MCA Training International
Quick facts
- Years trading
- 30 years (since 1996)
- Company size
- 11 to 50 employees
- Group size
- 1+
- Day rate
- £680 – £3,500
- Rating
- 4.9 out of 5 from 270 reviews
- Delivery formats
- In Person, Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT), Hybrid / blended, Meta, Virtual - On-demand learning
- Delivers in
- USA (West Coast), USA (East Coast), USA (Other), Asia, Europe, Australasia, India, UK, UAE, Canada, Central America and the Caribbean, Middle East (excluding UAE), Africa, South America, China
Trusted by Leading Organizations
About MCA Training International
Visit WebsiteMCA Training International is part of the MCA Resources Group and an established international training and coaching organisation with more than four decades of experience across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and beyond.
At the heart of MCA's work is a clear belief: sustainable performance begins with character. In industries where the stakes are high, where a decision can affect patient safety, financial integrity, regulatory standing, or the lives of people on the ground, the quality of leadership is not a peripheral concern. It is the single greatest determinant of whether your organisation performs, retains its best people, and builds a culture that endures.
Leaders who invest in developing their people do not just improve performance. They reduce the cost of poor leadership, accelerate the development of the next generation of talent, and build organisations that are genuinely resilient in the face of complexity and change.
The Business Case for Character-Based Leadership
Poor leadership is expensive. It drives talent out, erodes trust, creates compliance risk and undermines the cultures that organisations spend years trying to build. The organisations that outperform their peers over the long term are not simply better resourced or better structured. They are better led.
MCA's work exists to close that gap. We develop leaders who make better decisions, build stronger teams, retain top talent and deliver results that compound over time. For CEOs, CHROs, Managing Directors and business unit leaders, this is not a training investment. It is a strategic one.
Who We Work With
MCA has worked with more than 200,000 individuals across 500+ organisations globally, spanning some of the most demanding and high-stakes industries in the world. We work directly with C-Suite executives, Managing Directors, Chief HR Officers, Heads of Talent and Development, and the senior leaders who understand that the quality of leadership in their organisation is ultimately their responsibility.
In pharmaceutical and life sciences, we work with organisations where ethics, compliance and the quality of human judgment carry the highest possible consequences. Our clients in this space include Novartis, Merck Sharp and Dohme, and Takeda Pharmaceutical. For senior leaders in this sector, the question is not whether leadership quality matters. It is whether your organisation is developing the kind of leaders who can uphold rigorous standards under regulatory pressure, lead cross-functional teams through complexity, and build cultures where accountability and patient-centricity are embedded deeply enough to withstand scrutiny at every level.
In financial services and banking, our track record is extensive. We have partnered with Standard Bank, Nedbank, Stanbic Bank, Ecobank, Kenya Commercial Bank, United Bank for Africa and many others. In this sector, the cost of poor leadership shows up in client attrition, compliance failures, talent loss and cultures where accountability is inconsistent. Character-based leadership development directly addresses each of these risks while building the kind of organisations that attract and retain the best people.
In insurance, we have worked with Sanlam, Hollard, Prudential Life Assurance, Metropolitan Life and NICO Holdings among others. For senior leaders in this sector, where trust is the foundation of every client relationship, the character of your leaders is not a soft consideration. It is a commercial one.
In management consulting and professional services, we have partnered with Deloitte and PricewaterhouseCoopers. In firms where the product is the quality of your people, leadership development is not a support function. It is core to your value proposition, your ability to retain top talent, and your capacity to grow.
In construction and engineering, where safety culture and on-the-ground leadership directly determine both human and commercial outcomes, we bring a practical, results-oriented approach that resonates with leaders who measure success in the real world. And across energy, mining, telecommunications, international development and beyond, our work reflects one consistent principle: wherever people lead other people, character determines outcomes.
Our Approach
We do not deliver generic training programmes. Every engagement is designed around the specific context, culture and strategic priorities of the organisation. We work with senior leadership teams to understand what is at stake, what the current gaps are, and what kind of leadership capability the organisation needs to build in order to deliver on its ambitions.
Our programmes are delivered through practical training, facilitated learning and executive coaching, and they are designed to produce measurable, lasting behavioural change at every level of the organisation. We hold ourselves accountable to the same standards we develop in others.
Our character-based approach enables organisations to navigate complexity, lead through change, and build cultures that endure across teams, functions and generations. We do not believe in quick fixes. We believe in developing the kind of leaders whose influence outlasts any programme, initiative or organisational cycle.
