Operational and Strategy Principles

The Operational and Strategy Principles for Business Owners and Managers Certificate

The Operational and Strategy Principles for Business Owners and Managers Certificate program is for anyone who owns a business or is thinking about owning a business and wants an introduction to some of the principles of organizational development and strategy or for anyone in management who wants an understanding of some of these issues.

This Online Certificate Program requires the completion of the following 5 Courses:

Organizational Development & Change

Since most business organizations are social systems, this course will focus on the organizational culture and how it influences the way people work so as to maximize the long-term health of the organization and its people. This course will explore the developmental process and how to be successful in effectuating change.

Strategic Management in Operations

This course develops the practical and managerial skills necessary to successfully plan for operational success. The course covers the basic details for developing an operational plan and designing the strategic direction necessary to achieve operational goals.

Seven Management Disciplines

The seven management disciplines essential to management and business success are discussed in the context of all areas of business operation and management. This course provides a round-table opportunity to evaluate real-life business issues.

Business Best Practices

Best practices are important in achieving excellence and success. This course focuses on several best practice models from various industries and integrates some of the common themes into a game plan for business success.

Organizational Leadership & Decision-Making

The leaders in an organization often set the tone and establish the benchmarks for success. In this course the focus is on developing a successful leadership style so as to facilitate team-building, collaboration, and a corporate culture that promotes success. Different decision-making techniques will be explored in the context of successful leadership styles.