Executive Certificate
Strategy in the c-suite
- Paris – Jouy-en-Josas Campus
- Mar 09 2026
- 12 days
- English
- 18400 €*
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Executive Short Program
Corporate Strategy Corporate Strategy
In a fast-paced and complex world, strategy is the one core task leaders cannot delegate. This intensive 4-day program equips top executives with tools and frameworks to master corporate strategy—from design to execution. Based on the renowned STRATEGOR approach by HEC professors, it blends academic rigor with practical insights. Participants engage in real-world cases, peer exchanges, and dynamic discussions to better analyze industries, detect weak signals, and build competitive business models. More than a course, it’s a leadership transformation to drive long-term value and strategic impact.
Place(s):
Paris – Jouy-en-Josas Campus
Duration:
4 days
Format:
In-class
Next start(s):
Sep 21 2026
Language(s):
English
Cost:
6 250 €*
Objectives
- Develop a clear understanding of corporate vs. business strategy
- Analyze industry forces, macro trends, and competitive dynamics
- Identify paths of growth
- Make strategic choices across multi-business portfolios
- Integrate sustainability in the corporate strategy
- Understand Corporate Governance
Program
This intensive 4-day program helps you explore the tools and frameworks to drive growth, create value, and steer complex, multi-business organizations effectivelye.
Understand the unique role of the corporate center in creating value across a portfolio of businesses.
Identify and activate the right growth levers for long-term success.
Decide which activities to keep in-house or delegate to external partners for agility and efficiency.
Evaluate when and how to expand into new industries or markets.
Develop a robust global expansion strategy tailored to your organization’s strengths.
Build effective partnerships to share resources, innovate, or access new markets.
Integrate ESG priorities into corporate-level decision-making for resilient growth.
Navigate the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from strategic rationale to successful integration
Design governance systems that support performance, transparency, and accountability in complex organizations.
Profile
Who is this program for? Is it right for you?
Participant Profile
The program is Tailored for Top Management who have ownership and contribute to the strategy:
• CEO-s
• BU-s Leaders,
• Start-up Founders
• Functional Leaders : Chief marketing, Chief technology: (Operations, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, R&D…)
Prerequisites and Admission Criteria
The program is designed for executives, senior managers, and functional or operational leaders with a minimum of five years of professional experience.
Faculty
Elda SIMONASKA
Affiliate Professor, HEC Paris
As a leader, defining and executing a winning strategy is essential. The program equips you with key tools and methods to effectively drive business and corporate strategy within your organization.
Learning methods & evaluations
Pédagogy : The pedagogical approach blends academic content with applied learning, including:
• Theoretical insights
• Digital modules
• Case studies
• Interactive workshops
• Role-playing exercises
• Leadership coaching
Coaching for Impact: Group coaching sessions (in small groups of five) are led by experienced coaches and focus on the CEO role, self-awareness, leadership development, and team dynamics. Participants select their coaching focus prior to the program, based on their individual professional goals. Additionally, participants have the option to access Virtual Executive Coaching (not included in the core program), offering personalized one-on-one sessions to deepen their leadership journey.
Evaluation: Participants will be assessed through the development of a strategic memo focused on a self-selected question or opportunity, relevant to their industry, role, or interests.
Registration
Would you like to register? We invite you to:
1. Complete your registration form on our platform by clicking the button below. It will only take a few minutes.
Registration
2. You will receive a response within 7 days of submitting your application.
This program is accessible for people with disabilities. Please contact us if you have any specific requirements or to obtain the Public Accessibility Register.
Tuition Fees and Funding
The program fee includes tuition and meal costs during training hours (lunch and breaks).
Not included: Dinners (except in specific cases), transportation costs, and accommodation costs (except in specific cases).
Funding Options: Depending on your profile and chosen program, several solutions may be available to you. Visit our funding section for more information.
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