What We Offer
• Leadership Development Programmes rooted in character, values, integrity and personal responsibility, tailored for regulated, high-stakes and high-performance environments
• Executive and Leadership Coaching for sustained personal and professional growth at every level of leadership
• High-Performance Team Development that builds the trust, accountability and cohesion that drives exceptional team results
• Organisational Culture Work that aligns people around shared purpose and values that translate into measurable everyday performance
• Specialised Leadership Programmes covering leadership under pressure, ethical decision-making, leading through change, resilience and managing compliance-driven environments
• Strategic L&D Partnership for organisations seeking a trusted external partner to design, deliver and embed leadership capability as part of a long-term people strategy
Why Senior Leaders Choose MCA
• A character-first leadership philosophy that addresses the root cause of underperformance, talent attrition, compliance risk and cultural drift
• Proven impact across 200,000+ individuals and 500+ organisations, from large multinationals to regional leaders across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and beyond
• Real credibility in regulated and high-stakes industries, with clients including Novartis, Merck Sharp and Dohme, Takeda, Standard Bank, Nedbank, Sanlam, Deloitte and PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Programmes designed around your organisation's specific context, culture and strategic priorities, not off-the-shelf solutions
• A practical, results-oriented approach focused on long-term performance and sustainable culture rather than short-term fixes
• Flexible delivery across in-person, virtual and blended formats, built to fit the realities of complex, fast-moving organisations
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is to equip people, leaders and teams with the character required to create high-performing cultures and deliver exceptional organisational performance. Our vision is to leave a lasting legacy by developing leaders who positively influence organisations, industries and generations to come.
- Location
- ZA
- Group size
- 1+
- Daily rate
- £3,500
- Number of employees
- 11 to 50
- Years trading
- 30
- Has own premises
- No
- Apprenticeships
- No
- Funded Courses
- No
- Telephone
- +27 83 270 3307
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Trainers
MCA Training International default trainer
30 years experienceMCA Training International provides leadership development programs aimed at empowering teams and organizations to reach their full potential. They offer coaching services for executives and individuals focusing on goal-setting, life balance, and leadership strategies. Their experienced facilitators deliver motivational keynotes, public speaking sessions, and consulting services to drive leadership and organizational success. They also provide assessments for recruitment, emotional intelligence, and skills evaluation. With over 28 years of experience, MCA has trained more than 100,000 individuals in 54 countries, emphasizing the development of adaptive, emotionally intelligent leaders in the modern business environment.
Dr Dave Boreham
Honorary Doctorate (Doctorate Honoris Causa) in Leadership and Human Development, Member of EMA International’s Global Facilitator Network™, Author of Have Do Be Anything You Want: Taking Charge of Your Life, CEO Monthly award recipient as most empowering training specialist and CEO in South Africa
35 years experienceLinkedIn
Founder & Executive Chairman | International Facilitator & Executive Coach/Speaker Dave is the Founder and Executive Chairman of MCA Resources Group, where he has trained over 100,000 individuals across 54 countries in 28 years. He is renowned for his refreshing, captivating presentations and his personal guarantee: “I deliver. Or it’s on me.” Dave has given more than 5,000 presentations globally, working with heads of state and top leaders from major corporations. A dynamic speaker and author, Dave wrote the bestsellers Up Where You Belong and Have Be Do Anything You Want. He is also a member of EMA International’s Global Facilitator Network™. Residing in Durban, South Africa, Dave is happily married to Charmaine and has three children.
Chief Executive Officer | International Facilitator & Executive Coach/Speaker Raynor is the CEO of MCA Resources Group and has been with MCA Training International since 2007, following two years of transformative missionary work in Kenya. Known for his sincerity and compassion, he has served as Director of Operations and Regional Manager for East Africa, collaborating with organizations such as Jospong Group, Ecobank, ZESCO, Masawara Group, TNM, and MSD. Raynor specializes in leadership development, life and business coaching, strategic development and implementation, team building, emotional intelligence, and psychometric assessments. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Leadership and Management from Shaw Academy, Ireland, and has over 18 years of experience. Raynor has designed innovative training programs such as “Stress That Motivates” and “Steps to Success for Teens.” He resides in Durban, South Africa, with his wife Kelsey and their two daughters, Brooklyn and Zara. Focus Areas: Life, Goal Setting & Visioning Coaching; Coaching for individuals up to middle management
Chief Business Development Officer | Leadership, Sales, and Personal Mastery Coach With over 30 years of experience in leadership development, sales performance, and personal mastery, Stefan Lessing serves as Chief Business Development Officer at MCA Training International. He is a Certified Professional Life Coach, accredited by Transformation Academy™, and holds a B Prim Ed degree from North-West University. Beginning his career as a teacher, Stefan transitioned into adult learning, executive coaching, and corporate leadership programs, where he has consistently helped individuals and organisations unlock their full potential. Stefan’s career includes more than a decade in the financial services sector, where he notably managed the financial adviser learning track at Old Mutual. Since then, he has partnered with leading organisations such as Nedbank, First National Bank, Stanbic, Mediclinic, Santam, Verso, Lancet Laboratories, Eskom, Principa Solutions, Ogilvy, and AddPay. His coaching style blends empathy, structure, and strategic insight, empowering leaders and teams to navigate change, build resilience, and deliver sustainable performance. As an author, Stefan has shared his personal and professional insights through The Break of Dawn (Afrikaans: Lig deur die Krake), offering practical tools for personal growth, and through his self-guided program Become the Person You Want to Be. Guided by values of gratitude, wisdom, self-esteem, trust, and abundance, he continues to inspire transformation at both personal and organisational levels. Stefan lives in Cape Town with his wife, Adèle, and their five children.
