Growth Accelerator is a personal development journey for senior executives, centred around one strategically significant leadership challenge. We deliberately call it the world’s slowest growth accelerator – because truly fast results are born from well-considered decisions, not from rushing. The programme combines development partnership, a community of leaders, and artificial intelligence to create clarity, courage, and systemic impact at the organisational level.
Time
May 4, 2026 - Jul 30, 2026
Capacity
6 ECTS (156 academic hours, of which 48 in classroom and 108 individual work)
Prerequisites
Language
The lectures are in Estonian but study materials include English.
Method
Self-paced - There are no scheduled class sessions. Students progress through the course at their own pace.
Price
€4,900 + VAT
Location
EBS University, A.Lauteri 3, Tallinn
A leader’s greatest risk is not moving too slowly, but moving at the wrong speed – acting before the problem has been properly defined. Growth Accelerator creates space to pause, reflect, and reach the root causes.
This programme is not built on lectures, tests, or exams.
At its core is one strategically important leadership challenge that the participant works on in depth throughout the entire journey. Contemporary management theories are not treated as abstract models, but as practical tools – applied within one’s own organisation, adapted to context, and tested through real decisions with real people.
A structured reflection process and a dedicated development partner form an essential part of the journey, helping participants examine their thinking patterns, decision logic, and leadership choices from new perspectives. This is where clarity emerges – not from speed, but from deliberate and conscious action.
The journey culminates in a structured development report and a final workshop, where the participant presents their learning path, key decisions, and organisational impact. The result is not merely new knowledge or an inspiring experience, but a transformed leadership practice, stronger decision confidence, and a sharper strategic focus.
The programme is designed for leaders operating in Estonia and is intended for:
Growth Accelerator does not have a fixed start date or predetermined academic calendar. The programme begins when you are ready to start, and the timing of the development cycle is agreed upon in collaboration with your development partner.
The frequency and format of meetings are arranged individually. Sessions may take place in person or online, depending on your schedule and preferences. As a general principle, meetings are held once a week to ensure consistent focus and meaningful depth.
Typically, the development cycle lasts approximately three months; however, the actual duration depends on the scope of the challenge and your objectives.
Growth Accelerator starts at May 4, 2026
The participant determines the programme’s duration (12 weeks) as well as the exact start and end dates (and, if desired, a summer break), and can plan the development programme’s timeline according to their needs.
Marko Rillo (PhD) is the Head of the MBA Programme and an IT and consultancy entrepreneur. He has advised companies, the European Commission, the EBRD, and the UN on business model renewal, innovative initiatives, and strategic development.
Marko earned his PhD in Management from the University of St. Gallen, focusing on how managers balance innovation and efficiency (Organizational Ambidexterity). He is also known for researching workplace playfulness and advancing the LEGO Serious Play methodology. He holds a master’s in economics from TalTech, a bachelor’s in business from EBS, and has studied strategy and innovation at INSEAD, IESE, and other renowned institutions. He teaches innovation, strategy, and change management and leads Helge Kool, a social initiative promoting happier school days for students.
Price
€4,900
+ VAT
Price with VAT €6,076
Purchase access to development programme
Payable in several instalments!
If this sparked your interest and you would like more information about Growth Accelerator, you can book a consultation with one of our development partners.
Alternatively, leave us your contact details and we will send you additional information about the programme – arengukiirendi@ebs.ee
