. In this LeaderSHIFT moment, bestselling author Daniel Pink explains why a short nap can restore energy and focus, while sleeping too long can leave you fighting sleep inertia and grogginess.

The lesson is simple. Better performance is not only about how hard we work. It is also about understanding when the brain is best able to recover and perform.

Watch the clip for the science behind better timing.

04/09/2026

What does successful leadership development look like when the pressure is on?

For Eduvos, it looked like decision making moving deeper into the organisation. Emerging leaders took responsibility, showed initiative and introduced new ways of working, while the Executive Committee stepped back and watched their growth with pride.

Dr Siegie Brownlee, CEO of Eduvos SA, attributes this shift to the consistent training, care and support invested in their leaders over time.

This is the real impact of leadership development. Decisions no longer depend on a few people at the top. Leadership capacity grows throughout the organisation.

Ready to build confident, accountable leaders at every level of your organisation? Speak to SBI about a leadership development journey designed around your business.

Visit https://www.sbinstitute.co.za/

03/09/2026

Better brainstorming does not begin with everyone in the same room.

In this LeaderSHIFT moment, Daniel Pink explains why people should first generate ideas independently and asynchronously, before coming together to discuss and develop them.

Individual thinking creates space for more perspectives. Intentional collaboration then helps the group evaluate, connect and strengthen those ideas.

The result is a more thoughtful process, better use of meeting time and stronger collective thinking.

What could your team move from synchronous to asynchronous?

Some of the most valuable business conversations happen without an agenda. ☕Join us for the next SBI BRU, a relaxed spac...
02/09/2026

Some of the most valuable business conversations happen without an agenda. ☕

Join us for the next SBI BRU, a relaxed space for gents in business to connect, exchange ideas and build meaningful relationships over coffee.

Our September Bru of the Month is Jonas Adoro, Business Growth Strategist, Trust Economy Thought Leader and Founder of Oroda Business Consultants.

📅 Tuesday, 22 September 2026
⏰ 12:30 to 14:00
📍 The Human Bean, The Campus, Bryanston
☕ Coffee and treats are complimentary

No selling. No presentations. No formalities. Just good conversation and genuine connection.

RSVP to help us plan the coffee. SBI BRU does not require a ticket, and walk ins are always welcome:
https://www.sbinstitute.co.za/sbi-bru/

02/09/2026

Your managers do not need another course. They need a leadership shift they can carry back into the business.

Sign them up for the 1-Week MDP (Management Development Programme) — a five-day journey that combines brain science, EQ, personal mastery, sensemaking, design thinking and practical action.

Designed for managers/leaders who need sharper decision-making and a more aligned approach to leading under pressure.

Cape Town 19–23 October 2026
Early-bird rate: R36,600 per participant excl. VAT

Today is the final day to secure the discounted rate before the price increases to R40,246.25 excl. VAT per participant.

Register your selected participants:
https://www.sbinstitute.co.za/mdp/

We’re excited to bring SBI’s Open Enrolment 1-Week Management Development Programme to Cape Town from 19–23 October 2026...
01/09/2026

We’re excited to bring SBI’s Open Enrolment 1-Week Management Development Programme to Cape Town from 19–23 October 2026.

Secure the early bird rate of R36,600 per participant, excluding VAT, by confirming and registering your participants by 4 September 2026.

01/09/2026

The most powerful learning experiences are often the ones you can still feel long after they end.

At SBI’s Biomimicry Immersive Experience, leadership learning moves beyond slides and models. Nature becomes the learning environment, giving participants the opportunity to observe resilience, adaptation and collaboration as living processes.

The experience is designed to challenge familiar assumptions, spark new questions and connect insight to real leadership challenges.

Because learning only creates impact when it changes what a leader notices, decides and does next.

Discover leadership development that comes alive:
https://www.sbinstitute.co.za/biomimicry/

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