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Master Certificate in Crisis Management

Four certificates in this programme

  • Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Foundation) Foundation certificate
  • Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Intermediate) Intermediate certificate
  • Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Higher) Higher certificate
  • Master Certificate in Crisis Management Awarded on completing all three stages
Prepare executives to effectively manage crises through strategic planning, communication, and decision-making in this intensive certificate course
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1 Stage 1 · Foundation Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Foundation) 10 units

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2 Stage 2 · Intermediate Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Intermediate) 15 units

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3 Stage 3 · Higher Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Higher) 20 units

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4 certificates in one programme. Earn a certificate for each completed stage — and on finishing all three, receive the overarching Master Certificate, exclusive to this programme.

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  • A good command of English language
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Assessment is done through:

  • Multiple-choice questions at the end of each unit
  • You need to score at least 60% to pass each unit
  • You can retake quizzes if needed
  • All assessments are online

Upon successful completion, you will receive:

  • A digital certificate from London School of Planning and Management
  • Option to request a physical certificate
  • Transcript of completed units
  • Certification is included in the course fee
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James Mitchell
GB · Course completed

The Master Certificate in Crisis Management exceeded my expectations. The curriculum was perfectly aligned with my goal of leading corporate resilience initiatives. I especially valued the module on risk assessment, which gave me a step‑by‑step framework I’ve already applied to our company’s supply‑chain audit. The case studies—from the 2018 airline incident to the recent cyber‑attack—were current and highly relevant, and the supporting materials were professionally designed and easy to reference. Overall, the learning experience was rigorous yet supportive, and I feel fully equipped to design and execute effective crisis response plans.

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Jessica Rivera
US · Course completed

I signed up for this course hoping to get some real‑world skills, and it definitely delivered. The lessons on media handling were super practical—I even ran a mock press conference in the final week and got solid feedback. The videos and downloadable templates made it easy to grab what I needed on the fly. The vibe was laid‑back enough to keep me engaged, but the content was still spot‑on for what I needed at work. All in all, I’m happy with what I walked away with and feel more confident handling a crisis when it pops up.

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Ananya Patel
IN · Course completed

Wow! This course was a game‑changer for my career. I wanted to move from a junior analyst role to a crisis manager, and the Master Certificate gave me the exact tools I needed. The interactive simulations—especially the natural disaster response scenario—were thrilling and taught me how to coordinate multi‑agency efforts in real time. The reading list included the latest research from the International Crisis Management Institute, which kept everything fresh and relevant. I’m now leading our company’s emergency preparedness team, and I credit this program for my confidence and success.

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Zanele Dlamini
ZA · Course completed

The course offered a comprehensive, step‑by‑step breakdown of crisis management that matched my learning objectives perfectly. I appreciated the detailed modules on stakeholder analysis, contingency planning, and post‑incident review, each reinforced with real‑world examples from African markets. The quality of the e‑books and slide decks was high, and the weekly webinars allowed for deep dives into topics like digital reputation risk. My final project—developing a full crisis communication plan for a regional utility—was reviewed by industry experts, giving me actionable feedback. Overall, the program was thorough and highly applicable to my role.





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