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Our School of Consulting Engineering (SCE) invites our members to apply for the 2026 class of our prestigious Business of Consulting Engineering Management Development Programme (BCE MDP). This is a strategic investment in your company’s future leadership, tailored for young professionals. The programme provides a holistic understanding of the consulting engineering environment, beyond the technical aspects. 

The BCE-MDP equips young professionals with essential skills across five core modules: 

• Project Delivery: A comprehensive understanding of the full project lifecycle, focusing on the consulting engineer’s roles and responsibilities from inception to closeout. 

• Legal & Contract Law: Foundational understanding of the legal system, business structures, and key principles of contract and construction law. 

• Business & Project Finance: Practical insights into budgeting, costing, financial processes, administration, and financial analysis for engineering projects. 

• Consulting Engineering Environment: A comprehensive understanding of the industry’s structure and operations, including quality and risk management, sustainability, health & safety, and ethics. 

• Interpersonal Skills: Development of leadership, people management, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict, stress, and time management skills. 

With new Employment Equity targets for large employers, upskilling your existing talent is not just a nice-to-have, but a must-have. CEOs and HR leaders who invest in top-performing young engineers through BCE-MDP build a dynamic, motivated workforce ready to take on broader responsibilities and drive business performance. Sign up for our 2026 BCE MDP here. 

Missed our information session on 23 October? Our next session is taking place on 20 November 2025. Register Now. 

These sessions are designed to introduce members to the BCE MDP, providing a comprehensive overview of the programme’s objectives, structure, and benefits. 

Don’t miss your chance to learn more and take the next step in your professional development. For more information, please contact Melissa Jardine at melissa@cesa.co.za