What is an online certificate?
An online certificate is a short, specialised course that helps you develop your skills in a particular subject.
This type of programme is ideal for working professionals who want to improve their professional profile without leaving their job. Certificates take a maximum of 6 months to complete, but are usually much shorter (between 5 and 10 weeks, for example) and more intensive than longer programmes. This is why they are perfect for professionals who want to work on a specific skill.
Some certificates are available through online classes, to offer more flexibility to working professionals.
Are online certificates recognised?
One of the main questions you may have before starting an online certificate course is whether it is recognised by companies.
The most prestigious schools deliver certificates that are, of course, recognised. Moreover, online certificates have the same value as in-person certificates.
Besides, a certificate is proof that you are willing to learn new things and that you understand the importance of keeping your skills up to date. Such qualities are strongly valued by recruiters.
When you choose your online certificate, make sure to check the rankings of different institutions. There, you will find the best establishments depending on what you are looking for.
How can a certificate improve your career?
As a working professional, a certificate programme is a great way to advance your career in a short time frame.
All economic sectors are evolving, especially with the constant development of digital technologies. You cannot ignore these changes if you want to stay ahead and progress in your career.
A certificate programme will allow you to work on the exact skills you need, helping you to keep up with the latest trends and developments while you continue to work. An online course will also give you the opportunity to develop soft skills such as communication, time management, but also.. teamwork.
Indeed, such a programme involves regular online classes. You will be in contact with other students and you will have to work on team projects at home. As everything is done over the internet, you will improve your digital skills. All the people you meet will be new opportunities to develop your professional network.
Online certificates are perfect to advance your career, getting a new job, a promotion, having your skills and profile recognised, etc. Doing several certificate programmes throughout your career is the best way to never stop learning, progressing and keeping your work life exciting.
What can you study during an online certificate programme?
Advanced Strategic Management
This certificate is designed for managers and new managers with responsibilities. If you want to be able to develop new strategies for your company, this is the right programme for you.
It is made up of 6 sessions:
- Business strategy #1
- Business strategy #2: business models
- Corporate strategy
- Strategic moves
- Strategy in action
- Strategic Choices and Methods: Putting Everything Together
By the end of the programme, you will be able to explore strategic frameworks and models, strategically analyse different business competitive situations, and have a practical view of how to deal with strategic issues. Your new skills in business transformation will enable you to become an actor of change in your organisation.
The programme consists of 35 hours of class spread over 5 weeks.
Corporate Finance
Do you hold an administrative, financial or cash management position in your company? Do you want to advance your career by taking on financial roles? The online certificate in Corporate Finance will teach you how to make effective short and medium term decisions.
It is made up of 10 modules:
- Using finance to explain company strategy
Finance, an excellent decision-making tool - P&L – part 1
- P&L – part 2
- Profit and Loss Analysis as a Performance Measurement
- The balance sheet
- Working capital requirement
- “Cash is king!”
- The cash flow statement
- Profitability as a management guidance tool
The programme includes the launch of a startup as an investor. This hands-on approach will help you learn how to manage the finances of a business.
The programme is spread over 10 weeks.
Executive Strategic Foresight
The Executive Certificate in Strategic Foresight is designed for managers in many types of organisations. Bringing foresight to your organisation is one of the best ways to create value. Your industry environment is complex and uncertain. This course will help you make sense of it and make your company more resilient to change thanks to your better vision of what to expect and how to prepare for it.
It is built around 3 major modules:
- Scan for signals: learning to identify, interpret and prioritise the signals in a changing and hard to predict environment.
- Develop scenarios: learn to create powerful scenarios while managing diverse stakeholders perspectives.
- Craft strategies: learn to develop disruptive strategies that challenge the norms in your industry.
The programme consists of 35 hours of class spread over 5 weeks.
Join EDHEC programmes and get your online certificate
As you can see, an online certificate is perfect for working professionals like you. No need to leave your job. You can work from home, when you have the time, improving your skills and earning a certificate that is recognised by companies.
EDHEC, the 7th best business school in Europe according to the Financial Times (2022), offers high quality programmes that meet the needs of managers who want to progress in their careers. Choose the right certificate and join or pioneer online school!
