Get a Practitioner Diploma in
Executive Coaching

Accredited by: ICF Level 1, EMCC Practitioner level, AC Accredited Programme

Are you an experienced manager, leader, coach, trainer or consultant who wants to add Executive Coaching to your skillset? Since 2018 Kompass has partnered with AoEC in the GCC and Levant regions to provide certified coach training programmes.
Register for AoEC’s Practitioner Diploma to become a certified executive coach.
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Why Choose Kompass in partnership with
AoEC for Your Practitioner Training?

Our ICF Accredited Practitioner Diploma Programme in Executive Coaching

At Kompass Consultancy, in partnership with AoEC, we understand how profound an impact coaching can have on organisations and external clients alike. Coaching is more than simply a skill; it’s a powerful instrument for generating positive transformation at both the individual and organisational levels.
Our AoEC Practitioner Diploma programme is designed to help you discover your unique coaching style, preparing you to become a certified executive coach with an indelible mark. We help you through our innovative experiential training methods to master the art of coaching to develop your unique presence.
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Programme Outline: Practitioner Diploma Training with Kompass Consultancy, in partnership with AoEC

We focus on building, understanding, and concluding coaching relationships and contracts. Additionally, the programme offers:

  • Group and one-on-one mentor coaching sessions
  • Small group discussions after each module
  • An online programme for further development
  • Coaching practice with at least two clients for a minimum of 10 hours
  • A supervision session before the Assessment day
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3 Benefits of Becoming a
Certified Executive Coach

  • Increased CredibilityIncreased Credibilityhigh performance team coaching

    When you become certified, you immediately increase your credibility as a coach. This can help you win the trust of potential clients and build long-term relationships with them.

  • Opportunities for Growthcareer coachinghow to develop leadership skills in employees

    Accreditation allows you to take your coaching career to the next level and reach new heights. Better job opportunities will come your way, and your networking opportunities will increase.

  • Enhanced Skill SetKey Difference Between Leader and ManagerEnhanced Skill Set

    Accreditation helps executive coaches with the latest tools and techniques in order to provide better service to their clients. Coaches who are accredited are able to offer more value to their clients and help them achieve their goals faster.

Our ICF Level 1 Accredited Programme in Dubai

About The Diploma in Executive Coaching

Graduating from this programme will provide you with ICF-Level 1 for 62.5 total hours of coach-specific education, EMCC Global Individual Accreditation at Practitioner Level and AC-AACT for Foundation Executive Coach.

Held over a series of 3 two-day modules plus an Assessment Day, over a period of 18 weeks, participants work with the AoEC’s comprehensive coaching model of Beginnings, Middles and Endings to mirror the Executive Coaching process.

This practitioner training programme has been accredited by the main internationally recognised coaching bodies - being one of the few triple accredited programmes worldwide - the International Coaching Federation (ICF), European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and the Association for Coaching (AC).

The Practitioner Diploma Training Programme’s Modules

AoEC Practitioner Diploma in
Executive Coaching Step by Step

Module 1

Engaging the client
6 & 7 September 2025

In the first module, we’ll focus on establishing purpose and scope, practising essential coaching frameworks, and improving listening and questioning skills through interactive practice sessions with direct feedback.

Module 2

Deepening the understanding
25 & 26 October 2025

In the second module, we’ll look at how emotions affect coaching, how coaching boundaries differ from those of other management positions, how to incorporate creativity into coaching, and how to conduct supervised coaching sessions.

Module 3

Successful review and closure
6 & 7 December 2025

In the third session, we’ll employ solutions-focused coaching strategies to achieve positive results, look at coaching within organisational and leadership frameworks, and address the problems of closure, ensuring a healthy conclusion for all involved parties.

Assessment Days

Evaluation
17 & 18 January 2026

On the assessment day, you’ll showcase your evolving Coaching Framework and Model, submit a reflective essay, and undergo a live coaching demonstration evaluated against ICF and EMCC criteria for certification.

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Commitments for Each Module of the Practitioner Diploma Training

What’s the Work Between Each Session of Practitioner Diploma Programme

The timeframe between modules allows for flexible time management for all the commitments pre and post each session. Pre-Module 1 includes recommended readings and approximately 1.5 hours of online pre-course viewing. Post-Module 1 tasks include starting coaching sessions with two clients, participating in group mentor coaching and small group discussions, and completing approximately 2 hours of online interactive e-learning.
Each following module requires similar commitments, such as practice coaching sessions, mentor coaching, discussions, individual sessions, online learning, and assessment preparation, which includes a 3,000-word reflective essay and a 20-minute presentation of your coaching approach.
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The team

