Great managers are also designers—of processes, projects, strategies, and systems. Based on the pioneering research of the Weatherhead School of Management’s Information Systems Department, these programs provide managers with the latest concepts and tools for flexible, innovative thinking that achieves optimal results.

Coursework for the Certificate:

Certificate is awarded after completion of 4 class days selected from the following courses. In the case of two-day programs, participants should attend both days and these courses will fulfill two (2) of the four (4) class day requirement. Certificate requirements should be completed within an 18-month period.

• Corporate Strategy: Real-World Frameworks and Actionable Plans - October 10, 2011
• Beyond Ideation: Commercializing and Sustaining Product Innovations - April 3, 2012
• Manage by Designing: Approaches for Everyday Innovation - April 19, 2012
• Visual Thinking for Managers - April 20, 2012
• Innovation by Design: Creating Powerful Customer Experiences and Solutions - May 2-3, 2012
• Overcoming Business Obstacles: Innovative Solutions for Tough Times - June 19 - 20, 2012
• Driving the Profit Engine through Business Model Innovation - October 3, 2012
• Strategic Decision Making and Execution - October 11, 2012
• Cultivating Creativity: Generating New Ideas - November 7, 2012
  
• Cultivating Creativity: Putting Ideas into Practice - November 8, 2012

Cost of Certificate:

Registration

To register online for the entire certificate, please select four (4) of the appropriate classes listed above. We will automatically track your progress towards completion of your certificate. Alternatively, you can register by phone at 216-368-6413. You have 18 months to complete any of our leadership, management, or functional knowledge certificates. Also please be aware that a program can only be applied toward the requirements of one certificate.

Receipt of Certificate

Certificates will be automatically produced and sent out to participants who have completed the requirements twice a year. Participants can expect to receive certificates in December/January or June/July after the completion of their courses.