Coach and Country Head: Ghana and Togo Patrick is an international coach and bilingual training facilitator, passionately focused on human capital development. He has trained middle managers and senior corporate executives in over 17 African countries, specializing in high-performance leadership, team engagement, emotional intelligence, mentoring, and coaching. Formerly in banking for nearly 13 years, Patrick excelled in operations, trade finance, and customer service before dedicating himself fully to training and coaching. He holds an Executive Master’s in Business Administration (Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Impact) from the University of Milan and an MBA in Finance from Central University, Ghana. Patrick is a Genos Emotional Intelligence Coach, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from Erickson Coaching International, and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) from the ICF. Married to Freda, they have a daughter.
Coach: Ghana Freda believes in achieving goals through tenacity and diligence, leveraging one’s strengths and abilities. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management (MBA, HRM), a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, and a Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Marketing (CIM-UK). A trained counselor with close to ten years of professional experience, Freda has worked as a marketer and as a research data analyst for the African Economic Research Consortium on a UN World Food Programme project. Gifted with strong analytical skills, she enjoys reading and spending time with family. Freda is married to Patrick, and they have a daughter.
Prisca Nyamupachitu
MBA, BSc Sociology Honours degree, IPMZ Training Management Diploma, IPMZ Higher Diploma course, a Teaching Diploma, SABPP HR trained Auditor, MDP Diploma
32 years experienceLinkedIn
Prisca Nyamupachitu is an Executive Human Capital Strategist and Board Advisor with over 25 years of experience across banking, FMCG, education and training, and consulting. As Country Head for MCA Training International and Managing Consultant of Futures Human Capital, she works with boards, CEOs, and leadership teams on people strategy, culture, leadership capability, and workforce performance. She previously served as Cluster Head of HR for Ecobank, leading multi-country HR strategy across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Malawi, and the DRC. Her work included post-merger integration in two markets, governance transitions, workforce redesign, HR auditing, and performance improvement. Prisca is a Chartered HR Practitioner and award-winning leader, recognised as IPMZ Best Female HR Practitioner of the Year, Outstanding Leader in Human Capital Development, and Gold Award winner for Outstanding HR Leadership in Banking. She serves on the boards of two educational institutions and is the Founder of Jonpris Foundation Trust, partnered with Tools with a Mission (TWAM UK). Her focus areas include HR strategy, organisational restructuring, talent and succession planning, leadership development, performance systems, culture and change, employee relations, governance, and board advisory on human capital risk.
Dr Terence Muchengwa
PhD in International Development, Master’s Degree in International Finance, Master’s Degree in Energy and Sustainability, Certified International Coach (trained under Dr John C Maxwell), Licensed Master Trainer, ILO Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) Programme, Certified in Climate Finance and ESG
21 years experienceLinkedIn
Terence is an accomplished, high-impact Leadership and Executive Coach, trained by leadership expert Dr. John C. Maxwell. He specializes in guiding CEOs, emerging C-suite leaders, and their teams to enhance leadership skills, integrate purpose, and foster a culture of growth. With over 35 years of distinguished experience across corporate leadership, international development, and institutional transformation. He is a trusted advisor, trainer, and strategist, delivering high-impact coaching, training, and advisory services to senior executives, organizations, and development institutions across Africa and globally. Known for purpose-driven and captivating presentations, Dr. Terence helps individuals overcome fears and unlock their potential. Dr. Terence excels in unlocking human potential, helping individuals and teams overcome limiting beliefs, build confidence, and achieve higher performance. His focus on personal transformation supports organizational success, fostering empowered leaders who drive innovation, resilience, and sustainable growth. He has partnered with leading organisations such as the Bank of Zambia, Access Bank and First Quantum Mines. Dr Terence is a holder of a PhD in International Development; Master’s Degree in International Finance; Master’s Degree in Energy and Sustainability; Certified International Coach Accredited by the John C. Maxwell Team; Licensed Master Trainer, ILO Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) Programme; Certified in Climate Finance and ESG; Borad Chairperson under INUA Sustainable Impact Trust and Board Director under FINCA Zambia. Dr Terence`s expertise spans Finance: Financial literacy, strategic finance, climate finance, resource alignment. Leadership: Executive and transformational leadership, emotional intelligence, purpose-driven leadership. Human Resources: Talent development, performance management and culture transformation. Management: Strategy execution, organizational performance and change management. Marketing and Sales: Market systems development, business growth strategies and business development. Communication and Professional Development: Executive communication, leadership presence, personal effectiveness, coaching, and mentoring. He emphasizes emotional intelligence and self-awareness as cornerstones of effective leadership, consistently leading corporate teams to greater performance and results. Residing in Lusaka, Zambia, he is happily married to Felistus and has four children and four grandchildren.