Meet Our
Experience
Faculty in Dubai

Leila Rezaiguia

Leila Rezaiguia

MA, PCC, ORSC, NLP, STC, EIA, ESIA
Co- Founder & Managing Partner of Kompass Consultancy

Leila is a highly sought-after multi-lingual Executive, Systemic Team Coach, Coach Trainer, Accredited Coach Supervisor and ICF Mentor Coach with over 25 years, in public and private sectors. She’s been working with leading organisations and individuals to enhance productivity, maximise performance, and accelerate growth across 5 continents. She is renowned for her high energy, enthusiasm, passion, fun-loving nature, and her love for building connections, empowering and working with people from diverse cultures. She is passionate about 1:1 & Systemic Team Coaching, Coach Training, Coaching Supervision, Women in Leadership and Wholehearted Creativity. She works with her clients in English, Arabic and French.

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Ebru Goksu Yildirim

Ebru Goksu Yildirim

BEC, MCC, CPCC, ORSC, NLP, STC, EIA, ESIA

Ebru is an empowering, creative, and growth oriented ICF Certified executive, leadership and team coach, facilitator, mentor and a trainer. She’s been coaching and mentoring individuals, executives, and teams since 2011. She has a BA in Economics, and is a Marketing Communications Expert with almost 20 years of experience, which she gained through working in different fields of Advertising and Marketing in the MENAT region. During her corporate experience, she held senior roles in the region where she led large businesses and teams. She works with individuals and teams by staying true to her life-purpose of ‘unlocking potential’. She works with her clients in English and Turkish.

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Irene Riad

Irene Riad

PCC, STC, EQCC, CQC Founder and CEO, SIGHTcet, Albania

Irene is a multi-lingual Executive, Career and Systemic Team Coach and ICF PCC with over 20 years, in public and private sectors, working with leading organizations and individuals to enhance productivity, maximize performance, and accelerate growth. Her subject matter expertise lies in executive coaching, systemic team coaching, leadership assessment and development, high potential pipeline development, talent and performance management, as well as learning and development. She works with her clients in English and Arabic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Diploma in Executive Coaching is designed for people with a basic understanding of coaching, including experienced coaches and professionals who want to get certification or increase their career opportunities. Previous programmes have benefited participants from a variety of backgrounds, including management, human resources, training, consulting, leadership, transitioning employees, CEOs, CMOs, CFOs, department heads, in-house coaches, organisations that foster coaching cultures, aspiring coaches, business owners, and educational leaders.
There is a questionnaire, some recommended reading and also some online learning via the interactive e-learning portal (approximately two hours). You are expected to find a minimum of two practice clients to work with, free of charge, during the programme (to be ready following module one onwards). We will provide some guidance around this.
We advise against missing days wherever possible and recommend working in the same cohort for the full duration of the programme to enhance your personal learning journey and network building. If for any reason you need to transfer to another programme, we will work with you to ensure the best possible outcome.
The assessment for the Diploma in Executive Coaching consists of a full day with presentations held in the morning and coaching demonstrations in the afternoon. Your 3,000 word essay will need to be completed and emailed to the relevant faculty member in advance of your assessment day.
The programme includes an assessment day and if for any reason, you do not pass, our faculty will continue to work closely with you to ensure you can re-submit your essay or repeat your demonstration or presentation to work on your goal and become a certified executive coach.
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Testimonials

“I’m proud to share that I’ve successfully completed the Executive Coaching Diploma with AoEC. This journey has been both deeply personal and profoundly professional — a space for learning, unlearning, and growing. I’m deeply grateful to my mentors: Leila Rezaiguia ESIA, ICF PCC, EMCC SP, AC Fellow, ORSC, NLP, STC and Ebru Goksu Yildirim – ICF MCC, EMCC ESIA and CSA Coach Supervisor, whose guidance shaped my path, and to my peers, who challenged and inspired me with every conversation. Along the way, I’ve shaped a coaching philosophy that will continue to grow with me. At its heart is this belief: “Like a tree, coaching is about creating space to root deeply, grow steadily, and stretch toward possibility. It is grounded in presence, nurtured by trust, and made whole through courageous connection.” Coaching isn’t just a skillset. It’s a way of being. One that helps you become a better human, a more intentional leader, and a more compassionate coach.”

Zaur Shiraliyev

“The ADSG in-house Practitioner Diploma programme was very informative, reflective, organised and fun. Being part of the PD programme was a great opportunity for me to explore and grow. It provided me with clear structure and useful set of tools and techniques for my coaching sessions. It was also a room to learn about myself and my traits. Mentoring sessions with Leila were the extra mile to sharpen my skills, organise my thoughts and support my journey as a coach with one of the most skilful and experienced coach in the field. Leila is a great mentor, teacher, and coach. I learned so much from her vast experience and knowledge. She is very professional and I became a better coach under her supervision. Thank you for all your support.. Thank you for being YOU.”

