Be among the first to experience this inaugural, high-impact executive program--launched at Memorial University's historic Harlow Campus to prepare senior leaders for global success.

The Executive Certificate in Global Strategy & Risk Leadership is an executive education program designed for senior leaders, executives, and professionals who operate in international markets or seek to expand their organizations globally. This immersive, experiential program at Memorial University's Gardiner Centre and Harlow Campus in the UK integrates academic expertise, industry insights, and applied learning through a combination of executive-level instruction, case studies, and site visits to multinational organizations.

This executive certificate equips participants with advanced competencies in global strategy, international risk management, and leading change in global organizations, preparing them to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and drive sustainable business growth in a dynamic international environment.

Program Structure

The Executive Certificate in Global Strategy & Risk Leadership consists of three core modules:

1. International Strategy 
   • Develop strategic approaches to global market expansion
   • Assess competitive positioning in international business
   • Explore business model innovation and digital transformation in global market
2. Managing International Risks
   • Identify and mitigate geopolitical, financial, and operational risks
   • Navigate regulatory compliance and supply chain vulnerabilities
   • Develop crisis management and business continuity planning for global operations
3. Change Leadership in Global Organizations
   • Lead organizations through cultural and structural change
   • Manage change in cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances
   • Build resilient, agile teams in a global workforce

Each module includes interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and site visits to multinational corporations, financial institutions, and risk management consultancies in London.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Develop and execute international business strategies to expand operations and enhance competitiveness in global markets.
• Assess and mitigate international risks including financial, geopolitical, operational, and cybersecurity threats.
• Apply leading change management principles to navigate complex organizational transformations across cultures.
• Understand regulatory frameworks, trade policies, and economic trends shaping global business environments.
• Gain firsthand industry insights through site visits and discussions with executives at multinational organizations.
• Enhance leadership capabilities to drive strategic decision-making and business resilience in an international context.

Program Schedule

If you would like to be notified when the schedule is finalized and registration opens, please fill out the 'Want More Information' form on the side of this page.

What's Included

• Single accommodation at Harlow Campus for 6 nights
• Transportation to and from corporate insight tours
• Breakfast and lunch during training days 
• London River dinner cruise and opening networking dinner

Participants are responsible for airfare and transportation to and from the airport.

Who Should Attend

• Executives and senior managers leading or expanding international operations
• Entrepreneurs and business owners entering global markets
• Professionals in risk management, finance, and operations responsible for global portfolios
• Government and trade officials involved in international policy and economic development
• Corporate and non-profit leaders managing global partnerships and organizational change

Program Benefits & Certification

Upon completion of all three modules, participants will receive aa Executive Certificate in Global Strategy & Risk Leadership from the Gardiner Centre, Memorial University. This credential:

• Enhances career advancement opportunities in global business, leadership, and strategic management.
• Demonstrates expertise in international strategy, risk management, and organizational change.
• Provides access to an executive network of global business professionals and Gardiner Centre alumni.
• Aligns with Memorial University's executive education approach, emphasizing applied learning, industry engagement, and leadership development.

This high-impact executive program offers a practical, results-driven learning experience for professionals seeking to lead with confidence in a complex global business environment.