Certified Executive Manager
4.9 Star rating
Course dates & Locations:
- 9 - 13 November 2026, London
Language:
English
Fees
$4200 USD
- Study Method: In-person
- Duration: 5 Days
- Certification: CPD Certified
For enquiries contact us at:
- Tel: +441642254246
- Tel: +447717071592
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.certe.com
Global Consulting Expertise Spanning Over 30 Years
An International Center of Excellence Based in London, UK
Accredited Member of CPD
Client Rating: 4.9/5
Strategic Partner to Leading Global Consulting Firms
What you'll learn
- Enable participants to understand the executive leader's role in driving organisational vision and strategic direction with high efficiency.
- Develop strategic thinking skills and the ability to formulate strategic plans linked to operational objectives.
- Strengthen executive leadership capabilities including decision-making, influence, and motivating teams to deliver results.
- Equip participants with institutional performance management tools and the design of KPIs aligned to strategic goals.
- Build competencies in leading organisational change and transformation and managing resistance to change effectively.
- Develop the ability to manage stakeholder relationships and build sustainable strategic partnerships.
- Enhance governance, compliance, and risk management skills to ensure business sustainability and institutional excellence.
- Enable participants to analyse data and make evidence-based decisions to improve performance and maximise institutional impact.
Course Overview
The Certified Executive Manager programme is an intensive 5-day leadership development course designed to equip senior managers and executive leaders with the strategic, operational, and interpersonal competencies required to lead organisations effectively in complex, rapidly changing environments. The programme integrates leadership theory with practical application across strategic planning, institutional excellence, performance management, change leadership, stakeholder management, crisis resilience, financial literacy, and ethical governance. Participants engage in case studies, simulations, and leadership labs to build actionable skills they can apply immediately upon returning to their organisations.
Course Topics
Executive Leadership Fundamentals
- Distinguishing executive leadership from traditional management
- Understanding the five levels of leadership maturity
- Operating in VUCA environments with strategic agility
Leadership Identity & Core Values
- Discovering your personal leadership identity and style
- Aligning leadership behaviour with core values
- Building authenticity and credibility as an executive leader
Leadership Models & Styles
- Exploring transformational, situational, and servant leadership
- Adapting leadership style to context and team maturity
- Building a personal leadership development roadmap
Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness
- Mastering the four domains of emotional intelligence
- Developing self-awareness and empathetic leadership
- Managing emotions under pressure and high-stakes decisions
Strategic Thinking & Planning
- The executive’s role in shaping organisational strategy
- Linking strategic objectives to operational execution
- Using strategic analysis frameworks (SWOT, PESTLE, Blue Ocean)
Institutional Excellence & Competitive Advantage
- Understanding excellence models (EFQM) and their application
- Building sustainable competitive advantage
- Designing strategy as a series of bold, deliberate choices
Performance Management & KPIs
- Designing and deploying institutional KPI frameworks
- Linking KPIs to strategic objectives using the Balanced Scorecard
- Building integrated performance measurement systems
Executive Decision-Making
- Applying evidence-based and data-driven decision frameworks
- Recognising cognitive biases and decision traps
- Balancing speed, quality, and risk in high-stakes decisions
Change Management & Organisational Transformation
- Leading organisational change using proven models (Kotter, ADKAR)
- Overcoming resistance to change with strategic communication
- Embedding innovation as a strategic tool for transformation
Stakeholder Management & Strategic Relationships
- Mapping and prioritising stakeholders using influence-interest analysis
- Building sustainable strategic partnerships
- Managing stakeholder expectations and communication channels
Organisational Resilience, Agility & Crisis Leadership
- Building organisational resilience and adaptive capacity
- Leading effectively through crises and disruptions
- Designing agile structures that respond to rapid change
Financial Acumen, Ethics & Governance
- Reading financial statements and key financial indicators
- Integrating governance, compliance, and risk management
- Leading with ethical principles and sustainable practices
Who Should Attend?
- Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Deputy CEOs
- General Managers and Executive Directors
- Directors of Strategic Planning and Institutional Development
- Senior Department Heads and Division Leaders
- Directors of Performance Management and Excellence
- Senior Government Officials and Agency Heads
- Aspiring leaders preparing for executive-level roles
Course Certification & Accreditation
- Certificate of course completion.
- CPD accredited certificate
This course includes
- In-person training at our dedicated training center, delivered by an expert instructor.
- Comprehensive course materials provided in both printed and PDF formats for easy reference.
- Exclusive articles offering deep insights into key course topics.
- Hands-on assignments and exercises to reinforce learning and practical application.
- Continuous support from the instructor and customer service team for a smooth learning experience.
- Prestigious certification from the course provider.
Top companies offer this course to their employees
What Our Clients Say About Us
4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
"This course is one of the best, most comprehensive, and knowledgeable courses that I have ever taken. I learned a lot, that greatly assisted me in correcting concepts from previous courses I had taken with other training providers that were not as clear as what I learned during this course. Thanks to CERTEGLOBAL and to the trainer Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr"
"I had the privilege of attending multiple courses led by Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr, and I found each one to be incredibly valuable and enriching. They provided me with cutting-edge information and best practices, which were highly applicable to my work. I have no doubt that these courses will have a positive impact on my professional development."
"The Certified Strategic Management Professional course is incredibly comprehensive, and its importance cannot be overstated. It helped me to create a roadmap for achieving strategic goals, and to prioritize initiatives that would benefit my work the most. As a result, I was able to make successful and impactful contributions to my work's success."
"Without a doubt, this was one of the best training courses I have ever taken. The course was jam-packed with valuable information, terminology, and insights that helped me to enhance my knowledge of strategy and business management. I left the course feeling empowered and equipped with practical planning skills that I could apply immediately in my work."
"This training course is an excellent foundation for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of performance indicators and how to formulate and measure them. The content was both unique and insightful, providing me with valuable knowledge and skills that I will carry with me throughout my career as a researcher."
"This course was incredibly helpful in enhancing my abilities and skills, and I feel much more confident in accomplishing my tasks and objectives within my organization. I am eager to take more training courses through CERTEGLOBAL Institute in order to continue improving my skills and achieving even greater success in the future."
"I had the pleasure of taking a fantastic course with CERTEGLOBAL. Throughout the course, the trainer skilfully combined theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, providing a well-rounded educational experience that left a lasting impression. His ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand terms was truly remarkable."
"I found this course to be highly valuable due to its focused scientific content, diverse range of activities, and opportunities to exchange experiences with fellow trainees. The course's distinguished final evaluation and global accreditation also added to its professional value, making it an exceptional learning experience overall."
"I can't overstate the impact that this course had on my understanding of performance indicators. The knowledge and skills I gained have already proven to be incredibly valuable in my work, and I am excited to continue learning more. This course is a must for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of this crucial aspect of organizational performance."
"I was highly impressed with the quality of this training course. The training material was not only informative but also highly engaging and the trainer's professionalism and expertise made for a truly exceptional learning experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in this field."
Instructor
Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr
Consultant and Expert in Strategic Planning , KPIs, and Organizational Excellence
- 5/5 Star Instructor Rating
- More than 3000 Reviews
- More than 5000 Students
- More than 500 Courses
Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr is a consultant, training instructor, coach and speaker with multiple decades of progressive experience in strategy development and execution, performance management, and organisational excellence. He led various consulting and development projects in government, public and private sectors across UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Key areas of his expertise include
Functional experience:Â organizational excellence, strategic planning and execution, performance management and KPIs, benchmarking, and strategic leadership development.
Industry experience:Â Â Consultant, trainer at CERTEGLOBAL and various other organizations. Chairman of CERTEGLOBAL, University Lecturer, Director of Oil & Gas Engineering Service Company, Director of Travel Service Company, Former operations manager in leading oil and gas company.
Countries:Â UK, KSA, UAE, Oman, Libya, Nigeria.
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