Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has announced that enrolments for its 2026 Business of Consulting Engineering Management Development Programme (BCE MDP) will be limited to 30 participants.

The organisation said on November 24 that this decision was to ensure a high-quality learning experience that emphasises personalised mentorship, active engagement and practical outcomes.

“Limiting next year’s intake to 30 participants [is to maintain the] quality and impact that define this programme. With a smaller cohort, we create a more inclusive and interactive learning environment, one that encourages deeper discussion, stronger peer connections, and meaningful collaboration.

“Every student will benefit from personalised mentoring and the opportunity to fully engage with the programme’s material,” Cesa CEO Chris Campbell said.

He added that continuous learning was important for consulting engineers.

“The BCE MDP will equip engineers with the strategic insight and management capability to accelerate their careers and add measurable value to their firms,” Campbell added.

The BCE MDP is designed to bridge the gap between technical engineering expertise and business leadership. The ten-month programme includes more than 60 practical and strategic focused subjects on project delivery, legal and contractual aspects, financial management and interpersonal skills.

Campbell explained that engineers increasingly have to face complex projects, multidisciplinary teams, and high client expectations that demand leadership, decision-making and commercial awareness.

“By emphasising these skills, the programme helps create a new generation of leaders who can drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth, reinforcing the profession’s role in shaping South Africa’s infrastructure and economic future,” he said.

On this industry-specific management development programme, participants will engage in one afternoon of weekly interactive online sessions, with bespoke materials and certification, carrying 15 Engineering Council of South Africa continuing professional development credits.

“By combining real-world case studies with practical application, the BCE MDP continues to evolve in response to the changing demands of the consulting engineering industry,” Campbell said.