Course Description
The Certificate in Strategic Management is a specialised programme designed to equip learners with advanced strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities essential for leadership roles in complex business environments. It focuses on formulating, implementing, and evaluating cross-functional decisions that enable an organisation to achieve its long-term objectives. Through case studies, simulations, and analytical frameworks, participants gain practical insight into competitive strategy, corporate governance, innovation, and strategic change. This certificate serves as a valuable credential for professionals aspiring to lead organisations with a vision-driven and performance-focused approach.
Course Objectives
- To develop a comprehensive understanding of strategic management theories, models, and frameworks.
- To enhance the ability to formulate effective business strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- To strengthen analytical skills for evaluating internal and external business environments.
- To cultivate leadership capabilities for managing strategic change and innovation.
- To apply ethical and sustainable practices within the context of long-term strategic planning.
Course Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct strategic analysis using appropriate tools such as SWOT, PESTEL, and Porter’s Five Forces.
- Formulate and implement business-level and corporate-level strategies effectively.
- Evaluate strategic options and make evidence-based decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
- Integrate knowledge across functional areas to solve complex strategic problems.
- Exhibit strategic leadership skills, including communication, negotiation, and change management.