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Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Higher)

Prepare executives to effectively manage crises through strategic planning, communication, and decision-making in this intensive certificate course
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Course content

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Strategic Crisis Leadership

2

Risk Assessment And Intelligence Gathering

3

Crisis Communication Planning

4

Stakeholder Engagement And Management

5

Decision-Making Under Pressure

6

Business Continuity And Resilience

7

Media Relations In Emergencies

8

Legal And Ethical Considerations In Crises

9

Financial Impact Analysis

10

Technology And Cyber Incident Response

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Psychological Impact And Workforce Support

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Supply Chain Disruption Management

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Recovery And Restoration Strategies

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Simulation And Tabletop Exercises

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Cultural Competence In Crisis Management

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Regulatory Compliance And Reporting

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International Crisis Coordination

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Post‑Crisis Evaluation And Learning

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Governance And Accountability Frameworks

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Emerging Threats And Scenario Planning

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There are no formal entry requirements for this course. You just need:

  • 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 Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Higher) exceeded my expectations. The structured modules on risk assessment and stakeholder communication directly aligned with my goal to lead corporate resilience initiatives. I particularly valued the hands‑on simulation of a supply‑chain disruption, which taught me a step‑by‑step recovery plan that I have already implemented at my firm. The course materials are current, with case studies from recent global events, and the faculty’s expertise ensured every concept was relevant. Overall, the learning experience was professional and highly rewarding; I feel fully equipped to advise senior leadership on crisis strategy.

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Jessica Rivera
US · Course completed

I took this course because I wanted practical tools I could use right away at my startup. The content was spot‑on – the modules on media handling and rapid decision‑making gave me a clear playbook. One of the best parts was the real‑world case study of a data breach that we dissected in a small group; I walked away with a checklist for incident response that I've already used. The materials were well‑organized and easy to follow, and the online discussions added a casual but insightful vibe. All in all, it was a solid experience that helped me boost my crisis‑management confidence.

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Ananya Patel
IN · Course completed

Wow! This program was exactly what I needed to fast‑track my career in emergency leadership. The course helped me achieve my learning goal of mastering strategic crisis communication, and the interactive workshops on tabletop exercises were exhilarating. I now can draft a comprehensive crisis communication plan in under an hour – a skill I demonstrated to my senior management, earning immediate recognition. The reading material, especially the latest WHO guidelines, was top‑notch and directly applicable. My overall experience was incredibly positive, and I’m thrilled to recommend it to anyone eager to make a real impact.

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Zanele Dlamini
ZA · Course completed

The Executive Certificate in Crisis Management (Higher) offered a detailed and rigorous curriculum that matched my ambition to become a crisis advisor for NGOs in Africa. The modules on stakeholder mapping and contingency planning helped me meet my learning objectives by providing concrete frameworks I could adapt to local contexts. For instance, the practical exercise on coordinating a humanitarian response during a simulated flood taught me the exact steps for resource allocation and inter‑agency communication. The course packs were comprehensive, featuring up‑to‑date research and region‑specific examples. My learning journey was thorough and satisfying, and I left the program with a toolkit I can apply immediately.





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