Strategic Management Extension Certificate

Strategic management is the practice of aligning an organization to its external environment – present and future. All organizations must adapt to advances in technology, a fluctuating economy, an evolving workforce, better informed consumers, increasing environmental, social and governance requirements and many other changing dynamics.

Master the tools and tactics to formulate, plan, execute and measure the success of a business strategy with our Strategic Management courses. This hands-on, collaborative program gives you the opportunity to interact with other professionals from a range of backgrounds, including managers, entrepreneurs, business consultants, public-sector professionals and non-profit leaders.

Delve into key topics such as decision making, performance tracking, strategy execution and fostering innovation. Get practical management strategies, techniques and insights to facilitate your strategic thinking and planning abilities. Explore ways that you can foster, manage and sustain innovation for organizational growth and success.

Learn practical tools and techniques so you can successfully implement your strategic plan for a competitive advantage. Gain skills in how to use appropriate metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to inform decision making, evaluate performance and achieve your business objectives in a competitive environment. You also learn how leadership, culture and change management impacts the effective implementation of your corporate strategy.

Complete the five required courses to earn your extension certificate.

• XSMG 10001 Strategic Planning
• XSMG 10006 Strategic Innovation
• XSMG 10002 Strategy Execution
• XSMG 10004 Measuring and Evaluating Business Performance
• XLEA 10002 Leaders, Culture and Change