Leadership 

Customised programmes built for you

We know your time is precious. And that you need to make the most of your time at Cannes Lions. That's why our leadership training courses are customised each year to the specifications of those taking part. It means the courses will specifically address the issues your business is facing. And you'll be able to talk through your problems in a confidential space to get to the best solutions.

The Cannes Lions School

A purpose-built campus at the heart of the Festival, the School is home to the LIONS Academies. The campus is designed as a home for the next generation of professionals to grow their potential and learn from industry leaders, including purpose built classrooms, a cafe, outdoor networking terrace, a shared stage for large scale talks and chill-out zones.

In partnership with Deloitte Digital.

The LIONS Academies

Learn from the best

Join a course to

  • Become a better leader

    When you learn how to transform challenges into opportunities with creativity.
  • Deliver business value

    Return to your business better prepared with the tools to manage risk and fear of failure.
  • Learn with world-class teachers

    Learn from senior professionals. Expect the leaders of global corporations, professional educators and business coaches.
  • Enjoy top-level networking

    Expand your professional network and meet the global industry’s most senior players.
  • Get VIP festival access

    Courses include VIP access to the Cannes Lions Festival. Be inspired by award-winning work. Hear from speakers. Attend awards shows and networking events.
  • Benefit from a customised programme

    Each programme delivers a customised learning experience. Pre-festival conversations ensure the course will help answer you business challenges.
  • Be part of an exclusive environment

    Talk openly about business challenges thanks to the programme's intimate learning environment.

"Get clearer on what's constant, what's changing, and what shifts we need to make as leaders in our organisations."

Amanda Banfield, Vice President Snacking and Marketing Services, Mondelez Europe