Sumaya AlAkbari, Senior Specialist

Department of Community Development, UAE

“I would highly recommend the AoEC Practitioner Diploma programme as it adds immense value to both aspiring and experienced coaches alike. As an experienced coach, it served as a great reminder of the key coaching skills, coaching models, and included powerful creative coaching tools to say the least.”

Merella Khoury

Executive & Leadership Coach

“One thing is definite about this coaching program: it is a big learning curve. I saw it as an opportunity for me to grow, expand my knowledge, and become better as a coach. The faculty are amazing at giving feedback and pushing you to stretch your limits. I am now more aware of myself as a coach, better at implementing my coaching skills, and more willing to work with clients around me!” It further enriched my coaching credentials by being triple-accredited by the three major global coaching bodies.”

Elias Soueidi

Executive Coach & Founder Wolf Pack

“This program has come at the right time in my career and personal life, it has supported my mindset and helped me gain new skills that I am practicing every day with my family, colleagues, and future clients.”

Ayesha Al Hassawi

“The course is very professional and engaging. It equipped me with the tools I needed to take my coaching to the next level!”

Phil Mennie

“It is a really great program with multiple learning approaches and styles that can fit any learner.”

Hazem Alaboud

“I commenced this journey to be a better manager, and I have left a better person.”

Laura Thomson

“The program is well structured and introduces the art of coaching in an interactive and engaging manner. The faculty have extensive experience and conduct the program in a warm and friendly environment.”

Hassan Bouhadi

“When I joined the course, I was skeptical about coaching and what it could do to transform people. Now that I have finished the course, I have gained a lot of insights that coaching is a must-have in all organizations to help people transform themselves.”

Ahmad Muhamad Salih

“My journey with the program was a great opportunity to tap into my coaching skills, learn, apply, and practice. The program is very well structured and balanced to ensure a fruitful environment to take the program in full and be present.”

Jameela Korek

“My learning journey has been great so far with AoEC. It has comforted my decision to develop my coaching skills and strengthen my eagerness to continue the journey and develop coaching as a business.”

Stephanie Nguyen Qui

“My experience in the Practitioner Diploma program has been truly valuable and transformative. I learned a great deal through the structured learning journey, practical exercises, and the support of knowledgeable and experienced Faculty. The diversity of participants and the mix of classroom and virtual sessions made the programme engaging and enriching. Despite some challenges, like selecting practice clients and travel costs, I feel more confident and well-prepared as a coach. I highly recommend this program to anyone seeking to grow personally and professionally in coaching.”

Ibrahem Tashkandi

“Before signing up for this programme, I researched several providers, but from the moment I spoke with Leila, I knew this was the right choice. It was immediately clear that she genuinely cared about finding the right fit, rather than simply filling spaces. That initial conversation gave me complete confidence in both her approach and the programme itself. The programme really exceeded my expectations. The content was well thought ou,t and the delivery was a mixture of theory and practical application that I could then put into practice immediately with my clients. I really could see and feel the change in my coaching style and confidence after each module. The real standout, though, was the faculty. You could tell they absolutely love what they do. Their energy, passion, and depth of experience made every session feel fun, impactfu,l and engaging. It was clear that this programme was not just about sharing knowledge, they challenged us, supported us, and genuinely cared about our growth. I came out of it feeling inspired, more confident, and with a much deeper understanding of who I am and who I want to be as a coach. Leila, Ebru, and Irene delivered a truly transformational programme that I would highly recommend to anyone considering becoming a certified coach.”

Sarah Rowley

“The coaching programme has been so much more than just a course—it has been truly eye-opening and transformative for my life. I came in expecting to learn new skills, but what I gained was far deeper. I learnt a great deal about myself—the good and the not-so-good—in a way that was honest, constructive, and ultimately empowering. It challenged me to reflect, grow, and embrace who I am, fully and unapologetically.

The faculty are nothing short of incredible. They are not only experts in their field, but also warm, compassionate, and deeply human. From the very beginning, they created a space that felt safe, encouraging, and non-judgmental. Their support was unwavering, and their belief in each of us helped us believe in ourselves. What stood out most was their invitation for everyone to show up as their full, authentic self—and to own it with pride. That level of acceptance is rare, and it made all the difference.

Beyond the content and credentials, this programme offered real connection, community, and personal growth. I leave not just with tools and knowledge, but with a clearer sense of self, a stronger voice, and the confidence to bring my whole self into my coaching and leadership. I can honestly say this experience will stay with me for life.”

Ruth Fessazion

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