Jean Rene Ngando Moukala
MBA, GRCP Certified, Certified Coach Mindvalley University, MCA Certified Coach Lev 1
15 years experienceLinkedIn
Coach and Country Head: Cameroon Jean Rene is a seasoned banker with over 35 years of experience in senior and executive roles across Africa. His expertise spans bank management, credit and risk management, operations, business development, structured trade finance, governance, and compliance. Fluent in both French and English, he is a strong communicator with exceptional problem-solving skills. He holds a Master’s in Economics from the University of Sciences and Technology Lille (France), an MBA from ESG UQAM (Canada), and is a graduate of the Institut Français d’Ingénierie (CNAM, Paris). Certified as a life coach by Mindvalley University and in Governance, Risk, and Compliance from OCEG, Jean Rene is committed to helping managers improve performance, develop talents, and strengthen leadership.
Accredited Coach | Executive Leader | Chartered Accountant (FCCA) Naana is an accomplished Chartered Accountant (FCCA) with over 30 years of experience in the Financial Services sector, holding executive and board-level roles across Africa and Europe. She is a seasoned bilingual banker and accredited coach, known for her strategic leadership in Retail Banking, Wealth Management, Talent Development, and Customer Experience. Her extensive career includes technical expertise in Sales and Portfolio Management, Digital Banking Strategy, Product Control, Derivatives Accounting, and Market Risk Management. Naana has also served on several boards within the financial services industry and notably co-chaired the Diversity & Inclusion Council of a leading African banking group. Naana brings a unique blend of deep financial acumen, cross-cultural leadership, and coaching insight—making her a valuable partner in developing high-performing teams and driving organisational transformation.
Associate and Coach, South Africa Mark is an MCA Certified Coach and manufacturing leadership specialist with over four decades of experience in manufacturing and operations across South Africa, Eswatini, the United Kingdom and continental Europe. Educated in both South Africa and the UK, his passion for craftsmanship and excellence began early and led to a Cabinet Maker’s qualification completed in West Germany, followed by a Production Management Diploma in Cape Town. Mark has held senior leadership roles throughout his career, always putting people first and systems second. As Factory Manager at Tradewinds Parasol, he guided the company to ISO 9001 certification while quadrupling output and growing the workforce to 80 employees. He later served as Managing Director of Inka Parasols, building a small operation into a globally competitive manufacturer exporting to the West Indies, the United States, Africa and the Middle East. As General Manager of BTI Branding Solutions, he helped secure major national accounts such as Sasol and Tiger Wheel & Tyre. After a 15-year tenure as Managing Director of Inka Holdings, he continues to consult for the company while dedicating more of his time to coaching and facilitation. His coaching, accredited as MCA Coach Level 1, reflects natural empathy, careful listening and a strong commitment to helping others grow. Outside of work, Mark is passionate about fine art photography, rugby and Formula One. He is known for integrity, humility and quiet strength, qualities that make him both a respected professional and a trusted coach and mentor.
Reviews
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PATRICK ASANTE · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
I would love to have another one
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BRIGHT PETER TSALLY · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
I have learned, unlearned and relearned a lot to be applied in my professional career
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PHILEMON SUMBO · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
It is very empowering. It helped in redirecting me to living an impact oriented life that creates value
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THERESA BONDZIE EGYEKU · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
I have lent to be discipline and be my self
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SENANU DATSA · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
The program has help me to uncover an aspect of my life, I was not paying too much attention to. It has helped me to refocus and rebalance my life.
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PORTIA SEKYERE-MARFO · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
My mindset has changed totally and I am empowered to be a great leader in all spheres of life
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BAFFOUR NTIM GEORGE · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
It was a blessing
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EDWIN AMOATENG FRIMPONG · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
I am glad I have discovered my SELF AWARENESS
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MAKAFUI HANU · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
Great program. I realised there were areas in my life that needs attention especially my physical, spiritual and family. This is a turning point for me and I need to be intentional in making it work.
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AMOS WILLIAM ABAIDOO · CalBank PLC
07 Sep, 2026 • In Person
Could be powerful in transforming the bank
